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Antique Victorian Ebonised Upholstered Low Chair C.1890
Founders Antiques
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Antique Victorian Ebonised Upholstered Low Chair C.1890

19th century
Description

A particularly decorative Victorian upholstered ebonised chair of low form with a strong architectural presence and showing clear Aesthetic Movement influence through its ebonised finish, faceted uprights and gilt architectural detailing.

The distinctively shaped arched back is framed by faceted column uprights with gilt capitals, above a deep upholstered seat raised on turned legs with castors, the base finished with a turned spindle under-rail.

Very good antique condition with some surface wear to the ebonised finish consistent with age. Upholstery is clean and in good order. Structurally sound and ready to place.

English, circa 1890.

H: 87 W: 52 D: 56 cm

Seat height: 31 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
87cm (34.25")
Width
52cm (20.47")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Declaration

Founders Antiques has dated this Victorian Ebonised Nursing Chair to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1194121
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3611
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Description
A particularly decorative Victorian upholstered ebonised chair of low form with a strong architectural presence and showing clear Aesthetic Movement influence through its ebonised finish, faceted uprights and gilt architectural detailing.
fig 1. An antique Victorian ebonised low chair featuring a floral tapestry upholstered seat and backrest with turned spindle galleries and castors.
fig 1. Antique Victorian Ebonised Upholstered Low Chair C.1890

The distinctively shaped arched back is framed by faceted column uprights with gilt capitals, above a deep upholstered seat raised on turned legs with castors, the base finished with a turned spindle under-rail.

fig 2. An antique Victorian ebonised low chair featuring a floral tapestry upholstered seat and backrest with turned spindle galleries and castors.
fig 2. Antique Victorian Ebonised Upholstered Low Chair C.1890

Very good antique condition with some surface wear to the ebonised finish consistent with age. Upholstery is clean and in good order. Structurally sound and ready to place.

English, circa 1890.

H: 87 W: 52 D: 56 cm

Seat height: 31 cm

Height
87cm (34.25")
Width
52cm (20.47")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Date of Manufacture

Founders Antiques has dated this Victorian Ebonised Nursing Chair to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1194121
Dealers Internal Ref
3611
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Archive I An antique Victorian ebonised low chair featuring a floral tapestry upholstered seat and backrest with turned spindle galleries and castors.

Antique Victorian Ebonised Upholstered Low Chair c.1890

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An antique Victorian ebonised low chair featuring a floral tapestry upholstered seat and backrest with turned spindle galleries and castors.
Antique Victorian Ebonised Upholstered Low Chair c.1890
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An antique Victorian ebonised low chair featuring a floral tapestry upholstered seat and backrest with turned spindle galleries and castors.
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A Victorian ebonised low chair, frequently referred to as a nursing or slipper chair, is a low-seated armless chair popular during the late nineteenth century. These chairs featured dark stained or painted timber to imitate imported ebony and were designed for bedrooms or dressing areas.

These chairs were typically constructed from hardwoods such as beech, walnut, or birch, which were then treated with an ebonised finish. Upholstery utilised dense woven fabrics or tapestries, supported by wooden joinery, turned spindles, and ceramic or brass castors.

Authentic pieces feature turned wood details, hand-fitted joinery, original brass or ceramic castors, and natural surface wear where the dark ebonised stain has thinned over time to reveal the underlying wood grain.

Place the chair as an accent piece in a bedroom corner, dressing space, or hallway. The dark ebonised frame and textured upholstery provide high visual contrast when set against neutral walls or modern minimalist furniture.

Dust the timber elements regularly using a soft, dry microfibre cloth, avoiding harsh chemical sprays that can degrade historic lacquers and stains. Clean textile panels with a gentle brush or low-suction vacuum attachment to prevent dust build-up.
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