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Antique Georgian Leather and Mahogany Gainsborough Armchair
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Antique Georgian Leather and Mahogany Gainsborough Armchair

19th century
Sold 3 October 2025 · Marylebone Antiques
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A smart and very well made antique Georgian leather and mahogany Gainsborough armchair. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1790’s period.

The quality is superb, this is a nice early model with a gorgeous patina and generous proportions. The leather has just the right amount of wear and has a lovely colour tone, we have had this revived by our leather restorer.

The mahogany has also been re-polished, this is in very good condition for its age, with just some minor wear remaining beneath the polish here and there, there are one or two minor historical repairs, nothing that detracts from the strength or look of the chair.

Width – 28 inches , 71 cm

Depth – 31 inches , 79 cm

Height – 43 inches , 109 cm

Seat height – 19 inches , 49 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
109cm (42.91")
Width
71cm (27.95")
Depth
79cm (31.10")
Declaration

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Georgian Leather Armchair to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1119762
Dealers Internal Reference
9817
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Description
A smart and very well made antique Georgian leather and mahogany Gainsborough armchair. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1790’s period.

The quality is superb, this is a nice early model with a gorgeous patina and generous proportions.

“
The leather has just the right amount of wear and has a lovely colour tone, we have had this revived by our leather restorer.
Marylebone Antiques
fig 1. An antique Georgian leather and mahogany Gainsborough armchair featuring a high upholstered back, open padded arms, brass tack detailing, and straight legs connected by stretchers.
fig 1. Antique Georgian Leather and Mahogany Gainsborough Armchair

The mahogany has also been re-polished, this is in very good condition for its age, with just some minor wear remaining beneath the polish here and there, there are one or two minor historical repairs, nothing that detracts from the strength or look of the chair.

Width – 28 inches , 71 cm

Depth – 31 inches , 79 cm

Height – 43 inches , 109 cm

Seat height – 19 inches , 49 cm

Height
109cm (42.91")
Width
71cm (27.95")
Depth
79cm (31.10")
Date of Manufacture

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Georgian Leather Armchair to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1119762
Dealers Internal Ref
9817
Marylebone Antiques
Marylebone Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2012

Specialist in english, french and swedish antique furniture & decorative items circa 1750-1950s.

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An antique Georgian leather and mahogany Gainsborough armchair featuring a high upholstered back, open padded arms, brass tack detailing, and straight legs connected by stretchers.
Antique Georgian Leather and Mahogany Gainsborough Armchair
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Leather, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsBrass stud detailing, Padded open arms, Straight stretchers, Upholstered backrest
  • SizeH 109 cm (43 in) x W 71 cm (28 in) x D 79 cm (31 in)

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A Gainsborough chair is a wide, upholstered armchair with open padded arms, short mahogany legs, and a high back, popular during the mid-to-late 18th century for use in libraries and writing rooms.

These chairs were traditionally constructed using dense tropical hardwoods such as mahogany or oak for the frame, stuffed with horsehair or wool, and finished with high-grade cowhide leather secured by brass tacks.

Authentication involves examining the timber grain, hand-cut joinery such as mortise and tenon joints, hand-hammered brass tacks, and natural patina, whilst checking for machine-cut marks or modern glues indicating reproductions.

Position the piece alongside contemporary minimalist furniture to create a contrasting focal point, or pair it with a sleek wooden desk to anchor a home office workspace with traditional character.

Preserve the condition by keeping the piece away from direct sunlight and heat sources, feeding the leather periodically with specialised wax or balms, and dusting the mahogany frame with a soft, dry cloth.
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