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Victorian Mahogany Desk Chair
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Victorian Mahogany Desk Chair

19th century
Sold 1 January 1900 · Hingstons of Wilton
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Description

Victorian mahogany desk chair

This elegant Victorian mahogany desk chair is a fine example of 19th century craftsmanship, combining comfort, durability, and timeless style. The chair features a classic tub-shaped design with a curved back and armrests, upholstered in richly patinated buttoned leather.

The deep buttoned leather upholstery is finished with decorative brass studwork, enhancing its traditional character while providing a comfortable and supportive seat. The warm tones of the leather are beautifully complemented by the solid mahogany frame, which displays a rich grain and polished finish.

Raised on turned legs with original castors, the chair offers both stability and mobility, making it ideal for use as a desk chair, study chair, or accent piece in a traditional or contemporary interior.

Perfect for a home office, library, or study, this Victorian leather chair combines practical function with classic antique appeal.

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Dimensions

• Width: 64.5 cm (25 1/2 inches)

• Depth: 60 cm (23 1/2 inches)

• Height: 86 cm (33 3/4 inches)

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Key Features

• Victorian mahogany desk chair

• Classic tub-shaped design with curved back and arms

• Deep buttoned leather upholstery

• Decorative brass stud detailing

• Richly patinated leather with character

• Solid mahogany frame with fine grain

• Turned legs with castors for mobility

• Ideal for desk, study, or library use

“There is scarcely anything in the world that some man cannot make a little worse and sell a little more cheaply. The person who buys on price alone is this man’s lawful prey.”

• Delivery

• UK mainland FREE Other destinations please contact us, and we will get a quote. We use a professional Removal company to transport our precious items and do not entrust them to usual parcel services. Therefore, delivery may be 7 -10 days, but it is worth the wait of course.

• On occasions customers have been disappointed to miss an item as they e-mailed their enquiry instead of phoning, I would recommend that if you wished to get the piece, please call rather than e-mail. We are very friendly and easy to deal with.

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This Victorian buttoned leather desk chair is a green product and have not affected the environment we live in.

• We spend time choosing the best product, an antique item that must meet the strict criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock.

• Guarantee

This Victorian buttoned leather desk chair carries the Hingstons Antiques product guarantee plate which gives you the peace of mind that any item with this plate, is of the quality and condition expected when purchasing from Hingstons Antiques Limited. All our goods are individually selected by Nick Hingston who uses his experience of over 45 years of trading to select the items with the best design and condition suitable to be placed into our quality stock.

• PRICE MATCHING

• Antiques are unique, and it is impossible to price match in the normal way. Please consider the quality of product, and the care taken in our restoration, before deciding if you are looking at price comparison.

• When you choose to purchase an item from Hingstons, you will be purchasing a piece that will enhance your home.

• We spend time choosing the best product, an antique item that must meet the strict criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock.

• Hingstons Distance selling policy.

• Purchases from Hingstons Antiques Ltd give all buyers the right to cancel the purchase within 14 working days after receipt of the item, for a full refund less transport costs, on condition it is returned in the condition it was sent.

• Payment- We can accept payment by bank transfer, card transaction by phone, or cheque in store for UK customers, please contact us if you are an overseas customer.

• Items remain on sale until

Physical Dimensions
Height
86cm (33.86")
Width
64.5cm (25.39")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
Declaration

Hingstons of Wilton has dated this Victorian Leather Desk Chair to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1206304
Dealers Notes

PRICE MATCHING

Antiques are unique and it is impossible to price match in the normal way. Please take into account the quality of product, and the care taken in our restoration, before making a decision if you are looking at price comparison.

When you choose to purchase an item from Hingstons, you will be purchasing a piece that will enhance your home.

We spend time choosing the best product, an antique that has to meet the criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock.

Beware of cheaper imitations.

DISTANCE SELLING REGULATIONS

Purchases from Hingstons Antiques Ltd are covered under the Distance Selling Regulations, which give all buyers the right to cancel the purchase within 7 working days after receipt of the item, for a full refund less RETURN transport costs.

