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A Pair of Scottish Vernacular Oak Joined Chairs, First Half 19th Century, Possibly Northern Isles
Jeckyll & Co
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A Pair of Scottish Vernacular Oak Joined Chairs, First Half 19th Century, Possibly Northern Isles

19th century
For Sale by Jeckyll & Co
Description

A scarce model of appealing size and full of character

Seat height 45cm

Well presented condition overall, some typical general wear. On chair with historic chip to the inside front leg and a smidgeon of 'play' to the frame.

Reliable transport can be easily arranged at cost price throughout the UK. Please let me know if you would like a quote or have ny other questions.

For news and stock updates follow us on Instagram: jeckyllandco

Physical Dimensions
Height
82cm (32.28")
Width
42cm (16.54")
Depth
39cm (15.35")
Declaration

Jeckyll & Co has dated these Scottish Vernacular Oak Chairs to the 19th Century.

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SA1106697
Description
A scarce model of appealing size and full of character

Seat height 45cm

Well presented condition overall, some typical general wear. On chair with historic chip to the inside front leg and a smidgeon of 'play' to the frame.

fig 1. A pair of 19th-century Scottish vernacular oak side chairs featuring vertical back slats, solid wooden seats, and pegged straight legs.
fig 1. A Pair of Scottish Vernacular Oak Joined Chairs, First Half 19th Century, Possibly Northern Isles

Reliable transport can be easily arranged at cost price throughout the UK. Please let me know if you would like a quote or have ny other questions.

For news and stock updates follow us on Instagram: jeckyllandco

Height
82cm (32.28")
Width
42cm (16.54")
Depth
39cm (15.35")
Date of Manufacture

Jeckyll & Co has dated these Scottish Vernacular Oak Chairs to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1106697
Jeckyll & Co
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2022

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Archive I A pair of 19th-century Scottish vernacular oak side chairs featuring vertical back slats, solid wooden seats, and pegged straight legs.

A pair of Scottish vernacular oak joined chairs, first half 19th century, possibly Northern Isles

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A pair of 19th-century Scottish vernacular oak side chairs featuring vertical back slats, solid wooden seats, and pegged straight legs.
A pair of Scottish vernacular oak joined chairs, first half 19th century, possibly Northern Isles
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Scottish vernacular furniture refers to regionally produced items crafted by local wrights using traditional methods and locally available or imported timber. These pieces prioritise functional simplicity, sturdy mortise and tenon joinery, and unadorned forms designed for practical everyday use.

Joined chairs were constructed using mortise and tenon joints held together with wooden pegs or dowels rather than metal fasteners or modern adhesives. Oak was selected for its structural density, with frames featuring hand-planed surfaces, solid seat boards, and robust stretchers connecting the legs.

Authentic period pieces demonstrate signs of hand-tooling, such as irregular plane marks or wooden peg protrusions, alongside natural wear patterns on the stretchers and seat edges. The specific proportions, regional variations in back-slat design, and original pegged construction distinguish historical examples from modern reproductions.

Vernacular oak chairs can be positioned alongside a minimalist timber dining table to create visual contrast in contemporary spaces. They also function effectively as standalone accent seating in a hallway, bedroom corner, or study, pairing well with neutral linen textiles.

Keep oak seating away from direct heat sources and extreme humidity fluctuations to prevent wood shrinkage or splitting. Dust regularly with a dry cloth and apply a thin layer of natural beeswax paste annually to nourish the wood surface and preserve the patination.
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