Hand of Glory has dated this piece to the 1920s.
The Orkney chair developed through local island tradition, originating from a vernacular piece of furniture that the islanders could make for themselves with local materials that were readily available. The design of the rounded straw back is thought to be a practical in sheltering the occupant from the cold Orkney draughts.
The chair is unmarked but it very likely to haave been retailed at Liberty of London where this pine framed chair was available in a green, blue or brown painted finish.
Height of back: 83cm
Width: 54cm max
Height of Seat: 53cm
Depth of Seat: 55cm
Hand of Glory has dated this piece to the 1920s.
Decorative antiques & interiors
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An Antique Mid Size Pine Orkney Chair in Original Paint
