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Antique Drawing Room Sofa, English, Large 2 Seat Settee, Show Frame, William IV
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Antique Drawing Room Sofa, English, Large 2 Seat Settee, Show Frame, William IV

19th century
Description

This is a large drawing room sofa. An English, mahogany two seat settee with show frame, dating to the William IV period, circa 1835.

Exquisite upholstery complements the striking display frame

Presents a desirable aged patina, benefiting from very careful use

Exceptional figuring to the frame, with warm caramel hues

Traditionally stuffed throughout, with an appreciable depth of cushioning

Recent professional upholstering of the first order, with quality silk cotton

Carved shell motif to the cresting rail, cascading in serpentine manner to the arms

Embroidered centrepiece to the back rest, with cherubs set within a foliate frieze

Broad, rolled arms with a sumptuous cushioned covering and accompanied with removable bolsters

Of generous size for three, but arranged as two cushions for superior comfort

Arresting carved shell supports, above Baroque relief presenting itself in scroll form

Unusual tubbed ends offer a fine view of the superb figuring

Lower apron scrolls its way to the centre, meeting in a final scallop shell form

Raised upon a pair of broad lion paw feet to the fore, with matching, shaped stile rears

This is an exquisite antique drawing room sofa, with beguiling upholstery atop a striking, finely crafted frame. Exceptionally good order a testament to the fine establishments it has inhabited. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 200cm (78.75'')

Max Depth: 81cm (32'')

Max Height: 100.5cm (39.5'')

Seat Width (with bolsters): 122.5cm (48.25'')

Seat Width (between arms): 151cm (59.5'')

Seat Depth: 56cm (22'')

Seat Height: 48.5cm (19'')

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Our Ref: 24547

Physical Dimensions
Height
100.5cm (39.57")
Width
200cm (78.74")
Depth
81cm (31.89")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this William IV Mahogany Settee to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1082623
Dealers Internal Reference
24547
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Description
This is a large drawing room sofa. An English, mahogany two seat settee with show frame, dating to the William IV period, circa 1835.

Exquisite upholstery complements the striking display frame

Presents a desirable aged patina, benefiting from very careful use

fig 1. A William IV carved mahogany settee featuring cream patterned damask upholstery, scroll arms, bolster cushions, and detailed paw feet.
fig 1. Antique Drawing Room Sofa, English, Large 2 Seat Settee, Show Frame, William IV

Exceptional figuring to the frame, with warm caramel hues

Traditionally stuffed throughout, with an appreciable depth of cushioning

Recent professional upholstering of the first order, with quality silk cotton

fig 2. A William IV carved mahogany settee featuring cream patterned damask upholstery, scroll arms, bolster cushions, and detailed paw feet.
fig 2. Antique Drawing Room Sofa, English, Large 2 Seat Settee, Show Frame, William IV

Carved shell motif to the cresting rail, cascading in serpentine manner to the arms

Embroidered centrepiece to the back rest, with cherubs set within a foliate frieze

Broad, rolled arms with a sumptuous cushioned covering and accompanied with removable bolsters

fig 3. A William IV carved mahogany settee featuring cream patterned damask upholstery, scroll arms, bolster cushions, and detailed paw feet.
fig 3. Antique Drawing Room Sofa, English, Large 2 Seat Settee, Show Frame, William IV

Of generous size for three, but arranged as two cushions for superior comfort

Arresting carved shell supports, above Baroque relief presenting itself in scroll form

Unusual tubbed ends offer a fine view of the superb figuring

fig 4. A William IV carved mahogany settee featuring cream patterned damask upholstery, scroll arms, bolster cushions, and detailed paw feet.
fig 4. Antique Drawing Room Sofa, English, Large 2 Seat Settee, Show Frame, William IV

Lower apron scrolls its way to the centre, meeting in a final scallop shell form

Raised upon a pair of broad lion paw feet to the fore, with matching, shaped stile rears

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This is an exquisite antique drawing room sofa, with beguiling upholstery atop a striking, finely crafted frame.
London Fine Antiques

Exceptionally good order a testament to the fine establishments it has inhabited. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

fig 5. A William IV carved mahogany settee featuring cream patterned damask upholstery, scroll arms, bolster cushions, and detailed paw feet.
fig 5. Antique Drawing Room Sofa, English, Large 2 Seat Settee, Show Frame, William IV

Dimensions:

Max Width: 200cm (78.75'')

Max Depth: 81cm (32'')

Max Height: 100.5cm (39.5'')

Seat Width (with bolsters): 122.5cm (48.25'')

Seat Width (between arms): 151cm (59.5'')

Seat Depth: 56cm (22'')

Seat Height: 48.5cm (19'')

fig 6. A William IV carved mahogany settee featuring cream patterned damask upholstery, scroll arms, bolster cushions, and detailed paw feet.
fig 6. Antique Drawing Room Sofa, English, Large 2 Seat Settee, Show Frame, William IV

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

We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.

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: 24547

Height
100.5cm (39.57")
Width
200cm (78.74")
Depth
81cm (31.89")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this William IV Mahogany Settee to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1082623
Dealers Internal Ref
24547
London Fine Antiques
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A William IV carved mahogany settee featuring cream patterned damask upholstery, scroll arms, bolster cushions, and detailed paw feet.
Antique Drawing Room Sofa, English, Large 2 Seat Settee, Show Frame, William IV
Ref: SA1082623
A William IV carved mahogany settee featuring cream patterned damask upholstery, scroll arms, bolster cushions, and detailed paw feet.
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  • ObjectSettees
  • Period19th century
  • StyleWilliam IV
  • MaterialMahogany, Fabric
  • ColourCream, Dark Brown
  • MotifsShow frame, Carved scroll arms, Paw feet, Bolster cushions
  • SizeH 100.5 cm (40 in) x W 200 cm (79 in) x D 81 cm (32 in)

This 19th-century English William IV drawing room sofa is a large two-seat settee with a show frame constructed from mahogany. The timber displays warm caramel hues and exceptional figuring, complemented by cream patterned damask silk cotton upholstery and removable bolster cushions. The piece incorporates a carved shell motif to the cresting rail, an embroidered centrepiece depicting cherubs within a foliate frieze on the backrest, broad rolled arms, and a lower apron centred with a scallop shell form. Further ornamentation includes arresting carved shell supports, Baroque relief in scroll form, and broad lion paw feet to the fore with matching shaped stile rears. Measuring 100.5 cm high, 200 cm wide, and 81 cm deep, the settee provides deep cushioning supported by traditional stuffing. It suits placement in a formal drawing room or a living space as a central seating option, combining traditional craftsmanship with period design elements suitable for daily use.

FAQs

William IV furniture, produced between 1830 and 1837, bridges Regency elegance and early Victorian styling. Settees from this period are defined by substantial mahogany frames, carved scrollwork, low profiles, and prominent show frames.

The structural frames were predominantly crafted from solid mahogany or rosewood, while interior padding relied on traditional horsehair and jute webbing. Outer upholstery typically featured woven silk damasks, brocades, or heavy cotton fabrics.

Authentic pieces feature hand-carved decorative elements such as acanthus leaves, scroll arms, and paw feet, along with period mortise-and-tenon joinery without modern wire nails or synthetic adhesives.

Positioning a carved mahogany settee as a focal point in a hallway or formal sitting area creates contrast against contemporary architecture, especially when complemented by minimalist lighting and neutral walls.

Keep the timber frame away from direct heat sources to prevent wood movement and cracking. Clean carved timber details with a soft bristle brush and vacuum the textile upholstery gently using a low-suction attachment.
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