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Chateau Anjou Demi-Desk

Our early 18th century French antique replica is sized for versatility and boasts a sliding desktop for added writing space. Of handcarved mahogany, it features two shelved cabinets and drawers for storage, flanking a space for display. It's rich authentic period details take a team to complete this signature piece of furniture art. Ships in 2 pieces. 39"Wx26"Dx54"H. 100 lbs.

Charles II Armchair

Since the 1700s, European castles have filled their massive halls with elaborately carved chairs like our exclusive replica. Picture today's highly skilled craftsmen, like those 300 years ago, carving a single, solid mahogany chair by hand--you'll soon realize why it is wrought with ornate beauty! A hand-rubbed finish and a multi-colored coat of arms jacquard tapestry, upholstered on front and back, give it all the authenticity of a fine period antique. See additional views for upholstery color swatch. Call for free fabric swatches at 1-800-525-5141. (with arms) 22"Wx21"Dx44½"H. 25 lbs.

Abbotsford House Victorian Sofa

The deep-seated comfort of this stately sofa lies in its 8-way hand tied suspension, covered in exquisite double-welted quality jacquard upholstery in the color of scarlet flora atop light green vines and set against a tan background. Taking two weeks to handcarve in solid mahogany, from the gracefully arching legs and arms to the intricately stylized nobleman at its crown, this expansive reproduction sofa is true Victorian style. See additional views for upholstery color swatch. 60"Wx27"Dx41"H. 85 lbs.

San Giacomo Side Table

Originally used to store cigars, this ingenious work of furniture art is so perfectly sized that it will be at home almost anywhere! Like the original antique, our exclusive, solid mahogany table sits atop cabriole legs and features 2 drawers and a single shelf behind a hinged door ready to guard your treasures. Bedside or in a drawing room, you'll appreciate this replica English antique for its quality ornate hand-carving, a distinctive feature of the Baroque style. 16"Wx16"Dx34"H. 28 lbs.

Sir Benedict's Library Table

Almost five full feet of ornately hand-carved stylized lions, acanthus leaves and ornate turnings embellish everything from the balustrade's gadroons to the half-foot-wide apron on this Design Toscano signature piece! Requiring well over a week of skilled hand-carving to create, this grande-scale investment in historic furniture art is a celebration of the decorative architecture of the Renaissance. Whether it serves in the library, entry or office, our solid hardwood piece is stylishly distinctive. Simple assembly required. 60"Wx28"Dx30"H. 93 lbs.

Swan Fainting Couch (Left Version) (Shown Here)

Just as fashionable today as when Victorian ladies "swooned" on similar styles a century ago, our exclusive replica couch with 8-way hand-tied suspension sends an upscale decorating message. Richly hand-rubbed mahogany recreates a finely aged piece. Upholstered in a beautifully textured golden wheat colored brocade jacquard fabric on front and back with a detached pillow roll, the hand-carved mahogany back boasts a swan motif. Each approx. 73"Wx28"Dx34"H. 40 lbs.

Historic Mahogany Monk's Bench

Our favorite English antique dealer agreed to have this stunning medieval Monk's Bench reproduced for us complete with all its rich, handcarved details. Clergy members used it to store vestments before the advent of closets. Both stylish and functional, this heavyweight, high-back bench with carved panels, provides seating for two, and deep storage for items such as fine linens, books or treasures from a bygone era. For authentic character, it takes over two weeks to hand carve and hand-finish the solid mahogany to replicate the original antique. A Toscano exclusive. 48"Wx21"Dx48"H. 90 lbs.

La VoÛte Grande Crescent Mahogany Executive Desk

With a rich, natural, solid mahogany grain radiating from its center like a sunburst, our impressively sculptural executive desk glows as a six-foot expanse of pure drama. This heirloom work of furniture art demands its due as a true statement piece, with bowers of acanthus stretching across the 6½-inch apron, and rich barley twist edging that's impossible to ignore. Our most experienced wood carvers work well over a week to add the half-dozen cabriolet legs, the center drawer and the rich embellishments that adorn all sides of this luxurious executive desk. Our Toscano-exclusive investment in furniture art is a dramatic focal point for a luxury lifestyle. See Additional Views for details. 76½"Wx37"Dx31"H. 121 lbs.