Exceptional Late 19th Century Windsor Armchair in Solid Elm, Circa 1880
Original price was: € 950,00.€ 800,00Current price is: € 800,00.
A superb English Windsor armchair, handcrafted circa 1880 in solid elm, boasting a beautifully pierced back splat, sculpted saddle seat, and masterfully turned legs. A true 19th-century original with deep, lustrous patina.
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This remarkable Windsor armchair represents the finest tradition of English provincial craftsmanship, dating from circa 1880. Made entirely from solid elm, it features a gracefully arched hoop back with an intricately hand-pierced decorative splat, flanked by elegantly tapered spindles.
The arms are carved with soft, flowing curves and rest on finely turned baluster supports, while the generously contoured saddle seat—shaped from a single plank of elm—offers exceptional comfort and durability. Below, turned legs with ring detail are united by robust stretchers, ensuring stability even after nearly 150 years.
Its rich, honey-brown patina, achieved through more than a century of gentle use, glows with a depth of color that modern reproductions can never replicate. Subtle surface marks, softened edges, and the tactile warmth of antique elm give this chair a presence and soul that only true 19th-century pieces possess.
Perfect as an accent chair in a refined interior, as a collector’s piece, or as a statement at a writing desk, this armchair embodies the timeless appeal of English country furniture.
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Period: Late Victorian, circa 1880
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Dimensions: H 110 cm x W 58 cm x D 50 cm, seat height 45 cm
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