{"product_id":"antique-mahogany-chippendale-revival-two-seat-settee-c1900","title":"Antique Mahogany Chippendale Revival Two Seat Settee c.1900","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAn elegant antique mahogany two-seat settee dating from circa 1900, designed in the richly decorative Chippendale Revival taste and combining generous upholstered comfort with a finely detailed carved timber frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe compact proportions, pierced mahogany fretwork and boldly carved cabriole legs give this piece considerably more character than many later reproduction sofas, while its 140 cm width makes it particularly versatile within both traditional and contemporary interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAntique mahogany two-seat settee\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDating from circa 1900\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eChippendale Revival design\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompact 140 cm width\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRichly coloured mahogany frame\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePierced decorative fretwork rail\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFinely carved cabriole front legs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAcanthus-carved knee decoration\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBold carved feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eShaped upholstered back\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eScrolling upholstered arms\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLoose upholstered seat cushion\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIdeal drawing-room, bedroom or occasional sofa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCraftsmanship \u0026amp; Detail\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe settee is supported by a particularly attractive exposed mahogany base, with the front and side rails enriched by pierced fretwork incorporating repeating geometric and scrolling motifs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe finely carved cabriole front legs form one of the strongest decorative features. Each is enriched with scrolling acanthus detail around the knee before descending into boldly carved feet, giving the piece a confident late Victorian and Edwardian Revival character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAbove, the softly shaped upholstered back rises between gently scrolling arms, creating a comfortable and inviting profile. A generous loose seat cushion provides practical everyday seating while preserving the elegant proportions of the exposed frame below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe pale cream patterned upholstery incorporates stylised architectural, floral and bird motifs and provides an attractive contrast against the rich mahogany. The existing textile shows age-related wear and marks and could either be retained for immediate use or replaced to suit a particular interior scheme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt 140 cm wide, this is a particularly useful size for an antique sofa. It would work well as a drawing-room settee, bedroom sofa, hall seat or occasional two-seater where the presence of a full-sized sofa would be excessive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGood-quality Chippendale Revival seating continues to appeal to collectors and interior designers because it combines decorative period craftsmanship with genuinely practical everyday use. The quality of the carved legs and pierced frame gives this example strong decorative appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hawkins Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":64190126784889,"sku":null,"price":750.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/6633\/8937\/files\/DSCF7597.jpg?v=1786114721","url":"https:\/\/hawkinsantiques.com\/products\/antique-mahogany-chippendale-revival-two-seat-settee-c1900","provider":"Hawkins Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}