London Fine Antiques has dated this piece to the 1900s.
A fine pair of Glastonbury chairs faithful to their origins
Exhibiting ecclesiastical and gothic overtones
Ebonised offering a soft, mellow finish
Highlighted with well executed carvings of Latin inscription
The backrests decorated with relief carved roundells
Shaped armrests and chip carved crest rail
Raised on 'X' frame legs united by centrepoint stretcher
A desirable pair of chairs with solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.
Dimensions:
Max Width: 69cm (27.25'')
Max Depth: 48.5cm (19'')
Max Height: 84cm (33'')
Seat Width: 45.5cm (18'')
Seat Depth: 38cm (15'')
Seat Height: 43cm (17'')
The eponymous Glastonbury chair has been made for centuries, usually in oak and following a design thought to have first been made for Richard Whiting (1461 – 15 November 1539), an English clergyman and the last Abbot of Glastonbury.
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Our Ref: 10.1723
London Fine Antiques has dated this piece to the 1900s.
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Pair of Antique Glastonbury Chairs, English, Tudor Revival, Carved Hall, C1900
