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Pair of Carved Oak 19th Century Armchairs
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Pair of Carved Oak 19th Century Armchairs

19th century
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Pair of carved oak 19th century armchairs circa 1890.

Good quality pair of chairs very much in the taste of chippendale.  typical shaped back rest with carved detailing.  scrolled arms and supports, further carving to the front rail.  standing on front carved cabriole legs, with tapering legs to the rear.

Good rich colour to woodwork.  drop in seats covered in a later star fabric on a blue background.

Minor surface marks.  good generous seat.

Seat height: 18"

Seat width: 20"

Seat depth: 19 1/2"

Arm height: 27 1/2"

Physical Dimensions
Height
106cm (41.73")
Width
64.7cm (25.47")
Depth
59.7cm (23.50")
Declaration

Debenham Antiques Ltd has dated this Carved Oak Armchair Pair to the 19th Century.

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SA999841
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DA4090
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Description
Pair of carved oak 19th century armchairs circa 1890.

Good quality pair of chairs very much in the taste of chippendale.  typical shaped back rest with carved detailing.  scrolled arms and supports, further carving to the front rail.  standing on front carved cabriole legs, with tapering legs to the rear.

fig 1. A pair of 19th-century carved oak open armchairs featuring vasiform splats, cabriole legs, carved seat aprons, and blue star-patterned upholstery.
fig 1. Pair of Carved Oak 19th Century Armchairs

Good rich colour to woodwork.  drop in seats covered in a later star fabric on a blue background.

Minor surface marks.  good generous seat.

Seat height: 18"

Seat width: 20"

Seat depth: 19 1/2"

Arm height: 27 1/2"

Height
106cm (41.73")
Width
64.7cm (25.47")
Depth
59.7cm (23.50")
Date of Manufacture

Debenham Antiques Ltd has dated this Carved Oak Armchair Pair to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA999841
Dealers Internal Ref
DA4090
Debenham Antiques Ltd
Debenham Antiques Ltd
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A pair of 19th-century carved oak open armchairs featuring vasiform splats, cabriole legs, carved seat aprons, and blue star-patterned upholstery.
PAIR OF CARVED OAK 19TH CENTURY ARMCHAIRS
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  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialOak, Textile
  • ColourMedium Brown
  • MotifsVasiform splat, Cabriole legs, Carved seat apron, Scrolled armrests
  • SizeH 106 cm (42 in) x W 64.7 cm (25 in) x D 59.7 cm (24 in)

This pair of 19th-century Victorian armchairs is made of medium brown oak with a rich colour and a later blue textile upholstery patterned with white stars. Each chair measures 106 cm high, 64.7 cm wide, and 59.7 cm deep, featuring a shaped backrest with a carved vasiform splat, scrolled armrests and supports, carved seat aprons, and front cabriole legs. The drop-in seats display minor surface marks, and the woodwork shows typical signs of age. These open armchairs suit an English country house interior, serving as occasional seating in a living room, study, or hallway. They offer generous proportions for comfortable seating while maintaining traditional period style.

FAQs

During the 19th century, furniture makers frequently drew inspiration from historic styles, including Queen Anne, Baroque, and Rococo designs. Oak remained a popular choice for seating, valued for its durability and prominent grain, which suited intricate hand carving and decorative splats.

These armchairs were primarily crafted from solid oak timber, joined using traditional mortise and tenon joinery. Seats were upholstered with woven fabrics, leather, or horsehair padding, supported by internal webbing or springs.

Authentic period examples exhibit signs of hand-planing, irregular joint construction, and age-related patination in protected areas. Look for authentic wear on armrests, seat rails, and lower legs, as well as period-appropriate hand-carved details rather than modern machine-milled work.

Positioning a pair of carved armchairs on either side of a console table or using them as head-of-table carver chairs creates visual balance in a dining room. Re-upholstering the drop-in or fixed seats in modern textiles offers a contrast between historic timber and contemporary decor.

Dust timber surfaces regularly using a soft, dry cloth, following the direction of the grain. Apply a high-quality beeswax polish sparingly once or twice a year to nourish the wood and protect the original finish, avoiding silicone-based sprays and direct heat sources.
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