{"title":"Elm Antique Furniture Collection","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"200\" data-end=\"682\"\u003eElm is one of the great traditional timbers of English furniture-making, valued for its strength, durability, and striking grain. With a colour ranging from warm honey-brown to a deeper russet, elm was used extensively in vernacular country furniture, often paired with other native timbers such as yew and ash. Its bold swirling grain, when quarter-cut, could produce dramatic decorative effects, giving elm furniture a distinctive rustic beauty that remains highly prized today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"684\" data-end=\"711\"\u003eOrigins and Qualities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"712\" data-end=\"1216\"\u003eElm grows widely across Britain and Europe, thriving in damp soil and reaching substantial sizes. The timber is heavy and coarse-grained, with a pronounced, sometimes wavy figure. It resists splitting, making it particularly well suited to large single boards for seats, table tops, and case furniture. Unlike oak or walnut, elm was rarely used in the finest London cabinetmaking workshops, but in country furniture it was essential, giving rural craftsmen a sturdy, reliable material for everyday use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1218\" data-end=\"1239\"\u003eDecorative Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1240\" data-end=\"1650\"\u003eAlthough elm is often associated with robust functionality, it can also be highly decorative. Quarter-sawn elm reveals a lively, swirling grain pattern that has great visual character. It was frequently used for table tops, chest fronts, and chair seats, where the natural figuring could be fully appreciated. Combined with its warm tone and durability, elm lent vernacular furniture a characterful presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1652\" data-end=\"1685\"\u003eElm in Vernacular Furniture\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1686\" data-end=\"2150\"\u003eElm’s most iconic use is in the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1718\" data-end=\"1735\"\u003eWindsor chair\u003c\/strong\u003e, where broad, solid elm boards were employed for the seats, while yew, ash, or beech formed the turned and bent spindles. This pairing of elm and yew gave Windsor chairs their distinct strength and beauty, making them a mainstay of English domestic life in the 18th and 19th centuries. Elm was also used for country dressers, coffers, and farmhouse tables, reflecting its role as a practical yet handsome timber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2152\" data-end=\"2175\"\u003eMakers and Legacy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2176\" data-end=\"2524\"\u003eWhile elm was seldom featured in the work of great cabinetmakers such as Chippendale or Gillows, it played a vital role in regional and rural workshops, underpinning the tradition of English country furniture. In the 19th century, elm continued to be used in rustic and utility furniture, admired for its durability and its richly figured boards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2526\" data-end=\"2786\"\u003eToday, antique elm furniture is valued for its robust charm and strong sense of place. From the swirling grain of a Windsor chair seat to the bold planks of a farmhouse table, elm remains synonymous with the character of traditional English furniture-making.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"magnificent-welsh-elm-open-dresser-base","title":"Magnificent Welsh Elm Open Dresser Base","description":"\u003cp\u003eA remarkable example of Welsh craftsmanship, this open dresser base epitomises the robust elegance of mid-18th century cabinet furniture. Distinct in its highly figured elm construction, the piece captures the understated yet substantial aesthetic admired in period sideboards from rural Wales.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrigin: Wales\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDate: Circa 1750\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterial: Elm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: Height 85 cm (33.5 ins), Width 226 cm (89 ins), Depth 61 cm (24 ins)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: Excellent patina with minor signs of age, consistent with period wear\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis magnificent Welsh dresser base offers a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial slice of Georgian country style. Cabinets such as these were typically used for both storage and display in farmhouse kitchens, their solid construction balancing practicality with rustic charm. The simple moulded edge atop the single elm plank and the canted corners reflect a design ethos grounded in functionality, yet the exceptional figuring in the wood renders the piece a visual delight. Similar examples reside in notable collections, including St Fagans National Museum of History, underscoring the historical importance of such forms within Welsh furniture heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNotable Features:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuperb use of highly figured elm throughout, with a deep, lustrous patina  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle-plank top adorned with a subtle moulded