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Antique Victorian Mahogany Children's Commode Chair C.1880
MebleinUK
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Antique Victorian Mahogany Children's Commode Chair C.1880

19th century
For Sale by MebleinUK
Description

A charming Victorian children's commode chair, dating from around 1880, beautifully crafted in solid mahogany.

The chair features elegant scroll arms, turned front legs, and a decorative spindle backrest with carved detail.

The seat lifts to reveal the original ceramic commode bowl, a rare surviving feature in excellent condition.

This delightful piece captures the craftsmanship and character of the Victorian era and would make a perfect decorative accent, collector’s item, or nursery display chair.

Seat height: 41 cm

Very good antique condition with light age-related marks. The frame is solid and stable, and the ceramic insert is intact.

Physical Dimensions
Height
87cm (34.25")
Width
66cm (25.98")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Declaration

MebleinUK has dated this Victorian Childrens Commode Chair to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1172364
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A charming Victorian children's commode chair, dating from around 1880, beautifully crafted in solid mahogany.
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The chair features elegant scroll arms, turned front legs, and a decorative spindle backrest with carved detail.
MebleinUK
fig 1. A dark mahogany Victorian childs commode armchair with turned back spindles, curved armrests, and a solid boxed base.
fig 1. Antique Victorian Mahogany Children's Commode Chair C.1880

The seat lifts to reveal the original ceramic commode bowl, a rare surviving feature in excellent condition.

This delightful piece captures the craftsmanship and character of the Victorian era and would make a perfect decorative accent, collector’s item, or nursery display chair.

Seat height: 41 cm

Very good antique condition with light age-related marks. The frame is solid and stable, and the ceramic insert is intact.

Height
87cm (34.25")
Width
66cm (25.98")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Date of Manufacture

MebleinUK has dated this Victorian Childrens Commode Chair to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1172364
MebleinUK
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Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2025

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Archive I A dark mahogany Victorian childs commode armchair with turned back spindles, curved armrests, and a solid boxed base.

Antique Victorian Mahogany Children's Commode Chair c.1880

Archive II A dark mahogany Victorian childs commode armchair with turned back spindles, curved armrests, and a solid boxed base. View II
Archive III A dark mahogany Victorian childs commode armchair with turned back spindles, curved armrests, and a solid boxed base. View III
Archive IV A dark mahogany Victorian childs commode armchair with turned back spindles, curved armrests, and a solid boxed base. View IV
Archive V A dark mahogany Victorian childs commode armchair with turned back spindles, curved armrests, and a solid boxed base. View V
Archive VI A dark mahogany Victorian childs commode armchair with turned back spindles, curved armrests, and a solid boxed base. View VI
Archive VII A dark mahogany Victorian childs commode armchair with turned back spindles, curved armrests, and a solid boxed base. View VII
Archive VIII A dark mahogany Victorian childs commode armchair with turned back spindles, curved armrests, and a solid boxed base. View VIII
Archive IX A dark mahogany Victorian childs commode armchair with turned back spindles, curved armrests, and a solid boxed base. View IX
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MebleinUK
Telephone 07308 219045
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Mansfield Woodhouse
Nottinghamshire
United Kingdom

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A dark mahogany Victorian childs commode armchair with turned back spindles, curved armrests, and a solid boxed base.
Antique Victorian Mahogany Children's Commode Chair c.1880
Ref: SA1172364
A dark mahogany Victorian childs commode armchair with turned back spindles, curved armrests, and a solid boxed base.
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FAQs

In late 19th-century households, childrens commode chairs served as functional nursery seating designed for infant potty training prior to widespread indoor plumbing.

These chairs were constructed using solid hardwoods such as mahogany, incorporating turned spindles, traditional joinery, and a lift-up solid timber seat panel.

Authentic period examples exhibit hand-carved decorative elements, traditional joinery, natural timber grain beneath the seat aperture, and genuine wear patterns on high-touch areas like armrests.

Such pieces are frequently repurposed as unique plant stands, occasional accent seats, or historical display features in hallways, living rooms, and bedrooms.

Regular dusting with a dry microfiber cloth and occasional application of natural beeswax polish helps preserve the original timber finish and prevents drying.
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