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Early 18th Century George I Pair of Mahogany Silk Upholstered Side Chairs Circa 1720 (Georgian, Queen Anne Style Dining)
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Early 18th Century George I Pair of Mahogany Silk Upholstered Side Chairs Circa 1720 (Georgian, Queen Anne Style Dining)

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An early 18th century pair of side chairs, in the Queen Anne style, circa 1720, George I period. These handsome chairs constructed in excellent very early, solid mahogany and upholstered in silk fabric. Featuring a solid vasiform splat back, top rail with delicate curved scrolled crest. Drop in upholstered seats, recently reupholstered in the traditional manner, covered with Gainsborough* silk damask. Broad apron seat rails. Raised on cabriole front legs with carved scrolling on offset pad feet, splayed oval rear legs supported by turned stretchers.

A wonderful pair of early chairs, very rare and of excellent quality, beautifully presented. In very good condition and ready for use.

*The Gainsborough Silk Weaving Company England Limited - By appointment to H. M. Queen Elizabeth. Manufacturers of furnishing fabrics

Dimensions:

These chairs measure approximately 99.5 cm (39.25") tall, 54.75 cm (21.5") wide, and 56.5 cm (22.25") deep. The seat height is approximately 47 cm (18.5).

Condition:

Please see the pictures for details of the items condition. - These chairs are in a very good condition commensurate with their age. Some old marks and blemishes, well polished in. Never French polished. Couple of high quality sympathetic repairs, including one corner of one of the seat rails, and an outside part of the carved knee block of one of the legs. There is an old fill on the back of one of the splats. No loose joints. Good colour throughout. Good polish and aged patina. Recently reupholstered in the traditional manner in Gainsborough silk fabric. Sensitive cleaned, and wax polished. Very well presented and ready for use. - As with all vintage & antique furniture there will be signs of use, marks, wear & tear, etc.

Physical Dimensions
Height
99.5cm (39.17")
Width
54.8cm (21.57")
Depth
56.5cm (22.24")
Declaration

Leeds Antiques has dated these Georgian Mahogany Side Chairs to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1145503
Dealers Internal Reference
LA01000002
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Description
An early 18th century pair of side chairs, in the Queen Anne style, circa 1720, George I period.
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These handsome chairs constructed in excellent very early, solid mahogany and upholstered in silk fabric.
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Featuring a solid vasiform splat back, top rail with delicate curved scrolled crest. Drop in upholstered seats, recently reupholstered in the traditional manner, covered with Gainsborough* silk damask. Broad apron seat rails. Raised on cabriole front legs with carved scrolling on offset pad feet, splayed oval rear legs supported by turned stretchers.

fig 1. A pair of early 18th-century George I mahogany side chairs featuring spooned splats, cabriole legs, and floral patterned silk upholstered drop-in seats.
fig 1. Early 18th Century George I Pair of Mahogany Silk Upholstered Side Chairs Circa 1720 (Georgian, Queen Anne Style Dining)

A wonderful pair of early chairs, very rare and of excellent quality, beautifully presented. In very good condition and ready for use.

The Gainsborough Silk Weaving Company England Limited - By appointment to H. M. Queen Elizabeth. Manufacturers of furnishing fabrics

fig 2. A pair of early 18th-century George I mahogany side chairs featuring spooned splats, cabriole legs, and floral patterned silk upholstered drop-in seats.
fig 2. Early 18th Century George I Pair of Mahogany Silk Upholstered Side Chairs Circa 1720 (Georgian, Queen Anne Style Dining)

Dimensions:

These chairs measure approximately 99.5 cm (39.25") tall, 54.75 cm (21.5") wide, and 56.5 cm (22.25") deep. The seat height is approximately 47 cm (18.5).

Condition:

Please see the pictures for details of the items condition. - These chairs are in a very good condition commensurate with their age. Some old marks and blemishes, well polished in. Never French polished. Couple of high quality sympathetic repairs, including one corner of one of the seat rails, and an outside part of the carved knee block of one of the legs. There is an old fill on the back of one of the splats. No loose joints. Good colour throughout. Good polish and aged patina. Recently reupholstered in the traditional manner in Gainsborough silk fabric. Sensitive cleaned, and wax polished. Very well presented and ready for use. - As with all vintage & antique furniture there will be signs of use, marks, wear & tear, etc.

Height
99.5cm (39.17")
Width
54.8cm (21.57")
Depth
56.5cm (22.24")
Date of Manufacture

Leeds Antiques has dated these Georgian Mahogany Side Chairs to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1145503
Dealers Internal Ref
LA01000002
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Archive I A pair of early 18th-century George I mahogany side chairs featuring spooned splats, cabriole legs, and floral patterned silk upholstered drop-in seats. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Early 18th Century George I Pair of Mahogany Silk Upholstered Side Chairs Circa 1720 (Georgian, Queen Anne Style Dining)

Archive II A pair of early 18th-century George I mahogany side chairs featuring spooned splats, cabriole legs, and floral patterned silk upholstered drop-in seats. View II
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A pair of early 18th-century George I mahogany side chairs featuring spooned splats, cabriole legs, and floral patterned silk upholstered drop-in seats.
Early 18th Century George I Pair of Mahogany Silk Upholstered Side Chairs circa 1720 (Georgian, Queen Anne Style Dining)
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  • ObjectDining Chairs
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Silk, Upholstery stuffing
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsSpoon splat back, Cabriole legs, Drop-in seat, Pad feet
  • SizeH 99.5 cm (39 in) x W 54.8 cm (22 in) x D 56.5 cm (22 in)

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The George I period, spanning from 1714 to 1727, is characterised by a transition from heavy walnut designs to more graceful forms utilising mahogany, featuring fluid curves, spooned splats, and cabriole legs often ending in pad or claw-and-ball feet.

These pieces typically employ solid mahogany timbers joined with traditional mortise-and-tenon joints, hand-carved details, and drop-in seat frames upholstered over webbing and traditional stuffings.

Authenticity is assessed by examining timber age, tool marks from hand-working, patination, shrinkage cracks, timber density, and the presence of period-appropriate joinery methods rather than modern fasteners.

Integrating period seating into contemporary spaces creates visual contrast; pairing heritage woodwork with minimalist tables or neutral palettes highlights the craftsmanship without overwhelming the room.

Preservation requires maintaining stable indoor humidity and temperature levels, avoiding direct sunlight to prevent fading, and dusting regularly with a soft, dry cloth without applying modern silicone-based polishes.
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