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Outstanding Antique Victorian Carved Mahogany Sofa
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Outstanding Antique Victorian Carved Mahogany Sofa

19th century
Description

Outstanding antique Victorian carved mahogany sofa with a beautifully expertly carved shaped back framed in mahogany which comes forward to a lovely carved shaped arms. It stands on attractively shaped cabriole legs to the front and out swept back legs with original castors.

A splendid example in the loveliest condition

We are able to offer a re-upholstery service on this sofa at a reasonable cost. We stock a selection of fabrics for you to choose from, alternatively you may wish to choose your own. Please contact us for further information.

Height : 100 cm

Width : 110 cm

Depth : 58.5 cm

Dated 1880

Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this Victorian Carved Mahogany Sofa to the 1880s.

Independent Date Check ID 09652714
Dealer's Item Date1880s
Sellingantiques Date1880s
Sellingantiques agingItem 130-155 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 1880s:
Ceramic wheels in brass casters: late nineteenth-century running gear.
Hand-carved foliate cresting and arm scrolls: cabinet maker's gouge work.
Splayed square-section rear legs: solid timber frame construction.
Softening to the carved high points: decades of dusting and handling.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Physical Dimensions
Height
100cm (39.37")
Width
110cm (43.31")
Depth
58.5cm (23.03")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1236102
Dealers Internal Reference
1531
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Description
Outstanding antique Victorian carved mahogany sofa with a beautifully expertly carved shaped back framed in mahogany which comes forward to a lovely carved shaped arms.
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It stands on attractively shaped cabriole legs to the front and out swept back legs with original castors.
London City Antiques
fig 1. Victorian carved mahogany sofa featuring a decorative crest rail, curved scroll arms, grey textured upholstery, and cabriole legs on brass castors.
fig 1. Outstanding Antique Victorian Carved Mahogany Sofa

A splendid example in the loveliest condition

We are able to offer a re-upholstery service on this sofa at a reasonable cost. We stock a selection of fabrics for you to choose from, alternatively you may wish to choose your own. Please contact us for further information.

Height : 100 cm

Width : 110 cm

Depth : 58.5 cm

Dated 1880

Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this Victorian Carved Mahogany Sofa to the 1880s.

Independent Date Report ID 09652714
Dealer's Item Date1880s
Sellingantiques dating1880s
Sellingantiques agingItem 130-155 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 1880s:
Ceramic wheels in brass casters: late nineteenth-century running gear.
Hand-carved foliate cresting and arm scrolls: cabinet maker's gouge work.
Splayed square-section rear legs: solid timber frame construction.
Softening to the carved high points: decades of dusting and handling.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
100cm (39.37")
Width
110cm (43.31")
Depth
58.5cm (23.03")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1236102
Dealers Internal Ref
1531
London City Antiques
London City Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2020

At london city antiques we specialise in fine english antiques

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Archive I Victorian carved mahogany sofa featuring a decorative crest rail, curved scroll arms, grey textured upholstery, and cabriole legs on brass castors.

Outstanding Antique Victorian Carved Mahogany Sofa

Archive II Victorian carved mahogany sofa featuring a decorative crest rail, curved scroll arms, grey textured upholstery, and cabriole legs on brass castors. View II
Archive III Victorian carved mahogany sofa featuring a decorative crest rail, curved scroll arms, grey textured upholstery, and cabriole legs on brass castors. View III
Archive IV Victorian carved mahogany sofa featuring a decorative crest rail, curved scroll arms, grey textured upholstery, and cabriole legs on brass castors. View IV
Archive V Victorian carved mahogany sofa featuring a decorative crest rail, curved scroll arms, grey textured upholstery, and cabriole legs on brass castors. View V
Archive VI Victorian carved mahogany sofa featuring a decorative crest rail, curved scroll arms, grey textured upholstery, and cabriole legs on brass castors. View VI
Archive VII Victorian carved mahogany sofa featuring a decorative crest rail, curved scroll arms, grey textured upholstery, and cabriole legs on brass castors. View VII
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Archive X Victorian carved mahogany sofa featuring a decorative crest rail, curved scroll arms, grey textured upholstery, and cabriole legs on brass castors. View X
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Archive XIV Victorian carved mahogany sofa featuring a decorative crest rail, curved scroll arms, grey textured upholstery, and cabriole legs on brass castors. View XIV
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Victorian carved mahogany sofa featuring a decorative crest rail, curved scroll arms, grey textured upholstery, and cabriole legs on brass castors.
Outstanding Antique Victorian Carved Mahogany Sofa
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  • ObjectSofas & Settees
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Fabric, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown, Silver Grey
  • MotifsCarved crest rail, cabriole legs, scroll arms, brass castors
  • SizeH 100 cm (39 in) x W 110 cm (43 in) x D 58.5 cm (23 in)

This Victorian sofa, dated 1880, takes the form of a carved mahogany two-seater settee in the Victorian style. The warm brown mahogany frame surrounds a shaped back with a carved crest rail and scroll arms that curve forward. The upholstery is a textured silver grey fabric covering the back and seat. Cabriole legs support the front, accompanied by outswept back legs fitted with brass castors. The sofa measures 100 cm high, 110 cm wide, and 58.5 cm deep. In a contemporary home, this antique settee suits a traditional drawing room, a reception space, or a formal hallway as a decorative seating option. The solid wood construction and neutral toned upholstery fit classic and transitional interior schemes alike. A buyer seeking period seating will find practical placement alongside a fireplace, under a window, or against a panelled wall.

FAQs

Victorian sofas from the mid-to-late nineteenth century are defined by dark, exposed timber frames, elaborate hand carvings, and curved silhouettes. Common design features include button-backed upholstery, cabriole or turned legs, scroll arms, and ornamental crest rails.

Frames were typically crafted from solid mahogany, walnut, or rosewood, prized for their strength and fine grain. Internal construction relied on traditional joinery, coil springs, horsehair padding, and natural fiber webbing covered in velvet, damask, or needlepoint fabrics.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-carved details with subtle variations, original brass or ceramic castors, and period-appropriate joinery such as hand-cut dovetails and mortise-and-tenon joints. Look for natural age patina on the timber and hand-stitching along the underside framework.

Pairing a dark mahogany frame with neutral, textured modern upholstery bridges the gap between classic and modern decor. Position the sofa alongside contemporary art, minimalist side tables, or sleek lighting to create a balanced, eclectic interior.

Dust the timber frame regularly with a soft cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish annually to nourish the wood. Vacuum upholstery gently using a soft brush attachment and position the piece away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent timber warping and fabric fading.
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