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Antique Conversation Sofa, English, Fruitwood, Loveseat, Tete-a-tete, Courting
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Antique Conversation Sofa, English, Fruitwood, Loveseat, Tete-a-tete, Courting

19th century
Description

This is an antique conversation sofa. A English, fruitwood loveseat, tête-à-tête or courting bench, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1840.

Sinuous, lustrous and perfect for the loquacious

Displays a desirable aged patina

Serpentine fruitwood shows fine grain interest and radiates rich colour

Benefits from a quality reupholster - fabric in good order

An elegant, sinuous top s-rail divides and unites in equal measure

S-rail at once delicate and well fortified

Carved backsplat with heart-shape cutouts evokes romance

Delicately tapering arms capped with fluted scroll carvings

Well-padded cushion with traditional stuffing

Rich cream fabric with foliate pattern and golden brocade trim

Scrolled, squat cabriole legs with proud knees

Riding upon a set of four, original bronze and ceramic castors

This is a splendid antique conversation sofa. Elegant, evocative and desirable, this loveseat is sure to enhance any room. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 111cm (43.75'')

Max Depth: 68cm (26.75'')

Max Height: 69cm (27.25'')

Seat Width: 44.5cm (17.5'')

Seat Depth: 51cm (20'')

Seat Height: 38cm (15'')

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.

We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.

Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.

Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment.

Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.

Our Ref: 18.6264

Physical Dimensions
Height
69cm (27.17")
Width
111cm (43.70")
Depth
68cm (26.77")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this piece to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA686227
Dealers Internal Reference
18.6264
Dealers Notes

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Description
This is an antique conversation sofa.
A English, fruitwood loveseat, tête-à-tête or courting bench, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1840.
London Fine Antiques

Sinuous, lustrous and perfect for the loquacious

Displays a desirable aged patina

fig 1. Antique Conversation Sofa, English, Fruitwood, Loveseat, Tete-a-Tete, Courting
fig 1. Antique Conversation Sofa, English, Fruitwood, Loveseat, Tete-a-tete, Courting

Serpentine fruitwood shows fine grain interest and radiates rich colour

Benefits from a quality reupholster - fabric in good order

An elegant, sinuous top s-rail divides and unites in equal measure

S-rail at once delicate and well fortified

fig 2. Antique Conversation Sofa, English, Fruitwood, Loveseat, Tete-a-Tete, Courting
fig 2. Antique Conversation Sofa, English, Fruitwood, Loveseat, Tete-a-tete, Courting

Carved backsplat with heart-shape cutouts evokes romance

Delicately tapering arms capped with fluted scroll carvings

Well-padded cushion with traditional stuffing

Rich cream fabric with foliate pattern and golden brocade trim

fig 3. Antique Conversation Sofa, English, Fruitwood, Loveseat, Tete-a-Tete, Courting
fig 3. Antique Conversation Sofa, English, Fruitwood, Loveseat, Tete-a-tete, Courting

Scrolled, squat cabriole legs with proud knees

Riding upon a set of four, original bronze and ceramic castors

This is a splendid antique conversation sofa. Elegant, evocative and desirable, this loveseat is sure to enhance any room. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.

fig 4. Antique Conversation Sofa, English, Fruitwood, Loveseat, Tete-a-Tete, Courting
fig 4. Antique Conversation Sofa, English, Fruitwood, Loveseat, Tete-a-tete, Courting

Dimensions:

Max Width: 111cm (43.75'')

Max Depth: 68cm (26.75'')

Max Height: 69cm (27.25'')

Seat Width: 44.5cm (17.5'')

Seat Depth: 51cm (20'')

Seat Height: 38cm (15'')

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.

fig 5. Antique Conversation Sofa, English, Fruitwood, Loveseat, Tete-a-Tete, Courting
fig 5. Antique Conversation Sofa, English, Fruitwood, Loveseat, Tete-a-tete, Courting

We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.

Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.

Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment.

Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.

Our Ref: 18.6264

Height
69cm (27.17")
Width
111cm (43.70")
Depth
68cm (26.77")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this piece to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA686227
Dealers Internal Ref
18.6264
London Fine Antiques
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Fine antiques curated in england and sold worldwide

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