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19th Century Country House Sofa by Morison & Co - Edinburgh
Desired Effect Antiques Ltd
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19th Century Country House Sofa by Morison & Co - Edinburgh

19th century
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A 19th century country house sofa by renowned cabinet makers and upholsterers Morison & Co of Edinburgh Scotland

Structurally in good solid order with tight joints. The upholstery is sofa and worn and ideally needs a new fitted seat. The arms and the back can be reworked.

It retains its original under lining with the stamp "Morison & Co upholders Edinburgh". The finely carved legs and arms are evidence of its quality. There are two small labels underneath that read "property of Mary E Skellington"

Morison & Co were at the forefront of Scottish furniture making, they received an order to fit out the first class accommodation of the Mauretania. Examples of Morison & Co furniture grace the rooms of Lauriston castle in Edinburgh

45cm seat height

Physical Dimensions
Height
93cm (36.61")
Width
163cm (64.17")
Depth
80cm (31.50")
Declaration

Desired Effect Antiques Ltd has dated this Victorian Carved Mahogany Sofa to the 19th Century.

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SA1142988
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1526
Description
A 19th century country house sofa by renowned cabinet makers and upholsterers Morison & Co of Edinburgh Scotland

Structurally in good solid order with tight joints. The upholstery is sofa and worn and ideally needs a new fitted seat. The arms and the back can be reworked.

fig 1. A nineteenth-century Victorian mahogany sofa with carved cabriole legs, a serpentine front rail, and cream calico upholstery.
fig 1. 19th Century Country House Sofa by Morison & Co - Edinburgh

It retains its original under lining with the stamp "Morison & Co upholders Edinburgh". The finely carved legs and arms are evidence of its quality. There are two small labels underneath that read "property of Mary E Skellington"

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Morison & Co were at the forefront of Scottish furniture making, they received an order to fit out the first class accommodation of the Mauretania.
Desired Effect Antiques Ltd

Examples of Morison & Co furniture grace the rooms of Lauriston castle in Edinburgh

45cm seat height

Height
93cm (36.61")
Width
163cm (64.17")
Depth
80cm (31.50")
Date of Manufacture

Desired Effect Antiques Ltd has dated this Victorian Carved Mahogany Sofa to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1142988
Dealers Internal Ref
1526
Desired Effect Antiques Ltd
Desired Effect Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2023

We deal in a range of pieces such as tables, storage and seating, ranging from the 18th through to the mid 20th century.

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A nineteenth-century Victorian mahogany sofa with carved cabriole legs, a serpentine front rail, and cream calico upholstery.
19th Century Country House Sofa By Morison & Co - Edinburgh
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Country house sofas from the nineteenth century are characterised by substantial timber frames, generous seat depths, and hand-carved show-wood detailing. Designed for domestic interiors, they combine formal cabinetmaking techniques with comfortable, deep-sprung upholstery.

Victorian sofas were crafted using dense hardwoods such as mahogany or walnut for the exposed frame, combined with internal pine or beech rails. Upholstery layered natural materials including steel coil springs, jute webbing, hair padding, and cotton calico lining.

Authentic pieces feature hand-carved floral or leaf motifs on cabriole or turned legs, traditional joinery such as mortise and tenon joints, and occasional cabinetmaker stamp marks or castors on the leg bases.

Pairing a Victorian mahogany sofa with contemporary wall tones or modern art creates an engaging juxtaposition. Reupholstering the frame in textured linen, wool, or bold velvet bridges classical woodwork with modern decorative schemes.

Keep timber frames away from direct heat sources to prevent timber movement, and clean wood surfaces with a soft cloth and beeswax polish. Avoid harsh chemical cleaners that can damage original patinated finishes.
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