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Rare set of four handmade rustic armchairs from ca. 1750-1830
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Zwinderen, NetherlandsOn Whoppah since August 2022 • 49 sales
Product description
Rare set of four handmade rustic armchairs
Northern Europe, ca. 1750–1830
This exceptional set of four rustic armchairs is entirely handmade from very heavy solid wood and is a powerful example of European folk art from the late 18th to early 19th century. The chairs are crafted using traditional mortise and tenon joints, wooden pegs, and natural branches for the armrests, without the use of machining techniques.
Although the chairs were clearly intended as an original set, each one is unique in form. The subtle differences in proportion, lines, and detailing reflect the artisanal method and the use of locally available wood. It is precisely this variation that gives the set its distinct character and sculptural quality.
The wood species cannot be determined with absolute certainty, but it is a very heavy and hard wood, possibly oak or a tropical hardwood such as teak. The considerable weight of the chairs, combined with the dense structure and durability of the wood, underscores this. The coarse wood grain, deep wear, and richly developed patina indicate intensive use over several generations.
The chairs are in an honest, unrestored condition, without any modern interventions. Cracks, discoloration, and irregularities are entirely consistent with age and contribute to their authenticity and aesthetic appeal. The construction is solid and stable.
Such complete sets are rare, especially in this quality and with this distinctive appearance. Today, these types of chairs are valued not only as functional furniture but also as statement pieces in high-end interiors, gallery displays, and architectural settings. They fit effortlessly into wabi-sabi, brutalist, minimalist, and eclectic interiors.
Details
• Set of four chairs
• Very heavy solid wood
(possibly oak or a tropical hardwood such as teak)
• Handmade, mortise and tenon construction
• Northern Europe
• Approx. 1750–1830
• Authentic patina and signs of wear
• Structurally solid, unrestored
A rare and characterful set with a powerful historical and sculptural presence.
Specifications
ConditionVery goodColorsBrownMaterialWoodNumber of items4Height90 cmWidth80 cmDepth60 cmSeat height45 cm
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About this seller
Zwinderen, NetherlandsOn Whoppah since August 2022 • 49 sales