Chippendale Style Camelback Sofa
This is a vintage three-seat camelback sofa, characterized by its distinctive arched backrest that peaks in the center and slopes down to meet out-swept, rolled arms. The piece is upholstered in a traditional damask-style fabric featuring a vertical stripe and floral medallion pattern in a color palette of cream, gold, and muted blue or sage. The upholstery appears to be a heavy cotton or silk blend weave. The sofa features a tight back design and a single long bench cushion, both finished with piped edging. While the legs are mostly obscured, the visible exposed wooden base rail suggests it is supported by a mahogany or cherry-finished frame, likely featuring straight Marlboroug legs or block feet consistent with the Chippendale Revival style popular in the mid-to-late 20th century. The overall craftsmanship shows formal tailoring with pattern matching across the seams. Visible condition issues include significant sagging in the seat cushion indicating worn internal springs or foam degradation, and noticeable staining/soiling on the main seat area. There is also general fading to the fabric color from age and light exposure. No visible maker's marks are present in the photograph, but the silhouette is a classic interpretation of 18th-century English furniture design.
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Estimated Value
$300 - $500
Basic Information
Category
Furniture - Seating
Appraised On
January 21, 2026
Estimated Value
$300 - $500
Item Description
This is a vintage three-seat camelback sofa, characterized by its distinctive arched backrest that peaks in the center and slopes down to meet out-swept, rolled arms. The piece is upholstered in a traditional damask-style fabric featuring a vertical stripe and floral medallion pattern in a color palette of cream, gold, and muted blue or sage. The upholstery appears to be a heavy cotton or silk blend weave. The sofa features a tight back design and a single long bench cushion, both finished with piped edging. While the legs are mostly obscured, the visible exposed wooden base rail suggests it is supported by a mahogany or cherry-finished frame, likely featuring straight Marlboroug legs or block feet consistent with the Chippendale Revival style popular in the mid-to-late 20th century. The overall craftsmanship shows formal tailoring with pattern matching across the seams. Visible condition issues include significant sagging in the seat cushion indicating worn internal springs or foam degradation, and noticeable staining/soiling on the main seat area. There is also general fading to the fabric color from age and light exposure. No visible maker's marks are present in the photograph, but the silhouette is a classic interpretation of 18th-century English furniture design.
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