Deep oxblood red cotton velvet swatch with a subtle pile sheen

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Colefax and Fowler

Dante Red

Name: Dante Red
Brand: Colefax and Fowler
SKU: F4797-12

Dante Red is a rich, low-lit velvet with a deep oxblood character and a subtle surface sheen that softens as the pile turns. The colour reads dark and saturated rather than bright, giving it a quietly dramatic presence.

deep oxblood red plain none luxe upholstery

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About this fabric

This Dante Velvet colourway is a plain velvet with no visible repeat, so the interest comes from its dense pile and the way the light moves across the surface. In Dante Red, the shade sits in a deep red family with a wine-like undertone, appearing almost burgundy in shadow and slightly warmer where the pile catches the light. The fabric is 100% cotton and approximately 140cm wide, making it a classic upholstery velvet for seating, cushions and formal decorative pieces. It has no performance features noted, and the √CM fire code should be checked against project requirements before ordering. The overall effect is luxurious but restrained, with a finish that feels richer than a standard red.

How to use it

Pair this deep red velvet with walnut, brass and dark painted wood for a moody scheme, or use it as a single accent on an occasional chair to add depth. Its saturated tone works especially well with cream or soft neutral walls where the pile can show its colour shift.

Use for tailored upholstery or statement cushions where the rich pile can catch the light.

Colefax and Fowler Dante Velvet Velvet

Specification

Care code: Q 8 < T 3
Composition: 100% Cotton
Fire code: √CM
Pattern repeat: V 0cm / H 0cm approx
Width: 140cm approx

Specification as published by Colefax and Fowler. We will confirm the current details with them before you order.

Made up by us

Every metre we order is cut, sewn and fitted in our own Heybridge workshop, with Simon over every stage. Reupholstery, bespoke pieces, curtains, blinds and headboards.

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