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Captains Leather & Mahogany Desk / Tub Chair Armchair C1890 (Victorian)
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Captains Leather & Mahogany Desk / Tub Chair Armchair C1890 (Victorian)

19th century
Sold 16 October 2024 · Leeds Antiques
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Description

A late C19th, mahogany, deep button hand-dyed leather hide Captains desk or tub armchair, from Victorian period. This armchair with deep button continuous back, upholstered in hand-dyed green/brown coloured leather hide, finished with nailed antique brass tack trim. Raised on ring turned front legs on brass cup castors, and splayed rear legs with brass castors.

A beautiful Captains armchair, ideal for desk or in a study. Traditionally reupholstered and in excellent condition.

A superb and stunning chair.

Dimensions:

This armchair measures approximately 64.5 cm (25.25") tall, 62.5 cm (24.5") wide, and 66 cm (26") deep. The seat height is approximately 46.5 cm (18.25").

Condition:

Please see the pictures for details of the items condition. - This armchair is in a very good condition commensurate with its age, and is structurally very sound and sturdy. Recently reupholstered in the traditional method. The leather is hand-dyed and as such shows all the character, natural marks and blemishes on the hide. Minor marks, blemishes on the legs, but with good colour polish and patina. Very serviceable and ready to use. - As with all vintage & antique furniture there will be signs of use, marks, wear & tear, etc.

Physical Dimensions
Height
64.5cm (25.39")
Width
62.5cm (24.61")
Depth
66cm (25.98")
Declaration

Leeds Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Captains Chair to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1089477
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Description
A late C19th, mahogany, deep button hand-dyed leather hide Captains desk or tub armchair, from Victorian period.
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This armchair with deep button continuous back, upholstered in hand-dyed green/brown coloured leather hide, finished with nailed antique brass tack trim.
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Raised on ring turned front legs on brass cup castors, and splayed rear legs with brass castors.

fig 1. An antique Victorian captains chair featuring a button-tufted brown leather curved backrest, turned mahogany front legs with brass castors, and brass nailhead trim.
fig 1. Captains Leather & Mahogany Desk / Tub Chair Armchair C1890 (Victorian)

A beautiful Captains armchair, ideal for desk or in a study. Traditionally reupholstered and in excellent condition.

A superb and stunning chair.

Dimensions:

This armchair measures approximately 64.5 cm (25.25") tall, 62.5 cm (24.5") wide, and 66 cm (26") deep. The seat height is approximately 46.5 cm (18.25").

fig 2. An antique Victorian captains chair featuring a button-tufted brown leather curved backrest, turned mahogany front legs with brass castors, and brass nailhead trim.
fig 2. Captains Leather & Mahogany Desk / Tub Chair Armchair C1890 (Victorian)

Condition:

Please see the pictures for details of the items condition. - This armchair is in a very good condition commensurate with its age, and is structurally very sound and sturdy. Recently reupholstered in the traditional method. The leather is hand-dyed and as such shows all the character, natural marks and blemishes on the hide. Minor marks, blemishes on the legs, but with good colour polish and patina. Very serviceable and ready to use. - As with all vintage & antique furniture there will be signs of use, marks, wear & tear, etc.

Height
64.5cm (25.39")
Width
62.5cm (24.61")
Depth
66cm (25.98")
Date of Manufacture

Leeds Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Captains Chair to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1089477
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Archive I An antique Victorian captains chair featuring a button-tufted brown leather curved backrest, turned mahogany front legs with brass castors, and brass nailhead trim. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Captains Leather & Mahogany Desk / Tub Chair Armchair C1890 (Victorian)

Archive II An antique Victorian captains chair featuring a button-tufted brown leather curved backrest, turned mahogany front legs with brass castors, and brass nailhead trim. View II
Archive III An antique Victorian captains chair featuring a button-tufted brown leather curved backrest, turned mahogany front legs with brass castors, and brass nailhead trim. View III
Archive IV An antique Victorian captains chair featuring a button-tufted brown leather curved backrest, turned mahogany front legs with brass castors, and brass nailhead trim. View IV
Archive V An antique Victorian captains chair featuring a button-tufted brown leather curved backrest, turned mahogany front legs with brass castors, and brass nailhead trim. View V
Archive VI An antique Victorian captains chair featuring a button-tufted brown leather curved backrest, turned mahogany front legs with brass castors, and brass nailhead trim. View VI
Archive VII An antique Victorian captains chair featuring a button-tufted brown leather curved backrest, turned mahogany front legs with brass castors, and brass nailhead trim. View VII
Archive VIII An antique Victorian captains chair featuring a button-tufted brown leather curved backrest, turned mahogany front legs with brass castors, and brass nailhead trim. View VIII
Archive IX An antique Victorian captains chair featuring a button-tufted brown leather curved backrest, turned mahogany front legs with brass castors, and brass nailhead trim. View IX
Archive X An antique Victorian captains chair featuring a button-tufted brown leather curved backrest, turned mahogany front legs with brass castors, and brass nailhead trim. View X
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An antique Victorian captains chair featuring a button-tufted brown leather curved backrest, turned mahogany front legs with brass castors, and brass nailhead trim.
Captains Leather & Mahogany Desk / Tub Chair Armchair C1890 (Victorian)
Ref: SA1089477
An antique Victorian captains chair featuring a button-tufted brown leather curved backrest, turned mahogany front legs with brass castors, and brass nailhead trim.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Leather, Brass
  • ColourBrown
  • MotifsButton tufting, Turned legs, Brass castors, Studded trim
  • SizeH 64.5 cm (25 in) x W 62.5 cm (25 in) x D 66 cm (26 in)

FAQs

A Victorian captains chair is a low-backed, upholstered armchair traditionally used in studies, offices, or ships cabins, characterised by a curved backrest and robust construction.

These chairs were typically built using dense hardwoods such as mahogany or walnut, upholstered in full-grain leather, and finished with brass tack detailing and ceramic or metal castors.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-stitched details, individual brass studding rather than strip alternatives, traditional joinery methods, and natural patina consistent with age and use on the timber and leather.

Pair the chair with a minimalist modern writing desk to create a striking contrast between clean contemporary lines and rich historical textures, or integrate it into a traditional study.

Clean leather periodically with a specialised saddle soap or leather conditioner to prevent drying, and polish the mahogany framework using a traditional beeswax to maintain the timbers natural lustre.
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