19th Century Armchairs

A mid victorian maroon leather tub chair, it's been well loved and has a wonderful look. Wear and tear, discolouration, stains and old repairs. The leather is in perfectly good co...

This elegant Biedermeier armchair originates from the first half of the 19th century in Bohemia, which was part of the Austrian Empire at the time. It is made from a combination of s...

Antique Louis XIV style beech wood armchair, early 19th century. With a cupids bow crest rail, serpentine shaped arms and arm supports os de mouton legs and double serpentine shaped ...

A George II Style Carved Walnut Open Armchair, 19th Century. The shaped crest carved with eagles and pierced beaks with drapery and tassels, the feathers continue to shaped stiles fl...

This unique round armchair in Biedermeier style originates from Austria and dates back to the early 19th century. Designed by architect Josef Danhauser, it is crafted from cherry woo...

This exquisite pair of armchairs from the Louis-Philippe period is crafted from rich walnut, exemplifying the elegance of mid-nineteenth-century design. The chairs feature gracefully...

Antique rolled arm tufted arm chair in contemporary funky fabric. 35”h x 36” w x 23” h Seat Height: 16”h

English Arts & Crafts Slipper Arm Chair, circa 1885. A rarely found example of elm & oak with original leather woven strapwork seat. Large studs anchor the leather. Turned, tapered l...

Louis XV style gilt wood (gold leaf) needlepoint armchair, 19th century. With a floral carved cupid's bow crest rail, a cartouche shaped back inset with colorful needlepoint, needlep...

French alp wood armchair

A stunning set of 4 Louis XIV Armchairs from the Piedmont region of Italy. Soundly constructed from handsome walnut. Each having slightly reclined backs, shaped arms atop turned su...

19th Century Windsor chair with spindle turnings and dished seat. This lovely chair is made primarily of oak with hand turned back splats. It has tall and wide proportions giving it...

