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A Harlequin Pair of Low-back 19th-century Oak and Elm Windsor Chairs
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A Harlequin Pair of Low-back 19th-century Oak and Elm Windsor Chairs

19th century
Sold 5 April 2026 · M Cross Antiques
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A charming and comfortable harlequin pair of 19th-century low-back oak and elm Windsor chairs. Probably originating from Lincolnshire or Nottinghamshire.

One chair with a vase-shaped pierced splat, a solid saddle seat, raised on turned legs and united by a double H stretcher. The other has a solid saddle seat and a spindle back and is raised on turned legs united by an H-frame stretcher.

The overall condition of both chairs is very good, with no loose joints and a beautiful, gently worn patina.

Physical Dimensions
Height
92.5cm (36.42")
Width
56cm (22.05")
Depth
39cm (15.35")
Declaration

M Cross Antiques has dated these Antique Windsor Chairs to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1179049
Dealers Internal Reference
663
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A charming and comfortable harlequin pair of 19th-century low-back oak and elm Windsor chairs. Probably originating from Lincolnshire or Nottinghamshire.
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One chair with a vase-shaped pierced splat, a solid saddle seat, raised on turned legs and united by a double H stretcher.
M Cross Antiques

The other has a solid saddle seat and a spindle back and is raised on turned legs united by an H-frame stretcher.

The overall condition of both chairs is very good, with no loose joints and a beautiful, gently worn patina.

Height
92.5cm (36.42")
Width
56cm (22.05")
Depth
39cm (15.35")
Date of Manufacture

M Cross Antiques has dated these Antique Windsor Chairs to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1179049
Dealers Internal Ref
663
M Cross Antiques
M Cross Antiques
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We specialise in period furniture, decorative antiques and artwork.

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A harlequin pair of 19th-century low-back wooden Windsor armchairs featuring carved saddle seats and spindle backs.
A Harlequin Pair of Low-Back 19th-century Oak and Elm Windsor Chairs
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A harlequin pair of 19th-century low-back wooden Windsor armchairs featuring carved saddle seats and spindle backs.
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  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleEnglish Country
  • MaterialOak, Elm
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsSpindle back, Carved saddle seat, Turned legs, Pierced splat
  • SizeH 92.5 cm (36 in) x W 56 cm (22 in) x D 39 cm (15 in)

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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.

Traditional construction typically involves a combination of timbers chosen for specific structural properties, such as elm for the carved saddle seat, ash or oak for the bent parts and legs, and beech or fruitwood for the spindles.

Authentic pieces exhibit period-appropriate joinery such as wedged through-tenons, hand-turned components with minor irregularities, and natural patina, shrinkage cracks, and wear consistent with age.

These items provide organic warmth and textural contrast when juxtaposed against contemporary minimalist dining tables or used as standalone accent seating in a study.

Preservation requires maintaining stable indoor humidity levels away from direct heat sources and occasionally nourishing the timber with traditional beeswax to protect the finish.
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