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Antique Glastonbury Chair, Welsh Oak, Gothic Revival Elbow Seat, Victorian, 1880
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Antique Glastonbury Chair, Welsh Oak, Gothic Revival Elbow Seat, Victorian, 1880

19th century
Description

This is an antique Glastonbury chair. A Welsh, oak ecclesiastical elbow seat with Gothic overtones, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1880.

A classic provincial example of the striking Glastonbury chair

Displays a desirable aged patina and good order throughout

Superb oak stocks show fine grain interest and deep caramel hues

Fascinating profile with bold arms and robust, domed peg joints

Eye-catching seat back with a shaped and engraved top over a relief carved rest

Displaying Gothic overtones, the carved panel presents arcading and diamond motif

Distinctive arms with exaggerated form and terminating in prominent shaped knuckles

Flat seat recessed gently inside the frame at a comfortable height of 42.5cm (16.75”)

Standing upon a quartet of dramatic stile legs, in eye-catching X-form

This is a delightful antique Glastonbury chair with Gothic revival overtones and exceptional figuring. Presents a distinctive appearance and of superb Welsh craftsmanship. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 66cm (26'')

Max Depth: 59.5cm (23.5'')

Max Height: 99cm (39'')

Seat Width: 56.5cm (22.25'')

Seat Depth: 39cm (15.25'')

Seat Height: 42.5cm (16.75'')

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We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.

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Our Ref: 24940

Physical Dimensions
Height
99cm (38.98")
Width
66cm (25.98")
Depth
59.5cm (23.43")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this Gothic Revival Glastonbury Chair to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1114580
Dealers Internal Reference
24940
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Description
This is an antique Glastonbury chair.
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A Welsh, oak ecclesiastical elbow seat with Gothic overtones, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1880.
London Fine Antiques

A classic provincial example of the striking Glastonbury chair

fig 1. A carved dark oak Glastonbury armchair featuring an X-shaped frame, curved armrests, and arched relief carving on the backrest.
fig 1. Antique Glastonbury Chair, Welsh Oak, Gothic Revival Elbow Seat, Victorian, 1880

Displays a desirable aged patina and good order throughout

Superb oak stocks show fine grain interest and deep caramel hues

Fascinating profile with bold arms and robust, domed peg joints

Eye-catching seat back with a shaped and engraved top over a relief carved rest

fig 2. A carved dark oak Glastonbury armchair featuring an X-shaped frame, curved armrests, and arched relief carving on the backrest.
fig 2. Antique Glastonbury Chair, Welsh Oak, Gothic Revival Elbow Seat, Victorian, 1880

Displaying Gothic overtones, the carved panel presents arcading and diamond motif

Distinctive arms with exaggerated form and terminating in prominent shaped knuckles

Flat seat recessed gently inside the frame at a comfortable height of 42.5cm (16.75”)

fig 3. A carved dark oak Glastonbury armchair featuring an X-shaped frame, curved armrests, and arched relief carving on the backrest.
fig 3. Antique Glastonbury Chair, Welsh Oak, Gothic Revival Elbow Seat, Victorian, 1880

Standing upon a quartet of dramatic stile legs, in eye-catching X-form

This is a delightful antique Glastonbury chair with Gothic revival overtones and exceptional figuring. Presents a distinctive appearance and of superb Welsh craftsmanship. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

fig 4. A carved dark oak Glastonbury armchair featuring an X-shaped frame, curved armrests, and arched relief carving on the backrest.
fig 4. Antique Glastonbury Chair, Welsh Oak, Gothic Revival Elbow Seat, Victorian, 1880

Dimensions:

Max Width: 66cm (26'')

Max Depth: 59.5cm (23.5'')

Max Height: 99cm (39'')

Seat Width: 56.5cm (22.25'')

Seat Depth: 39cm (15.25'')

Seat Height: 42.5cm (16.75'')

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.

fig 5. A carved dark oak Glastonbury armchair featuring an X-shaped frame, curved armrests, and arched relief carving on the backrest.
fig 5. Antique Glastonbury Chair, Welsh Oak, Gothic Revival Elbow Seat, Victorian, 1880

We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.

Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.

Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment.

Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.

Our Ref: 24940

Height
99cm (38.98")
Width
66cm (25.98")
Depth
59.5cm (23.43")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Gothic Revival Glastonbury Chair to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1114580
Dealers Internal Ref
24940
London Fine Antiques
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A carved dark oak Glastonbury armchair featuring an X-shaped frame, curved armrests, and arched relief carving on the backrest.
Antique Glastonbury Chair, Welsh Oak, Gothic Revival Elbow Seat, Victorian, 1880
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The Glastonbury chair is a form of wooden armchair with a distinctive X-shaped frame and sloping backrest. The design originated from a 16th-century chair belonging to the Abbot of Glastonbury and experienced a major resurgence during the 19th-century Gothic Revival period.

These chairs are traditionally constructed from solid oak or walnut using joinery techniques such as pegged tenon joints and mortises. They typically feature deep relief carving on the backrest representing ecclesiastical or medieval architectural motifs.

Authentic period pieces exhibit crisp hand-carved detailing, pegged construction along the X-frame legs, natural wear on the armrests, and genuine patination across the wood surface consistent with age.

Place the chair as a standalone accent piece in a hallway, library, or living area to create contrast. Complement the dark timber with modern textiles, neutral wall paint, or contemporary artwork.

Dust the wood regularly with a dry, soft cloth and apply a coat of beeswax polish once or twice a year to preserve the moisture content of the timber. Avoid placing the item near direct heat sources or in overly damp environments.
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