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George 2nd Fruitwood Sgabello Hall Chair
Carse Antiques
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George 2nd Fruitwood Sgabello Hall Chair

18th century
For Sale by Carse Antiques
Description

Fine and Rare George 2nd FRUITWOOD Sgabello design hall chair in very good original condition. I don't think I have ever seen one of these in fruitwood before, oak, mahogany and walnut yes but not fruitwood. The chair is a lovely shape and is a gorgeous colour with original patination and waxed finish. The chair is in very good condition with no damage and is perfectly solid.

Shame there isn't a pair !!!!!!!

SIZE; 15" wide by 19" deep by 38" high. Seat height is 18"

CIRCA; 1740 - 1760

Physical Dimensions
Height
97cm (38.19")
Width
38cm (14.96")
Depth
48cm (18.90")
Declaration

Carse Antiques has dated this Georgian Fruitwood Hall Chair to the 18th Century.

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Description
Fine and Rare George 2nd FRUITWOOD Sgabello design hall chair in very good original condition.
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I don't think I have ever seen one of these in fruitwood before, oak, mahogany and walnut yes but not fruitwood.
Carse Antiques

The chair is a lovely shape and is a gorgeous colour with original patination and waxed finish. The chair is in very good condition with no damage and is perfectly solid.

Shame there isn't a pair !!!!!!!

SIZE; 15" wide by 19" deep by 38" high. Seat height is 18"

CIRCA; 1740 - 1760

Height
97cm (38.19")
Width
38cm (14.96")
Depth
48cm (18.90")
Date of Manufacture

Carse Antiques has dated this Georgian Fruitwood Hall Chair to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1070508
Carse Antiques
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An eighteenth-century George II fruitwood sgabello hall chair with a shaped cartouche back, circular recessed seat, and carved slab trestle base.
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Archive I An eighteenth-century George II fruitwood sgabello hall chair with a shaped cartouche back, circular recessed seat, and carved slab trestle base.

George 2nd Fruitwood Sgabello Hall Chair

Archive II An eighteenth-century George II fruitwood sgabello hall chair with a shaped cartouche back, circular recessed seat, and carved slab trestle base. View II
Archive III An eighteenth-century George II fruitwood sgabello hall chair with a shaped cartouche back, circular recessed seat, and carved slab trestle base. View III
Archive IV An eighteenth-century George II fruitwood sgabello hall chair with a shaped cartouche back, circular recessed seat, and carved slab trestle base. View IV
Archive V An eighteenth-century George II fruitwood sgabello hall chair with a shaped cartouche back, circular recessed seat, and carved slab trestle base. View V
Archive VI An eighteenth-century George II fruitwood sgabello hall chair with a shaped cartouche back, circular recessed seat, and carved slab trestle base. View VI
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Carse Antiques
Telephone 01821 670 770 or 07734 345 652
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The Mill Room
Rait Antique Centre
Rait
Perthshire
PH2 7RT
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An eighteenth-century George II fruitwood sgabello hall chair with a shaped cartouche back, circular recessed seat, and carved slab trestle base.
George 2nd Fruitwood Sgabello Hall Chair
Ref: SA1070508
An eighteenth-century George II fruitwood sgabello hall chair with a shaped cartouche back, circular recessed seat, and carved slab trestle base.
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A sgabello is a decorative form of portable chair originating in Renaissance Italy, defined by a solid carved backrest and slab legs. During the eighteenth century, British cabinetmakers adapted this design into timber hall seating intended for entrance foyers and corridors.

Georgian hall chairs were commonly constructed from dense hardwoods such as mahogany, oak, walnut, or native fruitwoods like cherry and pear. These timbers provided durability and allowed for detailed carving and polished surface finishes.

Authentic eighteenth-century examples exhibit historical construction details including hand-cut joinery, natural timber shrinkage along grain lines, and subtle wear to structural joints. They feature hand-carved back splats, solid slab legs, and recessed wooden seats made without modern machine precision.

Position the chair individually in an entryway, hallway, or landing area as a sculptural focal point. It integrates well alongside minimalist backdrops, natural stone flooring, or modern artwork to accentuate its architectural silhouette.

Dust regularly with a dry, lint-free cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice annually to preserve the timber patina. Keep the item away from direct heat sources and rapid humidity fluctuations to prevent cracking or warping.
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