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George IV Mahogany Library Armchair
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George IV Mahogany Library Armchair

19th century
Sold 26 May 2025 · Desired Effect Antiques Ltd
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Description

A good quality early 19th century carved mahogany library armchair. Raised on turned front legs and brass casters. A good fluid shape and nicely detailed arms.

In fair condition with evidence of historic repairs but structurally firm.

For restoration and upholstery.

64cm wide

85cm deep

93cm high

40cm seat height

Date of Manufacture

Desired Effect Antiques Ltd has dated this George IV Mahogany Armchair to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
93cm (36.61")
Width
64cm (25.20")
Depth
85cm (33.46")
Reference Numbers
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SA1039326
Description
A good quality early 19th century carved mahogany library armchair. Raised on turned front legs and brass casters. A good fluid shape and nicely detailed arms.

In fair condition with evidence of historic repairs but structurally firm.

For restoration and upholstery.

64cm wide

85cm deep

93cm high

40cm seat height

Date of Manufacture

Desired Effect Antiques Ltd has dated this George IV Mahogany Armchair to the 19th Century.

Height
93cm (36.61")
Width
64cm (25.20")
Depth
85cm (33.46")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1039326
Desired Effect Antiques Ltd
Desired Effect Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2023

We deal in a range of pieces such as tables, storage and seating, ranging from the 18th through to the mid 20th century.

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Desired Effect Antiques Ltd
Telephone 07926 880796
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Carlinghow mills
West Yorkshire
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/desiredeffectltd
Verified Since Jun 2023
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Items Sold 763
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A front-facing view of a George IV mahogany library armchair with exposed hessian webbing and turned legs on brass castors.
George IV Mahogany Library Armchair
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorge IV
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass, Hessian
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsTurned legs, Brass castors, Scroll arms, Exposed webbing
  • SizeH 93 cm (37 in) x W 64 cm (25 in) x D 85 cm (33 in)

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The George IV period, spanning from 1820 to 1830, bridges Regency and early Victorian design, often featuring robust classical proportions, heavy scrollwork, and rich mahogany timbers.

These chairs are typically constructed from solid mahogany or other dense hardwoods, featuring traditional mortise and tenon joinery, webbed upholstery foundations, and turned front legs fitted with brass castors.

Authenticity is indicated by hand-cut joints, patination consistent with age on the timber framework, traditional hand-forged fixings, and internal webbing structures that align with period manufacturing techniques.

Pairing a period wooden armchair with contemporary textiles or minimalist surroundings creates a striking focal point that balances historical character with modern clean lines.

Maintain stable indoor humidity and temperature levels away from direct heat sources, apply quality microcrystalline wax sparingly to nourish the timber, and avoid harsh chemical cleaners.
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