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Antique set of Farthingale Chairs 17th Century


FARTHINGALE CHAIRS
This is a very rare set of farthingale chairs in oak from the 17th Century c1640-60, they could be as late as 1680. At this point chairs were jointed and this is accepted as the first design to be a comfortable chair. Dating from the English Civil war and the days of Cromwell. This set is a harlequin set with two pairs being identical. If you look at the front uprights near the top of them you will see a slight difference in the turnings. The variation is very slight and hard to see, these chairs were very expensive things in there day. They have classic form with bobbin turned stretchers. We are selling the frames un-upholstered, there are repairs to these chairs from the centuries as you would expect from chairs that are 350-370 years old. They are a good solid set and like the last set we sold are good example and are 17th Century, please read the section on this website About us to see our CV,s.
Please ring for more information if you want to chat about condition or just come and have a look.
They are
19 inches wide
38 inches high
16 inches deep
frame seat height is 18 inches in this stripped state before upholstery
We are Mews Antiques based in Worcestershire, WR9 8NN. On larger items we offer free delivery within 100 miles of this postcode which includes the London diaspora. On smaller items we ship using interlink express. Please ring us about any item you have questions on
01905 923702
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Droitwich Spa
Worcestershire
Tel : 01905 923702
Non UK callers : +44 1905 923702
This is a very rare set of farthingale chairs in oak from the 17th Century c1640-60, they could be as late as 1680. At this point chairs were jointed and this is accepted as the first design to be a comfortable chair. Dating from the English Civil war and the days of Cromwell. This set is a harlequin set with two pairs being identical. If you look at the front uprights near the top of them you will see a slight difference in the turnings. The variation is very slight and hard to see, these chairs were very expensive things in there day. They have classic form with bobbin turned stretchers. We are selling the frames un-upholstered, there are repairs to these chairs from the centuries as you would expect from chairs that are 350-370 years old. They are a good solid set and like the last set we sold are good example and are 17th Century, please read the section on this website About us to see our CV,s.
Please ring for more information if you want to chat about condition or just come and have a look.
They are
19 inches wide
38 inches high
16 inches deep
frame seat height is 18 inches in this stripped state before upholstery
We are Mews Antiques based in Worcestershire, WR9 8NN. On larger items we offer free delivery within 100 miles of this postcode which includes the London diaspora. On smaller items we ship using interlink express. Please ring us about any item you have questions on
01905 923702
Price The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 8/MAY/2025. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. Please ring or email to discuss this item
DimensionsFARTHINGALE CHAIRS
This is a very rare set of farthingale chairs in oak from the 17th Century c1640-60, they could be as late as 1680. At this point chairs were jointed and this is accepted as the first design to be a comfortable chair. Dating from the English Civil war and the days of Cromwell. This set is a harlequin set with two pairs being identical. If you look at the front uprights near the top of them you will see a slight difference in the turnings. The variation is very slight and hard to see, these chairs were very expensive things in there day. They have classic form with bobbin turned stretchers. We are selling the frames un-upholstered, there are repairs to these chairs from the centuries as you would expect from chairs that are 350-370 years old. They are a good solid set and like the last set we sold are good example and are 17th Century, please read the section on this website About us to see our CV,s.
Please ring for more information if you want to chat about condition or just come and have a look.
They are
19 inches wide
38 inches high
16 inches deep
frame seat height is 18 inches in this stripped state before upholstery
Category Antique Furniture
Period Cromwellian Antiques
Material Oak and Elm
Origin English
Condition Good Pre-loved Condition Commensurate with age, please ring for further condition report
Item code as442a146
Status Sold
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By appointment only
Droitwich Spa
Worcestershire
Tel : 01905 923702
Non UK callers : +44 1905 923702
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