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Pair of Victorian Side Chairs in Original Scumble Paint
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Pair of Victorian Side Chairs in Original Scumble Paint

19th century
Description

A pair of side chairs dating to c.1860, the chairs are in original scumble paint with their original cane work seats in very good order, the paintwork has wear to some edges which gives a fantastic look.

Width - 40.5cm

Depth - 39.5cm

Height - 83.5cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
83.5cm (32.87")
Width
40.5cm (15.94")
Depth
39.5cm (15.55")
Declaration

Arthur Rawes Antiques has dated these Victorian Scumble Side Chairs to the 19th Century.

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SA1006210
Description
A pair of side chairs dating to c.
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1860, the chairs are in original scumble paint with their original cane work seats in very good order, the paintwork has wear to some edges which gives a fantastic look.
Arthur Rawes Antiques

Width - 40.5cm

Depth - 39.5cm

Height - 83.5cm

Height
83.5cm (32.87")
Width
40.5cm (15.94")
Depth
39.5cm (15.55")
Date of Manufacture

Arthur Rawes Antiques has dated these Victorian Scumble Side Chairs to the 19th Century.

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SA1006210
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A pair of Victorian side chairs featuring carved top rails, hand-caned seats, turned front legs, and original brown scumble paint finish.
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Archive I A pair of Victorian side chairs featuring carved top rails, hand-caned seats, turned front legs, and original brown scumble paint finish.

Pair of Victorian Side Chairs in Original Scumble Paint

Archive II A pair of Victorian side chairs featuring carved top rails, hand-caned seats, turned front legs, and original brown scumble paint finish. View II
Archive III A pair of Victorian side chairs featuring carved top rails, hand-caned seats, turned front legs, and original brown scumble paint finish. View III
Archive IV A pair of Victorian side chairs featuring carved top rails, hand-caned seats, turned front legs, and original brown scumble paint finish. View IV
Archive V A pair of Victorian side chairs featuring carved top rails, hand-caned seats, turned front legs, and original brown scumble paint finish. View V
Archive VI A pair of Victorian side chairs featuring carved top rails, hand-caned seats, turned front legs, and original brown scumble paint finish. View VI
Archive VII A pair of Victorian side chairs featuring carved top rails, hand-caned seats, turned front legs, and original brown scumble paint finish. View VII
Archive VIII A pair of Victorian side chairs featuring carved top rails, hand-caned seats, turned front legs, and original brown scumble paint finish. View VIII
Archive IX A pair of Victorian side chairs featuring carved top rails, hand-caned seats, turned front legs, and original brown scumble paint finish. View IX
Archive X A pair of Victorian side chairs featuring carved top rails, hand-caned seats, turned front legs, and original brown scumble paint finish. View X
Archive XI A pair of Victorian side chairs featuring carved top rails, hand-caned seats, turned front legs, and original brown scumble paint finish. View XI
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Arthur Rawes Antiques
Telephone 07548 050358
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Unit 4 Willows Lane Garage
Willows lane
Accrington
Lancashire
BB5 3SS
United Kingdom

By appointment only.
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A pair of Victorian side chairs featuring carved top rails, hand-caned seats, turned front legs, and original brown scumble paint finish.
Pair Of Victorian Side Chairs In Original Scumble Paint
Ref: SA1006210
A pair of Victorian side chairs featuring carved top rails, hand-caned seats, turned front legs, and original brown scumble paint finish.
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  • ObjectSide Chairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian Country
  • MaterialTimber, Cane, Paint
  • ColourWarm Ochre
  • MotifsCarved crest rail, Turned front legs, Hand-woven cane seat, Box stretchers
  • SizeH 83.5 cm (33 in) x W 40.5 cm (16 in) x D 39.5 cm (16 in)

This pair of nineteenth century Victorian country side chairs is constructed from timber with hand-woven cane seats and retains an original warm ochre scumble paint finish. Each chair features a carved crest rail with decorative patterns, a straight mid-rail, turned front legs, and box stretchers supporting the frame. The visible surface displays authentic wear along the edges of the paintwork, adding character to the design. Measuring 83.5 cm high, 40.5 cm wide, and 39.5 cm deep, these seating pieces are suitable for placement around a dining table, in a living room, or as decorative accents in a hallway. The sturdy framework and compact proportions allow them to function effectively in both traditional and relaxed interior settings throughout the home.

FAQs

Scumble painting, popular in the 19th century, was a decorative technique where semi-translucent glazes were applied over a lighter base colour to imitate expensive wood grains like mahogany or walnut. Side chairs from this era were lightweight, versatile seating options used in dining rooms, halls, or bedrooms.

These chairs were typically constructed from regional timber such as pine or beech, which were then treated with painted finishes like scumbling. The seats were frequently woven from natural rattan cane, supported by turned wooden frames with stretchers for structural stability.

Authentic 19th-century painted chairs often exhibit natural surface wear, craquelure, and distress on high-touch areas such as the top rail, stretchers, and seat edges. Construction details like hand-carved crest motifs, traditional joinery, and hand-woven cane work also signal period authenticity.

Country Victorian chairs add texture and character when paired with modern oak or rustic timber dining tables. They can also serve as standalone accent pieces in hallways, alcoves, or bedrooms, balancing contemporary clean lines with historic painted patina.

To preserve original paintwork and cane, clean gently using a soft, dry microfibre cloth without harsh chemicals or abrasive polish. Keep the furniture away from direct heat sources and high humidity to prevent the timber from warping or the paint glaze from flaking.
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