A bold and impressive late 19th century Carolean style high-back settee of generous proportions. Very well constructed in solid walnut and decorated with crisply carved detailings, including putti, throughout. With barley twist uprights, legs and under-stretchers. The frame is in very good original condition but the upholstery may need some attention (see photos).

Dimensions:

Width 161cms

Depth 65cms

Overall height 126cms

Seat height 52cms

Physical Dimensions

Height

126cm (49.61")

Width

161cm (63.39")

Depth

65cm (25.59")

Declaration

Camden Antiques has dated this Carolean Style Walnut Settee to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1240392

Dealers Internal Reference

18507

Description

A bold and impressive late 19th century Carolean style high-back settee of generous proportions.

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Very well constructed in solid walnut and decorated with crisply carved detailings, including putti, throughout.

Camden Antiques

With barley twist uprights, legs and under-stretchers. The frame is in very good original condition but the upholstery may need some attention (see photos).

Dimensions:

Width 161cms

Depth 65cms

Overall height 126cms

Seat height 52cms

Physical Dimensions

Height

126cm (49.61")

Width

161cm (63.39")

Depth

65cm (25.59")

Date of Manufacture

Camden Antiques has dated this Carolean Style Walnut Settee to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1240392

Dealers Internal Ref

18507

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Camden Antiques

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A 19th-century Carolean style carved walnut settee with three oval back panels upholstered in cream damask fabric, featuring barley twist uprights and intricate scrollwork.

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Camden Antiques

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Units 20 & 19
The Vinery
Poling
West Sussex
BN18 9PY
United Kingdom

Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/camden

Verified Since Jun 2012

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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectSettees
Period19th century
StyleCarolean Revival
MaterialWalnut, Fabric
ColourDark Brown, Cream
MotifsBarley twist turnings, Cherub crestings, Oval back panels, Scroll arms
SizeH 126 cm (50 in) x W 161 cm (63 in) x D 65 cm (26 in)

FAQs

Carolean furniture refers to the decorative arts produced during the reign of King Charles II, characterised by intricate carving, barley twist turnings, scrolled arms, and elaborate crestings often depicting cherubs or crown motifs.

19th-century Carolean revival pieces were predominantly constructed from dense solid walnut or oak, combined with hand-carved joinery, turned stretchers, and silk damask or velvet upholstery.

Key identification markers include deep barley twist columns, pierced foliage and cherub carved cresting rails, high multi-panel backs, and heavy turned stretcher frames beneath the seat.

A heavily carved settee functions well as a focal statement piece positioned in a wide entrance hall, study, or against a dark moody accent wall alongside contemporary architectural lighting.

Position the item away from direct heat sources and bright sunlight to prevent timber movement and fabric fading; clear carved crevices using a soft brush and apply clear natural beeswax sparingly.