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19th Cent French Carved Giltwood Sofa.
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19th Cent French Carved Giltwood Sofa.

19th century
Sold 13 May 2025 · Country Homes Antiques Stirling
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Description

A 19th century French carved giltwood three-seater sofa. With the stronger squared back legs. Acanthus carved arm uprights and arm fronts, Superb frame.

Very nice condition throughout.

Date of Manufacture

Country Homes Antiques Stirling has dated this French Giltwood Sofa to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
120cm (47.24")
Width
240cm (94.49")
Depth
62cm (24.41")
Reference Numbers
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SA538017
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500 pieces of quality antique furniture at Country Homes Antiques Stirling Scotland. View website. Trade welcome

Plus BenView garden centre authentic general antiques shop, carrying around 400 select and rare antique items. Selected by Andrew Christie former Fine Arts Auctioneer.

Description
A 19th century French carved giltwood three-seater sofa. With the stronger squared back legs. Acanthus carved arm uprights and arm fronts, Superb frame.

Very nice condition throughout.

Date of Manufacture

Country Homes Antiques Stirling has dated this French Giltwood Sofa to the 19th Century.

Height
120cm (47.24")
Width
240cm (94.49")
Depth
62cm (24.41")
Reference Numbers
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SA538017
Country Homes Antiques Stirling
Country Homes Antiques Stirling
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2016

Fine period furniturnishings-timeless design

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A 19th-century French giltwood sofa featuring an intricately carved gold frame and patterned green damask upholstery. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A 19th-century French giltwood sofa featuring an intricately carved gold frame and patterned green damask upholstery. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

19th Cent French Carved Giltwood Sofa.

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A 19th-century French giltwood sofa featuring an intricately carved gold frame and patterned green damask upholstery.
19th cent French carved giltwood sofa.
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A 19th-century French giltwood sofa featuring an intricately carved gold frame and patterned green damask upholstery.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectSofas and Settees
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Antique
  • MaterialGiltwood, Wood, Textile
  • ColourGold and Green
  • MotifsCarved gilt frame, Floral damask upholstery, Fluted tapered legs, Cresting top rail
  • SizeH 120 cm (47 in) x W 240 cm (94 in) x D 62 cm (24 in)

FAQs

A French giltwood sofa is a seating piece crafted from wood coated with a thin layer of gold leaf, popular in formal reception rooms during the 18th and 19th centuries.

These pieces typically utilise a hardwood base such as beech or oak, covered in gesso, manually gilded with gold leaf, and upholstered in rich textiles like silk damask or brocade.

Authenticity is determined by inspecting the hand-carved joinery, the natural craquelure and oxidisation of the gold leaf over gesso, and traditional stuffing materials in the upholstery.

Pair the ornate piece with neutral walls, minimalist modern lighting, and sleek architectural lines to create a striking contrast between historical craftsmanship and contemporary decor.

Keep the sofa away from direct sunlight and moisture fluctuations to protect the delicate gold leaf, and use professional textile cleaning methods for the fabric.
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