A good example of a high back Windsor chair dating from the mid 19th century. It has a hooped back enclosing tapering spindles and a pierced back splat. It has a thick shaped elm seat and stands on turned legs joined by a crinoline stretcher. It has a makers stamp for "E.Gabbitass, Worksop".
It is in good original condition. There are signs of age and use and some light marks and knocks on the seat and around the legs but nothing detrimental. It has developed a wonderful rich patina and there are traces of the original old stain or varnish which has worn attractively over time. There has been an old repair to a split in the back of the arm which is now strong and sturdy. There is some slight wear to the tips of the legs and the chair has probably lost a little bit of height over the years. It has been gently cleaned and polished and is ready for use.
The chair stands approximately 40" (102cm) high. Arm to arm the chair is 21" (53cm) wide and overall the chair is approximately 23" (58cm) deep. The seat is 16" (40.5cm) high.
*Elizabeth Gabbitass, of the Gabbitass family who were a well known chair making family based in Worksop, Nottinghamshire. Following the death of her husband, John Gabbittass, who was widely regarded as the finest chair maker in Nottinghamshire, Elizabeth continued the business for a short period between 1839 and 1844
