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Bruce Talbert (1838-1881) a Carved Oak Hall Chair, in the Manner of Gillows, 1870'S
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Bruce Talbert (1838-1881) a Carved Oak Hall Chair, in the Manner of Gillows, 1870'S

19th century
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Description

Many of Bruce Talbert's designs were executed by Gillows and this chair may well have been made by the firm. The seat rail stamped J. McCluskey, presumably the chair maker and carver, with owner and design registration numbers on the front and back rails.

The hand-carved finials are much more labour intensive than more typical turned equivalents and suggest a specific one-off commsion rather than a more widely produced production design.

Well presented and structurally sound, minor chips to extremities of the back legs

Reliable transport throughout the UK can be easily arranged at cost price.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
105cm (41.34")
Width
49cm (19.29")
Depth
49cm (19.29")
Declaration

Jeckyll & Co has dated this Carved Oak Hall Chair to the 19th Century.

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SA1215509
Description
Many of Bruce Talbert's designs were executed by Gillows and this chair may well have been made by the firm. The seat rail stamped J.
McCluskey, presumably the chair maker and carver, with owner and design registration numbers on the front and back rails.
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fig 1. A carved oak hall chair featuring lion mask finials, shell cresting, turned front legs on castors, and sage green pattern upholstery.
fig 1. Bruce Talbert (1838-1881) a Carved Oak Hall Chair, in the Manner of Gillows, 1870'S

The hand-carved finials are much more labour intensive than more typical turned equivalents and suggest a specific one-off commsion rather than a more widely produced production design.

Well presented and structurally sound, minor chips to extremities of the back legs

Reliable transport throughout the UK can be easily arranged at cost price.

For news and stock updates follow us on Instagram: jeckyllandco

Height
105cm (41.34")
Width
49cm (19.29")
Depth
49cm (19.29")
Date of Manufacture

Jeckyll & Co has dated this Carved Oak Hall Chair to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1215509
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A carved oak hall chair featuring lion mask finials, shell cresting, turned front legs on castors, and sage green pattern upholstery.
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Archive I A carved oak hall chair featuring lion mask finials, shell cresting, turned front legs on castors, and sage green pattern upholstery.

Bruce Talbert (1838-1881) a Carved Oak Hall Chair, in the Manner of Gillows, 1870'S

Archive II A carved oak hall chair featuring lion mask finials, shell cresting, turned front legs on castors, and sage green pattern upholstery. View II
Archive III A carved oak hall chair featuring lion mask finials, shell cresting, turned front legs on castors, and sage green pattern upholstery. View III
Archive IV A carved oak hall chair featuring lion mask finials, shell cresting, turned front legs on castors, and sage green pattern upholstery. View IV
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A carved oak hall chair featuring lion mask finials, shell cresting, turned front legs on castors, and sage green pattern upholstery.
Bruce Talbert (1838-1881) A carved oak hall chair, in the manner of Gillows, 1870's
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A carved oak hall chair featuring lion mask finials, shell cresting, turned front legs on castors, and sage green pattern upholstery.
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Victorian Gothic Revival hall chairs were designed in the mid-to-late 19th century, featuring architectural motifs, prominent carving, and sturdy hardwood frames influenced by medieval design.

These chairs were primarily constructed from solid oak, walnut, or mahogany, often featuring hand-carved detail, turned legs, brass castors, and textile upholstery.

Authentic 1870s pieces display hand-carved structural elements such as shell cresting or mask finials, sharp joinery techniques, original brass castors, and period-appropriate scale.

An antique hall chair functions effectively in an entryway, stair landing, or bedroom corner, providing a focal point when contrasted against neutral modern walls.

Keep the oak frame away from direct heat sources, apply natural beeswax polish periodically along the wood grain, and clean textile upholstery using gentle suction.
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