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Victorian Revolving Desk Chair with Original Hide Upholstery
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for sale €1,047     $1,137
£895
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Victorian Revolving Desk Chair with Original Hide Upholstery

19th century
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A late Victorian revolving desk chair with mahogany frame and original tan hide upholstery c.1900. The substantial mahogany frame with high upholstered back, deep circular sprung seat and open arms to the sides; all upholstered in the original patinated tan hide upholstery. The seat section of the chair revolving on a mahogany base, which has a moulded top rail, turned front legs and splayed rear legs with original brass castors, and all supported by a crinoline stretcher. Very sturdy, comfortable and useable, and presented in excellent condition with a rich polish and patina. Seat height is 19". A short video of this chair is available to view via our YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/@sturmansantiques1428.

Please contact us with your postcode to obtain a quote for delivery of this item.

Physical Dimensions
Height
96.5cm (37.99")
Width
65cm (25.59")
Depth
73.5cm (28.94")
Declaration

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Victorian Leather Desk Chair to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1237643
Dealers Internal Reference
Stock number 43992
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A late Victorian revolving desk chair with mahogany frame and original tan hide upholstery c.1900.
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The substantial mahogany frame with high upholstered back, deep circular sprung seat and open arms to the sides; all upholstered in the original patinated tan hide upholstery.
Sturmans Antiques

The seat section of the chair revolving on a mahogany base, which has a moulded top rail, turned front legs and splayed rear legs with original brass castors, and all supported by a crinoline stretcher. Very sturdy, comfortable and useable, and presented in excellent condition with a rich polish and patina. Seat height is 19". A short video of this chair is available to view via our YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/@sturmansantiques1428.

Please contact us with your postcode to obtain a quote for delivery of this item.

Height
96.5cm (37.99")
Width
65cm (25.59")
Depth
73.5cm (28.94")
Date of Manufacture

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Victorian Leather Desk Chair to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1237643
Dealers Internal Ref
Stock number 43992
Sturmans Antiques
Sturmans Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2012

Specialists in antique walnut & oak furniture, upholstered chairs, globes, boxes & tantaluses, clocks & barometers, old moorcroft & silver

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Trade Associations

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A Victorian revolving desk chair upholstered in tan hide leather with brass stud trim, curved armrests, and turned mahogany legs on brass castors.
Victorian Revolving Desk Chair with Original Hide Upholstery
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  • ObjectDesk Chairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Hide Leather, Brass, Iron
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsTurned legs, Brass studding, Revolving mechanism, Curved padded armrests
  • SizeH 96.5 cm (38 in) x W 65 cm (26 in) x D 73.5 cm (29 in)

This Victorian revolving desk chair exhibits a classic gentleman's library style with a substantial mahogany frame and original tan hide upholstery in a warm brown colour. The piece includes a high back with vertical wrinkles, a deep circular sprung seat edged with brass studding, open curved padded armrests with scrolled handgrips, and turned front legs fitted with brass castors. It stands 96.5 cm high, 65 cm wide, and 73.5 cm deep, with a seat height of 48 cm. Suited for a home study or executive office, the chair functions as a practical seating option for a partner's desk or writing table while adding period character to a working interior.

FAQs

Originating in the nineteenth century, Victorian revolving desk chairs were engineered for study and office use, featuring an integrated metal swivel mechanism fitted to a solid timber frame with leather upholstery.

These chairs typically combine solid hardwood frames, such as mahogany, oak, or walnut, with leather hide upholstery, brass close-studding, and cast-iron revolving mechanisms resting on castors.

Authentic examples feature heavy cast-iron revolving mechanisms beneath the seat, hand-turned wooden legs, brass castors, and close-nail studding along the natural leather borders.

Position the chair alongside a minimalist modern desk or within a traditional home library setting to create visual contrast between historic leather patination and contemporary architectural lines.

Keep the leather away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent drying, and apply a specialised leather conditioner periodically to preserve flexibility and moisture.
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