Contact Seller
Rams Head Antiques
Tel07769255544Please quote Antiques Atlas.
Non UK callers :
+44 7769255544
Outstanding Giltwood Satyr Sofa Venetian 19th Cent
Country House Venetian Sofa.
An extremely rare if not unique Venetian Giltwood sofa dating from the mid 19th century with a wonderful pair of hand carved and water gilded satyrs to the ends.
In Greek mythology Satyrs are one of a class of lustful, drunken woodland gods. In Greek art Satyrs were characterised by their ribaldry and were known as lovers of wine, music, dancing and women. They were companions of the god Dionysus and were believed to inhabit remote locales, such as woodlands, mountains, and pastures.
The Satyrs are in super order with a lovely antique patina to the original water gilding. The frame is in good sound condition with no movement to the joints
The sofa is upholstered in a quality rich velvet brocade in fern green, burgundy and blue which is in excellent condition.
The sofa measures 133 cms wide 54 cms deep by 87 cms high.
UK delivery can be arranged with our careful furniture courier and costs £75 plus vat to most destinations
SellerRams Head Antiques
View all stock from
Rams Head Antiques
17 Front Street
Wolsingham
Weardale
Durham
DL13 3DF
Tel : 07769255544
Non UK callers : +44 7769255544
Get directions to Rams Head Antiques
An extremely rare if not unique Venetian Giltwood sofa dating from the mid 19th century with a wonderful pair of hand carved and water gilded satyrs to the ends.
In Greek mythology Satyrs are one of a class of lustful, drunken woodland gods. In Greek art Satyrs were characterised by their ribaldry and were known as lovers of wine, music, dancing and women. They were companions of the god Dionysus and were believed to inhabit remote locales, such as woodlands, mountains, and pastures.
The Satyrs are in super order with a lovely antique patina to the original water gilding. The frame is in good sound condition with no movement to the joints
The sofa is upholstered in a quality rich velvet brocade in fern green, burgundy and blue which is in excellent condition.
The sofa measures 133 cms wide 54 cms deep by 87 cms high.
UK delivery can be arranged with our careful furniture courier and costs £75 plus vat to most destinations
Price The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 2/JAN/2025. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer.
Category Antique Furniture
Period Late 19th Century Antiques
Material Giltwood
Origin Venetian
Item code as623a3287
Status For Sale
£3950.00
$4888.13
€4757.78
$4888.13
€4757.78
Conversion rates as of 2/JAN/2025. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer.
View all stock from
Rams Head Antiques
Wolsingham
Weardale
Durham
DL13 3DF
Tel : 07769255544
Non UK callers : +44 7769255544
Get directions to Rams Head Antiques
You may also be interested in
19th Century Oak Window Seat or Hall bench
Pair of Victorian Rosewood Window Seats
Outstanding Victorian Mahogany Sofa
Carved Gilt Wood Parlour Settee
Antique French Carved Walnut Settee
Walnut Framed Cameo Backed Sofa / Three Person Settee
Three Piece Parlour Suite Set / Inlaid Mahogany
Pretty Victorian Walnut Velvet Button Back Sofa
Edwardian Beechwood Settee
Italian Louis Philippe sofa in rosewood. 19th C.
Painted Oval Window Seat
Aesthetic Movement Salon Sofa Grand Tour Plaque