Antique Austro-Hungarian Heavily Carved Walnut Side Chairs - a Pair - 19th Century

Description

Superb wood carving on these substantial and elegant 19th Century Austro-Hungarian Empire chairs. Completely restored with new springs and cushions and reupholstered a few years ago in luxury fabric with an iridescent quality.

Provenance: The personal home collection of interior designer June Hrabosky and her husband, the noted major league baseball pitcher and broadcaster Al Hrabosky. These magnificent Central European pieces from the last decades of the Habsburg Empire reflect Hrabosky's Hungarian heritage.

Condition:
Alterations: Original Design Modified
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Recently reupholstered with new springs and cushions. Minor wear on wood finish consistent with age.

Origin:
Hungary

Materials & Techniques:
Fabric, Walnut

Winning bidders will be contacted regarding shipping after the auction closes.

Condition

Original Design Modified; Some Imperfections; Recently reupholstered with new springs and cushions. Minor wear on wood finish consistent with age.

Buyer's Premium

20%

Dimensions

41.5 x 18.5 x 18.5 in

Antique Austro-Hungarian Heavily Carved Walnut Side Chairs - a Pair - 19th Century

Lot 0721

Estimate $460-$980

Aug 23, 2026, 10:00 PM EDT

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