Antique Orkney Chair

This Orkney chair is one of the most unique and special items to ever land in our possession.

Orkney chairs are made on the northern islands of Scotland; their design originated a few hundred years ago, made by the crofters on the island to protect against wind, and for practical use. Originally closer to the ground to keep smoke from the fire away from the person occupying the chair, and sometime accompanied by a hood, these chairs were made from driftwood and straw from local fields. The lack of wood growing on the islands forced the makers to scour for driftwood. Today the chairs continue to be made by craftspeople on the islands, now using other woods, in a traditional style taught and handed down over generations.

This particular chair for sale  is believed to be from the 19th century, and is in excellent condition. Age-appropriate wear throughout, structurally sound. 

41'"H x 24"W at arms, 24.75"W at top, seat 15.5"H, seat 17.25" deep, 22.5"D overall

This item requires freight shipping. Delivery is not included in the price. Please contact us for a quote prior to purchase.

A 20% restocking fee will result if an order is canceled due to any delivery issue, or if an item is purchased without consulting us for a quote beforehand.

Items ship within 5-7 days from purchase via UPS, unless otherwise noted.

If freight shipping is noted, please contact us for a shipping quote prior to purchase. If an item is purchased without consulting us for a quote, and subsequently canceled due to any delivery issue, a 20% restocking fee will result. 

Please expect longer shipping transit times for furniture. It can occasionally take up to four weeks for purchases to be processed by the freight shipper and have logistics arranged. Delivery times can range, but on average be anywhere from 2-8 weeks once purchase is made.