Antique Victorian Scottish Orkney Childs Chair

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A charming antique Scottish child's Orkney chair displaying the distinctive vernacular character associated with traditional island furniture. Constructed with a … Read more A charming antique Scottish child's Orkney chair displaying the distinctive vernacular character associated with traditional island furniture. Constructed with a pine frame, the chair incorporates the characteristic high woven back associated with Orkney seating, scaled down to proportions suitable for a child. The combination of rustic timber construction and traditional woven work gives the chair considerable sculptural and folk-art appeal, making it equally suitable as children's furniture or as a decorative collectible within a country or traditional interior. The piece remains an appealing example of Scottish vernacular furniture. Period: Victorian Country of Origin: United Kingdom Dimensions: Height: 61 cm Width: 26 cm Depth: 44 cm See less