Victorian Settee

By Anonymous (not verified), 17 January, 2008
Description

This settee is possibly made of oak, although I am not certain. The backrest is quite straight and virtually unpadded. The upholstery covers the backside of the backrest as well. The little 'finials' at the top sides of the backrest appear oriental in nature to me. The wood panel in the front of the backrest is rather plain although I have included closeups of the top which appears to have a balance scale type of carving and the bottom carving has a fan and scroll. Overall the carvings are rather squarish: at the top of the backrest the carving reminds me of dental work?

Category
American Furniture
Medium
wood possibly oak and upholstery a red brocade
Distinguishing marks
there was a plate which was removed when recovered 20 yrs ago
Condition
Good
Size and dimensions of this item
w- 58" from arm to arm; h- 34" top of seat back to floor; seat depth- 20"
Date Period
1900?
Weight
Possibly 40 lbs.
History
This was given to us by my husbands step-father. It was his mother's and had been in his family for many years. They lived in Sand Springs Oklahoma.
eBay Auction Link
For Sale?
No

Dog_Star_5 (not verified)

17 years 3 months ago

Just curious if anyone has any idea about this piece. Plus I am posting a comment because I have been having difficulty with this site & wanted to verify that my inquiry has been posted.
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Anonymous (not verified)

17 years 3 months ago

Your piece is walnut and is in the Eastlake style popular from the 1870's through the 1890's. The earlier examples such as yours tend to be made of walnut, the later examples in oak. Value-wise, well the market for most Victorian Furniture is in the dumpster at the moment, comparable examples to yours sell at auction for less then $300.00. Lovejoy
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L~

Thank you so much for the info.  That really helps me.  Especially the dumpster part, as we are considering selling it!  Maybe we will just hold onto it a little longer. :)

D*S

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