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19th Century Shoolbred Antique Walnut Window Seat
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Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd

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19th Century Shoolbred Antique Walnut Window Seat

19th century
Sold 7 November 2025 · Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
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19th Century Shoolbred Antique Walnut Window Seat

A superb quality English antique window seat /bench by JAS Shoolbred in 1890. This example is beautifully made in solid walnut with decorative brass mounts. In excellent, original and strong condition, has the Shoolbred makers kite mark on the back. Stands very well on sabre front legs which are joined by stretchers. We also have another in oak.

Dimensions

Height: 63cm (25.00")

Width: 55cm (21.83")

Depth: 32cm (12.70")

Additional Info

The seat is 43cm high.

Physical Dimensions
Height
63cm (24.80")
Width
55cm (21.65")
Depth
32cm (12.60")
Declaration

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd has dated this Antique Walnut Window Seat to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1173377
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Description
19th Century Shoolbred Antique Walnut Window Seat

A superb quality English antique window seat /bench by JAS Shoolbred in 1890. This example is beautifully made in solid walnut with decorative brass mounts. In excellent, original and strong condition, has the Shoolbred makers kite mark on the back. Stands very well on sabre front legs which are joined by stretchers. We also have another in oak.

Dimensions

Height: 63cm (25.00")

Width: 55cm (21.83")

Depth: 32cm (12.70")

Additional Info

The seat is 43cm high.

Height
63cm (24.80")
Width
55cm (21.65")
Depth
32cm (12.60")
Date of Manufacture

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd has dated this Antique Walnut Window Seat to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1173377
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2009

34 years in the antiques trade, miles is constantly sourcing interesting, original, mainly english antique furniture and accessories.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd Profile Page

Trade Associations

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd is a registered member of LAPADA 

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A 19th-century walnut window seat featuring carved circular medallions, a slatted backrest with brass detailing, and splayed legs. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A 19th-century walnut window seat featuring carved circular medallions, a slatted backrest with brass detailing, and splayed legs. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

19th Century Shoolbred Antique Walnut Window Seat

Archive II A 19th-century walnut window seat featuring carved circular medallions, a slatted backrest with brass detailing, and splayed legs. View II
Archive III A 19th-century walnut window seat featuring carved circular medallions, a slatted backrest with brass detailing, and splayed legs. View III
Archive IV A 19th-century walnut window seat featuring carved circular medallions, a slatted backrest with brass detailing, and splayed legs. View IV
Archive V A 19th-century walnut window seat featuring carved circular medallions, a slatted backrest with brass detailing, and splayed legs. View V
Archive VI A 19th-century walnut window seat featuring carved circular medallions, a slatted backrest with brass detailing, and splayed legs. View VI
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Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
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A 19th-century walnut window seat featuring carved circular medallions, a slatted backrest with brass detailing, and splayed legs.
19th Century Shoolbred Antique Walnut Window Seat
Ref: SA1173377
A 19th-century walnut window seat featuring carved circular medallions, a slatted backrest with brass detailing, and splayed legs.
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  • ObjectBenches & Window Seats
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialWalnut, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsCarved circular medallions, Brass gallery detail, Splayed wooden legs
  • SizeH 63 cm (25 in) x W 55 cm (22 in) x D 32 cm (13 in)

Victorian furniture frequently incorporates revival elements drawing from Gothic, Elizabethan, and classical traditions, often characterised by heavy construction and dark woods like walnut and mahogany.

Pieces from this era typically utilised solid hardwoods such as walnut, oak, and mahogany, joined using traditional mortise and tenon techniques alongside hand-carved decorative motifs and brass mounts.

Authenticity is assessed through wood patination, hand-cut joinery, period-appropriate hardware, and makers stamps or paper labels often found on high-end retail pieces from makers like Jas. Shoolbred & Co.

Integrating period pieces into contemporary spaces works well by pairing the historical wood tones with neutral textiles or placing them in hallways and under windows to add architectural interest and functional seating.

Preserve antique wood by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent cracking, and periodically apply microcrystalline wax to maintain the protective finish without harming the historic patina.
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