Description
Beautiful Antique English High Ladder Back Rush Seat Side Chair, c. Late 19th Century. This piece features intricate decorative details with five elegantly curved slats, turned posts and front stretcher and woven rush seats. The wood is finished in a versatile and striking dark brown / black tone that contrasts nicely with the rush seat and has developed a lovely patina over time. The seat is generously sized and comfortable.
Dimensions: 18.25"W x 17.5"D x 43.5"H
Seat Height: 17.25"
Seat Depth: 16.25"
Back Rest Height (from top of seat): 28"
Condition: Great antique condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Surface wear to wood and rush seat. Upon close inspection, there is some texturing of the wood finish throughout the piece which is not cracking or flaking. Please see photos.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Great antique condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Surface wear to wood and rush seat. Upon close inspection, there is some texturing of the wood finish throughout the piece which is not cracking or flaking. Please see photos.
Origin:
United Kingdom
Materials & Techniques:
Rush, Wood
Details:
Seat Interior Width: 18.25in
Seat Height: 17.25in
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Seat Interior Depth: 16.25in
Number of Seats: 1
Dimensions: 18.25"W x 17.5"D x 43.5"H
Seat Height: 17.25"
Seat Depth: 16.25"
Back Rest Height (from top of seat): 28"
Condition: Great antique condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Surface wear to wood and rush seat. Upon close inspection, there is some texturing of the wood finish throughout the piece which is not cracking or flaking. Please see photos.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Great antique condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Surface wear to wood and rush seat. Upon close inspection, there is some texturing of the wood finish throughout the piece which is not cracking or flaking. Please see photos.
Origin:
United Kingdom
Materials & Techniques:
Rush, Wood
Details:
Seat Interior Width: 18.25in
Seat Height: 17.25in
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Seat Interior Depth: 16.25in
Number of Seats: 1
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Great antique condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Surface wear to wood and rush seat. Upon close inspection, there is some texturing of the wood finish throughout the piece which is not cracking or flaking. Please see photos.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
43.5 x 18.25 x 17.5 in
Antique English High Ladder Back Rush Seat Side Chair
Estimate $340-$580
Starting Bid
$170
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Autumn Treasures: Art & Interiors
Oct 28, 2026, 4:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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