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Antique Early 19th Century Mahogany Elbow Chair – Fine Quality
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Antique Early 19th Century Mahogany Elbow Chair – Fine Quality

19th century
For Sale by Prior and Willis
Description

Antique Early 19th Century Mahogany Elbow Chair – Dining, Side, or Desk Chair, Fine Quality

Full of authentic charm and character, this early 19th-century mahogany elbow chair is rare, decorative and ideal for use as a dining, side, or desk chair. It features a lovely design with intricate carving and has recently been professionally reupholstered, combining comfort with timeless elegance.

Features & Craftsmanship

19th century

Structurally sound with no loose joints

Mahogany construction

Condition

Very good antique condition overall, showing expected signs of age, including historic marks, knocks, cracks, repairs, or alterations consistent with period furniture. No woodworm.

Dimensions

Width: 55 cm

Depth: 52 cm

Height: 89 cm

Seat height: 48 cm

Additional Information

Stock No: 8867

A refined and versatile mahogany chair that adds period charm and elegance to any room

Physical Dimensions
Height
89cm (35.04")
Width
55cm (21.65")
Depth
52cm (20.47")
Declaration

Prior and Willis has dated this Antique Mahogany Elbow Chair to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1189555
Dealers Internal Reference
8867
Dealers Notes

****call +44 7866 705199, email mark@priorandwillis.co.uk, or visit our website priorandwillisantiques.co.uk****

Description
Antique Early 19th Century Mahogany Elbow Chair – Dining, Side, or Desk Chair, Fine Quality
Full of authentic charm and character, this early 19th-century mahogany elbow chair is rare, decorative and ideal for use as a dining, side, or desk chair.
Prior and Willis

It features a lovely design with intricate carving and has recently been professionally reupholstered, combining comfort with timeless elegance.

fig 1. An early 19th-century mahogany elbow chair featuring curved armrests, a carved pierced back splat with rosettes, and light patterned fabric upholstery.
fig 1. Antique Early 19th Century Mahogany Elbow Chair – Fine Quality

Features & Craftsmanship

19th century

Structurally sound with no loose joints

Mahogany construction

Condition

Very good antique condition overall, showing expected signs of age, including historic marks, knocks, cracks, repairs, or alterations consistent with period furniture. No woodworm.

Dimensions

Width: 55 cm

Depth: 52 cm

Height: 89 cm

Seat height: 48 cm

Additional Information

Stock No: 8867

A refined and versatile mahogany chair that adds period charm and elegance to any room

Height
89cm (35.04")
Width
55cm (21.65")
Depth
52cm (20.47")
Date of Manufacture

Prior and Willis has dated this Antique Mahogany Elbow Chair to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1189555
Dealers Internal Ref
8867
Prior and Willis
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2015
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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Prior and Willis Profile Page

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Archive I An early 19th-century mahogany elbow chair featuring curved armrests, a carved pierced back splat with rosettes, and light patterned fabric upholstery.

Antique Early 19th Century Mahogany Elbow Chair – Fine Quality

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An early 19th-century mahogany elbow chair featuring curved armrests, a carved pierced back splat with rosettes, and light patterned fabric upholstery.
Antique Early 19th Century Mahogany Elbow Chair – Fine Quality
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An early 19th-century mahogany elbow chair featuring curved armrests, a carved pierced back splat with rosettes, and light patterned fabric upholstery.
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An early 19th-century elbow chair, often produced during the Regency or late Georgian periods, features open arms designed to support the elbows. Typically crafted from solid mahogany, these chairs exhibit classical proportions, carved back splats, and shaped legs reflecting the design trends of the era.

These chairs were primarily constructed from solid mahogany timber, prized for its strength and dark grain structure. Upholstered seats were padded using natural materials such as horsehair, covered in woven fabrics, damasks, or leather.

Authentic period chairs display hand-cut joinery, such as mortise and tenon joints, along with uneven tool marks on unseen surfaces. Natural timber shrinkage over time often creates subtle oval shapes in turned components, and the dark mahogany should show authentic surface patination.

An antique elbow chair functions well as an accent piece alongside contemporary office desks, within a reading nook, or placed in a hallway. The rich timber tones create a balanced contrast against neutral walls and modern upholstered furniture.

Dust the wood regularly with a soft, dry cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year to maintain the timber patina. Keep the chair away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent timber movement and fabric fading.
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