Antique desk chairs can come in many different forms from the carver design to the later swivel chair. They were first seen in the Georgian period in the form of a single carver arm chair, used to sit at a large partners desk. During the Victorian period, comfort was taken into consideration when designing them, so more padding was used, sometimes with buttoned backs and upholstered seats. The Edwardian period produced designs that could swivel and tilt, these are the most sought after today as they can fit quite nicely with most desks and can be adjusted to various heights so set to be bespoke to the person sat at them. Not only can they be used at a desk, they also make really nice occasional chairs that can be used when you have additional guests in your home or office. Here at Antiques world we do get some stunning examples for sale and you can see our current selectionhere on our chairs page.
below are previous examples that we have sold and if any particular style looks of interest please let us know so we can update you with similar chairs that we get in stock, as we regularly get them in stock.
Dating from around 1810 in the Georgian period this stylish desk chair is constructed from the finest quality mahogany timbers. It has a shaped curved back with central carved back splat and two beautifully scrolled arms. It stands on splayed back legs with turned front legs and is upholstered in a very early brown leather. This super quality chair is an ideal purchase for the purist antique collector or the modern interior designer with a penchant for the, currently in vogue, eclectic look.
Art Deco Antique Solid Oak Swivel Desk Chair. This very desirable antique swivel desk chair dates from around 1930, is constructed from solid oak and is a super example from the Art Deco period. It swivels on the original mechanism and has recently been upholstered in a neutral shade of leather with stud trim.
Possibly American with French influences this Fine Regency Mahogany Antique Office / Desk Chair circa, 1830 is very unusual in design. This spectacular chair has unusual splayed arms with decorative eagles head carved supports with lion paw feet. It stands on unique double sabre legs and is upholstered in a wonderful burgundy leather with studded trim. This lovely chair shows signs of old repairs and character which in no way detract from its overall beauty it just adds to the charm of this antique piece.
This Superb Antique Edwardian solid Walnut Office Chair / Desk Chair has a curved back with simple back supports, sitting above a solid shaped walnut seat. The chair stands on cabriole legs and benefits from a double turned H stretcher for added stability. It has been constructed from a quality solid walnut that has aged to a rich medium shade.
This quality antique Victorian desk chair dates from around 1890, is made from beautiful inlaid mahogany and is in the Sheraton design. It has a decorative satinwood inlaid centre back panel with cross banding along with boxwood and ebony string inlay. Emerging from the back are two elegantly out swept arms with reeded edges and beautifully turned reeded upright supports. The chair stands on splayed back legs, elegantly turned front legs and benefits from a seat upholstered in a pale green velvet fabric with matching braid trim. This antique chair would provide the perfect accompaniment to a period desk or serve as the ideal carver to a set of antique dining chairs.
This Fine Quality Mahogany Antique Desk Chair dates from the Regency period circa, 1830. This elegant desk chair has been constructed from the finest quality mahogany timbers and is strong and sturdy for everyday use. This Stunning chair has a curved bar back with out-swept arms, beautifully turned upright supports and stands on splayed back legs with elegant turned front legs. This Fine Quality Chair has unusual side stretchers and is upholstered in a emerald fabric which is clean and in good condition.
In the Chippendale Design, this Superb Quality Edwardian Solid Mahogany Cockpen Antique Desk Chair circa, 1900 has an intricate cockpen back and fine out swept splayed arms. This delightful antique has cylindrical turned back legs and out swept moulded front legs. There is a double H stretcher for added stability and has been newly upholstered in a brown leather.
This Quality Pair Of Regency Mahogany Side / Desk Chairs circa, 1830 would make ideal carvers as well as desk or side chairs. This elegant pair have curved backs with ornate tulip carved central back splats and beautiful scrolled arms. They stand on splayed back legs and beautifully turned front legs and have recently been upholstered in a delightful sapphire floral material for that striking finish.
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Oxana,
Hi James,Thanks for the chairs – the whole process was stress free. I got the chairs within the indicated delivery time on Sat and they were as you described them on the website and in our subsequent conversations. I am please with them.Best wishes,Oxana
Caroline,
Dear Mr Driscoll,
Just a quick email to say that the six dining chairs have just been delivered, and that we are delighted with them. Thank you very much! We will (l hope!) have years of pleasure from them.
Best wishes,
Caroline
Upholstered armchair to West Yorkshire,
Dear James
The chair arrived this morning, I am very pleased with it.
