Dickinsons Antiques has dated this piece to the Georgian era.
The wood to which they refer is not the small yellow-flowered tree found so commonly
in suburban gardens throughout England, but a much larger species, Cytisus Alpinus, which
thrives in Scotland and was perhaps the most highly prized amongst the more unusual
cabinet- and chair-making woods.
For further reading on the use of Laburnum please see the
Regional Furniture Society's article from 2017. "The Laburnum Tradition in Scotland" by David Jones.
Dickinsons Antiques has dated this piece to the Georgian era.
Dealing in early oak and country furniture since 1958.
You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Dickinsons Antiques Profile Page
Scottish George III Laburnum Armchair of Generous Proportions.
