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Large 18th Century Burr Elm Hand Chair
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Large 18th Century Burr Elm Hand Chair

18th century
Sold 16 February 2025 · Carse Antiques
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Description

Superb large size 18th century Scottish (Chippendale design) solid elm and burr elm veneered hand chair. This is a really nice country Scottish chair with the added unusual feature of a burr elm veneered back. The whole chair is original (apart from a couple of old veneer repairs to the back) and is a gorgeous colour with waxed finish. Drop in seat with needlework cover. Just a really nice example of 18th century Scottish vernacular furniture.

SIZE; 24" wide by 20" deep by 39" high. Seat height is 19"

CIRCA; 1760 - 1780

Physical Dimensions
Height
99cm (38.98")
Width
61cm (24.02")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Declaration

Carse Antiques has dated this Burr Elm Hand Chair to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1087680
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Description
Superb large size 18th century Scottish (Chippendale design) solid elm and burr elm veneered hand chair.
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This is a really nice country Scottish chair with the added unusual feature of a burr elm veneered back.
Carse Antiques

The whole chair is original (apart from a couple of old veneer repairs to the back) and is a gorgeous colour with waxed finish. Drop in seat with needlework cover. Just a really nice example of 18th century Scottish vernacular furniture.

SIZE; 24" wide by 20" deep by 39" high. Seat height is 19"

CIRCA; 1760 - 1780

Height
99cm (38.98")
Width
61cm (24.02")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Date of Manufacture

Carse Antiques has dated this Burr Elm Hand Chair to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1087680
Carse Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2011

Specialists in georgian and earlier furniture

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Archive I An 18th-century burr elm chair featuring an open pierced splat back and a patterned upholstered seat. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Large 18th Century Burr Elm Hand Chair

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Carse Antiques
Telephone 01821 670 770 or 07734 345 652
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Rait Antique Centre
Rait
Perthshire
PH2 7RT
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An 18th-century burr elm chair featuring an open pierced splat back and a patterned upholstered seat.
Large 18th Century Burr Elm Hand Chair
Ref: SA1087680
An 18th-century burr elm chair featuring an open pierced splat back and a patterned upholstered seat.
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  • ObjectChairs
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialBurr Elm, Elm, Textile
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsPierced splat back, Straight legs, H-stretcher, Drop-in upholstered seat
  • SizeH 99 cm (39 in) x W 61 cm (24 in) x D 51 cm (20 in)

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Burr elm furniture gained prominence in Britain during the 18th century, prized by craftsmen for its highly figured grain and durability. Woodworkers utilised the natural growths on elm trees to create distinct decorative patterns on panel elements and chair backs.

These pieces typically combine solid elm frames with burr elm veneers, featuring traditional joinery such as mortise and tenon construction. Upholstered drop-in seats were commonly finished with handcrafted textiles or needlework.

Authentication involves examining timber oxidisation, hand-cut joinery marks, irregular grain patterns, and signs of historical wear consistent with age. Genuine period examples often display hand-planed surfaces and traditional fixings.

An antique chair functions effectively as a statement piece in modern spaces, providing textural contrast against minimalist surroundings. It can be paired with contemporary dining tables or placed as an accent piece in a study.

Preservation requires maintaining stable indoor humidity levels and avoiding direct sunlight to prevent timber shrinkage and veneer cracking. Periodic application of microcrystalline wax helps protect the polished surface without sealing moisture into the wood.
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