Georgian Mahogany Side Chair 19th Century

Name: Georgian Mahogany Side Chair
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1184221
Price: 245 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectSide Chairs
Period19th century
StyleGeorgian
MaterialMahogany, Tapestry
ColourWarm Brown, Pink
MotifsPierced back splat, Yoke top rail, Straight square legs, Drop-in seat
SizeH 84 cm (33 in) x W 54 cm (21 in) x D 46 cm (18 in)

A Georgian mahogany side chair from the Chippendale period, crafted in warm brown timber with a carved back splat and decorative yoke top rail. The piece stands on chamfered square section legs united by an H stretcher, supporting a drop-in seat upholstered in needlepoint tapestry featuring patterns of pink, white, and green. Visible details include scroll-carved ear pieces at the top rail junctions, pierced interlacing woodwork within the backrest, and clean mitred joints on the seat frame. Measuring 84 cm high, 54 cm wide, and 46 cm deep, with a seat height of 37 cm, the chair functions well as a dining seat, an occasional desk chair, or a decorative accent in a traditional hallway or living room today.

FAQs

Originating in 18th-century Britain, Georgian mahogany side chairs are armless seating pieces characterised by solid mahogany construction, pierced vertical splats, and balanced classical proportions.

These chairs were primarily crafted from dense Cuban or West Indian mahogany, featuring hand-cut mortise and tenon joinery, drop-in padded seats, and corner block supports.

Authentic Georgian chairs feature hand-planed timbers, irregular saw marks on unexposed undersides, hand-carved details, and natural patination around high-wear areas such as the stretchers and seat frame.

A single Georgian side chair functions well as an accent piece in a hallway, positioned alongside a contemporary writing desk, or paired with a minimalist dining table to create visual contrast.

Dust the timber regularly with a soft cloth and apply beeswax polish once or twice a year, avoiding chemical sprays and direct heat sources to preserve the original finish.

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Georgian Mahogany Side Chair