Could be as early as 1920s-30s ... some of the "modern" furniture in ads from them looks a lot like that.

It's a nice sleek thing, and the springs look well done. Is it comfortable?

It looks like very good quality!

It does look like good quality. Those cushions look as if they are down and feather filled. For style, I think you may need to go back even farther to a federal style.

The cushions are badly compressed at the front and will need to be replaced. And the fabric is not my taste at all. But the underlying base and the back are surprisingly comfortable. I bought it to potentially recover as a banquette in my kitchen but am second guessing that idea until I can determine if I stumbled on something of value.

It strikes me as a very good quality..and much older than anything seventies. But surprisingly easy to pair with other periods, nevertheless. I don't know how much the upholstery job might run..

IDK, but that fabric, in that color looks very 70's to me.

That looks similar to a Sheraton style sofa. I have seen very similar fabric at the upholstery stores a few years back, although pricey. Very beautiful sofa and fabric.

Seems Victorian inspired to me. But back is very low. Could it be missing back pillows?

Really pretty lines on that piece. Even if reposted seems pricey, for the lines in that sofa I think the results will be worth it

The back on my example is single button tufted:

And here is a coordinating chair, also identified as Tomlinson

I have found that the cushions have straps with D rings, and there are corresponding snap hooks sewn into the deck to keep them in place. Compared to the construction inside the frame, those connectors seems to be a more contemporary touch that suggests it has been reupholstered. The Tomlinson piece does look very much like what I have. @palimpset - thank you for finding that link! And thank you all for taking the time to respond!

The Tomlinson I pictured has the cushion straps as well, so it's possible the upholstery is original or it's possible they put straps on the new work. Our Henredon sofa cushions were strapped and the reupholsterer duplicated that when he covered it.

Thank you, I noticed that after I realized there were additional pictures on the link. I've reached out to the manufacturer to see if there is any chance they can/will confirm my item. Such an interesting detour from a quick stop to donate items at Goodwill!

Here is the rest of the Cinderella story on this sofa. I ultimately decided that it was too nice to risk as a first time DIY upholstery project. I didn't want to spend upward of $2K to have it professionally done when I only had one space that would be big enough for it and my current living room furniture is in great shape. So I contacted a dealer who specializes in mid century and antiques. He offered to purchase it for more than I paid (which was not a lot), and was forthright enough to say he was offering a low price because he would want to completely re-do it with high end fabric. So I recouped my investment; I hope he eventually will as well!

https://www.1stdibs.com/furniture/seating/sofas/modern-baker-barrel-back-bleached-mahogany-sofa-cole-son-icons-fabric/id-f_13191931/

Idjhou, is that your actual sofa as the purchaser reupholstered it? More power to him to recoup his investment, but I hate the upholstery and am crying a little at the bleached wood. I'm sure someone will love it that way, though.

Glad you were able to come out ahead, and that Pal and others were able to identify the probably vintage and give you an idea of value.

Yes that is the actual sofa. I'm also not a fan of the bleached wood or the fabric - but he had a vision for it, and vision is not my strong suit! He may not have a real expectation of selling it for the listing price, but he must know he's got the right ball park.

I am amazed he chose that fabric for the sofa since it appeals to a very limited audience. And even if you liked the pattern - the color also needs to work with one's other stuff.

I can't imagine anyone spending $9500 and not wanting to be able to select exactly the fabric one wanted - because at that price level, every high end fabulous couture fabric is available.

I had some vintage pieces reupholstered and also had the upholstery do some custom work - and it cost far less for my sofa than what he is asking - and I have high end construction in terms of frame; 8 way hand tied; down over foam etc.

Here's hoping that the pretty sofa has another incarnation in its future. It's sort of like one of the bad owners that Black Beauty had to live through.

Who or what is this face on my settee.

That type of decoration/carving is called a "Green Man".

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Green_Man

i have a sofa question as well. This is a sofa that has been in my family since at least 1964. Any idea who made this, or even what style it is? I love it.

You need to post a photo. We’re good, but we’re not psychic.

HU you might also want to start a new thread to post your photos to rather than one that started in 2018. You may have to start a thread then add the photos in the comments as sometimes putting them in the original post does not allow them to show.

I realize that this thread is already a couple of years old, but I just wanted to correct the information about the maker. This sofa was made by Drexel as part of the "Triune" collection. I've seen similar pieces often incorrectly attributed to Tomlinson. It was quite common for many furniture makers to patent their designs. However, this didn't prevent competitors from making slight modifications as a work-around in order to cash in on hot trends. Soon after Tomlinson introduced the "Sophisticate" collection in 1956, other makers such as Thomasville (with the "Tamerlane" collection) and Drexel (with the "Meridian" and "Triune" collections) used similar motifs and finishes and are frequently misidentified as Tomlinson. I've included a period ad for TRIUNE by Drexel displaying the sofa upholstered in white. I hope this helps!

For reference, this is the Tomlinson Sophisticate sofa that is often mistaken:

Thanks for clarifying.