What is a bobbin turn chair?

A bobbin turn chair is a seating form defined by its turned spindle framework, which resembles a string of bobbins or spools. These chairs draw heavily on seventeenth-century designs, though most surviving examples date from nineteenth-century revivals.

How do I date a bobbin chair?

Dating relies on timber species, construction joinery, and the style of the turning work, with earlier pieces showing hand-cut joinery. Victorian revivals often feature ebonised finishes or simulated rosewood, while seventeenth-century originals typically employ heavy joined oak.

Where were these chairs used?

They served as functional seating in parlours, bedrooms, and libraries, depending on the scale and upholstery of the specific model. Smaller variants functioned as corner or bedroom chairs, while sturdier armchairs stood in studies and hallways.

How should I care for the wood?

Maintain the timber by keeping it away from direct heat sources and sudden humidity changes that cause wood to split. Apply microcrystalline wax periodically to nourish the surface without building up excessive residue on the turned details.

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A bobbin turn chair offers sculptural spigot-turned spindles and sturdy seating, rooted in centuries of vernacular craftsmanship.

Superb Early Victorian Rosewood Library Desk Chair

19th century

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Superb Early Victorian Rosewood Library Desk Chair

From William Rand Antiques

£1,100

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19th century

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19th Century Bobbin Day Bed

From Claire Langley Antiques

£1,480

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17th century

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17thc Wainscot Chair

From Helios and Co Antiques

£650

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19th century

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Pair of Cairene Chairs Attributed to Liberty & Co

From Artysan Cotswolds

£500

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Antique Old Saxon Armchair, English, Oak, Turner's Chair, Elbow Seat, Victorian

19th century

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Antique Old Saxon Armchair, English, Oak, Turner's Chair, Elbow Seat, Victorian

From London Fine Antiques

£1,095

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Antique Turner's Armchair, English, Oak, Old Saxon Chair, Elbow Seat, Victorian

19th century

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Antique Turner's Armchair, English, Oak, Old Saxon Chair, Elbow Seat, Victorian

From London Fine Antiques

£965

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Antique Turner's Chair, English, Oak, Old Saxon, Elbow Seat, Victorian, C.1900

19th century

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Antique Turner's Chair, English, Oak, Old Saxon, Elbow Seat, Victorian, C.1900

From London Fine Antiques

£1,595

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Antique Turner's Chair, English Oak, Warwick, Old Saxon, Elbow Seat, Victorian

19th century

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Antique Turner's Chair, English Oak, Warwick, Old Saxon, Elbow Seat, Victorian

From London Fine Antiques

£1,495

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Scottish Vernacular Bobbin Rocking Chair

19th century

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Scottish Vernacular Bobbin Rocking Chair

From Millers Antiques

£475

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19th century

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Antique Tub Chair

From Deva Antiques

£185

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The listings span multiple centuries, uniting seventeenth-century joined oak framing with nineteenth-century Victorian revivals, ebonised finishes, and Swedish country furniture.

19th century

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19th Century Swedish Bobbin Country Throne Armchair, C1800

From Anthony Short Antiques

£2,400

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English Bobbin Open Armchair with Cane Seat and Cushion

19th century

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English Bobbin Open Armchair with Cane Seat and Cushion

From The Antiques Hound

£1,500

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19th century

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Bobbin Turned Armchair

From Ropeworks Antiques

£595

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19th century

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Pair of Swedish Turned Chairs

From Rumble Antiques

£1,200

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Arts and Crafts Mahogany and Leather Upholstered Carver Armchair

1920 - 1940

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Arts and Crafts Mahogany and Leather Upholstered Carver Armchair

From Y Not Antiques

£375

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19th century

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Early C19th 'Metamorphic' Oak Library Armchair/ Steps in the Manner of Richard Hicks Bridgens.

From M Lees and Sons

£3,300

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Bobbin Turn Chair

Superb Early Victorian Rosewood Library Desk Chair

19th Century Bobbin Day Bed

17thc Wainscot Chair

Pair of Cairene Chairs Attributed to Liberty & Co

Antique Old Saxon Armchair, English, Oak, Turner's Chair, Elbow Seat, Victorian

Antique Turner's Armchair, English, Oak, Old Saxon Chair, Elbow Seat, Victorian

Antique Turner's Chair, English, Oak, Old Saxon, Elbow Seat, Victorian, C.1900

Antique Turner's Chair, English Oak, Warwick, Old Saxon, Elbow Seat, Victorian

Scottish Vernacular Bobbin Rocking Chair

Antique Tub Chair

19th Century Swedish Bobbin Country Throne Armchair, C1800

English Bobbin Open Armchair with Cane Seat and Cushion

Bobbin Turned Armchair

Pair of Swedish Turned Chairs

Arts and Crafts Mahogany and Leather Upholstered Carver Armchair

Early C19th 'Metamorphic' Oak Library Armchair/ Steps in the Manner of Richard Hicks Bridgens.

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