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Victorian Mahogany Armchair
Arundel Decorative
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Victorian Mahogany Armchair

19th century
Description

A beautifully restored Victorian armchair crafted in rich mahogany, showcasing the elegant curves and carved detailing typical of the period.

The frame has a lovely depth of colour and a gentle sheen, highlighting the quality of the timber and the craftsmanship of the era

The chair has been newly upholstered in a vibrant botanical tapestry fabric, featuring birds, flowers and foliage in soft greens, pinks and blues. The fresh upholstery brings a lively, decorative charm to the piece while complementing the warmth of the mahogany. Deep buttoning to the backrest adds texture and a classic Victorian flourish and the cabriole legs complete the silhouette with grace.

Comfortable, characterful and full of visual interest, this armchair works beautifully as an accent piece in a sitting room, bedroom or hallway. It’s ideal for period interiors, eclectic homes, or anyone looking for a statement chair with both heritage and freshness.

A lovely example of Victorian design, newly revived.

Delivery can be arranged throughout the UK.

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Arundel Decorative has dated this Victorian Carved Mahogany Armchair to the Victorian era.

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A beautifully restored Victorian armchair crafted in rich mahogany, showcasing the elegant curves and carved detailing typical of the period.
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The frame has a lovely depth of colour and a gentle sheen, highlighting the quality of the timber and the craftsmanship of the era.
Arundel Decorative
fig 1. A Victorian carved mahogany armchair featuring an oval button-backed backrest, padded armrests, and botanical floral upholstery set on cabriole legs with brass castors.
fig 1. Victorian Mahogany Armchair

The chair has been newly upholstered in a vibrant botanical tapestry fabric, featuring birds, flowers and foliage in soft greens, pinks and blues. The fresh upholstery brings a lively, decorative charm to the piece while complementing the warmth of the mahogany. Deep buttoning to the backrest adds texture and a classic Victorian flourish and the cabriole legs complete the silhouette with grace.

fig 2. A Victorian carved mahogany armchair featuring an oval button-backed backrest, padded armrests, and botanical floral upholstery set on cabriole legs with brass castors.
fig 2. Victorian Mahogany Armchair

Comfortable, characterful and full of visual interest, this armchair works beautifully as an accent piece in a sitting room, bedroom or hallway. It’s ideal for period interiors, eclectic homes, or anyone looking for a statement chair with both heritage and freshness.

A lovely example of Victorian design, newly revived.

Delivery can be arranged throughout the UK.

Date of Manufacture

Arundel Decorative has dated this Victorian Carved Mahogany Armchair to the Victorian era.

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SA1227388
Arundel Decorative
Arundel Decorative
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Decorative french and period english furniture

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Archive I A Victorian carved mahogany armchair featuring an oval button-backed backrest, padded armrests, and botanical floral upholstery set on cabriole legs with brass castors.

Victorian Mahogany Armchair

Archive II A Victorian carved mahogany armchair featuring an oval button-backed backrest, padded armrests, and botanical floral upholstery set on cabriole legs with brass castors. View II
Archive III A Victorian carved mahogany armchair featuring an oval button-backed backrest, padded armrests, and botanical floral upholstery set on cabriole legs with brass castors. View III
Archive IV A Victorian carved mahogany armchair featuring an oval button-backed backrest, padded armrests, and botanical floral upholstery set on cabriole legs with brass castors. View IV
Archive V A Victorian carved mahogany armchair featuring an oval button-backed backrest, padded armrests, and botanical floral upholstery set on cabriole legs with brass castors. View V
Archive VI A Victorian carved mahogany armchair featuring an oval button-backed backrest, padded armrests, and botanical floral upholstery set on cabriole legs with brass castors. View VI
Archive VII A Victorian carved mahogany armchair featuring an oval button-backed backrest, padded armrests, and botanical floral upholstery set on cabriole legs with brass castors. View VII
Archive VIII A Victorian carved mahogany armchair featuring an oval button-backed backrest, padded armrests, and botanical floral upholstery set on cabriole legs with brass castors. View VIII
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Rear of 18 High Street
Arundel
West Sussex
BN18 9AB
United Kingdom
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A Victorian carved mahogany armchair featuring an oval button-backed backrest, padded armrests, and botanical floral upholstery set on cabriole legs with brass castors.
Victorian Mahogany Armchair
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Victorian armchairs are mid-to-late 19th-century seating items characterised by dark hardwood frames, elaborate carving, and comfortable, deep upholstery. Design influences frequently include Rococo Revival forms with sweeping curves, oval backrests, and carved floral motifs.

These armchairs were typically constructed from solid hardwoods such as mahogany, walnut, or rosewood. The internal upholstery traditionally incorporated iron coil springs, horsehair filling, jute webbing, and decorative brass castors on the front legs.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit hand-carved detailing, frame joinery featuring mortise and tenon joints, and natural age-related wear or patination on the timber. Original brass castors, hand-stitched webbing underneath, and heavy mahogany framing are key indicators of mid-to-late 19th-century origins.

A Victorian armchair can serve as a focal statement piece in a modern living room, study, or bedroom. Reupholstering in contemporary or vibrant botanical fabrics bridges the gap between historical woodwork and modern decor schemes.

The timber frame should be dusted regularly with a soft cloth and polished periodically using natural beeswax to maintain the finish. Upholstery requires gentle vacuuming with a soft brush attachment and immediate spot cleaning for spills using appropriate fabric cleaners.
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