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Ample English 19th Century Antique Upholstered Barrel Back Armchair
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Ample English 19th Century Antique Upholstered Barrel Back Armchair

19th century
Sold 5 November 2025 · Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
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Description

Ample English 19th Century Antique Upholstered Barrel Back Armchair

A superb quality, traditionally upholstered large scale and comfortable antique armchair that has a curved, barrel back and stands on quality, reeded and turned front legs. Larger proportions than usual, in excellent intact condition and the legs are complete with the original quality brass castors. English and dating to around 1840-50.

Dimensions

Height: 95cm (37.70")

Width: 81cm (32.14")

Depth: 83cm (32.94")

Additional Info

The seat is 45cm high.

Physical Dimensions
Height
95cm (37.40")
Width
1cm (0.39")
Depth
83cm (32.68")
Declaration

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd has dated this Antique Barrel Back Armchair to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1173451
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Description
Ample English 19th Century Antique Upholstered Barrel Back Armchair
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A superb quality, traditionally upholstered large scale and comfortable antique armchair that has a curved, barrel back and stands on quality, reeded and turned front legs.
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd

Larger proportions than usual, in excellent intact condition and the legs are complete with the original quality brass castors. English and dating to around 1840-50.

Dimensions

Height: 95cm (37.70")

Width: 81cm (32.14")

Depth: 83cm (32.94")

Additional Info

The seat is 45cm high.

Height
95cm (37.40")
Width
1cm (0.39")
Depth
83cm (32.68")
Date of Manufacture

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd has dated this Antique Barrel Back Armchair to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1173451
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2009

34 years in the antiques trade, miles is constantly sourcing interesting, original, mainly english antique furniture and accessories.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd Profile Page

Trade Associations

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd

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Verified Since May 2009
Items For Sale 161
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An antique 19th-century upholstered barrel back armchair in pink patterned damask fabric with turned wooden legs and castors.
Ample English 19th Century Antique Upholstered Barrel Back Armchair
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An antique 19th-century upholstered barrel back armchair in pink patterned damask fabric with turned wooden legs and castors.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Wood, Textile
  • ColourPink
  • MotifsBarrel back, Turned legs, Brass castors, Damask upholstery
  • SizeH 95 cm (37 in) x W 1 cm (0 in) x D 83 cm (33 in)

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A barrel back armchair features a rounded, semicircular backrest that wraps continuously into the arms, designed to enclose the sitter for warmth and comfort.

These pieces typically utilized a solid timber frame such as mahogany, walnut, or beech, traditionally stuffed with horsehair, wool, and wadding, finished with woven textile upholstery.

Authenticity is determined by examining the hand-turned wooden legs, traditional joinery methods, handmade brass castors, and hand-stitched webbing or hessian underneath.

Pairing a traditional upholstered armchair with contemporary minimalist furnishings creates a balanced interior, allowing the historical texture and form to act as a focal point.

Protect the fabric from direct sunlight to prevent fading, vacuum gently using a low-suction attachment, and occasionally condition the exposed wooden elements with appropriate wax.
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