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Victorian Mahogany Framed Nursing Chair
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Victorian Mahogany Framed Nursing Chair

19th century
Description

Victorian period mahogany framed nursing chair raised on cabriole forelegs.

Having the original upholstery covering showing some signs of wear.

In good sturdy condition. Circa 1850

Measurements

Height 37”

Width 19”

Seat Depth 16”

Floor to Seat 14”

Delivery: Free UK Mainland

Physical Dimensions
Height
94cm (37.01")
Width
48cm (18.90")
Depth
40.5cm (15.94")
Declaration

Harrison Antique Furniture has dated this Victorian Mahogany Nursing Chair to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1153882
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Description
Victorian period mahogany framed nursing chair raised on cabriole forelegs.

Having the original upholstery covering showing some signs of wear.

In good sturdy condition. Circa 1850

Measurements

Height 37”

Width 19”

Seat Depth 16”

Floor to Seat 14”

Delivery: Free UK Mainland

Height
94cm (37.01")
Width
48cm (18.90")
Depth
40.5cm (15.94")
Date of Manufacture

Harrison Antique Furniture has dated this Victorian Mahogany Nursing Chair to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1153882
Dealers Internal Ref
WH
Harrison Antique Furniture
Harrison Antique Furniture
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2010

At harrison antique furniture we sell online affordable antique & pre-1940's furniture for every room in the home.

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A low Victorian mahogany nursing chair featuring a carved crest rail, cabriole legs on castors, and floral needlepoint tapestry upholstery.
Victorian Mahogany Framed Nursing Chair
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A low Victorian mahogany nursing chair featuring a carved crest rail, cabriole legs on castors, and floral needlepoint tapestry upholstery.
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  • ObjectNursing Chairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Tapestry, Textile
  • ColourWarm Brown, Multi-colour
  • MotifsCabriole legs, Carved crest rail, Needlepoint upholstery, Balloon back
  • SizeH 94 cm (37 in) x W 48 cm (19 in) x D 40.5 cm (16 in)

This Victorian nursing chair dates from 1850 and is made from mahogany with tapestry textile upholstery. The wooden frame is finished in a warm brown tone and has a carved crest rail at the top, a curved balloon-shaped backrest, and cabriole forelegs terminating in small castors. The multi-colour needlepoint tapestry fabric depicts floral bouquets with red roses, white flowers, and green leaves on both the backrest and the seat. Original upholstery covering shows some signs of wear across the padded surfaces. The piece measures 94 cm high, 48 cm wide, and 40.5 cm deep overall, with a seat height of 36 cm. It is suitable for domestic use as a low bedroom seat, a fireside chair in a living room, or a decorative accent piece in a study or hallway.

FAQs

Originating in the nineteenth century, nursing chairs were designed with low seats and armless profiles to accommodate women wearing heavy Victorian skirts while nursing infants or attending to young children.

These chairs were predominantly crafted from solid hardwoods such as mahogany, walnut, or rosewood, paired with coil-sprung seats, natural horsehair padding, and hand-worked needlepoint or velvet upholstery.

Authentic pieces feature a noticeably lower seat height than standard accent chairs, period joinery, hand-carved detailing on the frame or crest rail, and original brass or ceramic castors on cabriole or turned front legs.

A Victorian nursing chair works effectively as an accent piece placed in a quiet corner, dressing room, or alongside contemporary upholstered furniture to create visual contrast through texture and timber tones.

Wipe mahogany frames using a dry microfibre cloth and nourish periodically with natural beeswax, while delicate needlepoint fabric should be vacuumed gently using a soft brush attachment and kept out of direct sunlight.
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