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Escutcheon-back/shepherd's Crook Armchair
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Escutcheon-back/shepherd's Crook Armchair

18th century
Sold 7 August 2025 · Christopher Buck Antiques Ltd.
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Description

A exceptional and very rare George I period ‘escutcheon-back’ walnut armchair with mahogany back. The well-shaped and curved mahogany back above a circular seat retaining the ORIGINAL TAPESTRY cover, with two scrolled and out-swept arms. Standing on magnificent cabriole front legs with ball and claw feet, and out-swept back legs.

Seat height is 17.25 inches.

Early 18th century "escutcheon back" or "shepherds crook" armchairs are extremely rare and to find one with original tapestry seat is possibly unique. This one is exceptionally well drawn with superb flowing lines to the out-swept arms and about the best ball & claw feet you are ever likely to see. The ultimate in early Georgian desk-chairs.

Date of Manufacture

Christopher Buck Antiques Ltd. has dated this Antique Shepherd Crook Armchair to the 18th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
91.4cm (35.98")
Width
58.4cm (22.99")
Depth
53.3cm (20.98")
Reference Numbers
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SA875669
Dealers Internal Reference
400247
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A exceptional and very rare George I period ‘escutcheon-back’ walnut armchair with mahogany back.
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The well-shaped and curved mahogany back above a circular seat retaining the ORIGINAL TAPESTRY cover, with two scrolled and out-swept arms.
Christopher Buck Antiques Ltd.

Standing on magnificent cabriole front legs with ball and claw feet, and out-swept back legs.

fig 1. An antique wooden armchair featuring an escutcheon back, curved shepherds crook arms, cabriole legs with ball and claw feet, and an upholstered patterned seat.
fig 1. Escutcheon-back/shepherd's Crook Armchair

Seat height is 17.25 inches.

Early 18th century "escutcheon back" or "shepherds crook" armchairs are extremely rare and to find one with original tapestry seat is possibly unique. This one is exceptionally well drawn with superb flowing lines to the out-swept arms and about the best ball & claw feet you are ever likely to see. The ultimate in early Georgian desk-chairs.

Date of Manufacture

Christopher Buck Antiques Ltd. has dated this Antique Shepherd Crook Armchair to the 18th Century.

Height
91.4cm (35.98")
Width
58.4cm (22.99")
Depth
53.3cm (20.98")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA875669
Dealers Internal Ref
400247
Christopher Buck Antiques Ltd.
Christopher Buck Antiques Ltd.
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2019
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Archive I An antique wooden armchair featuring an escutcheon back, curved shepherds crook arms, cabriole legs with ball and claw feet, and an upholstered patterned seat. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Escutcheon-back/shepherd's Crook Armchair

Archive II An antique wooden armchair featuring an escutcheon back, curved shepherds crook arms, cabriole legs with ball and claw feet, and an upholstered patterned seat. View II
Archive III An antique wooden armchair featuring an escutcheon back, curved shepherds crook arms, cabriole legs with ball and claw feet, and an upholstered patterned seat. View III
Archive IV An antique wooden armchair featuring an escutcheon back, curved shepherds crook arms, cabriole legs with ball and claw feet, and an upholstered patterned seat. View IV
Archive V An antique wooden armchair featuring an escutcheon back, curved shepherds crook arms, cabriole legs with ball and claw feet, and an upholstered patterned seat. View V
Archive VI An antique wooden armchair featuring an escutcheon back, curved shepherds crook arms, cabriole legs with ball and claw feet, and an upholstered patterned seat. View VI
Archive VII An antique wooden armchair featuring an escutcheon back, curved shepherds crook arms, cabriole legs with ball and claw feet, and an upholstered patterned seat. View VII
Archive VIII An antique wooden armchair featuring an escutcheon back, curved shepherds crook arms, cabriole legs with ball and claw feet, and an upholstered patterned seat. View VIII
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Christopher Buck Antiques Ltd.

Christopher Buck Antiques Ltd.
Telephone 01303 221229
Location
Faversham
Kent
United Kingdom

By appointment only.
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/christopherbuck
Verified Since Aug 2019
Items For Sale 58
Items Sold 320
Christopher Buck Antiques Ltd.
Christopher Buck Antiques Ltd.
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An antique wooden armchair featuring an escutcheon back, curved shepherds crook arms, cabriole legs with ball and claw feet, and an upholstered patterned seat.
Escutcheon-back/Shepherd's Crook Armchair
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An antique wooden armchair featuring an escutcheon back, curved shepherds crook arms, cabriole legs with ball and claw feet, and an upholstered patterned seat.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Upholstery Fabric
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsEscutcheon back, Shepherds crook arms, Cabriole legs, Ball and claw feet
  • SizeH 91.4 cm (36 in) x W 58.4 cm (23 in) x D 53.3 cm (21 in)

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The escutcheon-back features a shaped wooden backrest resembling a heraldic shield, while the shepherds crook design incorporates curved arms resembling a traditional shepherds staff.

These chairs were predominantly constructed from dense native or imported timbers such as mahogany, walnut, or oak, often featuring hand-carved details and traditional upholstered drop-in seats.

Authenticity is identified through traditional joinery techniques such as mortise and tenon joints, hand-cut dovetails, aged timber patination, and tool marks consistent with period craftsmanship.

Pairing this historic seating with minimalist modern furniture creates a striking focal point, allowing the traditional craftsmanship and warm wood tones to stand out against neutral backdrops.

Maintain antique wood by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources, applying periodic applications of microcrystalline wax, and avoiding harsh chemical cleaning agents.
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