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Late 18th Century Painted George III Armchair with Unusual Block Feet
Rob Hall Antiques
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Late 18th Century Painted George III Armchair with Unusual Block Feet

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A late 18th-century George III painted open armchair, retaining its worn black surface with particularly attractive wear through prolonged use. The shield-shaped back centred by a pierced splat, above a generously proportioned seat and elegant arms.

The chair is raised on square tapering legs, terminating in unusual stepped block feet — a distinctive and robust provincial, possibly Irish-influenced interpretation of the standard neo-classical spade foot. This subtle but important variation gives the chair a stronger stance and clear individuality, reflecting the practical craftsmanship of regional workshops working from pattern-book designs.

The surface is a particular strength, with consistent age and handling wear revealing the warm underlying tones beneath the worn paint, especially to the arms and edges. The seat is upholstered in dark velvet, later but in keeping.

A characterful and honest example of late 18th-century vernacular design, combining classical influence with regional interpretation.

Measuring: height to seat 47 cm, width 58 cm, height to back 103 cm, depth 49 cm

English or Irish, c.1780

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Rob Hall Antiques has dated this George III Painted Armchair to the 18th Century.

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A late 18th-century George III painted open armchair, retaining its worn black surface with particularly attractive wear through prolonged use.
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The shield-shaped back centred by a pierced splat, above a generously proportioned seat and elegant arms.
Rob Hall Antiques
fig 1. A late eighteenth-century George III black painted armchair featuring an open decorative backrest, curved arms, dark velvet upholstery, and square block feet.
fig 1. Late 18th Century Painted George III Armchair with Unusual Block Feet

The chair is raised on square tapering legs, terminating in unusual stepped block feet — a distinctive and robust provincial, possibly Irish-influenced interpretation of the standard neo-classical spade foot. This subtle but important variation gives the chair a stronger stance and clear individuality, reflecting the practical craftsmanship of regional workshops working from pattern-book designs.

fig 2. A late eighteenth-century George III black painted armchair featuring an open decorative backrest, curved arms, dark velvet upholstery, and square block feet.
fig 2. Late 18th Century Painted George III Armchair with Unusual Block Feet

The surface is a particular strength, with consistent age and handling wear revealing the warm underlying tones beneath the worn paint, especially to the arms and edges. The seat is upholstered in dark velvet, later but in keeping.

fig 3. A late eighteenth-century George III black painted armchair featuring an open decorative backrest, curved arms, dark velvet upholstery, and square block feet.
fig 3. Late 18th Century Painted George III Armchair with Unusual Block Feet

A characterful and honest example of late 18th-century vernacular design, combining classical influence with regional interpretation.

Measuring: height to seat 47 cm, width 58 cm, height to back 103 cm, depth 49 cm

English or Irish, c.1780

Date of Manufacture

Rob Hall Antiques has dated this George III Painted Armchair to the 18th Century.

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Archive I A late eighteenth-century George III black painted armchair featuring an open decorative backrest, curved arms, dark velvet upholstery, and square block feet.

Late 18th Century Painted George III Armchair with Unusual Block Feet

Archive II A late eighteenth-century George III black painted armchair featuring an open decorative backrest, curved arms, dark velvet upholstery, and square block feet. View II
Archive III A late eighteenth-century George III black painted armchair featuring an open decorative backrest, curved arms, dark velvet upholstery, and square block feet. View III
Archive IV A late eighteenth-century George III black painted armchair featuring an open decorative backrest, curved arms, dark velvet upholstery, and square block feet. View IV
Archive V A late eighteenth-century George III black painted armchair featuring an open decorative backrest, curved arms, dark velvet upholstery, and square block feet. View V
Archive VI A late eighteenth-century George III black painted armchair featuring an open decorative backrest, curved arms, dark velvet upholstery, and square block feet. View VI
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A late eighteenth-century George III black painted armchair featuring an open decorative backrest, curved arms, dark velvet upholstery, and square block feet.
LATE 18TH CENTURY PAINTED GEORGE III ARMCHAIR WITH UNUSUAL BLOCK FEET
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A late eighteenth-century George III black painted armchair featuring an open decorative backrest, curved arms, dark velvet upholstery, and square block feet.
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George III armchairs, produced during the late eighteenth century, typically feature neoclassical proportions, shield or oval backs, swept arm supports, and tapered legs influenced by designers such as George Hepplewhite and Thomas Sheraton.

Chairs from this period were commonly crafted from native hardwoods such as beech or fruitwood when intended for painting, and fitted with horsehair upholstery, drop-in or stuffed seats, and hand-cut mortise and tenon joinery.

Authentic examples exhibit hand-carved details, irregular tool marks underneath the frame, natural age-related paint wear showing bare timber beneath, and original hand-cut wooden pegs or iron fasteners.

Position the chair as a singular accent piece in a contemporary bedroom, entry hallway, or study to introduce historical contrast, pairing its dark painted finish with neutral wall tones and simple modern lighting.

Maintain the painted finish by dusting regularly with a soft dry cloth, avoiding water or chemical cleaners that degrade original pigment, and applying a thin coat of clear microcrystalline wax to protect against moisture.
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