
Founders Antiques

We are second generation antiques dealers trading in a mix of antique furniture, art and 20th century design, specialising in fine traditional English period furniture.
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Based in Kingswinford near Stourbridge in the West Midlands, viewings are available by appointment.
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- Steve (Owner, Founders Antiques)
Address
Unit 1A Stallings Lane
Kingswinford
West Midlands
United Kingdom
DY6 7HU
Phone
+447722 557245
Antique Victorian Oak Vernacular Side Chair c.1850
REF: 3538 / LA554115
£325
€376
$434
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Description
A mid 19th Century (c.1850) English North Country vernacular side chair in solid oak, hand crafted with the measured care typical of rural Lancashire and Yorkshire workshops. Features a shallow, hand-shaped curved seat, square legs and stretchers, and a fanned five-splat back between tapered uprights, the frame showing hand-worked rear chamfers and a flat front with a crisp incised border.
The oak surfaces show a warm, even patina, with the plain, functional lines consistent with practical farmhouse furniture of the period. Its character comes from the honesty of its construction. The slightly tapered legs, hand-cut seat edges and individually shaped back spars give it a grounded, functional presence, while the compact proportions make it easy to place. It works well as a standalone hall chair, desk chair or as a characterful accent in a kitchen or living space.
measurements
Height:
93.5 cm
Width:
50 cm
Depth:
43 cm
Seat Height 45cm
declaration
Founders Antiques has clarified that the Antique Victorian Oak Vernacular Side Chair c.1850 (LA554115) is genuinely of the period declared with the date/period of manufacture being c.1850
condition
Presented in very good antique condition with a well-aged patina and light surface marks appropriate for its age. Structurally sound, stable, clean and ready to place in the home.
additional info
Material:
Date of Manufacture:
c.1850
location
This Antique Victorian Oak Vernacular Side Chair c.1850 is located in West Midlands, United Kingdom
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