Antique Bentwood Dining Chairs 1900 - 1920

Name: Set of Four Bentwood Chairs
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1084791
Price: 875 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectDining Chairs
Period1900 - 1920
StyleVictorian Country
MaterialBeech, Wood
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsSpindle back, Turned legs, Circular seat, Steam-bent top rail
SizeH 88 cm (35 in) x W 41 cm (16 in) x D 48 cm (19 in)

This set of four late Victorian bentwood dining chairs from the IBEX factory exhibits a warm brown timber colour with a polished wooden grain finish, steam-bent curved top rails, and ring-turned legs with matching stretchers. Each chair features a circular wooden seat and an upright spindle backrest composed of vertical turned spindles. The construction displays sturdy joinery and traditional steam-bending techniques typical of rural vernacular furniture production from around 1900. Measuring 88 cm high, 41 cm wide, and 48 cm deep with a seat height of 46 cm, these pieces offer practical proportions for daily dining use. Positioned around a dining table in a country kitchen or rustic farmhouse dining space, these chairs provide functional seating with a distinct traditional aesthetic. The compact footprint allows the set to fit comfortably beneath standard table dimensions while maintaining an open visual profile in the room. They integrate smoothly into both period interiors and contemporary spaces seeking a vintage vernacular accent.

FAQs

Dust the woodwork regularly with a dry, soft cloth and apply a natural beeswax polish twice a year to preserve the timber finish. Keep the chairs away from direct radiators or damp areas to prevent the wood joints from drying or loosening.

Bentwood side chairs pair well with scrubbed pine kitchen tables in farmhouse settings or modern minimalist dining tables to add historic texture. Mixing turned spindle-back chairs around a neutral table creates a curated, eclectic aesthetic.

Authentic period pieces often feature maker stamps or paper labels affixed under the seat frame. Examine the construction for hand-turned spindles, original slotted screw fixings, and smooth steam-bent wood contours with natural surface patination.

Most traditional bentwood chairs are constructed from steam-bent beechwood, known for its flexibility and strength. Spindles, turned support legs, and circular solid wooden seats are joined using wood pegs, screws, and structural stretchers.

Bentwood chairs were developed in the nineteenth century using a steaming process that allowed solid wood to be curved into ergonomic structural forms. The style quickly spread across Europe for use in cafes, bistros, and residential dining rooms due to its lightweight durability.

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Set of Four Bentwood Chairs

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