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Antique Victorian Carved Walnut Upholstered Armchair
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Antique Victorian Carved Walnut Upholstered Armchair

19th century
Description

A splendid antique Victorian walnut armchair of exceptional decorative appeal, featuring beautifully executed carving, elegant proportions and wonderfully intricate scrolling arms.

The generously upholstered, shaped back is surmounted by an elaborate carved crest, while the magnificent open scroll arms display particularly fine craftsmanship. The chair stands on gracefully shaped cabriole front legs terminating in brass castors, with swept rear legs completing its elegant silhouette.

Upholstered in an attractive floral fabric featuring soft pink roses, delicate yellow flowers and muted green foliage against a pale background, the chair has a romantic and timeless appearance. The deeply buttoned back and generously padded seat provide comfortable seating.

The beautifully figured walnut has developed a lovely warm colour and patina, complementing the delicate upholstery and highlighting the quality of the carved decoration.

A particularly charming and decorative Victorian armchair, ideal for a bedroom, dressing room, drawing room or as an occasional chair in an elegant contemporary interior.

Condition:

Very good antique condition with minor age-related wear consistent with its age and use.

Measurements:

Height: 92 cm (36.2 inches)

Width: 60 cm (23.6 inches)

Depth: 79 cm (31.1 inches)

Seat Height: 39 cm (15.4 inches)

Seat Width: 57 cm (22.4 inches)

Seat Depth: 45 cm (17.7 inches)

Date: Circa 1850

Origin: England

Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this Victorian Carved Walnut Armchair to the 1850s.

Independent Date Check ID 09702253
Dealer's Item Date1850s
Sellingantiques Date1850s
Sellingantiques agingItem 155-180 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 1850s:
Pierced scroll arms with carved foliage: mid-Victorian Rococo revival cabinet work.
Cabriole front legs on brass cup castors: typical mid-19th-century salon mounting.
Deeply buttoned spoon-back form: parlour seating typical of the 1850s.
Tight joinery seams at the arm curves: solid walnut timber movement over time.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Physical Dimensions
Height
92cm (36.22")
Width
60cm (23.62")
Depth
79cm (31.10")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1243179
Dealers Internal Reference
3285
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Description
A splendid antique Victorian walnut armchair of exceptional decorative appeal, featuring beautifully executed carving, elegant proportions and wonderfully intricate scrolling arms.
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The generously upholstered, shaped back is surmounted by an elaborate carved crest, while the magnificent open scroll arms display particularly fine craftsmanship.
London City Antiques

The chair stands on gracefully shaped cabriole front legs terminating in brass castors, with swept rear legs completing its elegant silhouette.

fig 1. A Victorian walnut armchair featuring floral button-tufted upholstery, carved open scroll arms, and front legs set on brass castors.
fig 1. Antique Victorian Carved Walnut Upholstered Armchair

Upholstered in an attractive floral fabric featuring soft pink roses, delicate yellow flowers and muted green foliage against a pale background, the chair has a romantic and timeless appearance. The deeply buttoned back and generously padded seat provide comfortable seating.

fig 2. A Victorian walnut armchair featuring floral button-tufted upholstery, carved open scroll arms, and front legs set on brass castors.
fig 2. Antique Victorian Carved Walnut Upholstered Armchair

The beautifully figured walnut has developed a lovely warm colour and patina, complementing the delicate upholstery and highlighting the quality of the carved decoration.

A particularly charming and decorative Victorian armchair, ideal for a bedroom, dressing room, drawing room or as an occasional chair in an elegant contemporary interior.

fig 3. A Victorian walnut armchair featuring floral button-tufted upholstery, carved open scroll arms, and front legs set on brass castors.
fig 3. Antique Victorian Carved Walnut Upholstered Armchair

Condition:

Very good antique condition with minor age-related wear consistent with its age and use.

Measurements:

Height: 92 cm (36.2 inches)

Width: 60 cm (23.6 inches)

Depth: 79 cm (31.1 inches)

Seat Height: 39 cm (15.4 inches)

Seat Width: 57 cm (22.4 inches)

Seat Depth: 45 cm (17.7 inches)

Date: Circa 1850

Origin: England

Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this Victorian Carved Walnut Armchair to the 1850s.

Independent Date Report ID 09702253
Dealer's Item Date1850s
Sellingantiques dating1850s
Sellingantiques agingItem 155-180 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 1850s:
Pierced scroll arms with carved foliage: mid-Victorian Rococo revival cabinet work.
Cabriole front legs on brass cup castors: typical mid-19th-century salon mounting.
Deeply buttoned spoon-back form: parlour seating typical of the 1850s.
Tight joinery seams at the arm curves: solid walnut timber movement over time.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
92cm (36.22")
Width
60cm (23.62")
Depth
79cm (31.10")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1243179
Dealers Internal Ref
3285
London City Antiques
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At london city antiques we specialise in fine english antiques

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A Victorian walnut armchair featuring floral button-tufted upholstery, carved open scroll arms, and front legs set on brass castors.
Antique Victorian Carved Walnut Upholstered Armchair
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialWalnut, Textile, Brass
  • ColourBrown, Cream, Pink
  • MotifsButton tufting, Scroll arms, Carved crest rail, Cabriole legs
  • SizeH 92 cm (36 in) x W 60 cm (24 in) x D 79 cm (31 in)

This antique Victorian armchair from 1850 is constructed from walnut and upholstered in a textile featuring cream, pink, and green tones. The piece exhibits button tufting on the back, a carved crest rail at the top, and open scroll arms with distinct spiral terminals at the front. The structure incorporates cabriole front legs supported by brass castors. Minor age-related wear is present on the wooden surfaces and fabric. Measuring 92 cm high, 60 cm wide, and 79 cm deep, the armchair is suitable for placement in a drawing room, bedroom, or dressing room as a functional seat or decorative accent in a home.

FAQs

Victorian armchairs typically feature carved solid wood frames, padded button-tufted backrests, curved scroll arms, and upholstered seats, reflecting nineteenth-century emphasis on comfort and decorative woodwork.

These armchairs were traditionally constructed using dense hardwoods such as walnut, rosewood, or mahogany, joined with mortise and tenon joints, upholstered with natural padding like horsehair, and finished with decorative brass castors.

Authentic pieces display hand-carved details, natural age and patina on the timber frame, original brass or ceramic castors, and traditional upholstery techniques such as hand-tied springs and deep buttoning.

A Victorian armchair serves as a focal accent piece when placed alongside clean-lined contemporary side tables, balanced against neutral walls, or integrated into a reading corner.

Keep the timber frame dusted with a soft cloth and apply natural beeswax periodically to protect the finish, while vacuuming the upholstery gently on low suction and keeping the chair out of direct sunlight.
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