What defines a Victorian settee?

A Victorian settee is a fully upholstered seating piece designed for two or more people, popularised during the 19th century. These pieces feature timber frames, button-tufted backrests, and carved legs set on castors.

What materials were traditionally used in Victorian settee construction?

Traditional Victorian settees were typically crafted using dense hardwoods such as mahogany, rosewood, or walnut for the frame. Internal construction utilised steel coil springs, jute webbing, and natural fillings, upholstered in damask, velvet, or wool fabrics.

How can authentic 19th-century Victorian settees be identified?

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-carved decorative motifs, hand-stitched upholstery under-layers, and original brass or ceramic castors attached to the legs. Frame joinery typically shows traditional mortise and tenon construction with age-appropriate surface finish.

How can a Victorian settee be integrated into a modern interior?

A Victorian settee can serve as a focal seating element in a hallway, bedroom, or living area when paired with contemporary lighting and minimalist tables. Reupholstering in a modern textured fabric or neutral tone bridges historical framing with present-day decor.

How should a mahogany and fabric Victorian settee be maintained?

Timber elements should be dusted regularly with a soft cloth and waxed periodically with neutral beeswax, keeping the piece away from direct sunlight and radiators. Fabric upholstery requires light vacuuming with a soft brush attachment and immediate spot cleaning of spills.

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Antique 19th Century Victorian Settee in Mahogany

Name: Antique 19th Century Victorian Settee in Mahogany
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1226342
Price: 685 GBP
Availability: InStock

19th century

For Sale by ActFurniture LTD

Description

Antique 19th century Victorian settee in mahogany, a beautifully proportioned example of period furniture, very well made and of good quality.

Its desirable compact size makes it an ideal choice for a wide range of interiors, offering both elegance and practicality without occupying excessive space.

The settee features a classic button-back design, providing comfort while enhancing its timeless Victorian character.

It stands on graceful cabriole legs with beautifully carved knees and retains its original porcelain castors, all of which reflect the quality craftsmanship and attention to detail of the period.

The mahogany frame displays a rich, warm colour with attractive grain throughout, perfectly complementing the elegant grey upholstery. The combination of refined proportions, quality materials and original features makes this a particularly desirable and increasingly hard-to-find example.

Presented in good condition, this charming Victorian settee is a rare find that effortlessly combines comfort, style and craftsmanship.

It would make a beautiful addition to a hallway, living room, bedroom or reception area and is sure to become a standout feature in any home.

Product Reference : AF - 6080

Measurements : 134cm Width x 74cm Depth x 84cm Height [ 39cm Seat Height ]

All our products are available for viewing at our stockroom based in Malvern strictly by appointment only.

Every order is professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to dispatch or collection.

Please feel free to get in contact with us regarding any queries you might have relating to a specific piece or if you’d like to arrange a visit and I aim to respond as quickly as possible.

Prior to making a purchase, it is important that you please contact us to confirm the piece is still available. We endeavour to keep our stock details up to date, but due to our fast stock turnover there maybe occasions where an item has been sold but it has not yet been updated online.

Delivery ( £65 ) :

All our pieces are professionally wrapped in black plastic and sent though a trusted private courier which we can organise upon your request.

The delivery service consists of a two man team with a delivery timeframe of 3 - 15 working days from the date payment has been received. Please contact us to discuss any specific requirements and we will do our upmost to accommodate these, although no guarantees can be given.

The courier will be in contact with you directly with details of exact delivery date and approximate time of arrival.

We currently cover all of the UK Mainlands including most of Scotland.

Scotland -

Delivery cost and timeframe to Scotland and Scottish Highlands will vary regarding on the location and number of orders we have in the area so please get in contact for a direct quote.

Collection ( FREE ) :

Pieces can be collected from WR6 5JE free of charge strictly by appointment only. Please contact us to arrange this.

All goods will be professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to your arrival.

Many thanks and if you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact us and one of our team will respond as quickly as possible.

