Antique Glastonbury Pitch Pine Armchair

This is an antique Glastonbury chair. An English, pitch pine decorative armchair with Gothic overtones, dating to the Victorian period from 1880.
Features to note:
Delightful example of the fabled Glastonbury chair, with superb form and detail
Displaying a desirable aged patina and good order throughout
Quality pitch pine shows fine grain interest and deep caramel hues
Bold, serpentine stocks and robust cleated peg joints

Square back rest accentuated with a field panel splat
Pierced fretwork button detail to the top rail above a shaped border carving
Broad, striking arms finished with canted corners, and trefoil motif
Flat seat squab recessed gently inside the front apron at a comfortable height of 47 cm (18.5″)
Standing upon a quartet of square section legs, in tremendous X-form
Presented in very good antique condition.
This is a superior antique Glastonbury chair with unabashed Gothic revival overtones and quality stocks. Finished to a flourish throughout and sure to enhance any room. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 67 cm (26.5”)
Max Depth: 48.5 cm (19”)
Max Height: 90.5 cm (35.75”)

Seat Width: 42 cm (16.5”)
Seat Depth: 37.5 cm (14.75”)
Seat Height: 47 cm (18.5”)