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Scottish Oak Chapel Throne Chair
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
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Scottish Oak Chapel Throne Chair

1900 - 1920
Description

An impressive early 20th-century oak chapel throne chair, formerly of Caputh Parish Church, Perthshire, crafted in the Gothic Revival style. The tall back is carved with three pointed-arch panels, drawing inspiration from Gothic church architecture, while the open arms and square seat give the piece a strong, a commanding presence. The chair stands on robust supports united by an H-shaped stretcher, ensuring excellent stability. A striking and well-proportioned ecclesiastical chair with superb social-history interest, presented in very good condition and rich with character.

Seat height=51cm (20")

Physical Dimensions
Height
121cm (47.64")
Width
62cm (24.41")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Declaration

Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors has dated this Gothic Oak Throne Chair to the 1920s.

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SA1205979
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SAI4137
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An impressive early 20th-century oak chapel throne chair, formerly of Caputh Parish Church, Perthshire, crafted in the Gothic Revival style.
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The tall back is carved with three pointed-arch panels, drawing inspiration from Gothic church architecture, while the open arms and square seat give the piece a strong, a commanding presence.
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors

The chair stands on robust supports united by an H-shaped stretcher, ensuring excellent stability. A striking and well-proportioned ecclesiastical chair with superb social-history interest, presented in very good condition and rich with character.

Seat height=51cm (20")

Height
121cm (47.64")
Width
62cm (24.41")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Date of Manufacture

Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors has dated this Gothic Oak Throne Chair to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1205979
Dealers Internal Ref
SAI4137
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2017

A family run business , second generation of antique dealers est 1977 with 3 warehouses over 6000 sq ft

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors Profile Page

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Archive I A solid oak throne chair featuring a high back decorated with three carved gothic lancet arches, straight armrests, and turned front legs joined by lower stretchers.

Scottish Oak Chapel Throne Chair

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A solid oak throne chair featuring a high back decorated with three carved gothic lancet arches, straight armrests, and turned front legs joined by lower stretchers.
Scottish Oak Chapel Throne Chair
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A solid oak throne chair featuring a high back decorated with three carved gothic lancet arches, straight armrests, and turned front legs joined by lower stretchers.
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Gothic Revival seating incorporates architectural motifs from medieval Europe, including pointed lancet arches, carved tracery, and heavy timber framing. Popularised during the nineteenth century, these pieces emphasise vertical proportions and structural woodwork inspired by ecclesiastical design.

Chapel and throne chairs are traditionally constructed from solid hardwoods, predominantly native oak, using traditional joinery methods such as mortise and tenon joints. Construction often features carved back panels, sturdy perimeter stretchers, and square-cut legs to ensure structural stability.

Authentic pieces feature sharp or hand-carved gothic tracery, quarter-sawn oak displaying prominent medullary rays, and age-appropriate surface patination. Original construction often displays pegged joints and honest woodworking techniques without modern concealed fixings.

An oak throne chair serves as an architectural statement piece when placed individually in an entry hall, stair landing, or study. Pairing the structured wooden form with neutral walls or modern minimalist artwork highlights the sculptural silhouette of the carved back.

Maintain solid oak by dusting regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and applying a neutral beeswax polish annually to protect the grain. Keep the item away from direct heat sources and high humidity to prevent timber movement or cracking.
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