Learn about the age-old process of making a traditionally crafted Windsor comb-back chair. These chairs were first made in the West Country, from about 1710. Their strong build means that examples still survive today. To this end they hold a lifetime guarantee and will last for generations. Visit us at shows and country fairs to see demonstrations by Matt Belfrage. There are always more chairs in the pipeline. To view these new designs please contact the workshop, visit the fairs, or watch this space!
-
- Finished chair showing seat carved from a single piece of elm
-
- Initial carving of the seat with a traditional adze
-
- Shaping the arm
-
- Shaping the comb
-
- The chair components prior to assembly
-
- Fitting legs to measure up the stretchers
-
- Fitting wedges to tighten legs into the seat
-
- Arms and combs are burr elm or English walnut for their luxurious grain
-
- The rear spindles are threaded through the arm for strength and flex
-
- Seats are shaped for comfort
-
- Detail of chair with sycamore spindles and walnut arms
-
- The finished Windsor comb back chair
