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A Good Quality Aesthetic Movement Sofa - Pink Velvet.
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A Good Quality Aesthetic Movement Sofa - Pink Velvet.

19th century
Sold 25 June 2025 · Kontrast Antiques
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A Good Quality Aesthetic Movement Sofa - Pink Velvet.

c.1860

Ebonised And Gilt Front Legs, turned and intricately carved, with leaf details.

Width 176cm x Depth 81cm x Height 84cm

Seat Width 130cm x Seat Depth 52cm, Seat Height 39cm.

The pink velvet fabric is in very good usable order, however the seat could do with cleaning.

Reupholstered price £2,795

Physical Dimensions
Height
84cm (33.07")
Width
130cm (51.18")
Depth
52cm (20.47")
Declaration

Kontrast Antiques has dated this Aesthetic Movement Sofa to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1063197
Dealers Internal Reference
Pink velvet sofa
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Description
A Good Quality Aesthetic Movement Sofa - Pink Velvet.

c.1860

Ebonised And Gilt Front Legs, turned and intricately carved, with leaf details.

Width 176cm x Depth 81cm x Height 84cm

Seat Width 130cm x Seat Depth 52cm, Seat Height 39cm.

The pink velvet fabric is in very good usable order, however the seat could do with cleaning.

Reupholstered price £2,795

Height
84cm (33.07")
Width
130cm (51.18")
Depth
52cm (20.47")
Date of Manufacture

Kontrast Antiques has dated this Aesthetic Movement Sofa to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1063197
Dealers Internal Ref
Pink velvet sofa
Kontrast Antiques
Kontrast Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2023

Here at kontrast.antiques, we mainly concentrate on antique english country house sofas & armchairs. Especially howard & sons seating.

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Kontrast Antiques

Kontrast Antiques
Telephone 07376 595720
Location
Carlinghow Mills
Bradford Road
Batley
West Yorkshire
WF17 8LL
United Kingdom

By appointment only.
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/kontrastantiques
Verified Since Oct 2023
Items For Sale 142
Items Sold 207
Kontrast Antiques
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An antique Aesthetic Movement sofa upholstered in pink velvet, featuring ebonised and gilded carved legs on castors.
A Good Quality Aesthetic Movement Sofa - Pink Velvet.
Ref: SA1063197
An antique Aesthetic Movement sofa upholstered in pink velvet, featuring ebonised and gilded carved legs on castors.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectSofas
  • Period19th century
  • StyleAesthetic Movement
  • MaterialVelvet, Hardwood, Gilt
  • ColourPink
  • MotifsButton tufting, Ebonised frame, Gilded details, Turned legs with castors
  • SizeH 84 cm (33 in) x W 130 cm (51 in) x D 52 cm (20 in)

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The Aesthetic Movement emerged in the late 19th century as a reaction against mainstream Victorian industrial manufacturing, championing the philosophy of art for arts sake with an emphasis on craftsmanship, refined forms, and visual beauty.

Pieces from this era typically feature dense hardwoods such as mahogany, walnut, or ebonised timber, paired with hand-tied coil springs, traditional horsehair stuffing, and high-pile velvet or silk upholstery.

Authentic pieces often display subtle maker marks, hand-carved detailing, ebonised finishes with gilt highlights, and construction methods consistent with late 19th-century joinery and upholstery techniques.

Pair the seating with neutral architectural backdrops, contemporary minimalist lighting, and contrasting textures to highlight its historic silhouette without overwhelming the space.

Keep velvet upholstery away from direct sunlight to prevent fading, gently vacuum with a soft brush attachment to remove dust, and consult a professional conservator for deep cleaning.
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