{"product_id":"antique-inscribed-glastonbury-chair-english-oak-gothic-armchair-victorian","title":"Antique Inscribed Glastonbury Chair, English, Oak, Gothic Armchair, Victorian","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur Stock # 26203\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis is an antique inscribed Glastonbury chair. An English, oak armchair in Gothic Revival taste, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eA superb example of the traditional Glastonbury form, this distinguished chair exhibits the Latin dedication as featured on the 16th century original.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eDisplays a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eQuality oak presents fine grain interest and warm caramel hues\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eWonderful exposed joints a bold feature of the Glastonbury form, as are the striking X-frame legs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eDefined by the distinctive shaped arms, here accentuated with relief carvings\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eLatin motto relief carved from left to right down each arm and upon crest rail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eReads; \u003cem\u003eSit Laus Deo\u003c\/em\u003e - \u003cem\u003eIohannes Arthurus\u003c\/em\u003e - \u003cem\u003eMonacus Glastonie\u003c\/em\u003e - \u003cem\u003eSalvet Eum Deus\u003c\/em\u003e - \u003cem\u003eDa Pacem Dñe\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eTranslated to English, it honours John Arthur Thorne, the treasurer of Glastonbury Abbey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eIt broadly reads as; Praise Be to God, John Arthur, Monk of Glastonbury, May God Save Him, Lord, Give Peace\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eThe original likely crafted to commemorate his passing during the dissolution of the Monasteries by Henry VIII\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eOrnate medallion to the back rest, with a striking quarterfoil motif to the rear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eThe flat, gently recessed seat squab sits at a comfortable height of 42cm (16.5'')\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eThe legs united for stability with a stretcher rail for additional support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis antique inscribed Glastonbury chair represents the finest qualities of late Victorian craftsmanship with robust construction, intricate carving, and enduring visual appeal. A striking addition to the study, hall, or fireside, offering both historical interest and decorative refinement. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready for the home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eMax Width: 71cm (28'')\u003cbr\u003eMax Depth: 54cm (21.25'')\u003cbr\u003eMax Height: 85cm (33.5'')\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSeat Width: 49cm (19.25'')\u003cbr\u003eSeat Depth: 37cm (14.5'')\u003cbr\u003eSeat Height: 42cm (16.5'')\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"London Fine Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57488460349813,"sku":"26203","price":895.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0385\/9077\/files\/26203-1.jpg?v=1786378536","url":"https:\/\/www.londonfine.co.uk\/products\/antique-inscribed-glastonbury-chair-english-oak-gothic-armchair-victorian","provider":"London Fine Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}