Antique 19Th Century Victorian Walnut Revolving Office Chair Desk Chair

K0639 A stylish and comfortable Aesthetic Movement revolving desk chair in solid walnut, combining artistic design with superb craftsmanship. This striking office armchair features a shaped and carved top rail adorned with a detailed fan motif, flanked by elegant, outswept arms in figured walnut. The back is supported by a row of finely carved spindles that terminate in a sculptural, single-plank figured walnut saddle seat. Designed for both form and function, the chair is raised on four solid walnut cabriole legs, retaining its original, fully operational revolving mechanism and original brass castors.
This antique desk chair is solid, sturdy, and stable with no loose joints. The timber has been cleaned and polished, is completely free of woodworm, and is in home-ready condition. Attributed to James Shoolbred, c1880
H28 1/4" -top rail H20"-seat W22 3/4" D21"-max front to back
H2 ft 4 1/4 in H1 ft  8 in-seat W1 ft 10 3/4 in D1 ft  9 in
H72cm-top rail H51cm -seat W58cm-max -across arms D53"

Features & Condition

• Design & Period: Aesthetic Movement, late 19th century (circa 1880), showcasing characteristic geometric, nature-inspired fan carvings and stylized lines.
• Materials: Constructed from high-quality solid walnut with prominent figured grain configurations on the arms and saddle seat.
• Mechanism & Hardware: Complete with its original mechanical swivel mechanism in working order and original brass castors.
The frame is solid, sturdy, and stable with no loose joints. The timber has been cleaned and polished, is completely free of woodworm, and is in home-ready condition.