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Description

A stylish and refined country armchair, late nineteenth century. C.1890

Constructed from ash, ebonised and hand painted with chinoiserie decoration.

Possibly by Ernest Gimson, with rush seat.

Seat Height: 40cm

Physical Dimensions

Height

81cm (31.89")

Width

57cm (22.44")

Depth

52cm (20.47")

Declaration

William Carr Antiques has dated this Painted Country Armchair to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1098466

Description

A stylish and refined country armchair, late nineteenth century. C.1890

Constructed from ash, ebonised and hand painted with chinoiserie decoration.

Possibly by Ernest Gimson, with rush seat.

Seat Height: 40cm

Physical Dimensions

Height

81cm (31.89")

Width

57cm (22.44")

Depth

52cm (20.47")

Date of Manufacture

William Carr Antiques has dated this Painted Country Armchair to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1098466

About the Dealer

William Carr Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2022

Lover of all things interesting and extraordinary. Furniture - folk art - english country house.

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Durham
United Kingdom

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ObjectArmchairs
Period19th century
StyleEnglish Country
MaterialWood, Rush
ColourBlack
MotifsLadder back, Woven rush seat, Turned spindles, Painted finish
SizeH 81 cm (32 in) x W 57 cm (22 in) x D 52 cm (20 in)

FAQs

Country ladder-back chairs typically feature horizontal slats across the backrest and woven rush or straw seats, crafted by regional makers for everyday domestic utility.

Construction commonly involved locally sourced hardwoods such as ash, elm, or beech for the frame, combined with woven natural rush or seagrass for the seat.

Authentication relies on examining tool marks, hand-turned components, traditional joinery methods, and the natural wear patterns characteristic of age.

This piece works well as a desk chair or an accent seat, adding textural contrast and historical character to minimalist or eclectic spaces.

Maintain rush seats by keeping them away from excessive moisture and direct sunlight, using a soft brush for dusting to preserve the natural fibres.