{"product_id":"19th-century-english-papier-mache-mother-of-pearl-low-chair","title":"Earlier 19th Century English Papier Mâché \u0026 Mother of Pearl Low Chair","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA remarkable 19th century English papier mâché low chair, dating to the Victorian period and richly decorated with mother of pearl inlay, hand painted florals and delicate gilt detailing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe dramatic elongated back features twisted uprights, turned finials and an elaborate pierced crest, all finished in the characteristic glossy black surface of Victorian papier mâché. At its center, a beautifully hand painted floral bouquet is surrounded by an intricate border of shimmering mother of pearl, with additional inlay and gilded decoration continuing throughout the chair.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA woven cane seat provides a beautiful contrast to the ornate frame. Its unusually low proportions are particularly charming, measuring 38 inches tall by 13 inches wide, with a 15 inch seat depth and a seat height of just 13.5 inches. The scale suggests it may have originally been intended for a younger sitter, although its exact original use is unknown. Because of the age and delicacy of the canes seat, this is much more of a decorative piece than it is a functional sitting chair  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe chair remains in beautiful antique condition with the expected surface wear, patina and small losses associated with its age and delicate construction. A wonderfully decorative example of 19th century English papier mâché work and an exceptional piece displayed purely as an object of Victorian decorative art.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Union Birch Home ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67573275296048,"sku":null,"price":1100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0926\/1626\/1936\/files\/91DCA388-D7BB-4D72-A62A-08D6A0B0FE1F.jpg?v=1787343875","url":"https:\/\/www.unionbirchhome.com\/products\/19th-century-english-papier-mache-mother-of-pearl-low-chair","provider":"Union Birch Home ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}