Sold 26 May 2025 · Desired Effect Antiques Ltd

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Description

A 19th century spoon back armchair by London maker - T. H. Filmer & Sons. Raised on a walnut base and its original white ceramic casters. Complete with its original adjustable footstool.

For upholstery

145cm extended

Date of Manufacture

Desired Effect Antiques Ltd has dated this Victorian Adjustable Armchair to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions

Height

96cm (37.80")

Width

80cm (31.50")

Depth

98cm (38.58")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1074358

Dealers Internal Reference

473

Description

A 19th century spoon back armchair by London maker - T. H. Filmer & Sons. Raised on a walnut base and its original white ceramic casters. Complete with its original adjustable footstool.

For upholstery

145cm extended

Date of Manufacture

Desired Effect Antiques Ltd has dated this Victorian Adjustable Armchair to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions

Height

96cm (37.80")

Width

80cm (31.50")

Depth

98cm (38.58")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1074358

Dealers Internal Ref

473

About the Dealer

Desired Effect Antiques Ltd

Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2023

We deal in a range of pieces such as tables, storage and seating, ranging from the 18th through to the mid 20th century.

Dealer Profile

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Desired Effect Antiques Ltd

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Carlinghow mills
West Yorkshire
United Kingdom

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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectArmchairs
Period19th century
StyleVictorian
MaterialMahogany, Hessian, Brass
ColourBrown
MotifsExposed hessian, Adjustable mechanism, Turned legs, Castors
SizeH 96 cm (38 in) x W 80 cm (31 in) x D 98 cm (39 in)

FAQs

Victorian adjustable chairs, often featuring mechanical mechanisms developed in the 19th century, were designed to offer customisable comfort for lounging and invalid use, reflecting the eras focus on domestic ergonomics.

These pieces typically feature a sturdy hardwood frame, such as mahogany or walnut, combined with traditional spring-loaded upholstery, hessian webbing, and castors for mobility.

Authenticity is identified through period-appropriate joinery, makers stamps or patent marks on the wooden frame or brass mechanisms, and traditional hand-stitched internal components like horsehair and hessian.

An exposed frame or un-upholstered piece can serve as a striking sculptural element in a study or living room, highlighting industrial or historical textures before final reupholstery.

Maintain the wood by applying microcrystalline wax periodically to protect the patina, and keep the piece away from direct sunlight and fluctuating humidity to prevent cracking.