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Description

A near matching pair of Victorian oak Glastonbury chairs, circa 1880, of pegged jointed construction, the backs carved with Gothic arcaded tracery over solid seats and X shaped supports.

In very good order and of good colour.

Seat height 44cm.

Physical Dimensions

Height

85cm (33.46")

Width

37cm (14.57")

Depth

44cm (17.32")

Declaration

Hand of Glory has dated these Victorian Gothic Oak Glastonbury Chairs to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA934712

Dealers Internal Reference

SKU00000317

Description

A near matching pair of Victorian oak Glastonbury chairs, circa 1880, of pegged jointed construction, the backs carved with Gothic arcaded tracery over solid seats and X shaped supports.

In very good order and of good colour.

Seat height 44cm.

Physical Dimensions

Height

85cm (33.46")

Width

37cm (14.57")

Depth

44cm (17.32")

Date of Manufacture

Hand of Glory has dated these Victorian Gothic Oak Glastonbury Chairs to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA934712

Dealers Internal Ref

SKU00000317

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Hand of Glory

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ObjectArmchairs
Period19th century
StyleVictorian & Gothic
MaterialOak
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsX-frame scissor action, Gothic tracery carving, Pegged joints, Sloping armrests
SizeH 85 cm (33 in) x W 37 cm (15 in) x D 44 cm (17 in)

FAQs

The Glastonbury chair is a form of folding armchair traditionally associated with Glastonbury Abbey, featuring an X-frame construction and pegged joints, which saw a major revival during the Victorian Gothic period.

These chairs are typically constructed from solid oak using mortise and tenon joints, pegged construction, and intricate carved tracery panels on the backrest and crest rail.

Authenticity is identified through period-appropriate timber patination, hand-carved architectural details such as trefoils and lancet arches, traditional joinery techniques, and appropriate wear consistent with age.

Pair the chair with minimalist or contemporary furnishings to create a striking contrast, or use it within a study or hallway as a statement piece that highlights architectural character.

Maintain antique oak by keeping it out of direct sunlight and away from heat sources to prevent timber splitting, applying microcrystalline wax periodically, and dusting gently with a dry, soft cloth.