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19th Century Low Armchair by Gregory & Co
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19th Century Low Armchair by Gregory & Co

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A 19th century button-back armchair by Gregory & Co, London, dating to circa 1870.

A particularly low and well-proportioned example, with a deeply buttoned back, shaped upholstered arms and a deep traditionally sprung seat. The chair is raised on substantial ring-turned front legs made of oak with splayed rear legs, all legs retaining their brass castors stamped Cope Patent 'Strong'. Both of the rear legs are stamped GREGORY & CO.

Gregory & Co. were prominent London furniture makers and decorators, established in Regent Street by 1861 and known for producing good-quality furniture throughout the second half of the 19th century. The low proportions, substantial turned legs and quality of construction make this a particularly good example of their upholstered seating.

The frame is firm and sturdy, with no signs of old woodworm found. The traditionally sprung seat remains in good order and the existing fillings appear clean and serviceable. The chair is offered for upholstery, although the surviving upholstery beneath appears sufficiently sound that it is likely to only require a recover rather than rebuilding.

Width 67cm × Depth 85cm × Height 71cm

Width 2′2″ × Depth 2′9″ × Height 2′4″

Seat Width 40cm × Seat Depth 55cm × Seat Height 29cm

Seat Width 1′4″ × Seat Depth 1′10″ × Seat Height 11″

*MATCHED PAIR IS AVAILABLE. Price listed is per chair. *

Date of Manufacture

Kontrast Antiques has dated this Victorian Low Armchair to the 1870s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
71cm (27.95")
Width
67cm (26.38")
Depth
85cm (33.46")
Reference Numbers
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SA1245510
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A 19th century button-back armchair by Gregory & Co, London, dating to circa 1870.
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A particularly low and well-proportioned example, with a deeply buttoned back, shaped upholstered arms and a deep traditionally sprung seat.
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The chair is raised on substantial ring-turned front legs made of oak with splayed rear legs, all legs retaining their brass castors stamped Cope Patent 'Strong'. Both of the rear legs are stamped GREGORY & CO.

fig 1. A 19th-century low armchair featuring a button-tufted backrest, exposed timber frame with calico lining, turned front wooden legs, and brass castors.
fig 1. 19th Century Low Armchair by Gregory & Co

Gregory & Co. were prominent London furniture makers and decorators, established in Regent Street by 1861 and known for producing good-quality furniture throughout the second half of the 19th century. The low proportions, substantial turned legs and quality of construction make this a particularly good example of their upholstered seating.

fig 2. A 19th-century low armchair featuring a button-tufted backrest, exposed timber frame with calico lining, turned front wooden legs, and brass castors.
fig 2. 19th Century Low Armchair by Gregory & Co

The frame is firm and sturdy, with no signs of old woodworm found. The traditionally sprung seat remains in good order and the existing fillings appear clean and serviceable. The chair is offered for upholstery, although the surviving upholstery beneath appears sufficiently sound that it is likely to only require a recover rather than rebuilding.

fig 3. A 19th-century low armchair featuring a button-tufted backrest, exposed timber frame with calico lining, turned front wooden legs, and brass castors.
fig 3. 19th Century Low Armchair by Gregory & Co

Width 67cm × Depth 85cm × Height 71cm

Width 2′2″ × Depth 2′9″ × Height 2′4″

Seat Width 40cm × Seat Depth 55cm × Seat Height 29cm

Seat Width 1′4″ × Seat Depth 1′10″ × Seat Height 11″

MATCHED PAIR IS AVAILABLE. Price listed is per chair. *

Date of Manufacture

Kontrast Antiques has dated this Victorian Low Armchair to the 1870s.

Height
71cm (27.95")
Width
67cm (26.38")
Depth
85cm (33.46")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1245510
Kontrast Antiques
Kontrast Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2023

Here at kontrast.antiques, we mainly concentrate on antique english country house sofas & armchairs. Especially howard & sons seating.

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Archive I A 19th-century low armchair featuring a button-tufted backrest, exposed timber frame with calico lining, turned front wooden legs, and brass castors.

19th Century Low Armchair by Gregory & Co

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A 19th-century low armchair featuring a button-tufted backrest, exposed timber frame with calico lining, turned front wooden legs, and brass castors.
19th Century Low Armchair by Gregory & Co
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  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialWalnut, Calico, Brass
  • ColourCream
  • MotifsButton tufted back, Turned legs, Brass castors, Low seat
  • SizeH 71 cm (28 in) x W 67 cm (26 in) x D 85 cm (33 in)

This Victorian armchair dates to 1870 and originates from the London workshop of Gregory & Co. It stands 71 cm high, 67 cm wide, and 85 cm deep, presenting a low-slung form with an exposed wooden frame, cream-coloured calico lining, and a blue button-tufted backrest. The piece incorporates shaped upholstered arms, a deep traditionally sprung seat, ring-turned front legs, and brass castors. The rear legs bear the maker's stamp, while the castors display the Cope Patent 'Strong' mark. Today, this chair functions as a relaxed seating option within an English country house interior, suitable for a study, library, or bedroom. The exposed framing and unfinished side panels reveal the traditional internal construction and webbing, offering an authentic glimpse into Victorian manufacturing methods. The seating rests on sturdy wooden supports designed for everyday use, ready for a final fabric covering to suit an individual room scheme.

A Victorian low armchair is characterised by a seat set lower to the ground than a standard dining or desk chair, designed primarily for relaxed informal seating, bedrooms, or fireside use during the nineteenth century.

Frames were typically constructed from solid hardwoods such as walnut, mahogany, or beech. Internal upholstery relied on natural materials including horsehair stuffing, jute webbing, coil springs, and cotton calico under-linings.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit hand-turned timber legs, stamped brass or ceramic castors, traditional hand-tied coil springs, and evidence of hand-tacked upholstery layers along the wooden frame.

Position the armchair in a reading corner or bedroom alongside a contemporary floor lamp and side table. Re-upholstering the frame in a crisp linen or textured wool bridges the gap between historical architecture and modern decor.

Vacuum textile covers gently using a soft brush attachment and keep the frame out of direct sunlight to prevent timber fading. Apply natural beeswax to turned wooden legs periodically and oil castors to ensure smooth movement.
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