Antique Carved Veranda Chair, Ceylonese, Teak, Ornate Seat, Victorian, C.1880

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This is an antique carved veranda chair. A Ceylonese, solid teak ornate seat, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1880.

… Read more This is an antique carved veranda chair. A Ceylonese, solid teak ornate seat, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1880.

Exceptional craftsmanship to this superb showpiece chair
Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout
Delightfully robust and solid teak with an impervious nature
Finished with deep russet hues, accentuating the profusely carved stocks

Three mystic figures adorn the crest rail, the middle figure sat prominently atop a shaped pediment
Bold and upright frame with an ornate field panel to the back rest
Panel hosts a trio of figures set amongst flowers and fruiting vines
Foliate decor plentiful, with striking relief carvings abundant across each surface

Seat edge hosts relief carved borders, with attractive flowerhead motif
Fascinating shaped aprons adorn the seat edge, with foliate patera and sitting deity relief
Standing upon prominent elephant front legs, canted and in the cabriole manner
Square section rear legs adorned with pattern carvings below a decorative panelled rear

This is a striking antique carved veranda chair, with exceptional Ceylonese craftsmanship and great proportion. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 57cm (22.5'')
Max Depth: 58cm (22.75'')
Max Height: 117.5cm (46.25'')

Seat Width: 46cm (18'')
Seat Depth: 41cm (16.25'')
Seat Height: 44cm (17.25'') See less