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E W Godwin Desk Chair
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E W Godwin Desk Chair

19th century
Description

A Nineteenth century Walnut revolving desk chair by James Peddle to an E W Godwin design.

In very good condition, castors replaced.

Seat height is 44cm.

Now available from our large showroom in Marlborough, Wiltshire.

Delivery available - please contact us for a quote.

Physical Dimensions
Height
79cm (31.10")
Width
56cm (22.05")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Declaration

Ropeworks Antiques has dated this Aesthetic Movement Desk Chair to the 1880s.

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SA806629
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Buying and selling antique and decorative furniture and related items from a riverside setting in the beautiful market town of Marlborough, home of the second widest high street in the UK.

Lovely riverfront cafe on site.

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Description
A Nineteenth century Walnut revolving desk chair by James Peddle to an E W Godwin design.

In very good condition, castors replaced.

Seat height is 44cm.

Now available from our large showroom in Marlborough, Wiltshire.

Delivery available - please contact us for a quote.

Height
79cm (31.10")
Width
56cm (22.05")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Date of Manufacture

Ropeworks Antiques has dated this Aesthetic Movement Desk Chair to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA806629
Ropeworks Antiques
Ropeworks Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2012

Also on instagram - #ropeworksantiques

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A dark brown wood revolving desk chair featuring a curved slatted backrest, turned arm posts, a contoured seat, and four splayed legs with brass castors.
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Archive I A dark brown wood revolving desk chair featuring a curved slatted backrest, turned arm posts, a contoured seat, and four splayed legs with brass castors.

E W Godwin Desk Chair

Archive II A dark brown wood revolving desk chair featuring a curved slatted backrest, turned arm posts, a contoured seat, and four splayed legs with brass castors. View II
Archive III A dark brown wood revolving desk chair featuring a curved slatted backrest, turned arm posts, a contoured seat, and four splayed legs with brass castors. View III
Archive IV Scale Reference for A dark brown wood revolving desk chair featuring a curved slatted backrest, turned arm posts, a contoured seat, and four splayed legs with brass castors.
Archive V A dark brown wood revolving desk chair featuring a curved slatted backrest, turned arm posts, a contoured seat, and four splayed legs with brass castors. View V
Archive VI A dark brown wood revolving desk chair featuring a curved slatted backrest, turned arm posts, a contoured seat, and four splayed legs with brass castors. View VI
Archive VII A dark brown wood revolving desk chair featuring a curved slatted backrest, turned arm posts, a contoured seat, and four splayed legs with brass castors. View VII
Archive VIII A dark brown wood revolving desk chair featuring a curved slatted backrest, turned arm posts, a contoured seat, and four splayed legs with brass castors. View VIII
Archive IX A dark brown wood revolving desk chair featuring a curved slatted backrest, turned arm posts, a contoured seat, and four splayed legs with brass castors. View IX
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Ropeworks Antiques

Ropeworks Antiques
Telephone 07725 509949
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The Old Ropeworks
Kennet Place
Marlborough
SN8 1NG
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Dec 2012
Items For Sale 275
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A dark brown wood revolving desk chair featuring a curved slatted backrest, turned arm posts, a contoured seat, and four splayed legs with brass castors.
E W Godwin desk chair
Ref: SA806629
A dark brown wood revolving desk chair featuring a curved slatted backrest, turned arm posts, a contoured seat, and four splayed legs with brass castors.
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  • ObjectDesk Chairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleAesthetic Movement
  • MaterialMahogany, Iron, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsSlatted backrest, Turned arm posts, Contoured seat, Splayed legs
  • SizeH 79 cm (31 in) x W 56 cm (22 in) x D 56 cm (22 in)

This nineteenth century revolving desk chair follows an E W Godwin design, attributed to maker James Peddle. The walnut timber displays a dark brown finish with a polished sheen, complemented by brass castors on the four splayed legs. Notable details include a curved backrest with vertical slats, turned arm posts supporting the wraparound arms, and a deep saddle-contoured seat. Signs of age and past maintenance appear in the replaced castors. Practical proportions measure 79 cm high, 56 cm wide, and 56 cm deep, with a seat height of 44 cm. In a modern home, this piece suits a study or home office as a functional desk seat or reading chair in a gentleman's library setting.

FAQs

Originating in the late nineteenth century, Aesthetic Movement furniture emphasised reform, structural clarity, and Japanese design influences, featuring clean lines, turned elements, and balanced proportions.

These chairs were constructed using dense hardwoods such as mahogany, oak, or walnut, combined with cast iron swivel mechanisms and brass castors.

Authentic pieces feature signature elements such as slatted backrests, turned arm posts, arched quadruped legs, precise joinery, and functional swivel mechanisms.

Position the chair alongside a minimalist modern desk or within a home library to introduce rich timber tones, texture, and historical contrast.

Dust regularly with a dry microfibre cloth, apply natural beeswax polish periodically to protect the timber finish, and lubricate the iron mechanical joint with light machine oil.
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