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Antique Victorian Mahogany Chippendale Desk Chair
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Antique Victorian Mahogany Chippendale Desk Chair

19th century
Sold 26 September 2025 · Antique Furniture Direct
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Description

A good quality antique Victorian mahogany Chippendale style desk chair. With crisply carved back splat, standing on elegantly carved cabriole legs with ball and claw feet. The stuff-over seat is upholstered in a cream and gold floral embroidered fabric. Solid and sturdy, would make a wonderful desk chair.

Construction/Wood:

Mahogany

Condition Report:

Frame solid and sturdy. Upholstery in good condition with slight marks in places. Other wear and marks commensurate with age.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 59cm

Depth: 56cm

Height to seat: 45cm

Height: 98cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
98cm (38.58")
Width
59cm (23.23")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Declaration

Antique Furniture Direct has dated this Victorian Chippendale Desk Chair to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1166590
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Description
A good quality antique Victorian mahogany Chippendale style desk chair. With crisply carved back splat, standing on elegantly carved cabriole legs with ball and claw feet. The stuff-over seat is upholstered in a cream and gold floral embroidered fabric. Solid and sturdy, would make a wonderful desk chair.
fig 1. An antique Victorian mahogany Chippendale chair featuring a pierced splat back, carved cabriole legs with ball and claw feet, and a light cream upholstered drop-in seat pad.
fig 1. Antique Victorian Mahogany Chippendale Desk Chair

Construction/Wood:

Mahogany

Condition Report:

Frame solid and sturdy. Upholstery in good condition with slight marks in places. Other wear and marks commensurate with age.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 59cm

Depth: 56cm

Height to seat: 45cm

Height: 98cm

Height
98cm (38.58")
Width
59cm (23.23")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Date of Manufacture

Antique Furniture Direct has dated this Victorian Chippendale Desk Chair to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1166590
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Archive I An antique Victorian mahogany Chippendale chair featuring a pierced splat back, carved cabriole legs with ball and claw feet, and a light cream upholstered drop-in seat pad. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Victorian Mahogany Chippendale Desk Chair

Archive II An antique Victorian mahogany Chippendale chair featuring a pierced splat back, carved cabriole legs with ball and claw feet, and a light cream upholstered drop-in seat pad. View II
Archive III An antique Victorian mahogany Chippendale chair featuring a pierced splat back, carved cabriole legs with ball and claw feet, and a light cream upholstered drop-in seat pad. View III
Archive IV An antique Victorian mahogany Chippendale chair featuring a pierced splat back, carved cabriole legs with ball and claw feet, and a light cream upholstered drop-in seat pad. View IV
Archive V An antique Victorian mahogany Chippendale chair featuring a pierced splat back, carved cabriole legs with ball and claw feet, and a light cream upholstered drop-in seat pad. View V
Archive VI An antique Victorian mahogany Chippendale chair featuring a pierced splat back, carved cabriole legs with ball and claw feet, and a light cream upholstered drop-in seat pad. View VI
Archive VII An antique Victorian mahogany Chippendale chair featuring a pierced splat back, carved cabriole legs with ball and claw feet, and a light cream upholstered drop-in seat pad. View VII
Archive VIII An antique Victorian mahogany Chippendale chair featuring a pierced splat back, carved cabriole legs with ball and claw feet, and a light cream upholstered drop-in seat pad. View VIII
Archive IX An antique Victorian mahogany Chippendale chair featuring a pierced splat back, carved cabriole legs with ball and claw feet, and a light cream upholstered drop-in seat pad. View IX
Archive X An antique Victorian mahogany Chippendale chair featuring a pierced splat back, carved cabriole legs with ball and claw feet, and a light cream upholstered drop-in seat pad. View X
Archive XI An antique Victorian mahogany Chippendale chair featuring a pierced splat back, carved cabriole legs with ball and claw feet, and a light cream upholstered drop-in seat pad. View XI
Archive XII An antique Victorian mahogany Chippendale chair featuring a pierced splat back, carved cabriole legs with ball and claw feet, and a light cream upholstered drop-in seat pad. View XII
Archive XIII An antique Victorian mahogany Chippendale chair featuring a pierced splat back, carved cabriole legs with ball and claw feet, and a light cream upholstered drop-in seat pad. View XIII
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An antique Victorian mahogany Chippendale chair featuring a pierced splat back, carved cabriole legs with ball and claw feet, and a light cream upholstered drop-in seat pad.
Antique Victorian Mahogany Chippendale Desk Chair
Ref: SA1166590
An antique Victorian mahogany Chippendale chair featuring a pierced splat back, carved cabriole legs with ball and claw feet, and a light cream upholstered drop-in seat pad.
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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectChairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian Chippendale Revival
  • MaterialMahogany, Upholstery Fabric
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsPierced splat back, Cabriole legs, Ball and claw feet, Carved acanthus leaf details
  • SizeH 98 cm (39 in) x W 59 cm (23 in) x D 56 cm (22 in)

The Chippendale style originated in 18th-century England, popularized by cabinetmaker Thomas Chippendale, and is characterised by a blend of Gothic, Rococo, and Chinese influences translated into rich timbers such as mahogany.

These pieces are traditionally crafted from solid tropical hardwoods like mahogany, featuring mortise and tenon joinery, hand-carved decorative motifs, and often drop-in upholstered seat pads secured within a wooden frame.

Authentication involves examining the tool marks, timber grain, secondary woods used in the frame, and construction consistency, as Victorian revival pieces typically display machine-assisted elements alongside hand-carving and exhibit a distinct patina associated with the 19th century.

This type of chair functions effectively as an accent piece or desk chair in contemporary spaces, providing a classical contrast when paired with minimalist modern desks or used as a singular statement silhouette against neutral walls.

Preservation requires keeping the timber away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent warping, dusting regularly with a soft dry cloth, and occasionally nourishing the wood with traditional beeswax rather than modern silicone-based polishes.
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