19th Century English Windsor Low Back Armchair In Solid Elm With Steam-bent Ash Back
Windsor armchair known as the “Low Back” model, with armrests and a low curved back, English work from the 19th century.
The seat is hewn from a single piece of solid elm, sculpted and hollowed by use, and shaped according to the anatomical form characteristic of these exceptional rustic seats. The raw surface retains its original dry, golden patina, bearing witness to authentic wear and continuous use over nearly two centuries.
The semicircular back is composed of a bowed rail in steam-bent ash, rising in a broad arch designed to cradle the back. Turned spindle supports and miniature baluster turnings are joined by a pierced back splat with scroll motifs inspired by simplified Chippendale models. It is flanked by two armrests descending in a gentle curve.
The base stands on four slightly splayed, turned baluster legs with multiple ring moldings. H-stretchers forming a crinoline beneath the seat ensure the rigidity of the whole, in accordance with the traditional techniques of the joiners of the Thames Valley and the Buckinghamshire workshops.
Condition: Remarkable unrestored patina. Good overall state of preservation. Wear consistent with age and use. No restoration required.
A chair of fine quality, with generous grain and robust construction. A testament to English provincial craftsmanship and to the taste for refined vernacular furniture. Although functional, this armchair also displays a distinct architectural elegance, emphasized by the restraint of its design and the quality of its turning.
Dimensions:
• Total height: 89 cm
• Seat height: 45 cm
• Width across armrests: 53 cm
• Seat depth: 36 cm
Fast and secure shipping:
• France: €80 (specialized fragile-item carrier)
• Europe and international: please contact us
• Does this item pique your interest or curiosity? Feel free to contact us, we would be delighted to discuss it with you. We are available from Monday to Saturday, from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., at +33 652 43 97 82
The seat is hewn from a single piece of solid elm, sculpted and hollowed by use, and shaped according to the anatomical form characteristic of these exceptional rustic seats. The raw surface retains its original dry, golden patina, bearing witness to authentic wear and continuous use over nearly two centuries.
The semicircular back is composed of a bowed rail in steam-bent ash, rising in a broad arch designed to cradle the back. Turned spindle supports and miniature baluster turnings are joined by a pierced back splat with scroll motifs inspired by simplified Chippendale models. It is flanked by two armrests descending in a gentle curve.
The base stands on four slightly splayed, turned baluster legs with multiple ring moldings. H-stretchers forming a crinoline beneath the seat ensure the rigidity of the whole, in accordance with the traditional techniques of the joiners of the Thames Valley and the Buckinghamshire workshops.
Condition: Remarkable unrestored patina. Good overall state of preservation. Wear consistent with age and use. No restoration required.
A chair of fine quality, with generous grain and robust construction. A testament to English provincial craftsmanship and to the taste for refined vernacular furniture. Although functional, this armchair also displays a distinct architectural elegance, emphasized by the restraint of its design and the quality of its turning.
Dimensions:
• Total height: 89 cm
• Seat height: 45 cm
• Width across armrests: 53 cm
• Seat depth: 36 cm
Fast and secure shipping:
• France: €80 (specialized fragile-item carrier)
• Europe and international: please contact us
• Does this item pique your interest or curiosity? Feel free to contact us, we would be delighted to discuss it with you. We are available from Monday to Saturday, from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., at +33 652 43 97 82
350 €
Period: 19th century
Style: English Style
Condition: Excellent condition
Material: Solid wood
Width: 53 cm
Height: 89 cm
Reference (ID): 1733227
Availability: In stock
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