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Antique Victorian Gothic Revival Solid Oak Swivel Desk Chair
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Antique Victorian Gothic Revival Solid Oak Swivel Desk Chair

19th century
Sold 13 July 2026 · Marylebone Antiques
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A superb antique Victorian Gothic revival solid oak swivel desk chair, made in England and dating from around the 1870-1880 period.

This is of outstanding quality, it is beautifully crafted and is extremely comfortable. The solid oak has a gorgeous colour tone and wonderful grain patterns. It has a lovely rounded shape with a pierced back, and canted edges on the arm rests and legs The round seat is beautifully caned. This swivels smoothly and rolls on original casters. The mechanism is extremely well made and is in good working order.

We have had the wood revived and re-polished, it has a gorgeous colour one. There is no damage to the cane, the condition all round is excellent for its age.

Width – 26 inches , 66 cm

Depth – 22 inches , 56 cm

Height – 32 inches , 81 cm

Seat height – 17 inches , 43 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
81cm (31.89")
Width
66cm (25.98")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Declaration

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Victorian Oak Desk Chair to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1187388
Dealers Internal Reference
11693
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Description
A superb antique Victorian Gothic revival solid oak swivel desk chair, made in England and dating from around the 1870-1880 period.

This is of outstanding quality, it is beautifully crafted and is extremely comfortable. The solid oak has a gorgeous colour tone and wonderful grain patterns.

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It has a lovely rounded shape with a pierced back, and canted edges on the arm rests and legs The round seat is beautifully caned.
Marylebone Antiques

This swivels smoothly and rolls on original casters. The mechanism is extremely well made and is in good working order.

fig 1. An antique Victorian Gothic Revival solid oak swivel desk chair with a cane seat and castors.
fig 1. Antique Victorian Gothic Revival Solid Oak Swivel Desk Chair

We have had the wood revived and re-polished, it has a gorgeous colour one. There is no damage to the cane, the condition all round is excellent for its age.

Width – 26 inches , 66 cm

Depth – 22 inches , 56 cm

Height – 32 inches , 81 cm

Seat height – 17 inches , 43 cm

Height
81cm (31.89")
Width
66cm (25.98")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Date of Manufacture

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Victorian Oak Desk Chair to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1187388
Dealers Internal Ref
11693
Marylebone Antiques
Marylebone Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2012

Specialist in english, french and swedish antique furniture & decorative items circa 1750-1950s.

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An antique Victorian Gothic Revival solid oak swivel desk chair with a cane seat and castors.
Antique Victorian Gothic Revival Solid Oak Swivel Desk Chair
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesk Chairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian Gothic Revival
  • MaterialOak, Cane, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsQuatrefoil cutout, Turned spindles, Cane woven seat, Castor wheels
  • SizeH 81 cm (32 in) x W 66 cm (26 in) x D 56 cm (22 in)

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The Victorian Gothic Revival movement emerged in the mid-19th century, drawing inspiration from medieval architecture and design motifs such as pointed arches, quatrefoils, and heavy carved woodwork.

These pieces were typically crafted from solid hardwoods like oak or mahogany, frequently featuring turned wooden components, iron or brass swivel mechanisms, and woven cane or leather seat inserts.

Authentic period pieces display traditional joinery, hand-carved detailing, heavy iron or wood-threaded spindle mechanisms underneath, and natural oxidisation consistent with nineteenth-century manufacturing techniques.

An antique swivel chair adds historic character when paired with a sleek, minimalist modern desk or used as an accent chair in a study to create an eclectic contrast.

Maintain the wood by keeping it away from direct heat sources and sunlight, applying occasional micro-crystalline wax to nourish the finish, and gently dusting with a dry cloth.
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