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Victorian Mahogany Metamorphic Child's High Chair
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Victorian Mahogany Metamorphic Child's High Chair

19th century
Description

A charming Victorian mahogany metamorphic child's high chair, converting to form a separate chair and table. Featuring a carved foliate splat, scroll arms, turned supports and upholstered seat, this ingenious piece combines practicality with Victorian craftsmanship. Presented in very good antique condition with a rich mahogany patina.

Physical Dimensions
Height
92cm (36.22")
Width
42cm (16.54")
Depth
42cm (16.54")
Declaration

Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors has dated this Victorian Metamorphic High Chair to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1239805
Dealers Internal Reference
SAI4318
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Description
A charming Victorian mahogany metamorphic child's high chair, converting to form a separate chair and table.
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Featuring a carved foliate splat, scroll arms, turned supports and upholstered seat, this ingenious piece combines practicality with Victorian craftsmanship.
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors

Presented in very good antique condition with a rich mahogany patina.

Height
92cm (36.22")
Width
42cm (16.54")
Depth
42cm (16.54")
Date of Manufacture

Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors has dated this Victorian Metamorphic High Chair to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1239805
Dealers Internal Ref
SAI4318
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2017

A family run business , second generation of antique dealers est 1977 with 3 warehouses over 6000 sq ft

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A Victorian metamorphic mahogany childs high chair with turned legs, curved armrests, a carved backrest crest, and cream fabric upholstery.
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Archive I A Victorian metamorphic mahogany childs high chair with turned legs, curved armrests, a carved backrest crest, and cream fabric upholstery.

Victorian Mahogany Metamorphic Child's High Chair

Archive II A Victorian metamorphic mahogany childs high chair with turned legs, curved armrests, a carved backrest crest, and cream fabric upholstery. View II
Archive III A Victorian metamorphic mahogany childs high chair with turned legs, curved armrests, a carved backrest crest, and cream fabric upholstery. View III
Archive IV A Victorian metamorphic mahogany childs high chair with turned legs, curved armrests, a carved backrest crest, and cream fabric upholstery. View IV
Archive V A Victorian metamorphic mahogany childs high chair with turned legs, curved armrests, a carved backrest crest, and cream fabric upholstery. View V
Archive VI A Victorian metamorphic mahogany childs high chair with turned legs, curved armrests, a carved backrest crest, and cream fabric upholstery. View VI
Archive VII A Victorian metamorphic mahogany childs high chair with turned legs, curved armrests, a carved backrest crest, and cream fabric upholstery. View VII
Archive VIII A Victorian metamorphic mahogany childs high chair with turned legs, curved armrests, a carved backrest crest, and cream fabric upholstery. View VIII
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Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors

Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
Telephone 07977 119 787
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Thornton
Fife
KY1 4AQ
United Kingdom
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A Victorian metamorphic mahogany childs high chair with turned legs, curved armrests, a carved backrest crest, and cream fabric upholstery.
Victorian Mahogany Metamorphic Child's High Chair
Ref: SA1239805
A Victorian metamorphic mahogany childs high chair with turned legs, curved armrests, a carved backrest crest, and cream fabric upholstery.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectHigh Chairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Velvet, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown, Cream
  • MotifsTurned legs, Carved backrest crest, Curved armrests, Safety bar
  • SizeH 92 cm (36 in) x W 42 cm (17 in) x D 42 cm (17 in)

This Victorian mahogany metamorphic high chair converts to form a separate low chair and table, presenting a dual-purpose design in dark brown timber with a rich patina. The piece displays a carved foliate crest on the backrest, curved scroll armrests, turned wooden supports, and a horizontal safety bar across the front. The drop-in seat is upholstered in a plain cream fabric, complemented by fine brass fittings and traditional turned legs supporting the base table structure. The dark mahogany grain shows natural warmth throughout the polished surface. Measuring 92 cm high, 42 cm wide, and 42 cm deep, the item functions as a practical seating solution for a child or toddlers while offering antique decorative charm. Placed in a living room, hallway, or study, the convertible high chair suits traditional domestic interiors as an eye-catching display piece or historical conversation item.

FAQs

A metamorphic child high chair is a 19th-century convertible piece of nursery furniture designed to transform from an elevated high chair into a lower chair and table arrangement.

Victorian high chairs were primarily constructed from solid hardwoods such as mahogany, oak, or walnut, paired with brass fittings and upholstered woven fabric or leather seating.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-cut joinery, period brass latches or hinges, original turned wood detailing, and consistent surface patination across both convertible elements.

These pieces function as accent features in hallways, living rooms, or study spaces, often utilised as plant display stands or decorative historic furniture.

Dust regularly using a soft dry cloth, apply natural beeswax polish periodically along the wood grain, and avoid exposure to central heating sources or direct sunlight.
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