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Set of 8 George III Mahogany Dining Chairs
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Set of 8 George III Mahogany Dining Chairs

18th century
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Set of Eight George III Mahogany Dining Chairs

Item Code: S25-510A

A well-matched set of eight George III period mahogany dining chairs, comprising six single chairs and a pair of carvers. The chairs feature elegant bowed top rails with finely pierced horizontal splat backs centred by shaped mahogany tablets, all raised on square tapering legs united by stretchers. The drop-in seats are upholstered in a striped fabric and would benefit from being re-covered, allowing the next owner to personalise the finish to suit their interior. A classic and well-proportioned Georgian design, suitable for both formal and country house dining rooms.

Key Features

* George III period, late 18th century

* Solid mahogany construction

* Set of six single chairs and two carver chairs

* Pierced splat backs with shaped central panels

* Square tapering legs united by stretchers

* Drop-in seats, upholstery would benefit from replacement

* Good colour and patina throughout

Dimensions

Single Chairs

Width: 51 cm

Depth: 51 cm

Height: 85 cm

Seat Height: 51 cm

Carver Chairs

Width: 53 cm

Depth: 53 cm

Height: 86 cm

Seat Height: 51 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
85cm (33.46")
Width
51cm (20.08")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Declaration

FB Antiques has dated these George III Mahogany Dining Chairs to the Georgian era.

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SA1188192
Dealers Internal Reference
S25-510A
Description
Set of Eight George III Mahogany Dining Chairs

Item Code: S25-510A

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A well-matched set of eight George III period mahogany dining chairs, comprising six single chairs and a pair of carvers.
FB Antiques

The chairs feature elegant bowed top rails with finely pierced horizontal splat backs centred by shaped mahogany tablets, all raised on square tapering legs united by stretchers. The drop-in seats are upholstered in a striped fabric and would benefit from being re-covered, allowing the next owner to personalise the finish to suit their interior. A classic and well-proportioned Georgian design, suitable for both formal and country house dining rooms.

fig 1. A set of eight George III mahogany dining chairs comprising two carver armchairs and six side chairs with slatted backs and striped fabric seats.
fig 1. Set of 8 George III Mahogany Dining Chairs

Key Features

George III period, late 18th century

Solid mahogany construction

Set of six single chairs and two carver chairs

Pierced splat backs with shaped central panels

Square tapering legs united by stretchers

fig 2. A set of eight George III mahogany dining chairs comprising two carver armchairs and six side chairs with slatted backs and striped fabric seats.
fig 2. Set of 8 George III Mahogany Dining Chairs

Drop-in seats, upholstery would benefit from replacement

Good colour and patina throughout

Dimensions

Single Chairs

Width: 51 cm

Depth: 51 cm

Height: 85 cm

Seat Height: 51 cm

Carver Chairs

Width: 53 cm

Depth: 53 cm

Height: 86 cm

Seat Height: 51 cm

Height
85cm (33.46")
Width
51cm (20.08")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Date of Manufacture

FB Antiques has dated these George III Mahogany Dining Chairs to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1188192
Dealers Internal Ref
S25-510A
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A set of eight George III mahogany dining chairs comprising two carver armchairs and six side chairs with slatted backs and striped fabric seats.
Set of 8 George III Mahogany Dining Chairs
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A set of eight George III mahogany dining chairs comprising two carver armchairs and six side chairs with slatted backs and striped fabric seats.
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  • ObjectDining Chairs
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorge III
  • MaterialMahogany, Fabric
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsSlatted backrests, inlaid panels, carver armrests, drop-in seats
  • SizeH 85 cm (33 in) x W 51 cm (20 in) x D 51 cm (20 in)

A set of eight George III period mahogany dining chairs comprising six single side chairs and a pair of carver armchairs with curved armrests. Constructed from solid warm brown mahogany displaying a polished timber grain finish, each chair possesses a slatted horizontal backrest featuring a central rectangular wooden tablet panel. The square tapering legs connect via H-form stretchers, supporting drop-in seat pads upholstered in a striped fabric pattern of cream and red tones. The set measures 85 cm high, 51 cm wide, and 51 cm deep for the single chairs. Suitable for formal dining spaces and country house interiors, this seating collection accommodates dinner parties and daily family meals around a large dining table. The traditional Georgian architecture provides sturdy seating while the upholstery allows for custom fabric replacement to match existing interior decoration schemes. Placement around a main table creates a unified arrangement for entertaining guests in a dining room.

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George III dining chairs, dating from the late 18th to early 19th century, are defined by neoclassical proportions, straight or subtly tapered legs, and detailed backrest designs such as splats, lattice work, or horizontal slats.

Primary woods included Cuban and West Indian mahogany, chosen for strength and rich grain patterns. Secondary woods like pine or oak were used for internal framing, paired with drop-in seats upholstered in horsehair or woven fabrics.

Authentic period pieces exhibit hand-cut mortise and tenon joinery, irregular hand-planed surfaces beneath the frame, original corner blocks, and natural age oxidation on the underside of the timber.

Pairing a set of dark mahogany chairs with a minimalist oak or marble dining table creates visual contrast. Updating seat upholstery with neutral linen or contemporary geometric fabrics integrates historic seating into modern decorative schemes.

Keep mahogany chairs away from direct sunlight and central heating radiators to prevent wood shrinkage or bleaching. Clean timber surfaces with a soft microfibre cloth and apply beeswax once or twice a year.
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