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Antique Button Back Upholstered Armchair
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Antique Button Back Upholstered Armchair

19th century
Description

Good quality Victorian open armchair with lovely detailing in the solid walnut show wood. Stylish barley twist arm supports and carved front legs all structurally sound.

Traditionally upholstered, the sage green velvet fabric is in excellent condition.

All four legs set on the original castors.

English, circa 1870.

Seat height 40cm.

Physical Dimensions
Height
80cm (31.50")
Width
62cm (24.41")
Depth
85cm (33.46")
Declaration

The Antiques Hound has dated this Victorian Button Back Armchair to the Victorian era.

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SA1187857
Dealers Internal Reference
AHQ425Se
Description
Good quality Victorian open armchair with lovely detailing in the solid walnut show wood. Stylish barley twist arm supports and carved front legs all structurally sound.

Traditionally upholstered, the sage green velvet fabric is in excellent condition.

All four legs set on the original castors.

English, circa 1870.

Seat height 40cm.

Height
80cm (31.50")
Width
62cm (24.41")
Depth
85cm (33.46")
Date of Manufacture

The Antiques Hound has dated this Victorian Button Back Armchair to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1187857
Dealers Internal Ref
AHQ425Se
The Antiques Hound
The Antiques Hound
Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2025

Dealing in compact georgian and later furniture and original paintings

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Archive I A Victorian armchair with sage green velvet button-back upholstery, carved barley-twist arm supports, and cabriole legs on brass castors.

Antique Button Back Upholstered Armchair

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A Victorian armchair with sage green velvet button-back upholstery, carved barley-twist arm supports, and cabriole legs on brass castors.
Antique Button Back Upholstered Armchair
Ref: SA1187857
A Victorian armchair with sage green velvet button-back upholstery, carved barley-twist arm supports, and cabriole legs on brass castors.
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  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialVelvet, Walnut, Brass
  • ColourSage Green
  • MotifsButton back, Barley twist supports, Cabriole legs, Brass castors
  • SizeH 80 cm (31 in) x W 62 cm (24 in) x D 85 cm (33 in)

This Victorian armchair belongs to the English Country House style and measures 80 cm high, 62 cm wide, and 85 cm deep, with a seat height of 40 cm. The solid walnut frame displays a rich medium-brown wood finish, complemented by traditional sage green velvet upholstery featuring a deep button-back design. The arms rest upon carved barley-twist wooden supports, while the front cabriole legs terminate in original brass castors. Suitable for placement in a drawing room, library, or bedroom, the piece provides comfortable seating while offering tactile visual interest through its buttoning and turned woodwork. The construction remains structurally sound with clean fabric, making it a functional addition to period interiors and traditional living spaces.

FAQs

Victorian button-back armchairs are characterised by deep tufted upholstery anchored with buttons, padded contoured backs, carved timber frames, and short legs often fitted with brass castors.

These chairs typically feature solid hardwood frames crafted from walnut, mahogany, or oak, stuffed with natural horsehair or coir, supported by coil springs, and upholstered in velvet, damask, or leather.

Authentic pieces display hand-carved timber detailing, traditional jute webbing and tied coil spring construction, original brass castors, and frame wear near joinery without modern staples or composite materials.

Position the armchair in a modern reading nook alongside minimalist side tables or architectural floor lamps, allowing the plush velvet texture and wood craftsmanship to act as a focal point.

Vacuum the velvet gently using a soft brush attachment in the direction of the pile, position the piece away from direct sunlight to prevent fading, and clean the exposed timber elements with natural beeswax polish.
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