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18th Century George III Period Elm Country House Armchair, C1790
Anthony Short Antiques
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18th Century George III Period Elm Country House Armchair, C1790

18th century
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An Exceptional Late 18th-century Georgian Elm Country Carver Armchair, circa 1790

This handsome country chair is crafted from solid elm and features a shaped top rail, three splat and ball back, and swept open arms with scrolling terminals and turned supports. The solid plank seat, with a height of 43cm, is raised on square legs joined by stretchers to all four sides, ensuring strength and stability.

Of particular note is the traditional pegged construction: the frame is made using mortise and tenon joints secured with pegs, exactly as expected of fine Georgian craftsmanship. The elm has developed a rich, warm and mellow patina over more than three centuries of careful use and polishing, giving the piece real depth of character. Professionally cleaned and waxed in our workshops, this armchair is in excellent colour and condition. Solid, stable and ready for immediate use.

Made in England circa 1790, this is a highly decorative yet practical example of early elm country house furniture. Equally at home in a period interior or as a striking contrast in a contemporary setting, it is a true collector’s piece with charm, presence and quality.

Height 90cm (35.4in)

Width 51cm (20.1in)

Depth 50cm (19.7in)

Physical Dimensions
Height
90cm (35.43")
Width
51cm (20.08")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Declaration

Anthony Short Antiques has dated this George III Elm Armchair to the 18th Century.

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SA1199217
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1450
Description
An Exceptional Late 18th-century Georgian Elm Country Carver Armchair, circa 1790
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This handsome country chair is crafted from solid elm and features a shaped top rail, three splat and ball back, and swept open arms with scrolling terminals and turned supports.
Anthony Short Antiques

The solid plank seat, with a height of 43cm, is raised on square legs joined by stretchers to all four sides, ensuring strength and stability.

fig 1. An 18th-century George III elm country armchair featuring a solid timber seat, curved arms, vertical back splats, and square legs.
fig 1. 18th Century George III Period Elm Country House Armchair, C1790

Of particular note is the traditional pegged construction: the frame is made using mortise and tenon joints secured with pegs, exactly as expected of fine Georgian craftsmanship. The elm has developed a rich, warm and mellow patina over more than three centuries of careful use and polishing, giving the piece real depth of character. Professionally cleaned and waxed in our workshops, this armchair is in excellent colour and condition. Solid, stable and ready for immediate use.

fig 2. An 18th-century George III elm country armchair featuring a solid timber seat, curved arms, vertical back splats, and square legs.
fig 2. 18th Century George III Period Elm Country House Armchair, C1790

Made in England circa 1790, this is a highly decorative yet practical example of early elm country house furniture. Equally at home in a period interior or as a striking contrast in a contemporary setting, it is a true collector’s piece with charm, presence and quality.

Height 90cm (35.4in)

Width 51cm (20.1in)

Depth 50cm (19.7in)

Height
90cm (35.43")
Width
51cm (20.08")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Date of Manufacture

Anthony Short Antiques has dated this George III Elm Armchair to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1199217
Dealers Internal Ref
1450
Anthony Short Antiques
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An 18th-century George III elm country armchair featuring a solid timber seat, curved arms, vertical back splats, and square legs.
18TH CENTURY GEORGE III PERIOD ELM COUNTRY HOUSE ARMCHAIR, C1790
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An 18th-century George III elm country armchair featuring a solid timber seat, curved arms, vertical back splats, and square legs.
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Produced during the reign of King George III from 1760 to 1820, country chairs were crafted by regional joiners using native hardwoods. They adapted urban designs into sturdy, functional seating suited for provincial homes.

English regional furniture makers primarily utilised local timber such as elm, oak, ash, and beech. Elm was favoured for solid plank seats due to its resistance to splitting, while oak or ash provided structural strength for frames.

Authentic pieces display hand-planed surfaces, pegged mortise-and-tenon joints, and subtle wood shrinkage over time. Look for wear patterns on stretchers and lower legs consistent with long-term footrest placement.

Position the chair as an accent piece alongside contemporary upholstery to create textural contrast. It functions effectively in a study alongside a desk, in a hallway, or paired with neutral textiles in a living room.

Dust regularly with a soft, dry cloth and apply a clear beeswax polish annually to protect the timber surface. Keep the item clear of direct radiator heat and damp environments to prevent warping.
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