{"product_id":"pair-of-ebonized-chiavarine-side-chairs-fur-24","title":"Pair of Ebonized Victorian Chairs with Original Striped Upholstery, circa 1860–1890","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePair of Ebonized Victorian Chairs with Original Striped Upholstery, circa 1860–1890\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eA handsome pair of mid-Victorian side chairs in ebonized wood with original period striped upholstery and nailhead trim. Five turned spindles with ring details flank oval splats; curved serpentine top rail with scrolled terminals. Turned legs with stretchers. Original finish and fabric throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sold as-is for restoration. Original upholstery intact and in fair condition; frame exhibits loose joints and stress cracks in back slats. Requires professional structural repair before use. Not recommended for sitting without restoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rome, Italy; from Italian diplomat's family collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Victorian, circa 1860–1890\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eEbonized wood throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eFive turned spindles with ring turnings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eOval splats with curved tops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eOriginal striped fabric upholstery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eOriginal nailhead trim\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eTurned legs with stretchers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003ePair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 84 cm H × 38.5 cm W × 35.5 cm D (33.1\" × 15.2\" × 14.0\")\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProvenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eFrom Rome, Italy, from an Italian diplomat's family collection. Original upholstery and nailhead trim indicate careful stewardship. The ebonized finish and turned spindle work are characteristic of mid-Victorian English or Continental manufacture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRestoration Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThese chairs are suitable for upholstery and frame restoration. Original striped fabric and nailhead trim provide period-accurate reference for professional restorers. The structure and joinery are period-appropriate hand techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRoman Estates sources authentic 18th–20th century Italian and European antiques directly from private Roman estates and historic dealers. Each piece is individually selected for quality, provenance, and design merit.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"background-color: #f5f5f5; padding: 12px; border-left: 3px solid #d4af37; margin-top: 16px; font-size: 0.95em; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA note on antiques:\u003c\/strong\u003e Antiques aren't new — that's the whole point. Every scratch, patina mark and sign of age is a badge of honour, not a defect. Detail photos are unfiltered and show the piece exactly as it is. We're happy to provide additional photos or videos upon request. All sales are final, so take a good look, ask us anything, and buy what you love.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Roman Estates","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53462728343890,"sku":"FUR-24","price":900.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1072\/6440\/9938\/files\/IMG_48742.jpg?v=1781123084","url":"https:\/\/roman-estates.myshopify.com\/products\/pair-of-ebonized-chiavarine-side-chairs-fur-24","provider":"Roman Estates","version":"1.0","type":"link"}