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Antique Harlequin Set of 10 Victorian Elm & Beech Kitchen Dining Chairs – 19th Century, Quality Originals
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Antique Harlequin Set of 10 Victorian Elm & Beech Kitchen Dining Chairs – 19th Century, Quality Originals

19th century
For Sale by Prior and Willis
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Antique Harlequin Set of 10 Victorian Elm & Beech Kitchen Dining Chairs – 19th Century

This antique harlequin set of 10 Victorian elm and beech kitchen dining chairs, dating from the 19th century, is a very closely matched group of quality original chairs. The set comprises 6 chairs with turned back spindles, plus two pairs with straight back spindles, creating an attractive harlequin set while retaining a good overall consistency.

Crafted from elm and beech, these traditional kitchen dining chairs have plenty of authentic antique character and remain practical for everyday use. They would make an attractive addition to a traditional kitchen, dining room or period-style interior.

Craftsmanship & Features

Set of 10 antique Victorian kitchen dining chairs

19th century

Harlequin set of closely matched chairs

Elm and beech construction

6 chairs with turned back spindles

2 pairs with straight back spindles

Quality original chairs

No loose joints

Traditional kitchen dining chair design

Some historic extinct woodworm holes, treated for good measure

Nominal Dimensions

Width: 47cm

Depth: 47cm

Height: 85cm

Seat height: 45cm

Condition

The set is presented in good antique condition, with the historic knocks, scratches, cracks and old repairs expected of genuine period furniture.

Some historic repairs have been completed over time, typical of functional antique seating. The chairs remain solid, stable and suitable for everyday use.

Additional Information

Stock Numbers: 8981, 8982, 8983, 8984

Includes our 30-day no-quibble money-back guarantee

Competitive door-to-door shipping available throughout the UK and internationally

This antique harlequin set of 10 Victorian elm and beech kitchen dining chairs offers a closely matched group of original 19th-century chairs, combining traditional design, authentic antique character and practical everyday usability.

Declaration

Prior and Willis has dated these Victorian Elm Dining Chairs to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1234598
Dealers Internal Reference
8981 8982 8983 8984
Dealers Notes

****call +44 7866 705199, email mark@priorandwillis.co.uk, or visit our website priorandwillisantiques.co.uk****

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Antique Harlequin Set of 10 Victorian Elm & Beech Kitchen Dining Chairs – 19th Century
This antique harlequin set of 10 Victorian elm and beech kitchen dining chairs, dating from the 19th century, is a very closely matched group of quality original chairs.
Prior and Willis

The set comprises 6 chairs with turned back spindles, plus two pairs with straight back spindles, creating an attractive harlequin set while retaining a good overall consistency.

fig 1. A harlequin set of ten 19th-century Victorian dining chairs crafted from elm and beech wood, featuring spindle backs, curved top rails, turned legs, and stretchers.
fig 1. Antique Harlequin Set of 10 Victorian Elm & Beech Kitchen Dining Chairs – 19th Century, Quality Originals

Crafted from elm and beech, these traditional kitchen dining chairs have plenty of authentic antique character and remain practical for everyday use. They would make an attractive addition to a traditional kitchen, dining room or period-style interior.

fig 2. A harlequin set of ten 19th-century Victorian dining chairs crafted from elm and beech wood, featuring spindle backs, curved top rails, turned legs, and stretchers.
fig 2. Antique Harlequin Set of 10 Victorian Elm & Beech Kitchen Dining Chairs – 19th Century, Quality Originals

Craftsmanship & Features

Set of 10 antique Victorian kitchen dining chairs

19th century

Harlequin set of closely matched chairs

Elm and beech construction

6 chairs with turned back spindles

2 pairs with straight back spindles

fig 3. A harlequin set of ten 19th-century Victorian dining chairs crafted from elm and beech wood, featuring spindle backs, curved top rails, turned legs, and stretchers.
fig 3. Antique Harlequin Set of 10 Victorian Elm & Beech Kitchen Dining Chairs – 19th Century, Quality Originals

Quality original chairs

No loose joints

Traditional kitchen dining chair design

Some historic extinct woodworm holes, treated for good measure

Nominal Dimensions

Width: 47cm

Depth: 47cm

Height: 85cm

Seat height: 45cm

fig 4. A harlequin set of ten 19th-century Victorian dining chairs crafted from elm and beech wood, featuring spindle backs, curved top rails, turned legs, and stretchers.
fig 4. Antique Harlequin Set of 10 Victorian Elm & Beech Kitchen Dining Chairs – 19th Century, Quality Originals

Condition

The set is presented in good antique condition, with the historic knocks, scratches, cracks and old repairs expected of genuine period furniture.

Some historic repairs have been completed over time, typical of functional antique seating. The chairs remain solid, stable and suitable for everyday use.

fig 5. A harlequin set of ten 19th-century Victorian dining chairs crafted from elm and beech wood, featuring spindle backs, curved top rails, turned legs, and stretchers.
fig 5. Antique Harlequin Set of 10 Victorian Elm & Beech Kitchen Dining Chairs – 19th Century, Quality Originals

Additional Information

Stock Numbers: 8981, 8982, 8983, 8984

Includes our 30-day no-quibble money-back guarantee

Competitive door-to-door shipping available throughout the UK and internationally

This antique harlequin set of 10 Victorian elm and beech kitchen dining chairs offers a closely matched group of original 19th-century chairs, combining traditional design, authentic antique character and practical everyday usability.

Date of Manufacture

Prior and Willis has dated these Victorian Elm Dining Chairs to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1234598
Dealers Internal Ref
8981 8982 8983 8984
Prior and Willis
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2015
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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Prior and Willis Profile Page

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Archive I A harlequin set of ten 19th-century Victorian dining chairs crafted from elm and beech wood, featuring spindle backs, curved top rails, turned legs, and stretchers.

Antique Harlequin Set of 10 Victorian Elm & Beech Kitchen Dining Chairs – 19th Century, Quality Originals

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A harlequin set of ten 19th-century Victorian dining chairs crafted from elm and beech wood, featuring spindle backs, curved top rails, turned legs, and stretchers.
Antique Harlequin Set of 10 Victorian Elm & Beech Kitchen Dining Chairs – 19th Century, Quality Originals
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Victorian country dining chairs were produced in large quantities during the 19th century, primarily in regional woodworking hubs across Great Britain. Designed for everyday domestic use in kitchens and dining rooms, these chairs prioritized functionality, durability, and standard regional joinery techniques.

These chairs were typically constructed using a combination of regional hardwoods. Dense elm was commonly selected for the saddle seats due to its resistance to splitting, while beech or ash was utilized for the turned legs, stretchers, and back spindles due to their flexibility and strength when steam-bent.

Authentic pieces exhibit signs of period construction, including hand-turned legs, wedge-tenon seat joints, and subtle variations in dimensions across matching sets. Surface wear, natural timber shrinkage, and historic patina around high-contact areas like seat edges and stretchers also indicate authenticity.

A harlequin set of chairs can be paired with a clean-lined contemporary dining table or a scrubbed pine farmhouse table to add texture and historical contrast. The varied tones and slight profile differences across the set create visual interest while maintaining cohesive material warmth.

Maintain timber furniture by dusting regularly with a dry cloth and applying a high-quality beeswax paste once or twice a year to nourish the wood. Avoid placing wooden chairs near direct heat sources or in environments with fluctuating humidity levels to prevent timber movement and joint loosening.
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