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19th Century Tub Armchair by Mackenzie & Mitchell - Edinburgh
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19th Century Tub Armchair by Mackenzie & Mitchell - Edinburgh

19th century
Sold 25 April 2025 · Desired Effect Antiques Ltd
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A good quality small deep seated 19th century tub back armchair by Mackenzie & Mitchell - Edinburgh. Raised on turned and carved walnut front legs with splayed rear legs and all capped with casters.

Structurally in good order and for upholstery.

As with all our upholstered seating we do offer upholstery should you wish

33cm seat height

Date of Manufacture

Desired Effect Antiques Ltd has dated this 19th Century Tub Armchair to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
65cm (25.59")
Width
72cm (28.35")
Depth
80cm (31.50")
Reference Numbers
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SA1136973
Dealers Internal Reference
1484
Description
A good quality small deep seated 19th century tub back armchair by Mackenzie & Mitchell - Edinburgh. Raised on turned and carved walnut front legs with splayed rear legs and all capped with casters.

Structurally in good order and for upholstery.

As with all our upholstered seating we do offer upholstery should you wish

33cm seat height

Date of Manufacture

Desired Effect Antiques Ltd has dated this 19th Century Tub Armchair to the 19th Century.

Height
65cm (25.59")
Width
72cm (28.35")
Depth
80cm (31.50")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1136973
Dealers Internal Ref
1484
Desired Effect Antiques Ltd
Desired Effect Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2023

We deal in a range of pieces such as tables, storage and seating, ranging from the 18th through to the mid 20th century.

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An antique 19th-century tub armchair with exposed wooden framing, turned front legs on castors, and calico-covered upholstery. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An antique 19th-century tub armchair with exposed wooden framing, turned front legs on castors, and calico-covered upholstery. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

19th Century Tub Armchair by Mackenzie & Mitchell - Edinburgh

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West Yorkshire
United Kingdom
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An antique 19th-century tub armchair with exposed wooden framing, turned front legs on castors, and calico-covered upholstery.
19th century tub armchair by Mackenzie & Mitchell - Edinburgh
Ref: SA1136973
An antique 19th-century tub armchair with exposed wooden framing, turned front legs on castors, and calico-covered upholstery.
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  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Cotton, Hessian, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsCurved backrest, Turned wooden legs, Brass castors, Exposed frame
  • SizeH 65 cm (26 in) x W 72 cm (28 in) x D 80 cm (31 in)

A tub armchair features a continuous curved back and armrest structure forming a deep, enclosing shape designed for comfort.

These chairs typically feature solid hardwood frames such as mahogany or walnut, traditional horsehair stuffing, coil springs, and hessian webbing.

Authenticity is indicated by hand-carved wooden legs, traditional joinery methods, handmade brass castors, and period-appropriate internal webbing and stuffing materials.

Such pieces serve as statement reading chairs or fireside seating, often reupholstered in contemporary fabrics to contrast with the historic wooden frame.

Keep the wooden elements nourished with appropriate furniture wax, protect the fabric from direct sunlight, and consult professional restorers for structural or textile repairs.
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