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A Very Fine 18th Century Mahogany Library Chair
Holmes Antiques
for sale €7,956     $8,636
£6,800

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A Very Fine 18th Century Mahogany Library Chair

18th century
For Sale by Holmes Antiques
Description

An absolutely beautiful full period 18th Century Mahogany Gainsborough Library Armchair of good colour and patina. Superbly carved with scrolling acanthus leaf to the tops of the arms and knees, finishing with perfectly executed bold claw and ball feet. standing on good quality replacement casters.

In good solid condition, a rare example of the period In need of reupholstery In material of choice.

Seat hight is 45cm

Seat width is 63cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
102cm (40.16")
Width
70cm (27.56")
Depth
67cm (26.38")
Declaration

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

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SA1167645
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
An absolutely beautiful full period 18th Century Mahogany Gainsborough Library Armchair of good colour and patina.
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Superbly carved with scrolling acanthus leaf to the tops of the arms and knees, finishing with perfectly executed bold claw and ball feet.
Holmes Antiques

standing on good quality replacement casters.

In good solid condition, a rare example of the period In need of reupholstery In material of choice.

Seat hight is 45cm

Seat width is 63cm

Height
102cm (40.16")
Width
70cm (27.56")
Depth
67cm (26.38")
Date of Manufacture

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

Reference Numbers
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SA1167645
Holmes Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2011

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

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Holmes Antiques Profile Page

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An 18th-century mahogany library chair upholstered in striped pink and cream fabric, featuring hand-carved cabriole front legs with ball-and-claw feet.
A Very Fine 18th Century Mahogany Library Chair
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An 18th-century mahogany library chair upholstered in striped pink and cream fabric, featuring hand-carved cabriole front legs with ball-and-claw feet.
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A Gainsborough chair is a wide-seated, high-backed English armchair featuring open padded arms, popularised during the 18th century for use in libraries and studies.

These pieces were crafted using solid mahogany frames, featuring detailed hand-carving on cabriole legs, brass castors, and original horsehair padding beneath wool, silk, or leather upholstery.

Authentic period pieces exhibit hand-carved elements such as acanthus leaves and ball-and-claw feet, traditional mortise and tenon joinery, and natural timber oxidisation on unexposed frame sections.

Position the armchair as a focal point in a reading corner, study, or living room, paired with contemporary neutral textiles to highlight the carved mahogany frame.

Dust the timber regularly with a dry cloth, apply natural beeswax sparingly to preserve the patina, and place the chair away from direct sunlight and radiators to prevent timber shrinkage.
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