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Delightful Pair of Antique Tub Chairs for Re-upholstery C1870
For sale by Billy Hunt & Co.
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Billy Hunt & Co.

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Delightful Pair of Antique Tub Chairs for Re-upholstery C1870

19th century
For Sale by Billy Hunt & Co.
Description

These are rather nice, of good quality and stand well - a matching pair of Victorian armchairs which would be perfect for re-upholstery which we can assist with if you wish.

We have a lovely set of well executed barrel legs to the fronts and lightly flared legs to the backs all with original brass and ceramic casters in place. The frames are weighty for the size and firm with no movement in the frames or arms. The seats are sprung. At the moment we have a tired and frayed floral damask fabric on them which, if you enjoy the lived in look, you could keep and use. Our upholsterer would charge £300 plus VAT per chair to re-upholster and you would require 3 metres of fabric per chair.

A very handsome pair of 19th Century period chairs.

Price is for the chair not 1

Dimensions

Overall: Height 74cm x Width 75cm x Depth 70cm

Seats: Height 43cm x Width 47-34cm (Front Between the Arms-Rear) x Depth 50cm

Declaration

Billy Hunt & Co. has dated this Victorian Tub Chairs Pair to the 1870s.

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SA1239388
Dealers Notes

When purchasing from us we include delivery in the purchase price which is based on a one person delivery for England and Wales. Please call or email for quotes to Scotland, Northern Ireland, The Isles and for World-wide shipping

Billy Hunt and Co is located on a large Victorian farm just a short country drive from the Rangemore village, a designated conservation area, which was built by Michael Thomas Bass in the 1850s to house the Bass Rangemore Estate workers consisting mainly of Victorian redbrick cottages and the occasional barn.

Our home is a classic Victorian designed and well equipped late 19th century 2 story red brick built barn of some 4000 sq feet nestled in classic English countryside, which enjoyed a careful full renovation in 2000. The estate still benefits being managed in the traditional manner with an Estate Manger, estate carpenter, gardeners etc. A rather delightful place to have as our work space.

Martina, there is no Billy at Billy hunt, has led the team since 2103 and is an interior designer qualified from The Inchbald School of Design London whose previous working life included such clients as Vertu, Aston Martin and Johnnie Walker to name a few.

Please do not hesitate to call or email if you have any questions on the pieces that may interest you - Many thanks Martina

Description
These are rather nice, of good quality and stand well - a matching pair of Victorian armchairs which would be perfect for re-upholstery which we can assist with if you wish.
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We have a lovely set of well executed barrel legs to the fronts and lightly flared legs to the backs all with original brass and ceramic casters in place.
Billy Hunt & Co.

The frames are weighty for the size and firm with no movement in the frames or arms. The seats are sprung. At the moment we have a tired and frayed floral damask fabric on them which, if you enjoy the lived in look, you could keep and use. Our upholsterer would charge £300 plus VAT per chair to re-upholster and you would require 3 metres of fabric per chair.

fig 1. A pair of 19th-century Victorian tub armchairs upholstered in patterned red fabric with turned wooden legs on brass castors.
fig 1. Delightful Pair of Antique Tub Chairs for Re-upholstery C1870

A very handsome pair of 19th Century period chairs.

Price is for the chair not 1

Dimensions

Overall: Height 74cm x Width 75cm x Depth 70cm

Seats: Height 43cm x Width 47-34cm (Front Between the Arms-Rear) x Depth 50cm

Date of Manufacture

Billy Hunt & Co. has dated this Victorian Tub Chairs Pair to the 1870s.

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SA1239388
Billy Hunt & Co.
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2026

We always endeavor to offer a careful selection of chosen pieces from the british isles ranging from 1800 to 1970

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Billy Hunt & Co.
Telephone 07768 266266 or 01283 617377
Location
NO 8
Callingwood Hall Farm
Rangemore Country Estate
Burton-on-Trent
Staffordshire
DE13 9SH
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/billyhunt
Verified Since May 2026
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A pair of 19th-century Victorian tub armchairs upholstered in patterned red fabric with turned wooden legs on brass castors.
Delightful Pair of Antique Tub Chairs For Re-upholstery C1870
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Fabric, Brass
  • ColourRed
  • MotifsCurved tub backrest, Turned legs, Brass castors, Scroll arms

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A Victorian tub chair is characterised by a continuous curved backrest that seamlessly wraps around into the armrests, creating a semi-circular shell shape. Popularised during the 19th century, these low-slung armchairs were designed for comfortable seating in bedrooms, boudoirs, and drawing rooms.

Victorian tub chairs were constructed using solid hardwood frames such as mahogany, walnut, or beech. Internal springing combined with horsehair, jute webbing, and coir provided structure, while turned wooden front legs were typically fitted with brass wheel castors.

Authentic 19th-century examples feature hand-cut joinery, original brass castors attached to turned legs, and substantial weight due to solid timber construction. Examining the underside typically reveals traditional hand-lashed coil springs and natural organic filling materials.

Victorian tub chairs function effectively as accent seating in contemporary living rooms, bedrooms, or dressing spaces. Reupholstering the frames in textured wool, boucle, or patterned velvet creates a balanced contrast between historic form and modern textile design.

Timber legs should be dusted with a soft cloth and conditioned periodically with natural beeswax polish to preserve the finish. Castors should be kept clean of debris, while the internal timber frame should be inspected by a professional upholsterer prior to restoration.
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