Sold 4 April 2025 · Somerset Antiques & Interiors

This “George III Elm Corner Chair” found a buyer.

It was listed by Somerset Antiques & Interiors. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

Find more for sale

Antique Commode Chair Elm Wood Chair Georgian Corner Seat Ask the dealer for something similar

Description

A lovely example of an Antique George III Elm Corner Chair, with scroll Arms and pierced back slats. The overall width is 74cm ( arm to arm ).

Physical Dimensions

Height

81cm (31.89")

Width

74cm (29.13")

Depth

62cm (24.41")

Declaration

Somerset Antiques & Interiors has dated this George III Elm Corner Chair to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA735158

Dealers Internal Reference

PM 352

Description

A lovely example of an Antique George III Elm Corner Chair, with scroll Arms and pierced back slats. The overall width is 74cm ( arm to arm ).

Physical Dimensions

Height

81cm (31.89")

Width

74cm (29.13")

Depth

62cm (24.41")

Date of Manufacture

Somerset Antiques & Interiors has dated this George III Elm Corner Chair to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA735158

Dealers Internal Ref

PM 352

About the Dealer

Somerset Antiques & Interiors

Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2012

Extensive large showroom containing antiques,furniture,clocks, decorative items,pine and much more.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Somerset Antiques & Interiors Profile Page

PDF

SAVE

An antique wooden corner chair featuring a curved top rail, pierced splats, and a patterned upholstered seat.

1 / 6

Archive I

George III Elm Corner Chair

Archive II

An antique wooden corner chair featuring a curved top rail, pierced splats, and a patterned upholstered seat. View II

Archive III

An antique wooden corner chair featuring a curved top rail, pierced splats, and a patterned upholstered seat. View III

Archive IV

An antique wooden corner chair featuring a curved top rail, pierced splats, and a patterned upholstered seat. View IV

Archive V

An antique wooden corner chair featuring a curved top rail, pierced splats, and a patterned upholstered seat. View V

Archive VI

An antique wooden corner chair featuring a curved top rail, pierced splats, and a patterned upholstered seat. View VI

Somerset Antiques & Interiors

Telephone 01749 345 468 or 07999 871429

Location

2 High Street
Shepton Mallet
Somerset
BA4 5AN
United Kingdom

Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/somersetantiques

Verified Since Jun 2012

Items For Sale 21

Items Sold 508

Email Somerset Antiques & Interiors

George III Elm Corner Chair

Ref: SA735158

Your Name

Phone Number

Email Address

Message

Strictly Vetted Dealers

Secure Transit

Cataloguer’s Note

Sustainable Choice

Frequently Asked Questions

Strictly Vetted Dealers

Every single antique dealer on our platform is individually approved by our internal team. We verify their professional trade history, ethical standards, and photographic quality to ensure a secure, high-standard buying environment. Upon joining, every dealer agrees to a strict 9-point code of conduct. While issues can occasionally arise, our dealers typically resolve them swiftly and directly with the buyer. In fact, since our founding in 2002, Sellingantiques has only had to step in to help resolve an issue on roughly five occasions—a true testament to the quality of our dealers and their dedication to your happiness.

Secure Transit

Our dealers are highly experienced in packing and shipping fragile, high-value antiques. Because you are in direct contact with the dealer, you will be able to easily go through all available shipping and insurance options together to ensure your item arrives safely.

The Sustainable Choice

Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.

Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectChairs
Period18th century
StyleGeorgian
MaterialElm, Upholstery fabric
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsCurved crest rail, Pierced splats, Square section legs, Upholstered drop-in seat
SizeH 81 cm (32 in) x W 74 cm (29 in) x D 62 cm (24 in)

FAQs

The George III period spans from 1760 to 1820, characterised by a blend of classical restraint, refined proportions, and the adoption of various woods like mahogany, elm, and oak as cabinet-making evolved through neoclassical influences.

These chairs typically feature solid native hardwoods such as elm, oak, or ash, joined with mortise and tenon joints, hand-carved splats, and drop-in or upholstered seats supported by robust frame structures.

Authenticity is assessed by examining traditional tool marks, timber shrinkage, hand-cut joints, patination consistent with age, and structural wear appropriate for eighteenth-century usage.

Such a piece works effectively as an accent seating option in a study or hallway, contrasting against minimalist walls or paired with modern textiles to highlight its historical form.

Maintain timber items by keeping them away from direct heat sources and sunlight, dusting regularly with a dry cloth, and occasionally applying appropriate natural beeswax to nourish the wood surface.