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Interesting C19th Carved Oak Armchair of Classically Inspired Form .
For sale by M Lees and Sons
for sale €1,638     $1,778
£1,400
M Lees and Sons

M Lees and Sons

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    M.lees & sons , 'tower house' , severn st., worcester wr12nb tel . 07860826218
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    M Lees and Sons is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA
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Interesting C19th Carved Oak Armchair of Classically Inspired Form .

19th century
For Sale by M Lees and Sons
Description

Interesting C19th carved oak armchair of classically inspired form .

Large scale carved oak armchair based on the designs of the ancient classical worlds. Closely related in design to Roman curule chairs , a style associate with highest office and used by government and dignitaries.

The base of crossed X form design with carved boss decoration, the solid panel seat supporting the acutely- angled downswept arms also with carved volute or corbel features.

The rear lumbar support composed of a well-carved bold cross-over splat with a central carved boss . The broad overhanging top-rail of concave form being of figured burr or pollard oak with incised carved decoration comprising classical anthemion or honeysuckle motifs .

In excellent original condition with no damage or breaks . Consistent rich hue and patina to the solid oak frame .

H 38”

W 22”

D 20”

England c.1870

Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated this Carved Oak Curule Armchair to the 1870s.

Independent Date Guide ID 06209568
Dealer's Item Date1870s
Sellingantiques Date1870s
Sellingantiques agingItem 135-170 years old
ResultsDates match
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 1870s:
Incised honeysuckle carving along the top rail: fashionable classical revival decoration.
Exposed circular wooden dowels at the rear joints: sturdy handmade frame construction.
Dark wax accumulation in the deep crevices: long history of careful maintenance.
Slight movement gaps around the solid seat panel: natural shrinkage in aged timber.

This Independent Date Guide was compiled by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. It works only from the photographs shown on this page and is never told the date the dealer has declared. It is a guide, not a guarantee of age, and occasional errors can occur.

Physical Dimensions
Height
95cm (37.40")
Width
55cm (21.65")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA744224
Dealers Internal Reference
ML 2011
Dealers Notes

Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place .

Whether buying for pleasure , decoration or investment, we welcome you to our web-site or premises .

Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge .

All goods are available to view and owned by M.Lees & Sons .

If visiting, a telephone call prior is advisable as due to the demands of the business the show-room does not have regular hours . Please feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance . Our inventory on the website Selling Antiques .co.uk showcases our range of stock, whilst more items are available to view on our website. Please visit us on:

www.leesantiquesworcester.com.

Tel. 01905 26620 / 07860826218

Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.

Description
Interesting C19th carved oak armchair of classically inspired form .

Large scale carved oak armchair based on the designs of the ancient classical worlds.

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Closely related in design to Roman curule chairs , a style associate with highest office and used by government and dignitaries.
M Lees and Sons
fig 1. A nineteenth-century carved oak armchair featuring an X-frame back with a central rosette, scrolled armrests, and curved legs.
fig 1. Interesting C19th Carved Oak Armchair of Classically Inspired Form .

The base of crossed X form design with carved boss decoration, the solid panel seat supporting the acutely- angled downswept arms also with carved volute or corbel features.

The rear lumbar support composed of a well-carved bold cross-over splat with a central carved boss . The broad overhanging top-rail of concave form being of figured burr or pollard oak with incised carved decoration comprising classical anthemion or honeysuckle motifs .

In excellent original condition with no damage or breaks . Consistent rich hue and patina to the solid oak frame .

H 38”

W 22”

D 20”

England c.1870

Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated this Carved Oak Curule Armchair to the 1870s.

Independent Date Report ID 06209568
Dealer's Item Date1870s
Sellingantiques dating1870s
Sellingantiques agingItem 135-170 years old
ResultsDates match
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 1870s:
Incised honeysuckle carving along the top rail: fashionable classical revival decoration.
Exposed circular wooden dowels at the rear joints: sturdy handmade frame construction.
Dark wax accumulation in the deep crevices: long history of careful maintenance.
Slight movement gaps around the solid seat panel: natural shrinkage in aged timber.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
95cm (37.40")
Width
55cm (21.65")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA744224
Dealers Internal Ref
ML 2011
M Lees and Sons
M Lees and Sons
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2013

M.lees & sons , 'tower house' , severn st., worcester wr12nb tel . 07860826218

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the M Lees and Sons Profile Page

Trade Associations

M Lees and Sons is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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Archive I A nineteenth-century carved oak armchair featuring an X-frame back with a central rosette, scrolled armrests, and curved legs.

