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Mid 19th Century Mahogany & Leather Upholstered Library Tub Armchair – Victorian Captain’s Chair Circa 1850, Cope & Collinson Castors
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Mid 19th Century Mahogany & Leather Upholstered Library Tub Armchair – Victorian Captain’s Chair Circa 1850, Cope & Collinson Castors

19th century
Sold 4 November 2025 · Leeds Antiques
This “Mid 19th Century Mahogany & Leather Upholstered Library Tub Armchair – Victorian Captain’s Chair Circa 1850, Cope & Collinson Castors” found a buyer.

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A fine mid-19th century mahogany and leather upholstered library tub armchair, dating circa 1850, early Victorian period. The mahogany frame supports a continuous tub back with scrolled terminals, upholstered in buttoned, hand-dyed leather hide and finished with antique brass tacks. The pierced and carved back splat provides both strength and decorative detail, while the conforming overstuffed seat ensures comfort.

The chair stands on reeded and ring-turned mahogany front legs and splayed rear legs, all retaining their original gilt-brass and ceramic castors stamped “Cope & Collinson Patent” — a mark of quality and craftsmanship.

A handsome and high-quality Victorian tub armchair, offering both decorative appeal and comfort, equally at home in a library, study, or stylish modern interior.

Dimensions (Approximately):

Height: 75.5 cm (29.75")

Width: 72.5 cm (28.5")

Depth: 65 cm (25.75")

Seat height: 43.5 cm (17.125")

Condition:

In very good condition, commensurate with age. Structurally sound and sturdy, with no loose joints. The frame and castors are original. Upholstery has been professionally redone in the traditional manner using a high-quality, hand-dyed leather hide, with buttoned back and antique brass tacks. Serviced, cleaned, and waxed, the chair is now ready for everyday use. Minor marks and blemishes consistent with age add to its charm.

Physical Dimensions
Height
75.5cm (29.72")
Width
72.5cm (28.54")
Depth
43.5cm (17.13")
Declaration

Leeds Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Library Chair to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1175071
Dealers Internal Reference
LA01000122
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Description
A fine mid-19th century mahogany and leather upholstered library tub armchair, dating circa 1850, early Victorian period.
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The mahogany frame supports a continuous tub back with scrolled terminals, upholstered in buttoned, hand-dyed leather hide and finished with antique brass tacks.
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The pierced and carved back splat provides both strength and decorative detail, while the conforming overstuffed seat ensures comfort.

fig 1. A Victorian mahogany library tub armchair featuring button-tufted brown leather upholstery and turned legs with castors.
fig 1. Mid 19th Century Mahogany & Leather Upholstered Library Tub Armchair – Victorian Captain’s Chair Circa 1850, Cope & Collinson Castors

The chair stands on reeded and ring-turned mahogany front legs and splayed rear legs, all retaining their original gilt-brass and ceramic castors stamped “Cope & Collinson Patent” — a mark of quality and craftsmanship.

fig 2. A Victorian mahogany library tub armchair featuring button-tufted brown leather upholstery and turned legs with castors.
fig 2. Mid 19th Century Mahogany & Leather Upholstered Library Tub Armchair – Victorian Captain’s Chair Circa 1850, Cope & Collinson Castors

A handsome and high-quality Victorian tub armchair, offering both decorative appeal and comfort, equally at home in a library, study, or stylish modern interior.

Dimensions (Approximately):

Height: 75.5 cm (29.75")

fig 3. A Victorian mahogany library tub armchair featuring button-tufted brown leather upholstery and turned legs with castors.
fig 3. Mid 19th Century Mahogany & Leather Upholstered Library Tub Armchair – Victorian Captain’s Chair Circa 1850, Cope & Collinson Castors

Width: 72.5 cm (28.5")

Depth: 65 cm (25.75")

Seat height: 43.5 cm (17.125")

Condition:

In very good condition, commensurate with age. Structurally sound and sturdy, with no loose joints. The frame and castors are original. Upholstery has been professionally redone in the traditional manner using a high-quality, hand-dyed leather hide, with buttoned back and antique brass tacks. Serviced, cleaned, and waxed, the chair is now ready for everyday use. Minor marks and blemishes consistent with age add to its charm.

Height
75.5cm (29.72")
Width
72.5cm (28.54")
Depth
43.5cm (17.13")
Date of Manufacture

Leeds Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Library Chair to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1175071
Dealers Internal Ref
LA01000122
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A Victorian mahogany library tub armchair featuring button-tufted brown leather upholstery and turned legs with castors.
Mid 19th Century Mahogany & Leather Upholstered Library Tub Armchair – Victorian Captain’s Chair circa 1850, Cope & Collinson Castors
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A Victorian mahogany library tub armchair featuring button-tufted brown leather upholstery and turned legs with castors.
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  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Leather, Brass, Ceramic
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsButton tufting, Curved backrest, Turned legs, Brass castors
  • SizeH 75.5 cm (30 in) x W 72.5 cm (29 in) x D 43.5 cm (17 in)

Victorian library chairs, developed during the mid-19th century, were designed for comfort and utility in domestic studies, offices, and large libraries, reflecting the eras emphasis on functional luxury.

These pieces typically feature solid hardwoods such as mahogany or walnut frames, paired with hand-tooled leather upholstery, horsehair stuffing, and brass or ceramic castors.

Authentic pieces often display period-specific joinery, hand-turned wooden components, genuine brass hardware markings, and natural ageing in the leather and timber.

Pairing this traditional seating with minimalist modern desks or placing it as an accent piece in a neutral-toned room creates a balanced, sophisticated contrast.

Clean wooden surfaces with a soft, dry cloth and nourish the leather periodically with specialised conditioning wax to prevent cracking while avoiding direct sunlight.
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