Description
Antique Set of Four Federal Baltimore Style Paint Decorated Cane Seat Chairs, Circa 1820s
A charming and decoratively appealing set of four Federal period Baltimore style cane seat chairs, presenting with later repainted floral decoration and offering a cheerful and colorful addition to a country interior, sunroom, or casual dining setting. The Baltimore Federal chair form is well proportioned and pleasing, with the characteristic lines and cane seats that define the style's enduring appeal.
The chairs have been repainted at a later date "” a common and entirely acceptable practice for this category of Federal fancy chair "” and one chair has been sympathetically restored. All four are structurally sound and fully functional, retaining their cane seats and presenting consistently as a group.
A practical and decoratively satisfying set at an accessible price point, ideal for a relaxed country interior or as a starting point for a painted furniture collection.
Dimensions: 19.5"W × 16"D × 33"H × 18" seat height
Style: Baltimore Federal, cane seats
Decoration: Later repainted floral decoration
Condition: One chair restored; repainted decoration; wear consistent with age
Sold as a set of four
Condition:
Alterations: Restored
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Condition: One chair restored; repainted decoration; wear consistent with age
Origin:
United States
Materials & Techniques:
Paint
International: No International Shipping for this auction.
Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding.
A charming and decoratively appealing set of four Federal period Baltimore style cane seat chairs, presenting with later repainted floral decoration and offering a cheerful and colorful addition to a country interior, sunroom, or casual dining setting. The Baltimore Federal chair form is well proportioned and pleasing, with the characteristic lines and cane seats that define the style's enduring appeal.
The chairs have been repainted at a later date "” a common and entirely acceptable practice for this category of Federal fancy chair "” and one chair has been sympathetically restored. All four are structurally sound and fully functional, retaining their cane seats and presenting consistently as a group.
A practical and decoratively satisfying set at an accessible price point, ideal for a relaxed country interior or as a starting point for a painted furniture collection.
Dimensions: 19.5"W × 16"D × 33"H × 18" seat height
Style: Baltimore Federal, cane seats
Decoration: Later repainted floral decoration
Condition: One chair restored; repainted decoration; wear consistent with age
Sold as a set of four
Condition:
Alterations: Restored
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Condition: One chair restored; repainted decoration; wear consistent with age
Origin:
United States
Materials & Techniques:
Paint
International: No International Shipping for this auction.
Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding.
Condition
Restored; Some Imperfections; Condition: One chair restored; repainted decoration; wear consistent with age
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
33 x 19.5 x 16 in
Antique Set of Four Federal Baltimore Style Paint Decorated Cane Seat Chairs, Circa 1820s
Estimate $250-$740
Starting Price
$180
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Heirloom Living II
Jun 12, 2026 7:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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