Superb Rare Set of Eight 19th Century Burr Yew Broad Arm High Back Windsor Armchairs of Superb Patina

19th century

Sold by LVS Decorative Arts

Description

A superb rare set of eight 19th century burr yew broad arm high back Windsor armchairs of superb patina from the North of England, probably Yorkshire.

The chairs consist of a top hoop of burr yew, some with more burr than others, with four tapered spindles to either side of the fir tree solid tight grain burr yew central splat, again some with more burr than others.

The arms and arm supports also of burr yew with turned burr yew spindles and turned underarm supports leading down to solid elm and burr elm seats of a wonderfully shaped saddle design.

The armchairs are supported by burr yew legs and linked with an H-stretcher with central ball decoration.

Although this style of chair is not unusual, the choice of woods are extremely rare. These chairs have a superb use of timber which would have been chosen by the maker(s) who had great vision as to the timber used and what his finished pieces would look like.

These chairs are in excellent condition for their age, are all of stable construction and can go straight into a home and would be a wonderful addition to any country chair collection.

Size: please note sizes may very slightly:

Height: 45.5'' / 115.5cm

Width: 26'' / 66cm

Depth: 26.75'' / 68cm

Seat height: 17'' / 43cm

Physical Dimensions

Height

115cm (45.28")

Width

66cm (25.98")

Depth

68cm (26.77")

Declaration

LVS Decorative Arts has dated this piece to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA556734

Dealers Internal Reference

LVS1059

Dealers Notes

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LVS Decorative Arts is a small family run business based in Suffolk, specialising in an eclectic mix of fine quality and decorative antiques from around the world.

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LAPADA & CINOA member

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All furniture is professionally restored to the highest of standards, using traditional methods, we feel that quality restoration is paramount to the longevity of the piece.

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INSURED DELIVERY INCLUDED IN LIST PRICE WITHIN MAINLAND UK FOR A ONE MAN COURIER SERVICE

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Worldwide shipping available, please contact us for a free quote to include professional packing and fully insured services

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PLEASE NOTE: viewing is 'By Appointment' only - please contact Liza a few days in advance to arrange this.

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Payments are accepted by bank transfer or cheque

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www.lvsdecorativearts.co.uk

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You can contact Liza either by email lvsdecorativearts@btinternet.com or telephone 07703306451

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Please bear in mind: antique items for sale may have some wear and marks commensurate with their age which adds to the character of the piece.

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Thank you for viewing our stock and please don’t hesitate to contact us if you need any further information.

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Description

A superb rare set of eight 19th century burr yew broad arm high back Windsor armchairs of superb patina from the North of England, probably Yorkshire.

The chairs consist of a top hoop of burr yew, some with more burr than others, with four tapered spindles to either side of the fir tree solid tight grain burr yew central splat, again some with more burr than others.

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The arms and arm supports also of burr yew with turned burr yew spindles and turned underarm supports leading down to solid elm and burr elm seats of a wonderfully shaped saddle design.

LVS Decorative Arts

fig 1. Superb rare set of eight 19th century burr yew broad arm high back Windsor armchairs of superb patina — fig 1. Superb Rare Set of Eight 19th Century Burr Yew Broad Arm High Back Windsor Armchairs of Superb Patina

The armchairs are supported by burr yew legs and linked with an H-stretcher with central ball decoration.

Although this style of chair is not unusual, the choice of woods are extremely rare. These chairs have a superb use of timber which would have been chosen by the maker(s) who had great vision as to the timber used and what his finished pieces would look like.

fig 2. Superb rare set of eight 19th century burr yew broad arm high back Windsor armchairs of superb patina — fig 2. Superb Rare Set of Eight 19th Century Burr Yew Broad Arm High Back Windsor Armchairs of Superb Patina

These chairs are in excellent condition for their age, are all of stable construction and can go straight into a home and would be a wonderful addition to any country chair collection.

Size: please note sizes may very slightly:

Height: 45.5'' / 115.5cm

Width: 26'' / 66cm

Depth: 26.75'' / 68cm