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Late Victorian Mahogany and Leather Revolving Desk Chair
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Late Victorian Mahogany and Leather Revolving Desk Chair

19th century
Description

A characterful late Victorian revolving desk chair, constructed in mahogany and retaining a well-aged burgundy leather back and loose seat cushion.

The shaped upholstered back has a broad, supportive form and is finished with close-nailed detailing around the edge. The open arms have curved hand rests supported by turned mahogany uprights, while the removable burgundy leather cushion reveals the original woven cane seat beneath.

The chair revolves upon a fixed central column, raised on four shaped mahogany legs terminating in brass castors.

Dimensions

Height: 38.5 inches – 98 cm

Seat height: 21 inches – 53 cm

Width: 23.5 inches – 60 cm

Depth: 24.5 inches – 62 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
98cm (38.58")
Width
60cm (23.62")
Depth
62cm (24.41")
Declaration

Shackladys Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Desk Chair to the 19th Century.

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SA1239833
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Description
A characterful late Victorian revolving desk chair, constructed in mahogany and retaining a well-aged burgundy leather back and loose seat cushion.
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The shaped upholstered back has a broad, supportive form and is finished with close-nailed detailing around the edge.
Shackladys Antiques

The open arms have curved hand rests supported by turned mahogany uprights, while the removable burgundy leather cushion reveals the original woven cane seat beneath.

fig 1. A late Victorian mahogany revolving desk chair upholstered in dark brown leather with turned arm supports and a quadruped base on castors.
fig 1. Late Victorian Mahogany and Leather Revolving Desk Chair

The chair revolves upon a fixed central column, raised on four shaped mahogany legs terminating in brass castors.

Dimensions

Height: 38.5 inches – 98 cm

Seat height: 21 inches – 53 cm

Width: 23.5 inches – 60 cm

Depth: 24.5 inches – 62 cm

Height
98cm (38.58")
Width
60cm (23.62")
Depth
62cm (24.41")
Date of Manufacture

Shackladys Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Desk Chair to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1239833
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Archive I A late Victorian mahogany revolving desk chair upholstered in dark brown leather with turned arm supports and a quadruped base on castors.

Late Victorian Mahogany and Leather Revolving Desk Chair

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A late Victorian mahogany revolving desk chair upholstered in dark brown leather with turned arm supports and a quadruped base on castors.
Late Victorian Mahogany And Leather Revolving Desk Chair
Ref: SA1239833
A late Victorian mahogany revolving desk chair upholstered in dark brown leather with turned arm supports and a quadruped base on castors.
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  • ObjectDesk Chairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleLate Victorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Leather, Iron
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsShaped backrest, Turned arm supports, Cast iron swivel mechanism, Quadruped base
  • SizeH 98 cm (39 in) x W 60 cm (24 in) x D 62 cm (24 in)

This late Victorian desk chair belongs to the nineteenth century and is constructed from mahogany, leather, and iron in a dark brown colour. The broad, shaped backrest and loose seat cushion are upholstered in leather and finished with close-nailed brass studding along the perimeter. Turned uprights support the open arms, which terminate in rounded hand rests above a rounded wooden seat rim. The swivel mechanism sits upon a four-legged mahogany base fitted with metal castors. The item stands 98 cm high, 60 cm wide, and 62 cm deep. Suitable for a traditional study or gentleman's library, the swivel action allows movement around a desk workspace. The chair functions as a seating option for a home office, study, or writing room. The quadruped base distributes weight while providing mobility across floor surfaces.

FAQs

Late Victorian revolving desk chairs emerged in the late 19th century, combining traditional timber joinery with cast iron tilt-and-swivel mechanisms designed for commercial and domestic office use.

These chairs were constructed primarily from solid hardwoods such as mahogany or oak, featuring heavy cast iron adjustment hardware, horsehair upholstery padding, and leather coverings.

Authentic examples feature cast iron revolving and tension mechanisms beneath the seat, original metal castors, hand-cut joinery, and period-correct wear to the timber frame.

A Victorian swivel chair functions well alongside minimalist modern writing desks or industrial tables, introducing historical texture to a home office or study.

Treat the mahogany frame with natural beeswax polish, apply specialised leather conditioner to maintain flexibility, and keep the iron swivel mechanism lubricated with light oil.
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