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Victorian Period Papier Mache Spoon Back Nursing Chair
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Christian Davies Antiques Ltd

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    Quality furniture particularly from the late victorian and edwardian period.
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Victorian Period Papier Mache Spoon Back Nursing Chair

19th century
Sold 11 November 2024 · Christian Davies Antiques Ltd
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Victorian Period papier mache spoon back nursing chair. Made from papier mache with painted, gilded and mother of pearl inlaid detail. Raised on elegant cabriole legs with a Bergere seat. English circa 1860-1870

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Christian Davies Antiques Ltd has dated this Papier Mache Nursing Chair to the Victorian era.

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Victorian Period papier mache spoon back nursing chair
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Description
Victorian Period papier mache spoon back nursing chair. Made from papier mache with painted, gilded and mother of pearl inlaid detail. Raised on elegant cabriole legs with a Bergere seat. English circa 1860-1870
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Christian Davies Antiques Ltd has dated this Papier Mache Nursing Chair to the Victorian era.

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SA999432
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Victorian Period papier mache spoon back nursing chair
Christian Davies Antiques Ltd
Christian Davies Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009

Quality furniture particularly from the late victorian and edwardian period.

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Christian Davies Antiques Ltd Profile Page

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Christian Davies Antiques Ltd is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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A black Victorian papier mache nursing chair with a spoon back, cane seat, cabriole legs, and hand-painted floral motifs featuring mother-of-pearl inlay. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A black Victorian papier mache nursing chair with a spoon back, cane seat, cabriole legs, and hand-painted floral motifs featuring mother-of-pearl inlay. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Victorian Period Papier Mache Spoon Back Nursing Chair

Archive II A black Victorian papier mache nursing chair with a spoon back, cane seat, cabriole legs, and hand-painted floral motifs featuring mother-of-pearl inlay. View II
Archive III A black Victorian papier mache nursing chair with a spoon back, cane seat, cabriole legs, and hand-painted floral motifs featuring mother-of-pearl inlay. View III
Archive IV A black Victorian papier mache nursing chair with a spoon back, cane seat, cabriole legs, and hand-painted floral motifs featuring mother-of-pearl inlay. View IV
Archive V A black Victorian papier mache nursing chair with a spoon back, cane seat, cabriole legs, and hand-painted floral motifs featuring mother-of-pearl inlay. View V
Archive VI A black Victorian papier mache nursing chair with a spoon back, cane seat, cabriole legs, and hand-painted floral motifs featuring mother-of-pearl inlay. View VI
Archive VII A black Victorian papier mache nursing chair with a spoon back, cane seat, cabriole legs, and hand-painted floral motifs featuring mother-of-pearl inlay. View VII
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Christian Davies Antiques Ltd

Christian Davies Antiques Ltd
Telephone 07774 991460
Location
The Calder Studio
Garden Village
Longsight Road
Clayton Le Dale
Blackburn
BB2 7JA
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/cdavies
Verified Since Jun 2009
Items For Sale 44
Items Sold 3,398
Christian Davies Antiques Ltd
Christian Davies Antiques Ltd
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Location: The Calder Studio, Garden Village, Longsight Road, Clayton Le Dale, Blackburn, BB2 7JA, United Kingdom
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A black Victorian papier mache nursing chair with a spoon back, cane seat, cabriole legs, and hand-painted floral motifs featuring mother-of-pearl inlay.
Victorian Period papier mache spoon back nursing chair
Ref: SA999432
A black Victorian papier mache nursing chair with a spoon back, cane seat, cabriole legs, and hand-painted floral motifs featuring mother-of-pearl inlay.
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  • ObjectChairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialPapier Mache, Mother-of-Pearl, Cane, Gold Paint
  • ColourBlack
  • MotifsSpoon back, Mother-of-pearl inlay, Hand-painted floral motifs, Cane seat

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Papier mache furniture gained immense popularity during the Victorian period, particularly in Birmingham and London, where manufacturers developed a specialized technique of pressing paper pulp, paper sheets, and size over metal moulds to create durable, lightweight furniture frames.

These items were constructed using layers of paper pulp bonded with glue and resin, compressed under heavy pressure, and then baked and varnished multiple times to achieve a hard, lacquer-like finish. They frequently incorporated mother-of-pearl inlay, hand-painted floral details, gilding, and woven cane seats.

Authentic pieces typically feature a deep black japanned surface that exhibits fine age-related craquelure, genuine mother-of-pearl (nacre) inlay with iridescent qualities, hand-painted artistry rather than printed transfers, and period-appropriate joinery and cane work.

Positioning the chair as an accent piece in a bedroom, dressing room, or living space allows its ornate floral motifs and dark silhouette to contrast effectively against minimalist or contemporary decor schemes.

Maintain the finish by keeping the piece away from direct sunlight and high moisture environments. Clean only with a soft, dry microfibre cloth, avoiding harsh chemical polishes, abrasive cleaners, or excess water which can damage the lacquer and lifting mother-of-pearl.
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