Antique Austrian Softwood Peasant Chairs, 1700s, Set of 4

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Set of four rustic Austrian peasant chairs (Bauernstühle) crafted from solid softwood, dating from the 18th and 19th centuries.
Each … Read more Set of four rustic Austrian peasant chairs (Bauernstühle) crafted from solid softwood, dating from the 18th and 19th centuries.
Each chair features a solid wooden seat and a distinctive shaped backrest with a cut-out motif. The backs vary individually: two with a heart-shaped opening, one with a circular opening, and one with a distinctly different opening. The seats show natural wood grain, knots and an aged surface patina consistent with long use. The tapered legs are simply turned and splayed for stability.
The chairs display the characteristic robust and unpretentious construction of Alpine folk furniture, with honest wear and a warm, time-worn colour ranging from light honey to deeper brown tones.
Approximate dimensions of each chair:
Height 90 cm
Seat height 47 cm
Width 45 cm
Depth 45 cm
A charming and characterful group of regional Austrian chairs, ideal as a matched set or for use individually. See less