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Antique Victorian Steel and Leather Rocking Chair
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Antique Victorian Steel and Leather Rocking Chair

19th century
Sold 23 January 2025 · Marylebone Antiques
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Description

An iconic and beautiful design, this is an antique Victorian steel and leather rocking chair. It was made in England, it dates from around the 1880-1900 period.

The quality is outstanding, this is extremely comfortable and looks amazing from all angles. The steel frame has brass rivets and a slatted wooden base beneath the leather cushions. The back of the cushions are a canvass fabric.

We have had the leather revived and hand coloured, the frame shows some minor signs of surface wear and patina. Overall, the condition is excellent for its age, with no damage to be seen.

Width – 25 inches , 64 cm

Depth – 39 inches , 99 cm

Height – 42 inches , 106 cm

Seat height – 16 inches , 41 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
106cm (41.73")
Width
64cm (25.20")
Depth
99cm (38.98")
Declaration

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Victorian Steel Rocking Chair to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1080747
Dealers Internal Reference
8682
Dealers Notes

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Description
An iconic and beautiful design, this is an antique Victorian steel and leather rocking chair. It was made in England, it dates from around the 1880-1900 period.

The quality is outstanding, this is extremely comfortable and looks amazing from all angles. The steel frame has brass rivets and a slatted wooden base beneath the leather cushions. The back of the cushions are a canvass fabric.

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We have had the leather revived and hand coloured, the frame shows some minor signs of surface wear and patina.
Marylebone Antiques

Overall, the condition is excellent for its age, with no damage to be seen.

Width – 25 inches , 64 cm

Depth – 39 inches , 99 cm

Height – 42 inches , 106 cm

Seat height – 16 inches , 41 cm

Height
106cm (41.73")
Width
64cm (25.20")
Depth
99cm (38.98")
Date of Manufacture

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Victorian Steel Rocking Chair to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1080747
Dealers Internal Ref
8682
Marylebone Antiques
Marylebone Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2012

Specialist in english, french and swedish antique furniture & decorative items circa 1750-1950s.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Marylebone Antiques Profile Page

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Archive I A vintage Victorian rocking chair featuring a curved steel frame, dark brown button-tufted leather upholstery, and brass accents. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Victorian Steel and Leather Rocking Chair

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Marylebone Antiques
Telephone 0207 723 7415 or 07973 541308
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Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/churchstreetlondon
Verified Since Nov 2012
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A vintage Victorian rocking chair featuring a curved steel frame, dark brown button-tufted leather upholstery, and brass accents.
Antique Victorian Steel and Leather Rocking Chair
Ref: SA1080747
A vintage Victorian rocking chair featuring a curved steel frame, dark brown button-tufted leather upholstery, and brass accents.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialSteel, Leather, Brass
  • ColourBrown
  • MotifsButton tufting, Curved steel frame, Integrated armrests, Rocking rails
  • SizeH 106 cm (42 in) x W 64 cm (25 in) x D 99 cm (39 in)

FAQs

Victorian seating spans a period of industrial innovation and stylistic revival, often combining traditional upholstery techniques with newly accessible metal frameworks and utilitarian designs.

Pieces from this era frequently utilised forged or cast steel and iron combined with hand-stitched leather upholstery, horsehair or wool stuffing, and brass hardware.

Authenticity is identified through period-appropriate metallurgical methods, hand-hammered rivets, patinated steel surfaces, and traditional button-tufting techniques consistent with nineteenth-century manufacturing.

This type of seating serves as an industrial focal point and pairs well with minimalist contemporary rooms, moody libraries, or eclectic spaces by contrasting hard metal lines with soft textiles.

Protect the metal from moisture to prevent oxidisation and maintain the leather using professional-grade saddle soaps or leather balms to prevent cracking while keeping the piece away from direct sunlight.
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