These are ( potentially ) a very good set of eight quality genuine antique English early to mid Victorian Period Dining Chairs.

They are of high quality and are crafted fro m prestigious imported central American Mahogany of considerable weight which could indicate desirable Cuban Mahogany.

The style is referred to as a semi ‘balloon’ back style as the chairs are transitional however show a strong French Louis XV influence. The backs of the show timber frames are basically circular hence the term ‘balloon’ back and the waist rail is nicely carved and features a central pierced Laurel reef with opposed carved up swept stylised folate scrolls. The seat rails follow the French influence as the side seat rails are curved and the front seat rail is of serpentine form. The front legs are nicely turned and tapered featuring bold long reeds. while the rear legs are of sabre form.

The seats are fully upholstered and sprung with rolled and stitched edges which is best for maximum comfort.

Condition: Here we have a mixed bag as the chairs are in original aged and untouched ( approximately 180 year old condition ) and some are in better over all condition than others. They are a perfect proposition for some one who loves the style and appreciates the quality who is prepared to have them professionally restored to their former glory. Which also increases their value. The chairs have been left with us to sell on behalf of our seller so we are offering then as is however we can provide a purchaser with the names of first class professional restorers and upholsterers and the chairs will come up and present superbly and of course would be a pleasure to own and use plus would have increased in value.

Size: Width x Seat Depth x Height.

Price: Priced for the frames only at less than the price of cheap reproduction frames at $225 each……….$1,800 the set of 8 frames.

Sellers observation: This is an opportunity like buying a ‘run down’ house and renovating it properly the way you want it to be and not paying for work done by others that you wish to change.

Ref DC 52.