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Pair of Mid-19th Century Rosewood Side Chairs
Shackladys Antiques
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Pair of Mid-19th Century Rosewood Side Chairs

19th century
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A pair of finely carved mid-19th century rosewood side chairs in the Victorian taste, each with a shaped and moulded balloon back centred by a pierced and scrolling horizontal splat. The cresting rails are richly carved with acanthus and foliate ornament, flowing into elegantly curved uprights that create a refined, serpentine outline.

The overstuffed seats are generously proportioned, providing a comfortable, cushioned sit, and are upholstered in a light patterned fabric finished with a narrow decorative trim. The depth of the upholstery complements the robust yet elegant frame, enhancing both comfort and visual balance.

Raised on turned and reeded front legs with carved collars, and supported by splayed rear legs, the chairs exhibit both strength and poise.

Dimensions

Height: 33.5 inches – 85cm

Height to seat: 19 inches – 48cm

Width: 17.5 inches – 44cm

Depth: 21 inches – 53cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
85cm (33.46")
Width
44cm (17.32")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Declaration

Shackladys Antiques has dated these Victorian Rosewood Side Chairs to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1206639
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Description
A pair of finely carved mid-19th century rosewood side chairs in the Victorian taste, each with a shaped and moulded balloon back centred by a pierced and scrolling horizontal splat.
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The cresting rails are richly carved with acanthus and foliate ornament, flowing into elegantly curved uprights that create a refined, serpentine outline.
Shackladys Antiques
fig 1. A pair of mid-19th-century rosewood side chairs featuring open balloon backs with carved detail rails, turned front legs, and cream-coloured patterned fabric seats.
fig 1. Pair of Mid-19th Century Rosewood Side Chairs

The overstuffed seats are generously proportioned, providing a comfortable, cushioned sit, and are upholstered in a light patterned fabric finished with a narrow decorative trim. The depth of the upholstery complements the robust yet elegant frame, enhancing both comfort and visual balance.

fig 2. A pair of mid-19th-century rosewood side chairs featuring open balloon backs with carved detail rails, turned front legs, and cream-coloured patterned fabric seats.
fig 2. Pair of Mid-19th Century Rosewood Side Chairs

Raised on turned and reeded front legs with carved collars, and supported by splayed rear legs, the chairs exhibit both strength and poise.

Dimensions

Height: 33.5 inches – 85cm

Height to seat: 19 inches – 48cm

Width: 17.5 inches – 44cm

Depth: 21 inches – 53cm

Height
85cm (33.46")
Width
44cm (17.32")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Date of Manufacture

Shackladys Antiques has dated these Victorian Rosewood Side Chairs to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1206639
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CH3 5DB
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A pair of mid-19th-century rosewood side chairs featuring open balloon backs with carved detail rails, turned front legs, and cream-coloured patterned fabric seats.
Pair Of Mid-19th Century Rosewood Side Chairs
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Popularised during the early to mid-Victorian era, balloon back chairs are distinguished by their rounded, open backrests resembling a balloon shape. They frequently incorporate Rococo Revival influences, featuring carved horizontal splats, waist contours, and turned or cabriole legs.

These chairs were typically constructed from solid rosewood or high-grade rosewood veneers, valued for their dense grain and deep reddish-brown tones. The upholstered seats were historically filled with natural materials such as horsehair and supported by webbed frames or coil springs.

Authentic period pieces exhibit hand-carved joinery, natural timber oxidation, and distinctive dark streaking characteristic of genuine rosewood. Look for traditional mortise and tenon construction, subtle variations in turned leg profiles, and age-consistent wear along seat rails and feet.

Victorian side chairs function effectively as accent seating in contemporary spaces, such as flanking a hallway console table or serving as desk chairs. Recovering the drop-in seats in neutral linens or modern patterned fabrics creates a balanced contrast between dark historic timber and modern decor.

Preserve the dark timber finish by keeping the chairs away from direct heat sources and strong sunlight to avoid drying or fading. Apply a light coat of high-grade beeswax polish once or twice a year, buffing along the grain to protect the wood and maintain its patination.
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