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Antique Victorian Carved Walnut Spoon Back Slipper Chair
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Antique Victorian Carved Walnut Spoon Back Slipper Chair

19th century
Description

An antique Victorian carved walnut spoon back slipper chair, dating to circa 1860, beautifully proportioned and displaying the elegant curves, elaborate carving and fine craftsmanship associated with fashionable Victorian drawing room furniture.

The wonderfully shaped, high spoon back features an impressive carved crest with scrolling foliage, complemented by decorative carved detailing that follows the sweeping contours of the walnut frame. The deeply buttoned backrest is upholstered in an attractive pale cream floral damask, creating a luxurious contrast against the rich, warm tones of the walnut.

The generously upholstered seat has a softly rounded front and is finished in matching cream floral damask, with decorative braid trimming the edges. The beautifully sculpted frame sweeps gracefully down towards the seat, creating the distinctive hourglass silhouette characteristic of these elegant Victorian chairs.

Standing on finely carved cabriole front legs terminating in original-style castors, with gently swept rear legs also fitted with castors, the chair combines decorative appeal with practical comfort.

Originally designed as an occasional chair for a Victorian drawing room or bedroom, this particularly attractive example would make a wonderful bedroom chair, dressing room chair, occasional lounge chair or statement accent chair. Its compact proportions make it especially suitable for a bedroom, dressing room, hallway or elegant living room.

A charming and highly decorative example of Victorian walnut seating, offering beautifully executed carving, graceful proportions and timeless period character.

Condition Report

Very good antique condition with appropriate age-related wear consistent with age and use. The walnut frame displays an attractive colour and patina, while the cream floral damask upholstery complements the chair beautifully.

Dimensions

Height: 92 cm (36.2 inches)

Width: 56 cm (22 inches)

Depth: 74.5 cm (29.3 inches)

Seat Height: 39 cm (15.4 inches)

Seat Depth: 46 cm (18.1 inches)

Seat Width: 56 cm (22 inches)

Date: Circa 1860

Origin: England

Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this Victorian Walnut Slipper Chair to the 1860s.

Independent Date Check ID 09698550
Dealer's Item Date1860s
Sellingantiques Date1860s
Sellingantiques agingItem 150-175 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 1860s:
White ceramic wheel castors on brass forks: typical mid-Victorian fitting.
Hand-carved walnut crest and leaf mouldings: crisp period craftsmanship.
Deep spoon-back shape with button tufting: fashionable 1860s salon design.
Dark oxidised wax in the carving recesses: age and handling.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Physical Dimensions
Height
92cm (36.22")
Width
56cm (22.05")
Depth
74.5cm (29.33")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1242650
Dealers Internal Reference
3280
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Description
An antique Victorian carved walnut spoon back slipper chair, dating to circa 1860, beautifully proportioned and displaying the elegant curves, elaborate carving and fine craftsmanship associated with fashionable Victorian drawing room furniture.
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The wonderfully shaped, high spoon back features an impressive carved crest with scrolling foliage, complemented by decorative carved detailing that follows the sweeping contours of the walnut frame.
London City Antiques

The deeply buttoned backrest is upholstered in an attractive pale cream floral damask, creating a luxurious contrast against the rich, warm tones of the walnut.

fig 1. A Victorian carved walnut slipper chair featuring a button-tufted cream damask spoon-shaped backrest and cabriole front legs.
fig 1. Antique Victorian Carved Walnut Spoon Back Slipper Chair

The generously upholstered seat has a softly rounded front and is finished in matching cream floral damask, with decorative braid trimming the edges. The beautifully sculpted frame sweeps gracefully down towards the seat, creating the distinctive hourglass silhouette characteristic of these elegant Victorian chairs.

fig 2. A Victorian carved walnut slipper chair featuring a button-tufted cream damask spoon-shaped backrest and cabriole front legs.
fig 2. Antique Victorian Carved Walnut Spoon Back Slipper Chair

Standing on finely carved cabriole front legs terminating in original-style castors, with gently swept rear legs also fitted with castors, the chair combines decorative appeal with practical comfort.

Originally designed as an occasional chair for a Victorian drawing room or bedroom, this particularly attractive example would make a wonderful bedroom chair, dressing room chair, occasional lounge chair or statement accent chair. Its compact proportions make it especially suitable for a bedroom, dressing room, hallway or elegant living room.

fig 3. A Victorian carved walnut slipper chair featuring a button-tufted cream damask spoon-shaped backrest and cabriole front legs.
fig 3. Antique Victorian Carved Walnut Spoon Back Slipper Chair

A charming and highly decorative example of Victorian walnut seating, offering beautifully executed carving, graceful proportions and timeless period character.

Condition Report

Very good antique condition with appropriate age-related wear consistent with age and use. The walnut frame displays an attractive colour and patina, while the cream floral damask upholstery complements the chair beautifully.

fig 4. A Victorian carved walnut slipper chair featuring a button-tufted cream damask spoon-shaped backrest and cabriole front legs.
fig 4. Antique Victorian Carved Walnut Spoon Back Slipper Chair

Dimensions

Height: 92 cm (36.2 inches)

Width: 56 cm (22 inches)

Depth: 74.5 cm (29.3 inches)

Seat Height: 39 cm (15.4 inches)

Seat Depth: 46 cm (18.1 inches)

Seat Width: 56 cm (22 inches)

Date: Circa 1860

Origin: England

Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this Victorian Walnut Slipper Chair to the 1860s.

