Georgian Comb Back Windsor Chair 19th Century

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A dark brown Georgian wooden comb back Windsor armchair featuring vertical back spindles, curved armrests, turned legs, and an H-stretcher.

Georgian comb back Windsor chair

Ref: SA1204186

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ObjectArmchairs
Period19th century
StyleGeorgian Country Vernacular
MaterialElm, Ash, Oak
ColourDark Brown
MotifsComb back cresting, Vertical spindles, Saddle seat, Turned legs
SizeH 110 cm (43 in) x W 62 cm (24 in) x D 44 cm (17 in)

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A comb back Windsor chair features a top crest rail resting across vertical spindles, resembling the teeth of a comb. Originating in 18th-century England, these chairs were crafted by regional woodturners using indigenous hardwoods for functional durability and structural support.

Georgian Windsor chairs typically utilise a combination of native hardwoods, such as a carved elm seat for structural stability, alongside ash, beech, or oak for the turned legs, stretchers, and back spindles.

Authentic 18th-century Windsor chairs display hand-sawn timber marks, wedged-tenon leg joints visible through the top of the seat, and authentic wear patterns on the stretchers and armrests from extended historical use.

Position a Georgian Windsor chair as a standalone accent piece beside a neutral sofa, within an entryway, or paired with a contemporary writing desk to contrast warm timber patination against minimal architectural backgrounds.

Maintain an antique Windsor chair by applying clear beeswax paste periodically to protect the timber surface, keeping the frame away from direct heat sources, and avoiding environments with significant humidity fluctuations.

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Georgian Comb Back Windsor Chair

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