Victorian Balloon-Back Side Chair (c. 1880–1900)

An authentic late-Victorian balloon-back side chair, c. 1880–1900, in solid fruitwood with a hand-carved back splat and cabriole legs influenced by French Louis XV and Rococo Revival design. Original finish and patina developed over more than a century of use. Why this piece: Genuine antique, not a reproduction. Most "vintage-style" chairs listed at $80–200 online are modern MDF or veneer pieces built to look old. This one is 120+ years old, solid wood, structurally original. Real provenance. Kept in one Alberta family for generations — belonged to the mother of the elderly gentleman I acquired it from. A true heirloom, not an auction lot. Newly reupholstered. Professionally redone in a soft vintage-inspired blue that respects the original shape and trim. Frame gently cleaned; joinery untouched and original. Priced for a local sale. Comparable examples list $650–$1,200 on 1stDibs and Chairish. Blends into modern farmhouse, Parisian, minimalist, or intentionally-mixed interiors. Works as an entryway chair, reading corner, vanity, writing desk, or single character piece in a curated living room. Details: Overall height: 34" | Seat width: 18.5" | Seat depth: ~17" | Seat height: 18". Solid fruitwood, original finish and patina. Small screw mark on the side — price adjusted accordingly. Structurally sound and ready for daily use. Porch pickup: Royal Oak NW, Calgary. First come, first served — no holds without deposit. All sales final.