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Spanish revival sofa

5 years ago

I have been lusting after this sofa with this fabric and color for my 1920's Spanish farmhouse home. I'm now ready to have one made . The only change I would make it is to eliminate the skirt and add legs. I'm hesitating (although I love it) is the curved back. Is it not fitting for the period???

Appreciate your opinion or suggestions.

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jck910

5 years ago

I like the style, not sure how it will look on legs. Have you sat on the sofa? Is it comfortable? Custom means you own it

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Kathy Skilton
Original Author
5 years ago
I have sat on and liked a style very similar but not a curved back. And, come to think of it the back cushions were loose. Hmmm, that part did not dawn on me. It won't look right with the curved back with loose cushions, right?
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jck910
5 years ago
Just realized I have loose back cushions with a curved back & legs. Custom made by Robert Allen
Sammy
5 years ago
So the gold sofa is what you have now? It looks like the custom Lillian August sofas I used to have.
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BeverlyFLADeziner
5 years ago
IMO any of these rooms / sofas would be good solutions for a Spanish Farmhouse.
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Ames Peterson - International Architecture
5 years ago
I love the idea of that color sofa in your space! Also agree about removing the skirt and keeping legs. Maybe in a darker colored wood to match your other furniture. My one concern is the sofa may not look great with your black armchair, and it looks like you've got another armchair as well? Could you post more photos that aren't blurry and show more of the space? Since it's such a prominent feature it's important to see what's around it.
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Kathy Skilton
Original Author
5 years ago
Thank you, Beverly. I love the last one.

Ames, The dark chair will be going (pictured toward the front door). However, the two other leather chairs will not. I'm realizing now the red/rust color may be too dark. I think I'm leaning toward a caramel color instead. The rug will be replaced also. Please, tell me your thoughts.
Kathy Skilton
Original Author
5 years ago
Just saw your posts. JcK - oh yeah! Sammy, yes, the gold is old. Also custom made about 20 yrs ago.
Sammy
5 years ago
Ah—that’s about when mine were made. I hope they’re having a nice second life...with my exterminator! In retrospect, since they were made so well, I should’ve just had them recovered and had firmer cushions put in instead of giving them away. What an expensive mistake that was! Their replacements, a couple of Norwalk sofas, I absolutely despise. :/
Sammy
5 years ago
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Btw, I kind of love that orange sofa, skirt and all! There’s a reason you’ve been lusting after it; trust your gut! Your style is eclectic, and it works. ;)
Sammy
5 years ago
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BeverlyFLADeziner
5 years ago
https://www.jossandmain.com/furniture/pdp/cheshire-sofa-bl23411.html?&experiencetype=1

On sale and available in 122 fabrics from Wayfair
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Kathy Skilton
Original Author
5 years ago
But, now I'm doubting the attached back cushion. I feel I should have loose back for longer life. Do you agree?

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