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Pair of Victorian Walnut Cabriole Leg Chairs
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Pair of Victorian Walnut Cabriole Leg Chairs

19th century
Sold 20 July 2026 · Philip Hunt Antiques
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Description

Pair of Victorian Walnut Cabriole Leg Chairs.

Raised Upon Typical Cabriole Front Legs with Swept Back Legs.

The Chairs Featuring Stuff Over Seats.

The Backs of the Chairs Being of a Balloon Form.

Presented in Good Condition.

Size:

Height 34" (86cm)

Width 19" (48cm)

Depth 19 1/2" (50cm)

Seat height 17" (43cm)

Seat depth 16" (41cm)

Date of Manufacture

Philip Hunt Antiques has dated these Victorian Walnut Balloon Back Chairs to the 1860s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
86cm (33.86")
Width
48cm (18.90")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Reference Numbers
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SA1130148
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LP84-13
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Description
Pair of Victorian Walnut Cabriole Leg Chairs.

Raised Upon Typical Cabriole Front Legs with Swept Back Legs.

The Chairs Featuring Stuff Over Seats.

The Backs of the Chairs Being of a Balloon Form.

Presented in Good Condition.

Size:

Height 34" (86cm)

Width 19" (48cm)

Depth 19 1/2" (50cm)

Seat height 17" (43cm)

Seat depth 16" (41cm)

Date of Manufacture

Philip Hunt Antiques has dated these Victorian Walnut Balloon Back Chairs to the 1860s.

Height
86cm (33.86")
Width
48cm (18.90")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Reference Numbers
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SA1130148
Dealers Internal Ref
LP84-13
Philip Hunt Antiques
Philip Hunt Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2011

Specializing in furniture spanning from the illustrious 18th century to the early 20th century,

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United Kingdom

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A pair of Victorian walnut balloon back chairs featuring curved open backs, cabriole legs, and red upholstered seats.
Pair of Victorian Walnut Cabriole Leg Chairs
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A pair of Victorian walnut balloon back chairs featuring curved open backs, cabriole legs, and red upholstered seats.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectDining Chairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialWalnut, Upholstery Fabric
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBalloon back, Cabriole legs, Open backrest
  • SizeH 86 cm (34 in) x W 48 cm (19 in) x D 50 cm (20 in)

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Victorian balloon back chairs are characterised by their distinctive curved, oval-shaped backrest, which gained widespread popularity during the 19th century as manufacturing techniques allowed for steam-bending wood into fluid, continuous forms.

These pieces typically feature solid hardwoods such as walnut or mahogany, constructed with mortise and tenon joints, hand-carved detailing, and traditionally upholstered seats supported by webbing and coil springs.

Authentic items can be verified by examining the timber grain, traditional joinery methods such as hand-cut dovetails or pegged joints, signs of age-related patina, and hardware or upholstery techniques consistent with the 19th century.

These items can be incorporated into modern settings by pairing them with minimalist dining tables or using them as occasional seating to add historical contrast, texture, and structural elegance to a room.

Preservation involves keeping the timber away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent cracking, periodically applying microcrystalline wax to nourish the wood, and avoiding harsh chemical cleaners.
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