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Late 19th Century Upholstered Armchair
Elaine Phillips Antiques Ltd
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Late 19th Century Upholstered Armchair

19th century
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Late 19th century French armchair upholstered in needlepoint tapestry. Bold carving to the arms, supports and frame. Great presence and style.

Seat height of 42 centimetres.

This can be viewed in our showrooms in North Yorkshire at any time, by appointment. Please contact me with any questions or if you would like further images. For clients who are overseas or unable to come to our showrooms, we will gladly send a video of any piece in which you may be interested.

Shipping and delivery can be arranged on your behalf. Or may be included depending on location.

Physical Dimensions
Height
110cm (43.31")
Width
68cm (26.77")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
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Elaine Phillips Antiques Ltd has dated this Victorian Tapestry Armchair to the 19th Century.

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SA1194474
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Elaine Phillips Antiques

Description
Late 19th century French armchair upholstered in needlepoint tapestry. Bold carving to the arms, supports and frame. Great presence and style.

Seat height of 42 centimetres.

This can be viewed in our showrooms in North Yorkshire at any time, by appointment. Please contact me with any questions or if you would like further images.

For clients who are overseas or unable to come to our showrooms, we will gladly send a video of any piece in which you may be interested.
Elaine Phillips Antiques Ltd

Shipping and delivery can be arranged on your behalf. Or may be included depending on location.

Height
110cm (43.31")
Width
68cm (26.77")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
Date of Manufacture

Elaine Phillips Antiques Ltd has dated this Victorian Tapestry Armchair to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1194474
Elaine Phillips Antiques Ltd
Elaine Phillips Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2022

Period furniture, lighting, mirrors, portraits and interior decoration.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Elaine Phillips Antiques Ltd Profile Page

Trade Associations

Elaine Phillips Antiques Ltd is a registered member of BADA  CINOA

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Late 19th century Upholstered Armchair

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A late 19th-century armchair featuring a dark carved wood frame with intricate scroll armrests and pictorial tapestry upholstery depicting figures on the backrest.
Late 19th century Upholstered Armchair
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A late 19th-century armchair featuring a dark carved wood frame with intricate scroll armrests and pictorial tapestry upholstery depicting figures on the backrest.
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Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.

Renaissance Revival armchairs, prominent in the late 19th century, feature heavily carved timber frames inspired by 16th-century European design. They often incorporate narrative or botanical needlepoint and tapestry panels depicting medieval scenes, classical figures, or detailed foliage.

These armchairs typically utilised solid hardwoods such as walnut, oak, or mahogany for the frame. The upholstery was crafted from woven wool or silk fibres forming needlepoint or Gobelins-style tapestry panels over horsehair padding.

Authentic pieces display hand-carved joinery details, natural oxidation on the timber, and hand-stitched webbing underneath. Look for period-appropriate wear along handrests and authentic patina on dark wood finishes.

A carved tapestry armchair works well as a statement accent piece in neutral living spaces, study alcoves, or master bedrooms. Pairing the dark timber and complex textile pattern with clean, contemporary architecture creates a balanced visual contrast.

Dust the tapestry fabric gently using a low-suction vacuum cleaner with a soft brush attachment. Keep the wooden frame free from excess moisture and apply a natural beeswax polish periodically to maintain the timber finish.
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