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Grand-Scale Ottoman in Floral Lampas Wool Epinglé, Lyonnaise Style, Circa 1890

$4,961.07
£3,589
€4,282.89
CA$6,878.76
A$6,986.71
CHF 4,026.24
MX$84,354.22
NOK 46,768.61
SEK 47,158.83
DKK 32,015.99

About the Item

Of English origin, this piece represents the peak of the late 19th-century country house aesthetic, blending a sturdy British frame with a sophisticated Continental-style textile. Upholstered in a high-end wool epinglé featuring a classic Louis XVI floral stripe pattern in the manner of 18th-century Lyon silks, the textile offers a rare combination of delicate historical aesthetics and the durable, tactile 'looped' pile of a premium wool weave. The substantial frame is constructed of solid beechwood, a hallmark of 19th-century English cabinetry. The ottoman is supported by traditionally turned hardwood legs with a rich ebonized walnut finish, terminating brass cup casters which has been reconditioned 20 years ago, finished with hand-applied brass nailhead trim, the piece showcases meticulous pattern-matching across its expansive, flat-top surface. Its grand proportions allow it to serve dual roles: as a plush central seating hub or as a versatile 'soft' coffee table in a library or formal drawing room for guests to perch on in a convivial soirée.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 17.13 in (43.5 cm)Width: 57.09 in (145 cm)Depth: 32.29 in (82 cm)Seat Height: 17.13 in (43.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Louis XVI (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1890
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Structurally sound frame with minor surface wear to the legs consistent with age. Upholstery is in exceptional condition, showing no notable wear or fading. The original beechwood frame was reconditioned and fitted with new legs and brass casters.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU10747249787992

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