A Scottish Mid-19th Century Oak Framed Library Chair, by

Name: A Scottish Mid-19th Century Oak Framed Library Chair, by John Taylor of Edinburgh
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1244936
Price: 285 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectArmchairs
Period19th century
StyleVictorian
MaterialOak, Velvet, Brass
ColourRose Pink, Dark Brown
MotifsSpindle gallery, Carved scroll arms, Turned front legs, Brass castors

This Scottish mid-19th century library chair by John Taylor of Edinburgh is an oak-framed Victorian armchair designed with generous proportions for a gentleman's library. The piece is upholstered in rose pink velvet with matching piping along the edges, complemented by a dark brown timber frame finished with a heavy coat of varnish. Notable design elements include a spindle gallery beneath the low-back roll, carved scroll arm supports, turned front legs, and brass castors. It stands 67 cm high, 64 cm wide and 71 cm deep, offering a comfortable seating option. Suitable for use in a home today as a reading or lounging chair in a study, library or living room, the armchair provides a functional seating space. The frame shows well-presented condition with signs of a recent re-upholstering, while the sturdy proportions and supportive arms lend themselves to practical daily use. The combination of turned wood, polished brass and plush fabric introduces traditional Victorian character into interior schemes.

FAQs

A mid-19th century Victorian library chair is a specialised seating piece designed for comfort during study, characterised by deep padded upholstery, sturdy timber frames, and low-slung, ergonomic proportions suited to desks or reading nooks.

Furniture makers of this era in Scotland frequently utilised native or imported hardwoods such as solid oak and mahogany for the structural frame, paired with brass castors and plush wool or velvet upholstery secured with webbing and hand-tied springs.

Authentic pieces by Edinburgh makers like John Taylor often feature makers stamps or paper labels under the seat rails, high-grade joinery, hand-carved scroll arm supports, and stamped brass castors fitted to turned legs.

A low-profile Victorian library chair functions as a focal point in a contemporary study or living room when paired with clean-lined side tables, neutral walls, and minimalist ambient lighting to highlight the carved timber details.

Keep the piece away from direct sunlight and heat sources to protect the fabric dye and prevent the oak frame from drying or cracking; clean the upholstery gently with a soft vacuum attachment and polish exposed wood with natural beeswax.

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A Scottish Mid-19th Century Oak Framed Library Chair, by John Taylor of Edinburgh