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Antique Georgian Hepplewhite Period Upholstered Mahogany Shield Back Carver Chair
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Antique Georgian Hepplewhite Period Upholstered Mahogany Shield Back Carver Chair

18th century
Sold 17 December 2025 · Knight Fine Antiques and Collectables
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Description

Here we have a Georgian Hepplewhite period, circa 1785, shield back Mahogany Carver Chair, with a green and floral fabric seat. The seat itself has some of the green colour fading but everything else with this chair is good condition.

Dimensions

Height - 98.5 cm / 38.78 inches

Width - 62 cm / 24.41 inches

Depth - 60 cm / 23.62 inches

Seat height - 47.5 cm / 18.70 inches

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Physical Dimensions
Height
98.5cm (38.78")
Width
62cm (24.41")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
Declaration

Knight Fine Antiques and Collectables has dated this Mahogany Shield Back Carver to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1152737
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Description
Here we have a Georgian Hepplewhite period, circa 1785, shield back Mahogany Carver Chair, with a green and floral fabric seat.
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The seat itself has some of the green colour fading but everything else with this chair is good condition.
Knight Fine Antiques and Collectables

Dimensions

Height - 98.5 cm / 38.78 inches

Width - 62 cm / 24.41 inches

Depth - 60 cm / 23.62 inches

Seat height - 47.5 cm / 18.70 inches

Free UK mainland delivery.

Height
98.5cm (38.78")
Width
62cm (24.41")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
Date of Manufacture

Knight Fine Antiques and Collectables has dated this Mahogany Shield Back Carver to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1152737
Knight Fine Antiques and Collectables
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Archive I An antique mahogany Hepplewhite carver chair featuring an open shield-back design with vertical splats and an upholstered seat with a patterned floral textile. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Georgian Hepplewhite Period Upholstered Mahogany Shield Back Carver Chair

Archive II An antique mahogany Hepplewhite carver chair featuring an open shield-back design with vertical splats and an upholstered seat with a patterned floral textile. View II
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Archive IV An antique mahogany Hepplewhite carver chair featuring an open shield-back design with vertical splats and an upholstered seat with a patterned floral textile. View IV
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An antique mahogany Hepplewhite carver chair featuring an open shield-back design with vertical splats and an upholstered seat with a patterned floral textile.
Antique Georgian Hepplewhite Period Upholstered Mahogany Shield Back Carver Chair
Ref: SA1152737
An antique mahogany Hepplewhite carver chair featuring an open shield-back design with vertical splats and an upholstered seat with a patterned floral textile.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Upholstery Fabric
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsShield backrest, Open splat design, Downswept arms, Tapered legs
  • SizeH 98.5 cm (39 in) x W 62 cm (24 in) x D 60 cm (24 in)

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The Hepplewhite style, popular during the late 18th century, is characterised by elegant, graceful lines, contrasting with the heavier ornamentation of earlier periods. Key identifiers include shield-back or heart-shaped chair designs, slender tapering legs, and delicate carved details such as wheat ears or drapery.

Georgian carver chairs were predominantly constructed from solid hardwoods such as mahogany or imported oak, chosen for their strength and fine grain. Traditional construction relied heavily on mortise and tenon joinery, hand-carved details, and drop-in or webbed upholstered seats stuffed with traditional organic materials.

Authentic pieces from the Georgian era display hand-cut joinery, signs of natural timber oxidisation and patination beneath the frame, and subtle asymmetries indicative of hand-working rather than machine manufacture. Examining the underside reveals period-appropriate construction methods and timber aging.

An antique mahogany carver serves as a sophisticated focal point when contrasted against minimalist architecture or paired with a contemporary dining table. It functions equally well as a standalone desk chair or accent piece in a study, blending historic craftsmanship with modern utility.

Preserve antique mahogany by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent timber splitting and fading. Clean surfaces with a soft, dry cloth and periodically apply traditional beeswax to nourish the wood and maintain its natural lustre without using modern silicone polishes.
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