Windsor Chairs are characterized by a common bow shape back, and a solid wooden, saddle-shaped seat into which back spindles and legs are fixed. It is a chair that is well recognized in history, dating back to the late 17th century. Legend has it that King George III discovered the Windsor chair in a cottage while fox hunting. Pleased with the chair, he had a number crafted to be placed in the Windsor Castle, thus bringing about its name.

The Windsor chair is constructed of slender spindles that are anchored into tapered sockets in the seat. It has a high spoked back, and its outward-slanting legs are joined to the seat with immensely sturdy wedged tenon joints. Traditionally, handcrafted stretchers connect the front and back legs, while a crossbar connects both stretchers.

The most essential part of a Windsor chair is the seat itself, as the seat provides the stability for both the upper and lower portions of the chair. Each seat blank is carefully selected, and the utmost care is given to shaping the seat, both to achieve the desired look and the perfect feel.

Exact styles of the Windsor chair differ from England to the United States. They also differ regionally in the United States. For example, craftsmen in Philadelphia are recognized for their plain tapered legs, while craftsmen in New England pioneered the continuous-arm style. The development of regional styles is a testament to the Windsor chairs place in history.

No matter the style, the Windsor chair has earned its good reputation. Throughout history and into the present, the Windsor chair has been celebrated for its comfort, stability, and simple elegance!

Check out our American Windsor Collection for some of our finest Windsor chairs!


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Hertford Windsor Dining Chair
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Amish Hertford Windsor Dining Chair
from $355.50  $395
Est. Delivery in 11-13 Weeks
Outlet: Maple Wood Windsor Dining Chair In-Stock
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Amish Outlet: Maple Wood Windsor Dining Chair In-Stock
from $316.40  $452
Est. Delivery in 3-5 Weeks
Bow-Back Chassell Windsor Chair
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Amish Bow-Back Chassell Windsor Chair
from $337.50  $375
Est. Delivery in 11-13 Weeks
Asheville Fan Back Windsor Dining Chair
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Amish Asheville Fan Back Windsor Dining Chair
from $377.10  $419
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Alexandria Windsor Swivel Counter and Bar Stool
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Amish Alexandria Windsor Swivel Counter and Bar Stool
from $454.50  $505
Est. Delivery in 11-13 Weeks
Continuous Arm Hertford Windsor Bench
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Amish Furniture Continuous Arm Hertford Windsor Bench
from $940.50  $1,045
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Claymont Sack Back Windsor Bench
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Amish Claymont Sack Back Windsor Bench
from $985.50  $1,095
Est. Delivery in 11-13 Weeks
Wilton Windsor Chair
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Amish Wilton Windsor Chair
from $575.10  $639
Est. Delivery in 11-13 Weeks
American Farmhouse Windsor Bench
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Amish American Farmhouse Windsor Bench
from $1,106.10  $1,229
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48" Wilton Windsor Bench
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Amish 48" Wilton Windsor Bench
from $1,264.50  $1,405
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Continuous Arm Hertford Windsor Desk Chair
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Amish Continuous Arm Hertford Windsor Desk Chair
from $796.50  $885
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9 Spindle Windsor Counter and Bar Stool
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Amish 9 Spindle Windsor Counter and Bar Stool
from $517.65  $609
Est. Delivery in 12-14 Weeks
Alexandria Solid Wood Sack Back Windsor Desk Armchair
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Amish Alexandria Solid Wood Sack Back Windsor Desk Armchair
from $796.50  $885
Est. Delivery in 11-13 Weeks
48" Windsor Bench In-Stock and Ready to Ship
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Amish 48" Windsor Bench In-Stock and Ready to Ship
from $729.50  $1,459
Est. Delivery in 3-5 Weeks
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