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A Fine Pair of Antique Desk Chairs by George Bartholomew & Co.
Culvertons
for sale €2,194     $2,381
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A Fine Pair of Antique Desk Chairs by George Bartholomew & Co.

19th century
For Sale by Culvertons
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Pairs of antique desk chairs are scarce. We have known the whereabouts of this fine mahogany and walnut pair for the last thirty years and were delighted when we received an invitation to purchase them. As the original trade label states (see image), they were manufactured by George Bartholomew & Co. (1850 - 1882) based in Finsbury and Coleman Street in London. Antique furniture that carries a maker's name is often manufactured to a higher standard than unnamed pieces, this is definitely the case with these partner's desk chairs. Why partners? A partner's desk is double-sided and can accommodate two people (partners) working on it simultaneously, and to add to the symmetry yet further, a pair of desk chairs would have been also commissioned. However, over the ensuing years, the majority were separated, leaving few true pairs from this period. Now they have been sympathetically restored these rare survivors are ready to grace your office, study or library.

Physical Dimensions
Height
87cm (34.25")
Width
64cm (25.20")
Depth
61cm (24.02")
Declaration

Culvertons has dated these Victorian Swivel Desk Chairs to the 19th Century.

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SA1003589
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Pairs of antique desk chairs are scarce.
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We have known the whereabouts of this fine mahogany and walnut pair for the last thirty years and were delighted when we received an invitation to purchase them.
Culvertons

As the original trade label states (see image), they were manufactured by George Bartholomew & Co. (1850 - 1882) based in Finsbury and Coleman Street in London. Antique furniture that carries a maker's name is often manufactured to a higher standard than unnamed pieces, this is definitely the case with these partner's desk chairs. Why partners? A partner's desk is double-sided and can accommodate two people (partners) working on it simultaneously, and to add to the symmetry yet further, a pair of desk chairs would have been also commissioned. However, over the ensuing years, the majority were separated, leaving few true pairs from this period. Now they have been sympathetically restored these rare survivors are ready to grace your office, study or library.

Height
87cm (34.25")
Width
64cm (25.20")
Depth
61cm (24.02")
Date of Manufacture

Culvertons has dated these Victorian Swivel Desk Chairs to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1003589
Culvertons
Culvertons
Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2013
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A pair of Victorian mahogany swivel desk armchairs featuring curved crest rails, pierced spade splats, green upholstered seats with stud detailing, and splayed legs on castors.
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Archive I A pair of Victorian mahogany swivel desk armchairs featuring curved crest rails, pierced spade splats, green upholstered seats with stud detailing, and splayed legs on castors.

A Fine Pair of Antique Desk Chairs by George Bartholomew & Co.

Archive II A pair of Victorian mahogany swivel desk armchairs featuring curved crest rails, pierced spade splats, green upholstered seats with stud detailing, and splayed legs on castors. View II
Archive III A pair of Victorian mahogany swivel desk armchairs featuring curved crest rails, pierced spade splats, green upholstered seats with stud detailing, and splayed legs on castors. View III
Archive IV A pair of Victorian mahogany swivel desk armchairs featuring curved crest rails, pierced spade splats, green upholstered seats with stud detailing, and splayed legs on castors. View IV
Archive V A pair of Victorian mahogany swivel desk armchairs featuring curved crest rails, pierced spade splats, green upholstered seats with stud detailing, and splayed legs on castors. View V
Archive VI A pair of Victorian mahogany swivel desk armchairs featuring curved crest rails, pierced spade splats, green upholstered seats with stud detailing, and splayed legs on castors. View VI
Archive VII A pair of Victorian mahogany swivel desk armchairs featuring curved crest rails, pierced spade splats, green upholstered seats with stud detailing, and splayed legs on castors. View VII
Archive VIII A pair of Victorian mahogany swivel desk armchairs featuring curved crest rails, pierced spade splats, green upholstered seats with stud detailing, and splayed legs on castors. View VIII
Archive IX A pair of Victorian mahogany swivel desk armchairs featuring curved crest rails, pierced spade splats, green upholstered seats with stud detailing, and splayed legs on castors. View IX
Archive X A pair of Victorian mahogany swivel desk armchairs featuring curved crest rails, pierced spade splats, green upholstered seats with stud detailing, and splayed legs on castors. View X
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A pair of Victorian mahogany swivel desk armchairs featuring curved crest rails, pierced spade splats, green upholstered seats with stud detailing, and splayed legs on castors.
A fine pair of antique desk chairs by George Bartholomew & Co.
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A pair of Victorian mahogany swivel desk armchairs featuring curved crest rails, pierced spade splats, green upholstered seats with stud detailing, and splayed legs on castors.
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Victorian swivel desk chairs are revolving office armchairs developed in the mid-to-late nineteenth century to provide mobility and comfort in commercial and domestic studies. They typically feature curved timber crest rails, shaped armrests, central screw swivel mechanisms, and splayed legs mounted on brass castors.

High-quality Victorian desk seating was predominantly crafted from dense hardwoods such as mahogany, oak, or walnut. Internal revolving mechanisms relied on cast iron screws, while seats were cushioned and upholstered in leather, horsehair fabric, or velvet fastened with brass studding.

Authentic pieces often feature stamped makers marks or brass cabinetmaker badges beneath the seat frame, heavy cast iron swivel mechanisms, hand-cut dovetails or joinery, and natural patination or oxidisation on hardware and timber surfaces.

Position a pair of dark timber desk chairs alongside a minimalist modern desk or within a contemporary home library to create contrast. Complement the rich timber tones with neutral wall colours, brass lighting fixtures, and clean-lined architectural details.

Dust timber frames regularly with a soft cloth and apply a beeswax polish annually to protect the original finish. Keep cast iron revolving mechanisms operating smoothly with occasional light lubrication, and vacuum velvet upholstery gently using a soft brush attachment.
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