Mahogany Swivel Desk Chair 1900 - 1920

Name: Shoolbred Arts & Craft Swivel Mahogany Office Chair
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1156595
Price: 395 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectDesk Chairs
Period1900 - 1920
StyleArts & Crafts
MaterialMahogany, Iron
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsSunburst carving, Spherical arm terminals, Saddle seat, Splayed legs
SizeH 91 cm (36 in) x W 60 cm (24 in) x D 59 cm (23 in)

This unusual Edwardian desk chair originates from the Arts & Crafts period, constructed from mahogany with a warm brown finish. The piece takes the form of a swivel office chair, styled for a gentleman's library. Visual inspection reveals several distinctive details including a carved sunburst motif on the arched cresting rail, spherical wooden arm terminals at the end of each curved armrest, and a solid saddle-shaped seat designed for comfort. The chair stands on quadruped splayed legs that curve outward from a central metal swivel mechanism, showing general usage wear across the timber surfaces. The chair measures 91 cm high, 60 cm wide, and 59 cm deep. This seating piece suits placement at a traditional partner's desk, writing table, or bureau within a study or home office.

FAQs

Arts and Crafts desk chairs typically feature solid timber construction, functional hand-carved details, and ergonomic forms designed for practical study use during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries.

These chairs were predominantly crafted from dense hardwoods such as mahogany or oak, paired with cast iron revolving mechanisms that allowed smooth 360-degree rotation.

Authentic pieces feature cast iron central swivel mechanisms, hand-carved cresting or splats, deep timber patination, and maker stamps or metal registry plates from established cabinetmakers.

Pair the rich wood tones with a streamlined contemporary desk or place it alongside modern brass lighting and neutral textiles to create a balanced home office setup.

Apply a high-quality beeswax polish annually following the timber grain, keep the frame away from direct heat sources to prevent shrinkage, and periodically lubricate the metal swivel mechanism.

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