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19th Century Holland & Sons Sofa
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19th Century Holland & Sons Sofa

19th century
Sold 6 October 2025 · Desired Effect Antiques Ltd
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Description

A superb mid 19th century sofa by Holland and Sons - London c1850. The Shapely walnut frame raised on thick and turned reeded walnut front with outward splayed rear legs. Both back legs stamped with the makers mark and one leg with the journeyman's name 'C CULVER'. All legs retain the original brass casters.

Structurally in good solid order and retaining the original buttoned back and arm upholstery. The seat also retains the original fillings that have been reworked previously with new hessian.

As with all our upholstered seating we do offer upholstery should you wish.

38cm seat height

Physical Dimensions
Height
81cm (31.89")
Width
190cm (74.80")
Depth
80cm (31.50")
Declaration

Desired Effect Antiques Ltd has dated this Victorian Button Back Sofa to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1154085
Dealers Internal Reference
1594
Description
A superb mid 19th century sofa by Holland and Sons - London c1850.
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The Shapely walnut frame raised on thick and turned reeded walnut front with outward splayed rear legs.
Desired Effect Antiques Ltd

Both back legs stamped with the makers mark and one leg with the journeyman's name 'C CULVER'. All legs retain the original brass casters.

fig 1. A nineteenth-century Victorian sofa with exposed wooden framing, scroll arms, and exposed hessian upholstery.
fig 1. 19th Century Holland & Sons Sofa

Structurally in good solid order and retaining the original buttoned back and arm upholstery. The seat also retains the original fillings that have been reworked previously with new hessian.

As with all our upholstered seating we do offer upholstery should you wish.

38cm seat height

Height
81cm (31.89")
Width
190cm (74.80")
Depth
80cm (31.50")
Date of Manufacture

Desired Effect Antiques Ltd has dated this Victorian Button Back Sofa to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1154085
Dealers Internal Ref
1594
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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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Desired Effect Antiques Ltd Profile Page

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19th Century Holland & Sons Sofa

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Desired Effect Antiques Ltd

Desired Effect Antiques Ltd
Telephone 07926 880796
Location
Carlinghow mills
West Yorkshire
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/desiredeffectltd
Verified Since Jun 2023
Items For Sale 186
Items Sold 750
Desired Effect Antiques Ltd
Desired Effect Antiques Ltd
Verified Since Jun 2023
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Location: Carlinghow mills, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom
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A nineteenth-century Victorian sofa with exposed wooden framing, scroll arms, and exposed hessian upholstery.
19th Century Holland & Sons Sofa
Ref: SA1154085
A nineteenth-century Victorian sofa with exposed wooden framing, scroll arms, and exposed hessian upholstery.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectSofas
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Upholstery webbing, Hessian, Brass castors
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsDeep button tufting, Scroll arms, Turned wooden legs, Brass castors
  • SizeH 81 cm (32 in) x W 190 cm (75 in) x D 80 cm (31 in)

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Victorian upholstery is characterised by robust construction, deep button-tufting, elaborate carved woodwork, and scroll arms designed for formal drawing rooms.

These pieces typically feature a hardwood frame made of mahogany or walnut, supported by coil springs, horsehair stuffing, and traditional Hessian backing.

Authentic pieces often feature makers stamps on the wooden frame or brass castors, alongside hand-tied spring systems and period-accurate joinery techniques.

Pair the piece with minimalist modern lighting and neutral walls to create a striking contrast between historical craftsmanship and clean, contemporary lines.

Keep the piece away from direct sunlight to prevent fabric degradation, use specialist vacuum attachments for dust removal, and consult professional conservators for repairs.
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