What characterises George II style dining chairs?

George II style chairs typically feature intricate hand-carved details, pierced back splats, cabriole legs, and distinctive pad or ball-and-claw feet inspired by mid-18th-century design.

What materials were traditionally used in Georgian dining chairs?

Dense Cuban or West Indian mahogany was the primary timber choice, valued for its rich grain and suitability for detailed carving, paired with drop-in or fixed upholstered seats.

How do you identify authentic Irish George II style chairs?

Irish Georgian chairs often display distinct heavy proportions, deep apron carving, shell or mask motifs, and prominent webbed or ball-and-claw feet.

How can mahogany dining chairs be integrated into modern interiors?

Pairing carved dark mahogany chairs with a contemporary neutral dining table creates a striking balance between historic craftsmanship and modern design.

How should antique mahogany chairs be maintained?

Dust timber surfaces regularly with a soft dry cloth, apply beeswax sparingly once or twice a year, and position away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent drying or fading.

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Set of Eight Irish George II Style Mahogany Dining Chairs

Name: Set of Eight Irish George II Style Mahogany Dining Chairs
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1213729
Price: 1445 GBP
Availability: InStock

1900 - 1920

For Sale by Shackladys Antiques

Description

A highly decorative set of eight Irish George II style carved mahogany dining chairs, comprising six single chairs and a pair of matching armchairs. Exceptionally well made, each chair features an elaborately pierced and carved splat back with flowing foliate and scroll decoration, the shaped cresting rails richly carved throughout with acanthus and shell motifs in the Rococo taste.

The generously proportioned seats have recently been upholstered in a striking mustard gold velvet fabric, providing an attractive contrast against the rich mahogany frames. The armchairs retain elegant scrolling arms with shaped supports, whilst all chairs stand on finely carved cabriole legs terminating in bold ball and claw feet. Further carved detail can be seen to the knees and shaped seat rails, adding to the quality and depth of the carving throughout the set.

Dimensions

Side chairs

Height: 40 inches – 102cm

Height to seat: 20.5 inches – 52cm

Width: 22 inches – 56cm

Depth: 26 inches – 66cm

Armchairs

Height: 40.5 inches – 103cm

Height to seat: 20.5 inches – 52cm

Width: 22 inches – 56cm

Depth: 25.5 inches – 65cmA highly decorative set of eight Irish George II style carved mahogany dining chairs, comprising six single chairs and a pair of matching armchairs. Exceptionally well made, each chair features an elaborately pierced and carved splat back with flowing foliate and scroll decoration, the shaped cresting rails richly carved throughout with acanthus and shell motifs in the Rococo taste.

The generously proportioned seats have recently been upholstered in a striking mustard gold velvet fabric, providing an attractive contrast against the rich mahogany frames. The armchairs retain elegant scrolling arms with shaped supports, whilst all chairs stand on finely carved cabriole legs terminating in bold ball and claw feet. Further carved detail can be seen to the knees and shaped seat rails, adding to the quality and depth of the carving throughout the set.

Dimensions

Side chairs

Height: 40 inches – 102cm

Height to seat: 20.5 inches – 52cm

Width: 22 inches – 56cm

Depth: 26 inches – 66cm

Armchairs

Height: 40.5 inches – 103cm

Height to seat: 20.5 inches – 52cm

Width: 22 inches – 56cm

Depth: 25.5 inches – 65cm

Physical Dimensions

Height

103cm (40.55")

Width

56cm (22.05")

Depth

65cm (25.59")

Declaration

Shackladys Antiques has dated these George II Mahogany Dining Chairs to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1213729

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The generously proportioned seats have recently been upholstered in a striking mustard gold velvet fabric, providing an attractive contrast against the rich mahogany frames.

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The armchairs retain elegant scrolling arms with shaped supports, whilst all chairs stand on finely carved cabriole legs terminating in bold ball and claw feet. Further carved detail can be seen to the knees and shaped seat rails, adding to the quality and depth of the carving throughout the set.

fig 1. A set of eight dark mahogany dining chairs featuring elaborate pierced back splats, cabriole legs with ball and claw feet, and mustard yellow velvet upholstered seats. — fig 1. Set of Eight Irish George II Style Mahogany Dining Chairs

Dimensions

Side chairs

Height: 40 inches – 102cm

Height to seat: 20.5 inches – 52cm

Width: 22 inches – 56cm

Depth: 26 inches – 66cm

Armchairs

Height: 40.5 inches – 103cm

Height to seat: 20.5 inches – 52cm

Width: 22 inches – 56cm

fig 2. A set of eight dark mahogany dining chairs featuring elaborate pierced back splats, cabriole legs with ball and claw feet, and mustard yellow velvet upholstered seats. — fig 2. Set of Eight Irish George II Style Mahogany Dining Chairs

Depth: 25.5 inches – 65cmA highly decorative set of eight Irish George II style carved mahogany dining chairs, comprising six single chairs and a pair of matching armchairs. Exceptionally well made, each chair features an elaborately pierced and carved splat back with flowing foliate and scroll decoration, the shaped cresting rails richly carved throughout with acanthus and shell motifs in the Rococo taste.

fig 3. A set of eight dark mahogany dining chairs featuring elaborate pierced back splats, cabriole legs with ball and claw feet, and mustard yellow velvet upholstered seats. — fig 3. Set of Eight Irish George II Style Mahogany Dining Chairs

The generously proportioned seats have recently been upholstered in a striking mustard gold velvet fabric, providing an attractive contrast against the rich mahogany frames. The armchairs retain elegant scrolling arms with shaped supports, whilst all chairs stand on finely carved cabriole legs terminating in bold ball and claw feet. Further carved detail can be seen to the knees and shaped seat rails, adding to the quality and depth of the carving throughout the set.