Victorian Button Back Armchair 19th Century

Name: 19thc Armchair Woodstock Style
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1235679
Price: 780 GBP
Availability: InStock

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A 19th-century Victorian armchair upholstered in olive fabric with a button-backed scroll back, turned timber front legs on brass castors, and a fitted seat cushion.

19thC Armchair Woodstock style

Ref: SA1235679

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ObjectArmchairs
Period19th century
StyleVictorian
MaterialMahogany, Brass, Velvet
ColourOlive Green
MotifsDeep buttoning, Rolled backrest, Turned legs, Brass castors
SizeH 80 cm (31 in) x W 80 cm (31 in) x D 80 cm (31 in)

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Victorian button-back armchairs are characterised by deep-tufted upholstered backrests, deep seats, and low-slung, angled profiles. Originating in the mid-to-late 19th century, these chairs were constructed for informal lounging in private sitting rooms and parlours, often featuring turned front legs set on brass castors.

Frame construction typically utilised solid hardwoods such as mahogany, oak, or beech. Internal springing combined coil springs with hand-tied twine, horsehair or wool padding, and jute webbing, supported externally by brass ceramic castors and fabric upholstery such as velvet, damask, or silk.

Authentic period armchairs feature hand-turned wooden legs, original stamped brass or porcelain castors, and hand-stitched upholstery under-layers. Inspecting the underside often reveals hand-cut timber joinery, square-headed iron screws, and traditional jute webbing rather than modern synthetic materials.

A Victorian armchair serves as a focal accent piece when placed in a contemporary living room, study, or bedroom. Pairing the traditional silhouette with modern lighting, neutral wall tones, or contrasting minimalist side tables balances historical character with contemporary design aesthetics.

Vacuum upholstery regularly using a soft brush attachment to prevent dust build-up within the deep buttoning. Keep the chair away from direct sunlight and heat sources to preserve wood moisture and fabric integrity, and clean brass castors with a dry cloth to prevent tarnish.

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19thc Armchair Woodstock Style