Overview
An exceptional antique Edwardian mahogany, satinwood and marquetry inlaid salon suite dating from circa 1900, comprising a beautifully matched settee, two armchairs and four single chairs. Crafted to an outstanding standard, the suite combines elegant Edwardian proportions with exquisite satinwood inlay, decorative marquetry and finely carved pierced splat backs, creating a highly decorative and increasingly rare complete drawing room suite.
Key Features
- Antique Edwardian salon suite
- Circa 1900
- Comprising settee, two armchairs and four chairs
- Rich mahogany construction throughout
- Fine satinwood crossbanding and line inlay
- Decorative marquetry panels to backs
- Elegant pierced splat back design
- Intricate carved scrolling detail
- Art Nouveau influenced styling
- Shaped arms and cabriole style legs
- Matching upholstered seats and settee back
- Rare complete seven-piece suite
Craftsmanship & Detail
The suite displays exceptional cabinetmaking quality throughout. Each chair features a striking pierced back centred by a beautifully executed marquetry panel framed by flowing carved scrollwork and delicate open fret detailing. The rich mahogany timber is enhanced by satinwood crossbanding and fine line inlays, creating a sophisticated contrast that highlights the elegant Edwardian design.
The matching settee mirrors the decorative language of the chairs perfectly, featuring a broad upholstered back arranged around a central pierced and inlaid splat. The flowing lines, shaped arms and graceful proportions reflect the influence of the Art Nouveau movement while retaining the refinement associated with high-quality Edwardian furniture.
Complete matched salon suites of this calibre are becoming increasingly difficult to source, particularly examples retaining their full complement of original seating. Equally suited to a country house, period townhouse, boutique hotel, luxury apartment or sophisticated interior design project, this suite offers both practical seating and significant decorative presence while remaining highly desirable to collectors and interior designers alike.