Sold 3 November 2025 · William Carr Antiques

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Description

A George III Chinese ‘Cockpen’ open armchair. Circa 1760.

Similar to a design of Robert Manwarings.

With finely carved rope twist gadrooning detail to the edge of the frame.

Traditionally upholstered in a green and black striped John Boyd horsehair fabric.

Physical Dimensions

Height

101cm (39.76")

Width

67cm (26.38")

Depth

63cm (24.80")

Declaration

William Carr Antiques has dated this George III Chinese Chippendale Armchair to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1173111

Description

A George III Chinese ‘Cockpen’ open armchair. Circa 1760.

Similar to a design of Robert Manwarings.

With finely carved rope twist gadrooning detail to the edge of the frame.

Traditionally upholstered in a green and black striped John Boyd horsehair fabric.

Physical Dimensions

Height

101cm (39.76")

Width

67cm (26.38")

Depth

63cm (24.80")

Date of Manufacture

William Carr Antiques has dated this George III Chinese Chippendale Armchair to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1173111

About the Dealer

William Carr Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2022

Lover of all things interesting and extraordinary. Furniture - folk art - english country house.

Dealer Profile

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A dark mahogany George III armchair featuring an open fretwork backrest in the Chinese Chippendale style and a vertically striped upholstered seat.

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United Kingdom

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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectArmchairs
Period18th century
StyleGeorgian / Chinese Chippendale
MaterialMahogany, Upholstery fabric
ColourDark Brown
MotifsGeometric fretwork splat, Straight molded legs, Open arms, Upholstered drop-in seat
SizeH 101 cm (40 in) x W 67 cm (26 in) x D 63 cm (25 in)

FAQs

The Chinese Chippendale style emerged during the mid-to-late 18th century, drawing inspiration from Chinese motifs and architectural elements, which were popularized by cabinetmakers such as Thomas Chippendale through pattern books.

These chairs are traditionally constructed from dense tropical hardwoods like mahogany, utilizing mortise and tenon joints, intricate hand-carved fretwork, and upholstered drop-in or over-stuffed seats secured with traditional webbing and tacks.

Authentic pieces typically exhibit period-appropriate tool marks, hand-cut joinery, timber shrinkage consistent with age, and construction details matching documented designs from 18th-century cabinetmaking manuals.

This piece works effectively as an accent chair in a contemporary study or living room, where its geometric fretwork provides a strong architectural contrast against minimalist or transitional decor.

Preservation involves maintaining stable indoor humidity levels, avoiding direct sunlight to prevent timber fading, and treating the wood periodically with traditional beeswax rather than modern silicone polishes.