These Melbourne Chair Co. chairs, crafted around 1910, are truly a work of art — each one beautifully handcrafted with intricate details of emus and foliage carved into the backs over a century ago.
Time had certainly left its mark on these stunning pieces, and they arrived at our workshop in need of some serious tender loving care.
We were thrilled to take on the challenge of restoring them to their former glory. The restoration process involved a full reglue to strengthen the frames, careful repairs to the delicate rattan, and crafting a new slat back that seamlessly matched the original design.
Once structurally sound, we turned our attention to the finish, removing the old layers and polishing the timber to achieve a rich black semi-gloss that truly brings out the depth and beauty of the details.
What a remarkable transformation it’s been — and such a joy to give these magnificent chairs another chapter in their long story.
What a beautiful transformation for these gorgeous chairs