Georgian Walnut Ribbon Chair 18th Century

Name: Georgian Walnut Ribbon Back Chair
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1146341
Price: 365 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectDining Chairs
Period18th century
StyleGeorgian
MaterialWalnut, Textile
ColourDark Brown
MotifsRibbon splat, Carved crest rail, H-stretcher, Striped upholstery
SizeH 95 cm (37 in) x W 51 cm (20 in) x D 46 cm (18 in)

This Georgian dining chair follows a traditional English Country House aesthetic, constructed from dark brown walnut with a warm patina. The tall backrest incorporates an intricately carved ribbon splat and a carved crest rail above straight uprights, while the H-stretcher between the legs provides structural support. A padded seat features silk textile upholstery in gold and red vertical stripes, complementing the dark timber frame. The George III walnut chair measures 95 cm high, 51 cm wide, and 46 cm deep. Suitable for placement around a dining table or as a decorative single chair in a living space, the piece is structurally sound and ready for daily home use.

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A Georgian ribbon back chair is a seating design popularised during the 18th century, characterised by an intricately pierced and carved back splat resembling intertwined ribbons, frequently associated with Thomas Chippendale patterns.

These chairs were predominantly crafted from solid dark hardwoods such as walnut or mahogany, featuring traditional mortise and tenon joinery and drop-in upholstered seats.

Authentic period pieces display evidence of hand-carving with subtle asymmetrical variations, period joinery methods such as hand-cut mortise and tenons, and natural wear along the stretchers and lower legs.

This style functions well as a single accent chair beside a writing desk, within an entryway, or as part of a mixed-period dining arrangement to contrast with minimalist furniture.

Dust the timber regularly with a dry, soft cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish annually to maintain the surface finish, keeping the piece away from direct heat sources and damp environments.

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