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Large Mid Victorian Oak Open Arm Upholstered Barley Twist Armchair.
Rupert Hitchcox Antiques
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Large Mid Victorian Oak Open Arm Upholstered Barley Twist Armchair.

19th century
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Victorian upholstered armchair

Physical Dimensions
Height
110cm (43.31")
Width
70cm (27.56")
Depth
70cm (27.56")
Declaration

Rupert Hitchcox Antiques has dated this Victorian Barley Twist Armchair to the 1850s.

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SA1088717
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Description
Victorian upholstered armchair
Height
110cm (43.31")
Width
70cm (27.56")
Depth
70cm (27.56")
Date of Manufacture

Rupert Hitchcox Antiques has dated this Victorian Barley Twist Armchair to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1088717
Rupert Hitchcox Antiques
Rupert Hitchcox Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2012

Instagram @ruperthitchcoxantiques -- large and varied selection.

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A mid-Victorian carved oak open armchair featuring barley twist supports, an ornate carved cresting rail, beige damask fabric upholstery, and brass castors.
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Oxford
OX44 7RW
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A mid-Victorian carved oak open armchair featuring barley twist supports, an ornate carved cresting rail, beige damask fabric upholstery, and brass castors.
Large Mid Victorian oak open arm upholstered barley twist armchair.
Ref: SA1088717
A mid-Victorian carved oak open armchair featuring barley twist supports, an ornate carved cresting rail, beige damask fabric upholstery, and brass castors.
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Barley twist armchairs gained widespread popularity during the mid-to-late 19th century as part of the Jacobean and Gothic Revival movements. Cabinetmakers drew inspiration from 17th-century spiral-turned wood design, incorporating turned legs and uprights alongside ornate relief carving.

These armchairs are predominantly constructed from solid woods such as oak, walnut, or mahogany. The seats and backrests are upholstered using traditional coil springs, horsehair filling, and heavy decorative fabrics like damask, velvet, or tapestry.

Authentic period pieces feature hand-carved detailing, mortise and tenon joinery, and natural wear along the armrests and base. Look for original brass castors on the front legs and age-related patina on the oak finish.

Position the armchair as a focal point in a reading corner, library, or living room alongside contemporary neutral textiles to contrast the rich, dark oak wood. Pairing historic carved furniture with minimalist decor highlights its architectural silhouette.

Apply a high-quality beeswax polish to the oak frame annually to nourish the wood and preserve the patination. Upholstered sections should be vacuumed gently using a soft brush attachment, avoiding harsh chemical cleaners.
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