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19th Century Leather Revolving Desk Chair C. 1890
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19th Century Leather Revolving Desk Chair C. 1890

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A beautiful late 19th Century walnut and oak revolving desk or “captain’s chair” of large and impressive proportions with very deeply padded antique gold leather upholstery in excellent condition throughout with no tears or stains and with button back, all set on substantial carved cabriole legs with original casters.

The chair has an antique nail finish and is in excellent order throughout with no repairs and only minor dings and superficial knocks to the frame consistent with age and very careful use.

The solid oak and walnut frame set with shaped spindles around the back and with well padded arms on large carved supports.

The cupped feet into which the casters are inset are united by substantial cross stretchers.

Extremely comfortable and capacious, heavy and robust, the chair turns and revolves smoothly and runs well on its casters.

A very high quality Victorian example in excellent condition – a really lovely chair!

Dimensions are:

34 inches high, 26.5 inches wide, 21 inches deep. 27.5 inches from floor to top of arms, width between arms is 20 inches, depth of seat is 22 inches and height of back from seat is 17 inches.

Date of Manufacture

Webberley Antiques has dated this Leather Revolving Desk Chair to the 19th Century.

Independent Date Check ID 09645980
Dealer's Item Date19th Century
Sellingantiques Date19th Century
Sellingantiques agingItem 120-150 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 19TH CENTURY:
Surface creasing and localised darkening on the leather: honest handling over decades.
Curved spindle back over a revolving circular seat: office furniture design around 1890.
Turned cups housing inset metal castors: late Victorian commercial joinery.
Heavy cross stretchers uniting the cabriole legs: rigid support for the swivel mechanism.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

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SA1235140
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Description
A beautiful late 19th Century walnut and oak revolving desk or “captain’s chair” of large and impressive proportions with very deeply padded antique gold leather upholstery in excellent condition throughout with no tears or stains and with button back, all set on substantial carved cabriole legs with original casters.
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The chair has an antique nail finish and is in excellent order throughout with no repairs and only minor dings and superficial knocks to the frame consistent with age and very careful use.
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fig 1. A late Victorian revolving desk chair upholstered in buttoned tan leather with a mahogany spindle back, brass studding, and castors.
fig 1. 19th Century Leather Revolving Desk Chair C. 1890

The solid oak and walnut frame set with shaped spindles around the back and with well padded arms on large carved supports.

The cupped feet into which the casters are inset are united by substantial cross stretchers.

fig 2. A late Victorian revolving desk chair upholstered in buttoned tan leather with a mahogany spindle back, brass studding, and castors.
fig 2. 19th Century Leather Revolving Desk Chair C. 1890

Extremely comfortable and capacious, heavy and robust, the chair turns and revolves smoothly and runs well on its casters.

A very high quality Victorian example in excellent condition – a really lovely chair!

fig 3. A late Victorian revolving desk chair upholstered in buttoned tan leather with a mahogany spindle back, brass studding, and castors.
fig 3. 19th Century Leather Revolving Desk Chair C. 1890

Dimensions are:

34 inches high, 26.5 inches wide, 21 inches deep. 27.5 inches from floor to top of arms, width between arms is 20 inches, depth of seat is 22 inches and height of back from seat is 17 inches.

Date of Manufacture

Webberley Antiques has dated this Leather Revolving Desk Chair to the 19th Century.

Independent Date Report ID 09645980
Dealer's Item Date19th Century
Sellingantiques dating19th Century
Sellingantiques agingItem 120-150 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 19th Century:
Surface creasing and localised darkening on the leather: honest handling over decades.
Curved spindle back over a revolving circular seat: office furniture design around 1890.
Turned cups housing inset metal castors: late Victorian commercial joinery.
Heavy cross stretchers uniting the cabriole legs: rigid support for the swivel mechanism.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Reference Numbers
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SA1235140
Webberley Antiques
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Archive I A late Victorian revolving desk chair upholstered in buttoned tan leather with a mahogany spindle back, brass studding, and castors.

19th Century Leather Revolving Desk Chair C. 1890

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A late Victorian revolving desk chair upholstered in buttoned tan leather with a mahogany spindle back, brass studding, and castors.
19th Century Leather Revolving Desk Chair c. 1890
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A late Victorian revolving desk chair upholstered in buttoned tan leather with a mahogany spindle back, brass studding, and castors.
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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesk Chairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleLate Victorian
  • MaterialLeather, Mahogany, Brass, Cast Iron
  • ColourTan, Dark Brown
  • MotifsDeep buttoned upholstery, Spindle back rest, Brass studding, Castors

This late Victorian revolving desk chair originates from the 19th Century. The construction combines mahogany and leather, complemented by brass studding and castors, presenting a colour palette of tan and dark brown. Visible details include a deep buttoned upholstery finish on the backrest, a spindle back rest design, brass nailhead trim along the edges, carved cabriole legs, and small round feet fitted with wheels. Minor surface wear appears on the wooden frame, while the leather seat cushion shows natural creasing. Practical proportions make this piece suitable for positioning beside a writing table, partner desk, or bureau in a study, home office, or reading room. Sitting comfortably behind a workspace, the swivelling mechanism allows for easy movement and adjustment during administrative tasks or reading sessions.

FAQs

Originating in the late 19th century, revolving desk chairs were designed to provide mobility and support in Victorian libraries and offices, combining mechanical castors and swivel bases with traditional upholstery.

These chairs were constructed using solid hardwoods such as mahogany or oak, featuring deep-buttoned leather upholstery, brass studding, and iron revolving mechanisms.

Authentic pieces from the late 19th century feature hand-fitted joinery, original cast-iron swivel mechanisms, brass studding, and age-related patination on the timber and leather.

Pair the chair with a minimalist writing desk or a dark wood executive desk, balancing its visual weight with contemporary lighting and neutral wall tones.

Condition the leather periodically with specialised balm to prevent drying, dust the spindle back regularly, and keep the iron swivel mechanism lightly oiled.
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