A mid-19th century Victorian side chair featuring a carved walnut frame and floral needlepoint upholstery.
During the Victorian era, furniture was often used to display the needlework skills of the women in the household. These 'Ladies' chairs' were designed with low seats and petite frames to accommodate the wide skirts of the time. The balloon back style was particularly popular in the 1850s, often featuring intricate floral carvings and cabriole legs inspired by French Rococo design.
