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Victorian Mahogany Balloon Back Chair on Castors – United Kingdom, c. 1860s

  • £195.00


Carved from rich, dense mahogany with deep reddish-brown tones and a lustrous polished finish, this Victorian balloon back chair showcases the soft, sweeping lines indicative of mid-19th century cabinetmaking. The waist features a moulded hoop back and a carved central splat, descending into elegant turned front legs anchored on original brass cup castors. The seat has been freshly reupholstered in a refined floral motif fabric, finished with a decorative gimp trim along the lower border.

The balloon back silhouette emerged during the early Victorian era as a sophisticated evolution of classical Regency chair design. Built with traditional mortise and tenon joinery and durable hardwood, single accent chairs of this calibre exemplify sustainable heritage design—built to withstand centuries of use while maintaining enduring decorative value.

— Styling Note —
An ideal bedroom accent chair, hallway anchor beside a period console table, or a characterful desk chair in a traditional home study.

— Condition —
Excellent restored condition. The mahogany frame is structurally tight and solid with an authentic historic patina. The seat has been newly reupholstered in fresh patterned upholstery fabric.

— Specifications —

Dimensions: H: 85cm | W: 45cm | D: 40cm | SH: 45cm

Material: Mahogany (Swietenia macrophylla), Brass, Textile

Maker: Traditional Victorian Cabinetmaker

Origin: United Kingdom

Era: Victorian ()

An authentic Victorian mahogany side chair offering timeless period charm, restored upholstery, and genuine investment value.

One available. Once sold, this specific grain and historic patina cannot be replicated.

Viewing: Available for viewing by appointment.

Delivery: Dispatched via specialist antique couriers (blanket-wrapped, fully insured).

— Delivery —
This piece ships by furniture courier. Please message before purchase for an exact delivery quote to your postcode. Local pickup from Acton available free.