Victorian Bobbin Turned Armchair 19th Century

Name: 19th Century Country House Armchair
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1080172
Price: 1600 GBP
Availability: InStock

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Tetbury
GL8 8YL
United Kingdom

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A Victorian ebonised bobbin-turned armchair featuring beige woven fabric upholstery and brass castors.

19th Century Country House Armchair

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Bobbin turning, also known as spool turning, originated in the 17th century and saw a major revival during the mid-to-late Victorian period. Woodworkers created the distinct series of rounded knobs using a lathe, transforming functional wooden supports into decorative architectural elements for chairs and tables.

These armchairs were typically constructed using native hardwoods such as birch, beech, oak, or walnut, which were often ebonised or stained dark. Seats and arm pads were upholstered over horsehair and spring foundation layers, resting on brass castors for ease of movement.

Authentic period pieces display slight asymmetry in the turned wood due to hand-lathe production rather than modern machine uniform turning. Additionally, look for period-correct joinery at the frame intersections, original brass castor fittings, and genuine timber oxidation on exposed underside surfaces.

A bobbin chair functions well as an accent piece in living spaces, reading nooks, or bedrooms. Neutral upholstery allows the dark timber framework to contrast cleanly against minimalist contemporary backgrounds while retaining historical architectural interest.

Dust turned wood profiles using a soft, dry brush to clean within the crevices without scratching the finish. Treat timber surfaces with beeswax, avoid liquid cleaners on ebonised wood, and vacuum fabric components gently using an upholstery attachment.

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19th Century Country House Armchair

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