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Antique Oak Bobbin Armchair
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Antique Oak Bobbin Armchair

19th century
Description

An antique oak bobbin armchair with an extensively turned frame and decorative open back. The chair features turned uprights and bobbin-turned rails and supports, topped with carved acorn finials. The scrolling arms are formed from matching bobbin-turned rails, supported on turned uprights. The solid oak seat sits above a substantial seat frame, raised on four turned legs joined by matching bobbin-turned stretchers to the front, sides and rear. The oak has been stripped to a pale natural finish and recently finished with a fresh coat of natural wax.

Item Reference:

M-7121

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Dimensions:

Height – 114cm/ Width - 57cm/ Depth - 52cm / Seat Height - 47cm

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CONDITION REPORT:

In good antique condition, the chair is structurally solid and sound. There are marks, scratches, staining and general signs of age and use throughout. The solid seat shows areas of wear and discolouration consistent with its age and use, as shown in the photographs. The stripped oak displays natural variation in colour and patination, with some areas darker than others. The turned components remain well defined, with the frame retaining its decorative detail throughout.

As with all our antique furniture, the chair has been carefully inspected by our experienced carpenter and any necessary repairs or restoration work undertaken to ensure it is structurally sound. Please study all accompanying photographs, which form an important part of the condition report.

Physical Dimensions
Height
114cm (44.88")
Width
57cm (22.44")
Depth
52cm (20.47")
Declaration

Penderyn Antiques has dated this Antique Oak Bobbin Armchair to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1239623
Dealers Internal Reference
M-7121
Dealers Notes

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DELIVERY INFORMATION:

FREE DELIVERY TO ENGLAND & WALES!

FREE delivery to England & Wales. For Scotland please get in touch for a delivery quote by calling us on 01685 813594.

Timescale: 5-15 working days. You will receive full delivery details once your order has been placed. For Scotland, delivery may take longer than 15 working days. Please note, the courier service is to the external doorstep, the courier will also deliver on their own so you will need to arrange for someone to help your end.

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For deliveries outside of mainland UK (i.e Scottish Highlands and Islands, Northern Ireland, Isle of Wight, Isle of Man, Channel Islands and Scilly Isles) please get in touch for a quote.

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International & European: Please get in touch for a quote.

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Collection: Our shop is based in the village of Penderyn, South Wales, CF44 0TJ.

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In case of return, items must be received back in the same condition as delivered and a collection fee of £85 will apply, this would be deducted from any refund amount.

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ABOUT US:

Hello from the Penderyn Antiques team! We’re friendly and enthusiastic people who deeply care about providing professional and exceptional service to you! We have a vast range of antique furniture online and at our pink chapel antique shop based in the Brecon Beacons National Park, South Wales. Like what you see? Follow us on social media @penderynantiques

Description
An antique oak bobbin armchair with an extensively turned frame and decorative open back.
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The chair features turned uprights and bobbin-turned rails and supports, topped with carved acorn finials.
Penderyn Antiques

The scrolling arms are formed from matching bobbin-turned rails, supported on turned uprights. The solid oak seat sits above a substantial seat frame, raised on four turned legs joined by matching bobbin-turned stretchers to the front, sides and rear. The oak has been stripped to a pale natural finish and recently finished with a fresh coat of natural wax.

fig 1. An antique light oak armchair constructed with lathe-turned bobbin spindles along the frame, backrest, armrests, and legs, topped with carved finials.
fig 1. Antique Oak Bobbin Armchair

Item Reference:

M-7121

Dimensions:

Height – 114cm/ Width - 57cm/ Depth - 52cm / Seat Height - 47cm

CONDITION REPORT:

In good antique condition, the chair is structurally solid and sound. There are marks, scratches, staining and general signs of age and use throughout. The solid seat shows areas of wear and discolouration consistent with its age and use, as shown in the photographs. The stripped oak displays natural variation in colour and patination, with some areas darker than others. The turned components remain well defined, with the frame retaining its decorative detail throughout.

fig 2. An antique light oak armchair constructed with lathe-turned bobbin spindles along the frame, backrest, armrests, and legs, topped with carved finials.
fig 2. Antique Oak Bobbin Armchair

As with all our antique furniture, the chair has been carefully inspected by our experienced carpenter and any necessary repairs or restoration work undertaken to ensure it is structurally sound. Please study all accompanying photographs, which form an important part of the condition report.

Height
114cm (44.88")
Width
57cm (22.44")
Depth
52cm (20.47")
Date of Manufacture

Penderyn Antiques has dated this Antique Oak Bobbin Armchair to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1239623
Dealers Internal Ref
M-7121
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Archive I An antique light oak armchair constructed with lathe-turned bobbin spindles along the frame, backrest, armrests, and legs, topped with carved finials.

Antique Oak Bobbin Armchair

Archive II An antique light oak armchair constructed with lathe-turned bobbin spindles along the frame, backrest, armrests, and legs, topped with carved finials. View II
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An antique light oak armchair constructed with lathe-turned bobbin spindles along the frame, backrest, armrests, and legs, topped with carved finials.
Antique Oak Bobbin Armchair
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An antique light oak armchair constructed with lathe-turned bobbin spindles along the frame, backrest, armrests, and legs, topped with carved finials.
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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialOak
  • ColourLight Oak
  • MotifsBobbin turning, Acorn finials, Solid timber seat, Turned stretchers
  • SizeH 114 cm (45 in) x W 57 cm (22 in) x D 52 cm (20 in)

This Victorian armchair is constructed from solid oak with a light natural finish and a protective coat of wax. The extensive design incorporates lathe-turned bobbin spindles along the frame, backrest, armrests, stretchers, and legs, complemented by carved acorn finials at the top of the back uprights. The open backrest includes multiple vertical bobbin rails, while the scrolling armrests and four legs are supported by matching turned stretchers. The solid timber seat rests on a sturdy frame displaying natural variation in colour, along with marks, scratches, staining, and general wear from age and use. Measuring 114 cm high, 57 cm wide, and 52 cm deep with a seat height of 47 cm, this seating option fits well in an English Country House interior. It works effectively as an occasional chair in a living room, a study, a hallway, or a bedroom, providing a practical and decorative seating choice for daily use in the home.

Bobbin furniture, also known as spool turning, originated in the 17th century in Northern Europe and England. The technique involved using a lathe to create repeating spherical or spool-shaped turnings along wooden components, experiencing major revivals during the Victorian and Edwardian eras.

Traditional bobbin chairs are crafted from solid hardwoods such as oak, walnut, or beech. Components are individual lathe-turned spindles fitted together using traditional mortise and tenon joinery to secure the frame, legs, stretchers, and backrest.

Authentic period bobbin furniture shows subtle variations in turning width and depth due to hand-lathe production. Look for historical wear on stretchers, hand-cut mortise and tenon joints, natural wood shrinkage, and original pegged construction rather than modern machine precision.

Bobbin armchairs serve as decorative accent seating in living spaces, bedrooms, or study areas. Designers often pair the prominent repeating geometric wood profile with soft upholstery, neutral linen cushions, or contrasting contemporary textiles to balance texture and form.

Maintain oak furniture by dusting regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and applying a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year to preserve the timber finish. Keep pieces away from direct heat sources and maintain stable ambient humidity to prevent wood movement or splitting.
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