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Antique Library Chair in Golden Oak, Re-upholstered in Green Leather C.1900
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Antique Library Chair in Golden Oak, Re-upholstered in Green Leather C.1900

1900 - 1920
Sold 7 January 2026 · The Old Cinema
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An antique library chair in golden oak, re-upholstered in green leather, circa 1900. The design features a curved top rail, shaped arms and closely spaced vertical splats, creating a supportive wrap-around backrest. Turned front and back legs are united by H-stretchers for stability. The seat has been updated in smooth green leather, complementing the warm oak grain. A practical and characterful armchair suited to a study, library or reading corner.

Physical Dimensions
Height
79.5cm (31.30")
Width
65.5cm (25.79")
Depth
53.5cm (21.06")
Declaration

The Old Cinema has dated this Antique Oak Library Chair to the 1900s.

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SA1175594
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47809
Description
An antique library chair in golden oak, re-upholstered in green leather, circa 1900.
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The design features a curved top rail, shaped arms and closely spaced vertical splats, creating a supportive wrap-around backrest.
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Turned front and back legs are united by H-stretchers for stability. The seat has been updated in smooth green leather, complementing the warm oak grain. A practical and characterful armchair suited to a study, library or reading corner.

Height
79.5cm (31.30")
Width
65.5cm (25.79")
Depth
53.5cm (21.06")
Date of Manufacture

The Old Cinema has dated this Antique Oak Library Chair to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1175594
Dealers Internal Ref
47809
The Old Cinema
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2020
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Archive I An antique golden oak library chair featuring a curved backrest with vertical spindles and a green leather upholstered seat pad. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Library Chair in Golden Oak, Re-upholstered in Green Leather C.1900

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160 Chiswick High Road
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W4 1PR
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An antique golden oak library chair featuring a curved backrest with vertical spindles and a green leather upholstered seat pad.
Antique Library Chair in Golden Oak, Re-upholstered in Green Leather c.1900
Ref: SA1175594
An antique golden oak library chair featuring a curved backrest with vertical spindles and a green leather upholstered seat pad.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectChairs
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialOak, Leather
  • ColourGolden Oak
  • MotifsCurved crest rail, vertical spindles, turned legs, upholstered drop-in seat
  • SizeH 79.5 cm (31 in) x W 65.5 cm (26 in) x D 53.5 cm (21 in)

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Library chairs emerged in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, designed specifically for domestic studies, institutional libraries, and professional offices to provide ergonomic support during long periods of reading and writing.

These pieces typically feature solid hardwoods such as oak or mahogany, steam-bent wooden backrests, spindle supports, and mortise and tenon joinery, often paired with upholstered leather seat pads.

Authenticity can be determined by inspecting the joinery for traditional hand-cut joints, observing the natural patination and wear on the wood and leather, and checking for period-specific hardware or makers marks underneath the seat.

This type of seating anchors a modern home office space when paired with a minimalist desk, or acts as a functional reading chair in a living room corner to introduce historical texture and warmth.

Preserve the condition by keeping the item away from direct sunlight and heat sources, periodically treating the wood with microcrystalline wax, and conditioning the leather surface with a specialized neutral balm to prevent cracking.
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