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William IV Reclining Reading Chair / Library Chair - Minter
Athey Antiques
for sale €1,287     $1,397
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William IV Reclining Reading Chair / Library Chair - Minter

19th century
For Sale by Athey Antiques
Description

Good quality mahogany reading / library chair by George Minter of Gerard Street Soho, the deep buttoned back with reclining mechanism and pull out padded foot rest, raised on turned legs, one stamped with Minter, Gerard Street Soho, Patent 855 and fitted with brass caps and castors stamped Copes Patent.

George Minter of Soho was a cabinet maker and upholsterer specialising in patented reclining chairs from 1829 to 1854, many being very well documented.

This quality chair is structurally sound but would benefit from being reupholstered.

Please contact us for further details.

Reasonably priced delivery available.

Height 44" 112 cm

Width 32" 82 cm

Depth of seat 19.5" 50 cm

All sizes approximate.

Physical Dimensions
Height
112cm (44.09")
Width
82cm (32.28")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Declaration

Athey Antiques has dated this William IV Library Armchair to the 19th Century.

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SA1156413
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Description
Good quality mahogany reading / library chair by George Minter of Gerard Street Soho, the deep buttoned back with reclining mechanism and pull out padded foot rest, raised on turned legs, one stamped with Minter, Gerard Street Soho, Patent 855 and fitted with brass caps and castors stamped Copes Patent.
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George Minter of Soho was a cabinet maker and upholsterer specialising in patented reclining chairs from 1829 to 1854, many being very well documented.
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fig 1. A William IV reclining library armchair featuring dark button-backed upholstery, mahogany scroll-carved arms, and turned legs with brass castors.
fig 1. William IV Reclining Reading Chair / Library Chair - Minter

This quality chair is structurally sound but would benefit from being reupholstered.

Please contact us for further details.

Reasonably priced delivery available.

Height 44" 112 cm

Width 32" 82 cm

Depth of seat 19.5" 50 cm

All sizes approximate.

Height
112cm (44.09")
Width
82cm (32.28")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Date of Manufacture

Athey Antiques has dated this William IV Library Armchair to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1156413
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ath3749
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William IV reclining reading chair / library chair - Minter

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Northumberland
NE66 1JQ
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A William IV reclining library armchair featuring dark button-backed upholstery, mahogany scroll-carved arms, and turned legs with brass castors.
William IV reclining reading chair / library chair - Minter
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A William IV reclining library armchair featuring dark button-backed upholstery, mahogany scroll-carved arms, and turned legs with brass castors.
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Originating in the 1830s, these chairs combine classical William IV design features, such as turned legs and scroll carvings, with early mechanical reclining mechanisms engineered for library reading.

These chairs were constructed with solid mahogany frames, steel or iron recline mechanisms, brass castors, and horsehair padding upholstered in leather or patterned fabric.

Authentic pieces exhibit heavy mahogany timber, hand-carved scroll ornaments, original brass castors, and stamped maker marks or patent brass plates located near the mechanism joints.

Place the armchair beside a modern floor lamp and minimalist side table to create a functional reading corner that highlights historical craft within contemporary spaces.

Maintain the chair away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent timber movement and fabric deterioration, wax the mahogany frame regularly, and vacuum upholstery gently using a soft brush attachment.
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