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Carolean High Back Chair C.1680
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Carolean High Back Chair C.1680

17th century
Sold 26 June 2026 · Camden Antiques
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Description

A lovely 17th century Carolean period high back chair. Constructed in solid beech with cane work panels to the back and seat. In good original condition with an old repair to the back (see photo) and historic wood worm (not active).

Dimensions:

Width 45cms

Depth 38cms

Overall height 130cms

Seat height 48cms

Date of Manufacture

Camden Antiques has dated this Carolean High Back Chair to the 17th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
130cm (51.18")
Width
45cm (17.72")
Depth
38cm (14.96")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1218083
Dealers Internal Reference
18439
Description
A lovely 17th century Carolean period high back chair. Constructed in solid beech with cane work panels to the back and seat.
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In good original condition with an old repair to the back (see photo) and historic wood worm (not active).
Camden Antiques

Dimensions:

Width 45cms

Depth 38cms

Overall height 130cms

Seat height 48cms

Date of Manufacture

Camden Antiques has dated this Carolean High Back Chair to the 17th Century.

Height
130cm (51.18")
Width
45cm (17.72")
Depth
38cm (14.96")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1218083
Dealers Internal Ref
18439
Camden Antiques
Camden Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2012
Dealer Profile

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

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An antique carved wooden high-back chair featuring an openwork crest, a central cane panel flanked by pilasters, and an ornately pierced front stretcher. SOLD26 JUN 26
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Archive I An antique carved wooden high-back chair featuring an openwork crest, a central cane panel flanked by pilasters, and an ornately pierced front stretcher. SOLD26 JUN 26

Carolean High Back Chair C.1680

Archive II An antique carved wooden high-back chair featuring an openwork crest, a central cane panel flanked by pilasters, and an ornately pierced front stretcher. View II
Archive III An antique carved wooden high-back chair featuring an openwork crest, a central cane panel flanked by pilasters, and an ornately pierced front stretcher. View III
Archive IV An antique carved wooden high-back chair featuring an openwork crest, a central cane panel flanked by pilasters, and an ornately pierced front stretcher. View IV
Archive V An antique carved wooden high-back chair featuring an openwork crest, a central cane panel flanked by pilasters, and an ornately pierced front stretcher. View V
Archive VI An antique carved wooden high-back chair featuring an openwork crest, a central cane panel flanked by pilasters, and an ornately pierced front stretcher. View VI
Archive VII An antique carved wooden high-back chair featuring an openwork crest, a central cane panel flanked by pilasters, and an ornately pierced front stretcher. View VII
Archive VIII An antique carved wooden high-back chair featuring an openwork crest, a central cane panel flanked by pilasters, and an ornately pierced front stretcher. View VIII
Archive IX An antique carved wooden high-back chair featuring an openwork crest, a central cane panel flanked by pilasters, and an ornately pierced front stretcher. View IX
Archive X An antique carved wooden high-back chair featuring an openwork crest, a central cane panel flanked by pilasters, and an ornately pierced front stretcher. View X
Archive XI An antique carved wooden high-back chair featuring an openwork crest, a central cane panel flanked by pilasters, and an ornately pierced front stretcher. View XI
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Telephone 07887 503 904
Location
Units 20 & 19
The Vinery
Poling
West Sussex
BN18 9PY
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/camden
Verified Since Jun 2012
Items For Sale 150
Items Sold 2,505
Camden Antiques
Camden Antiques
Verified Since Jun 2012
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Location: Units 20 & 19, The Vinery, Poling, West Sussex, BN18 9PY, United Kingdom
Verified
Jun 2012
For Sale
150
Sold
2,505
An antique carved wooden high-back chair featuring an openwork crest, a central cane panel flanked by pilasters, and an ornately pierced front stretcher.
Carolean High Back Chair c.1680
Ref: SA1218083
An antique carved wooden high-back chair featuring an openwork crest, a central cane panel flanked by pilasters, and an ornately pierced front stretcher.
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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectChairs
  • Period17th century
  • StyleCarolean
  • MaterialOak, Cane
  • ColourBrown
  • MotifsCane panelling, Scroll carvings, Turned spindles, Pierced stretcher
  • SizeH 130 cm (51 in) x W 45 cm (18 in) x D 38 cm (15 in)

The Carolean style, spanning the reign of Charles II (16601685), is characterised by rich baroque influences, elaborate woodcarvings featuring scrolls and foliage, and the introduction of cane work for seats and backs.

These chairs were predominantly constructed from native hardwoods such as oak or walnut, featuring mortise and tenon joints, intricate hand-carved ornamentation, and woven cane panels fixed with wooden pegs.

Authentic pieces exhibit period-appropriate tool marks, hand-turned components with minor asymmetries, traditional joinery, and patination consistent with centuries of handling and age.

This piece works effectively as a statement accent chair in a minimalist living room or study, allowing its intricate carvings and architectural silhouette to contrast against clean, modern lines.

Maintain cane integrity by keeping it away from direct heat sources and sunlight, dusting regularly with a soft brush, and occasionally dampening the underside with a sponge to prevent the natural fibres from becoming brittle.
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