Antique Regency Mahogany Dining Chairs – Set of Six with Cane Seats, Five Singles & One Carver

A very elegant set of antique English Regency mahogany dining chairs consisting of five singles and one carver, retaining their original cane seats and attractive brass mounts.

Beautifully constructed in solid mahogany, the chairs have developed a rich colour and patina over nearly two centuries. The frames are refined in typical Regency taste with swept sabre legs and elegant proportions, while the carver chair features graceful scrolled arms terminating in carved roundels with brass stud decoration.

Each chair has a decorative spiral turned top rail and a shaped central splat decorated with a classical brass shell mount. Additional brass rosette mounts strengthen the joints and provide subtle decorative detail.

Cane seats were particularly popular during the Regency period as they were lighter than upholstered seating and provided a cooler, practical surface for dining rooms and morning rooms. The cane panels remain strong and supportive.

Sets such as this would originally have been used around a dining table with the armchair placed at the head for the host while the single chairs completed the sides of the table.

A handsome and practical Regency dining set with excellent colour and classical character.

Condition Report

Good antique condition with age related wear consistent with use. The mahogany frames display a pleasing patina with minor historic marks. The cane seats are in good order and supportive. Brass mounts and decorative details are original and present well.

Dimensions

Single Chairs

Height: 81.5 cm (32.1 in)

Width: 46.5 cm (18.3 in)

Depth: 42 cm (16.5 in)

Seat Height: 41.5 cm (16.3 in)

Carver Chair

Height: 80.5 cm (31.7 in)

Width: 51.5 cm (20.3 in)

Depth: 46 cm (18.1 in)

Seat Height: 42 cm (16.5 in)

Date: 1830

Origin: English

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