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Victorian Swivel Tilting Office Chair
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Victorian Swivel Tilting Office Chair

19th century
Sold 16 February 2026 · The Old Yard
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Description

A Victorian Swivel Tilting Office Chair. This chair dates from around c.1900. It has lovely curved arms, a rounded back and decorative fretwork beneath. With a Red faux leather studded seat that is height adjustable.

The clever mechanism allows the chair to swivel and enables the seat to tilt back whilst in use. On castors.

In a lovely solid condition with minor age related signs of use.

Total Width 60 cm

Total Depth 50 cm

Total Height 83 cm

Date of Manufacture

The Old Yard has dated this Victorian Swivel Office Chair to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
83cm (32.68")
Width
60cm (23.62")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1181120
Dealers Internal Reference
5231
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Description
A Victorian Swivel Tilting Office Chair. This chair dates from around c.1900. It has lovely curved arms, a rounded back and decorative fretwork beneath. With a Red faux leather studded seat that is height adjustable.
fig 1. A Victorian wooden swivel office chair with a curved backrest, spindle supports, red leather seat pad, cast iron adjusting mechanism, and a four-legged castor base.
fig 1. Victorian Swivel Tilting Office Chair

The clever mechanism allows the chair to swivel and enables the seat to tilt back whilst in use. On castors.

In a lovely solid condition with minor age related signs of use.

Total Width 60 cm

Total Depth 50 cm

Total Height 83 cm

Date of Manufacture

The Old Yard has dated this Victorian Swivel Office Chair to the Victorian era.

Height
83cm (32.68")
Width
60cm (23.62")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1181120
Dealers Internal Ref
5231
The Old Yard
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Archive I A Victorian wooden swivel office chair with a curved backrest, spindle supports, red leather seat pad, cast iron adjusting mechanism, and a four-legged castor base. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Victorian Swivel Tilting Office Chair

Archive II A Victorian wooden swivel office chair with a curved backrest, spindle supports, red leather seat pad, cast iron adjusting mechanism, and a four-legged castor base. View II
Archive III A Victorian wooden swivel office chair with a curved backrest, spindle supports, red leather seat pad, cast iron adjusting mechanism, and a four-legged castor base. View III
Archive IV Scale Reference for A Victorian wooden swivel office chair with a curved backrest, spindle supports, red leather seat pad, cast iron adjusting mechanism, and a four-legged castor base.
Archive V A Victorian wooden swivel office chair with a curved backrest, spindle supports, red leather seat pad, cast iron adjusting mechanism, and a four-legged castor base. View V
Archive VI A Victorian wooden swivel office chair with a curved backrest, spindle supports, red leather seat pad, cast iron adjusting mechanism, and a four-legged castor base. View VI
Archive VII A Victorian wooden swivel office chair with a curved backrest, spindle supports, red leather seat pad, cast iron adjusting mechanism, and a four-legged castor base. View VII
Archive VIII A Victorian wooden swivel office chair with a curved backrest, spindle supports, red leather seat pad, cast iron adjusting mechanism, and a four-legged castor base. View VIII
Archive IX A Victorian wooden swivel office chair with a curved backrest, spindle supports, red leather seat pad, cast iron adjusting mechanism, and a four-legged castor base. View IX
Archive X A Victorian wooden swivel office chair with a curved backrest, spindle supports, red leather seat pad, cast iron adjusting mechanism, and a four-legged castor base. View X
Archive XI A Victorian wooden swivel office chair with a curved backrest, spindle supports, red leather seat pad, cast iron adjusting mechanism, and a four-legged castor base. View XI
Archive XII A Victorian wooden swivel office chair with a curved backrest, spindle supports, red leather seat pad, cast iron adjusting mechanism, and a four-legged castor base. View XII
Archive XIII A Victorian wooden swivel office chair with a curved backrest, spindle supports, red leather seat pad, cast iron adjusting mechanism, and a four-legged castor base. View XIII
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Shropshire
United Kingdom
Verified Since Jun 2021
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A Victorian wooden swivel office chair with a curved backrest, spindle supports, red leather seat pad, cast iron adjusting mechanism, and a four-legged castor base.
Victorian Swivel Tilting Office Chair
Ref: SA1181120
A Victorian wooden swivel office chair with a curved backrest, spindle supports, red leather seat pad, cast iron adjusting mechanism, and a four-legged castor base.
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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectOffice Chairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Cast Iron, Leather
  • ColourBrown
  • MotifsCurved wooden backrest, Spindle back splats, Cast iron swivel mechanism, Four-prong castor base
  • SizeH 83 cm (33 in) x W 60 cm (24 in) x D 50 cm (20 in)

Victorian office furniture is characterised by robust construction, functional mechanisms, and the extensive use of dark hardwoods such as mahogany, oak, and walnut, reflecting the industrial expansion and administrative needs of the 19th century.

These pieces typically feature solid timber frames joined by mortise and tenon construction, combined with cast iron mechanical swivel and tilt assemblies, and upholstered seats finished with brass studs.

Authenticity is identified through period-appropriate hand-cut screws, cast iron mechanisms with patent markings, natural wear patterns on the timber, and traditional joinery rather than modern fixings.

Pairing the chair with a contemporary minimalist desk creates a striking juxtaposition, blending historical craftsmanship with modern functionality in a study or home office.

Maintain the timber by applying a microcrystalline wax periodically to nourish the wood, and clean leather elements with a damp cloth followed by a suitable leather conditioner while avoiding direct sunlight.
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