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LORFORDS ANTIQUES

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Rare 19th Century Irish famine chair. Beautifully constructed from ash with a lovely washed out colour. The chair is very robust and with a wide seat incredibly comfortable to sit in. An Irish famine chair is a type of Vernacular chair made during the great famine in Ireland (1845-1852). These chairs characterised by their simple and practical design and use of readily available materials. The construction is often robust, reflecting the need for durability during a time of hardship.

  • Period:
  • Sold
  • Location: Gloucestershire
    • Dimensions: H: 78cm (30.71in)
    • W: 63cm (24.80in)
    • D: 61cm (24.02in)