What distinguishes a salon armchair?

Salon armchairs were built for formal entertaining rather than heavy daily lounging, featuring lighter proportions and decorative exposed wood frames. They were intended to furnish drawing rooms and parlours where guests gathered. These chairs often match settee designs or form part of larger seating suites, combining aesthetic elegance with comfortable upholstered support.

How do I identify French revival styles?

French revival pieces incorporate the flowing asymmetric lines, cabriole supports and organic motifs associated with eighteenth century court furniture. Makers during the nineteenth century reinterpreted these designs using native or imported timbers. Look for scrollwork on the crest rail, moulded arm terminals and painted or gilt finishes that echo continental models from earlier eras.

Where should I place these chairs?

These armchairs suit drawing rooms, studies or bedrooms where their decorative frames and upholstered backs can be viewed from multiple angles. Pairs function effectively flanking a fireplace or positioned beneath a mirror. Because of their lighter scale compared to heavy library seating, they fit easily into conversational groupings or empty corners needing a focal point.

How can I tell the period?

Dating relies on timber choices, carving styles and construction methods. Mid nineteenth century pieces often use rich rosewood or walnut with deep relief carving, while later Victorian examples introduce different upholstery treatments. French style frames from the nineteenth century frequently employ walnut or beech, sometimes bearing stylistic markers of the Rococo revival.

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Cabriole leg salon armchairs bring sweeping continental grace and upholstered comfort to a formal room.

A Fine Pair of Victorian Rosewood Arm Chairs

19th century

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A Fine Pair of Victorian Rosewood Arm Chairs

From W.J. Gravener Antiques Ltd.

£2,450

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19th century

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Superb Victorian Ebonsied Armchair

From Fernyhough Antiques Ltd

£695

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Antique Victorian Mahogany Armchair C.1880s

19th century

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Antique Victorian Mahogany Armchair C.1880s

From MebleinUK

£389

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18th century

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French Painted Armchair

From Rumble Antiques

£450

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19th century

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Outstanding Quality Pair of Antique Victorian Carved Walnut Ladies and Gentlemen’s Chairs

From London City Antiques

£2,450

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1920 - 1940

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A Pair of 1930'S Painted Louis XV Style Armchairs

From Ebury Trading

£1,950

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19th century

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Pair of Victorian Tub Chairs

From John Howkins Antiques

£950

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Antique Button Back Salon Chair, English, Walnut, Spoon, Seat, Victorian, C.1840

19th century

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Antique Button Back Salon Chair, English, Walnut, Spoon, Seat, Victorian, C.1840

From London Fine Antiques

£1,695

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19th century

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Good-sized Pair of French Fauteuil Open Armchairs

From Andros Antiques

£1,625

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19th century

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English 19th Century Mahogany Armchair

From S and S Timms Antiques Ltd

£2,500

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Some Victorian ladies and gentlemen's chairs were built as matched pairs where the gentleman's seat gained extra width to accommodate heavy waistcoats.

Antique Salon Chair, English, Walnut, Armchair, Early Victorian, Circa 1840

19th century

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Antique Salon Chair, English, Walnut, Armchair, Early Victorian, Circa 1840

From London Fine Antiques

£2,450

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1900 - 1920

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Open Arm Upholstered Armchair.

From Rupert Hitchcox Antiques

£135

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A Lovely Victorian Walnut Open Arm Chair C1880

19th century

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A Lovely Victorian Walnut Open Arm Chair C1880

From S J Bean Clocks & Antiques

£550

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Victorian 8 Piece Suite, Button Back, Circa 1875

19th century

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Victorian 8 Piece Suite, Button Back, Circa 1875

From Frank Craig Antiques

£1,200

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Edwardian Carved Mahogany Six Piece Salon Suite

19th century

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Edwardian Carved Mahogany Six Piece Salon Suite

From Harrison Antique Furniture

£1,200

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Victorian Mahogany Framed Upholstered Armchair

19th century

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Victorian Mahogany Framed Upholstered Armchair

From Affordable Old Furniture

£450

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Cabriole Leg Salon Armchairs

A Fine Pair of Victorian Rosewood Arm Chairs

Superb Victorian Ebonsied Armchair

Antique Victorian Mahogany Armchair C.1880s

French Painted Armchair

Outstanding Quality Pair of Antique Victorian Carved Walnut Ladies and Gentlemen’s Chairs

A Pair of 1930'S Painted Louis XV Style Armchairs

Pair of Victorian Tub Chairs

Antique Button Back Salon Chair, English, Walnut, Spoon, Seat, Victorian, C.1840

Good-sized Pair of French Fauteuil Open Armchairs

English 19th Century Mahogany Armchair

Antique Salon Chair, English, Walnut, Armchair, Early Victorian, Circa 1840

Open Arm Upholstered Armchair.

A Lovely Victorian Walnut Open Arm Chair C1880

Victorian 8 Piece Suite, Button Back, Circa 1875

Edwardian Carved Mahogany Six Piece Salon Suite

Victorian Mahogany Framed Upholstered Armchair

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