Description
Victorian mahogany desk chair
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This elegant Victorian mahogany desk chair is a fine example of 19th century craftsmanship, combining comfort, durability, and timeless style.
Hingstons of Wilton

The chair features a classic tub-shaped design with a curved back and armrests, upholstered in richly patinated buttoned leather.

fig 1. A Victorian mahogany desk chair featuring a curved horseshoe backrest with button-tufted brown leather, brass stud trim, and turned wood legs.
fig 1. Victorian Mahogany Desk Chair

The deep buttoned leather upholstery is finished with decorative brass studwork, enhancing its traditional character while providing a comfortable and supportive seat. The warm tones of the leather are beautifully complemented by the solid mahogany frame, which displays a rich grain and polished finish.

fig 2. A Victorian mahogany desk chair featuring a curved horseshoe backrest with button-tufted brown leather, brass stud trim, and turned wood legs.
fig 2. Victorian Mahogany Desk Chair

Raised on turned legs with original castors, the chair offers both stability and mobility, making it ideal for use as a desk chair, study chair, or accent piece in a traditional or contemporary interior.

fig 3. A Victorian mahogany desk chair featuring a curved horseshoe backrest with button-tufted brown leather, brass stud trim, and turned wood legs.
fig 3. Victorian Mahogany Desk Chair

Perfect for a home office, library, or study, this Victorian leather chair combines practical function with classic antique appeal.

________________________________________

Dimensions

• Width: 64.5 cm (25 1/2 inches)

fig 4. A Victorian mahogany desk chair featuring a curved horseshoe backrest with button-tufted brown leather, brass stud trim, and turned wood legs.
fig 4. Victorian Mahogany Desk Chair

• Depth: 60 cm (23 1/2 inches)

• Height: 86 cm (33 3/4 inches)

________________________________________

Key Features

• Victorian mahogany desk chair

• Classic tub-shaped design with curved back and arms

• Deep buttoned leather upholstery

fig 5. A Victorian mahogany desk chair featuring a curved horseshoe backrest with button-tufted brown leather, brass stud trim, and turned wood legs.
fig 5. Victorian Mahogany Desk Chair

• Decorative brass stud detailing

• Richly patinated leather with character

• Solid mahogany frame with fine grain

• Turned legs with castors for mobility

• Ideal for desk, study, or library use

“There is scarcely anything in the world that some man cannot make a little worse and sell a little more cheaply. The person who buys on price alone is this man’s lawful prey.”

fig 6. A Victorian mahogany desk chair featuring a curved horseshoe backrest with button-tufted brown leather, brass stud trim, and turned wood legs.
fig 6. Victorian Mahogany Desk Chair

• Delivery

• UK mainland FREE Other destinations please contact us, and we will get a quote. We use a professional Removal company to transport our precious items and do not entrust them to usual parcel services. Therefore, delivery may be 7 -10 days, but it is worth the wait of course.

fig 7. A Victorian mahogany desk chair featuring a curved horseshoe backrest with button-tufted brown leather, brass stud trim, and turned wood legs.
fig 7. Victorian Mahogany Desk Chair

• On occasions customers have been disappointed to miss an item as they e-mailed their enquiry instead of phoning, I would recommend that if you wished to get the piece, please call rather than e-mail. We are very friendly and easy to deal with.

fig 8. A Victorian mahogany desk chair featuring a curved horseshoe backrest with button-tufted brown leather, brass stud trim, and turned wood legs.
fig 8. Victorian Mahogany Desk Chair

•

This Victorian buttoned leather desk chair is a green product and have not affected the environment we live in.

