Antique Oak Lambing Chair 18th Century

Name: 18th Century Lakeland Lambing Chair
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1223059
Price: 2500 GBP
Availability: InStock

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An eighteenth-century dark oak lambing chair with a high panelled back, side wings, box base with a single drawer, and a red upholstered seat cushion.

18th Century Lakeland Lambing Chair

Ref: SA1223059

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ObjectArmchairs
Period18th century
StyleGeorgian Vernacular
MaterialOak, Fabric
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsWinged sides, Panelled back, Integrated base drawer, Flat armrests
SizeH 119 cm (47 in) x W 74 cm (29 in) x D 58 cm (23 in)

This 18th century Georgian vernacular lambing chair is constructed from elm, oak and fruitwood with a warm brown finish. The traditional farmhouse design incorporates a high panelled back with winged sides, flat armrests, and an integrated base drawer featuring a small round wooden pull handle. A crimson red fabric seat cushion rests over old ropework seat support, while old iron banding runs horizontally across the front frame. Standing at 119 cm high, 74 cm wide and 58 cm deep, this rustic armchair serves as a functional seating piece in a living room, hallway or study. Its robust timber construction and patinated surface bring historical character to traditional or country-style interiors.

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A lambing chair is a regional British vernacular armchair, traditionally constructed with a solid box base, high panelled back, and side wings designed to shield the occupant from draughts in farmhouses.

These chairs were primarily crafted from native British hardwoods such as oak, elm, or ash, using joined mortise and tenon construction with a solid seat over a box or drawer base.

Authentic 18th-century examples feature heavy timber construction, hand-planed panels, pegged joinery, integrated storage drawers or box seats, and age-related wear on the armrests.

Position the chair in a living room fireside alcove or reading corner, paired with a simple modern floor lamp and natural wool textiles to balance its substantial wood presence.

Maintain the timber by dusting regularly with a soft cloth and applying a clear beeswax polish once or twice a year, keeping it away from direct heat sources to prevent timber shrinkage.

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18th Century Lakeland Lambing Chair