Physical Dimensions

Height

84cm (33.07")

Width

134cm (52.76")

Depth

74cm (29.13")

Declaration

ActFurniture LTD has dated this Victorian Mahogany Settee to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1226342

Dealers Internal Reference

AF-6080

Description

Antique 19th century Victorian settee in mahogany, a beautifully proportioned example of period furniture, very well made and of good quality.

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Its desirable compact size makes it an ideal choice for a wide range of interiors, offering both elegance and practicality without occupying excessive space.

ActFurniture LTD

fig 1. A 19th-century Victorian settee upholstered in sage green patterned damask with button-tufting and carved dark mahogany legs on ceramic castors. — fig 1. Antique 19th Century Victorian Settee in Mahogany

The settee features a classic button-back design, providing comfort while enhancing its timeless Victorian character.

It stands on graceful cabriole legs with beautifully carved knees and retains its original porcelain castors, all of which reflect the quality craftsmanship and attention to detail of the period.

fig 2. A 19th-century Victorian settee upholstered in sage green patterned damask with button-tufting and carved dark mahogany legs on ceramic castors. — fig 2. Antique 19th Century Victorian Settee in Mahogany

The mahogany frame displays a rich, warm colour with attractive grain throughout, perfectly complementing the elegant grey upholstery. The combination of refined proportions, quality materials and original features makes this a particularly desirable and increasingly hard-to-find example.

fig 3. A 19th-century Victorian settee upholstered in sage green patterned damask with button-tufting and carved dark mahogany legs on ceramic castors. — fig 3. Antique 19th Century Victorian Settee in Mahogany

Presented in good condition, this charming Victorian settee is a rare find that effortlessly combines comfort, style and craftsmanship.

It would make a beautiful addition to a hallway, living room, bedroom or reception area and is sure to become a standout feature in any home.

fig 4. A 19th-century Victorian settee upholstered in sage green patterned damask with button-tufting and carved dark mahogany legs on ceramic castors. — fig 4. Antique 19th Century Victorian Settee in Mahogany

Product Reference : AF - 6080

Measurements : 134cm Width x 74cm Depth x 84cm Height [ 39cm Seat Height ]

All our products are available for viewing at our stockroom based in Malvern strictly by appointment only.

fig 5. A 19th-century Victorian settee upholstered in sage green patterned damask with button-tufting and carved dark mahogany legs on ceramic castors. — fig 5. Antique 19th Century Victorian Settee in Mahogany

Every order is professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to dispatch or collection.

Please feel free to get in contact with us regarding any queries you might have relating to a specific piece or if you’d like to arrange a visit and I aim to respond as quickly as possible.

fig 6. A 19th-century Victorian settee upholstered in sage green patterned damask with button-tufting and carved dark mahogany legs on ceramic castors. — fig 6. Antique 19th Century Victorian Settee in Mahogany

Prior to making a purchase, it is important that you please contact us to confirm the piece is still available. We endeavour to keep our stock details up to date, but due to our fast stock turnover there maybe occasions where an item has been sold but it has not yet been updated online.

fig 7. A 19th-century Victorian settee upholstered in sage green patterned damask with button-tufting and carved dark mahogany legs on ceramic castors. — fig 7. Antique 19th Century Victorian Settee in Mahogany

Delivery ( £65 ) :

All our pieces are professionally wrapped in black plastic and sent though a trusted private courier which we can organise upon your request.

The delivery service consists of a two man team with a delivery timeframe of 3 - 15 working days from the date payment has been received. Please contact us to discuss any specific requirements and we will do our upmost to accommodate these, although no guarantees can be given.

fig 8. A 19th-century Victorian settee upholstered in sage green patterned damask with button-tufting and carved dark mahogany legs on ceramic castors. — fig 8. Antique 19th Century Victorian Settee in Mahogany

The courier will be in contact with you directly with details of exact delivery date and approximate time of arrival.

We currently cover all of the UK Mainlands including most of Scotland.

Scotland -

Delivery cost and timeframe to Scotland and Scottish Highlands will vary regarding on the location and number of orders we have in the area so please get in contact for a direct quote.