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16th Century Oak Carved Hall Chairs One Barley Twist, With Carved Lions ACS

$4,496.34per set
£3,300per set
€3,832.31per set
CA$6,189.77per set
A$6,766.64per set
CHF 3,579.85per set
MX$80,973.67per set
NOK 45,548.51per set
SEK 41,695.05per set
DKK 28,624.99per set

About the Item

A Jacobean 16th Century Set of Oak Carved Hall Chairs One With Barley Twist Carved Lion Pediments One With Carved Rear Both With Brass Studs Leather Upholstery. Makers Initials A C S Carved into one chair Barley Twist Height: 99.5cm Width: 46cm Depth: 50cm Height to seat to the centre: 48cm Width of seat: 46cm Depth of seat: 38.5cm Plain Legged Chair Height: 87cm Width: 48cm Depth: 46cm Height to seat at front: 46cm Width of seat: 48cm Depth of seat: 40cm Barley twist legs were first popular in England in the late 17th century, particularly during the Restoration period, and then experienced a significant revival and widespread popularity in the late Victorian and Edwardian eras, lasting until the early 20th century. This decorative spiral leg style can be found on various furniture pieces, especially oak tables and chairs, and reflects a long history of woodworking and carving traditions. Key Periods for Barley Twist Legs in England: Late 17th Century (Restoration Period): The style gained traction and became a popular feature in English furniture. Also in the Late Victorian Edwardian Eras (Late 19th to Early 20th Century): A major revival occurred, with barley twist legs becoming very fashionable again on a wide range of furniture, often in oak.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 39.18 in (99.5 cm)Width: 18.12 in (46 cm)Depth: 19.69 in (50 cm)Seat Height: 18.9 in (48 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Jacobean (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Leather,Oak,Hand-Crafted
  • Place of Origin:
    England
  • Period:
    16th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1500 s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Condition: In good condition, structurally sound with patina and surface wear in keeping with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Reading, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: KF fsuk 1stDibs: LU8232246484382

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