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Pair of Oak Gothic Revival Glastonbury Chairs with Trefoil Details, Early 1900s
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Pair of Oak Gothic Revival Glastonbury Chairs with Trefoil Details, Early 1900s

1900 - 1920
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Pair of early 1900s oak Glastonbury chairs with trefoil details, X‑frame bases and mellow patina - striking Gothic Revival statement seating

Why We Love This … These chairs have that rare combination of sculpture, history, and presence. The X‑frame silhouette, the trefoil cut‑outs, the pegged joints - everything about them speaks to craftsmanship and architectural intent. They feel grounded, monastic, and quietly powerful, yet softened by the warm, mellow patina of the oak. As a true pair, they make a statement that is both decorative and deeply atmospheric.

At a Glance – Appeal, Desirability & Collectibility

• Date: Early 1900s

• Origin: England

• Style: Gothic Revival; inspired by the Medieval Glastonbury Abbey chair

• Materials: Solid oak with mellow aged patina

• Dimensions: H: 110cm (43.3") | W: 66cm (26") | D: 53cm (20.9")

• Condition:

• Good antique condition

• Age‑appropriate wear

• Secure pegged joints

• Structurally sound and ready for use

• Notable Details:

• Three trefoil cut‑outs across the top rail

• Trefoil‑bracketed joints to each side

• Strong geometric X‑frame silhouette

• Central turned stretcher

• Warm, well‑developed patina

• Decorative Appeal:

• Architectural, sculptural, and full of character - these chairs bring instant gravitas to any interior

• Versatility:

• Perfect for hallways, libraries, studies, or as statement accent chairs in a living space

• Collectibility:

• Glastonbury chairs are iconic forms; true pairs in oak with trefoil details are increasingly sought after

• Delivery is not included

Physical Dimensions
Height
110cm (43.31")
Width
66cm (25.98")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Declaration

Whites Antiques has dated these Gothic Revival Oak Chairs to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1223458
Dealers Internal Reference
AG049
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Description
Pair of early 1900s oak Glastonbury chairs with trefoil details, X‑frame bases and mellow patina - striking Gothic Revival statement seating

Why We Love This … These chairs have that rare combination of sculpture, history, and presence.

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The X‑frame silhouette, the trefoil cut‑outs, the pegged joints - everything about them speaks to craftsmanship and architectural intent.
Whites Antiques

They feel grounded, monastic, and quietly powerful, yet softened by the warm, mellow patina of the oak. As a true pair, they make a statement that is both decorative and deeply atmospheric.

fig 1. A pair of warm brown oak Glastonbury chairs featuring panelled backs with trefoil cut-outs and exposed pegged X-frame legs.
fig 1. Pair of Oak Gothic Revival Glastonbury Chairs with Trefoil Details, Early 1900s

At a Glance – Appeal, Desirability & Collectibility

• Date: Early 1900s

• Origin: England

• Style: Gothic Revival; inspired by the Medieval Glastonbury Abbey chair

• Materials: Solid oak with mellow aged patina

fig 2. A pair of warm brown oak Glastonbury chairs featuring panelled backs with trefoil cut-outs and exposed pegged X-frame legs.
fig 2. Pair of Oak Gothic Revival Glastonbury Chairs with Trefoil Details, Early 1900s

• Dimensions: H: 110cm (43.3") | W: 66cm (26") | D: 53cm (20.9")

• Condition:

• Good antique condition

• Age‑appropriate wear

• Secure pegged joints

• Structurally sound and ready for use

• Notable Details:

fig 3. A pair of warm brown oak Glastonbury chairs featuring panelled backs with trefoil cut-outs and exposed pegged X-frame legs.
fig 3. Pair of Oak Gothic Revival Glastonbury Chairs with Trefoil Details, Early 1900s

• Three trefoil cut‑outs across the top rail

• Trefoil‑bracketed joints to each side

• Strong geometric X‑frame silhouette

• Central turned stretcher

• Warm, well‑developed patina

• Decorative Appeal:

• Architectural, sculptural, and full of character - these chairs bring instant gravitas to any interior

fig 4. A pair of warm brown oak Glastonbury chairs featuring panelled backs with trefoil cut-outs and exposed pegged X-frame legs.
fig 4. Pair of Oak Gothic Revival Glastonbury Chairs with Trefoil Details, Early 1900s

• Versatility:

• Perfect for hallways, libraries, studies, or as statement accent chairs in a living space

• Collectibility:

• Glastonbury chairs are iconic forms; true pairs in oak with trefoil details are increasingly sought after

• Delivery is not included

Height
110cm (43.31")
Width
66cm (25.98")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Date of Manufacture

Whites Antiques has dated these Gothic Revival Oak Chairs to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1223458
Dealers Internal Ref
AG049
Whites Antiques
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Pair of Oak Gothic Revival Glastonbury Chairs with Trefoil Details, Early 1900s
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A Glastonbury chair is a style of wooden X-frame chair based on a sixteenth-century design originally found at Glastonbury Abbey, characterised by flat slanting legs and a vertical panelled back structure.

Gothic Revival chairs typically utilise solid timbers such as oak or walnut, constructed with traditional mortise-and-tenon joinery, wooden pegs, and architectural details like trefoils or pointed arches.

Authentic pieces from this period display hand-fitted pegged joinery, natural timber grain variation, and genuine age-related wear around the stretchers and seat edges without modern screws or machine marks.

These structural wooden chairs function well as architectural accent seating in a hallway, flanking a console table, or serving as statement side chairs to add historical texture to modern spaces.

Oak furniture should be dusted regularly with a dry lint-free cloth and polished periodically with natural beeswax, keeping the timber away from direct heat sources and high humidity.
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