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19th Century Country House Carpet Open Armchair by Cvs
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19th Century Country House Carpet Open Armchair by Cvs

19th century
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A well drawn 19th century open armchair by Cornelius V Smith in tatty country house condition. Raised on ebonized front legs and arm supports, with splayed rear legs and the left rear leg bearing the CVS makers mark. The chair stands firm and the frame is tight with n o loose joints. The original velvet and carpet both showing signs of wear particularly around the front of the seat and arms. c1885

The sprung seat which still has the original lining to the base does dip in the middle due to use. Its is usable as is however we would probably recommend salvaging the carpet and changing the velvet unless you like the distressed worn look it currently has.

As with all our upholstered seating we do offer upholstery should you wish.

36cm seat height

Physical Dimensions
Height
79cm (31.10")
Width
74cm (29.13")
Depth
100cm (39.37")
Declaration

Desired Effect Antiques Ltd has dated this Victorian Carpet Open Armchair to the 1880s.

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SA1187161
Dealers Internal Reference
2098
Description
A well drawn 19th century open armchair by Cornelius V Smith in tatty country house condition.
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Raised on ebonized front legs and arm supports, with splayed rear legs and the left rear leg bearing the CVS makers mark.
Desired Effect Antiques Ltd

The chair stands firm and the frame is tight with n o loose joints. The original velvet and carpet both showing signs of wear particularly around the front of the seat and arms. c1885

fig 1. A 19th-century open armchair featuring dark navy blue velvet upholstery combined with an oriental carpet panel across the backrest and seat, resting on turned front legs with castors.
fig 1. 19th Century Country House Carpet Open Armchair by Cvs

The sprung seat which still has the original lining to the base does dip in the middle due to use. Its is usable as is however we would probably recommend salvaging the carpet and changing the velvet unless you like the distressed worn look it currently has.

As with all our upholstered seating we do offer upholstery should you wish.

36cm seat height

Height
79cm (31.10")
Width
74cm (29.13")
Depth
100cm (39.37")
Date of Manufacture

Desired Effect Antiques Ltd has dated this Victorian Carpet Open Armchair to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1187161
Dealers Internal Ref
2098
Desired Effect Antiques Ltd
Desired Effect Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2023

We deal in a range of pieces such as tables, storage and seating, ranging from the 18th through to the mid 20th century.

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Archive I A 19th-century open armchair featuring dark navy blue velvet upholstery combined with an oriental carpet panel across the backrest and seat, resting on turned front legs with castors.

19th Century Country House Carpet Open Armchair by Cvs

Archive II A 19th-century open armchair featuring dark navy blue velvet upholstery combined with an oriental carpet panel across the backrest and seat, resting on turned front legs with castors. View II
Archive III A 19th-century open armchair featuring dark navy blue velvet upholstery combined with an oriental carpet panel across the backrest and seat, resting on turned front legs with castors. View III
Archive IV A 19th-century open armchair featuring dark navy blue velvet upholstery combined with an oriental carpet panel across the backrest and seat, resting on turned front legs with castors. View IV
Archive V A 19th-century open armchair featuring dark navy blue velvet upholstery combined with an oriental carpet panel across the backrest and seat, resting on turned front legs with castors. View V
Archive VI A 19th-century open armchair featuring dark navy blue velvet upholstery combined with an oriental carpet panel across the backrest and seat, resting on turned front legs with castors. View VI
Archive VII A 19th-century open armchair featuring dark navy blue velvet upholstery combined with an oriental carpet panel across the backrest and seat, resting on turned front legs with castors. View VII
Archive VIII A 19th-century open armchair featuring dark navy blue velvet upholstery combined with an oriental carpet panel across the backrest and seat, resting on turned front legs with castors. View VIII
Archive IX A 19th-century open armchair featuring dark navy blue velvet upholstery combined with an oriental carpet panel across the backrest and seat, resting on turned front legs with castors. View IX
Archive X A 19th-century open armchair featuring dark navy blue velvet upholstery combined with an oriental carpet panel across the backrest and seat, resting on turned front legs with castors. View X
Archive XI A 19th-century open armchair featuring dark navy blue velvet upholstery combined with an oriental carpet panel across the backrest and seat, resting on turned front legs with castors. View XI
Archive XII A 19th-century open armchair featuring dark navy blue velvet upholstery combined with an oriental carpet panel across the backrest and seat, resting on turned front legs with castors. View XII
Archive XIII A 19th-century open armchair featuring dark navy blue velvet upholstery combined with an oriental carpet panel across the backrest and seat, resting on turned front legs with castors. View XIII
Archive XIV A 19th-century open armchair featuring dark navy blue velvet upholstery combined with an oriental carpet panel across the backrest and seat, resting on turned front legs with castors. View XIV
Archive XV A 19th-century open armchair featuring dark navy blue velvet upholstery combined with an oriental carpet panel across the backrest and seat, resting on turned front legs with castors. View XV
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Desired Effect Antiques Ltd

Desired Effect Antiques Ltd
Telephone 07926 880796
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Carlinghow mills
West Yorkshire
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Jun 2023
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A 19th-century open armchair featuring dark navy blue velvet upholstery combined with an oriental carpet panel across the backrest and seat, resting on turned front legs with castors.
19th century Country House Carpet Open Armchair by CVS
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A 19th-century open armchair featuring dark navy blue velvet upholstery combined with an oriental carpet panel across the backrest and seat, resting on turned front legs with castors.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleEnglish Country House
  • MaterialMahogany, Velvet, Wool Carpet
  • ColourNavy Blue
  • MotifsCarpet backrest panel, Turned front legs, Brass castors, Open padded arms
  • SizeH 79 cm (31 in) x W 74 cm (29 in) x D 100 cm (39 in)

FAQs

A 19th-century carpet upholstered armchair is a seating piece featuring a solid hardwood frame covered in woven wool carpet or tapestry panels, often paired with plush fabrics like velvet.

Victorian open armchairs typically utilise solid timber frames such as mahogany or walnut, coiled steel springs, horsehair padding, brass castors, and heavy textiles including velvet and hand-woven wool carpets.

Authentic 19th-century armchairs feature hand-turned timber legs, original ceramic or brass castors, hand-stitched upholstery, and period-appropriate frame joinery such as mortise and tenon joints.

A carpet upholstered armchair functions as a focal accent piece, complementing neutral minimalist spaces or adding layer and texture within eclectic and traditional interior schemes.

Maintain antique carpet upholstery by vacuuming gently using a low-suction brush attachment, keeping the item away from direct sunlight to prevent colour fading, and consulting a specialist conservator for stain removal.
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