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Oak Captains Desk Chair

1920 - 1940
Sold 1 September 2024 · Antique Furniture Direct
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An oak and beech desk chair or captains chair. With shaped arms and a curved top rail over eight spindles, with a scalloped saddle seat and tapered legs united by cross stretchers. In a beautifully figured solid oak and beech, very solid and sturdy, it would make a very stylish desk chair. The back is stamped with the “two cheese” marks; the logo for the Utility Furniture Advisory Committee.

Construction/Wood:

Oak / Beech

Condition Report:

Good colour and patina. Solid and sturdy. Wear and marks commensurate with age.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 55cm

Depth: 48cm

Height to seat: 44cm

Height to Arms: 71cm

Height: 77cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
77cm (30.31")
Width
55cm (21.65")
Depth
48cm (18.90")
Declaration

Antique Furniture Direct has dated this Oak Captain Chair to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1087291
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An oak and beech desk chair or captains chair.
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With shaped arms and a curved top rail over eight spindles, with a scalloped saddle seat and tapered legs united by cross stretchers.
Antique Furniture Direct

In a beautifully figured solid oak and beech, very solid and sturdy, it would make a very stylish desk chair. The back is stamped with the “two cheese” marks; the logo for the Utility Furniture Advisory Committee.

fig 1. An antique wooden captain chair made of oak featuring a curved backrest, spindle supports, and four turned legs.
fig 1. Oak Captains Desk Chair

Construction/Wood:

Oak / Beech

Condition Report:

Good colour and patina. Solid and sturdy. Wear and marks commensurate with age.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 55cm

Depth: 48cm

Height to seat: 44cm

Height to Arms: 71cm

Height: 77cm

Height
77cm (30.31")
Width
55cm (21.65")
Depth
48cm (18.90")
Date of Manufacture

Antique Furniture Direct has dated this Oak Captain Chair to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1087291
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An antique wooden captain chair made of oak featuring a curved backrest, spindle supports, and four turned legs.
Oak Captains Desk Chair
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An antique wooden captain chair made of oak featuring a curved backrest, spindle supports, and four turned legs.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleTraditional
  • MaterialOak
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsCurved back rail, Spindle supports, Turned legs, Saddled seat
  • SizeH 77 cm (30 in) x W 55 cm (22 in) x D 48 cm (19 in)

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Captain chairs originated in the 18th and 19th centuries, commonly utilised in offices, studies, and aboard ships due to their sturdy construction and enveloping curved backrests.

These chairs are traditionally crafted from solid hardwoods such as oak, elm, or mahogany, featuring steam-bent arm rails, spindle supports, and mortise and tenon joinery.

Authentication involves inspecting the wood grain for natural ageing, checking for hand-cut joinery, examining fasteners for period-appropriate manufacture, and observing wear patterns consistent with age.

An antique wooden captain chair functions effectively as a desk chair in a modern home office or as a contrasting accent piece paired with a sleek, minimalist dining table.

Preservation requires keeping the wood away from direct sunlight and heat sources, dusting regularly with a soft cloth, and occasionally applying natural beeswax to nourish the finish.
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