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Superb Victorian Button Back Easy Chair
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Superb Victorian Button Back Easy Chair

19th century
Sold 10 December 2024 · Sturmans Antiques
This “Superb Victorian Button Back Easy Chair” found a buyer.

It was listed by Sturmans Antiques. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

Description

A superb quality Victorian buttoned back easy chair in the manner of Howard Bros, reupholstered to a high standard in Abraham Moon pure wool fabric c.1880. The substantial and well shaped frame with rolled over deep buttoned back and matching rolled over arms. The deep and generous sprung seat with rounded front edge and apron below, swept lower edge to the sides. Sat on turned mahogany legs with splayed back legs, brass and porcelain castors below. The original horse hair upholstery fully reupholstered to a high standard in Abraham Moon pure wool 'Melton pebble- earth' oatmeal coloured fabric with piped edges. Very comfortable and useable, presented in immaculate newly upholstered condition. Keep up to date via Instagram - sturmansantiques. Measures 32" wide x 37" deep x 35" high to top of chair back x 15" seat height.

Please contact us with your postcode to obtain a quote for delivery of this item.

Physical Dimensions
Height
89cm (35.04")
Width
81.5cm (32.09")
Depth
94cm (37.01")
Declaration

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Victorian Button Back Armchair to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1094026
Dealers Internal Reference
Stock number CS216
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Description
A superb quality Victorian buttoned back easy chair in the manner of Howard Bros, reupholstered to a high standard in Abraham Moon pure wool fabric c.1880.
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The substantial and well shaped frame with rolled over deep buttoned back and matching rolled over arms.
Sturmans Antiques

The deep and generous sprung seat with rounded front edge and apron below, swept lower edge to the sides. Sat on turned mahogany legs with splayed back legs, brass and porcelain castors below. The original horse hair upholstery fully reupholstered to a high standard in Abraham Moon pure wool 'Melton pebble- earth' oatmeal coloured fabric with piped edges. Very comfortable and useable, presented in immaculate newly upholstered condition. Keep up to date via Instagram - sturmansantiques. Measures 32" wide x 37" deep x 35" high to top of chair back x 15" seat height.

Please contact us with your postcode to obtain a quote for delivery of this item.

Height
89cm (35.04")
Width
81.5cm (32.09")
Depth
94cm (37.01")
Date of Manufacture

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Victorian Button Back Armchair to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1094026
Dealers Internal Ref
Stock number CS216
Sturmans Antiques
Sturmans Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2012

Specialists in antique walnut & oak furniture, upholstered chairs, globes, boxes & tantaluses, clocks & barometers, old moorcroft & silver

Dealer Profile

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Trade Associations

Sturmans Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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An antique Victorian armchair upholstered in cream linen with deep button tufting and dark turned wooden legs.
Superb Victorian Button Back Easy Chair
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An antique Victorian armchair upholstered in cream linen with deep button tufting and dark turned wooden legs.
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  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Linen, Horsehair
  • ColourCream
  • MotifsButton tufting, Turned wooden legs, Scrolled arms
  • SizeH 89 cm (35 in) x W 81.5 cm (32 in) x D 94 cm (37 in)

Victorian armchairs from the 19th century typically feature deep tufted buttoning, sprung upholstery for comfort, scrolled arms, and turned wooden legs often fitted with castors.

Authentic pieces generally utilize sturdy hardwoods such as mahogany, walnut, or beech for the internal frames and legs, combined with horsehair stuffing, coil springs, and durable wool or cotton textiles.

Identification relies on examining the frame construction for traditional joinery, hand-tied coil springs, period-appropriate textile weaves, and signs of age such as hand-turned wood patination and oxidisation on metal fixings.

Pairing a traditional button-back armchair with contemporary minimalist furnishings creates a balanced aesthetic, allowing the historical craftsmanship to act as a focal point within a neutral colour palette.

Preservation requires regular gentle vacuuming with a low-suction attachment, keeping the piece away from direct sunlight to prevent textile fading, and treating wooden components with appropriate nourishing wax.
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