Accession Number

983.474

Alternate Name

couch; sofa; settee

Description

One upholstered chaise longue with a buttoned back. The piece is covered in a beige brocade fabric. The frame and cabriole legs are of dark walnut. The front legs have white porcelain castors.

Narrative

This is one of the earliest pieces of furniture acquired by The Castle Society. From 1969 until about 1985, it was displayed in Craigdarroch's library.

History of Use

This chaise longue was donated to Craigdarroch Castle in 1969 by former Winnipeg Alderman Hilda Hesson.¹

1. The Daily Colonist, March 27, 1969.

Date

circa 1870

Dimensions

96 x 95 x 177 cm

Material

Wood, walnut; Fabric