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Victorian chairs - $325
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JeremiahS226
JeremiahS226
Antique Expert
October 29, 2026
These are antique Victorian-style balloon-back parlor chairs (or salon side chairs), likely crafted from mahogany or rosewood and featuring decorative marquetry or painted inlay. Visual DescriptionStyle: Victorian Era / Edwardian transition. They feature characteristic "balloon back" rounded frames that pinch in tightly at the waist.Backrest Decoration: The top crest rail displays detailed floral scrolling inlays (likely satinwood or boxwood marquetry). The center splat holds an uncommon padded, shield-shaped medallion accented by brass nailhead trim.Upholstery: Plush, deep crimson/red velvet or mohair fabric on both the seat cushions and back inserts, bordered by brass tacking.Legs: The front legs are gently curved in a cabriole style, ending on small antique metal caster wheels, which was typical for high-end parlor seating of the era.Estimated AgeLate 19th Century to early 20th Century (circa 1880–1910).The balloon-back profile peaked during the mid-to-late Victorian era, while the cleaner lines of the lower cross-splat and the delicate floral details blend slightly into the Edwardian aesthetic. Market ValueEstimated value: $150–$350 for the pair at standard estate sales or local antique auctions.