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Good Scottish Vernacular Arm Chair
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Good Scottish Vernacular Arm Chair

19th century
Sold 28 March 2025 · Carse Antiques
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Description

Good 19th century Scottish vernacular arm chair in ash and satin birch. Very nice un-touched original condition. No damage and in good tight condition. The chair is a lovely colour with a waxed finish. There is a purpose made cushion to go with it. For similar examples please see the Scottish Vernacular furniture book.

SIZE; 22" wide by 17 1/2" deep by 38" high overall.

Seat height is 17" plus cushion.

CIRCA; 1840 - 1850

Physical Dimensions
Height
96.5cm (37.99")
Width
56cm (22.05")
Depth
44.5cm (17.52")
Declaration

Carse Antiques has dated this Scottish Vernacular Armchair to the 19th Century.

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SA1121764
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Description
Good 19th century Scottish vernacular arm chair in ash and satin birch. Very nice un-touched original condition. No damage and in good tight condition. The chair is a lovely colour with a waxed finish. There is a purpose made cushion to go with it. For similar examples please see the Scottish Vernacular furniture book.

SIZE; 22" wide by 17 1/2" deep by 38" high overall.

Seat height is 17" plus cushion.

CIRCA; 1840 - 1850

Height
96.5cm (37.99")
Width
56cm (22.05")
Depth
44.5cm (17.52")
Date of Manufacture

Carse Antiques has dated this Scottish Vernacular Armchair to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1121764
Carse Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2011

Specialists in georgian and earlier furniture

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A front view of a dark brown wooden antique armchair featuring a ladder back, curved arms, and a solid plank seat. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A front view of a dark brown wooden antique armchair featuring a ladder back, curved arms, and a solid plank seat. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Good Scottish Vernacular Arm Chair

Archive II A front view of a dark brown wooden antique armchair featuring a ladder back, curved arms, and a solid plank seat. View II
Archive III A front view of a dark brown wooden antique armchair featuring a ladder back, curved arms, and a solid plank seat. View III
Archive IV A front view of a dark brown wooden antique armchair featuring a ladder back, curved arms, and a solid plank seat. View IV
Archive V A front view of a dark brown wooden antique armchair featuring a ladder back, curved arms, and a solid plank seat. View V
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Archive VII A front view of a dark brown wooden antique armchair featuring a ladder back, curved arms, and a solid plank seat. View VII
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Carse Antiques
Telephone 01821 670 770 or 07734 345 652
Location
The Mill Room
Rait Antique Centre
Rait
Perthshire
PH2 7RT
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A front view of a dark brown wooden antique armchair featuring a ladder back, curved arms, and a solid plank seat.
Good Scottish Vernacular Arm Chair
Ref: SA1121764
A front view of a dark brown wooden antique armchair featuring a ladder back, curved arms, and a solid plank seat.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVernacular Country
  • MaterialAsh, Elm, Oak
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsLadder back, Curved arms, Turned supports, Solid plank seat
  • SizeH 96.5 cm (38 in) x W 56 cm (22 in) x D 44.5 cm (18 in)

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Scottish vernacular furniture refers to utilitarian pieces made by local craftsmen using regionally available timbers, characterised by sturdy construction and functional design rather than adherence to formal metropolitan styles.

These chairs were typically constructed from native hardwoods and softwoods such as ash, elm, oak, and pine, often utilising solid plank seats and turned wooden components.

Authenticity is usually determined by hand-tooled joinery, tool marks, period-appropriate timber shrinkage, natural patina, and structural characteristics consistent with regional rural craftsmanship.

Such pieces function effectively as accent seating in contemporary spaces, adding historical texture and warmth when juxtaposed with minimalist or neutral modern furniture.

Maintenance involves keeping the timber away from direct heat sources and sunlight, applying microcrystalline wax periodically to nourish the wood, and dusting with a dry, soft cloth.
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