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Unusual Antique Quality William IV Leather and Mahogany Library Chair
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Unusual Antique Quality William IV Leather and Mahogany Library Chair

19th century
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Unusual antique quality William IV leather and mahogany library chair having a newly reupholstered seat and back in a quality chestnut colour leather, shaped open arms with turned supports standing on shaped tulip tapering legs to the front and out swept back legs with original brass cup castors

An unusual and very charming chair crafted to the highest standards

H 103 x W 58 x D 60cm

Date 1830

Physical Dimensions
Height
103cm (40.55")
Width
58cm (22.83")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
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London City Antiques has dated this William IV Leather Library Chair to the 19th Century.

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SA1196747
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1418
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Description
Unusual antique quality William IV leather and mahogany library chair having a newly reupholstered seat and back in a quality chestnut colour leather, shaped open arms with turned supports standing on shaped tulip tapering legs to the front and out swept back legs with original brass cup castors

An unusual and very charming chair crafted to the highest standards

H 103 x W 58 x D 60cm

Date 1830

Height
103cm (40.55")
Width
58cm (22.83")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this William IV Leather Library Chair to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1196747
Dealers Internal Ref
1418
London City Antiques
London City Antiques
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At london city antiques we specialise in fine english antiques

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A William IV high-backed library armchair upholstered in warm brown leather with brass studding, turned mahogany legs, and brass castors.
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Archive I A William IV high-backed library armchair upholstered in warm brown leather with brass studding, turned mahogany legs, and brass castors.

Unusual Antique Quality William IV Leather and Mahogany Library Chair

Archive II A William IV high-backed library armchair upholstered in warm brown leather with brass studding, turned mahogany legs, and brass castors. View II
Archive III A William IV high-backed library armchair upholstered in warm brown leather with brass studding, turned mahogany legs, and brass castors. View III
Archive IV A William IV high-backed library armchair upholstered in warm brown leather with brass studding, turned mahogany legs, and brass castors. View IV
Archive V A William IV high-backed library armchair upholstered in warm brown leather with brass studding, turned mahogany legs, and brass castors. View V
Archive VI A William IV high-backed library armchair upholstered in warm brown leather with brass studding, turned mahogany legs, and brass castors. View VI
Archive VII A William IV high-backed library armchair upholstered in warm brown leather with brass studding, turned mahogany legs, and brass castors. View VII
Archive VIII A William IV high-backed library armchair upholstered in warm brown leather with brass studding, turned mahogany legs, and brass castors. View VIII
Archive IX A William IV high-backed library armchair upholstered in warm brown leather with brass studding, turned mahogany legs, and brass castors. View IX
Archive X A William IV high-backed library armchair upholstered in warm brown leather with brass studding, turned mahogany legs, and brass castors. View X
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A William IV high-backed library armchair upholstered in warm brown leather with brass studding, turned mahogany legs, and brass castors.
Unusual Antique Quality William IV Leather and Mahogany Library Chair
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A William IV high-backed library armchair upholstered in warm brown leather with brass studding, turned mahogany legs, and brass castors.
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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.

William IV seating, produced between 1830 and 1837, bridges Georgian classical proportions and early Victorian comfort, featuring turned mahogany legs, substantial timber framing, and ergonomic upholstery tailored for reading rooms.

These chairs were constructed using solid mahogany framing, hand-stitched leather upholstery, brass studding, coiled steel or brass springs, and original brass socket castors.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-carved mahogany elements, heavy timber density, period-correct turned front legs, swept rear legs, and aged brass socket castors.

Position the chair alongside a contemporary side table and floor lamp in a study or reading nook to create textural contrast between patinated leather and clean modern lines.

Keep the item away from direct heat sources to prevent leather desiccation, apply a dedicated leather conditioner periodically, and wax the mahogany timber using natural beeswax.
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