Green-painted Rustic Hardwood Armchair, Early 20th Century
A rustic armchair, formed of natural hardwood boughs with an arched back and slatted seat, traces of original green painted finish, early 20th century, height 45.67 in., depth 24.02 in., width 24.02 in. Provenance: The Ruth Simon Collection, privately acquired from the above in 2005
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- Rustic - Rustic is defined as "of, relating to, or typical of country life or country people", and the items illustrated in this price guide accord with that definition.
But in the 18th and 19th century "rustic furniture" had a narrower definition. It referred to furniture where the framework was carved or moulded to resemble tree trunks and branches, and was usually for outdoor use. Rustic furniture was made in cast iron, wood, terracootta and concrete. Much of the Coalbrookdale company's cast iron furniture was of rustic design.
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- garden furniture
