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An Early Victorian Mahogany Library Chair Circa 1850 in the Manner of Jg Crace
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An Early Victorian Mahogany Library Chair Circa 1850 in the Manner of Jg Crace

19th century
Sold 22 October 2025 · Macintosh Antiques
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An early Victorian mahogany library chair circa 1850 in the manner of JG Crace in lovely original condition carved all round with interlocking chain decoration and in the original fabric.

Size : 18 inches wide 22 inches deep 36 inches high

An almost identical chair but without the carving was sold from the Collection of

Archibald Sterling of Keir, Christie's House Sale, Keir Mains, Dunblane, Perthshire, lot 1263

Illustrated in situ A. Rowan, 'Keir-Perthshire-III' Country Life, 29 August 1975, p.510 and another similar was supplied to William Gibbs Esq for Tyntesfield by J G Crace in 1855-6 for £17 -6 and is presently in the library there now open to view through the National Trust

Physical Dimensions
Height
91cm (35.83")
Width
46cm (18.11")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Declaration

Macintosh Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Library Chair to the 1850s.

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SA1149562
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MA4255
Description
An early Victorian mahogany library chair circa 1850 in the manner of JG Crace in lovely original condition carved all round with interlocking chain decoration and in the original fabric.

Size : 18 inches wide 22 inches deep 36 inches high

fig 1. An early Victorian mahogany library chair with green velvet upholstery and carved wooden stretchers against a plain background.
fig 1. An Early Victorian Mahogany Library Chair Circa 1850 in the Manner of Jg Crace

An almost identical chair but without the carving was sold from the Collection of

Archibald Sterling of Keir, Christie's House Sale, Keir Mains, Dunblane, Perthshire, lot 1263

Illustrated in situ A. Rowan, 'Keir-Perthshire-III' Country Life, 29 August 1975, p.

“
510 and another similar was supplied to William Gibbs Esq for Tyntesfield by J G Crace in 1855-6 for £17 -6 and is presently in the library there now open to view through the National Trust.
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Height
91cm (35.83")
Width
46cm (18.11")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Date of Manufacture

Macintosh Antiques has dated this Victorian Mahogany Library Chair to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1149562
Dealers Internal Ref
MA4255
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An early Victorian mahogany library chair with green velvet upholstery and carved wooden stretchers against a plain background.
An early Victorian mahogany library chair circa 1850 in the manner of JG Crace
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  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialMahogany, Velvet
  • ColourGreen
  • MotifsCarved strapwork frame, Curved upholstered backrest, H-stretchers, Splayed legs
  • SizeH 91 cm (36 in) x W 46 cm (18 in) x D 56 cm (22 in)

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Victorian chairs often feature revival styles drawing from Gothic, Elizabethan, and Rococo influences, characterised by substantial proportions, dark hardwoods, and intricate hand-carved details.

These pieces were typically constructed from dense hardwoods such as mahogany, oak, or walnut, and traditionally upholstered using horsehair stuffing and wool or velvet fabrics.

Authenticity is identified through traditional joinery methods like mortise and tenon, hand-turned or hand-carved wooden elements, patination consistent with age, and period-appropriate upholstery webbing.

An antique library chair functions effectively as an accent piece in a contemporary study or living room, pairing well with minimalist desks or neutral upholstery to highlight its historic craftsmanship.

Preservation requires keeping the wood away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent splitting, applying microcrystalline wax periodically, and using professional cleaning methods for historic textiles.
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