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A 19th Century Shield Back Sofa
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for sale €2,340     $2,540
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A 19th Century Shield Back Sofa

19th century
Description

A very pretty 19th century mahogany shield back sofa with tapering legs.

Physical Dimensions
Height
95cm (37.40")
Width
146cm (57.48")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Declaration

Henry Fowler Antiques has dated this Antique Shield Back Sofa to the 19th Century.

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SA1019155
Description
A very pretty 19th century mahogany shield back sofa with tapering legs.
Height
95cm (37.40")
Width
146cm (57.48")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Date of Manufacture

Henry Fowler Antiques has dated this Antique Shield Back Sofa to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1019155
Henry Fowler Antiques
Henry Fowler Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2022
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A 19th century mahogany triple shield back settee with carved splats, curved arms, and an upholstered seat cushion.
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Archive I A 19th century mahogany triple shield back settee with carved splats, curved arms, and an upholstered seat cushion.

A 19th Century Shield Back Sofa

Archive II A 19th century mahogany triple shield back settee with carved splats, curved arms, and an upholstered seat cushion. View II
Archive III A 19th century mahogany triple shield back settee with carved splats, curved arms, and an upholstered seat cushion. View III
Archive IV A 19th century mahogany triple shield back settee with carved splats, curved arms, and an upholstered seat cushion. View IV
Archive V A 19th century mahogany triple shield back settee with carved splats, curved arms, and an upholstered seat cushion. View V
Archive VI A 19th century mahogany triple shield back settee with carved splats, curved arms, and an upholstered seat cushion. View VI
Archive VII A 19th century mahogany triple shield back settee with carved splats, curved arms, and an upholstered seat cushion. View VII
Archive VIII A 19th century mahogany triple shield back settee with carved splats, curved arms, and an upholstered seat cushion. View VIII
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Henry Fowler Antiques

Henry Fowler Antiques
Telephone 07934 772810
Location
Nassington Road
Woodnewton
Peterborough
Northamptonshire
PE8 5EH
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/henryfowler
Verified Since Mar 2022
Items For Sale 43
Items Sold 165
Henry Fowler Antiques
Henry Fowler Antiques
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Location: Nassington Road, Woodnewton, Peterborough, Northamptonshire, PE8 5EH, United Kingdom
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A 19th century mahogany triple shield back settee with carved splats, curved arms, and an upholstered seat cushion.
A 19th century Shield back sofa
Ref: SA1019155
A 19th century mahogany triple shield back settee with carved splats, curved arms, and an upholstered seat cushion.
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  • ObjectSettee
  • Period19th century
  • StyleHepplewhite
  • MaterialMahogany, Fabric
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsShield backrest, Pierced splat, Straight tapered legs, H-stretcher
  • SizeH 95 cm (37 in) x W 146 cm (57 in) x D 53 cm (21 in)

This 19th-century Hepplewhite-style settee is crafted from dark brown mahogany with a fabric upholstered seat cushion in shades of beige and cream. The triple shield-back design incorporates pierced splats with vertical carved bars, paired with curved armrests and straight tapered legs united by an H-stretcher. The timber shows a rich dark finish and polished grain, while the seat exhibits natural softening and age wear to the upholstery fabric. It measures 95 cm high, 146 cm wide, and 53 cm deep. In a contemporary home, this English country house seating piece fits naturally in a hallway, bedroom, or living room. It provides bench seating for multiple people while adding classic period character to interior spaces. The architectural backrests and clean lines make it suitable for placement against a wall or as a freestanding feature in traditional or transitional room schemes.

FAQs

A shield back sofa is characterized by openwork backrests formed in the shape of a shield, a design popularized by cabinetmaker George Hepplewhite in the late 18th century. These pieces often display ornate central splats, tapered legs, and upholstered bench seating.

These settees were predominantly crafted from dense hardwoods such as mahogany or satinwood. Construction involved traditional joinery methods, including mortise and tenon joints, with original upholstery made from natural fibres, horsehair padding, and floral tapestry or velvet covers.

Authentic period pieces display evidence of hand-tooling, hand-carved splat detailing, and traditional joinery rather than modern machine cuts. Look for natural oxidation on the underside of the timber frame and age-appropriate wear to the structural stretchers.

A shield back settee works well in an entryway, wide hallway, or positioned at the foot of a bed. Pairing the item with contemporary artwork or neutral backdrop tones allows the detailed carved timber backrests to stand out as a architectural feature.

Maintain the mahogany timber frame by dusting regularly with a microfibre cloth and applying a high-grade beeswax polish annually. Keep the item away from direct heat sources and strong sunlight to prevent the timber from warping and the upholstery from fading.
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