Victorian Walnut Framed and Upholstered Prie-Dieu Chair on Turned Forelegs and Brass Castors.

All measurements are Width x Depth x Height from longest part.

Inches 22 x 24 x 39

cm 56 x 61 x 99

Seat to Floor - 13.5" (34.5cm)

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Y Not Antiques has dated this Victorian Prie Dieu Chair to the Victorian era.

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SA101836

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Victorian Walnut Framed and Upholstered Prie-Dieu Chair on Turned Forelegs and Brass Castors.

All measurements are Width x Depth x Height from longest part.

Inches 22 x 24 x 39

cm 56 x 61 x 99

Seat to Floor - 13.5" (34.5cm)

Date of Manufacture

Y Not Antiques has dated this Victorian Prie Dieu Chair to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers

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SA101836

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A Victorian prie-dieu prayer chair upholstered in beige floral damask pattern fabric with a padded top rail and turned walnut front legs on castors.

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A prie-dieu chair is a devotional chair introduced in the nineteenth century, characterised by a low seat height and an elongated vertical back topped with a padded armrest designed for kneeling during prayer.

These chairs were constructed using solid hardwoods such as walnut, mahogany, or rosewood, paired with stuffed upholstery made from woven damask, velvet, or needlepoint fabrics.

Authentic examples display distinctive proportions including a low frame, tall backrest, padded top rail, turned wood legs, and often original brass castors alongside traditional joinery techniques.

The low-profile silhouette works well as a decorative accent chair positioned in a bedroom corner, hallway, or reading space to add historical contrast.

Clean the timber frame using a dry microfibre cloth and gentle wood wax, while vacuuming the upholstery with a soft brush attachment to prevent dust build-up without damaging delicate fibres.