HOT ! Antique Glastonbury Chair, Welsh Oak, Gothic Revival Elbow Seat, Victorian, 1880

Our Stock # 24940

This is an antique Glastonbury chair. A Welsh, oak ecclesiastical elbow seat with Gothic overtones, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1880.

• A classic provincial example of the striking Glastonbury chair


• Displays a desirable aged patina and good order throughout


• Superb oak stocks show fine grain interest and deep caramel hues


• Fascinating profile with bold arms and robust, domed peg joints
  


• Eye-catching seat back with a shaped and engraved top over a relief carved rest


• Displaying Gothic overtones, the carved panel presents arcading and diamond motif


• Distinctive arms with exaggerated form and terminating in prominent shaped knuckles


• Flat seat recessed gently inside the frame at a comfortable height of 42.5cm (16.75”)


• Standing upon a quartet of dramatic stile legs, in eye-catching X-form

This is a delightful antique Glastonbury chair with Gothic revival overtones and exceptional figuring. Presents a distinctive appearance and of superb Welsh craftsmanship. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:Max Width: 66cm (26\'\')Max Depth: 59.5cm (23.5\'\')Max Height: 99cm (39\'\')

Seat Width: 56.5cm (22.25\'\')Seat Depth: 39cm (15.25\'\')Seat Height: 42.5cm (16.75\'\')