Italian Rococo Revival Style Settee or Sofa With Heraldic Motif in Black & Beige

Description

19th-early 20th century settee / canape or loveseat in Rococo style having a fine Fabric. This is simply the finest … more 19th-early 20th century settee / canape or loveseat in Rococo style having a fine Fabric. This is simply the finest find of wonderfully covered and carved oversized settee or canape anyone could wish to have. The detailed carvings on the lower frame depicting a pair of cherub holding a shell form rose basket. The strong and sturdy frame having five legs in the Louis XV fashion and a barley twist connecting undercarriage. The ebony and beige fabric very decorative with trompe l'oeil design and overstuffed backrest and arms. The back and sides with an ebony velour. Only the finest quality covering this once in a lifetime sofa. Very comfortable with great size and style. A piece from this period having such style and flair is certainly not going to be seen anywhere else but your home.

Rococo, less commonly Roccoco or Late Baroque, is an exceptionally ornamental and theatrical style of architecture, art and decoration which combines asymmetry, scrolling curves, gilding, white and pastel colors, sculpted molding, and trompe l'oeil frescoes to create surprise and the illusion of motion and drama.

Dimensions: 46" H x 54" W x 34" D
Seat Height: 20.5" less