Georgian Mahogany Library Chair 18th Century

Name: Georgian Mahogany Library Chair.
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1228644
Price: 985 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectArmchairs
Period18th century
StyleGeorgian
MaterialMahogany, Leather, Brass
ColourDeep Red
MotifsTurned front legs, Brass studding, Padded armrests, Brass castors
SizeH 94 cm (37 in) x W 61 cm (24 in) x D 68.5 cm (27 in)

This Georgian library chair consists of a mahogany frame and deep red faux leather upholstery secured with brass studding along the edges. The seat features a buttoned back rear cushion, complemented by padded armrests supported by turned front columns. The structure includes turned front legs and plain back legs, all terminating in brass cup castors, alongside a reeded frame design. The item measures 94 cm high, 61 cm wide, and 68.5 cm deep, with a seat height of 49 cm. Suitable for placement in a gentleman's library or a home study, this piece provides comfortable seating with a raked back and a deep seat. The materials show a warm colour and aged patina, with nice condition throughout except for one old repair on a back leg. The combination of timber, leather, and metal hardware makes it a functional seating option for reading rooms and traditional interior spaces.

FAQs

Originating in 18th-century Britain, Georgian library chairs were designed for prolonged seating in a study, featuring deep proportioned seats, sturdy mahogany frames, and leather upholstery often finished with brass stud detailing.

Craftsmen primarily used solid timber such as mahogany or walnut for the frames, traditional horsehair and webbing for internal structure, genuine hide leather for upholstery, and hand-punched brass tacks.

Authentic pieces feature hand-carved mahogany, traditional mortise and tenon joinery, original brass castors, natural patination on the leather, and subtle irregularities in the hand-set brass studding.

Place the chair in a study or living room corner alongside a simple wooden side table and a brass floor lamp to create a functional reading area that anchors contemporary spaces with historical character.

Dust the leather surface regularly with a dry cloth, apply a specialised leather conditioner annually to prevent cracking, and position the chair away from direct sunlight and direct heat sources.

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