Victorian Country House Armchair 19th Century

Name: 19th Century Country House Armchair
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1227994
Price: 1400 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectArmchairs
Period19th century
StyleVictorian
MaterialMahogany, Fabric, Brass
ColourMulticoloured
MotifsDeep buttoning, Turned legs, Brass castors, Rolled arms
SizeH 86 cm (34 in) x W 78 cm (31 in) x D 90 cm (35 in)

This nineteenth-century English country house armchair has a high, deep-buttoned back with rolled arms, and stands on mahogany legs fitted with brass castors. The piece is upholstered in a multicoloured floral fabric, showing exposed webbing and uncompleted padding around the seat base that indicates a project ready for full reupholstery. Structurally sound, the chair measures 86 cm high, 78 cm wide, and 90 cm deep, with a seat height of 39 cm. Position this armchair in a living room, study, or bedroom where traditional seating suits the interior scheme. It serves as a comfortable reading chair or fireside seat once the upholstery work is completed to personal taste, blending well with classic country house or period interior designs.

FAQs

Nineteenth-century country house armchairs are characterized by their deep, comfortable seating, lower proportions, and robust construction. Designed for casual lounging, they frequently feature deep buttoning, coil-sprung seats, and turned timber legs fitted with brass castors.

The inner frames were typically constructed from solid hardwoods such as beech or oak using mortise and tenon joinery. Cushioning relied on natural fillings including horsehair, coconut fibre, and hessian, supported by hand-tied steel coil springs.

Authentic period armchairs feature hand-carved turned legs, original stamped brass castors, and evidence of traditional upholstery methods like hand-stitching and tack lines. Examining the timber undersides often reveals age-appropriate wear and historical frame construction.

A traditional armchair can be integrated into modern spaces by pairing it with minimalist lighting or contemporary side tables. Re-upholstering the frame in textured linen or bold graphic textiles creates a balanced contrast between historic form and modern aesthetics.

Keep the armchair away from direct heat sources and direct sunlight to prevent timber shrinkage and fabric fading. Vacuum textiles gently using a soft brush attachment and polish turned wooden legs with natural beeswax to preserve the patina.

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19th Century Country House Armchair