Set of 8 Victorian Beech and Elm School Chairs

A Good sturdy set of 6 Victorian Chairs, these chairs are full size they have solid elm seats nicely shaped for comfort with beech legs and stretchers

The chairs have a small storage shelf under the seat, they are in a golden Elm colour, which is original, they have not been stripped and are very sturdy

The chairs are 35” high at the back, 15.5” wide and 17.5” seat height

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Physical Dimensions

Height

89cm (35.04")

Width

39cm (15.35")

Depth

44cm (17.32")

Declaration

Elmgarden has dated these Victorian Elm Dining Chairs to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1145762

Dealers Internal Reference

TST112

Description

Set of 8 Victorian Beech and Elm School Chairs

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A Good sturdy set of 6 Victorian Chairs, these chairs are full size they have solid elm seats nicely shaped for comfort with beech legs and stretchers.

Elmgarden

The chairs have a small storage shelf under the seat, they are in a golden Elm colour, which is original, they have not been stripped and are very sturdy

The chairs are 35” high at the back, 15.5” wide and 17.5” seat height

TST112

Physical Dimensions

Height

89cm (35.04")

Width

39cm (15.35")

Depth

44cm (17.32")

Date of Manufacture

Elmgarden has dated these Victorian Elm Dining Chairs to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1145762

Dealers Internal Ref

TST112

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ObjectDining Chairs
Period19th century
StyleVictorian
MaterialBeech, Elm
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsSlat back, Contoured seat, Turned legs, Stretchers
SizeH 89 cm (35 in) x W 39 cm (15 in) x D 44 cm (17 in)

FAQs

Victorian school chairs are functional seating designed during the late nineteenth century, defined by straightforward construction, solid wood seats, and vertical slat backs built to withstand daily institutional use.

Cabinetmakers frequently utilised durable native British timbers such as elm for the contoured seats and beech or ash for the turned legs, frames, and back rails.

Authentic examples display honest wear patterns, traditional jointing techniques such as mortise and tenon joints, hand-contoured seat shapes, and natural colour variations in the timber finish.

Grouping a uniform set of antique wooden chairs around a modern minimalist or rustic timber dining table creates a balanced contrast between historic craftsmanship and contemporary interior design.

Maintain timber surfaces by applying a clear beeswax polish once or twice a year, keeping furniture away from direct heat sources, and dusting regularly with a soft cloth.