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Nice Quality 18th Century Mahogany Desk Chair
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Nice Quality 18th Century Mahogany Desk Chair

18th century
Sold 3 November 2025 · Holmes Antiques
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A fine quality 18th Century Mahogany Desk Chair Circa 1760. Made from the finest quality Mahogany timbers and of beautiful colour throughout. In very good solid original condition with later needlework seat cover. fitted with a well shaped solid top rail and arms, with gothic fretwork to the splats and turned uprights to the arms. Standing on four straight legs with fine bead decoration , joined with x stretcher.

Physical Dimensions
Height
79cm (31.10")
Width
75cm (29.53")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Declaration

Holmes Antiques has dated this 18th Century Mahogany Corner Chair to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1147731
Dealers Notes

Holmes Antiques was established in 1932

We are a family business with a shop on Haworth Main Street in West Yorkshire.

We specialise in early English furniture

With the emphasis on quality, originality, colour and surface.

David Holmes has developed a reputation in the antique trade as one of the country's leading experts on early English Oak, Walnut and Mahogany furniture.

Christian Holmes is the 4th generation of the family to deal in Antique furniture

www.holmesantiques.co.uk

Description
A fine quality 18th Century Mahogany Desk Chair Circa 1760. Made from the finest quality Mahogany timbers and of beautiful colour throughout. In very good solid original condition with later needlework seat cover.
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fitted with a well shaped solid top rail and arms, with gothic fretwork to the splats and turned uprights to the arms.
Holmes Antiques

Standing on four straight legs with fine bead decoration , joined with x stretcher.

Height
79cm (31.10")
Width
75cm (29.53")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Date of Manufacture

Holmes Antiques has dated this 18th Century Mahogany Corner Chair to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1147731
Holmes Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2011

Leading experts on early english oak, walnut and mahogany furniture. Established in 1932.

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Archive I An 18th-century mahogany corner chair featuring a curved backrest, pierced splats, and a drop-in patterned upholstered seat. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Nice Quality 18th Century Mahogany Desk Chair

Archive II An 18th-century mahogany corner chair featuring a curved backrest, pierced splats, and a drop-in patterned upholstered seat. View II
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Archive IV An 18th-century mahogany corner chair featuring a curved backrest, pierced splats, and a drop-in patterned upholstered seat. View IV
Archive V An 18th-century mahogany corner chair featuring a curved backrest, pierced splats, and a drop-in patterned upholstered seat. View V
Archive VI An 18th-century mahogany corner chair featuring a curved backrest, pierced splats, and a drop-in patterned upholstered seat. View VI
Archive VII An 18th-century mahogany corner chair featuring a curved backrest, pierced splats, and a drop-in patterned upholstered seat. View VII
Archive VIII An 18th-century mahogany corner chair featuring a curved backrest, pierced splats, and a drop-in patterned upholstered seat. View VIII
Archive IX An 18th-century mahogany corner chair featuring a curved backrest, pierced splats, and a drop-in patterned upholstered seat. View IX
Archive X An 18th-century mahogany corner chair featuring a curved backrest, pierced splats, and a drop-in patterned upholstered seat. View X
Archive XI An 18th-century mahogany corner chair featuring a curved backrest, pierced splats, and a drop-in patterned upholstered seat. View XI
Archive XII An 18th-century mahogany corner chair featuring a curved backrest, pierced splats, and a drop-in patterned upholstered seat. View XII
Archive XIII An 18th-century mahogany corner chair featuring a curved backrest, pierced splats, and a drop-in patterned upholstered seat. View XIII
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Holmes Antiques
Telephone 07729 347 159
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West Yorkshire
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/holmes
Verified Since Jan 2011
Items For Sale 222
Items Sold 554
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An 18th-century mahogany corner chair featuring a curved backrest, pierced splats, and a drop-in patterned upholstered seat.
Nice Quality 18th Century Mahogany Desk Chair
Ref: SA1147731
An 18th-century mahogany corner chair featuring a curved backrest, pierced splats, and a drop-in patterned upholstered seat.
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  • ObjectChairs
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Textile
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsCurved crest rail, Pierced splats, Turned support columns, Drop-in seat
  • SizeH 79 cm (31 in) x W 75 cm (30 in) x D 46 cm (18 in)

FAQs

A corner chair, also known as a roundabout or writing chair, features a diagonal plan designed to fit neatly into the corner of a room or to be used at a desk. Emerging in the early 18th century, it provided a stable seating option with its four-legged, diagonal construction and wrap-around backrest.

These pieces were typically crafted from solid hardwoods such as mahogany or oak, utilizing traditional joinery methods like mortise and tenon. Carved pierced splats, turned columns, and drop-in upholstered seats secured within the frame were standard features of high-craftsmanship workshops.

Authentication involves examining the timber for age-related patina, tool marks, and oxidisation consistent with hand-working. Inspecting the underside for hand-cut screws, traditional joinery without modern metal fasteners, and signs of historical wear helps verify period manufacture.

This seating can be positioned in a home study as a functional desk chair, placed in an empty corner as an accent piece, or utilized in a living room to introduce historical contrast. Pairing it with a modern minimalist table allows the traditional craftsmanship and dark wood tone to stand out.

Maintain antique wood by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent timber splitting and fading. Apply microcrystalline wax periodically to nourish the surface, and avoid using silicone-based polishes or excessive moisture.
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