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Lovely 18th Century Oak 'Westmoreland' Lawn Chair
Christopher Tombs Antiques Ltd
for sale €1,398     $1,518
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Lovely 18th Century Oak 'Westmoreland' Lawn Chair

18th century
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Lovely 18th Century Oak 'Westmoreland' Lawn Chair

This chair has a two tier back each with turned vertical spindles and pierced shaped top rail. Two curved arm supports, four square legs united by stretchers and lawn rails.

These chairs are also known as Lancaster chairs, and are known to originate in the North Country. Also known as “Drunkard’s Chairs”, because of their exceptionally wide and low seats.

Reference plate LVIB, page 126, The English Chair, Its History and Evolution, M. Harris & Sons 1937.

Measurements are: Height: 89cm X Depth: 49cm X Width: 49cm

Beautiful example and will look lovely in the home.

Delivery to any UK address is included in the price.

If you would like any further information please do not hesitate to contact us.

Thank you for looking

Regards

Chris

Physical Dimensions
Height
89cm (35.04")
Width
49cm (19.29")
Depth
49cm (19.29")
Declaration

Christopher Tombs Antiques Ltd has dated this Antique Oak Lawn Chair to the 18th Century.

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SA1147503
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00003
Description
Lovely 18th Century Oak 'Westmoreland' Lawn Chair

This chair has a two tier back each with turned vertical spindles and pierced shaped top rail. Two curved arm supports, four square legs united by stretchers and lawn rails.

fig 1. An eighteenth-century dark oak armchair featuring turned back spindles, a carved top rail, sled runners, and a floral upholstered seat cushion.
fig 1. Lovely 18th Century Oak 'Westmoreland' Lawn Chair

These chairs are also known as Lancaster chairs, and are known to originate in the North Country. Also known as “Drunkard’s Chairs”, because of their exceptionally wide and low seats.

Reference plate LVIB, page 126, The English Chair, Its History and Evolution, M. Harris & Sons 1937.

fig 2. An eighteenth-century dark oak armchair featuring turned back spindles, a carved top rail, sled runners, and a floral upholstered seat cushion.
fig 2. Lovely 18th Century Oak 'Westmoreland' Lawn Chair

Measurements are: Height: 89cm X Depth: 49cm X Width: 49cm

Beautiful example and will look lovely in the home.

Delivery to any UK address is included in the price.

If you would like any further information please do not hesitate to contact us.

Thank you for looking

Regards

Chris

Height
89cm (35.04")
Width
49cm (19.29")
Depth
49cm (19.29")
Date of Manufacture

Christopher Tombs Antiques Ltd has dated this Antique Oak Lawn Chair to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1147503
Dealers Internal Ref
00003
Christopher Tombs Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2010
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Archive I An eighteenth-century dark oak armchair featuring turned back spindles, a carved top rail, sled runners, and a floral upholstered seat cushion.

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Northwick Business Centre
Blockley
Gloucestershire
GL56 9RF
United Kingdom
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An eighteenth-century dark oak armchair featuring turned back spindles, a carved top rail, sled runners, and a floral upholstered seat cushion.
Lovely 18th Century Oak 'Westmoreland' Lawn Chair
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Originating in northern England during the eighteenth century, Westmorland chairs were regional vernacular seating designed with broad sledge runners or sled feet. Despite the modern term lawn chair, these pieces were intended for indoor domestic use within farmhouse hearths and rustic interiors.

These chairs were typically constructed from solid native English oak using pegged mortise and tenon joinery. Design elements frequently included turned spindles, carved crest rails, contoured armrests, and sledge bases for stability on uneven stone floors.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-planed timber surfaces, irregular wooden pegs, and natural oxidisation within the grain. Evidence of historic wear on the lower runners and shrinkage in the oak joints also indicate genuine period construction.

A dark oak armchair serves as a grounding accent piece when placed alongside contemporary minimalist upholstery or neutral wall palettes. The juxtaposition of historic carved woodwork and modern textiles creates depth within eclectic or traditional schemes.

Preserve the original finish by dusting regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and applying a clear beeswax polish once or twice a year. Keep the item away from direct heat sources and excessive moisture to prevent timber shrinkage or splitting.
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