Pair of Ebonized Victorian Chairs With Original Striped Upholstery, Circa 1860–1890

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Description

A handsome pair of hand carved, mid-Victorian side chairs in ebonized wood with original period striped upholstery and nailhead trim. … Read more A handsome pair of hand carved, mid-Victorian side chairs in ebonized wood with original period striped upholstery and nailhead trim. Five turned spindles with ring details flank oval splats; curved serpentine top rail with scrolled terminals. Turned legs with stretchers. Original finish and fabric throughout.

Origin: Rome, Italy

Style: Victorian, circa 1860–1890

Details:

Ebonized wood throughout
Five turned spindles with ring turnings
Oval splats with curved tops
Original striped fabric upholstery
Original nailhead trim
Turned legs with stretchers
Pair
Dimensions: 84 cm H × 38.5 cm W × 35.5 cm D (33.1" × 15.2" × 14.0")

Provenance

From Rome, Italy, from an Italian diplomat's family collection. Original upholstery and nailhead trim indicate careful stewardship. The ebonized finish and turned spindle work are characteristic of mid-Victorian English or Continental manufacture.

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