Search 0
31,485  PAGES BROWSED TODAY PAGES TODAY • 79 ANTIQUES UPLOADED TODAYNEW ARRIVALS
Sorted by
Per page
JOIN AS A SELLER DEALER LOGIN
Selling Antiques Logo
0
Saved
GIFTS
79 ITEMS ADDED TODAY
Home
Return
Dealer Login
500+ Shops
Dealers
Newly Added
0
Saved
Antiques dealer?
Join as a Seller
Sort Order
Items Per Page
sellingantiques.co.uk
Browse Categories
Sort order
Relevant Links
Items per page
ID #SA1131022
SOLD
Email Phone
Save
Antique Pair of Fine Quality Victorian Walnut Balloon Back Side Chairs
Sold by London City Antiques
sold SA1131022
Sorry, but this item has been sold.
London City Antiques

London City Antiques

Sellingantiques Verified Since Jun 2020
Browse dealers 1,276 items
  • About Us
    At london city antiques we specialise in fine english antiques
↓ Relevant Links
Id #SA1131022
PDF SHARE
SAVE

Antique Pair of Fine Quality Victorian Walnut Balloon Back Side Chairs

19th century
Sold 2 April 2025 · London City Antiques
This “Antique Pair of Fine Quality Victorian Walnut Balloon Back Side Chairs” found a buyer.

It was listed by London City Antiques. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

Find more for sale
Victorian Cabriole LegsVintage Parlor Chairs Ask the dealer for something similar
Description

Antique pair of fine quality Victorian walnut balloon back side chairs having a padded balloon back with carved and pierced tops, newly reupholstered backs and seats standing on shaped cabriole legs with scroll feet to the front and out swept back legs.

In wonderful condition both being sturdy and structurally sound.

Dimensions:

Height 94 cm (37.00 in)

Width 46 cm (18.11 in)

Depth 43.5 cm (17.12 in)

Seat Height 45 cm (17.72 in)

Dated 1860

Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated these Victorian Walnut Balloon Back Chairs to the 1860s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
94cm (37.01")
Width
46cm (18.11")
Depth
43.5cm (17.13")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1131022
Dealers Internal Reference
2607
Dealers Notes

Find our large selection at www.londoncityantiques.co.uk

Please feel free to contact us should you have any questions regarding this item. We are always happy to provide additional information, further photographs or videos.

At London City Antiques we specialise in fine antique furniture and decorative pieces and hold an extensive and constantly changing collection. With many years of experience in the antiques trade we take great care in accurately describing each item and ensuring it is presented and delivered to the highest standard.

We can arrange competitive UK and international shipping and work with trusted specialist couriers who regularly transport antiques worldwide. Please contact us for a shipping quotation.

All pieces shipped internationally are supplied with an official Antique Declaration for customs purposes. Antiques over 100 years old are exempt from import duty when entering the USA and generally attract a reduced rate of duty when imported from the UK into most European countries.

Buy with confidence — every piece is carefully inspected and professionally packed to ensure it arrives safely.

Description
Antique pair of fine quality Victorian walnut balloon back side chairs having a padded balloon back with carved and pierced tops, newly reupholstered backs and seats standing on shaped cabriole legs with scroll feet to the front and out swept back legs.

In wonderful condition both being sturdy and structurally sound.

Dimensions:

Height 94 cm (37.00 in)

Width 46 cm (18.11 in)

Depth 43.5 cm (17.12 in)

Seat Height 45 cm (17.72 in)

Dated 1860

Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated these Victorian Walnut Balloon Back Chairs to the 1860s.

Height
94cm (37.01")
Width
46cm (18.11")
Depth
43.5cm (17.13")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1131022
Dealers Internal Ref
2607
London City Antiques
London City Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2020

At london city antiques we specialise in fine english antiques

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the London City Antiques Profile Page

PDF SHARE
SAVE
Two antique Victorian walnut balloon back side chairs featuring carved wooden frames and striped upholstery. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
1 / 15
Archive I Two antique Victorian walnut balloon back side chairs featuring carved wooden frames and striped upholstery. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Pair of Fine Quality Victorian Walnut Balloon Back Side Chairs

