Sold: Edwardian Mahogany Desk Type Arm Chair 1900 - 1920

Name: Edwardian Mahogany Desk Type Arm Chair
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1178299
Price: 225 GBP
Availability: SoldOut

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ObjectArmchairs
Period1900 - 1920
StyleEdwardian
MaterialMahogany
ColourDark Brown
MotifsSpindle back, Carved crest rail, Shaped wooden seat, Curved armrests
SizeH 98 cm (39 in) x W 60 cm (24 in) x D 50 cm (20 in)

This Edwardian desk-type armchair dates from around 1910 and is made from dark brown mahogany with a polished finish. The piece has a curved backrest fitted with vertical shaped spindles, a carved crest rail along the top, and pad-shaped armrests curving forward above a saddle-shaped solid wooden seat. Turned front legs support the lower structure, leading down to club-style feet, with maker's details stamped for SIMPSON of Halifax. The seat height is 46 cm, within overall dimensions of 98 cm high, 60 cm wide, and 50 cm deep. Suitable for use at a writing desk, study table, or in a library setting, this functional armchair provides sturdy seating for a home workspace. The classic design integrates well into traditional interiors, offering a supportive upright posture for reading or desk work. The durable timber construction ensures daily utility while maintaining the authentic character of the period.

FAQs

Edwardian desk chairs were produced during the early 20th century, characterised by lighter proportions than Victorian predecessors, classical carved motifs, spindle backs, and ergonomic wooden seats designed for writing desks and office use.

These chairs were predominantly crafted from solid hardwoods such as mahogany, oak, or walnut. They incorporated traditional joinery techniques, turned wooden spindles, and carved crest rails.

Authentic pieces feature period-correct joinery, natural wear patterns on the arms and seat, rich patina to the finish, and proportions specific to early 20th-century design standards rather than modern reproductions.

An Edwardian desk chair functions as a focal point when paired with a contemporary minimalist writing desk or placed in a modern library corner to introduce depth, texture, and historical context.

Dust the timber regular with a soft, dry microfibre cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year, keeping the chair away from direct heat sources and high humidity.

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Edwardian Mahogany Desk Type Arm Chair

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