Georgian Mahogany Carver Chairs 1920 - 1940

Name: Pair Georgian Style Mahogany Carver Armchairs
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1004562
Price: 250 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectDining Chairs
Period1920 - 1940
StyleGeorgian Revival
MaterialMahogany, Upholstery Fabric
ColourDark Brown
MotifsPierced back splat, Curved open arms, Square tapered legs, Spade feet
SizeH 99 cm (39 in) x W 58.5 cm (23 in) x D 43 cm (17 in)

This pair of 1930 Georgian revival style carver armchairs is made of dark brown mahogany with an original polish finish. Each armchair features a rounded backrest with a vertical pierced splat, curved open arms, and light grey upholstered drop-in cushion seats. The frames are raised on square tapered forelegs terminating in spade feet, joined by straight H-stretchers near the floor. The timber shows visible surface wear, patination, and minor variations in tone across the arms and legs. Each chair measures 99 cm high, 58.5 cm wide, and 43 cm deep. Suitable for residential interiors, these armchairs function as traditional dining chairs positioned around a formal dining table, or as occasional seating in a living room, study, or hallway. The study condition allows for immediate use or restoration to taste. The compact footprint accommodates placement in medium to large rooms while providing supportive armrests for seating comfort.

FAQs

Georgian style carver armchairs typically feature arched top rails, pierced vertical back splats, shaped open arms, and tapered legs, drawing design inspiration from 18th-century English cabinetmakers.

Fine dense timbers such as mahogany and walnut were primary choices, often combined with traditional joinery, corner blocks, and drop-in upholstered seats framed in timber.

Authentic 18th-century pieces usually exhibit hand-cut mortise and tenon joints, irregular saw marks on underside frames, original patina in unpolished areas, and hand-forged iron fasteners rather than modern uniform screws.

Positioning a pair of mahogany carvers at the ends of a modern dining table creates visual contrast, or placing individual chairs in an entryway or study adds structural warmth to a minimalist interior.

Keep the timber away from direct heat sources and sunlight to avoid warping, clean surfaces with a soft damp cloth, apply beeswax polish periodically, and professionally re-upholster fabric seats when worn.

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