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Italian Baroque style three-piece upholstery and giltwood seating suite

Offered by: Mayfair Gallery

Description
Italian Baroque style three-piece upholstery and giltwood seating suite
Italian, 20th Century
Settee: Height 164cm, width 261cm, depth 84cm
Armchairs: Height 151cm, width 106cm, depth 80cm

This fine suite of furniture is an extravagant example of the Italian Baroque style. The three pieces in the suite—one sofa and two armchairs—feature carved giltwood frames and cushions upholstered with red velvet. The three-seat sofa features an exceptional back rail complete with a host of pierced and carved giltwood detailing, including scrolling foliage and a peacock-like central crest. The legs and seat rail are similarly formed, and the sofa features three upholstered cushions and a shaped upholstered backrest. The two armchairs are similarly styled, each with pierced giltwood detailing and red velvet cushions.

More Information

Origin:	Italy
Period:	1900-1919
Materials:	Giltwood, upholstery, velvet.
Styles / Movements:	Baroque
Dealer Reference #:	9978
Incollect Reference #:	535109

Message from Seller:

Mayfair Gallery is a leading gallery in the field of art and antiques, holding a large collection of unique pieces for sale. The breadth of the gallery’s collection is wide, and includes items from a range of periods, styles and geographical origins, as well as works by famous artists and craftsmen. The main focus of the gallery’s collection is, however, on items produced during the 19th and early 20th century.