Description
Handmade rustic folk chair crafted in Germany, featuring a solid pine seat with hand-cut scalloped apron and organically shaped turned legs. The chair is constructed using traditional joinery techniques, including exposed round wooden plugs and pegged mortise-and-tenon joints, visible throughout the seat and underside.
The backrest is supported by two slightly splayed cylindrical uprights, giving the chair a distinctive Alpine or Bavarian folk character. Tool marks, natural knots, and variations in grain are present, consistent with hand construction rather than factory production.
Likely produced mid-20th century as a regional folk or chalet-style chair. Construction and materials indicate age and use rather than a modern reproduction.
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Materials
*Solid pine (seat, backrest, stretchers)
*Solid softwood branches/log-turned legs
*Wooden plugs and pegs
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Good vintage condition with visible wear consistent with age and use.
*Surface wear, scratches, and finish variation present
*Natural wood checking and grain separation visible in the seat board
*Stable and structurally sound
*No major repairs observed
Wear adds to the rustic, folk character of the piece.
Origin:
Germany
Materials & Techniques:
Pine
Details:
Country of Origin: Germany
Seat Interior Depth: 17.75in
Seat Interior Width: 16.75in
Seat Height: 17.0in
Number of Seats: 1
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
The backrest is supported by two slightly splayed cylindrical uprights, giving the chair a distinctive Alpine or Bavarian folk character. Tool marks, natural knots, and variations in grain are present, consistent with hand construction rather than factory production.
Likely produced mid-20th century as a regional folk or chalet-style chair. Construction and materials indicate age and use rather than a modern reproduction.
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Materials
*Solid pine (seat, backrest, stretchers)
*Solid softwood branches/log-turned legs
*Wooden plugs and pegs
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Good vintage condition with visible wear consistent with age and use.
*Surface wear, scratches, and finish variation present
*Natural wood checking and grain separation visible in the seat board
*Stable and structurally sound
*No major repairs observed
Wear adds to the rustic, folk character of the piece.
Origin:
Germany
Materials & Techniques:
Pine
Details:
Country of Origin: Germany
Seat Interior Depth: 17.75in
Seat Interior Width: 16.75in
Seat Height: 17.0in
Number of Seats: 1
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Good vintage condition with visible wear consistent with age and use.
* Surface wear, scratches, and finish variation present
* Natural wood checking and grain separation visible in the seat board
* Stable and structurally sound
* No major repairs observed
Wear adds to the rustic, folk character of the piece.
* Surface wear, scratches, and finish variation present
* Natural wood checking and grain separation visible in the seat board
* Stable and structurally sound
* No major repairs observed
Wear adds to the rustic, folk character of the piece.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
31.25 x 16.75 x 18 in
Handcrafted German Folk Pine Chair With Scalloped Seat, Mid-20th Century
Estimate $180-$380
Starting Bid
$90
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