Sold 23 August 2025 · Hand of Glory

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Description

A 19th century ash and elm hoop and comb back elbow chair with saddle seat, on turned legs united by an H-stretcher.

102cm high x 55cm wide x 47cm deep. The seat 43cm high.

Physical Dimensions

Height

102cm (40.16")

Width

55cm (21.65")

Depth

47cm (18.50")

Declaration

Hand of Glory has dated this Antique Windsor Armchair to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1159817

Dealers Internal Reference

SKU00000913

Description

A 19th century ash and elm hoop and comb back elbow chair with saddle seat, on turned legs united by an H-stretcher.

102cm high x 55cm wide x 47cm deep. The seat 43cm high.

Physical Dimensions

Height

102cm (40.16")

Width

55cm (21.65")

Depth

47cm (18.50")

Date of Manufacture

Hand of Glory has dated this Antique Windsor Armchair to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1159817

Dealers Internal Ref

SKU00000913

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Hand of Glory

Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2012

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A dark brown 19th-century wooden comb back Windsor armchair featuring a curved spindle back and a sculpted solid timber seat.

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Location

Hand of Glory Antiques
34 Market Place
Chippenham
Wiltshire
SN15 3HP
United Kingdom

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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectArmchairs
Period18th century
StyleEnglish Country
MaterialAsh, Elm
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsComb back cresting, Slender vertical spindles, Saddled elm seat, Turned legs with stretchers
SizeH 102 cm (40 in) x W 55 cm (22 in) x D 47 cm (19 in)

FAQs

Windsor chairs originated in England during the early 18th century, developing from vernacular furniture traditions where spindles were inserted directly into a solid wooden seat.

They were typically constructed using a combination of timbers, featuring strong ash for bentwood bows and spindles, combined with a thick, sculpted elm seat for stability and comfort.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-turned components, tool marks on the adzed seat, wedge-tenon joinery, and natural patina resulting from decades of wear.

These chairs provide sculptural contrast when paired with minimalist modern dining tables or used as a standalone accent piece in a contemporary sitting room.

Preserve the wood by keeping the item away from direct heat sources and sunlight, applying traditional beeswax periodically to nourish the surface.