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19th Century Gilded French Couch

Name: 19th Century Gilded French Couch
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1083113
Price: 1650 GBP
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

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Sold 13 August 2025 · Brookside Antiques

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Description

Here we have for sale today this exciting re-upholstery project.

Dating 1880 ish and a typical French high back couch, 6ft long.

A large stunning French Couch having this Gesso & Gilded show frame.

All in need of re-upholstery in your choice of fabric.

Contact details

Gerard James (available 24 hrs) don’t hesitate to contact, please ring or text, 07851385634

Condition details

Unless otherwise stated all item are in excellent condition and ready to use, with all upholstered items been recently upholstered, we can also offer a re-upholstery service, in customers own fabric, or from our wide range of Linwood & Jim Dickens fabrics (samples available)

Viewing details

Available to view at SY13 4HY contact 07851385634 (Gerard) customers are welcome to come and view items of furniture at our premises at Norbury (Shropshire) please note by appointment only, this is due to the items been stored, and we would need to unpack it for display.

Delivery & Collection details.

We price our stock to sell, and don't inflate our prices, with most items having been restored or re-upholstered, and as a result of this its difficult to discount or to deliver for free.

Collection is FREE, Small items can be created and UPS or equivalent quite economically, delivery to London and other parts of England and Wales starts from £50, for further afield please contact for costing’s, we deliver large items ourselves, with all items packed and wrapped to insure no damage, with years of experience, smaller items will be sent by our professional Courier

Payment details

Payment methods can be by Bank to Bank transfer, cash, cheque, credit or debit card. All moneys must be cleared before items are delivered or collected. We offer a UK, 7 day full money refund if items are not as described or do not suit your requirements (excluding logistics)

Shipping details

We offer very good rates on shipping within Europe, and have also sold furniture to international customers, and have had their shippers collect from our workshop. We have also had items shipped worldwide door to door all insurance covered, contact for quotes.

Date of Manufacture

Brookside Antiques has dated this 19th Century Gilded Couch to the 1880s.

Physical Dimensions

Height

115cm (45.28")

Width

183cm (72.05")

Depth

68cm (26.77")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1083113

Dealers Internal Reference

00860

Dealers Notes

Contact Evenings & Weekends 01270 663204

Brookside Antiques

Dear customers all items of furniture can be viewed at our premises at Norbury in Shropshire SY13 4HY by appointment only, this is due to items being packed away in storage. ( and we would need to unpack them for display, please note this is not a problem, as we welcome viewers/customers)

We are a furniture restoration workshop, busy from day to day doing restoration work for the trade and general public alike.

All items for sale have been restored if restoration is required, unless otherwise stated. Upholstered items will have been re-upholstered, however if the fabric choice is not to taste, we offer a re-upholstery service in customers own fabric, or from our wide range of Linwood and Jim Dickens Fabric ( samples available )

Regards Gerard James

Description

Here we have for sale today this exciting re-upholstery project.

Dating 1880 ish and a typical French high back couch, 6ft long.

A large stunning French Couch having this Gesso & Gilded show frame.

All in need of re-upholstery in your choice of fabric.

fig 1. A nineteenth-century French gilded couch with an elaborately carved wooden frame, triple-back upholstery, and cabriole legs. — fig 1. 19th Century Gilded French Couch

Contact details

Gerard James (available 24 hrs) don’t hesitate to contact, please ring or text, 07851385634

Condition details

Unless otherwise stated all item are in excellent condition and ready to use, with all upholstered items been recently upholstered, we can also offer a re-upholstery service, in customers own fabric, or from our wide range of Linwood & Jim Dickens fabrics (samples available)

fig 2. A nineteenth-century French gilded couch with an elaborately carved wooden frame, triple-back upholstery, and cabriole legs. — fig 2. 19th Century Gilded French Couch

Viewing details

Available to view at SY13 4HY contact 07851385634 (Gerard) customers are welcome to come and view items of furniture at our premises at Norbury (Shropshire) please note by appointment only, this is due to the items been stored, and we would need to unpack it for display.

fig 3. A nineteenth-century French gilded couch with an elaborately carved wooden frame, triple-back upholstery, and cabriole legs. — fig 3. 19th Century Gilded French Couch

Delivery & Collection details.

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We price our stock to sell, and don't inflate our prices, with most items having been restored or re-upholstered, and as a result of this its difficult to discount or to deliver for free.

Brookside Antiques

fig 4. A nineteenth-century French gilded couch with an elaborately carved wooden frame, triple-back upholstery, and cabriole legs. — fig 4. 19th Century Gilded French Couch

Collection is FREE, Small items can be created and UPS or equivalent quite economically, delivery to London and other parts of England and Wales starts from £50, for further afield please contact for costing’s, we deliver large items ourselves, with all items packed and wrapped to insure no damage, with years of experience, smaller items will be sent by our professional Courier

fig 5. A nineteenth-century French gilded couch with an elaborately carved wooden frame, triple-back upholstery, and cabriole legs. — fig 5. 19th Century Gilded French Couch

Payment details

Payment methods can be by Bank to Bank transfer, cash, cheque, credit or debit card. All moneys must be cleared before items are delivered or collected. We offer a UK, 7 day full money refund if items are not as described or do not suit your requirements (excluding logistics)

fig 6. A nineteenth-century French gilded couch with an elaborately carved wooden frame, triple-back upholstery, and cabriole legs. — fig 6. 19th Century Gilded French Couch

Shipping details

We offer very good rates on shipping within Europe, and have also sold furniture to international customers, and have had their shippers collect from our workshop. We have also had items shipped worldwide door to door all insurance covered, contact for quotes.

Date of Manufacture

Brookside Antiques has dated this 19th Century Gilded Couch to the 1880s.

Physical Dimensions

Height

115cm (45.28")

Width

183cm (72.05")

Depth

68cm (26.77")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1083113

Dealers Internal Ref

00860

About the Dealer

Brookside Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2018

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These styles are characterised by asymmetrical organic curves, elaborate floral carvings, cabriole legs, and luxurious gilt wood finishes designed for formal reception rooms.

They typically feature a solid hardwood frame, hand-carved decorative motifs finished with gold leaf or gesso, traditional joinery, and horsehair or cotton stuffing secured with webbed upholstery.

Authentication involves examining the hand-applied gold leaf for natural oxidisation, inspecting the joinery for traditional hand-cut techniques, and checking the wear patterns on the wooden frame.

Pair the highly decorative piece with minimalist contemporary walls, neutral textures, and modern lighting to create a striking contrast between historic craftsmanship and contemporary simplicity.

Keep the wood away from direct sunlight and moisture fluctuations to protect the delicate gold leaf finish, dusting gently with a dry microfibre cloth and avoiding harsh chemical cleaners.

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