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Regency Mahogany Tub Library Armchair, English 19th Century
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Regency Mahogany Tub Library Armchair, English 19th Century

19th century
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A Good Quality Late Regency Period Mahogany Tub Library Armchair, Having Swept Upholstered Back With Attractive Scrolling Arms And Carved Moulded Decoration, Raised On Elegant Turned And Tapering Legs, Headed By Fine Tulip Carved Decoration, Terminating On Old Brass Cup Castors.

This is a quite charming late Regency period library armchair, with relatively compact proportions which leave it open to being utilised in a whole variety of different places around the home, for a whole host of differing purposes.

It is very good quality in terms of both its construction and the timbers used, being made from well chosen mahogany which has developed a pleasing rich colour and surface. The scrolling arms with their carved moulded decoration are particularly attractive and highlight the overall quality and elegance of the chair.

Another particularly good feature is the elegant turned and tapering legs, with finely executed tulip carved decoration to the upper sections. The brass cup castors may well not be original, but they are certainly old period replacements and sit extremely well.

One of the great attractions of an armchair such as this is its versatility. Whilst originally conceived as a library or drawing room chair, its compact proportions mean that today it could work equally well alongside a desk, in a bedroom or dressing room, or simply as an occasional armchair within a sitting room, without dominating the space.

As with all items which we offer for sale, this chair has been inspected and attended to in our workshops by our highly skilled antique furniture restorers and received a natural wax polish before being placed on sale, to ensure it is ready for immediate placement within the home. The upholstery has also been very recently replaced and is therefore in excellent condition.

Circa 1835. 

Height 36.25in.

Width 22in.

Depth 24in

Seat Height 18in approx. 

Physical Dimensions
Height
92cm (36.22")
Width
56cm (22.05")
Depth
61cm (24.02")
Declaration

S and S Timms Antiques Ltd has dated this Regency Mahogany Tub Armchair to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1234775
Dealers Internal Reference
9801
Dealers Notes

A Careful Selection Of High Quality Town And Country Furniture For The Home From The 17th, 18th, 19th And Early 20th Centuries.

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Description
A Good Quality Late Regency Period Mahogany Tub Library Armchair, Having Swept Upholstered Back With Attractive Scrolling Arms And Carved Moulded Decoration, Raised On Elegant Turned And Tapering Legs, Headed By Fine Tulip Carved Decoration, Terminating On Old Brass Cup Castors.
fig 1. A 19th-century English Regency mahogany tub armchair with cream upholstery, scrolled armrests, turned legs, and brass castors.
fig 1. Regency Mahogany Tub Library Armchair, English 19th Century

This is a quite charming late Regency period library armchair, with relatively compact proportions which leave it open to being utilised in a whole variety of different places around the home, for a whole host of differing purposes.

It is very good quality in terms of both its construction and the timbers used, being made from well chosen mahogany which has developed a pleasing rich colour and surface.
S and S Timms Antiques Ltd

The scrolling arms with their carved moulded decoration are particularly attractive and highlight the overall quality and elegance of the chair.

fig 2. A 19th-century English Regency mahogany tub armchair with cream upholstery, scrolled armrests, turned legs, and brass castors.
fig 2. Regency Mahogany Tub Library Armchair, English 19th Century

Another particularly good feature is the elegant turned and tapering legs, with finely executed tulip carved decoration to the upper sections. The brass cup castors may well not be original, but they are certainly old period replacements and sit extremely well.

fig 3. A 19th-century English Regency mahogany tub armchair with cream upholstery, scrolled armrests, turned legs, and brass castors.
fig 3. Regency Mahogany Tub Library Armchair, English 19th Century

One of the great attractions of an armchair such as this is its versatility. Whilst originally conceived as a library or drawing room chair, its compact proportions mean that today it could work equally well alongside a desk, in a bedroom or dressing room, or simply as an occasional armchair within a sitting room, without dominating the space.

fig 4. A 19th-century English Regency mahogany tub armchair with cream upholstery, scrolled armrests, turned legs, and brass castors.
fig 4. Regency Mahogany Tub Library Armchair, English 19th Century

As with all items which we offer for sale, this chair has been inspected and attended to in our workshops by our highly skilled antique furniture restorers and received a natural wax polish before being placed on sale, to ensure it is ready for immediate placement within the home. The upholstery has also been very recently replaced and is therefore in excellent condition.

Circa 1835. 

Height 36.25in.

Width 22in.

Depth 24in

Seat Height 18in approx. 

Height
92cm (36.22")
Width
56cm (22.05")
Depth
61cm (24.02")
Date of Manufacture

S and S Timms Antiques Ltd has dated this Regency Mahogany Tub Armchair to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1234775
Dealers Internal Ref
9801
S and S Timms Antiques Ltd
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Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2007
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Trade Associations

S and S Timms Antiques Ltd is a registered member of LAPADA  BADA  CINOA

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A 19th-century English Regency mahogany tub armchair with cream upholstery, scrolled armrests, turned legs, and brass castors.
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Originating in early 19th-century Britain, the Regency tub armchair is recognised by its semicircular backrest that flows seamlessly into integrated armrests. The style balances classical proportions with comfort, often showcasing dark hardwoods such as mahogany and refined hand-carved accents.

Seating from the Regency era was primarily constructed using solid mahogany or rosewood framing. Internal upholstery traditionally contained natural materials such as horsehair, coconut fibre, and hessian, finished with hand-cut brass castors on turned legs.

Authentic period armchairs feature traditional mortise and tenon joinery, natural oxidation on the underside of unvarnished timber, and period-correct hardware such as brass castors with stamped makers marks or hand-cut screws.

A classic tub chair can be integrated into modern spaces by pairing its dark timber frame with neutral, textured fabric upholstery. Positioning it alongside contemporary side tables or minimalist lighting creates a balanced juxtaposition between historical and modern elements.

Timber surfaces should be dusted with a soft, dry cloth and nourished periodically with high-quality beeswax paste to protect the patina. Keep the chair away from direct heat sources and direct sunlight to prevent timber warping and fabric fading.
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