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Early 20th C Scottish School Leather Fireside Chair
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Early 20th C Scottish School Leather Fireside Chair

1900 - 1920
For Sale by Elmgarden
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Early 20th C Scottish School Leather Fireside Chair

This piece is being offered from a dispersal sale of Arts and Crafts mainly Liberty and Scottish School pieces which will be listed in the following days

This is an early Scottish School leather fireside chair in untouched original condition, the chair is leather studded and has the rather square lines of an early 20th century design, this is a great interior design piece. There is a great amount of wear and patina to the leather which has been well distressed through years of use, the chair also comes with a pair of hand made Kilim Carpet Cushions, the chair is 31” high, 24” wide and 24” deep (seat height 17”)

TPM222

To get an accurate delivery quote please send the item number with your location to Elmgarden Antiques.

Physical Dimensions
Height
79cm (31.10")
Width
61cm (24.02")
Depth
61cm (24.02")
Declaration

Elmgarden has dated this Scottish Leather Fireside Armchair to the 1920s.

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SA1234003
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TPM222
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Early 20th C Scottish School Leather Fireside Chair
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This piece is being offered from a dispersal sale of Arts and Crafts mainly Liberty and Scottish School pieces which will be listed in the following days.
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fig 1. An early 20th-century Scottish School fireside armchair upholstered in aged dark brown leather with metal stud detailing and an oak frame.
fig 1. Early 20th C Scottish School Leather Fireside Chair

This is an early Scottish School leather fireside chair in untouched original condition, the chair is leather studded and has the rather square lines of an early 20th century design, this is a great interior design piece. There is a great amount of wear and patina to the leather which has been well distressed through years of use, the chair also comes with a pair of hand made Kilim Carpet Cushions, the chair is 31” high, 24” wide and 24” deep (seat height 17”)

TPM222

To get an accurate delivery quote please send the item number with your location to Elmgarden Antiques.

Height
79cm (31.10")
Width
61cm (24.02")
Depth
61cm (24.02")
Date of Manufacture

Elmgarden has dated this Scottish Leather Fireside Armchair to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1234003
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TPM222
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Archive I An early 20th-century Scottish School fireside armchair upholstered in aged dark brown leather with metal stud detailing and an oak frame.

Early 20th C Scottish School Leather Fireside Chair

Archive II An early 20th-century Scottish School fireside armchair upholstered in aged dark brown leather with metal stud detailing and an oak frame. View II
Archive III An early 20th-century Scottish School fireside armchair upholstered in aged dark brown leather with metal stud detailing and an oak frame. View III
Archive IV An early 20th-century Scottish School fireside armchair upholstered in aged dark brown leather with metal stud detailing and an oak frame. View IV
Archive V An early 20th-century Scottish School fireside armchair upholstered in aged dark brown leather with metal stud detailing and an oak frame. View V
Archive VI An early 20th-century Scottish School fireside armchair upholstered in aged dark brown leather with metal stud detailing and an oak frame. View VI
Archive VII An early 20th-century Scottish School fireside armchair upholstered in aged dark brown leather with metal stud detailing and an oak frame. View VII
Archive VIII An early 20th-century Scottish School fireside armchair upholstered in aged dark brown leather with metal stud detailing and an oak frame. View VIII
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An early 20th-century Scottish School fireside armchair upholstered in aged dark brown leather with metal stud detailing and an oak frame.
Early 20th C Scottish School Leather Fireside Chair
Ref: SA1234003
An early 20th-century Scottish School fireside armchair upholstered in aged dark brown leather with metal stud detailing and an oak frame.
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  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleScottish School
  • MaterialLeather, Oak, Metal Studs
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsMetal studding, Enclosed arms, Turned front legs, H-stretcher base
  • SizeH 79 cm (31 in) x W 61 cm (24 in) x D 61 cm (24 in)

This early 20th-century Scottish School fireside armchair follows a traditional form with dark brown leather upholstery over an oak frame, finished with metal studding along the borders and enclosed arms. The piece stands on turned front legs connected by an H-stretcher base and displays significant wear and aged patina across the leather surfaces. Measuring 79 cm high, 61 cm wide, and 61 cm deep, the chair occupies a compact footprint suitable for a gentleman's library or a fireside seating arrangement in a living room. It functions effectively as a standalone accent chair or an occasional seat for reading and relaxing. The armchair retains its untouched original condition and incorporates a pair of handmade Kilim carpet cushions to complete the seat. The design incorporates clean geometric lines typical of early Scottish School furniture, complemented by exposed metal tacks and visible structural joins. The darkened timber and distressed leather provide a tactile texture that suits traditional or eclectic interiors. Placed beside a fireplace or in a study, the chair offers practical seating while serving as a distinct focal point through its raw craftsmanship and historic character.

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Originating around the turn of the 20th century, Scottish School furniture reflects the core principles of the Arts and Crafts movement, featuring sturdy wood framing, functional geometric forms, and restrained ornamental detail often tied to Celtic or naturalistic influences.

These chairs were constructed using solid hardwood frames such as oak or beech, upholstered in thick hide leather fastened with iron or brass studding, and reinforced with lower stretchers for structural durability.

Authentic period pieces feature hand-tacked metal studwork, hand-turned or square-cut timber legs with traditional joinery, and genuine age-related surface wear and patination across the leather upholstery.

Position the chair in a study nook, beside a fireplace, or near a window paired with a timber side table and natural fibre textiles to introduce historical texture and contrast into contemporary spaces.

Keep original leather away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent cracking, apply specialist leather preserve periodically to maintain flexibility, and gently dust the timber frame with a soft cloth.
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