{"product_id":"the-pitchford-hall-dining-chairs-8-2","title":"The Pitchford Hall Dining Chairs (8+2)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Pitchford Hall Dining Chairs (8+2)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA rare and important set, these mid-19th century barley twist oak dining chairs embody the height of Victorian craftsmanship and stately English heritage. Boasting their original, individually hand-embroidered needlework seats and backs, these chairs exemplify refined style and noble provenance, having been designed exclusively for the renowned Elizabethan manor, Pitchford Hall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrigin: England\u003cbr\u003eDate: Circa 1840–1845\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Oak, original armorial needlework  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions:\u003cbr\u003eCarvers — Height: 112 cm (44 in); Width: 67 cm (26.3 in); Depth: 62 cm (24.5 in)  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: Excellent, with original patina; minor restorations consistent with age\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis distinguished set of dining room chairs reflects the rich traditions of English country house interiors during the early Victorian era. The use of barley twist turnings references a long lineage of British joinery, while the bespoke embroidered upholstery showcases an extraordinary personal touch, with several seats signed and dated by members of the Ottley family, including one notably inscribed ‘Worked by Lady Milton’. Comparable examples can be found in national collections, yet this set stands alone with its documented association to England’s finest half-timbered manor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNotable Features:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuperb barley twist carving throughout, displaying the hallmarks of 19th-century English seating  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach chair features a wholly unique armorial motif in the needlework, underscoring the custom-made nature of the suite  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHistorical and aesthetic significance due to its creation for Pitchford Hall, one of England’s pre-eminent Elizabethan houses  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinguished provenance: many seats signed and dated by Ottley family members, enhancing both collecting and display value  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo grand carvers and eight side chairs, well suited to a formal dining room, historic home, or museum-quality interior\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith their remarkable craftsmanship, documented family signatures, and strong connection to English history, the Pitchford Hall Dining Chairs represent a rare opportunity for collectors and connoisseurs of antique kitchen and dining room chairs. Their elegant form, intricate detailing, and notable provenance make them highly desirable for both display and practical furnishing within traditional or historically inspired settings.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Collection NE10","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51215355347281,"sku":"38623","price":20000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0935\/5873\/5185\/files\/background-editor_output_6a23c974-1414-4c0a-97ff-610f60fb0f6d.png?v=1748983732","url":"https:\/\/nwtiques.com\/products\/the-pitchford-hall-dining-chairs-8-2","provider":"nwtiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}