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Antique Country House Captain's Chair, English Elm, Smoker's Bow Seat, Victorian

About the Item

This is an antique country house captain's chair. An English, elm smoker's bow or elbow seat, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Superb country house appeal with the classic bow form Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good original order Select elm stocks show excellent grain interest throughout Graced with appealing caramel hues to the delightful form The upper rail crowned with a prominent arched and bowed back rest Baluster turned spindles rise obliquely supporting the striking horseshoe armrest Each arm terminates in out-turned scrolled hand grips Saddle deeply sculpted with defined leg scallops Standing upon a quartet of stout baluster legs united by a 'H' stretcher This is a striking antique country house captain's chair, with appealing colour and fine English craftsmanship. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home. Dimensions: Max Width: 65cm (25.5'') Max Depth: 53.5cm (21'') Max Height: 77.5cm (30.5'') Seat Width: 39.5cm (15.5'') Seat Depth: 40cm (15.75'') Seat Height: 49.5cm (19.5'')
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 30.52 in (77.5 cm)Width: 25.6 in (65 cm)Depth: 21.07 in (53.5 cm)Seat Height: 19.49 in (49.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Late Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Elm
  • Place of Origin:
    United Kingdom
  • Period:
    1900-1909
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1900
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in very good antique condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Hele, Devon, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 251091stDibs: LU2645343629842

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