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Antique Victorian Leather and Mahogany Swivel Desk Chair
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Antique Victorian Leather and Mahogany Swivel Desk Chair

19th century
Sold 22 May 2025 · Marylebone Antiques
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A smart and very well made antique Victorian leather and mahogany swivel desk chair. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1880-1900 period.

The quality is superb, this is a lovely size and is very comfortable. The green leather has a gorgeous colour tone and compliments the mahogany frame very well.

We have had the mahogany re-polished, the leather has been hand coloured and revived by our leather restorer. The condition is excellent for its age.

Width – 25 inches , 63 cm

Depth – 28 inches , 71 cm

Height – 38 inches , 96 cm

Seat height – 18 inches , 46 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
96cm (37.80")
Width
63cm (24.80")
Depth
71cm (27.95")
Declaration

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Victorian Swivel Desk Chair to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1103206
Dealers Internal Reference
9303
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Description
A smart and very well made antique Victorian leather and mahogany swivel desk chair. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1880-1900 period.

The quality is superb, this is a lovely size and is very comfortable. The green leather has a gorgeous colour tone and compliments the mahogany frame very well.

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We have had the mahogany re-polished, the leather has been hand coloured and revived by our leather restorer.
Marylebone Antiques

The condition is excellent for its age.

Width – 25 inches , 63 cm

Depth – 28 inches , 71 cm

Height – 38 inches , 96 cm

Seat height – 18 inches , 46 cm

Height
96cm (37.80")
Width
63cm (24.80")
Depth
71cm (27.95")
Date of Manufacture

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Victorian Swivel Desk Chair to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1103206
Dealers Internal Ref
9303
Marylebone Antiques
Marylebone Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2012

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

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An antique Victorian mahogany swivel desk chair featuring dark green leather upholstery, curved arms, and a four-legged splayed base.
Antique Victorian Leather and Mahogany Swivel Desk Chair
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An antique Victorian mahogany swivel desk chair featuring dark green leather upholstery, curved arms, and a four-legged splayed base.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesk Chairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Leather, Brass
  • ColourDark Green
  • MotifsButton detailing, Curved armrests, Splayed legs, Swivel mechanism
  • SizeH 96 cm (38 in) x W 63 cm (25 in) x D 71 cm (28 in)

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Victorian office seating typically features dark hardwoods like mahogany or walnut, often paired with button-tufted or plain leather upholstery, combining formal elegance with ergonomic functionality for the study.

These chairs were traditionally constructed using solid hardwoods such as mahogany, oak, or walnut for the frame and base, genuine bovine leather for upholstery, and cast-iron mechanisms for the swivelling and tilting actions.

Authentic pieces exhibit period-appropriate joinery such as hand-cut dovetails or slotted screws, heavy cast-iron undercarriage mechanisms, natural patina on the wood and leather, and traditional horsehair or wool stuffing.

Pairing this traditional piece with a sleek, contemporary minimalist desk creates a balanced juxtaposition of textures, while placing it within a home office grounds the space with classic architectural gravity.

Maintain the wood with high-quality microcrystalline wax and nourish the leather periodically using specialised leather cream to prevent cracking, keeping the chair away from direct sunlight and artificial heat sources.
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