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A Button Backed Leather Upholstered Oak Aesthetic Movement Armchair with a Matching Slipper Chair
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A Button Backed Leather Upholstered Oak Aesthetic Movement Armchair with a Matching Slipper Chair

19th century
Sold by Culvertons
Sold 21 March 2025 · Culvertons
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Description

We often have to completely re-upholster our chairs using hand-dyed leather, however these very attractive examples from the Aesthetic Movement, dating to the 1880's, came to us in an excellent upholstered condition. We felt the deep Victoria Plum colour of the leather complemented their oak frames, and the style of buttoning showed that their upholsterer was skilled and had an eye for detail.

Now their frames have been sensitively restored and polished, and their castors serviced by our metal work specialist, they make a handsome and understated pair of chairs, that would sit comfortably within a contemporary or period interior.

Measurements of armchair - 67 cm wide x 90 cm high x 70 cm deep (seat height 41 cm)

" " slipper chair - 60 cm wide x 89 cm high x 62 cm deep ( " " " 41 cm)

Declaration

Culvertons has dated this Aesthetic Movement Armchair to the 1880s.

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SA730987
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Whenever possible Culvertons undertake the carriage of items within London and the home counties. Professional, competitive and trusted couriers and shipping companies are engaged for deliveries for the remainder of our customers. Smaller items, when instructed, will be carefully parcelled and securely sent by the carrier.

We strive to accurately describe and illustrate our stock on the 'Selling Antiques' website. However, we understand that it is not always possible to judge from photographs how an item will look in the home or garden. For this reason, if notified within seven days from the date of delivery we offer a full refund (less any agreed carriage costs) once the item has been returned in the same condition as it left our premises.

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We often have to completely re-upholster our chairs using hand-dyed leather, however these very attractive examples from the Aesthetic Movement, dating to the 1880's, came to us in an excellent upholstered condition.
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We felt the deep Victoria Plum colour of the leather complemented their oak frames, and the style of buttoning showed that their upholsterer was skilled and had an eye for detail.
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fig 1. An antique Aesthetic Movement oak armchair featuring button-backed dark leather upholstery and turned spindle details.
fig 1. A Button Backed Leather Upholstered Oak Aesthetic Movement Armchair with a Matching Slipper Chair

Now their frames have been sensitively restored and polished, and their castors serviced by our metal work specialist, they make a handsome and understated pair of chairs, that would sit comfortably within a contemporary or period interior.

Measurements of armchair - 67 cm wide x 90 cm high x 70 cm deep (seat height 41 cm)

" " slipper chair - 60 cm wide x 89 cm high x 62 cm deep ( " " " 41 cm)

Date of Manufacture

Culvertons has dated this Aesthetic Movement Armchair to the 1880s.

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Telephone 0777 542 6867 or 01306 770212
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42 A West Street
Dorking
Surrey
RH4 1BU
United Kingdom
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An antique Aesthetic Movement oak armchair featuring button-backed dark leather upholstery and turned spindle details.
A button backed leather upholstered oak aesthetic movement armchair with a matching slipper chair
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An antique Aesthetic Movement oak armchair featuring button-backed dark leather upholstery and turned spindle details.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleAesthetic Movement
  • MaterialOak, Leather
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsSpindle gallery, Button tufting, Turned legs, Brass castors

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The Aesthetic Movement, spanning the late 19th century, prioritised visual and material quality over heavy historical revivalism, often drawing inspiration from Japanese design, simplified geometric forms, and natural materials.

These pieces typically feature solid timber frames such as oak, joined with traditional mortise and tenon techniques, complemented by button-tufted leather upholstery and turned spindle details.

Authenticity is assessed through timber ageing, traditional hand-turned spindles, patinated leather upholstery, visible construction joinery, and period-appropriate hardware or castors.

Pair the chair with minimalist or contemporary furnishings to allow the rich oak timber and dark leather upholstery to serve as a textured, historical focal point in the room.

Maintain the timber with microcrystalline wax and nourish the leather periodically with specialised conditioning creams, keeping the furniture away from direct sunlight and dramatic humidity fluctuations.
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