18TH CENTURY GEORGE III GILTWOOD SILK UPHOLSTERED FRENCH HEPPLEWHITE SOFA
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Description
A very elegant and well drawn 18th century George III giltwood settee / sofa / canapé in the French Hepplewhite taste upholstered in a grey silk.
English Circa 1775
Of elegant French form, the moulded frame having a padded serpentine back with central flower and husk-carved crest, the down-scrolled arms with pads over a stuffed seat and serpentine rail carved with flowers, raised on four cabriole front legs with shell-carved headers.
In excellent condition having been newly upholstered in a contrasting grey silk, the re-gilt frame has obtained a nice patina / wear and colouration.
Provenance Part of an impressive London Collection
Dimensions
Width 66 inches - 168cm
Height 38 1/2 inches - 98cm
Depth 30 inches - 77cm
Seat Height 17 inches - 43cm -
More Information
Origin: England Period: 18th Century Creation Date: 1775 Styles / Movements: George III, Hepplewhite Dealer Reference #: 2877 Incollect Reference #: 557785 -
Dimensions
W. 66 in; H. 38.5 in; D. 30 in; W. 167.64 cm; H. 97.79 cm; D. 76.2 cm; Seat H. 17 in; Seat H. 43.18 cm;
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