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S&h Jewell Victorian Burgermeister's Chair
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S&h Jewell Victorian Burgermeister's Chair

19th century
Description

S & H good quality Victorian carved Burgermeister's Chair with upholstered leather seat. Please note that the price includes cleaning, waxing and polishing prior delivery, but NO new upholstery.

Height: 32" - Seat Height: 16" - Width: 27"

Physical Dimensions
Height
81cm (31.89")
Width
69cm (27.17")
Depth
69cm (27.17")
Declaration

Wessex Antique Bedsteads has dated this Carved Oak Burgomaster Chair to the Victorian era.

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SA1240416
Dealers Internal Reference
19985
Description
S & H good quality Victorian carved Burgermeister's Chair with upholstered leather seat.
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Please note that the price includes cleaning, waxing and polishing prior delivery, but NO new upholstery.
Wessex Antique Bedsteads

Height: 32" - Seat Height: 16" - Width: 27"

Height
81cm (31.89")
Width
69cm (27.17")
Depth
69cm (27.17")
Date of Manufacture

Wessex Antique Bedsteads has dated this Carved Oak Burgomaster Chair to the Victorian era.

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SA1240416
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19985
Wessex Antique Bedsteads
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A Victorian carved dark oak Burgomaster chair with a curved back rail, carved oval panels, and a red leather circular seat with brass stud details.
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Archive I A Victorian carved dark oak Burgomaster chair with a curved back rail, carved oval panels, and a red leather circular seat with brass stud details.

S&h Jewell Victorian Burgermeister's Chair

Archive II A Victorian carved dark oak Burgomaster chair with a curved back rail, carved oval panels, and a red leather circular seat with brass stud details. View II
Archive III A Victorian carved dark oak Burgomaster chair with a curved back rail, carved oval panels, and a red leather circular seat with brass stud details. View III
Archive IV A Victorian carved dark oak Burgomaster chair with a curved back rail, carved oval panels, and a red leather circular seat with brass stud details. View IV
Archive V A Victorian carved dark oak Burgomaster chair with a curved back rail, carved oval panels, and a red leather circular seat with brass stud details. View V
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Wessex Antique Bedsteads
Telephone 01935 829147
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The Old Glove Works
Percombe
Stoke Sub Hamdon
Somerset
TA14 6RD
United Kingdom
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Wessex Antique Bedsteads
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Location: The Old Glove Works, Percombe, Stoke Sub Hamdon, Somerset, TA14 6RD, United Kingdom
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A Victorian carved dark oak Burgomaster chair with a curved back rail, carved oval panels, and a red leather circular seat with brass stud details.
S&H Jewell Victorian Burgermeister's Chair
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A Victorian carved dark oak Burgomaster chair with a curved back rail, carved oval panels, and a red leather circular seat with brass stud details.
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  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialOak, Leather, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown, Red
  • MotifsHorseshoe back rail, Carved oval splats, Studded leather seat, Turned balusters
  • SizeH 81 cm (32 in) x W 69 cm (27 in) x D 69 cm (27 in)

This Victorian Burgermeister chair by S&H Jewell is a gentleman's library armchair in dark brown oak with a red leather circular seat. The distinctive horseshoe-shaped back rail incorporates carved oval splats, turned balusters, and claw feet. Polished brass studs edge the upholstered leather seat pad, while deep relief carvings adorn the backrest and wooden framing. The dimensions are 81 cm high, 69 cm wide, and 69 cm deep, with a seat height of 41 cm. Position this substantial armchair beside a desk or reading table in a study or home office. The robust wooden construction provides sturdy everyday seating, bringing period character and traditional craftsmanship to an interior.

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A Burgomaster chair, also known as a Burgermeister chair, is a traditional style of circular armchair featuring a horseshoe-shaped back rail, carved oval splats, and multiple turned legs. Originating in the 17th century in Dutch Colonial territories, the design became popular in Europe during the 19th century as a study or desk chair.

These chairs were predominantly crafted from dense hardwoods such as oak, mahogany, or teak to accommodate intricate relief carving. Seats were commonly upholstered in heavy leather secured with decorative brass studs, or fitted with woven cane panels.

Authentic 19th-century pieces feature hand-carved relief medallions on the back rail, turned balusters, and solid timber construction showing minor variations from hand tool marks. Stamped makers marks or metal inventory plates from Victorian cabinetmakers, such as S&H Jewell of London, are often found on the underside of the frame.

A Burgomaster chair serves as an architectural accent piece in a home study, library, or hallway. Pairing the dark carved timber and rich leather upholstery against neutral walls creates visual contrast without cluttering the space.

Clean the carved woodwork regularly using a soft brush or microfibre cloth to remove dust from crevices, and apply beeswax sparingly once or twice a year. Keep leather upholstery supple by treating it with a specialized leather conditioner and positioning the chair away from direct heat sources and sunlight.
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