This is a fine quality English set of six Regency dining chairs, constructed of solid mahogany, with a Trafalgar influence and naval theme, circa 1820, featuring newly upholstered seats, in excellent original condition. The set of dining chairs comprises five side chairs and one carver / armchair; therefore, a total of six chairs. These sturdy heavy chairs are designed with flame mahogany bar backs, decorated with dark inset borders, secured by moulded uprights and buttons, united by a finely carved rope-twist splat. The mahogany dining feature drop-in seats, which have been professionally upholstered in new top-quality newly upholstered in top quality hardwearing light grey and taupe hopsack weave chenille upholstery, finished with traditional hessian backing to the underside. If you do not like the colour/style of the upholstery, we can recover the seats in a fabric of your choice for £20 per chair. The seat frames are raised on sabre shaped front legs, with splayed legs to the rear. The single carver chair is designed in the same way, but includes lovely down-swept arms, each raised on turned vertical supports.
Provenance:
The chairs were constructed with a naval theme to commemorate Britain’s victory in the famous battle of Trafalgar in 1805 over the French. The Battle of Trafalgar was a naval engagement between the British Royal Navy and the combined fleets of the French and Spanish Navies during the War of the Third Coalition of the Napoleonic Wars. The rope twist splats on these chair backs are symbolic of this naval theme.
Dimensions – Side Chairs:
External Height = 84cm / 33” / 2ft 9”
External Width = 48cm / 18?” / 1ft 6”
External Depth = 48.5cm / 19?” / 1ft 7”
Seat Height (Centre) = 49cm / 19¼” / 1ft 7¼”
Seat Width (Frame) = 48cm / 18” / 1ft 6”
Seat Width (Seat Pad) = 42cm / 16½” / 1ft 4½”
Seat Depth = 40cm / 15¾” / 1ft 3¾”
Back Height = 38cm / 15” / 1ft 3”
Dimensions – Armchair:
External Height
... = 85cm / 33½” / 2ft 9½”
External Width = 56cm / 22” / 1ft 10”
External Depth = 53cm / 20” / 1ft 8”
Seat Height = 49cm / 19¼” / 1ft 7¼”
Seat Width (Between Arms) = 56cm / 22” / 1t 10”
Seat Width (Seat Pad) = 49cm / 19¼” / 1ft 7¼”
Seat Depth = 44cm / 17¼” / 1ft 5¼”
Arm Height = 67.5cm / 26½” / 2ft 2½”
Back Height = 39cm / 15” / 1ft 3”
Condition Report:
They are a very sturdy and heavy set of chairs, which is a sign of quality. Nominal old use marks to the leading edges of the chairs but nothing significant considering their age. The chairs frames have been cleaned and French polished by hand, to a professional standard in our workshop, therefore the colour and patination is of an excellent standard. The drop-in seats have been newly upholstered to a professional standard. The upholstery is therefore clean and free from wear and marks. If you do not like the colour/style of the upholstery, we can recover the seats in a fabric of your choice for £20 per seat.
Price:
The price for this item is £1,450, which includes free delivery to mainland England, Wales & southern Scotland* and free 14-day returns.
Free UK Delivery*:
We offer free delivery to mainland England, Wales, and Southern Scotland (anywhere south of Stirling). If you live in one of the areas where we do not offer free delivery, please contact us for a delivery quote before purchasing the item.
14-Day Free UK Returns & Refunds:
A 14-day free “no quibble” returns policy (from the date you receive the item) is available if you are not happy with this item. We will collect the item free of charge from you.
International Buyers:
If you live outside the UK and you would like to purchase this item, please contact us before purchasing it, so that we can obtain an accurate shipping quote.
About the Seller:
This item is being sold by Yola Gray Antiques who is an accredited member of LAPADA and CINOA. Yola Gray has dealt in fine art and antique furniture for over 45 years.
Ref. 110566
Please contact us on 01829 458 070 or 07960 738 212 to arrange a viewing. Alternatively, please email: info@yolagray.comInternal Reference: 110566
Antique Number: SA1122931
Dateline of this antique is Regency
Height is 84cm (33.1inches)Width is 48cm (18.9inches)Depth is 48.5cm (19.1inches)
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