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Antique Elbow Chair, English, Beech, Smoker's Bow, Captain Seat, Victorian, 1880

$1,711.41
$2,139.2720% Off
£1,229.60
£1,53720% Off
€1,465.27
€1,831.5920% Off
CA$2,360.30
CA$2,950.3820% Off
A$2,388.81
A$2,986.0120% Off
CHF 1,369.68
CHF 1,712.1020% Off
MX$28,973.26
MX$36,216.5720% Off
NOK 15,928.78
NOK 19,910.9820% Off
SEK 16,213.96
SEK 20,267.4520% Off
DKK 10,953.42
DKK 13,691.7720% Off

About the Item

This is an antique elbow chair. An English, beech and fruitwood smoker's bow or captain's chair, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1880. Excellent country house appeal with the classic bow form Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good order Select beech and fruitwood stocks show fine grain interest throughout Rich caramel hues beam beneath a quality wax polish finish The upper rail crowned with a prominent arched back rest for added comfort and support Ring turned spindles rise obliquely supporting the striking horseshoe armrest Each arm terminates in out-turned scrolled hand grips Standing upon a quartet of stout baluster legs united by a double 'H' stretcher This is a desirable antique elbow chair, with great color to the quality stocks and fine English craftsmanship. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home. Dimensions: Max Width: 66.5cm (26.25'') Max Depth: 56cm (22'') Max Height: 81.5cm (32'') Seat Width: 39.5cm (15.5'') Seat Depth: 40cm (15.75'') Seat Height: 46cm (18'').
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 32.09 in (81.5 cm)Width: 26.19 in (66.5 cm)Depth: 22.05 in (56 cm)Seat Height: 18.12 in (46 cm)
  • Style:
    Late Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in very good antique condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Hele, Devon, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 18.90171stDibs: LU2645333147922

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