Interesting C19th Carved Oak Armchair of Classically Inspired Form .

Archive II A nineteenth-century carved oak armchair featuring an X-frame back with a central rosette, scrolled armrests, and curved legs. View II
Archive III A nineteenth-century carved oak armchair featuring an X-frame back with a central rosette, scrolled armrests, and curved legs. View III
Archive IV A nineteenth-century carved oak armchair featuring an X-frame back with a central rosette, scrolled armrests, and curved legs. View IV
Archive V A nineteenth-century carved oak armchair featuring an X-frame back with a central rosette, scrolled armrests, and curved legs. View V
Archive VI A nineteenth-century carved oak armchair featuring an X-frame back with a central rosette, scrolled armrests, and curved legs. View VI
Archive VII A nineteenth-century carved oak armchair featuring an X-frame back with a central rosette, scrolled armrests, and curved legs. View VII
Archive VIII A nineteenth-century carved oak armchair featuring an X-frame back with a central rosette, scrolled armrests, and curved legs. View VIII
Archive IX A nineteenth-century carved oak armchair featuring an X-frame back with a central rosette, scrolled armrests, and curved legs. View IX
Archive X A nineteenth-century carved oak armchair featuring an X-frame back with a central rosette, scrolled armrests, and curved legs. View X
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M Lees and Sons

M Lees and Sons
Telephone 07860 826218 or 01905 26620
Location
Tower House
1 Castle Place
Severn St
Worcester
WR1 2NB
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/mleesandsons
Verified Since Feb 2013
Items For Sale 370
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M Lees and Sons
M Lees and Sons
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A nineteenth-century carved oak armchair featuring an X-frame back with a central rosette, scrolled armrests, and curved legs.
Interesting C19th carved oak armchair of classically inspired form .
Ref: SA744224
A nineteenth-century carved oak armchair featuring an X-frame back with a central rosette, scrolled armrests, and curved legs.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleClassical Revival
  • MaterialOak
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsX-frame back, carved rosette, scroll arms, carved crest rail
  • SizeH 95 cm (37 in) x W 55 cm (22 in) x D 50 cm (20 in)

This nineteenth-century armchair is of classically inspired form, designed in the Classical Revival style and dating from around 1870. The solid oak frame displays a warm brown timber colour with a rich hue and patina, and contains no upholstery. Decorative elements include an X-frame back with a central carved rosette boss, broad overhanging concave top-rail with incised carved classical anthemion or honeysuckle motifs, acutely-angled downswept scroll arms with carved volute or corbel details, solid panel seat, and curved legs. The chair measures 95 cm high, 55 cm wide, and 50 cm deep. Suitable for use as an occasional seat in a living room, hallway, or study, this piece provides an imposing architectural silhouette. The construction reflects the influence of ancient Roman curule chairs associated with high office and government dignitaries. The chair is in excellent original condition with no damage or breaks, showing clear signs of age through its established timber finish.

FAQs

A curule armchair is a form of seating distinguished by an X-shaped frame, originating from classical Roman seats of magisterial authority. The design was widely revived during the Regency, Victorian, and Neoclassical periods, often decorated with hand-carved motifs and architectural details.

Seating from this era was predominantly constructed from solid dense hardwoods such as oak, mahogany, or walnut. Components were joined using traditional mortise and tenon joints, with relief decoration executed by hand using gouges and chisels.

Authentic pieces display subtle irregularities in the hand-carved decoration, natural shrinkage along timber grain lines, and uneven patination on areas subject to handling. Structural joints will show signs of hand craftsmanship rather than modern machine precision.

An architectural chair of this design functions well as a singular accent piece in an entryway, hallway, or study. Pairing the structured dark timber against neutral wall finishes creates visual contrast while highlighting the sculptural outline.

Preserve the finish by dusting with a soft dry cloth and applying a high-grade beeswax polish annually. Keep the item away from direct heat sources and maintain stable humidity levels to prevent the timber from drying or cracking.
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