Authentic Hitchcock by Nichols & Stone Hand-Decorated Rush Seat Dining Chairs – Set of 4

Description : A matching set of four Authentic Hitchcock dining chairs manufactured by Nichols & Stone Co., featuring the classic stenciled fruit basket and floral motif with hand-painted accents. Each chair is crafted from solid hardwood with a woven rush seat, turned front legs, and the iconic curved crest rail. The chairs retain their original finish and decorative details, showing light wear consistent with age while remaining sturdy and ready for everyday use. Their timeless Colonial Revival styling makes them equally suited for traditional dining rooms, farmhouse interiors, or as accent seating.

Era
Late 20th Century, circa 1970s–1990s.

Style
Colonial Revival / Hitchcock.

Technique
Solid hardwood construction with turned components, hand-applied stencil decoration, woven rush seats, and stained finish.

Tools Used
Wood lathe, table saw, mortise-and-tenon joinery, carving and shaping tools, stencil application tools, rush weaving tools, sanding equipment, and finishing tools.

History
Nichols & Stone produced Authentic Hitchcock furniture under license, continuing the celebrated New England chair tradition inspired by Lambert Hitchcock's early 19th-century designs. These chairs remain valued for their craftsmanship, decorative stenciling, and everyday durability.

Manufacturer / Maker
Authentic Hitchcock by Nichols & Stone Co. (maker's mark present).

Measurements
17 ¾" W × 35 ½" H × 18" D × 18" Seat Height.

Suggested Weight
Approximately 14–16 lbs. each (56–64 lbs. for the set).

Suggested Shipping Package Dimension
22" W × 42" H × 22" D per chair, or palletized approximately 24" × 40" × 46" for the set.

Music
"Simple Gifts" – Traditional American Folk.

Item Number : P17053

Category : Dining Chair/Set

Brand : Authentic Hitchcock by Nichols & Stone Co. (maker's mark present).