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Pair of Antique Carved Mahogany Library Armchairs
Lee Hawkins Antiques & Interiors
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Pair of Antique Carved Mahogany Library Armchairs

19th century
Description

A fine pair of mid-19th-century carved mahogany library armchairs, richly upholstered in deep blue button-tufted velvet.

These elegant chairs display beautifully shaped backs with deep buttoning, generous seats, and boldly carved scrolling arms terminating in classical volute scrolls.

The seats are supported by finely carved cabriole legs, each detailed with acanthus leaf carving and scrollwork, The frames retain a rich, warm mahogany tone, offering excellent contrast against the original blue velvet upholstery.

Comfortable, decorative, and full of character, these chairs are ideal as a statement pair in a living room, bedroom, study, or boutique interior.

Key Features

Pair antique armchairs

Carved mahogany frames with scrolling arms

Cabriole legs with acanthus leaf detailing

Deep button-tufted blue upholstery

Elegant proportions with strong visual presence

Condition

Presented in good antique condition. The frames are solid and structurally sound. Upholstery shows age-related wear and patina consistent with period seating, adding to their authentic character. Ready for use as they are, or suitable for re-upholstery if desired.

Dimensions (each chair)

height 93cm x width 65cm x depth 58cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
93cm (36.61")
Width
65cm (25.59")
Depth
58cm (22.83")
Declaration

Lee Hawkins Antiques & Interiors has dated these Mahogany Library Armchairs to the 19th Century.

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SA1218081
Description
A fine pair of mid-19th-century carved mahogany library armchairs, richly upholstered in deep blue button-tufted velvet.
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These elegant chairs display beautifully shaped backs with deep buttoning, generous seats, and boldly carved scrolling arms terminating in classical volute scrolls.
Lee Hawkins Antiques & Interiors
fig 1. A pair of Victorian carved mahogany armchairs with button-backed blue velvet upholstery and detailed carved legs.
fig 1. Pair of Antique Carved Mahogany Library Armchairs

The seats are supported by finely carved cabriole legs, each detailed with acanthus leaf carving and scrollwork, The frames retain a rich, warm mahogany tone, offering excellent contrast against the original blue velvet upholstery.

fig 2. A pair of Victorian carved mahogany armchairs with button-backed blue velvet upholstery and detailed carved legs.
fig 2. Pair of Antique Carved Mahogany Library Armchairs

Comfortable, decorative, and full of character, these chairs are ideal as a statement pair in a living room, bedroom, study, or boutique interior.

Key Features

Pair antique armchairs

Carved mahogany frames with scrolling arms

fig 3. A pair of Victorian carved mahogany armchairs with button-backed blue velvet upholstery and detailed carved legs.
fig 3. Pair of Antique Carved Mahogany Library Armchairs

Cabriole legs with acanthus leaf detailing

Deep button-tufted blue upholstery

Elegant proportions with strong visual presence

Condition

Presented in good antique condition. The frames are solid and structurally sound. Upholstery shows age-related wear and patina consistent with period seating, adding to their authentic character. Ready for use as they are, or suitable for re-upholstery if desired.

Dimensions (each chair)

height 93cm x width 65cm x depth 58cm

Height
93cm (36.61")
Width
65cm (25.59")
Depth
58cm (22.83")
Date of Manufacture

Lee Hawkins Antiques & Interiors has dated these Mahogany Library Armchairs to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1218081
Lee Hawkins Antiques & Interiors
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Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2012
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Lee Hawkins Antiques & Interiors

Lee Hawkins Antiques & Interiors
Telephone 01446 744271 or 07973 734452
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Unit 15
Palmers Vale Business Centre
Palmerston Road
Barry
Glamorgan
CF63 2XA
United Kingdom
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Victorian library armchairs are characterised by solid hardwood framescommonly mahogany, walnut, or rosewoodfeaturing deep buttoned upholstery, carved decorative accents such as acanthus leaves, and substantial proportions designed for comfort during extended reading.

Frame construction typically utilised dense hardwoods such as mahogany or oak, joined with traditional mortise and tenon craftsmanship. Upholstery layered natural materials including horsehair, jute webbing, coil springs, and fabrics like velvet, wool, or leather.

Authentic period pieces exhibit hand-carved decorative motifs showing subtle human variations, natural patination on untamed wood surfaces, traditional joinery visible under the seat frame, and heavy timber weight typical of old-growth mahogany.

Antique library armchairs function well as statement accent pieces paired with a modern desk, placed alongside a contemporary sofa, or set in a reading corner flanked by minimalist lighting.

Timber frames should be dusted with a soft cloth and conditioned periodically using natural beeswax polish. Velvet upholstery requires gentle vacuuming with a soft brush attachment and immediate spot-cleaning using dry cleaning solvents rather than water.
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