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Victorian Leather Tub Library Chair
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Victorian Leather Tub Library Chair

19th century
Description

Victorian oak framed leather seat and back library armchair.

Raised on turned forelegs with castor feet. Having a strong and sturdy frame with leather upholstery in good condition throughout.

This attractive Victorian library chair is in nice condition. Circa 1870

Measurements

Height 28"

Width 24"

Seat Depth 20"

Floor to Seat 18"

Delivery: Free UK Mainland

Declaration

Harrison Antique Furniture has dated this Victorian Leather Tub Chair to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
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SA236868
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269B9/8
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Description
Victorian oak framed leather seat and back library armchair.

Raised on turned forelegs with castor feet. Having a strong and sturdy frame with leather upholstery in good condition throughout.

This attractive Victorian library chair is in nice condition. Circa 1870

Measurements

Height 28"

Width 24"

Seat Depth 20"

Floor to Seat 18"

Delivery: Free UK Mainland

Date of Manufacture

Harrison Antique Furniture has dated this Victorian Leather Tub Chair to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA236868
Dealers Internal Ref
269B9/8
Harrison Antique Furniture
Harrison Antique Furniture
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2010

At harrison antique furniture we sell online affordable antique & pre-1940's furniture for every room in the home.

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A Victorian tub armchair featuring dark green leather upholstery with close brass studding, carved scroll arm supports, and turned wooden legs on brass castors.
Victorian Leather Tub Library Chair
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A Victorian tub armchair featuring dark green leather upholstery with close brass studding, carved scroll arm supports, and turned wooden legs on brass castors.
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A Victorian tub library chair is a low-slung, horseshoe-shaped armchair characterised by a continuous curved backrest that wraps around into integral armrests. Designed during the nineteenth century primarily for studies, reading rooms, and gentlemens clubs, these chairs combine upholstered comfort with sturdy timber frames.

Traditional Victorian tub chairs were constructed using solid hardwood frames, such as oak, mahogany, or walnut. The upholstery typically featured close-studded leather or horsehair-stuffed hides, secured with decorative brass tacks and set over hand-tied coil springs.

Authentic nineteenth-century examples often exhibit hand-carved wooden arm supports, turned front legs, swept rear legs, and brass castors. Look for evidence of hand-tacked studding, natural patina on the leather, and period frame joining methods such as mortise and tenon joints.

A leather tub chair functions well as an accent piece in contemporary studies, living rooms, or home offices. Pair it with a modern minimalist desk, a sleek brass floor lamp, or an oriental rug to create a balanced blend of traditional and modern elements.

Leather upholstery requires periodic treatment with a dedicated leather conditioner to prevent cracking and preserve flexibility. Wooden elements should be dusted regularly with a soft cloth and polished occasionally with beeswax, avoiding harsh chemical cleaners or direct heat sources.
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