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Fine Pair of Antique George III Quality Mahogany Desk/carver Chairs
London City Antiques
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Fine Pair of Antique George III Quality Mahogany Desk/carver Chairs

19th century
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Fine pair of antique George III quality mahogany desk/carver chairs having a quality mahogany turned reeded top rail, unusual attractive shaped splat to the centre, shaped reeded open arms supported by turned columns, upholstered in a quality fabric, turned tapering legs to the front and outswept back legs.

A lovely pair in very good condition both being sturdy and structurally sound.

Dimensions:

Height 83 cm (32.68 in)

Width 54 cm (21.26 in)

Depth 49 cm (19.29 in)

Seat Height 45 cm (17.72 in)

Dated 1800

Physical Dimensions
Height
83cm (32.68")
Width
54cm (21.26")
Depth
49cm (19.29")
Declaration

London City Antiques has dated these George III Mahogany Carver Chairs to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1195635
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2864
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Description
Fine pair of antique George III quality mahogany desk/carver chairs having a quality mahogany turned reeded top rail, unusual attractive shaped splat to the centre, shaped reeded open arms supported by turned columns, upholstered in a quality fabric, turned tapering legs to the front and outswept back legs.

A lovely pair in very good condition both being sturdy and structurally sound.

Dimensions:

Height 83 cm (32.68 in)

Width 54 cm (21.26 in)

Depth 49 cm (19.29 in)

Seat Height 45 cm (17.72 in)

Dated 1800

Height
83cm (32.68")
Width
54cm (21.26")
Depth
49cm (19.29")
Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated these George III Mahogany Carver Chairs to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1195635
Dealers Internal Ref
2864
London City Antiques
London City Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2020

At london city antiques we specialise in fine english antiques

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Archive I A pair of George III mahogany carver armchairs featuring reeded top rails, turned front legs, and beige velvet upholstered seats.

Fine Pair of Antique George III Quality Mahogany Desk/carver Chairs

Archive II A pair of George III mahogany carver armchairs featuring reeded top rails, turned front legs, and beige velvet upholstered seats. View II
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A pair of George III mahogany carver armchairs featuring reeded top rails, turned front legs, and beige velvet upholstered seats.
Fine Pair of Antique George III Quality Mahogany Desk/Carver Chairs
Ref: SA1195635
A pair of George III mahogany carver armchairs featuring reeded top rails, turned front legs, and beige velvet upholstered seats.
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George III seating, originating in 18th-century Britain, is characterised by classical proportions, refined line work, and prominent use of dense mahogany. Features often include reeded back rails, curved armrests, elegant splats, and turned or tapered front legs.

Craftsmen primarily utilised solid Cuban or West Indian mahogany joined with traditional hand-cut mortise and tenon joinery. Upholstery was secured over wooden frames using tacks, with decorative reeding and turning applied directly to the timber.

Authentic pieces display evidence of hand-carving irregularities, original tool marks beneath the seat frame, natural timber shrinkage over time, and a deep oxidized patina. The weight of the dense, old-growth mahogany is also a key indicator of age.

These versatile armchairs function well as statement desk chairs in a modern home office, paired flanking a console table in a hallway, or placed at either end of a contemporary dining table to create visual balance.

Maintain mahogany timber by applying a natural beeswax polish twice a year and wiping with a dry microfiber cloth. Keep the chairs away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent timber warping and fabric fading.
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