Sold: 17th Century Oak Wainscot Chair

Name: 17th Century Oak Wainscot Chair
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1078598
Price: 1350 GBP
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An antique dark oak wainscot armchair with a carved panel back, shaped arms, and turned legs joined by stretchers.

17th century oak wainscot chair

Ref: SA1078598

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ObjectArmchairs
Period17th century
StyleJacobean
MaterialOak
ColourDark Brown
MotifsCarved panel back, Turned legs, H-stretcher, Scroll arms
SizeH 108 cm (43 in) x W 61 cm (24 in) x D 52 cm (20 in)

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A wainscot chair is a heavy wooden armchair, typically made from oak, that was common in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. The term wainscot originally referred to high-grade Dutch oak timber used for wall panelling, which was subsequently used to construct these sturdy, panel-backed chairs.

These chairs were constructed almost exclusively from solid English oak, utilizing traditional joinery techniques such as mortise and tenon joints secured with wooden pegs (trunnels). The backs frequently featured inset panels decorated with relief carvings, while the seats were made of solid timber planks.

Authentic pieces exhibit signs of age such as hand-carved details, timber shrinkage, natural patination, and the use of pit-sawn or riveted boards rather than modern machine-cut lumber. Fasteners should consist of handmade iron nails or wooden pegs rather than modern screws.

This type of chair serves as a strong focal point and can be used as an accent piece in a study, hallway, or living room. Pairing it with minimalist or contemporary furnishings creates a deliberate contrast that highlights its historical craftsmanship and architectural silhouette.

Antique oak should be kept away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent the timber from drying out and splitting. Maintenance should be limited to dusting with a soft dry cloth and occasional applications of microcrystalline wax to preserve the patina.

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17th Century Oak Wainscot Chair