Archive II Two antique Victorian walnut balloon back side chairs featuring carved wooden frames and striped upholstery. View II
Archive III Two antique Victorian walnut balloon back side chairs featuring carved wooden frames and striped upholstery. View III
Archive IV Two antique Victorian walnut balloon back side chairs featuring carved wooden frames and striped upholstery. View IV
Archive V Two antique Victorian walnut balloon back side chairs featuring carved wooden frames and striped upholstery. View V
Archive VI Two antique Victorian walnut balloon back side chairs featuring carved wooden frames and striped upholstery. View VI
Archive VII Two antique Victorian walnut balloon back side chairs featuring carved wooden frames and striped upholstery. View VII
Archive VIII Two antique Victorian walnut balloon back side chairs featuring carved wooden frames and striped upholstery. View VIII
Archive IX Two antique Victorian walnut balloon back side chairs featuring carved wooden frames and striped upholstery. View IX
Archive X Two antique Victorian walnut balloon back side chairs featuring carved wooden frames and striped upholstery. View X
Archive XI Two antique Victorian walnut balloon back side chairs featuring carved wooden frames and striped upholstery. View XI
Archive XII Two antique Victorian walnut balloon back side chairs featuring carved wooden frames and striped upholstery. View XII
Archive XIII Two antique Victorian walnut balloon back side chairs featuring carved wooden frames and striped upholstery. View XIII
Archive XIV Two antique Victorian walnut balloon back side chairs featuring carved wooden frames and striped upholstery. View XIV
Archive XV Two antique Victorian walnut balloon back side chairs featuring carved wooden frames and striped upholstery. View XV
FURTHER BROWSING

Visitors also looked at these ⇣

Enlarged Archival View
London City Antiques

London City Antiques
Telephone 07834 270 128
Location
The Coach House
Stutton
Ipswich
Suffolk
IP9 2SD
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/londoncityantiques
Verified Since Jun 2020
Items For Sale 1,276
Items Sold 5,169
London City Antiques
London City Antiques
Verified Since Jun 2020
View Dealer Info
Location: The Coach House, Stutton, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP9 2SD, United Kingdom
Profile: sellingantiques.co.uk/londoncityantiques
Verified
Jun 2020
For Sale
1,276
Sold
5,169
Two antique Victorian walnut balloon back side chairs featuring carved wooden frames and striped upholstery.
Antique Pair of Fine Quality Victorian Walnut Balloon Back Side Chairs
Ref: SA1131022
Two antique Victorian walnut balloon back side chairs featuring carved wooden frames and striped upholstery.
Detail View 1
Detail View 2
Detail View 3
Detail View 4
Detail View 5
Detail View 6
Detail View 7
Detail View 8
Detail View 9
Detail View 10
Detail View 11
Detail View 12
Detail View 13
Detail View 14
Archival Detail

Strictly Vetted Dealers

Every single antique dealer on our platform is individually approved by our internal team. We verify their professional trade history, ethical standards, and photographic quality to ensure a secure, high-standard buying environment. Upon joining, every dealer agrees to a strict 9-point code of conduct. While issues can occasionally arise, our dealers typically resolve them swiftly and directly with the buyer. In fact, since our founding in 2002, Sellingantiques has only had to step in to help resolve an issue on roughly five occasions—a true testament to the quality of our dealers and their dedication to your happiness.

Secure Transit

Our dealers are highly experienced in packing and shipping fragile, high-value antiques. Because you are in direct contact with the dealer, you will be able to easily go through all available shipping and insurance options together to ensure your item arrives safely.

The Sustainable Choice

Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.

Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDining Chairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialWalnut, Upholstery fabric
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBalloon backrest, Cabriole legs, Carved wooden frame
  • SizeH 94 cm (37 in) x W 46 cm (18 in) x D 43.5 cm (17 in)

FAQs

Balloon back chairs emerged during the Victorian period, characterised by their distinctive curved, oval-shaped backrests that resembled a balloon, reflecting the eras taste for ornate and flowing silhouettes.

These pieces were typically crafted from solid hardwoods such as walnut, mahogany, or rosewood, utilising traditional joinery methods and hand-carved detailing, often paired with horsehair stuffing and intricate upholstery.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit hand-carved wooden frames, period-appropriate joinery such as mortise and tenon, natural ageing of the timber, and traditional upholstery foundations rather than modern staples or synthetic materials.

They work effectively as contrasting feature seating around a contemporary dining table, or as occasional chairs in a bedroom or hallway, bridging historic craftsmanship with modern minimalism.

Maintain antique timber by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources, dusting regularly with a soft dry cloth, and occasionally applying a quality beeswax to nourish the wood without damaging the finish.
items
Add keywords to the filter
Price
£100
£250000
Era
Period
Style
Material
Origin
Stock Location
Recently Added
Online Payments
Categories