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Victorian Sofa
Ropeworks Antiques
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Ropeworks Antiques

Ropeworks Antiques

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Victorian Sofa

19th century
Description

A good quality late Nineteenth century sofa with turned Walnut leg and original castors.

Sprung seat, back and front edge.

Very good and clean condition, six feet wide.

Now available from our large showroom in Marlborough, Wiltshire.

Delivery available - please contact us for a quote.

Physical Dimensions
Height
98cm (38.58")
Width
183cm (72.05")
Depth
94cm (37.01")
Declaration

Ropeworks Antiques has dated this Victorian Blue Velvet Sofa to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1054194
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Shop is not open all the time and it is advised that if you are travelling far then it is best to call first.

Buying and selling antique and decorative furniture and related items from a riverside setting in the beautiful market town of Marlborough, home of the second widest high street in the UK.

Lovely riverfront cafe on site.

Keys present only if stated.

Description
A good quality late Nineteenth century sofa with turned Walnut leg and original castors.

Sprung seat, back and front edge.

Very good and clean condition, six feet wide.

Now available from our large showroom in Marlborough, Wiltshire.

Delivery available - please contact us for a quote.

Height
98cm (38.58")
Width
183cm (72.05")
Depth
94cm (37.01")
Date of Manufacture

Ropeworks Antiques has dated this Victorian Blue Velvet Sofa to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1054194
Ropeworks Antiques
Ropeworks Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2012

Also on instagram - #ropeworksantiques

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A Victorian high-back sofa upholstered in dark navy blue velvet with winged sides, rolled arms, and turned wooden legs on brass castors.
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Archive I A Victorian high-back sofa upholstered in dark navy blue velvet with winged sides, rolled arms, and turned wooden legs on brass castors.

Victorian sofa

Archive II A Victorian high-back sofa upholstered in dark navy blue velvet with winged sides, rolled arms, and turned wooden legs on brass castors. View II
Archive III A Victorian high-back sofa upholstered in dark navy blue velvet with winged sides, rolled arms, and turned wooden legs on brass castors. View III
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Ropeworks Antiques

Ropeworks Antiques
Telephone 07725 509949
Location
The Old Ropeworks
Kennet Place
Marlborough
SN8 1NG
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/ropeworksantiques
Verified Since Dec 2012
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Ropeworks Antiques
Ropeworks Antiques
Verified Since Dec 2012
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Location: The Old Ropeworks, Kennet Place , Marlborough, SN8 1NG, United Kingdom
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A Victorian high-back sofa upholstered in dark navy blue velvet with winged sides, rolled arms, and turned wooden legs on brass castors.
Victorian sofa
Ref: SA1054194
A Victorian high-back sofa upholstered in dark navy blue velvet with winged sides, rolled arms, and turned wooden legs on brass castors.
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A Victorian wingback sofa features a high vertical backrest with angled side wings originally designed to draft-proof seating, paired with deep cushioning, padded armrests, and turned wooden legs.

Victorian sofas are constructed with solid hardwood frames, typically oak, beech, or mahogany, incorporating hand-tied steel coil springs, natural hair stuffing, and heavy textile upholsteries such as velvet or damask.

Authentic pieces feature heavy hardwood timber frameworks, traditional brass castors fixed to turned legs, hand-stitched upholstery detailing, and evidence of hand-carved finishing on visible wooden elements.

Balance the heavy profile and rich texture by placing the sofa against neutral painted walls, pairing it with clean-lined timber accent tables, contemporary lighting, and minimalist brass accessories.

Vacuum the pile regularly using a soft brush attachment to remove dust, address liquid spills immediately with a dry absorbent cloth without rubbing, and professional dry clean when necessary.
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