Antique Victorian Elm & Beech Captain's Desk Chair c.1890

A late 19th century desk chair, the shaped beech arms and turned spindles set over a richly figured single-slab English elm saddle seat, all raised on a beech frame of splayed turned legs united by stretchers. The upright stance and general form are strongly associated with late Victorian clerical seating, making it a comfortable and functional working chair for a period library, study or home office. Unlike countless examples cut down for fireside use, this chair retains its full peg feet, heavy double H stretcher and hand scrolled crest rail, hallmarks of late nineteenth century workshop quality that distinguish it from lighter Edwardian production. The original dark stained finish creates a striking aesthetic which contrasts nicely with the warm, mellowed wear along the arms. Very good antique condition, displaying honest, appealing patina and surface wear consistent with age. Structurally sound and ready to place in the home. English, circa 1890. Dimensions Height: 83.5 cm Width: 69 cm Depth: 56 cm Seat Height: 45 cm