Antique Oak Fireside Chair 17th Century

Name: 17th Century Oak Fireside Chair
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA800098
Price: 450 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectArmchairs
Period17th century
Style17th Century Country Oak
MaterialOak
ColourDark Brown
MotifsSlat back, Curved armrests, Pegged mortise and tenon joints, Solid wooden seat
SizeH 75 cm (30 in) x W 55 cm (22 in) x D 43 cm (17 in)

This seventeenth-century country oak fireside armchair displays a dark brown timber finish with visible grain and natural wear. The construction incorporates pegged mortise and tenon joints visible along the frame, a double slat back rest with two horizontal wooden bars, and smoothly curved wooden armrests that slope down to join the front supports. A solid wooden seat rests above four squared legs connected by lower stretcher rails running between the base. Later repairs consistent with age appear on the structure. Dimensions measure 75 cm high, 55 cm wide, and 43 cm deep. Practical for everyday seating, this rustic farmhouse armchair suits placement by a hearth, beside a study desk, or as a hallway accent piece. The sturdy solid wood construction offers a functional seat for living areas or traditional interiors. Natural timber tones integrate easily with diverse colour schemes while maintaining an authentic historic appearance throughout daily use.

FAQs

17th-century oak fireside chairs are characterised by heavy timber construction, sturdy proportions, mortise and tenon joinery held with wooden pegs, and simple slat or panel backs designed to sit alongside hearths.

These pieces were crafted predominantly from native English oak, utilizing hand-planed timbers, hand-cut joinery, and exposed wooden pegs rather than metal nails or synthetic glues.

Authentic period pieces exhibit uneven hand-hewn surfaces, deep oxidisation in crevices, shrinkage along wood grain, authentic peg construction, and wear patterns consistent with centuries of use.

An antique oak armchair serves as a grounding accent piece in modern rooms, pairing well alongside neutral linen textiles, contemporary artwork, and simple plaster or stone backdrops.

Care involves regular dusting with a dry microfibre cloth and occasional application of high-grade beeswax polish, avoiding harsh chemicals, direct heat sources, and excessive humidity.

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