• We spend time choosing the best product, an antique item that must meet the strict criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock.

fig 9. A Victorian mahogany desk chair featuring a curved horseshoe backrest with button-tufted brown leather, brass stud trim, and turned wood legs.
fig 9. Victorian Mahogany Desk Chair

• Guarantee

This Victorian buttoned leather desk chair carries the Hingstons Antiques product guarantee plate which gives you the peace of mind that any item with this plate, is of the quality and condition expected when purchasing from Hingstons Antiques Limited. All our goods are individually selected by Nick Hingston who uses his experience of over 45 years of trading to select the items with the best design and condition suitable to be placed into our quality stock.

• PRICE MATCHING

• Antiques are unique, and it is impossible to price match in the normal way. Please consider the quality of product, and the care taken in our restoration, before deciding if you are looking at price comparison.

• When you choose to purchase an item from Hingstons, you will be purchasing a piece that will enhance your home.

• We spend time choosing the best product, an antique item that must meet the strict criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock.

• Hingstons Distance selling policy.

• Purchases from Hingstons Antiques Ltd give all buyers the right to cancel the purchase within 14 working days after receipt of the item, for a full refund less transport costs, on condition it is returned in the condition it was sent.

• Payment- We can accept payment by bank transfer, card transaction by phone, or cheque in store for UK customers, please contact us if you are an overseas customer.

• Items remain on sale until

Height
86cm (33.86")
Width
64.5cm (25.39")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
Date of Manufacture

Hingstons of Wilton has dated this Victorian Leather Desk Chair to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1206304
Hingstons of Wilton
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2010
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Hingstons of Wilton Profile Page

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A Victorian mahogany desk chair featuring a curved horseshoe backrest with button-tufted brown leather, brass stud trim, and turned wood legs.
Victorian mahogany desk chair
Ref: SA1206304
A Victorian mahogany desk chair featuring a curved horseshoe backrest with button-tufted brown leather, brass stud trim, and turned wood legs.
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  • ObjectDesk Chairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Leather, Brass
  • ColourChestnut Brown
  • MotifsButton tufting, Horseshoe backrest, Turned legs, Brass studding
  • SizeH 86 cm (34 in) x W 64.5 cm (25 in) x D 60 cm (24 in)

This Victorian desk chair belongs to the Victorian period and exhibits a classic horseshoe backrest and a tub-shaped profile. The piece uses solid mahogany and chestnut brown leather, complemented by a polished finish and decorative brass studding along the upholstery edges. Details include deep button tufting on the curved back and armrests, turned wooden support spindles beneath the arms, and turned wooden legs equipped with castors. The framework shows a visible wood grain, while the leather exhibits a rich patina with signs of age and natural variation in tone. The dimensions are 86 cm high, 64.5 cm wide, and 60 cm deep. Suitable for placement in a gentleman's library, a home office, or a study, the chair serves as a functional seating option at a desk or as an accent piece in a traditional or contemporary interior. The solid mahogany construction provides structural stability, while the mounted castors allow mobility across floor surfaces. The design accommodates daily use as a study chair, combining practical utility with period character through its combination of wood and leather materials.

Victorian desk chairs originated during the 19th century and were designed for studies, libraries, and offices. They typically feature low-slung horseshoe or tub-shaped backs, solid timber frames such as mahogany or walnut, and button-tufted leather upholstery secured with decorative brass studs.

These chairs are predominantly crafted using dense hardwoods like mahogany or oak, coupled with genuine bovine leather upholstery. Structural joinery incorporates hand-cut mortise and tenon joints, while natural horsehair padding and brass upholstery tacks complete the interior framing.

Authentic period examples display signs of hand-carved joinery, individual brass studs rather than modern studded strips, and natural wear or craquelure on the leather surface. The timber framing often exhibits hand-turned legs and stretchers with historical wood grain variations.

Incorporate the chair alongside a minimalist modern desk or pair it with dark wood furniture to anchor a dedicated home study. The rich leather tones provide textural contrast against neutral plaster walls or bold modern backdrop artwork.

Keep the piece away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent leather drying and timber shrinkage. Clean the leather periodically with a specialist leather conditioner, and polish the mahogany frame using natural beeswax to preserve the original patina.
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