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Fine Quality Antique Victorian Set of Four Marquetry Inlaid Chairs
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Fine Quality Antique Victorian Set of Four Marquetry Inlaid Chairs

19th century
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Fine quality antique Victorian set of four marquetry inlaid chairs having pretty shaped backs with fine quality marquetry inlay, newly reupholstered serpentine shaped seats in a quality fabric, inlaid frieze and standing on elegant shaped cabriole legs to the front and out swept back legs

H 92cm x W 43 x D 40.5cm

Height of sesar 41.5cm

Date 1880

Physical Dimensions
Height
92cm (36.22")
Width
43cm (16.93")
Depth
40.5cm (15.94")
Declaration

London City Antiques has dated these Victorian Marquetry Side Chairs to the 1880s.

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SA1199804
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1194
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Fine quality antique Victorian set of four marquetry inlaid chairs having pretty shaped backs with fine quality marquetry inlay, newly reupholstered serpentine shaped seats in a quality fabric, inlaid frieze and standing on elegant shaped cabriole legs to the front and out swept back legs

H 92cm x W 43 x D 40.5cm

Height of sesar 41.5cm

Date 1880

Height
92cm (36.22")
Width
43cm (16.93")
Depth
40.5cm (15.94")
Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated these Victorian Marquetry Side Chairs to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1199804
Dealers Internal Ref
1194
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At london city antiques we specialise in fine english antiques

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A set of four Victorian dark mahogany side chairs featuring floral marquetry inlays on the splats and cabriole front legs with purple velvet seats.
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Archive I A set of four Victorian dark mahogany side chairs featuring floral marquetry inlays on the splats and cabriole front legs with purple velvet seats.

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A set of four Victorian dark mahogany side chairs featuring floral marquetry inlays on the splats and cabriole front legs with purple velvet seats.
Fine Quality Antique Victorian Set of Four Marquetry Inlaid Chairs
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  • ObjectDining Chairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Velvet, Boxwood Inlay
  • ColourDark Brown, Purple
  • MotifsMarquetry inlay, urn splat design, cabriole legs, velvet seats
  • SizeH 92 cm (36 in) x W 43 cm (17 in) x D 40.5 cm (16 in)

This Victorian set of four mahogany side chairs dates to 1880. Each chair presents a dark brown finish with boxwood marquetry inlay forming a central urn splat motif on the shaped back, complemented by a serpentine upholstered seat in a rich purple velvet fabric and cabriole front legs terminating in scroll feet. The frames display fine floral marquetry decoration along the top rail and front frieze. Practical for everyday dining around a table in a traditional dining room or as occasional seating in a living room, each chair measures 92 cm high, 43 cm wide, and 40.5 cm deep with a seat height of 41.5 cm.

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Victorian marquetry furniture features decorative inlays created by applying small pieces of contrasting wood, bone, or shell onto a timber surface. Popularised during the 19th century, this technique depicted urns, foliate scrolls, and classical motifs across chair backs and cabinet surfaces.

Cabinetmakers typically used dense hardwoods such as mahogany, rosewood, or walnut for the primary structure. The decorative marquetry was executed using boxwood, satinwood, or fruitwoods, while seats were framed with webbing and horsehair padding beneath upholstery.

Authentic pieces display hand-cut joinery such as mortise and tenon joints, natural wear on the leg bases, and slight variation in hand-veneer thickness. Original timber surfaces show patination, while the underside reveals hand-sawn frame timber.

A set of four chairs can be paired with a minimalist dining table to create visual contrast. Alternatively, individual chairs serve as desk seating, hallway accents, or corner display furniture in contemporary spaces.

Keep timber frames away from direct sunlight and radiator heat to prevent veneer movement and shrinkage. Dust regularly with a soft dry cloth, apply natural wax polish sparingly along the grain, and vacuum fabric seating gently using a brush attachment.
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