Victorian Revival Carved Mahogany Velvet Upholstered Library Reading Armchair

Description

This Victorian Revival armchair showcases ornate, stately craftsmanship, featuring a beautifully carved solid mahogany frame paired with rich emerald green velvet upholstery. The chair features a high, gently arched backrest and a deep, plush seat cushion, complemented by a fiber-filled accent throw pillow in a matching jewel-toned velvet fabric that adds soft, plump dimension. Striking open-style mahogany armrests sweep down from the backrest, showcasing intricately carved leaf motifs and ending in elegant, scrolled hand grips. These armrests transition into exquisite, hand-carved mahogany supports that sweep downward into a dramatic, reverse-C scroll to meet the seat frame with striking organic momentum. The lower portion of each arm support is deeply incised with a highly stylized, layered acanthus leaf motif, creating deep ridges that catch the light and add an incredibly tactile, three-dimensional texture tightly anchored against a clean, matching green velvet piping line. Below the seat cushion, the exposed wooden apron is heavily embellished with deeply incised floral and acanthus leaf relief carvings that flow seamlessly into fluidly curved front cabriole legs terminating in classic pad feet. The straight, plain rear legs offer a sturdy, grounded counterweight to the ornamental elegance of the front facade. While the deep green fabric shows some authentic signs of staining and wear along the center seat, the overall silhouette perfectly captures the opulent, romantic aesthetic of the 19th-century Rococo Revival style.

Condition

Good Condition; General wear from use with some stains to upholstery

Dimensions

25.5" x 26" x 37" / Seat Height- 17.5" / Throw - 16" x 16" x 5" (W x D x H)