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning, very collectable John Harrop, top to bottom restored, hand dyed Cigar brown leather reclining armchair with built in drinks cabinet to one side and bookcase to the other Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it covers within the M25 only for the UK and local Europe only for international, if you would like an accurate quote, please send me your postcode and I’ll provide you with the exact price. This chair is a wonder to behold, I have never in all my time seen another, it screams Art Deco however it was made in the latter part of the Victorian era, the chair on the face of it looks like an Odeon armchair which in itself is rare, however, this is so much more, this would have been a gentleman's paradise, it reclines as mentioned, the left outside arm is a bookcase cabinet, under the of top of this side there is a sliding ashtray, this most likely wouldn't be used today but it is appealing that it hasn't been lost over time, the right side has a cupboard which when opened reveals a drinks cabinet, is that not just the most sophisticated feature you have ever seen on an armchair The inside of the cupboard door displays the original retailers plaque which reads HARROPS BETTER FURNITURE 89 91 & 93 PICCADILLY MANCHESTER, this is for John Harrop, a full bio of the great man can be read below This chair originally in a blue fabric, it has been stripped back to the frame which has been French polished, its then been upholstered with Italian Premium cattle hide russet leather that was applied plain, plain leather is signifacntly more expensive than pre-treated hide, it has then been hand dyed six times, antiqued, sealed waxed down and polished, this is now basically in better than new condition Dimensions for the armchair Height:- 85cm Width:- 68cm Depth:- 65cm fully reclined depth 100cm Seat height:- 44cm Please note all measurements are taken at the widest point, if you would like any additional or specific measurements please ask. John Harrop was the next person to live at Heaton Lodge. In many ways he was the archetypal Victorian, living the English dream. He was born in a workhouse but ended his days a rich businessman rising to Lord Mayor of Manchester, and having several homes. He was born on the 1st February 1847 to John Harrop and Caroline Wharton in Ancoats. John and Caroline appear to have moved to Manchester from Hull, as his older sisters, Ellen and Ann, born 1842 and 1843 were born there. He had one more sister, Sarah who was born around 1849 The family moved to Dukinfield , then Reddish and as a boy he worked in the Stockport cotton mills. In order to earn extra money he took up an agency selling an illustrated Bible in parts. He was so successful in selling to his fellow millworkers, that he was soon earning much more than he earned in the mills, and so set himself up as a bookseller on Deansgate in Manchester. Even here he innovated, and commissioned portraits of political celebreties such as Gladstone and Chamberlain, and having them framed and selling them in their thousands at a handsome profit. His rapid accumulation of wealth can be seen by his frequent upward moves. In late 1870 he married Elizabeth Farrar, and was living at Old Road in Heaton Norris, moving by 1881 to 69 Reddish Road in Stockport, in 1891 they were living at Richmond Hill on Gatley Road in Cheadle, but they also had a property at Struan, in Storrs Park Windermere and 91 Piccadilly Manchester. 91 Piccadilly is still there and is now a Spar We can see how he rises in wealth through his declared occupations on the census. In 1871 he is a cotton mill warper, by 1881 he is a print dealer by 1891 he is a bassinette manufacturer and finally in 1901 he is a house furniture dealer. By 1906 he had become Lord Mayor of Manchester. However, he never forgot his humble roots, we can see that by his speeches and the causes he promoted. An autodidact, he was proud to have been able to send his seven sons to Manchester Grammar , and in a speech there, in contrast to the proud boasts of the preceding speakers he said: “The principal schooling I got, was at night-time in a barn. We paid a penny a week and took our own candles.” Harrops basinette and furniture became a nationwide chain of furniture stores, he had a factory on Bury street in Stockport and Harrops branched out from there. He was not only successful in business but also in politics and made powerful connections. On 24 July 1904, Winston Churchill attended a Liberal Garden party in Heaton Mersey in the grounds of Highfield, and stayed overnight with the Harrops at Heaton Lodge, Louis Botha, the first Prime Minister of South Africa also stayed there. Hans Geiger and Ernest Rutherford were also visitors. John Harrop also promoted worthy causes, and the grounds of Heaton Lodge were also host to many fundraising events, he was active in the Temperance movement , but my favourite of his causes is the Ada Leigh Homes for British and American Girls in Paris, the Manchester Guardian reports on 4 May 1911 that he held a fundraising garden party for the cause. This charity provided free accomodation for British Colonial and American Ladies in Paris. In 1908 Mrs Harrop is reported as to be organising food parcels for the unemployed of Manchester. Finally, we have Mr Harrop to thank for securing Platt Fields Park for the people of Manchester. For leisure, he was a keen salmon fisherman, holidaying often in Scotland, and all to ready whilst at his club, to relate his adventures to anyone willing to listen John and Elizabeth purchased Heaton Lodge in July 1902. They had eight children, Arthur, John Walter, William Gladstone, Maud Elizabeth, Frederick Hardy...

A handsome and early Library Chair in Georgian style. The tub chair with curved arms and upholstered overall including the arm pads in a fine red leather with nail head trim. Raised ...

A wonderful pair of antique French country carver armchairs, dating from the 19th century, and full of character and quirky detail. These comfortable chairs feature woven rush seatin...

The 19th Century French Louis XIII Baroque Style Carved Arm Chair is a splendid representation of opulent design and meticulous craftsmanship. This majestic piece features a sturdy w...

An eye-catching pair of iconic lounge chairs representing pure 80s style. the chairs are called "Signora Chan" and were designed by Carlo Forcolini and produced by Alias in Italy aro...

This exquisite mahogany ribbon-back armchair epitomizes the elegance and sophistication associated with Thomas Chippendale's designs. Distinctive elements such as superior carving, b...

The 19th Century French Louis XIII Baroque Style Upholstered Barley Twist Arm Chair is a striking representation of opulent design and meticulou...

solid mahogany with polished finish, original brown leather; decorative knobs; strikingly high backrest with stylised decoration in bas-relief; rear legs curved, forelegs tapering do...

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of original Victorian Maple & Co country house armchairs which are part of a suite Pleas...

