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Set of 4 Victorian Heraldic Crested Chairs Circa 1850
Treasure Trove Worcester Ltd
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Set of 4 Victorian Heraldic Crested Chairs Circa 1850

19th century
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Set of 4 Victorian Heraldic Crested Chairs circa 1850

We are pleased to present an interesting set of four Victorian chairs, dating to around circa 1850. The chairs feature intricately carved wooden frames, each topped with a British Isle crest with gilt accents. The detailed carvings and elegant design are characteristic of the period, offering a glimpse into the decorative style of the time.

Dimensions:

Height: 102 cm

Width: 45 cm

Depth: 48 cm

The frames are in generally good condition with sound joints, though there are a few marks and old repairs consistent with age. One of the crests has a minor chip, which is reflected in the price. The chairs have been stripped, making them ready for upholstery, allowing for a fresh look to suit modern tastes or to maintain their original charm.

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Treasure Trove Worcester Ltd has dated these Victorian Heraldic Dining Chairs to the 19th Century.

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Set of 4 Victorian Heraldic Crested Chairs circa 1850

We are pleased to present an interesting set of four Victorian chairs, dating to around circa 1850.

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The chairs feature intricately carved wooden frames, each topped with a British Isle crest with gilt accents.
Treasure Trove Worcester Ltd

The detailed carvings and elegant design are characteristic of the period, offering a glimpse into the decorative style of the time.

fig 1. A set of four mid-Victorian dark mahogany side chairs featuring open-carved balloon backs topped with heraldic crest shields and cabriole front legs.
fig 1. Set of 4 Victorian Heraldic Crested Chairs Circa 1850

Dimensions:

Height: 102 cm

Width: 45 cm

Depth: 48 cm

The frames are in generally good condition with sound joints, though there are a few marks and old repairs consistent with age. One of the crests has a minor chip, which is reflected in the price. The chairs have been stripped, making them ready for upholstery, allowing for a fresh look to suit modern tastes or to maintain their original charm.

Date of Manufacture

Treasure Trove Worcester Ltd has dated these Victorian Heraldic Dining Chairs to the 19th Century.

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SA1226266
Treasure Trove Worcester Ltd
Treasure Trove Worcester Ltd
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Archive I A set of four mid-Victorian dark mahogany side chairs featuring open-carved balloon backs topped with heraldic crest shields and cabriole front legs.

Set of 4 Victorian Heraldic Crested Chairs circa 1850

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Treasure Trove Worcester Ltd

Treasure Trove Worcester Ltd
Telephone 01905 799928
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50 Barbourne Road
Worcester
Worcestershire
WR1 1JA
United Kingdom
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A set of four mid-Victorian dark mahogany side chairs featuring open-carved balloon backs topped with heraldic crest shields and cabriole front legs.
Set of 4 Victorian Heraldic Crested Chairs circa 1850
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Victorian heraldic furniture originated during the 19th-century Gothic and Rococo Revivals, when British households favoured romanticised historicism. These pieces incorporate carved or painted coats of arms, crests, and armorial shields into timber frames to signify family heritage or estate lineage.

Mid-Victorian chairs were predominantly crafted from dense hardwoods such as mahogany, rosewood, and walnut. Internal upholstery traditionally comprised woven hessian, hand-tied steel coil springs, natural horsehair padding, and hand-tacked webbing.

Authentic pieces display crisp hand-carved detailing along the top rails and aprons, natural age oxidation on the underside timbers, and period-appropriate joinery techniques such as hand-cut mortise and tenon joints.

Heraldic side chairs serve effectively as accent seating in entry halls, flanking a console table, or paired with a contemporary dining table to create an eclectic contrast between historic craftsmanship and minimalist lines.

Maintain timber surfaces by applying high-grade beeswax polish along the wood grain and dusting with a soft cloth. Keep framing away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent shrinkage, joint loosening, and finish fading.
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