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Description

Perfect pair of Thames Valley Comb back Windsor chairs in original condition with Brass nameplate of chair manufacturer under.

The chairs are constructed in Elm, Ash and Beech and have a wonderful warm color and patina.

c. 1790/1800

Date of Manufacture

Ellis Fine Art has dated these Thames Valley Windsor Chairs to the 18th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

97cm (38.19")

Width

5840cm (2,299.21")

Depth

40cm (15.75")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1085157

Description

Perfect pair of Thames Valley Comb back Windsor chairs in original condition with Brass nameplate of chair manufacturer under.

The chairs are constructed in Elm, Ash and Beech and have a wonderful warm color and patina.

c. 1790/1800

Date of Manufacture

Ellis Fine Art has dated these Thames Valley Windsor Chairs to the 18th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

97cm (38.19")

Width

5840cm (2,299.21")

Depth

40cm (15.75")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1085157

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Ellis Fine Art

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17th.,18th.19th and 20th c. Antiques and fine art

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United Kingdom

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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectArmchairs
Period18th century
StyleEnglish Country
MaterialElm, Ash, Beech
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsSpindle back, Saddle seat, Turned legs, Bentwood arm bow
SizeH 97 cm (38 in) x W 5840 cm (2299 in) x D 40 cm (16 in)

FAQs

Thames Valley Windsor chairs originated in the Thames Valley region of England during the 18th and early 19th centuries, known for distinct regional construction characteristics and local timber usage.

They are traditionally constructed using a combination of native English timbers, typically featuring an elm seat, ash or yew for the bentwood bows and spindles, and beech for the turned legs.

Authenticity is identified through traditional joinery methods such as wedge-tenon joints, saddle-shaped solid wood seats, tool marks, and natural patina indicative of age and historical use.

Pairing these chairs with a contemporary dining table or placing them as accent seats against a neutral wall creates a balanced contrast between historical craftsmanship and modern minimalism.

Preserve antique wood by keeping them away from direct sunlight and heat sources, and occasionally applying microcrystalline wax to maintain the finish without harming the historic surface.