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Description

A good quality 19th century armchair in walnut with a comfortable shaped back, deep upholstered seat, standing on turned walnut front legs with the original castors, all in good strong condition, seating height 45cm, a comfortable chair.

Date of Manufacture

Millers Antiques has dated this Victorian Captains Armchair to the 1880s.

Physical Dimensions

Height

76cm (29.92")

Width

70cm (27.56")

Depth

60cm (23.62")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1216196

Dealers Notes

Millers Antiques 1-5 Church Street, Wooler. Northumberland NE716BZ.

Telephone 01668282308 or 07714332441

All measurements taken at the widest point.

Shop open 10-4.30 weekdays Winter hours may vary please call 01668282308 in advance.

Description

Date of Manufacture

Millers Antiques has dated this Victorian Captains Armchair to the 1880s.

Physical Dimensions

Height

76cm (29.92")

Width

70cm (27.56")

Depth

60cm (23.62")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1216196

About the Dealer

Millers Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2012

Antiques since 1947.

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A 19th-century Victorian captains armchair featuring a curved, button-tufted green velvet backrest, turned wooden spindles, and a circular upholstered seat raised on turned legs with castors.

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Telephone 01668 282 308 or 07714 332 441

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1-5 Church Street
Wooler
Northumberland
NE71 6BZ
United Kingdom

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ObjectArmchairs
Period19th century
StyleVictorian
MaterialMahogany, Velvet, Brass
ColourGreen
MotifsButton tufting, Turned spindles, Scroll arms, Castor wheels
SizeH 76 cm (30 in) x W 70 cm (28 in) x D 60 cm (24 in)

FAQs

A captains armchair from the Victorian era typically features a low, rounded tub backrest, often with button tufting, supported by spindles above a revolving or stationary seat designed for utility in studies and offices.

These chairs were traditionally constructed from dense hardwoods such as mahogany, walnut, or oak, featuring upholstered seats and backrests in horsehair fabric, leather, or velvet.

Authentic pieces exhibit period-appropriate joinery, hand-turned wooden components, traditional stuffing materials within the upholstery, and signs of genuine age-related patination on the timber and hardware.

Pairing the chair with a minimalist modern desk creates a striking contrast that highlights the rich textures of the historical wood and upholstery while maintaining functional workspace utility.

Maintain the piece by avoiding direct sunlight to prevent fading, using specialist wood wax periodically, and gently vacuuming upholstered surfaces with a low-suction attachment.