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Description

A matched pair of early Twentieth Century teak folding steamer chairs with caned back & seats.

(structurally sound with a little movement to the folding joints and wear to the caned seats, as pictured.)

Date of Manufacture

Antiques Decorative has dated these Edwardian Steamer Deck Chairs to the 1910s.

Physical Dimensions

Height

92cm (36.22")

Width

58cm (22.83")

Depth

81cm (31.89")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1029421

Description

A matched pair of early Twentieth Century teak folding steamer chairs with caned back & seats.

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(structurally sound with a little movement to the folding joints and wear to the caned seats, as pictured.

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Date of Manufacture

Antiques Decorative has dated these Edwardian Steamer Deck Chairs to the 1910s.

Physical Dimensions

Height

92cm (36.22")

Width

58cm (22.83")

Depth

81cm (31.89")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1029421

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Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2015

With over 30 years in the london antiques world, I have since established a dealership supplying the trade and private clients.

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United Kingdom

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ObjectLounge Chairs
Period1900 - 1920
StyleEdwardian
MaterialWood, Cane
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsCaned panels, Curved armrests, Folding wooden frames, Sloped backrests
SizeH 92 cm (36 in) x W 58 cm (23 in) x D 81 cm (32 in)

FAQs

Edwardian furniture, produced during the reign of King Edward VII from 1901 to 1910, is characterised by lighter proportions, refined craftsmanship, and a blending of historical revival styles influenced by the Arts and Crafts movement and colonial tastes.

These chairs were typically constructed from sturdy hardwoods such as mahogany, teak, or oak, featuring woven cane panels or rush for the backrests and seats to provide ventilation and comfort during maritime travel.

Authentic pieces often exhibit period-appropriate joinery such as mortise and tenon joints, traditional brass hardware, hand-woven caning, and characteristic patina from age and use rather than modern synthetic finishes.

They can be integrated into modern spaces as statement accent pieces, paired with neutral textiles or placed in sunrooms and conservatories to add architectural interest and historic warmth.

Maintain the wood with periodic applications of microcrystalline wax or linseed oil, and keep natural cane hydrated by occasionally wiping it with a damp cloth to prevent brittleness and cracking.