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Set of 4 Rosewood Dining Chairs
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Set of 4 Rosewood Dining Chairs

19th century
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This elegant set of 4 rosewood dining chairs showcases the refined design and craftsmanship typical of mid-19th century furniture. Crafted from richly grained solid rosewood, these chairs feature balloon backs with decorative carved splats, gently curving cabriole front legs, and a polished finish that highlights the natural beauty of the wood.

The upholstered seats are covered in a classic floral tapestry fabric, adding warmth and traditional charm. These Victorian-style dining chairs are not only visually striking but also comfortable and sturdy, ideal for both formal dining rooms and classic interiors.

Seat Height 36cm

circa 1860

Physical Dimensions
Height
85cm (33.46")
Width
45cm (17.72")
Depth
48cm (18.90")
Declaration

Salisbury Antiques Centre has dated these Antique Rosewood Dining Chairs to the 1860s.

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SA1145447
Dealers Internal Reference
C2340
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Description
This elegant set of 4 rosewood dining chairs showcases the refined design and craftsmanship typical of mid-19th century furniture. Crafted from richly grained solid rosewood, these chairs feature balloon backs with decorative carved splats, gently curving cabriole front legs, and a polished finish that highlights the natural beauty of the wood.
The upholstered seats are covered in a classic floral tapestry fabric, adding warmth and traditional charm.
Salisbury Antiques Centre

These Victorian-style dining chairs are not only visually striking but also comfortable and sturdy, ideal for both formal dining rooms and classic interiors.

Seat Height 36cm

circa 1860

Height
85cm (33.46")
Width
45cm (17.72")
Depth
48cm (18.90")
Date of Manufacture

Salisbury Antiques Centre has dated these Antique Rosewood Dining Chairs to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1145447
Dealers Internal Ref
C2340
Salisbury Antiques Centre
Salisbury Antiques Centre
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2007
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A set of four Victorian rosewood dining chairs featuring rounded balloon backs, carved crossbars, cabriole legs, and floral upholstered seats.
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A set of four Victorian rosewood dining chairs featuring rounded balloon backs, carved crossbars, cabriole legs, and floral upholstered seats.
Set of 4 Rosewood Dining Chairs
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A set of four Victorian rosewood dining chairs featuring rounded balloon backs, carved crossbars, cabriole legs, and floral upholstered seats.
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A balloon back chair is a style of seating introduced during the 1830s that remained popular throughout the Victorian era. It features a continuous, rounded backrest frame shaped like a hot-air balloon, often incorporating a carved central crossbar or splat.

Victorian cabinetmakers primarily used dense tropical hardwoods such as rosewood, mahogany, and walnut. Traditional upholstery construction relied on jute webbing, coiled steel springs, animal hair padding, and woven fabrics or needlepoint covers.

Authentic 19th-century rosewood items display distinct dark brown to reddish tones with prominent, irregular grain patterns and natural oxidisation. Construction evidence includes hand-cut joinery, pegging, original corner blocks beneath the seat frames, and historical wear on the lower leg tips.

These chairs can be paired with modern minimalist dining tables to create a curated, high-contrast dining area. They also function as standalone accent seating in bedrooms, hallways, or study spaces.

Rosewood should be kept away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent wood shrinkage and fading. Regular dusting with a soft cloth and occasional application of clear beeswax polish helps protect the original timber finish.
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