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Early19th Century Mahogany Heraldic Crest Hall Chair, C1835, Armorial Oval Crest
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Early19th Century Mahogany Heraldic Crest Hall Chair, C1835, Armorial Oval Crest

19th century
Sold 17 October 2024 · Gilt and Gesso
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Early19th Century Mahogany Heraldic Crest Hall Chair, C1835, Armorial Oval Crest.

A handsome early to mid 19th century, circa 1835, antique mahogany hall chair with a central heraldic oval crest, an armorial hall chair of fine quality and excellent condition.

A superbly stylish hall chair of elegant design and proportions, featuring a scroll back with inset painted panel, depicting an artillery cannon with a solid seat below and raised upon tapering octagonal column front legs and sabre back legs.

A fine quality English antique hall chair, presented in very good condition with a time worn patination in areas and evidence of care and minimal conservation to preserve this structurally and aesthetically excellent chair.

Dimensions

Height 79cm

Width 39cm

Depth 45cm

A wonderful antique hall chair of both practical use and considerable decorative appeal, function and form that can enhance a classic or contemporary space. An interior design piece with a historic interest.

Please request more photos and any questions invited.

Free collection from Lewes, East Sussex.

U.K. delivery available.

We operate a weekly delivery service into London and surrounding areas of M25 for only £40 plus any relevant congestion charge, please enquire.

We can recommend a whole of U.K. weekly delivery service at competitive prices, please enquire.

Date of Manufacture

Gilt and Gesso has dated this Mahogany Heraldic Hall Chair to the 19th Century.

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SA1093923
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Early19th Century Mahogany Heraldic Crest Hall Chair, C1835, Armorial Oval Crest.
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A handsome early to mid 19th century, circa 1835, antique mahogany hall chair with a central heraldic oval crest, an armorial hall chair of fine quality and excellent condition.
Gilt and Gesso
fig 1. An antique mahogany hall chair featuring a shaped shield back with an inset painted armorial crest and turned front legs.
fig 1. Early19th Century Mahogany Heraldic Crest Hall Chair, C1835, Armorial Oval Crest

A superbly stylish hall chair of elegant design and proportions, featuring a scroll back with inset painted panel, depicting an artillery cannon with a solid seat below and raised upon tapering octagonal column front legs and sabre back legs.

fig 2. An antique mahogany hall chair featuring a shaped shield back with an inset painted armorial crest and turned front legs.
fig 2. Early19th Century Mahogany Heraldic Crest Hall Chair, C1835, Armorial Oval Crest

A fine quality English antique hall chair, presented in very good condition with a time worn patination in areas and evidence of care and minimal conservation to preserve this structurally and aesthetically excellent chair.

fig 3. An antique mahogany hall chair featuring a shaped shield back with an inset painted armorial crest and turned front legs.
fig 3. Early19th Century Mahogany Heraldic Crest Hall Chair, C1835, Armorial Oval Crest

Dimensions

Height 79cm

Width 39cm

Depth 45cm

A wonderful antique hall chair of both practical use and considerable decorative appeal, function and form that can enhance a classic or contemporary space. An interior design piece with a historic interest.

fig 4. An antique mahogany hall chair featuring a shaped shield back with an inset painted armorial crest and turned front legs.
fig 4. Early19th Century Mahogany Heraldic Crest Hall Chair, C1835, Armorial Oval Crest

Please request more photos and any questions invited.

Free collection from Lewes, East Sussex.

U.K. delivery available.

We operate a weekly delivery service into London and surrounding areas of M25 for only £40 plus any relevant congestion charge, please enquire.

We can recommend a whole of U.K. weekly delivery service at competitive prices, please enquire.

Date of Manufacture

Gilt and Gesso has dated this Mahogany Heraldic Hall Chair to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1093923
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Sellingantiques verified Since May 2023
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Archive I An antique mahogany hall chair featuring a shaped shield back with an inset painted armorial crest and turned front legs. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Early19th Century Mahogany Heraldic Crest Hall Chair, C1835, Armorial Oval Crest

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BN21 1DJ
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An antique mahogany hall chair featuring a shaped shield back with an inset painted armorial crest and turned front legs.
Early19th Century Mahogany Heraldic Crest Hall Chair, C1835, Armorial Oval Crest
Ref: SA1093923
An antique mahogany hall chair featuring a shaped shield back with an inset painted armorial crest and turned front legs.
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  • ObjectChairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialMahogany
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsShield back, Painted armorial crest, Turned front legs, Splayed rear legs

Hall chairs were traditionally placed in the grand entrance halls of country houses and urban townhouses primarily for visitors, servants, or petitioners to use while waiting. They were often made of solid hardwoods like mahogany or oak and featured carved or painted family crests to display the lineage and status of the household.

These chairs are typically constructed from dense, durable hardwoods such as mahogany, oak, or walnut to withstand heavy use in high-traffic areas. Construction often involves traditional mortise and tenon joinery, turned front legs, and solid timber seats integrated with carved or shaped backsplats.

Authenticity is determined by examining the timber grain, patina, and tool marks consistent with period woodworking techniques. Genuine pieces exhibit natural age-related oxidisation, hand-cut joinery, and appropriate wear patterns, alongside period-accurate painted or carved armorial details.

An antique hall chair serves as a sculptural accent piece when placed against a minimalist wall, in an entryway, or as an occasional seat in a bedroom or study. Its historical form provides a striking contrast against modern clean lines and neutral colour palettes.

Preserve antique wood by keeping it away from direct sunlight, central heating vents, and rapid humidity fluctuations to prevent cracking. Dust regularly with a soft, dry cloth and occasionally apply a quality natural wax to nourish the timber and maintain its protective finish.
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