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An Exceptional Pair of Carved Mahogany Shell Back Hall Chairs C1815
Christopher Tombs Antiques Ltd
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An Exceptional Pair of Carved Mahogany Shell Back Hall Chairs C1815

19th century
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An exceptional pair of carved mahogany shell back hall chairs, attributed to Gillows of Lancaster and London.

The exceptional carving and sculptural qualities of the design and execution of the work make it easy to appreciate why Gillows is regarded as an iconic producer of quality and style and continues to be appreciated and sought out by collectors today.

The large deeply carved scallop shell backs of these examples float above the wave-like ‘C’ scroll brackets. The smooth curvature of the compass seat, supported by the well-proportioned turned legs make this pair exceptional examples of the form.

The earliest recorded Gillows shell back chairs were commissioned by the Reverend Holland Edwards of Wales in 1811, and this present pair are thought to date around 1815 making them early examples.

Seat Width: 44cm X Seat Height: 43.5cm X Depth: 50cm X Height: 85cm

Lovely addition to the home.

Delivery to any UK address is included in the asking price. If you would like a shipping quote please ask.

Thank you for looking.

Regards Chris

Physical Dimensions
Height
85cm (33.46")
Width
44cm (17.32")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Declaration

Christopher Tombs Antiques Ltd has dated these Regency Mahogany Hall Chairs to the 1800s.

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SA1149179
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600005
Description
An exceptional pair of carved mahogany shell back hall chairs, attributed to Gillows of Lancaster and London.

The exceptional carving and sculptural qualities of the design and execution of the work make it easy to appreciate why Gillows is regarded as an iconic producer of quality and style and continues to be appreciated and sought out by collectors today.

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The large deeply carved scallop shell backs of these examples float above the wave-like ‘C’ scroll brackets.
Christopher Tombs Antiques Ltd

The smooth curvature of the compass seat, supported by the well-proportioned turned legs make this pair exceptional examples of the form.

fig 1. A pair of early 19th-century Regency mahogany hall chairs featuring shell-carved cresting, solid seats, and turned front legs.
fig 1. An Exceptional Pair of Carved Mahogany Shell Back Hall Chairs C1815

The earliest recorded Gillows shell back chairs were commissioned by the Reverend Holland Edwards of Wales in 1811, and this present pair are thought to date around 1815 making them early examples.

Seat Width: 44cm X Seat Height: 43.5cm X Depth: 50cm X Height: 85cm

Lovely addition to the home.

Delivery to any UK address is included in the asking price. If you would like a shipping quote please ask.

Thank you for looking.

Regards Chris

Height
85cm (33.46")
Width
44cm (17.32")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Date of Manufacture

Christopher Tombs Antiques Ltd has dated these Regency Mahogany Hall Chairs to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1149179
Dealers Internal Ref
600005
Christopher Tombs Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2010
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Archive I A pair of early 19th-century Regency mahogany hall chairs featuring shell-carved cresting, solid seats, and turned front legs.

An exceptional pair of carved mahogany shell back hall chairs C1815

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A pair of early 19th-century Regency mahogany hall chairs featuring shell-carved cresting, solid seats, and turned front legs.
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Hall chairs originated in the 18th century and reached peak popularity during the Regency era. Designed for entrance halls, they offered temporary seating for visitors or messengers and were deliberately un-upholstered to prevent wear from wet outerwear while showcasing decorative timber carving.

Regency hall chairs were predominantly crafted from dense hardwoods such as mahogany or oak. The construction features solid timber seats, carved or painted splats, and hand-turned or tapered legs secured with traditional joinery.

Authentic Regency hall chairs feature hand-carved detailing, natural timber shrinkage around joints, and original tool marks on the underside. Solid wood seats often show subtle surface wear consistent with age, alongside hand-turned front legs and swept rear legs.

Pairing hall chairs on either side of a console table creates a balanced foyer arrangement. They also function well as decorative accent seating in quiet corridors, alcoves, or flanking a fireplace to introduce period architecture into contemporary schemes.

Maintain mahogany chairs by dusting regularly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth and applying beeswax polish once or twice a year to nourish the timber. Keep pieces away from direct heat sources and radiators to prevent timber shrinkage or splitting.
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