Rare Mid 18th Century Oak Wing Back Chair

Name: Rare Mid 18th Century Oak Wing Back Chair
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1242069
Price: 3250 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectArmchairs
Period18th century
StyleGeorgian
MaterialOak, Leather
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsFielded panel back, Cabriole front legs, Shaped cresting rail, Flared side wings

This mid 18th century oak wing back armchair follows the Georgian style with an English Country House character. The chair is made from warm brown oak with a fielded panel back, flared side wings, and a shaped cresting rail above cabriole front legs, complete with an aged green leather seat cushion showing visible surface wear. Visible details include carved wood components and turned elements on the arms and front supports. The dimensions are 122 cm in height, 71 cm in width, and 59 cm in depth. In a contemporary home, this armchair serves as a statement seating piece in a living room, study, or hallway. The sturdy wooden construction and historic design provide a practical seat while adding traditional character to an interior scheme.

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Originating in the late 17th and 18th centuries, wooden wingback chairs were designed primarily for hearthside seating in unheated rooms. The solid oak structure and side wings served to enclose warmth from the fireplace while shielding the occupant from cold draughts.

These chairs were typically constructed using solid native oak, joined using traditional mortise and tenon techniques secured with wooden dowels. Seats often featured simple drop-in leather or squab cushions over solid timber or webbing.

Authentic period pieces display signs of hand-planed timber, hand-carved details, irregular peg construction, and natural shrinkage across wood grain lines over time. Original surface patination in unexposed areas and hand-forged iron or timber fastenings also signal authenticity.

An antique oak wing chair functions as a focal accent piece when placed in a quiet reading corner or alongside contemporary upholstered sofas. Pairing rich historical timber with neutral textiles or modern lighting creates a balanced contrast between historical craft and modern aesthetic.

Dust regularly with a soft, dry cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year to nourish the wood and preserve its natural patina. Keep the item away from direct heat sources and extreme humidity changes to prevent timber warping or cracking.

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Rare Mid 18th Century Oak Wing Back Chair