CJ Antiques has dated this Oak Double Chair Settle to the 18th Century.
This Independent Date Guide was compiled by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. It works only from the photographs shown on this page and is never told the date the dealer has declared. It is a guide, not a guarantee of age, and occasional errors can occur.
Exceedingly Rare Mid-18th Century George II Welsh Solid Oak Double Chair-Back Settle (c. 1745)
An extraordinarily rare, collector-grade mid-18th century George II Welsh solid oak two-seat chair-back settle, boasting untouched period joinery, wonderful deep patination, and impeccable trade provenance—having remained in the private home of a veteran antiques dealer (with 60 years in the trade) for the past half-century.
While George II double chair-back settees are occasionally encountered in walnut or mahogany, surviving 18th-century examples crafted in solid country oak are virtually non existent—making this a must buy for the serious early oak collector.
Key Features:
• Twin Vase-Splat Chair Back: Features a continuous double-yoke top rail with rounded outer shoulders above two broad, solid vase-shaped splats in the classic Queen Anne / George II tradition, showcasing rich quartersawn oak figure.
• Swept Shepherd's Crook Arms & Drop-In Seat: Flanked by shaped, out-swept open arms on curved supports above a deep, pegged oak seat rail housing a removable upholstered drop-in seat pad (easily re-covered in period-style wool, linen, or distressed hide if desired).
• Untouched 18th-Century Pegged Joinery: Raised on six square-section legs (three across the front, three at the back) united by sturdy H-stretchers, retaining visible hand-cut wooden pegs, crisp inner seat rebates, and dry, honest surface oxidation throughout.
Condition:
Presented in honest, untouched antique condition commensurate with over 275 years of age and careful domestic care. Retains a superb, deep mellow oak patina with expected historic knocks, surface wear, and minor age-related marks consistent with an authentic 18th-century country piece. Structurally solid, tight, and ready for immediate placement.
Dimensions:
• Width: 50" (127 cm)
• Height: 39" (99 cm)
• Depth: 22" (56 cm)
• Seat Height: 18" (46 cm)
CJ Antiques has dated this Oak Double Chair Settle to the 18th Century.
This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.
You can view the stock and full dealer information on the CJ Antiques Profile Page
Rare 18th Century Welsh Solid Oak Double Chair Back Settle.
