Antique Country House Captain's Chair, English Elm, Smoker's Bow Seat, Victorian

Our Stock # 25109

This is an antique country house captain's chair. An English, elm smoker's bow or elbow seat, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.

• Superb country house appeal with the classic bow form
• Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good original order
• Select elm stocks show excellent grain interest throughout
• Graced with appealing caramel hues to the delightful form
  
  
• The upper rail crowned with a prominent arched and bowed back rest
• Baluster turned spindles rise obliquely supporting the striking horseshoe armrest
• Each arm terminates in out-turned scrolled hand grips
• Saddle deeply sculpted with defined leg scallops
• Standing upon a quartet of stout baluster legs united by a 'H' stretcher

This is a striking antique country house captain's chair, with appealing colour and fine English craftsmanship. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 65cm (25.5'')
Max Depth: 53.5cm (21'')
Max Height: 77.5cm (30.5'')

Seat Width: 39.5cm (15.5'')
Seat Depth: 40cm (15.75'')
Seat Height: 49.5cm (19.5'')