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Barrel Backed Armchair
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Barrel Backed Armchair

1900 - 1920
Description

A barrel backed armchair on Mahogany leg.

In good condition, upholstery is perfectly usable.

Now available from our large showroom in Marlborough, Wiltshire.

Delivery available - please contact us for a quote.

Physical Dimensions
Height
110cm (43.31")
Width
76cm (29.92")
Declaration

Ropeworks Antiques has dated this Antique Wingback Barrel Armchair to the 1900s.

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SA1214088
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Shop is not open all the time and it is advised that if you are travelling far then it is best to call first.

Buying and selling antique and decorative furniture and related items from a riverside setting in the beautiful market town of Marlborough, home of the second widest high street in the UK.

Lovely riverfront cafe on site.

Keys present only if stated.

Description
A barrel backed armchair on Mahogany leg.

In good condition, upholstery is perfectly usable.

Now available from our large showroom in Marlborough, Wiltshire.

Delivery available - please contact us for a quote.

Height
110cm (43.31")
Width
76cm (29.92")
Date of Manufacture

Ropeworks Antiques has dated this Antique Wingback Barrel Armchair to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1214088
Ropeworks Antiques
Ropeworks Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2012

Also on instagram - #ropeworksantiques

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A high-backed floral tapestry wingback armchair featuring carved shell details on cabriole front legs.
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Archive I A high-backed floral tapestry wingback armchair featuring carved shell details on cabriole front legs.

Barrel Backed Armchair

Archive II A high-backed floral tapestry wingback armchair featuring carved shell details on cabriole front legs. View II
Archive III A high-backed floral tapestry wingback armchair featuring carved shell details on cabriole front legs. View III
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Ropeworks Antiques

Ropeworks Antiques
Telephone 07725 509949
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The Old Ropeworks
Kennet Place
Marlborough
SN8 1NG
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/ropeworksantiques
Verified Since Dec 2012
Items For Sale 275
Items Sold 1,686
Ropeworks Antiques
Ropeworks Antiques
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Location: The Old Ropeworks, Kennet Place , Marlborough, SN8 1NG, United Kingdom
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A high-backed floral tapestry wingback armchair featuring carved shell details on cabriole front legs.
Barrel backed armchair
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A high-backed floral tapestry wingback armchair featuring carved shell details on cabriole front legs.
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  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleQueen Anne Style
  • MaterialTapestry Upholstery, Walnut, Hardwood
  • ColourBeige and Gold
  • MotifsCabriole legs, carved shell knees, wingback design, floral tapestry upholstery
  • SizeH 110 cm (43 in) x W 76 cm (30 in)

A Queen Anne style barrel backed armchair stands ready for everyday use in a traditional English country house interior, offering a comfortable seat in a living room, study or bedroom. The piece dates from 1900 and consists of a hardwood frame upholstered in beige and gold floral tapestry fabric with a wingback design. Walnut legs support the structure, terminating in cabriole front legs decorated with carved shell knees. The high back and deep wings wrap around the sitter, while the padded arms provide additional support. The upholstery remains clean and usable throughout the seat and back panels. Practical proportions measure 110 cm high and 76 cm wide, allowing the chair to fit neatly into corners or alongside fireplace hearths without dominating the floor space. Placed in a drawing room or library, the muted tones of the textile complement dark wood furniture and traditional decor schemes. Regular maintenance requires only light vacuuming of the tapestry surface to preserve the soft pile and woven details.

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A barrel back wing chair features a continuous curved backrest integrated with side wings designed to shelter the sitter from cold draughts. Popularised during the 18th century, these chairs combined formal elegance with functional comfort near open hearths.

Antique wing chairs typically feature solid hardwood frames made from walnut, mahogany, or oak, joined with traditional mortise and tenon joinery. High-grade examples incorporate hand-tacked upholstery, coil springs, natural horsehair stuffing, and detailed carved cabriole legs.

Look for hand-carved details on the knees of the legs, such as shell or acanthus leaf motifs, alongside authentic pad or claw feet. Original frame construction will show hand-sawn timber marks, corner blocks, and natural wear patterns on the wooden supports.

Place the chair beside a minimalist side table and a contemporary floor lamp to create a balanced reading nook. Pairing patterned period upholstery with neutral walls or sleek architectural lines provides a refined visual contrast without cluttering the space.

Keep the piece away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent textile fading and wood shrinkage. Clean the upholstery using a soft brush attachment on a vacuum cleaner, and periodically apply natural beeswax to the carved wooden legs.
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