This is a very satisfying example of the classic Welsh stick chair in native ash and oak, with a bold crest rail above a stick back with a two-piece armrest with four turned supports, over a thick chamfered seat raised on four outward-splayed legs with turned bases and united by an H-stretcher, the central one turned (and very worn!). This is a good collector''s example, with several layers of historical paint which are largely worn through on the seat, back and armrest, giving the much sought-after effect of an accumulated surface finish.Wonderful surface patination, Carmarthenshire, circa 1760.(Slightly worn to one side, giving a lean; very old repair to the base of the front right-hand leg))See ''Welsh Furniture 1250-1950: A Cultural History of Craftsmanship and Design'' for similar examples and an account of the traditionHeight: 37.75ins; 96 cms.Seat Height: 15 ins; 38 cms.Width at front of seat: 21ins; 53.5 cms.Depth of seat: 13.50 ins; 34.25 cms....