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Victorian Captains Chair
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Victorian Captains Chair

19th century
Sold 13 March 2025 · The Old Cinema
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Description

A charming antique captain’s chair crafted from solid wood, showcasing its rich patina and warm tones developed over years of use. This chair features a rounded backrest with finely turned bobbin spindles and a slightly curved top rail, providing both support and classic appeal. The sturdy seat is subtly contoured, supported by robust turned legs and stretchers, which add to its structural integrity. Its timeworn surface bears natural marks and characterful wear, celebrating its history and craftsmanship. A timeless piece perfect for adding rustic charm to any traditional or eclectic interior.

Physical Dimensions
Height
81cm (31.89")
Width
58cm (22.83")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
Declaration

The Old Cinema has dated this Victorian Captains Chair to the Victorian era.

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SA1121614
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45844
Description
A charming antique captain’s chair crafted from solid wood, showcasing its rich patina and warm tones developed over years of use.
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This chair features a rounded backrest with finely turned bobbin spindles and a slightly curved top rail, providing both support and classic appeal.
The Old Cinema

The sturdy seat is subtly contoured, supported by robust turned legs and stretchers, which add to its structural integrity. Its timeworn surface bears natural marks and characterful wear, celebrating its history and craftsmanship. A timeless piece perfect for adding rustic charm to any traditional or eclectic interior.

Height
81cm (31.89")
Width
58cm (22.83")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
Date of Manufacture

The Old Cinema has dated this Victorian Captains Chair to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1121614
Dealers Internal Ref
45844
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An antique wooden captains chair featuring a curved backrest, spindle supports, and turned legs.
Victorian Captains Chair
Ref: SA1121614
An antique wooden captains chair featuring a curved backrest, spindle supports, and turned legs.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialElm, Beech
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsCurved crest rail, Spindle back, Turned legs, H-stretcher
  • SizeH 81 cm (32 in) x W 58 cm (23 in) x D 60 cm (24 in)

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A Victorian captains chair is a low-backed wooden armchair traditionally utilised in offices, studies, and ships, characterised by a curved top rail supported by spindles.

They were typically constructed from solid hardwoods such as elm, ash, and mahogany, often featuring steam-bent components and turned wooden legs.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit hand-turned spindles, traditional joinery methods such as mortise and tenon, and natural patina consistent with age and use.

It functions effectively as a functional desk chair in a home study or as an accent seating piece paired with a minimalist modern writing table.

Maintain the wood by dusting with a dry cloth, occasionally treating with natural beeswax, and keeping the piece away from direct sunlight and extreme temperature fluctuations.
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