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Antique Double Spoon Back Settee, English, 3 Seat, Sofa, Early Victorian, C.1840
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Antique Double Spoon Back Settee, English, 3 Seat, Sofa, Early Victorian, C.1840

19th century
Description

This is an antique double spoon back settee. An English, rosewood three seater ornate sofa, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1840.

Striking form and a treat of carved craftsmanship

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout

Superb show frame presents deep caramel hues and fine grain interest

Professionally upholstered in the traditional manner with deep button finish

Double spoon back form, with short arms terminating in scrolled knuckles

Centre skilfully adorned with a pierced, relief carved scroll wreath

Dressed in a quality taupe coloured velvet upholstery with matched brocade trim

Generously stuffed seat cushion with a pronounced centre seat

Delicate craftsmanship accentuates the show frame, with foliate carved knees

Prominent scrolled knuckles host showcase the appealing figuring

Lower frame hosting a terminus of two scroll forms with flowerhead decoration

Standing upon ornate front cabriole legs, with splayed rear legs and riding on castors

This is an inviting antique double spoon back settee, with generous, comfortable seating for three. Ready to enjoy as-is, but also a wonderful example to reupholster to individual taste. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 197cm (77.5'')

Max Depth: 86cm (33.75'')

Max Height: 94cm (37'')

Seat Width: 142cm (56'')

Outer Seat Depth: 51cm (20'')

Centre Seat Depth: 46cm (18'')

Seat Height: 44cm (17.25'')

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Our Ref: 18.9881

Physical Dimensions
Height
94cm (37.01")
Width
197cm (77.56")
Depth
86cm (33.86")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this Victorian Spoon Back Settee to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1045916
Dealers Internal Reference
18.9881
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Description
This is an antique double spoon back settee. An English, rosewood three seater ornate sofa, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1840.

Striking form and a treat of carved craftsmanship

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout

fig 1. An early Victorian double spoon back settee upholstered in mauve velvet with a carved timber frame and cabriole legs.
fig 1. Antique Double Spoon Back Settee, English, 3 Seat, Sofa, Early Victorian, C.1840

Superb show frame presents deep caramel hues and fine grain interest

Professionally upholstered in the traditional manner with deep button finish

Double spoon back form, with short arms terminating in scrolled knuckles

fig 2. An early Victorian double spoon back settee upholstered in mauve velvet with a carved timber frame and cabriole legs.
fig 2. Antique Double Spoon Back Settee, English, 3 Seat, Sofa, Early Victorian, C.1840

Centre skilfully adorned with a pierced, relief carved scroll wreath

Dressed in a quality taupe coloured velvet upholstery with matched brocade trim

Generously stuffed seat cushion with a pronounced centre seat

fig 3. An early Victorian double spoon back settee upholstered in mauve velvet with a carved timber frame and cabriole legs.
fig 3. Antique Double Spoon Back Settee, English, 3 Seat, Sofa, Early Victorian, C.1840

Delicate craftsmanship accentuates the show frame, with foliate carved knees

Prominent scrolled knuckles host showcase the appealing figuring

Lower frame hosting a terminus of two scroll forms with flowerhead decoration

fig 4. An early Victorian double spoon back settee upholstered in mauve velvet with a carved timber frame and cabriole legs.
fig 4. Antique Double Spoon Back Settee, English, 3 Seat, Sofa, Early Victorian, C.1840

Standing upon ornate front cabriole legs, with splayed rear legs and riding on castors

This is an inviting antique double spoon back settee, with generous, comfortable seating for three. Ready to enjoy as-is, but also a wonderful example to reupholster to individual taste. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

fig 5. An early Victorian double spoon back settee upholstered in mauve velvet with a carved timber frame and cabriole legs.
fig 5. Antique Double Spoon Back Settee, English, 3 Seat, Sofa, Early Victorian, C.1840

Dimensions:

Max Width: 197cm (77.5'')

Max Depth: 86cm (33.75'')

Max Height: 94cm (37'')

Seat Width: 142cm (56'')

Outer Seat Depth: 51cm (20'')

Centre Seat Depth: 46cm (18'')

Seat Height: 44cm (17.25'')

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.

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We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.
London Fine Antiques
fig 6. An early Victorian double spoon back settee upholstered in mauve velvet with a carved timber frame and cabriole legs.
fig 6. Antique Double Spoon Back Settee, English, 3 Seat, Sofa, Early Victorian, C.1840

Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.

Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment.

Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.

Our Ref: 18.9881

Height
94cm (37.01")
Width
197cm (77.56")
Depth
86cm (33.86")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Victorian Spoon Back Settee to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1045916
Dealers Internal Ref
18.9881
London Fine Antiques
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Antique Double Spoon Back Settee, English, 3 Seat, Sofa, Early Victorian, C.1840

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An early Victorian double spoon back settee upholstered in mauve velvet with a carved timber frame and cabriole legs.
Antique Double Spoon Back Settee, English, 3 Seat, Sofa, Early Victorian, C.1840
Ref: SA1045916
An early Victorian double spoon back settee upholstered in mauve velvet with a carved timber frame and cabriole legs.
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FAQs

A spoon back settee is an upholstered 19th-century seating form featuring contoured backrests shaped like the bowl of a spoon. Popularised during the early Victorian era, these settees often displayed Louis XV Revival influences with smooth curves, carved crestings, and button-tufted upholstery.

Early Victorian settees were typically constructed using solid dense hardwoods such as mahogany, rosewood, or walnut for the exposed frame and cabriole legs. Upholstery involved traditional methods using coil springs, horsehair padding, webbing, and fine fabrics like silk damask or velvet.

Authentic pieces often feature hand-carved decorative crests, brass castors on carved cabriole or turned legs, and traditional underside webbing visible upon inspection. Additional signs include deep button tufting, asymmetrical or serpentine silhouettes, and heavy timber construction.

A Victorian settee functions as a focal point in a hallway, drawing room, or at the foot of a bed. Pairing the curved silhouette with minimalist contemporary lighting or neutral wall finishes creates a balance between historical craftsmanship and modern design.

Regular gentle vacuuming with a soft brush attachment removes dust from velvet fibres and tufted buttons. Keep the frame away from direct heat sources to prevent timber movement, and polish exposed wood using natural beeswax.
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