Antique Morning Room Elbow Chair, Scottish, Oak, Gothic Revival Seat, Victorian

This is an antique morning room elbow chair. A Scottish, carved oak throne seat in Gothic revival taste, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1880.

Broad and generous form to this country house chair
Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order
Select Scottish oak presents fine grain interest throughout
Dark caramel hues adorn the deep timber frame

Relief carving accentuates the top rail with a grapevine shield to the centre
Upholstered back rest framed by relief patterns to the outside
Professionally reupholstered in a vibrant claret red velvet and press stud trim

Traditionally stuffed cushion set at a comfortable height of 46.5cm (18.25'')
Thick, shaped arms sit upon serpentine front supports
Fascinating lion head masks grace each knuckle of the arms

Lower apron in sash form with relief decor and scroll detail
Striking bulb form front legs adorned with grape detail over acanthus gadrooning
Front legs standing upon a pair of collared circular feet
Distinctive rear legs in square section, with turned ends

This is an inviting antique morning room elbow chair, presenting a generous frame adorned with delightful Gothic revival overtones. Can be enjoyed as is, or reupholstered to individual taste. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 60cm (23.5'')
Max Depth: 62.5cm (24.5'')
Max Height: 105cm (41.25'')

Seat Width: 45cm (17.75'')
Seat Depth: 49cm (19.25'')
Seat Height: 46.5cm (18.25'')