Yolanda Gray Antiques has dated this piece to the 1880s.
Summary:
• Item: Set of 6 spindle back chairs
• Circa: 1880
• Period: Late Victorian
• Wood: Ash & elm
• Provenance: Lancashire, England
• 2 Armchairs
• 4 Side chairs
• Harlequin set
• Shaped top rail with finials
• Spindle back design
• Rush woven seats
• Turned legs
• Turned double stretchers
• Solid in joint
• Excellent quality
• Excellent colour & patination
• Free 14 day UK returns policy
This harlequin set consists of 2 armchairs and 4 side chairs. The chairs boast a prominent shaped top rail, flanked by two upright supports featuring simple finials. Below, there is a bank of refined turned spindles, secured by two horizontal bowed rails. The seats have been hand rushed and they are in good condition. The base of the chairs features lovely turned legs and a bulbous shaped stretcher to the front. The front stretcher is heavy and turned – a good sign of quality. The chairs feature twin connecting turned side stretchers and a rear stretcher; which ensures the chairs stand firm on the ground. All chairs are made from top quality ash and elm and are firm and solid.
These chairs have originated from the Lancashire and Cheshire region of North West of England but were commonly known as a “Lancashire” chair. They were made for use in kitchens in simple country homes around the North West area during the time of the great mills in the Industrial Revolution.
Side Chair Dimensions:
External height = 100.5cm or 39½” or 3ft 3½”
External width = 50.5cm or 19” or 1ft 7”
External depth = 45cm or 17¾” or 1ft 5¾”
Seat height = 44.5cm or 17½” or 1ft 5½”
Seat width = 45cm or 17¾” or 1ft 5¾”
Seat depth = 38cm or 15” or 1ft 3”
Back Height = 58cm or 22” or 1ft 10”
Arm Chair Dimensions:
External height = 111.5cm or 43” or 3ft 7”
External width = 57cm or 22½” or 1ft 10½”
External depth = 53cm or 20” or 1ft 8”
Seat height = 45cm or 17¾” or 1ft 5¾”
Seat width = 52cm or 20½” or 1ft 8½”
Seat depth = 41.5cm or 16¼” or 16¼” or 1ft 4¼”
Back Height = 68.5cm or 27” or 2ft 3”
Arm Height = 65.6cm or 25¾”or 2ft 1¾”
Condition Report:
These chairs are in very good condition. The harlequin set features hand woven rush seats, which are all present, consistent in colour and also in good condition. Importantly, there are no breaks to the legs or backs of the chairs. The chairs have a lovely warm colour and patination. The chairs are heavy in weight, which is a good sign of quality. The frames of the chairs are solid and in excellent condition with no splits, breaks or loose movements. The chairs sit firm on the ground, do not wobble and are ready to use.
UK Delivery:
Delivery to any address in mainland England & Wales is £79. For delivery to Scotland & Ireland, please email for a quote.
Free 14 Days UK Returns & Refunds:
A free 14-day “no quibble” returns policy (from the date you receive the item) is available if you are not happy with this item. We will collect the item free of charge from you. You will be given a full refund.
UK Buyer Payment:
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International Buyers:
If you live outside of the UK and you would like to purchase this item, please contact us first before purchasing the item so that we can obtain an accurate shipping quote and delivery lead-time. A returns policy is not available for international buyers.
About the Seller:
This item is being sold by Yolanda Gray Antiques who is an accredited member of LAPADA and CINOA. Yolanda Gray has dealt in fine art and antique furniture for over 40 years.
Ref. 6 Spindle Backs No. 62
Yolanda Gray Antiques has dated this piece to the 1880s.
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Yolanda Gray Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA CINOA
Set of 6 Six Ash & Elm Spindle Back Rush Seat Country Farmhouse Kitchen Dining Chairs (Circa 1880)
