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Early Victorian Mahogany Gillows Style Library Chair
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Early Victorian Mahogany Gillows Style Library Chair

19th century
Sold 8 November 2024 · Sturmans Antiques
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A fine quality early Victorian mahogany framed library chair in the manner of Gillows with Abraham Moon pure wool fabric upholstery c.1860. The substantial frame with railed back and arms formed in the style of bamboo, turned front legs, with splayed legs to the rear, sat on original brass castors. The seat and arm pads upholstered in grey and dark red fine check Abraham Moon pure wool fabric, matching loose buttoned back back cushion. A high quality and very stylish chair typical of the type made by Gillows, Lancaster. Presented in excellent condition with sturdy frame, very comfortable and useable. Measures 26.5" wide x 40" high to top of the back x 29" deep x 16" seat height.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
101.5cm (39.96")
Width
67.5cm (26.57")
Depth
73.5cm (28.94")
Declaration

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Library Chair to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1009744
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Stock number CS127
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A fine quality early Victorian mahogany framed library chair in the manner of Gillows with Abraham Moon pure wool fabric upholstery c.1860.
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The substantial frame with railed back and arms formed in the style of bamboo, turned front legs, with splayed legs to the rear, sat on original brass castors.
Sturmans Antiques

The seat and arm pads upholstered in grey and dark red fine check Abraham Moon pure wool fabric, matching loose buttoned back back cushion. A high quality and very stylish chair typical of the type made by Gillows, Lancaster. Presented in excellent condition with sturdy frame, very comfortable and useable. Measures 26.5" wide x 40" high to top of the back x 29" deep x 16" seat height.

Please contact us with your postcode to obtain a quote for delivery of this item.

Height
101.5cm (39.96")
Width
67.5cm (26.57")
Depth
73.5cm (28.94")
Date of Manufacture

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Library Chair to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1009744
Dealers Internal Ref
Stock number CS127
Sturmans Antiques
Sturmans Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2012

Specialists in antique walnut & oak furniture, upholstered chairs, globes, boxes & tantaluses, clocks & barometers, old moorcroft & silver

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An early Victorian mahogany library chair upholstered in a grey checked tweed fabric with turned wooden legs and brass castors.
Early Victorian Mahogany Gillows Style Library Chair
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An early Victorian mahogany library chair upholstered in a grey checked tweed fabric with turned wooden legs and brass castors.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, wool tweed, brass
  • ColourBrown and Grey
  • MotifsTurned spindles, Button tufting, Brass castors, Checked upholstery
  • SizeH 101.5 cm (40 in) x W 67.5 cm (27 in) x D 73.5 cm (29 in)

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Victorian library chairs typically feature robust timber frames, often crafted from mahogany or walnut, with comfortable upholstery designed for prolonged reading and study.

These chairs were traditionally built using dense hardwoods like mahogany, frequently paired with hand-turned spindle details, horsehair or wool stuffing, and durable woven fabrics or leathers.

Authenticity is assessed through joinery methods, such as hand-cut tenons, the type of timber grain, patination on the wood, and period-appropriate hardware like brass castors.

An antique library chair provides a grounding focal point when paired with minimalist modern decor, acting as a textural contrast in a study, sitting room, or bedroom.

Maintain antique wooden frames by keeping them out of direct sunlight, avoiding extreme temperature fluctuations, and periodically applying microcrystalline wax to nourish the timber.
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