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Set of Eight Scottish Golden Oak Dining Chairs by John Taylor & Son, Edinburgh, Circa 1860
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Set of Eight Scottish Golden Oak Dining Chairs by John Taylor & Son, Edinburgh, Circa 1860

19th century
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A fine and substantial set of eight mid-19th century Scottish dining chairs in beautifully patinated golden oak, stamped John Taylor & Son, Edinburgh, and dating to circa 1860.

The chairs feature shaped open backs with gently curved top rails and well-proportioned uprights, displaying the restrained yet refined craftsmanship associated with leading Scottish cabinetmakers of the period. The turned and fluted front legs provide both strength and visual interest, while the overall proportions offer excellent comfort and balance.

Each chair is upholstered in rich brown leather, finished with traditional brass studded edging.

The presence of the maker’s stamp confirms their quality and provenance, with John Taylor & Son being well regarded for their solid construction and attention to detail. These chairs would suit a traditional dining room, library or country house interior, offering both practical seating and period authenticity.

The set remains in good antique condition throughout, with expected marks and wear commensurate with age and use, and presents well as a complete and increasingly hard-to-find matching suite.

A handsome and characterful set, combining comfort, craftsmanship and Scottish heritage.

Physical Dimensions
Height
88cm (34.65")
Width
48cm (18.90")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Declaration

Salisbury Antiques Centre has dated these Victorian Oak Dining Chairs to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1192923
Dealers Internal Reference
C2710
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Description
A fine and substantial set of eight mid-19th century Scottish dining chairs in beautifully patinated golden oak, stamped John Taylor & Son, Edinburgh, and dating to circa 1860.

The chairs feature shaped open backs with gently curved top rails and well-proportioned uprights, displaying the restrained yet refined craftsmanship associated with leading Scottish cabinetmakers of the period.

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The turned and fluted front legs provide both strength and visual interest, while the overall proportions offer excellent comfort and balance.
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fig 1. A set of eight Victorian golden oak dining chairs with open curved backs, brown leather seats featuring brass stud trimming, and fluted turned front legs.
fig 1. Set of Eight Scottish Golden Oak Dining Chairs by John Taylor & Son, Edinburgh, Circa 1860

Each chair is upholstered in rich brown leather, finished with traditional brass studded edging.

The presence of the maker’s stamp confirms their quality and provenance, with John Taylor & Son being well regarded for their solid construction and attention to detail. These chairs would suit a traditional dining room, library or country house interior, offering both practical seating and period authenticity.

fig 2. A set of eight Victorian golden oak dining chairs with open curved backs, brown leather seats featuring brass stud trimming, and fluted turned front legs.
fig 2. Set of Eight Scottish Golden Oak Dining Chairs by John Taylor & Son, Edinburgh, Circa 1860

The set remains in good antique condition throughout, with expected marks and wear commensurate with age and use, and presents well as a complete and increasingly hard-to-find matching suite.

A handsome and characterful set, combining comfort, craftsmanship and Scottish heritage.

Height
88cm (34.65")
Width
48cm (18.90")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Date of Manufacture

Salisbury Antiques Centre has dated these Victorian Oak Dining Chairs to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1192923
Dealers Internal Ref
C2710
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A set of eight Victorian golden oak dining chairs with open curved backs, brown leather seats featuring brass stud trimming, and fluted turned front legs.
Set of Eight Scottish Golden Oak Dining Chairs by John Taylor & Son, Edinburgh, Circa 1860
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  • ObjectDining Chairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialGolden Oak, Leather, Brass
  • ColourGolden Brown
  • MotifsCurved open back, Turned fluted legs, Brass studding, Upholstered leather seat
  • SizeH 88 cm (35 in) x W 48 cm (19 in) x D 46 cm (18 in)

This set of eight Victorian dining chairs originates from Scotland around 1860, made by John Taylor & Son in Edinburgh. Constructed from golden oak, the chairs feature a golden brown timber tone, open curved backs with gently curved top rails, and turned fluted front legs. Each seat has brown leather upholstery trimmed with brass studding along the lower edges. The wood displays a patinated finish with expected marks and wear from age and use, alongside fluted details on the legs and maker's stamps. Measuring 88 cm high, 48 cm wide and 46 cm deep, these chairs provide functional seating for a traditional dining room, library or country house interior. They offer period authenticity and a matching suite of eight sturdy chairs suitable for everyday use around a dining table or desk.

FAQs

Victorian Scottish dining chairs from the mid-19th century, particularly those crafted in Edinburgh, often feature robust golden oak timber, curved open backs, turned legs, and leather upholstery tailored for formal dining rooms.

These chairs were constructed using solid oak timber, featuring hand-turned and fluted front legs, mortise and tenon joinery, and natural leather upholstery secured with brass studding.

Authentic pieces frequently display stamped makers marks or brass plaques on the frame undersides, alongside period-appropriate construction details like hand-cut joinery, solid oak framing, and natural timber patination.

Pairing mid-19th century oak dining chairs with a minimalist dining table or modern stone surfaces creates contrast between historical craftsmanship and contemporary aesthetics.

Keep oak timber clean using a soft dry cloth and apply natural beeswax occasionally, while conditioning the leather upholstery with specialised leather balm to prevent drying or cracking.
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