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A Pair of Italian Antique Ebonised Open High Back Arm Chairs C1900
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A Pair of Italian Antique Ebonised Open High Back Arm Chairs C1900

1900 - 1920
Sold 3 May 2025 · Castleforge Antiques Ltd
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A pair of Italian antique ebonised open high back arm chairs and dating from around 1900. The back has an original carved crest rail above a deep padded back. It features down scrolled arms on turned front supports with a stuff over seat with a shaped frieze underneath. The material is damask and in very good condition for its age. It stands on turned legs with shaped carved frieze between and turned strechers.

Measures: Back Height: 56" x Seat Height: 18" x Depth 25" x Width 25"

With a lovely deep colour and patination and oozing all the and character of the period. Our furniture is and using traditional waxing methods. WOULD BE £75 WITHIN MAINLAND ENGLAND

For Scotland and Wales please enquire

WE ALSO SHIP OUR FURNITURE OVERSEAS AND HAVE A REGULAR COURIER TO FRANCE PLEASE ENQUIRE

WE ARE AN ANTIQUE FURNITURE TRADE WAREHOUSE AND HAVE BEEN SELLING TO BOTH THE TRADE AND PUBLIC FOR 30 YEARS AT COMPETITIVE TRADE PRICES. VISITORS WELCOME 07884377373

Date of Manufacture

Castleforge Antiques Ltd has dated this Italian Ebonised Open Armchair to the 1900s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
142.5cm (56.10")
Width
63.5cm (25.00")
Depth
63.5cm (25.00")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1135112
Dealers Internal Reference
W3517/6.4
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Description
A pair of Italian antique ebonised open high back arm chairs and dating from around 1900. The back has an original carved crest rail above a deep padded back.
“
It features down scrolled arms on turned front supports with a stuff over seat with a shaped frieze underneath.
Castleforge Antiques Ltd

The material is damask and in very good condition for its age. It stands on turned legs with shaped carved frieze between and turned strechers.

fig 1. A pair of Italian antique ebonised open high-back armchairs with carved wooden frames and patterned blue upholstery.
fig 1. A Pair of Italian Antique Ebonised Open High Back Arm Chairs C1900

Measures: Back Height: 56" x Seat Height: 18" x Depth 25" x Width 25"

With a lovely deep colour and patination and oozing all the and character of the period. Our furniture is and using traditional waxing methods. WOULD BE £75 WITHIN MAINLAND ENGLAND

fig 2. A pair of Italian antique ebonised open high-back armchairs with carved wooden frames and patterned blue upholstery.
fig 2. A Pair of Italian Antique Ebonised Open High Back Arm Chairs C1900

For Scotland and Wales please enquire

WE ALSO SHIP OUR FURNITURE OVERSEAS AND HAVE A REGULAR COURIER TO FRANCE PLEASE ENQUIRE

WE ARE AN ANTIQUE FURNITURE TRADE WAREHOUSE AND HAVE BEEN SELLING TO BOTH THE TRADE AND PUBLIC FOR 30 YEARS AT COMPETITIVE TRADE PRICES. VISITORS WELCOME 07884377373

Date of Manufacture

Castleforge Antiques Ltd has dated this Italian Ebonised Open Armchair to the 1900s.

Height
142.5cm (56.10")
Width
63.5cm (25.00")
Depth
63.5cm (25.00")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1135112
Dealers Internal Ref
W3517/6.4
Castleforge Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2008
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Castleforge Antiques Ltd Profile Page

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Castleforge Antiques Ltd
Telephone 07884 377373
Location
Four lane Ends Farm
Skipton Rd (A59)
Harrogate
North Yorkshire
HG3 2BX
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/castleforge
Verified Since Jul 2008
Items For Sale 185
Items Sold 6,487
Castleforge Antiques Ltd
Verified Since Jul 2008
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Location: Four lane Ends Farm, Skipton Rd (A59), Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG3 2BX
Profile: sellingantiques.co.uk/castleforge
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A pair of Italian antique ebonised open high-back armchairs with carved wooden frames and patterned blue upholstery.
A PAIR OF ITALIAN ANTIQUE EBONISED OPEN HIGH BACK ARM CHAIRS C1900
Ref: SA1135112
A pair of Italian antique ebonised open high-back armchairs with carved wooden frames and patterned blue upholstery.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleBaroque Revival
  • MaterialWood, Fabric
  • ColourBlack
  • MotifsCarved crest rail, Scrolled armrests, Turned legs, Curved stretcher
  • SizeH 142.5 cm (56 in) x W 63.5 cm (25 in) x D 63.5 cm (25 in)

FAQs

Italian furniture from around 1900 often drew inspiration from earlier Renaissance and Baroque revivals, featuring dark ebonised finishes designed to imitate expensive ebony wood, combined with intricate hand-carved details.

These pieces typically utilised solid hardwood frames, such as walnut or beech, treated with an ebonised stain and polish. Traditional joinery methods like mortise and tenon ensured structural integrity, paired with hand-tied coil spring upholstery.

Authenticity is determined by inspecting the hand-carved details for tool marks, the natural wear and oxidisation of the ebonised finish, traditional frame construction, and period-appropriate upholstery webbing or stuffing materials.

These statement pieces work effectively as standalone focal points in a living room or study, contrasting sharply against minimalist walls or paired with contemporary textiles to create a balanced eclectic aesthetic.

Preservation requires keeping wooden frames away from direct sunlight and extreme humidity fluctuations to prevent warping. Dust gently with a soft, dry cloth and use professional cleaning methods for antique textiles.
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