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Antique Hepplewhite Dining Chairs.
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Antique Hepplewhite Dining Chairs.

18th century
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Set of 6 period mahogany Hepplewhite dining chairs with finely carved detail all in excellent used antique condition all joints are solid. The chairs retain original polished and waxed finish. I have carried out light repairs including securing the loose arms. Cleaned and waxed to warm glow finish. The seats need recovering the leather has perished. Images of the seat frames show historic repairs mainly additional bracing adding strength to the chairs. Historic dead wood worm to seat frames images shows this clearly not uncommon on chairs of this age.

Armchairs H92cm W58cm D52cm seat height 46cm.

Single chairs H92cm W54cm D50cm seat height 46cm.

Once covered will make a very useable Hepplewhite late 18th century set of chairs.The chairs will be given a final waxing before delivery making sure they arrive to you at their best.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact me Stephen 07525494275.

£1085 including UK delivery mainland only.

Physical Dimensions
Height
92cm (36.22")
Width
58cm (22.83")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Declaration

A and B Antiques has dated these Hepplewhite Mahogany Dining Chairs to the Georgian era.

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SA1031411
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212 LV
Description
Set of 6 period mahogany Hepplewhite dining chairs with finely carved detail all in excellent used antique condition all joints are solid. The chairs retain original polished and waxed finish. I have carried out light repairs including securing the loose arms. Cleaned and waxed to warm glow finish. The seats need recovering the leather has perished.
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Images of the seat frames show historic repairs mainly additional bracing adding strength to the chairs.
A and B Antiques

Historic dead wood worm to seat frames images shows this clearly not uncommon on chairs of this age.

fig 1. A set of carved mahogany Hepplewhite dining chairs featuring shield-shaped backs, carved wheat splats, and brass-studded red leather seats.
fig 1. Antique Hepplewhite Dining Chairs.

Armchairs H92cm W58cm D52cm seat height 46cm.

Single chairs H92cm W54cm D50cm seat height 46cm.

Once covered will make a very useable Hepplewhite late 18th century set of chairs.The chairs will be given a final waxing before delivery making sure they arrive to you at their best.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact me Stephen 07525494275.

£1085 including UK delivery mainland only.

Height
92cm (36.22")
Width
58cm (22.83")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Date of Manufacture

A and B Antiques has dated these Hepplewhite Mahogany Dining Chairs to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1031411
Dealers Internal Ref
212 LV
A and B Antiques
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Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2014

Useful pieces short of space hide a corner cupboard in an unused corner .

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Archive I A set of carved mahogany Hepplewhite dining chairs featuring shield-shaped backs, carved wheat splats, and brass-studded red leather seats.

Antique Hepplewhite Dining Chairs.

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A set of carved mahogany Hepplewhite dining chairs featuring shield-shaped backs, carved wheat splats, and brass-studded red leather seats.
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Hepplewhite style chairs, named after the 18th-century cabinetmaker George Hepplewhite, are defined by their delicate, balanced proportions and distinctive back shapes, such as shield, heart, or oval forms. The splats often feature carved neoclassical motifs including wheat sheaves, Prince of Wales feathers, and urns, supported by straight, tapered legs.

Primary construction typically utilised solid mahogany or satinwood due to their dense grain and durability. Upholstery was commonly completed in natural leather or silk damask, frequently secured around the seat frame with close-nailed brass studs.

Authentic period pieces exhibit hand-carved details, traditional mortise and tenon joinery, and irregular patina on the underside of the seat frames. Look for hand-cut dovetails or corner blocks on the interior framework and subtle hand-planing marks along the wooden surfaces.

These period chairs can be integrated into modern settings by pairing them with a minimalist oak or stone dining table to create visual contrast. The rich timber tones add warmth to neutral dining spaces, while the carved silhouettes provide sculptural interest.

Mahogany frames should be dusted regularly with a soft cloth and nourished annually with a natural beeswax polish. Leather seats require occasional cleaning with a damp cloth followed by a specialised leather conditioner to prevent drying or cracking.
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