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Large Antique Victorian Quality Carved Oak Armchair
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Large Antique Victorian Quality Carved Oak Armchair

19th century
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Large antique Victorian quality carved oak armchair having a wonderful quality carved oak top with carved oak leaves, barley twist supports, carved oak leaves to the centre splat with reeded supports. The seat is newly reupholstered in burgundy leather. It boasts an attractive carved frieze, open arms with leather arm rest and fantastic carved oak lions heads. It stands on barley twist legs with turned feet united by barely twist stretchers.

A splendid example of first-class Victorian design and craftsmanship.

H 125cm

W 65cm

D 54cm

Seat height 45.5cm

Date 1860

Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this Carved Oak Armchair to the 1860s.

Independent Date Check ID 09650264
Dealer's Item Date1860s
Sellingantiques Date1860s
Sellingantiques agingItem 125-170 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 1860s:
Barley-twist uprights and foliate crest: Victorian Carolean revival design.
Crisp gouge carving on the back splat: Victorian hand finishing.
Regular spiral turnings on the stretchers: precise mechanical lathe work.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Physical Dimensions
Height
125cm (49.21")
Width
65cm (25.59")
Depth
54cm (21.26")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1235752
Dealers Internal Reference
009C
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Description
Large antique Victorian quality carved oak armchair having a wonderful quality carved oak top with carved oak leaves, barley twist supports, carved oak leaves to the centre splat with reeded supports. The seat is newly reupholstered in burgundy leather.
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It boasts an attractive carved frieze, open arms with leather arm rest and fantastic carved oak lions heads.
London City Antiques

It stands on barley twist legs with turned feet united by barely twist stretchers.

A splendid example of first-class Victorian design and craftsmanship.

H 125cm

W 65cm

D 54cm

Seat height 45.5cm

Date 1860

Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this Carved Oak Armchair to the 1860s.

Independent Date Report ID 09650264
Dealer's Item Date1860s
Sellingantiques dating1860s
Sellingantiques agingItem 125-170 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 1860s:
Barley-twist uprights and foliate crest: Victorian Carolean revival design.
Crisp gouge carving on the back splat: Victorian hand finishing.
Regular spiral turnings on the stretchers: precise mechanical lathe work.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
125cm (49.21")
Width
65cm (25.59")
Depth
54cm (21.26")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1235752
Dealers Internal Ref
009C
London City Antiques
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At london city antiques we specialise in fine english antiques

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Archive I A high-backed Victorian carved oak armchair featuring barley twist supports, acanthus leaf carvings, and a burgundy leather seat with brass stud detail.

Large Antique Victorian Quality Carved Oak Armchair

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A high-backed Victorian carved oak armchair featuring barley twist supports, acanthus leaf carvings, and a burgundy leather seat with brass stud detail.
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  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian Gothic
  • MaterialOak, Leather, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsBarley twist legs, Acanthus leaf carving, Studded leather seat, Carved cresting rail
  • SizeH 125 cm (49 in) x W 65 cm (26 in) x D 54 cm (21 in)

This large Victorian Gothic armchair originates from 1860 and is constructed from dark brown oak, burgundy leather, and brass. The imposing structure stands 125 cm high, 65 cm wide, and 54 cm deep, with a seat height of 45.5 cm. The tall back features a carved cresting rail depicting oak leaves, a central splat decorated with carved foliage, and reeded vertical supports flanked by barley twist uprights with small turned finials at the top. The open arms include padded burgundy leather rests secured with brass studs and terminate in carved lion heads. The wide seat is upholstered in smooth burgundy leather edged with brass upholstery tacks. Beneath the seat sits an intricate carved frieze, while the base comprises barley twist legs with turned feet joined by matching barley twist stretchers for stability. This substantial armchair suits placement in a study, library, or drawing room as a functional and decorative seating option.

FAQs

During the Victorian period, cabinetmakers drew heavy inspiration from 17th-century Jacobean and Carolean furniture styles. These revival pieces featured elaborate hand-carvings, high backrests, and barley twist turnings to evoke a sense of historic English heritage in 19th-century interiors.

These armchairs are typically constructed from solid English oak, valued for its density and pronounced grain. Upholstery frequently comprised genuine leather or heavy woven textiles, secured to the timber frame using brass studding.

Authentic pieces display signs of natural timber shrinkage, deep patina in unexposed crevices, and traditional joinery such as mortise and tenon joints. Look for crisp hand-carved detailing and period-appropriate wear along the armrests and stretchers.

A carved oak armchair works effectively as a statement accent piece in a hallway, library, or study. Pairing dark carved timber with neutral walls, modern art, or contemporary textiles creates a balanced contrast between historic craftsmanship and modern interior design.

Dust the timber regularly with a soft cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year to preserve the wood finish. Leather seats should be treated with a specialist leather conditioner to prevent drying or cracking, and the chair should be kept away from direct heat sources.
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