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Set of Eight Portuguese Embossed Leather and Walnut Dining Chairs
Shackladys Antiques
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Set of Eight Portuguese Embossed Leather and Walnut Dining Chairs

19th century
Description

A superb set of eight Portuguese walnut dining chairs dating from the late 19th century, comprising six side chairs and a pair of matching armchairs. Rich in character and craftsmanship, the chairs are beautifully constructed and retain their original embossed leather backs and seats, decorated with bold scrolling foliate designs set against a finely textured ground.

The shaped high backs are bordered with large brass studwork, a feature continued around the seats, giving the set a distinctive and traditional appearance. The armchairs are fitted with elegant scroll arms supported by turned baluster uprights, while all the chairs stand on finely turned barley twist front legs united by attractive block and bobbin stretchers, providing excellent strength and stability.

The walnut frames have developed a lovely deep colour and warm patina over time, complementing the richly embossed leather.

Dimensions

Armchairs

Height: 49 inches – 124cm

Height to seat: 18 inches – 46cm

Width: 22.5 inches – 57cm

Depth: 22 inches – 56cm

Chairs

Height: 45 inches – 114cm

Height to seat: 18.5 inches – 47cm

Width: 20 inches – 51cm

Depth: 20.5 inches – 52cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
124cm (48.82")
Width
57cm (22.44")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Declaration

Shackladys Antiques has dated these Portuguese Leather Dining Chairs to the 19th Century.

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SA1223847
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Description
A superb set of eight Portuguese walnut dining chairs dating from the late 19th century, comprising six side chairs and a pair of matching armchairs. Rich in character and craftsmanship, the chairs are beautifully constructed and retain their original embossed leather backs and seats, decorated with bold scrolling foliate designs set against a finely textured ground.
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The shaped high backs are bordered with large brass studwork, a feature continued around the seats, giving the set a distinctive and traditional appearance.
Shackladys Antiques

The armchairs are fitted with elegant scroll arms supported by turned baluster uprights, while all the chairs stand on finely turned barley twist front legs united by attractive block and bobbin stretchers, providing excellent strength and stability.

fig 1. A set of eight dark brown walnut dining chairs featuring embossed floral leather seats and backrests with decorative studding and barley twist legs.
fig 1. Set of Eight Portuguese Embossed Leather and Walnut Dining Chairs

The walnut frames have developed a lovely deep colour and warm patina over time, complementing the richly embossed leather.

Dimensions

Armchairs

Height: 49 inches – 124cm

Height to seat: 18 inches – 46cm

Width: 22.5 inches – 57cm

Depth: 22 inches – 56cm

Chairs

Height: 45 inches – 114cm

Height to seat: 18.5 inches – 47cm

Width: 20 inches – 51cm

Depth: 20.5 inches – 52cm

Height
124cm (48.82")
Width
57cm (22.44")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Date of Manufacture

Shackladys Antiques has dated these Portuguese Leather Dining Chairs to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1223847
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A set of eight dark brown walnut dining chairs featuring embossed floral leather seats and backrests with decorative studding and barley twist legs.
Set Of Eight Portuguese Embossed Leather And Walnut Dining Chairs
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Portuguese embossed leather chairs stem from 17th-century Iberian Baroque traditions, characterized by dark walnut frames, high backrests, and thick leather panels stamped with intricate foliate motifs. They frequently incorporate barley-twist or scroll-turned legs and are secured with large decorative brass or iron studs.

These chairs are predominantly constructed from solid European walnut or chestnut wood, chosen for durability and deep grain figure. The backrests and seats are upholstered in heavy hide leather, which is tooled or heat-embossed and secured to the frame with brass or iron upholstery tacks.

Look for hand-turned stretchers, mortise-and-tenon joinery, and variation in the leather tooling depth. Authentic pieces exhibit age-appropriate wear and natural patination on the leather surface, alongside oxidisation around the metal studs and hand-carved details across the crest rails.

Balance the heavy visual weight and rich textures of these chairs by pairing them with a neutral backdrop, modern stone or oak dining tables, and contemporary lighting. They provide texture and historical contrast within contemporary, rustic, or dark academia interior schemes.

Dust the leather regularly with a soft dry cloth and apply a specialised leather conditioner periodically to prevent cracking. Treat the carved walnut wood with natural beeswax, keeping the chairs away from direct sunlight and heat sources to preserve the leather patination.
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