Victorian Mahogany Armchairs Pair 19th Century

Name: A Pair of Late Victorian Armchairs
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1209036
Price: 125 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectArmchairs
Period19th century
StyleVictorian
MaterialMahogany, Damask
ColourDark Brown, Pink
MotifsPierced splat, cabriole legs, carved crest rail, shaped armrests
SizeH 98 cm (39 in) x W 61 cm (24 in) x D 62 cm (24 in)

This pair of late Victorian armchairs is made of dark brown mahogany with pink damask upholstery. Each chair has an extensively carved crest rail, an open pierced back splat, shaped armrests, cabriole arm supports, overstuffed seats, and cabriole legs. The timber displays a rich dark brown tone, complemented by patterned pink damask fabric covering the seats. Both chairs are sturdy and well-suited for everyday seating needs in a living room, study, or bedroom setting. Each armchair measures 98 cm high, 61 cm wide, and 62 cm deep. These traditional armchairs fit comfortably around a fireplace, beside a reading table, or placed symmetrically as accent seating in a formal drawing room. The classic silhouette and decorative wood carving provide a refined seating option that integrates smoothly into period interiors as well as updated traditional homes.

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Late Victorian armchairs frequently drew inspiration from 18th-century revival styles, notably Chippendale and Hepplewhite. Common characteristics include intricately pierced back splats, carved top rails, curved armrests, and cabriole or turned legs.

These pieces were predominantly constructed from dense hardwoods such as mahogany, walnut, or rosewood. Upholstery traditionally utilised natural fibres, woven damask, brocade, or horsehair padding over steel springs or webbing.

Authentic period examples exhibit hand-carved decorative elements with slight asymmetry, traditional mortise and tenon joinery, dark natural wood patina, and signs of age or wear on underside framing and joint fixings.

Pairs of mahogany armchairs function well placed either side of a fireplace, flanking a console table in a hallway, or served as accent seating in a master bedroom to introduce warmth and structure to modern schemes.

Timber frames should be dusted regularly with a soft cloth and conditioned periodically with a natural beeswax polish. Fabric upholstery requires vacuuming with a soft brush attachment and professional spot cleaning to prevent fading and textile wear.

Robert Dee

A Pair of Late Victorian Armchairs

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