Antique 19th Century Miniature Windsor Captain's Chair – Salesman Sample/Apprentice Piece, Stamped "OC".
$311.18
A rare and exceptional, highly collectible antique miniature Windsor-style Captain's armchair, dating to the late 19th or early 20th century (1880 - 1910). This fine scale model is a superb example of a traditional salesman's sample or an apprentice masterwork.
The chair is masterfully constructed using three distinct types of wood chosen for their structural properties. It features a beautifully contoured, solid carved saddle seat (likely elm), sturdily splayed turned legs and spindles (beech/ash), and a prominent arched hoop back with a central pierced splat. The components are tightly wedged and jointed with an H-stretcher base.
The underside of the seat features a crisp, professionally incised metal-punch stamp reading "OC", denoting its workshop, journeyman maker, or factory of origin.
Pre-owned and in excellent antique condition with no missing spindles or structural damage. The wood has developed a rich, deep honey-brown patina over the decades with beautiful authentic grain structure.
Measurements are:
Height - 17cm
Width - 11cm
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