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Unusual Early Ladder Back Arm Chair
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Unusual Early Ladder Back Arm Chair

18th century
Sold 28 January 2025 · Carse Antiques
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Description

Unusual early, almost definitely, 18th century large size ladder back arm chair in ash, driftwood and pine. Most of the chair is constructed from ash and bits of driftwood with the original pine seat. Slightly unusual design and quite primitive which makes me believe this is possible a Scottish northern isles chair. The condition is OK for its age but there is some minor old damage and it has lost some hight from the base. The chair is the most gorgeous colour with original patination and a waxed finish. Would look lovely in a large Georgian hallway or similar.

SIZE; 24" wide by 16" deep by 37" high overall. Seat height is 15 1/2"

CIRCA; Late 18th century.

ORIGIN; Possibly Scottish. Northern or Western Isles

Physical Dimensions
Height
94cm (37.01")
Width
61cm (24.02")
Depth
40.5cm (15.94")
Declaration

Carse Antiques has dated this Antique Ladder Back Armchair to the 18th Century.

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SA1117620
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Description
Unusual early, almost definitely, 18th century large size ladder back arm chair in ash, driftwood and pine. Most of the chair is constructed from ash and bits of driftwood with the original pine seat.
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Slightly unusual design and quite primitive which makes me believe this is possible a Scottish northern isles chair.
Carse Antiques

The condition is OK for its age but there is some minor old damage and it has lost some hight from the base. The chair is the most gorgeous colour with original patination and a waxed finish. Would look lovely in a large Georgian hallway or similar.

SIZE; 24" wide by 16" deep by 37" high overall. Seat height is 15 1/2"

CIRCA; Late 18th century.

ORIGIN; Possibly Scottish. Northern or Western Isles

Height
94cm (37.01")
Width
61cm (24.02")
Depth
40.5cm (15.94")
Date of Manufacture

Carse Antiques has dated this Antique Ladder Back Armchair to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1117620
Carse Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2011

Specialists in georgian and earlier furniture

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Carse Antiques Profile Page

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Carse Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Rait
Perthshire
PH2 7RT
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An antique wooden ladder back armchair featuring a solid plank seat, shaped slats, and turned upright posts.
Unusual Early Ladder Back Arm Chair
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An antique wooden ladder back armchair featuring a solid plank seat, shaped slats, and turned upright posts.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period18th century
  • StyleEnglish Country
  • MaterialOak, Elm, Ash
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsArched slats, Turned finials, Plank seat, Stretcher base
  • SizeH 94 cm (37 in) x W 61 cm (24 in) x D 40.5 cm (16 in)

FAQs

Ladder back chairs feature horizontal slats or rungs between the vertical uprights of the backrest, a design that gained popularity in domestic interiors during the 17th and 18th centuries across Britain and Europe.

These chairs were typically constructed using native hardwoods such as oak, ash, elm, or fruitwood for the frame, often paired with rush, straw, or solid timber seats.

Authentication involves examining construction methods, tool marks, timber shrinkage, wear patterns, and traditional joinery such as tenons and pegs rather than modern fixings.

An antique ladder back chair provides textural contrast when paired with minimalist modern tables or used as a standalone accent piece in a neutral hallway or living space.

Preservation requires maintaining stable indoor humidity levels, avoiding direct sunlight and heat sources, and occasionally applying microcrystalline wax to nourish the timber surface.
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