Mahogany Regency Hall Chairs 19th Century

Name: A Pair of Hall Chairs Attributed to Gillows
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1185500
Price: 950 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectHall Chairs
Period19th century
StyleRegency
MaterialMahogany
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsFluted turned legs, Circular central moulding, Shaped backrest, Solid timber seat
SizeH 89 cm (35 in) x W 50 cm (20 in) x D 47 cm (19 in)

This pair of Regency hall chairs is fashioned from mahogany displaying a rich warm brown colour with natural timber grain. Each chair has a shaped backrest accented with a raised circular central moulding, paired with a broad solid timber seat and fluted turned front legs that taper to simple feet. The structural design follows classical lines characteristic of the period, executed in solid hardwood without upholstery or hardware. Measuring 89 cm high by 50 cm wide and 47 cm deep, these side chairs are proportioned for practical daily placement in an entrance hallway, a traditional dining room, or a study. They function well as occasional seating against a wall or paired around a central table in a period home.

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Hall chairs emerged in the 18th and early 19th centuries as non-upholstered timber seating designed for entrance halls, characteristically featuring carved backrests, geometric motifs, and solid wood seats.

These chairs were constructed from solid dense timber such as Cuban mahogany, utilising mortise and tenon joinery, fluted turned legs, and solid timber seats built without upholstery.

Authentic period pieces exhibit signs of hand-turned craftsmanship, timber contraction along the grain, hand-cut joinery on the seat underside, and original patination or maker stamp impressions on the rear frame.

Positioning a pair symmetrically in an entryway, foyer, or along a hallway flanking a console table creates an architectural accent that introduces warm wood tones into contemporary spaces.

Maintain a consistent room humidity, keep the timber away from direct heat sources and strong sunlight, dust regularly with a dry microfibre cloth, and apply beeswax periodically to maintain the surface finish.

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A Pair of Hall Chairs Attributed to Gillows

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