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Antique Padouk Wood Armchair.
For sale by Stalham Antique Gallery
for sale €644     $699
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Stalham Antique Gallery

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Antique Padouk Wood Armchair.

19th century
Description

Antique padouk wood armchair.

Very solid frame and with a vintage covering.

Good condition.

Circa 1870

Physical Dimensions
Height
109cm (42.91")
Width
69cm (27.17")
Depth
59cm (23.23")
Declaration

Stalham Antique Gallery has dated this Antique Padouk Open Armchair to the 19th Century.

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SA1053388
Dealers Internal Reference
1288
Description
Antique padouk wood armchair.

Very solid frame and with a vintage covering.

Good condition.

Circa 1870

Height
109cm (42.91")
Width
69cm (27.17")
Depth
59cm (23.23")
Date of Manufacture

Stalham Antique Gallery has dated this Antique Padouk Open Armchair to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1053388
Dealers Internal Ref
1288
Stalham Antique Gallery
Stalham Antique Gallery
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2016

“i don’t collect things because they are valuable, but because they are interesting, beautiful and have a history.”

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An upholstered open armchair featuring carved dark padouk wood arms and legs with patterned beige velvet fabric.
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Archive I An upholstered open armchair featuring carved dark padouk wood arms and legs with patterned beige velvet fabric.

Antique Padouk Wood Armchair.

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Stalham Antique Gallery

Stalham Antique Gallery
Telephone 01692 580636
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29 High Street
Stalham
Norfolk
NR12 9AH
United Kingdom
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An upholstered open armchair featuring carved dark padouk wood arms and legs with patterned beige velvet fabric.
Antique padouk wood armchair.
Ref: SA1053388
An upholstered open armchair featuring carved dark padouk wood arms and legs with patterned beige velvet fabric.
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  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleAnglo-Indian Baroque
  • MaterialPadouk, Velvet, Textile
  • ColourDark Brown, Beige
  • MotifsAcanthus leaf arms, Scroll terminals, Shaped stretcher, Block legs
  • SizeH 109 cm (43 in) x W 69 cm (27 in) x D 59 cm (23 in)

An antique armchair from the nineteenth century, executed in the Anglo-Indian Baroque style, provides a substantial seating option for a gentleman's library or study. The frame is constructed from dark brown padouk wood, demonstrating a solid build with visible wood grain and a vintage covering. Upholstered in a patterned beige velvet textile featuring an ornate damask motif, the piece presents a classic combination of textures. Elaborate carved acanthus leaf details adorn the curved armrests, which terminate in carved scrolls above block legs connected by a shaped stretcher. Measuring 109 cm high, 69 cm wide, and 59 cm deep, this seating option offers comfortable proportions for daily use. The vintage fabric shows signs of gentle wear consistent with age, while the wooden frame remains sturdy and well-preserved. In a contemporary interior, this armchair serves as an imposing desk chair or a fireside reading seat, bringing historical character and rich tactile contrast to a traditional living space, study, or executive office.

FAQs

Padouk wood armchairs originate from the 17th and 18th centuries, frequently produced in East Asia and India for export to European markets. Characterised by dense, reddish-brown timber and intricate hand-carvings, these chairs combine Western furniture silhouettes with regional craftsmanship.

These chairs are constructed using solid padouk timber, known for its density and stability, assembled with traditional mortise and tenon joinery. Upholstered elements feature woven textiles, damask, or velvet fixed over webbed or padded wooden frames.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-carved details such as acanthus leaf scrollwork, shaped stretchers, and peg joinery visible at structural joints. The wood displays a distinct close grain with natural oxidisation, shifting from rich crimson-brown to deeper timber tones over time.

Position the armchair as a standalone accent piece alongside neutral contemporary furnishings to highlight its carved timber structure. Pairing rich dark wood tones with minimalist decor creates a balanced focal point in a living room or study.

Maintain the timber by dusting regularly with a soft cloth and applying beeswax annually to protect the finish. Keep the chair away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent the fabric from fading and the timber from cracking.
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