Picardy Velvet Sofa with 8 Pillows | Acme Furniture
Our Picardy velvet sofa transforms your living room into a palace of comfort and Old World elegance. This statement piece features hand-carved walnut framing, deep button tufting across the back and arms, and plush jewel-tone velvet upholstery that catches light beautifully throughout the day.
We include 10 coordinating designer throw pillows with every Picardy sofa—a mix of solid velvet, patterned jacquard, and embroidered accent pillows that let you style the sofa to your mood. The generous 96-inch width seats four adults comfortably, while the serpentine back and rolled arms provide exceptional support for long evenings of conversation or reading.
Each sofa is built on a kiln-dried hardwood frame with eight-way hand-tied spring construction, ensuring decades of reliable use. We upholster every piece in our North Carolina workshop, where craftspeople apply traditional tufting techniques and hand-finish each carved detail. The Picardy collection brings European grandeur to American homes without the transatlantic shipping costs.
Picardy sofa specifications
Velvet Upholstery & Pillow Collection
We selected premium polyester velvet for the Picardy sofa because it delivers the visual drama of silk velvet with superior durability for family living rooms. The pile catches and reflects light as you move around the room, creating depth and richness you won’t find in flat-weave fabrics. Our emerald colorway evokes English manor libraries, sapphire brings Mediterranean coastal elegance, and burgundy channels Parisian opera house luxury.
The 10 included throw pillows give you instant styling versatility. We include four solid velvet pillows that match the sofa body, three jacquard pillows with traditional damask or medallion patterns, two embroidered accent pillows with metallic threadwork, and one tasseled bolster pillow. All pillow covers feature hidden zippers and are removable for cleaning. The mix of 18-inch and 22-inch sizes creates visual interest while maintaining comfort for actual use.
Hand-Carved Walnut Frame Construction
Every Picardy sofa begins with a kiln-dried solid walnut frame that our craftspeople hand-carve with acanthus leaf motifs and scrollwork details. The cabriole legs curve gracefully outward in the Louis XV style, with each leg requiring approximately three hours of carving and hand-sanding to achieve the smooth, flowing lines.
We join all frame components with mortise-and-tenon joinery reinforced with wood glue and corner blocks, creating a structure that withstands decades of daily use. The frame receives a hand-rubbed antique walnut finish that highlights the natural grain variation in the wood. We deliberately leave subtle tool marks visible in the carved areas—these are the fingerprints of traditional craftsmanship, not defects.
Dimensions & Room Planning
At 96 inches wide, the Picardy sofa commands attention as a focal point in living rooms, great rooms, or formal parlors. We recommend allowing at least 36 inches of clearance in front of the sofa for comfortable traffic flow, and positioning the piece at least 3 inches away from walls to prevent velvet crushing.
The 38-inch depth accommodates people who prefer to sit upright with back support as well as those who like to curl up sideways with the generous pillow collection. The 42-inch overall height (including the carved back crest) works beautifully beneath standard 8-foot ceilings while maintaining classical proportions. The 19-inch seat height suits most adults comfortably—neither too low for elderly users nor too high for shorter individuals.
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Questions About the Picardy Velvet Sofa
Every Picardy velvet sofa includes 10 coordinating designer throw pillows at no additional cost. The collection includes four solid velvet pillows matching the sofa body, three jacquard pillows with traditional patterns, two embroidered accent pillows with metallic details, and one tasseled bolster pillow.
The mix includes both 18-inch and 22-inch pillow sizes for visual variety. All covers are removable via hidden zippers for easy cleaning.
The Picardy velvet sofa measures 96 inches wide, 38 inches deep, and 42 inches tall overall. The seat height is 19 inches from the floor, which accommodates most adults comfortably. The interior seating width is approximately 84 inches, providing comfortable seating for four people.
We recommend planning for at least 36 inches of clearance in front of the sofa for traffic flow. The piece ships fully assembled except for the four cabriole legs, which our delivery team attaches on-site.
Velvet is actually easier to maintain than many people expect. We recommend weekly vacuuming with an upholstery attachment on low suction, brushing in the direction of the pile. For spills, immediate blotting with a clean white cloth prevents most staining.
Our polyester velvet resists wear better than natural silk velvet while maintaining the same luxurious appearance. The included care booklet provides detailed cleaning instructions for different stain types. Professional cleaning once or twice yearly keeps the velvet looking showroom-fresh.
Yes, we stock replacement cushion cores and covers for all Picardy sofas for at least 10 years after your purchase. You can also order additional coordinating throw pillows from our Designer Pillow Collection to expand your styling options.
We recommend registering your sofa purchase to ensure we have your specific fabric dye lot information on file. This guarantees perfect color matching if you need replacement components years later.
The Picardy sofa features a kiln-dried solid walnut frame joined with mortise-and-tenon joinery and reinforced with corner blocks. We use eight-way hand-tied coil springs—the gold standard in upholstered furniture—where each spring is tied to its neighbors in eight directions using Italian hemp twine.
This traditional construction method distributes weight evenly and prevents sagging over decades of use. High-density foam cushions wrapped in down-blend envelopes sit atop the spring deck, providing both immediate comfort and long-term support.
We offer white glove delivery service for all Picardy sofas. Our professional delivery team brings the sofa into your room of choice, attaches the four hand-carved legs, positions the piece where you want it, and removes all packaging materials.
The sofa ships in one piece and requires doorways at least 34 inches wide with 7-foot ceiling clearance in stairwells. We’ll contact you before delivery to confirm access measurements and schedule a convenient two-hour delivery window.
The Picardy sofa includes a five-year structural warranty covering the solid walnut frame and eight-way hand-tied spring system against defects in materials and workmanship. The velvet upholstery and cushions carry a two-year warranty against manufacturing defects.
We also offer an optional Premium Velvet Fabric Protection Plan that extends coverage for spills, stains, and accidental damage for five years. This plan covers issues beyond normal wear and tear, including pet damage and food stains.