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Pair George III Mahogany Hall Chairs
Moxhams Antiques
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Pair George III Mahogany Hall Chairs

18th century
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A pair of George III Hepplewhite period hall chairs of a good original colour and patina; the oval backs with centres finely decorated with gilded griffins and laurel wreaths on a pale blue ground. The wide bow fronted dished seats raised on square tapered front legs and sabre back legs. The Griffin is a mythological creature with the body, hind legs, and tail of a lion and the wings, front talons, and head of an eagle. They are considered to be symbolic of power, wealth, courage, and prestige. Seat height 17.5"

Circa 1790

Physical Dimensions
Height
96cm (37.80")
Width
48cm (18.90")
Depth
19cm (7.48")
Declaration

Moxhams Antiques has dated these George III Mahogany Hall Chairs to the Georgian era.

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SA1050487
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S322
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Established in 1967,Moxhams Antiques is a family business with a large shop in Bradford-on-Avon near Bath. We have an extensive and varied stock specialising in good period town and country furniture, ceramics, particularly delftware, as well as some decorative items.

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Description
A pair of George III Hepplewhite period hall chairs of a good original colour and patina; the oval backs with centres finely decorated with gilded griffins and laurel wreaths on a pale blue ground. The wide bow fronted dished seats raised on square tapered front legs and sabre back legs.
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The Griffin is a mythological creature with the body, hind legs, and tail of a lion and the wings, front talons, and head of an eagle.
Moxhams Antiques

They are considered to be symbolic of power, wealth, courage, and prestige. Seat height 17.5"

Circa 1790

Height
96cm (37.80")
Width
48cm (18.90")
Depth
19cm (7.48")
Date of Manufacture

Moxhams Antiques has dated these George III Mahogany Hall Chairs to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1050487
Dealers Internal Ref
S322
Moxhams Antiques
Moxhams Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2009

Roger and jill founded the business in 1967 and their son nick joined them in 1994.

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Moxhams Antiques Profile Page

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Moxhams Antiques is a registered member of BADA 

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A pair of George III mahogany hall chairs featuring oval backrests with central painted armorial crests, solid timber seats, and square tapered legs.
Pair George III Mahogany Hall Chairs
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Hall chairs were non-upholstered timber side chairs designed for entryways and reception halls in grand 18th and 19th-century residences. They provided temporary seating for visitors or messengers while showcasing the households coat of arms or family crest.

Georgian hall chairs were typically constructed from dense hardwoods such as mahogany, oak, or walnut. They featured solid timber seats rather than padded fabric to prevent wear from damp outerwear worn by incoming guests.

Authentic George III period examples feature hand-cut joinery, dense Cuban mahogany, and hand-painted or carved crests on the backrest. The absence of modern mechanical screws and the presence of natural wood shrinkage along timber joints also indicate authenticity.

A pair of hall chairs can be placed flanking a console table or placed symmetrically in an entryway to establish visual balance. They also function effectively in formal hallways or studies where sculptural wood silhouettes enhance the wall space.

Dust timber surfaces regularly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth and apply a thin layer of natural beeswax polish annually to preserve the finish. Keep the chairs away from direct sunlight, radiators, and high humidity to prevent timber splitting or paint degradation.
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