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Antique Mahogany Dining Chairs. Georgian, Early 19th Century.
M Cross Antiques
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Antique Mahogany Dining Chairs. Georgian, Early 19th Century.

18th century
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A delightful set of six Georgian period mahogany dining chairs which includes one carver chair.

Each chair features a moulded back with pierced supports, a shaped padded seat finished with a blush-coloured florally decorated fabric, and is finished on square tapering legs.

We have noticed that two of the set have reeded external faces to the front tapering legs and also have a deeper moulding to the back support. Please see images for details.

The overall condition of the set is very good, with wear and tear commensurate with their age. A couple of the chairs have had historic repairs to either the legs or the backrests, but they are all in solid condition. Additionally, we have noticed that one chair has a small area where the backrest has been burnt, probably by a candle.

Finally, the absolutely stunning blush-fabric seats are all showing wear, but there is plenty of life left in this beautiful set of Georgian dining chairs.

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M Cross Antiques has dated these Georgian Mahogany Dining Chairs to the Georgian era.

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Delivery within the UK mainland (excluding Devon, Cornwall, Scotland & Wales) is free of charge and will be completed by my own privately appointed courier. Please enquire with us for delivery costs if in Devon, Cornwall, Wales, Scotland or Northern Ireland.

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A delightful set of six Georgian period mahogany dining chairs which includes one carver chair.
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Each chair features a moulded back with pierced supports, a shaped padded seat finished with a blush-coloured florally decorated fabric, and is finished on square tapering legs.
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fig 1. A set of six early 19th-century Georgian mahogany dining chairs with carved pierced splats and floral upholstered seats, including two carver armchairs.
fig 1. Antique Mahogany Dining Chairs. Georgian, Early 19th Century.

We have noticed that two of the set have reeded external faces to the front tapering legs and also have a deeper moulding to the back support. Please see images for details.

The overall condition of the set is very good, with wear and tear commensurate with their age. A couple of the chairs have had historic repairs to either the legs or the backrests, but they are all in solid condition. Additionally, we have noticed that one chair has a small area where the backrest has been burnt, probably by a candle.

Finally, the absolutely stunning blush-fabric seats are all showing wear, but there is plenty of life left in this beautiful set of Georgian dining chairs.

Date of Manufacture

M Cross Antiques has dated these Georgian Mahogany Dining Chairs to the Georgian era.

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SA1174118
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545
M Cross Antiques
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Archive I A set of six early 19th-century Georgian mahogany dining chairs with carved pierced splats and floral upholstered seats, including two carver armchairs.

Antique Mahogany Dining Chairs. Georgian, Early 19th Century.

Archive II A set of six early 19th-century Georgian mahogany dining chairs with carved pierced splats and floral upholstered seats, including two carver armchairs. View II
Archive III A set of six early 19th-century Georgian mahogany dining chairs with carved pierced splats and floral upholstered seats, including two carver armchairs. View III
Archive IV A set of six early 19th-century Georgian mahogany dining chairs with carved pierced splats and floral upholstered seats, including two carver armchairs. View IV
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A set of six early 19th-century Georgian mahogany dining chairs with carved pierced splats and floral upholstered seats, including two carver armchairs.
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Georgian dining chairs, produced during the 18th and early 19th centuries, are recognised for their balanced proportions, fine wood carving, and use of rich hardwoods like mahogany. Design features often include pierced back splats, shaped cresting rails, and square or turned legs.

Early 19th-century chairs were predominantly crafted from dense South American or West Indian mahogany, valued for its strength and rich timber grain. Seats were typically upholstered in damask, velvet, or floral tapestry over wooden frames.

Authentic Georgian pieces feature hand-cut joinery, such as mortise and tenon joints, hand-carved splat details, and original timber patination. The undersides of the frames often display hand-sawn tool marks and traditional corner blocking.

Georgian mahogany chairs can be paired with a contemporary pale oak or stone dining table to create a balanced contrast. Their classical proportions allow them to suit both traditional dining rooms and eclectic modern spaces.

Preserve antique mahogany by dusting regularly with a soft cloth and applying beeswax polish once or twice a year to protect the timber finish. Avoid positioning chairs near direct heat sources or intense sunlight to prevent timber movement.
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