Pair of ash Captains chairs with elm seats on turned legs. Fantastic quality and lovely aged condition. Circa 1870.

Pair of reupholstered French open armchairs in rosewood great proportions. Circa 1880.

Hand-carved cherry chair with grotesque face from a Palm Beach family estate.

Discover the elegance and historical charm of this Directoire armchair, originating from France around 1800. This piece showcases a meticulously carved walnut frame, reflecting the r...

A pair of fine Biedermeier armchairs. Cherry wood.

A superb quality pair of open armchairs, after late 18th century designs by Gillows of Lancaster and London, the manufacture attributable to Gillow & Co. English, circa 1880. Eight side chairs en-suite available as well (side chair is shown in the last photo). Why we like them Wonderfully elegant model, looking very delicate but in fact unusually strong - the sign of a skilled craftsman. Interestingly, chairs of this exact model can be seen on a painting by Walter Dendy Sadler (British, 1854-1923), The After Lunch Conversation, 1889, sold at Doyle, New York, 21 May 2024, lot 83. Design These chairs correspond to Gillows’ 'Garforth pattern', which first appeared in 1795 and was probably an adaptation of Georges Jacob's design of circa 1792 for Marie-Antoinette's dairy at Rambouillet. Gillows made the chairs not only in mahogany but also japanned and they appear to have been particularly popular among the genteel, professional and merchant classes in the north of England. In 1796 the Earl of Strafford purchased six white and green japanned chairs for Wentworth Woodhouse...

Newly recovered French Os de Mouton chairs c1860s. Sold as a pair. Walnut wood is beautiful. Designer upholstery in tiger print velvet. Add depth to a modern space or add playfulnes...

A very fine Antique Arm Chair with well carved frame dating into the 19th Century. The frame with strong foliate carving, the arms with an interesting re-curved support and the apron...

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of fully restored late Victorian Hump Back Georgian style armchairs with hand carved Claw...

Discover the elegance and historical charm of this Directoire armchair, originating from France around 1790. This piece showcases a meticulously carved walnut frame, reflecting the r...

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning antique circa 1830 William IV Chesterfield tufted library armchair with faded oxblo...

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning, recently reupholstered pair of rare circa 1830 William IV club armchairs with sublime Flamed ...

High back Napoleon armchair with original ebony finish over solid maple frame with handsome ball joints. New custom upholstery in thick Schumacher cotton velvet, olive in color, tri...

An statement making and most decorative pair of Italian 19th century Baroque st. Giltwood armchairs. Each wonderful chair is raised by four legs, with the back legs being square and ...

A very fine and elegant Regency period set of eight 'Klismos' chairs after designs by Thomas Hope, the manufacture attributed to Gillows. England, circa 1810. Ready for placement and immediate use. Why we like them These superb quality, wonderfully stylish Klismos armchairs correspond to a design published in Thomas Hope's ‘A Collection of Designs for Household Furniture and Interior Decoration' (1807), visible on the view of the Picture Gallery at the designer's own Duchess Street mansion in London. It is a particularly fine and rare design, executed in finest solid mahogany. Very comfortable and of great scale and proportions, these super smart chairs will be a very chic addition to an eclectic or modern interior. Excellent restored highly-polished condition. This design derives from Thomas Hope's Household Furniture and Interior Decoration, published in London in 1807, which drew inspiration from the ancient Greek and Roman examples, depicted on pottery, frescoes and marble reliefs. Hope’s designs were highly influential and inspired the work of other designers and makers including Gillows of Lancaster and London. Attribution The chairs stamped E.WOOD to the underside, a feature characteristic of the Gillows workmen. Although unidentified, this is the name of the craftsman responsible for the making of these pieces. A set of twenty-four open armchairs of this pattern were supplied by Gillows to Elizabeth Brooke (d.1809) in June 1803, for Mere Hall, Cheshire,and were later sold from there, Christie's house sale, 23 May...

