Antique Furniture Direct has dated this piece to the Victorian era.
Solid and sturdy and recently recovered would make a wonderful desk chair or bedroom chair. With paper label underneath: “From F Danbys Upholstery and Cabinet Works LEEDS No 71306”
F Danby’s was a 19th century cabinet makers and upholsters run by Francis Danby in the Upper Headrow of Leeds, West Yorkshire. The company carried out work for the Council Chambers in Leeds having made the seats and fittings for the local council building. According the 1871 census, F Danbys was recorded as employing 14 men and 2 boys.
Construction/Wood:
Oak
Condition Report:
Good condition, solid and sturdy with beautiful colour and patina to the oak frame. Recently recovered, upholstery good. An old mended partial split in the oak to the inside of the back leg which is solid. General wear and marks commensurate with age.
Dimensions:
Width: 48cm
Depth: 50cm
Height: 90cm
Height to Seat: 47cm
Antique Furniture Direct has dated this piece to the Victorian era.
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Antique Victorian Oak Desk Chair with Label
