Description
An exquisite 19th-century English barrel-back banker's chair, crafted with timeless detail and enduring elegance. This antique writing chair features a gracefully curved back supported by finely hand-turned barley twist spindles and stretcher. Upholstered in original crimson red velvet with gilt gimp trim and traditional tack finish, the chair exudes refined Victorian charm.
This chair would have originally served as a banker's or gentleman's desk chair in a study, library, or professional office-intended for occasional use but made with decorative pride. The warm patina on the hardwood frame and hand-tooled joinery attest to its 19th-century craftsmanship. A rare and stately accent for any study, library, or period interior.
Period: Circa 1870-1890
Style: Victorian / Jacobean Revival
Wood: Mahogany
Seat Height: 17 in
Seat Dimensions: 22 in wide x 18 in deep
Overall Dimensions: 33 in tall x 22 in wide x 18 in deep
Condition:
Alterations: Restored
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: **Please note...The item featured is not new...it is antique and therefore will have some of the imperfections that are expected with age and history. Wear to Velvet and wood finish. Repair to stretcher bar. Please inspect all the photos carefully prior to purchase to ensure item meets expectations. Thank you!**
Origin:
United Kingdom
Materials & Techniques:
Brass, Mahogany, Velvet
Details:
Seat Interior Width: 22.0in
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
Seat Height: 17.0in
Number of Seats: 1
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Seat Interior Depth: 18.25in
This chair would have originally served as a banker's or gentleman's desk chair in a study, library, or professional office-intended for occasional use but made with decorative pride. The warm patina on the hardwood frame and hand-tooled joinery attest to its 19th-century craftsmanship. A rare and stately accent for any study, library, or period interior.
Period: Circa 1870-1890
Style: Victorian / Jacobean Revival
Wood: Mahogany
Seat Height: 17 in
Seat Dimensions: 22 in wide x 18 in deep
Overall Dimensions: 33 in tall x 22 in wide x 18 in deep
Condition:
Alterations: Restored
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: **Please note...The item featured is not new...it is antique and therefore will have some of the imperfections that are expected with age and history. Wear to Velvet and wood finish. Repair to stretcher bar. Please inspect all the photos carefully prior to purchase to ensure item meets expectations. Thank you!**
Origin:
United Kingdom
Materials & Techniques:
Brass, Mahogany, Velvet
Details:
Seat Interior Width: 22.0in
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
Seat Height: 17.0in
Number of Seats: 1
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Seat Interior Depth: 18.25in
Condition
Restored; Some Imperfections; **Please note...The item featured is not new...it is antique and therefore will have some of the imperfections that are expected with age and history. Wear to Velvet and wood finish. Repair to stretcher bar. Please inspect all the photos carefully prior to purchase to ensure item meets expectations. Thank you!**
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
32.75 x 22.25 x 18.25 in
Antique 19th Century Barrel Back Banker Chair-Red Velvet-Barley Twist Legs-Victorian
Estimate $650-$2,160
Starting Price
$320
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Heirloom Interiors: Furniture & Curiosities
Sep 24, 2026, 4:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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