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Antique Victorian Mahogany Open Armchair C.1880
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Antique Victorian Mahogany Open Armchair C.1880

19th century
For Sale by MebleinUK
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A beautiful and characterful antique open armchair, dating from the late Victorian period, circa 1880

The chair has an elegant, restrained design with a tall open back featuring a finely reeded upper rail and an attractive pierced central panel decorated with a sequence of oval motifs.

Particularly attractive are the long, gently shaped wooden armrests, supported at the front by slender turned uprights with finely ringed decoration. The straight legs are joined by stretchers, creating a strong and well balanced traditional frame.

The chair has been finished with a striking deep blue velvet upholstered seat, providing an attractive contrast against the warm, dark tones of the timber.

Its relatively compact proportions make this a very versatile antique chair. It would work particularly well as a desk chair, occasional armchair, bedroom chair, hallway chair or statement chair within both traditional and contemporary interiors.

Seat Height: 42 cm

The timber retains a rich aged colour and attractive patina, with the small variations and signs of previous use that give an antique piece its individual character.

Physical Dimensions
Height
89cm (35.04")
Width
57cm (22.44")
Depth
45cm (17.72")
Declaration

MebleinUK has dated this Victorian Mahogany Open Armchair to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1230779
Dealers Internal Reference
B207
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A beautiful and characterful antique open armchair, dating from the late Victorian period, circa 1880
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The chair has an elegant, restrained design with a tall open back featuring a finely reeded upper rail and an attractive pierced central panel decorated with a sequence of oval motifs.
MebleinUK
fig 1. A Victorian mahogany open armchair featuring a reeded top rail, turned arm supports, and a blue upholstered seat.
fig 1. Antique Victorian Mahogany Open Armchair C.1880

Particularly attractive are the long, gently shaped wooden armrests, supported at the front by slender turned uprights with finely ringed decoration. The straight legs are joined by stretchers, creating a strong and well balanced traditional frame.

fig 2. A Victorian mahogany open armchair featuring a reeded top rail, turned arm supports, and a blue upholstered seat.
fig 2. Antique Victorian Mahogany Open Armchair C.1880

The chair has been finished with a striking deep blue velvet upholstered seat, providing an attractive contrast against the warm, dark tones of the timber.

Its relatively compact proportions make this a very versatile antique chair. It would work particularly well as a desk chair, occasional armchair, bedroom chair, hallway chair or statement chair within both traditional and contemporary interiors.

Seat Height: 42 cm

The timber retains a rich aged colour and attractive patina, with the small variations and signs of previous use that give an antique piece its individual character.

Height
89cm (35.04")
Width
57cm (22.44")
Depth
45cm (17.72")
Date of Manufacture

MebleinUK has dated this Victorian Mahogany Open Armchair to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1230779
Dealers Internal Ref
B207
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Archive I A Victorian mahogany open armchair featuring a reeded top rail, turned arm supports, and a blue upholstered seat.

Antique Victorian Mahogany Open Armchair C.1880

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A Victorian mahogany open armchair featuring a reeded top rail, turned arm supports, and a blue upholstered seat.
Antique Victorian Mahogany Open Armchair c.1880
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A Victorian mahogany open armchair featuring a reeded top rail, turned arm supports, and a blue upholstered seat.
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  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Velvet, Timber
  • ColourDark Brown, Teal Blue
  • MotifsReeded top rail, Turned arm supports, Pierced back rail, Straight stretcher base
  • SizeH 89 cm (35 in) x W 57 cm (22 in) x D 45 cm (18 in)

This Victorian open armchair dates from circa 1880 and is formed from dark brown mahogany with a deep teal blue velvet seat. The tall open back incorporates a reeded top rail and a pierced central panel decorated with a sequence of oval motifs. Long, curved wooden armrests rest on slender turned uprights with ringed detailing, and straight legs connect via a traditional stretcher base. The timber displays a rich aged patina with small variations and signs of previous use. Measuring 89 cm high, 57 cm wide, and 45 cm deep with a 42 cm seat height, the compact proportions allow placement as a desk chair, occasional armchair, bedroom chair, hallway chair, or statement piece in traditional and contemporary interiors.

A Victorian open armchair features an exposed timber frame with un-upholstered space below the armrests, a cushioned seat panel, and structured back support. Originating in the late 19th century, these chairs served as functional seating in studies, dining halls, or parlours.

Craftsmen primarily utilised solid hardwoods such as mahogany, walnut, and oak, assembled using mortise and tenon joinery. Seats were structured with internal webbing and springs, trimmed with fabrics including velvet, horsehair, or wool damask.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-finished details like reeding or turnings, hand-cut joinery, and a natural surface patina developed over time. Look for subtle timber grain irregularities and evidence of age on the frame underside.

Position the armchair as an accent seat alongside a contemporary side table or integrate it into a dedicated home office setup. Combining rich mahogany tones with neutral wall palettes provides a balanced visual contrast between period timber and modern finishes.

Dust the timber frame regularly using a dry microfiber cloth and apply a natural beeswax polish annually to protect the grain. Keep the chair positioned away from direct radiator heat and direct sunlight to avoid wood shrinkage and fabric discolouration.
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