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Victorian Golden Oak Library Chair by John Taylor & Son, Edinborough C.1870
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Victorian Golden Oak Library Chair by John Taylor & Son, Edinborough C.1870

19th century
Sold 7 January 2026 · The Old Cinema
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Description

A Victorian oak library chair stamped John Taylor & Son of Edinburgh 09199, c.1870. The design includes a gently curved top rail, shapely back support and turned front legs with fluted detail. The seat is upholstered in brown leather with brass studs, complementing the warm golden oak tone. The rear legs are sabre-shaped, typical of the period, and the overall scale suits a desk, bedroom or occasional setting.

Physical Dimensions
Height
88cm (34.65")
Width
48cm (18.90")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Declaration

The Old Cinema has dated this Victorian Oak Library Chair to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1175596
Dealers Internal Reference
47810
Description
A Victorian oak library chair stamped John Taylor & Son of Edinburgh 09199, c.1870.
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The design includes a gently curved top rail, shapely back support and turned front legs with fluted detail.
The Old Cinema

The seat is upholstered in brown leather with brass studs, complementing the warm golden oak tone. The rear legs are sabre-shaped, typical of the period, and the overall scale suits a desk, bedroom or occasional setting.

Height
88cm (34.65")
Width
48cm (18.90")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Date of Manufacture

The Old Cinema has dated this Victorian Oak Library Chair to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1175596
Dealers Internal Ref
47810
The Old Cinema
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A Victorian golden oak library chair featuring a curved backrest, leather upholstered seat with brass studs, and reeded turned front legs. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A Victorian golden oak library chair featuring a curved backrest, leather upholstered seat with brass studs, and reeded turned front legs. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Victorian Golden Oak Library Chair by John Taylor & Son, Edinborough C.1870

Archive II A Victorian golden oak library chair featuring a curved backrest, leather upholstered seat with brass studs, and reeded turned front legs. View II
Archive III A Victorian golden oak library chair featuring a curved backrest, leather upholstered seat with brass studs, and reeded turned front legs. View III
Archive IV A Victorian golden oak library chair featuring a curved backrest, leather upholstered seat with brass studs, and reeded turned front legs. View IV
Archive V A Victorian golden oak library chair featuring a curved backrest, leather upholstered seat with brass studs, and reeded turned front legs. View V
Archive VI A Victorian golden oak library chair featuring a curved backrest, leather upholstered seat with brass studs, and reeded turned front legs. View VI
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A Victorian golden oak library chair featuring a curved backrest, leather upholstered seat with brass studs, and reeded turned front legs.
Victorian Golden Oak Library Chair by John Taylor & Son, Edinborough c.1870
Ref: SA1175596
A Victorian golden oak library chair featuring a curved backrest, leather upholstered seat with brass studs, and reeded turned front legs.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectChairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialOak, Leather, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsCurved wooden backrest, Reeded turned legs, Brass nailhead trim, Upholstered leather seat
  • SizeH 88 cm (35 in) x W 48 cm (19 in) x D 56 cm (22 in)

FAQs

Victorian library furniture typically features sturdy hardwoods, functional craftsmanship, and classical ornamentation reflecting the industrial and artistic shifts of the 19th century.

These chairs were predominantly built using dense native timbers such as oak, mahogany, or walnut, frequently paired with hand-tooled leather upholstery and brass tacking.

Authentic pieces exhibit period-appropriate joinery techniques, hand-turned components, natural timber oxidisation, and wear patterns consistent with age rather than artificial distress.

Pairing historical wooden seating with minimalist modern desks or clean architectural lines creates a balanced contrast that highlights the craftsmanship of the period.

Maintain stable indoor humidity levels, keep timber away from direct sunlight and heat sources, and periodically treat leather upholstery with appropriate specialist conditioning balms.
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