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Georgian Late 18th Century Elm and Walnut Country Chair (George III Hall Dining Kitchen Side Quirky Wonky)
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Georgian Late 18th Century Elm and Walnut Country Chair (George III Hall Dining Kitchen Side Quirky Wonky)

18th century
Sold 29 July 2025 · Leeds Antiques
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Description

A Georgian period elm country chair, dating from the late 18th century. Walnut panel back slat. Solid elm frame with well figured plank seat.

Quality totally original chair without damage or repair. The frame has aged and naturally warped, giving the chair a quirky appearance and lots of charm. Very well presented and ready for use.

Dimensions:

This chair measures approximately 88.5 cm (34.875") tall, 47 cm (18.5") wide, and 42.5 cm (16.75") deep. The seat height is approximately 44.5 cm (17.5").

Condition:

Please see the pictures for details of the items condition. - This chair is in a good totally original condition and are structurally sound and sturdy. There are some minor marks, blemishes and wear on the frame. No loose joints. No obvious signs of repair or damage. A few historic and now extinct old worm holes, typical of old elm, which have been treated by way of precaution, and do not affect the sturdiness of the chairs on any way. The chair has aged and naturall warped, but is still structurally sound and the joints are tight. Lovely aged patina, good colour and pleasing wax polish throughout. This chairs has been through the workshop and have been sensitively cleaned and waxed, and are very much ready to be used. - As with all vintage & antique furniture there will be signs of use, marks, wear & tear, etc.

Physical Dimensions
Height
88.5cm (34.84")
Width
47cm (18.50")
Depth
42.5cm (16.73")
Declaration

Leeds Antiques has dated this Georgian Elm Dining Chair to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1153170
Dealers Internal Reference
LA01000118
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Description
A Georgian period elm country chair, dating from the late 18th century. Walnut panel back slat. Solid elm frame with well figured plank seat.

Quality totally original chair without damage or repair. The frame has aged and naturally warped, giving the chair a quirky appearance and lots of charm. Very well presented and ready for use.

fig 1. An antique wooden chair featuring a solid elm seat, a panelled backrest, and straight legs reinforced with stretchers.
fig 1. Georgian Late 18th Century Elm and Walnut Country Chair (George III Hall Dining Kitchen Side Quirky Wonky)

Dimensions:

This chair measures approximately 88.5 cm (34.875") tall, 47 cm (18.5") wide, and 42.5 cm (16.75") deep. The seat height is approximately 44.5 cm (17.5").

Condition:

Please see the pictures for details of the items condition. - This chair is in a good totally original condition and are structurally sound and sturdy. There are some minor marks, blemishes and wear on the frame. No loose joints. No obvious signs of repair or damage.

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A few historic and now extinct old worm holes, typical of old elm, which have been treated by way of precaution, and do not affect the sturdiness of the chairs on any way.
Leeds Antiques

The chair has aged and naturall warped, but is still structurally sound and the joints are tight. Lovely aged patina, good colour and pleasing wax polish throughout. This chairs has been through the workshop and have been sensitively cleaned and waxed, and are very much ready to be used. - As with all vintage & antique furniture there will be signs of use, marks, wear & tear, etc.

Height
88.5cm (34.84")
Width
47cm (18.50")
Depth
42.5cm (16.73")
Date of Manufacture

Leeds Antiques has dated this Georgian Elm Dining Chair to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1153170
Dealers Internal Ref
LA01000118
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Archive I An antique wooden chair featuring a solid elm seat, a panelled backrest, and straight legs reinforced with stretchers. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Georgian Late 18th Century Elm and Walnut Country Chair (George III Hall Dining Kitchen Side Quirky Wonky)

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An antique wooden chair featuring a solid elm seat, a panelled backrest, and straight legs reinforced with stretchers.
Georgian Late 18th Century Elm and Walnut Country Chair (George III Hall Dining Kitchen Side Quirky Wonky)
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDining Chairs
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian Country
  • MaterialElm, Walnut
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsSolid timber slab seat, Panelled back rail, H-stretcher base
  • SizeH 88.5 cm (35 in) x W 47 cm (19 in) x D 42.5 cm (17 in)

FAQs

The George III era spanned from 1760 to 1820, characterised by a transition from heavier walnut and oak structures to lighter, more refined designs often utilizing local timbers like elm and ash for regional country pieces.

Makers typically employed native British hardwoods, frequently combining elm for durable, figured seats with ash, oak, or walnut for structural frames, legs, and spindles.

Authentication involves inspecting hand-cut joinery such as pegged mortise and tenon joints, tool marks from adzes or drawknives on solid timber seats, and natural patina resulting from centuries of wear.

Integrating an antique timber chair into modern spaces works effectively by pairing it with minimalist dining tables or using it as a standalone accent piece in a hallway or bedroom to add historical contrast.

Preservation requires maintaining stable indoor humidity levels, avoiding direct sunlight to prevent timber shrinkage, and occasionally feeding the wood with microcrystalline wax rather than modern silicone polishes.
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