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Large Georgian Antique Country Armchair
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Large Georgian Antique Country Armchair

18th century
Sold 26 August 2025 · Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
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Large Georgian Antique Country Armchair

A lovely English 18th century antique country armchair made in solid mahogany that is a very good colour. An ample sized and comfortable Georgian chair that features an unusual ‘draught excluder’ solid back panel with very shapely arms that are supported by turnings. The drop in seat pad is upholstered in old oil cloth and this oversized antique armchair stands on square legs that are joined by a H stretcher. In excellent, strong and original condition. Dates to around 1770.

Dimensions

Height: 99cm (39.29")

Width: 73cm (28.97")

Depth: 64cm (25.40")

Additional Info

The seat is 47cm high.

Date of Manufacture

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd has dated this Georgian Country Armchair to the Georgian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
99cm (38.98")
Width
73cm (28.74")
Depth
64cm (25.20")
Reference Numbers
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SA1047691
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Description
Large Georgian Antique Country Armchair
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A lovely English 18th century antique country armchair made in solid mahogany that is a very good colour.
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd

An ample sized and comfortable Georgian chair that features an unusual ‘draught excluder’ solid back panel with very shapely arms that are supported by turnings. The drop in seat pad is upholstered in old oil cloth and this oversized antique armchair stands on square legs that are joined by a H stretcher. In excellent, strong and original condition. Dates to around 1770.

Dimensions

Height: 99cm (39.29")

Width: 73cm (28.97")

Depth: 64cm (25.40")

Additional Info

The seat is 47cm high.

Date of Manufacture

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd has dated this Georgian Country Armchair to the Georgian era.

Height
99cm (38.98")
Width
73cm (28.74")
Depth
64cm (25.20")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1047691
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2009

34 years in the antiques trade, miles is constantly sourcing interesting, original, mainly english antique furniture and accessories.

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd Profile Page

Trade Associations

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd is a registered member of LAPADA 

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A low-angle studio shot of a Georgian wooden country armchair featuring a rectangular panelled backrest, turned arm supports, and a dark leather seat. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A low-angle studio shot of a Georgian wooden country armchair featuring a rectangular panelled backrest, turned arm supports, and a dark leather seat. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Large Georgian Antique Country Armchair

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A low-angle studio shot of a Georgian wooden country armchair featuring a rectangular panelled backrest, turned arm supports, and a dark leather seat.
Large Georgian Antique Country Armchair
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A low-angle studio shot of a Georgian wooden country armchair featuring a rectangular panelled backrest, turned arm supports, and a dark leather seat.
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  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian Country
  • MaterialOak, Leather
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsPanelled backrest, Turned arm supports, H-stretcher base
  • SizeH 99 cm (39 in) x W 73 cm (29 in) x D 64 cm (25 in)

The Georgian era spans the reigns of the first four British monarchs named George, from 1714 to 1830, and is characterised by a shift from heavy, dark woods to more refined proportions, drawing influence from Palladianism, Rococo, and Neoclassicism.

Cabinet makers typically utilised locally sourced timber such as oak, elm, ash, and fruitwood for the frames, often incorporating rush, leather, or upholstered squab cushions for the seating base.

Authentication relies on examining hand-cut joinery methods, such as pegged mortise and tenon joints, natural patination consistent with age, tool marks from hand planes, and the absence of modern machine-cut fasteners.

Pairing a patinated wooden armchair with minimalist contemporary upholstery or placing it as a singular accent piece in a neutral room creates a striking contrast that highlights its historical craftsmanship.

Maintain antique wood by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent cracking, applying microcrystalline wax periodically, and avoiding silicone-based polishes that can degrade the historic finish.
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