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Oak Swivel Chair

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Antique Early 20th Century Captain's Chair

1900 - 1920

For Sale by Penderyn Antiques

Description

A particularly charming antique swivel office oak armchair. The antique captain’s desk chair has a shaped back and arms, raised on turned spindle upright supports. It has a solid seat, raised on a swivel mechanism base, with four out-swept oak legs. A delightful example of a vintage desk chair, both functional and aesthetically pleasing. Beautiful vibrant colour and grain throughout.

Item Ref; M-5834

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DIMENSIONS:

Height – 79cm / Width - 63cm / Depth - 56cm / Seat Height - 40cm

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CONDITION REPORT:

In good antique condition throughout, with some signs of age. There is surface wear, including age-related marks and scratches. The seat shows staining and fading, and there are marks on the back and backrest. The antique captain’s desk chair remains structurally solid and sound, with good tight joints. Overall, a handsome and useful piece.

Our experienced carpenter meticulously inspects, repairs, and restores each item in our collection. This ensures that every piece you purchase from us is ready to be seamlessly incorporated into your home.

To provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the item's condition, we kindly request that you take a moment to thoroughly review all the accompanying photos. These images form an essential part of the item's description and condition report, offering an important visual insight into its appearance and overall quality.

Physical Dimensions

Height

79cm (31.10")

Width

63cm (24.80")

Depth

56cm (22.05")

Declaration

Penderyn Antiques has dated this Antique Wooden Captains Chair to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1124548

Dealers Internal Reference

M-5834

Dealers Notes

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DELIVERY INFORMATION:

FREE DELIVERY TO ENGLAND & WALES!

FREE delivery to England & Wales. For Scotland please get in touch for a delivery quote by calling us on 01685 813594.

Timescale: 5-15 working days. You will receive full delivery details once your order has been placed. For Scotland, delivery may take longer than 15 working days. Please note, the courier service is to the external doorstep, the courier will also deliver on their own so you will need to arrange for someone to help your end.

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For deliveries outside of mainland UK (i.e Scottish Highlands and Islands, Northern Ireland, Isle of Wight, Isle of Man, Channel Islands and Scilly Isles) please get in touch for a quote.

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International & European: Please get in touch for a quote.

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Collection: Our shop is based in the village of Penderyn, South Wales, CF44 0TJ.

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In case of return, items must be received back in the same condition as delivered and a collection fee of £85 will apply, this would be deducted from any refund amount.

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ABOUT US:

Hello from the Penderyn Antiques team! We’re friendly and enthusiastic people who deeply care about providing professional and exceptional service to you! We have a vast range of antique furniture online and at our pink chapel antique shop based in the Brecon Beacons National Park, South Wales. Like what you see? Follow us on social media @penderynantiques

Description

A particularly charming antique swivel office oak armchair.

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The antique captain’s desk chair has a shaped back and arms, raised on turned spindle upright supports.

Penderyn Antiques

It has a solid seat, raised on a swivel mechanism base, with four out-swept oak legs. A delightful example of a vintage desk chair, both functional and aesthetically pleasing. Beautiful vibrant colour and grain throughout.

fig 1. An early twentieth-century wooden captains chair with turned spindles, a curved backrest, a solid saddle seat, and a swivel base. — fig 1. Antique Early 20th Century Captain's Chair

Item Ref; M-5834

DIMENSIONS:

Height – 79cm / Width - 63cm / Depth - 56cm / Seat Height - 40cm

CONDITION REPORT:

In good antique condition throughout, with some signs of age. There is surface wear, including age-related marks and scratches. The seat shows staining and fading, and there are marks on the back and backrest. The antique captain’s desk chair remains structurally solid and sound, with good tight joints. Overall, a handsome and useful piece.

fig 2. An early twentieth-century wooden captains chair with turned spindles, a curved backrest, a solid saddle seat, and a swivel base. — fig 2. Antique Early 20th Century Captain's Chair

Our experienced carpenter meticulously inspects, repairs, and restores each item in our collection. This ensures that every piece you purchase from us is ready to be seamlessly incorporated into your home.

fig 3. An early twentieth-century wooden captains chair with turned spindles, a curved backrest, a solid saddle seat, and a swivel base. — fig 3. Antique Early 20th Century Captain's Chair

To provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the item's condition, we kindly request that you take a moment to thoroughly review all the accompanying photos. These images form an essential part of the item's description and condition report, offering an important visual insight into its appearance and overall quality.

Physical Dimensions

Height

79cm (31.10")

Width

63cm (24.80")

Depth

56cm (22.05")

Date of Manufacture

Penderyn Antiques has dated this Antique Wooden Captains Chair to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1124548

Dealers Internal Ref

M-5834

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Originally designed for use on ships and in merchant offices, a captains chair is a low-backed armchair featuring a curved crest rail, turned spindles, and a shaped solid wooden seat.

These chairs were predominantly crafted from durable hardwoods such as oak, elm, or beech, featuring steam-bent backrails and solid wooden seats mounted on swivel or stationary bases.

Authentic examples typically display genuine surface wear on the armrests, traditional joinery techniques, and heavy cast iron swivel mechanisms hidden beneath the seat.

Dust the timber regularly with a dry cloth, apply beeswax polish annually to protect the finish, and occasionally lubricate the iron swivel mechanism to maintain smooth operation.

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