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Early 20th Century Set of 4 Karl Johan Influenced Birch Armchairs
Debenham Antiques Ltd
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Early 20th Century Set of 4 Karl Johan Influenced Birch Armchairs

1900 - 1920
Description

Early 20th century set of 4 karl johan influenced birch armchairs circa 1900.

We are pleased to offer this set of karl johan revival armchairs. Karl johan is the swedish movement same as empire and biedermeier.

High shaped backs, showframe sides and scrolling arms, turned balls in line with the seat, each standing on four tapered legs.  strung with walnut to the back rest both sides and to the freize.  richly upholstered in green schemed fabric and matching braiding.

Rich golden colour and ready for everyday use.

Expected minor surface marks to woodwork, in line with age and use.

Seat height: 17 1/2"

Seat width: 22"

Seat depth: 21"

Arm height: 26"

Physical Dimensions
Height
100.3cm (39.49")
Width
65.4cm (25.75")
Depth
55.9cm (22.01")
Declaration

Debenham Antiques Ltd has dated these Karl Johan Birch Armchairs to the 1900s.

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SA1197139
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EA3853
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Description
Early 20th century set of 4 karl johan influenced birch armchairs circa 1900.

We are pleased to offer this set of karl johan revival armchairs. Karl johan is the swedish movement same as empire and biedermeier.

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High shaped backs, showframe sides and scrolling arms, turned balls in line with the seat, each standing on four tapered legs.
Debenham Antiques Ltd

  strung with walnut to the back rest both sides and to the freize.  richly upholstered in green schemed fabric and matching braiding.

Rich golden colour and ready for everyday use.

Expected minor surface marks to woodwork, in line with age and use.

Seat height: 17 1/2"

Seat width: 22"

Seat depth: 21"

Arm height: 26"

Height
100.3cm (39.49")
Width
65.4cm (25.75")
Depth
55.9cm (22.01")
Date of Manufacture

Debenham Antiques Ltd has dated these Karl Johan Birch Armchairs to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1197139
Dealers Internal Ref
EA3853
Debenham Antiques Ltd
Debenham Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2012

We are a leading antique furniture dealer in the UK with over 60 years of experience.

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Debenham Antiques Ltd

Debenham Antiques Ltd
Telephone 07715 006 415
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73 High Street
Debenham
Suffolk
IP14 6QS
United Kingdom
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Debenham Antiques Ltd
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A set of four early 20th-century Karl Johan style birch armchairs featuring scroll arms and green striped upholstery.
EARLY 20TH CENTURY SET OF 4 KARL JOHAN INFLUENCED BIRCH ARMCHAIRS
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A set of four early 20th-century Karl Johan style birch armchairs featuring scroll arms and green striped upholstery.
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Karl Johan style refers to the Scandinavian interpretation of French Empire and Biedermeier design, named after King Karl XIV Johan of Sweden and Norway. It is characterised by clean neoclassical lines, blonde native woods like satin birch, and understated architectural detailing.

Cabinetmakers primarily utilised native light hardwoods, particularly satin birch veneers, polished to highlight natural grain patterns. The frames are constructed with traditional joinery and paired with tailored upholstery.

Key indicators include swept backrests, pronounced outgoing scroll armrests, and spherical finials positioned above tapered front legs. Early 20th-century examples display polished timber veneers alongside classic striped or geometric fabrics.

These chairs serve as structured accent seating in contemporary living rooms or as head chairs in formal dining spaces. The warm timber tones and architectural curves complement minimalist, neutral, or traditional decor schemes.

Dust the wood frame regularly with a soft, dry cloth and apply natural beeswax sparingly along the grain to protect the finish. Vacuum fabric upholstery on a gentle setting and address spills immediately with appropriate textile cleansers.
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