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Regency Mahogany Hall Chair by Gillows
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Regency Mahogany Hall Chair by Gillows

19th century
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Mahogany Regency hall chair by Gillows circa 1815 with Roman and Greek architectural influences, the top cresting rail has bold Greek key decoration, the back panel has a step oval centre and moulded perimeter, the solid mahogany seat is also stepped with a read moulding to the edge, resting on fine octagonal tapered legs which are stamped WH the Gillows journeyman’s initials, the chair is in very good condition.

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Height
88cm (34.65")
Width
50cm (19.69")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Declaration

Spencer Robertson Antiques has dated this Regency Mahogany Hall Chair to the Regency era.

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SA1153965
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Mahogany Regency hall chair by Gillows circa 1815 with Roman and Greek architectural influences, the top cresting rail has bold Greek key decoration, the back panel has a step oval centre and moulded perimeter, the solid mahogany seat is also stepped with a read moulding to the edge, resting on fine octagonal tapered legs which are stamped WH the Gillows journeyman’s initials, the chair is in very good condition.
Height
88cm (34.65")
Width
50cm (19.69")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Date of Manufacture

Spencer Robertson Antiques has dated this Regency Mahogany Hall Chair to the Regency era.

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SA1153965
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A Regency period mahogany hall chair featuring a solid timber seat, a carved backrest with a central oval motif and Greek key corners, supported by turned front legs.
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Archive I A Regency period mahogany hall chair featuring a solid timber seat, a carved backrest with a central oval motif and Greek key corners, supported by turned front legs.

Regency Mahogany Hall Chair by Gillows

Archive II A Regency period mahogany hall chair featuring a solid timber seat, a carved backrest with a central oval motif and Greek key corners, supported by turned front legs. View II
Archive III A Regency period mahogany hall chair featuring a solid timber seat, a carved backrest with a central oval motif and Greek key corners, supported by turned front legs. View III
Archive IV A Regency period mahogany hall chair featuring a solid timber seat, a carved backrest with a central oval motif and Greek key corners, supported by turned front legs. View IV
Archive V A Regency period mahogany hall chair featuring a solid timber seat, a carved backrest with a central oval motif and Greek key corners, supported by turned front legs. View V
Archive VI A Regency period mahogany hall chair featuring a solid timber seat, a carved backrest with a central oval motif and Greek key corners, supported by turned front legs. View VI
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A Regency period mahogany hall chair featuring a solid timber seat, a carved backrest with a central oval motif and Greek key corners, supported by turned front legs.
Regency Mahogany Hall Chair by Gillows
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A Regency period mahogany hall chair featuring a solid timber seat, a carved backrest with a central oval motif and Greek key corners, supported by turned front legs.
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Regency hall chairs originated in 19th-century Britain as non-upholstered wooden chairs designed for entrance halls and corridors. They provided temporary seating for visitors, couriers, or servants while displaying the homeowners social standing through fine woodwork and carved crests.

These chairs were primarily constructed from solid hardwoods such as mahogany or oak. Features include hand-turned legs, solid timber panel seats, mortise and tenon joinery, and intricate relief carving or inlay work.

Authentic pieces display precise hand-carved classical motifs such as Greek key borders, shield backs, or coat-of-arms panels. Makers like Gillows often stamped their name into the underside of the frame or top of the leg structure.

A single hall chair serves as a functional decorative accent when placed in a hallway, entryway, or bedroom corner, bringing historical character when juxtaposed with modern wall art or contemporary architectural features.

Dust regularly using a soft, lint-free cloth and apply a thin layer of natural beeswax polish annually along the wood grain. Keep the chair away from direct heat sources and excessive moisture to prevent timber shrinkage or cracking.
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