Victorian Button Back Armchair 19th Century

Name: 19th Century Button Back Armchair
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1230057
Price: 1650 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectArmchairs
Period19th century
StyleVictorian
MaterialMahogany, Fabric, Brass
ColourDusty Rose
MotifsDeep buttoning, Turned legs, Brass castors, Padded arms

This nineteenth-century Victorian armchair displays a robust mahogany frame covered in a dusty rose fabric. The high, upright backrest features deep buttoning with closely spaced tufts creating a regular diamond pattern across the surface. Low, padded armrests slope outward slightly from the back, offering gentle support. The seat cushion is plump and firm, resting on a wooden apron that shows signs of historic wear along the lower edge. Four turned wooden legs support the seat structure, tapering slightly toward the floor and terminating in small brass castors. The exposed timber of the legs and feet shows a dark, polished finish with minor surface blemishes from years of use. Measuring 90 cm in height, 85 cm in width, and 80 cm in depth, this chair fits comfortably into a traditional living room, library, or reading corner. It functions well as a fireside seat or an occasional armchair in an English country house interior, bringing a soft textural element and muted colour to the domestic space.

FAQs

A 19th-century button back armchair is characterised by deep-tufted buttoning across the backrest, a technique popularised during the Victorian era. This upholstery method secures internal padding while creating a textured, decorative diamond pattern.

These chairs were constructed with hardwood frames, such as mahogany, oak, or walnut. Internal padding typically comprised horsehair, jute webbing, and steel coil springs, finished with woven fabrics, velvet, or leather.

Authentic Victorian examples feature hand-turned wooden legs fitted with brass castors, hand-stitched upholstery under-layers, and solid hardwood frames joined with traditional mortise and tenon joinery.

Position the armchair alongside modern minimalist side tables or neutral soft furnishings to create a balanced contrast between historical craft and contemporary design.

Vacuum the fabric gently using a soft brush attachment to remove dust from deep button recesses. Keep the piece away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent timber warping and upholstery fading.

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19th Century Button Back Armchair