Victorian Walnut Sofa / Settee, Carved Frame and Button Back Upholstery, Circa 1850

Name: Victorian Walnut Sofa / Settee, Carved Frame and Button Back Upholstery, Circa 1850
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1168162
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

Sold by Surrey Antiques by Gary J Hall

Description

This beautiful antique Victorian sofa / settee with an ornately carved walnut frame and elegant button-back upholstery. The high, arched back is finished with intricate hand-carved detailing, while the deep-buttoned golden velvet fabric enhances its classic charm. The turned front legs are set on original castors, making it both practical and decorative. Its sweeping, scrolled arms and generous seat give it a refined yet comfortable presence.

The rear of the piece reveals traditional 19th-century craftsmanship, with original webbing, hand-tied buttons, and wooden peg construction, all indicative of its authenticity and period quality. The frame is sturdy, with a wonderful patina that only time can bring. While the fabric shows some signs of age, it remains presentable, and the sofa could be enjoyed as is or reupholstered to suit personal taste.

This sofa is perfect for those who appreciate Victorian design and period furniture. It would make a striking statement in a drawing room, study, or as an accent piece in a modern interior. A fine example of antique upholstery, it combines comfort, elegance, and history in one unique piece.

Height: 40 inches (101.5 cm)

Width: 78 inches (198 cm)

Depth: 36 inches (91.5 cm)

Seat Height: 15 inches (38 cm)

Physical Dimensions

Height

101.5cm (39.96")

Width

198cm (77.95")

Depth

91.5cm (36.02")

Declaration

Surrey Antiques by Gary J Hall has dated this piece to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1168162

Dealers Internal Reference

SA271

Dealers Notes

Surrey Antiques have been dealing in and restoring fine furniture since 1982. With over 35 years experience dealing in all types of antique furniture from early oak and walnut to Georgian mahogany and the more exotic timbers such as rosewood and satinwood.

Whilst we deal mostly with mahogany furniture of the Georgian period designed by some of the greatest furniture designers such as Chippendale, Sheraton, Hepplewhite and Adam we also have a very good in depth knowledge of all the main periods of English furniture design from early oak to Regency and Victorian.

Description

This beautiful antique Victorian sofa / settee with an ornately carved walnut frame and elegant button-back upholstery.

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The high, arched back is finished with intricate hand-carved detailing, while the deep-buttoned golden velvet fabric enhances its classic charm.

Surrey Antiques by Gary J Hall

The turned front legs are set on original castors, making it both practical and decorative. Its sweeping, scrolled arms and generous seat give it a refined yet comfortable presence.

fig 1. Victorian Walnut Sofa / Settee, Carved Frame and Button Back Upholstery, Circa 1850

The rear of the piece reveals traditional 19th-century craftsmanship, with original webbing, hand-tied buttons, and wooden peg construction, all indicative of its authenticity and period quality. The frame is sturdy, with a wonderful patina that only time can bring. While the fabric shows some signs of age, it remains presentable, and the sofa could be enjoyed as is or reupholstered to suit personal taste.

fig 2. Victorian Walnut Sofa / Settee, Carved Frame and Button Back Upholstery, Circa 1850

This sofa is perfect for those who appreciate Victorian design and period furniture. It would make a striking statement in a drawing room, study, or as an accent piece in a modern interior. A fine example of antique upholstery, it combines comfort, elegance, and history in one unique piece.

Height: 40 inches (101.5 cm)

Width: 78 inches (198 cm)

Depth: 36 inches (91.5 cm)

Seat Height: 15 inches (38 cm)