Pair of 19th Century French Walnut Hall Chairs - Heart Pierced Backs Barley Twist Legs
A graceful duo where French formality meets the warmth of time‑softened walnut
Pair: French hall chairs, 19th century
Material: Solid walnut with a warm, aged patina
Backs: Finely carved with heart‑shaped piercings
Legs: Barley twist design for added elegance and detail
Use: Decorative and functional; ideal for a hallway, entryway, or as accent seating
Delivery: Not included - please use the Request Delivery Quote feature located next to the ‘Add to Basket’ tab before completing your order
Heritage, Craftsmanship & Authentic Character:-
This charming pair of 19th‑century French hall chairs showcases the skill of traditional walnut craftsmanship. Each chair features a heart‑pierced back above elegantly turned barley‑twist legs, the carving softened by decades of use. The walnut’s mellow patina adds depth and warmth, telling the story of their long life in service. Minor shrinkage to one seat joint, visible in our photographs, is consistent with age and does not diminish their beauty or integrity.
Visual Details:-
Our high‑resolution photographs invite you to study every detail. These close‑ups form an essential part of the condition report, ensuring you can buy with complete confidence. You’ll see the crisp yet softened carving of the heart piercings, the gentle sheen of aged walnut, and the pleasing proportions that make them both decorative and functional.
Styling Suggestions:-
Perfect as a matched pair in a hallway or flanking a console table, they can also serve as occasional chairs in a bedroom, study, or dining setting. Their scale and character make them equally suitable for adding a note of heritage to a modern interior or completing a period‑inspired scheme.
Sustainability:-
Choosing antique and vintage furniture reduces waste, and brings irreplaceable patina that new pieces cannot replicate. This is both an aesthetic and environmental decision - and an essential act in keeping traditional skills alive. Without demand for restoration and conservation, the master‑craftsmen capable of such work will become increasingly rare.
Purchase with Confidence:-
Transparent Condition Details: Please examine all photographs carefully for a complete understanding of each item’s condition. These images form a crucial part of our detailed condition report, offering clear insights into the craftsmanship, patina, and quality of this piece.
Trusted Heritage: We are an established and successful business with many happy clients from both trade and private sectors. You are warmly invited to visit our beautiful showroom and shop in West Sussex to experience our collection first-hand.
measurements
Height:
87 cm
Width:
48 cm
Depth:
39 cm
Seat Height 46cm
measurements
declaration
Whites Antiques has clarified that the Pair of 19th Century French Walnut Hall Chairs - Heart Pierced Backs Barley Twist Legs (LA543786) is genuinely of the period declared with the date/period of manufacture being 19th Century
declaration
condition
condition
Minor shrinkage to one seat joint (photographed) - does not affect use or appeal.