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Early 19th C Demilune Window Seat in Original Paint
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Early 19th C Demilune Window Seat in Original Paint

19th century
Sold 20 October 2025 · William James Antiques
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A early 19th century demilune upholstered window seat in its original magical paint. Having an upholstered top with original horsehair and a bold fluted frieze. The whole raised on 4 fluted legs terminating on peg feet. Retaining the original magical paint finish. French, Circa 1820. For reupholstery.

Dimensions: Height: 48.25 cm - 19 Inches, Width: 162.5 cm - 64 Inches, Depth: 37 cm - 14 1/2 Inches

Price inclusive of courier delivery within England or Wales

Physical Dimensions
Height
48.2cm (18.98")
Width
162.5cm (63.98")
Depth
37cm (14.57")
Declaration

William James Antiques has dated this Demilune Window Seat to the 19th Century.

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SA1172526
Description
A early 19th century demilune upholstered window seat in its original magical paint. Having an upholstered top with original horsehair and a bold fluted frieze. The whole raised on 4 fluted legs terminating on peg feet. Retaining the original magical paint finish. French, Circa 1820. For reupholstery.

Dimensions: Height: 48.25 cm - 19 Inches, Width: 162.5 cm - 64 Inches, Depth: 37 cm - 14 1/2 Inches

Price inclusive of courier delivery within England or Wales

Height
48.2cm (18.98")
Width
162.5cm (63.98")
Depth
37cm (14.57")
Date of Manufacture

William James Antiques has dated this Demilune Window Seat to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1172526
William James Antiques
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An early 19th-century demilune window seat features a curved upholstered top with patterned fabric and original distressed off-white painted tapered legs. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An early 19th-century demilune window seat features a curved upholstered top with patterned fabric and original distressed off-white painted tapered legs. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Early 19th C Demilune Window Seat in Original Paint

Archive II An early 19th-century demilune window seat features a curved upholstered top with patterned fabric and original distressed off-white painted tapered legs. View II
Archive III An early 19th-century demilune window seat features a curved upholstered top with patterned fabric and original distressed off-white painted tapered legs. View III
Archive IV An early 19th-century demilune window seat features a curved upholstered top with patterned fabric and original distressed off-white painted tapered legs. View IV
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William James Antiques
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Coltishall
Norfolk
United Kingdom

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An early 19th-century demilune window seat features a curved upholstered top with patterned fabric and original distressed off-white painted tapered legs.
Early 19th C Demilune Window Seat in Original Paint
Ref: SA1172526
An early 19th-century demilune window seat features a curved upholstered top with patterned fabric and original distressed off-white painted tapered legs.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectBenches
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialPine, Upholstery Fabric, Paint
  • ColourOff-White
  • MotifsTapered fluted legs, Carved egg and dart moulding, Curved semicircular frame, Original painted finish
  • SizeH 48.2 cm (19 in) x W 162.5 cm (64 in) x D 37 cm (15 in)

FAQs

Demilune or semicircular window seats gained popularity in the late 18th and early 19th centuries, designed specifically to fit into the curved alcoves of bay windows in Georgian and Regency properties.

These pieces are typically constructed from solid hardwoods such as pine, beech, or oak, featuring mortise and tenon joinery, hand-carved decorative motifs, and traditional horsehair or webbed upholstery.

Authenticity is determined by examining hand-cut joinery, timber shrinkage patterns, period-appropriate tool marks, original surface patination or paint layers, and period upholstery foundations.

A historical window seat works effectively when contrasted against minimalist modern architecture, placed in a bay window with neutral textured cushions, or used as freestanding accent seating in a hallway.

Preserve original painted surfaces by avoiding direct sunlight, keeping ambient humidity stable, dusting with a dry microfiber cloth, and refraining from using chemical cleaning agents or abrasive polishes.
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