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Set of Three Welsh Elm Chairs. Circa 1730
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Set of Three Welsh Elm Chairs. Circa 1730

18th century
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Description

Set of three Welsh farmhouse chairs in elm, with a most unusual and attractive back design, over solid seats and raised on square legs united by stretchers.

Some old woodworm, as is to be expected with elm, but these are sturdy chairs.

Brecknockshire/ Herefordshire border, circa 1730

Overall height: 37.5 inches; 95.5 cms

Seat width at front: 19.25 inches; 49 cms

Seat height: 17 inches; 43 cms.

Physical Dimensions
Height
95.5cm (37.60")
Width
49cm (19.29")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Declaration

WelshAntiques has dated these Welsh Elm Side Chairs to the 18th Century.

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SA629991
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Description
Set of three Welsh farmhouse chairs in elm, with a most unusual and attractive back design, over solid seats and raised on square legs united by stretchers.

Some old woodworm, as is to be expected with elm, but these are sturdy chairs.

Brecknockshire/ Herefordshire border, circa 1730

Overall height: 37.5 inches; 95.5 cms

Seat width at front: 19.25 inches; 49 cms

Seat height: 17 inches; 43 cms.

Height
95.5cm (37.60")
Width
49cm (19.29")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Date of Manufacture

WelshAntiques has dated these Welsh Elm Side Chairs to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA629991
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A set of three 18th-century Welsh elm side chairs featuring shaped splat backs, solid wooden seats, and square legs with stretchers.
Set of Three Welsh Elm Chairs. circa 1730
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A set of three 18th-century Welsh elm side chairs featuring shaped splat backs, solid wooden seats, and square legs with stretchers.
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Welsh country chairs from the early 18th century are defined by their regional vernacular design, often utilizing locally sourced timbers such as elm or oak. They frequently feature vasiform or cut-out back splats, flat timber seats, and robust stretchers adapted for rural domestic settings.

Craftsmen typically used solid timber, predominantly native elm, joined with traditional mortise and tenon joints held together with wooden pegs. The dense, irregular grain of elm provided durability, while thick solid timber seats accommodated hand-carving and shaping.

Authentic pieces show evidence of hand-tooling, hand-sawn timber marks, irregular peg placement, and natural shrinkage across the grain over time. Original wear patterns on the front stretchers and footrests also signal genuine age and usage.

Rustic timber chairs can serve as accent seating in contemporary dining spaces, hallways, or alongside modern minimalist tables. The natural wood tones create warmth and visual contrast against neutral walls and clean interior architecture.

Regular dusting with a soft dry cloth and periodic applications of clear beeswax polish maintain the timbers surface. Avoid placing wooden seating near direct heat sources or in environments with extreme humidity fluctuations to prevent cracking.
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