edge and canted corners  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree short drawers featuring original-style drop handles, offering both charm and utility  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaised on straight-cut square legs, evoking classic 18th-century cabinet furniture proportions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dresser’s design stands out for its refined lines and harmonious scale. Its straight legs and clean silhouette speak to the restrained taste of the Georgian period, while the robust construction ensures enduring stability. The natural grain of the elm, rarely found with such dramatic figuring, amplifies its collector appeal. Pieces of this scale and presence remain highly sought-after amongst collectors and those wishing to furnish a room with authentic period style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis sideboard is not only a distinguished example of Welsh cabinet furniture, but it is also remarkably practical. Its generous proportions make it ideal for display in a hallway, dining room, or kitchen, with ample surface area and well-sized drawers for storage. Whether enhancing an existing collection or serving as a focal point in a home, this dresser base brings heritage, utility, and enduring beauty to any setting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Collection CK20","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51195130478929,"sku":"21813","price":22000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0935\/5873\/5185\/files\/background-editor_output_ed5d2d8c-dae5-4f4d-8495-331b2186a789.png?v=1748599530"},{"product_id":"set-of-five-elm-stools","title":"Set of Five Elm Stools","description":"\u003cp\u003eSet of Five Mid 20th Century Elm Stools\u003cbr\u003e\nFrance, Circa 1960\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Collection EE30","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51215792177489,"sku":"23140","price":1950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0935\/5873\/5185\/files\/background-editor_output_b9ba1908-9e65-4faf-a09b-6a7f734ebfba.png?v=1748980815"},{"product_id":"important-rare-set-of-nine-applique-silk-panels-by-marianna-elmo","title":"Important Rare Set of Nine Appliqué Silk Panels by Marianna Elmo","description":"\u003cp\u003eImportant and rare set of nine exquisite New Testament silk thread appliqué panels known as Broderies à fils collés. Each panel depicts a distinct biblical scene, rendered with remarkable precision and delicacy. Signed Marianna Elmo.\u003cbr\u003eItaly, Lecce, circa 1750\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrame H: 95 cms (37.5 ins)\u003cbr\u003eFrame W: 75 cms (30 ins)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe images are created using the technique known as broderie à fils collés, where thin polychrome silk threads and metal threads are meticulously applied side by side onto a virgin beeswax-coated cardboard base. The faces and limbs of the figures are crafted from cut satin shapes, further painted with tempera or watercolor to achieve lifelike detail. The panels contain many figures embroidered and painted with remarkable skill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e– 8 panels: 26 x 20 cm each\u003cbr\u003e– Centre panel: 24 x 18 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProvenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAcquired from Sotheby’s, London, in the 1960s by the owner’s father; reframed in Paris by Christian de Beaumont.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComparable Works\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e– The Flight into Egypt (1752, Museum of San Martino, Naples)\u003cbr\u003e– Casket reliquary of St. Mary of Banzi (1754, Banzi, Province of Potenza)\u003cbr\u003e– A pair of Italian appliqué metal-thread and silk thread and painted silk portraits, depicting Charles VII, King of Naples and Sicily, and his wife Maria Amalia of Saxony, signed Marianna Elmo, Lecce mid-18th century (Sotheby’s London, Lot 32, 6 July 2010, Sold for £15,000).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExhibitions and Renewed Interest\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMarianna Elmo’s work gained renewed attention through the 2003-2004 exhibition Marianna Elmo and The Art of Embroidery in Southern Italy in the First Half of the Eighteenth Century at the Pinacoteca Provinciale di Bari. This exhibition, curated by Clara Gelao, highlighted the significance of her contributions to the art of embroidery. Further recent recognition came with the 2007-2008 exhibition L’Arte delle Donne, dal Rinascimento al Surrealismo (The Art of Women, from the Renaissance to Surrealism) at the Palazzo Reale Royal Palace in Milan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nwtiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51225785860433,"sku":"96140","price":12500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0935\/5873\/5185\/files\/0W2A4535.jpg?v=1749158966"},{"product_id":"a-fine-welsh-elm-dresser","title":"A Fine Welsh Elm Dresser","description":"\u003cp\u003eA fine elm North Welsh Dresser with shaped panels to the base, and fine detailing to the fascia board and sides of the rack, the dresser has very fine patterning to the grain, wonderful deep rich colour and excellent patina. 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