Independent Date Report ID 09698550
Dealer's Item Date1860s
Sellingantiques dating1860s
Sellingantiques agingItem 150-175 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 1860s:
White ceramic wheel castors on brass forks: typical mid-Victorian fitting.
Hand-carved walnut crest and leaf mouldings: crisp period craftsmanship.
Deep spoon-back shape with button tufting: fashionable 1860s salon design.
Dark oxidised wax in the carving recesses: age and handling.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
92cm (36.22")
Width
56cm (22.05")
Depth
74.5cm (29.33")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1242650
Dealers Internal Ref
3280
London City Antiques
London City Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2020

At london city antiques we specialise in fine english antiques

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Archive I A Victorian carved walnut slipper chair featuring a button-tufted cream damask spoon-shaped backrest and cabriole front legs.

Antique Victorian Carved Walnut Spoon Back Slipper Chair

Archive II A Victorian carved walnut slipper chair featuring a button-tufted cream damask spoon-shaped backrest and cabriole front legs. View II
Archive III A Victorian carved walnut slipper chair featuring a button-tufted cream damask spoon-shaped backrest and cabriole front legs. View III
Archive IV A Victorian carved walnut slipper chair featuring a button-tufted cream damask spoon-shaped backrest and cabriole front legs. View IV
Archive V A Victorian carved walnut slipper chair featuring a button-tufted cream damask spoon-shaped backrest and cabriole front legs. View V
Archive VI A Victorian carved walnut slipper chair featuring a button-tufted cream damask spoon-shaped backrest and cabriole front legs. View VI
Archive VII A Victorian carved walnut slipper chair featuring a button-tufted cream damask spoon-shaped backrest and cabriole front legs. View VII
Archive VIII A Victorian carved walnut slipper chair featuring a button-tufted cream damask spoon-shaped backrest and cabriole front legs. View VIII
Archive IX A Victorian carved walnut slipper chair featuring a button-tufted cream damask spoon-shaped backrest and cabriole front legs. View IX
Archive X A Victorian carved walnut slipper chair featuring a button-tufted cream damask spoon-shaped backrest and cabriole front legs. View X
Archive XI A Victorian carved walnut slipper chair featuring a button-tufted cream damask spoon-shaped backrest and cabriole front legs. View XI
Archive XII A Victorian carved walnut slipper chair featuring a button-tufted cream damask spoon-shaped backrest and cabriole front legs. View XII
Archive XIII A Victorian carved walnut slipper chair featuring a button-tufted cream damask spoon-shaped backrest and cabriole front legs. View XIII
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Suffolk
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A Victorian carved walnut slipper chair featuring a button-tufted cream damask spoon-shaped backrest and cabriole front legs.
Antique Victorian Carved Walnut Spoon Back Slipper Chair
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A Victorian carved walnut slipper chair featuring a button-tufted cream damask spoon-shaped backrest and cabriole front legs.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectSlipper Chairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialWalnut, Damask
  • ColourCream
  • MotifsSpoon back, Button tufting, Cabriole legs, Carved cresting
  • SizeH 92 cm (36 in) x W 56 cm (22 in) x D 74.5 cm (29 in)

This Victorian slipper chair dates to 1860 and takes a distinctive spoon-shaped silhouette from the period. The walnut frame has a warm dark brown finish with an elaborate carved cresting featuring scrolling foliage at the top of the backrest. Pale cream floral damask covers the deeply button-tufted back and the generously padded seat, contrasted by decorative braid along the edges. The frame descends into sculpted arms and cabriole front legs with castors, alongside gently swept rear legs also fitted with castors. The chair measures 92 cm high, 56 cm wide, and 74.5 cm deep. In a modern home, this piece fits naturally into a bedroom, dressing room, hallway, or elegant living room as an occasional lounge chair or statement accent chair. The compact proportions allow it to occupy smaller corners while providing practical seating. The walnut woodwork and cream damask upholstery integrate into traditional or transitional interiors, adding period character through its carved details and button tufting.

FAQs

A Victorian spoon back slipper chair is a low-built, armless accent chair featuring a curved backrest resembling the bowl of a spoon, popularised in the mid-to-late 19th century. Originally designed for ladies dressing rooms, these chairs allowed individuals to sit comfortably while putting on footwear.

These chairs were typically crafted from solid dense hardwoods such as walnut, rosewood, or mahogany, often featuring hand-carved details along the exposed timber frame. Upholstery generally consisted of fabrics like damask, velvet, or brocade over horsehair padding and steel coil springs.

Authentic pieces generally feature hand-carved cresting, traditional mortise and tenon joinery, and coil springs tied with jute webbing. Inspecting the frame underside for natural timber aging, hand-driven screws, and brass castors on cabriole legs can confirm period origin.

A slipper chair functions effectively as a focal point in a bedroom corner, dressing room, or beside a fireplace alcove. Combining the carved silhouette and patterned fabric with modern minimalist backdrop elements creates a balanced, layered aesthetic.

Dust the timber frame regularly with a dry cloth and apply beeswax along the wood grain to protect the walnut finish. Vacuum delicate upholstery gently using a soft brush attachment, and keep the chair positioned away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent timber movement and fabric fading.
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