A Pair of Antique Louis XV style Fauteuils à la Reine, 19th century. The handsome pair of arm chairs areupholstered with Fortuny cotton damask “Demidici” yellow & white fabric. The b...

Antique Campanino armchair made of stained cherry wood, with a Vienna straw seat, crafted by Chiavari artisans in the late 19th century. The art of Chiavari chair-making, with its ...

A very lovely pair of Louis XVI style Armchairs from the South of France. Expertly constructed from beech with wonderful carved and scrolling detail to the arms and fluted tapered l...

19th Century French hand carved walnut armchair with beige linen upholstery. There are nice monograms on both front and back side of the chair. There are three other chairs with diff...

A fine French, late 19th Century, Louis XIV-style painted and parcel-gilt throne chair. The chair features a finely carved wood frame in a natural...

Biedermeier armchair from southern Germany around 1830. Elegant shape with slightly curved square-tapered legs and spiral armrests. Solid beech wood. Restored and hand-polished with ...

Late 19th - Early 20th Century Carved Walnut Throne Armchair With Caned Back and Needlepoint Seat 29"W x 25"D x 50.5"H

19th Century Pair Of Chinese Elmwood Horseshoe-Back Armchairs in good antique condition. Measure 25" in width, 25" in depth and 39" in height. Seat height is 21" and arm height is 31...

Pair of 19th Century ebonized mahogany Empire style fauteuil with winged caryatids, newly upholstered in a deep espresso hairhide.

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this very rare circa 1890 Anglo Indian Elephant upholstered Colonial Military Campaign folding chair Please...

Napolean III Ebonised Armchair, C1870 upholstered in buttoned red/gold silk, stylised shaped for on horn castors 28"w x 45"d x 34"h

Pair of French early 19th century Louis XVI carved and painted fauteuil armchairs, with marguerite square at top of each fluted leg, upholstered in cut velvet silk, attached with upholstery tacks. Backs are upholstered in block print linen.

Enhance your living space with this exquisite pair of 19th Century French Bleached Oak Upholstered Armchairs, each radiating a timeless elegance and old-world charm. Crafted from bea...

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this once in a lifetime opportunity to own this very rare original Howard & Son's Ivor Berners street armcha...

This Pair of French Louis XV Style Upholstered Arm Chairs epitomizes the grace and refinement of the era. Adorned in a newly upholstered grayish sky blue fabric, they exude a sense o...

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning fully restored hand dyed Cigar brown leather, period William IV Chesterfield Librar...

Pair of Victorian Mahogany Framed Armchairs Upholstered in Deep Blue Velvet with Buttoned Arms on Turned Front Legs and Sabre Rear having Pot Castors 29"w x 39"d x 35"h (16" to the s...

A pair of 19th Century French painted and giltwood fauteuils newly upholstered in Schumacher's Axis Fawn Linen Velvet.

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning antique circa 1830 William IV Chesterfield tufted library armchair with ornately ca...

Paire de fauteuils style Louis XVI, datant du XIXème siècle. Ces confortables fauteuils en chêne, faits dans les règles de l’art, sont tapissés de velours de lin chocolat en très b...

Beautiful example of 19th c. Kochs barber chair. This chair is in good functional condition and shows minor wear and patina indicative of its age. ...

Venice 19th Century Throne Chair attributed to Testolini Frères Venice ,Leather Upholstery, wax polished About Testolini Frères Venise Testolini Brothers saw its birth as a carpentry-cabinetmaking company; its owners were not ordinary personalities and immediately began to introduce new fashions in furnishings. The period chosen was not among the most propitious - shortly thereafter there would be the uprisings of 1848 and the famous revolt of Manin and the Republic of San Marco -, but the Testolini were not discouraged and serenely continued their production, seizing immediately the fresh artistic eclecticism that invaded the world from the mid-19th century, starting to conceive and produce original and imaginative models. Umbertine Style Furniture by Testolini Frères Venice Umbertine furniture is typically made with solid cherry, olive, oak and walnut wood. The Umbertine style furniture that was revived in this era was mainly: chests of drawers with marble tops...