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19Th Century Scottish Islands Porters Chair

Stock No

18825

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2010

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Item Description

A good 19th century Scottish Islands Porters Chair, covered in its original black faux leather , made in the Shetland Islands from grass and often pieces of driftwood because the lack of wood on the islands. The curved backs and hood would have kept the warmth for the fire in , and draughts from sometimes wild Orkney weather out. 
Measurements: 45cm High (floor to seat)  

Item Info

Seller

BROWNRIGG

Seller Location

Tetbury, Gloucestershire, Gloucestershire

Item Dimensions

H: 150cm W: 78cm D: 64cm

Period

c1880

Item Location

United Kingdom

Seller Location

Tetbury, Gloucestershire, Gloucestershire

Item Location

United Kingdom

Seller Contact No

+44 (0)01666 500887

+44 (0)7751 542149

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