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A Wonderful Quality 19th Century Settee
Holmes Antiques
for sale €4,446     $4,826
£3,800

Holmes Antiques

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A Wonderful Quality 19th Century Settee

19th century
For Sale by Holmes Antiques
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A very fine 19th Century Mahogany Settee having Cabriole legs with beautifully carved Lion mask and paw feet. This is a well shaped example with camel back and scrolling arms. The upholstery work is first class, fitted with a fine cotton Damask fabric. In mint condition and comfortable to sit in.

Physical Dimensions
Height
107cm (42.13")
Width
178cm (70.08")
Depth
74cm (29.13")
Declaration

Holmes Antiques has dated this Antique Camelback Upholstered Settee to the 19th Century.

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SA1210488
Dealers Notes

Holmes Antiques was established in 1932

We are a family business with a shop on Haworth Main Street in West Yorkshire.

We specialise in early English furniture

With the emphasis on quality, originality, colour and surface.

David Holmes has developed a reputation in the antique trade as one of the country's leading experts on early English Oak, Walnut and Mahogany furniture.

Christian Holmes is the 4th generation of the family to deal in Antique furniture

www.holmesantiques.co.uk

Description
A very fine 19th Century Mahogany Settee having Cabriole legs with beautifully carved Lion mask and paw feet. This is a well shaped example with camel back and scrolling arms. The upholstery work is first class, fitted with a fine cotton Damask fabric. In mint condition and comfortable to sit in.
Height
107cm (42.13")
Width
178cm (70.08")
Depth
74cm (29.13")
Date of Manufacture

Holmes Antiques has dated this Antique Camelback Upholstered Settee to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1210488
Holmes Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2011

Leading experts on early english oak, walnut and mahogany furniture. Established in 1932.

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Holmes Antiques
Telephone 07729 347 159
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West Yorkshire
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/holmes
Verified Since Jan 2011
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A 19th-century camelback settee upholstered in patterned yellow damask fabric with brass studding and carved mahogany legs featuring lion mask motifs.
A wonderful Quality 19th Century Settee
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A camelback settee is a traditional upholstered seating design characterised by an arched central backrest that slopes gently downward towards scrolled arms. Popularised during the 18th and 19th centuries, this classic style was traditionally constructed with carved timber frames and decorative fabric upholstery.

19th-century settees typically featured solid hardwood frames, such as mahogany, walnut, or oak, which were often detailed with hand-carved legs and feet. Upholstery methods from this period relied on natural horsehair padding, coil springs, webbing, and brass stud trim.

Authentic period settees display hand-carved decorative motifs, traditional mortise and tenon joinery, and historical upholstery construction under the outer covers. Look for natural surface oxidation on exposed timber legs and hand-finished metal upholstery nails.

A 19th-century settee can function as a focal point in a contemporary living room, formal hallway, or bedroom suite. Combining its formal silhouette with neutral wall palettes, simple contemporary lighting, and tailored cushions bridges classic craftsmanship with modern design.

Position the settee away from direct sunlight and radiators to prevent timber shrinkage and fabric discolouration. Vacuum the upholstery gently using a soft brush attachment and condition the carved timber legs periodically with natural beeswax polish.
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