Golden Oak Smokers Bow Armchair 19th Century

Name: Golden Oak Smokers Bow Office or Desk Chair
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1161081
Price: 495 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectArmchairs
Period19th century
StyleEdwardian
MaterialOak, Leather, Brass
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsTurned spindles, Steam-bent bow rail, Double H-stretchers, Studded leather upholstery
SizeH 73 cm (29 in) x W 56 cm (22 in) x D 48 cm (19 in)

This Victorian smoker's bow armchair is constructed from golden oak and upholstered in green leather secured with brass studs. The traditional design includes a steam-bent curved top rail with a central handle cutout, eight crisply turned spindles supporting the arms and back, and double H-stretchers reinforcing the turned legs. The timber displays a warm brown finish with natural grain patterns, while the padded seat exhibits light signs of previous use. Measuring 73 cm high, 56 cm wide, and 48 cm deep, the chair is suited for everyday functional use at a study desk or office workstation in a traditional residential interior.

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Originating in 19th-century Britain, the smokers bow chair was a popular design used in public houses, clubs, and offices. It is defined by its low, horseshoe-shaped continuous armrest, steam-bent back rail, and sturdy turned spindles.

These chairs are predominantly crafted from solid native hardwoods such as oak, elm, ash, or beech. The seats can be solid timber or upholstered in leather with brass stud fastenings.

Authentic period examples feature hand-turned wooden spindles, wedged tenon joinery beneath the seat, natural wear to the armrests, and steam-bent wooden rails consistent with traditional 19th and early 20th-century cabinetmaking.

This style functions exceptionally well as a desk chair in a home study, an accent seat in a hallway, or paired with a dark wood writing table to create a traditional workspace atmosphere.

Dust timber elements regularly with a soft cloth and apply a natural beeswax polish along the wood grain once or twice a year. Upholstered leather seats should be wiped clean and conditioned periodically to prevent drying.

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Golden Oak Smokers Bow Office or Desk Chair

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