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18th Century Wingback Armchair
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18th Century Wingback Armchair

18th century
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A late 18th century mahogany framed wingback armchair, standing on square braced legs, upholstered in country scene fabric.

For reupholstery or usable as it is.

H:111cm W:79cm D:65cm

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Date of Manufacture

Hunt Gather Antiques has dated this 18th Century Wing Armchair to the 18th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
111cm (43.70")
Width
79cm (31.10")
Depth
65cm (25.59")
Reference Numbers
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SA1235469
Dealers Internal Reference
HG0748
Description
A late 18th century mahogany framed wingback armchair, standing on square braced legs, upholstered in country scene fabric.

For reupholstery or usable as it is.

H:111cm W:79cm D:65cm

For international shipping please get in touch via our contact utility

Date of Manufacture

Hunt Gather Antiques has dated this 18th Century Wing Armchair to the 18th Century.

Height
111cm (43.70")
Width
79cm (31.10")
Depth
65cm (25.59")
Reference Numbers
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SA1235469
Dealers Internal Ref
HG0748
Hunt Gather Antiques
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Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2026
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Hunt Gather Antiques
Telephone 07525 794887
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Unit 7c
Riverside Trading Estate
Fiddlers Ferry
Penketh
Warrington
Cheshire
WA5 2UL
United Kingdom

By appointment only.
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/huntgather
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An 18th-century wingback armchair upholstered in patterned tapestry fabric with dark wood legs and brass casters.
18th century wingback armchair
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  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Tapestry, Brass
  • ColourBeige, Brown
  • MotifsFlared wings, Scroll arms, H-stretcher frame, Brass casters
  • SizeH 111 cm (44 in) x W 79 cm (31 in) x D 65 cm (26 in)

This Georgian wingback armchair dates from the 18th century, with a mahogany frame and tapestry upholstery. The piece displays a beige and brown patterned textile covering a tall back with flared wings, scroll arms, and an open seat. The exposed wooden base consists of square upright legs joined by an H-stretcher frame and finished with small brass casters. The timber shows a warm brown tone with visible grain, while the woven fabric depicts a detailed country scene with muted blue and floral accents. The armchair measures 111 cm high, 79 cm wide, and 65 cm deep. In a contemporary interior, this traditional armchair suits a living room, study, or reading corner as a comfortable fireside seat or an accent chair. It provides functional seating with classic period proportions and traditional upholstery work. The sturdy frame supports daily use while maintaining its decorative character derived from Georgian cabinet-making styles. Homeowners can place the chair beside a bookshelf, fireplace, or window to add classic English country house style to the room layout.

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First developed in 17th-century England, the wingback armchair was designed to retain heat from a fireplace and shield the sitter from cold draughts. By the 18th century, these chairs evolved with refined proportions, plush upholstery, and decorative timber bases.

Early wingback chairs were typically constructed with solid hardwood frames, such as walnut, oak, or mahogany, joined using traditional mortise and tenon joints. Cushioning was crafted using natural materials including horsehair, wool, and burlap, topped with woven tapestry or damask upholstery.

Authentic 18th-century wingback armchairs feature hand-carved hardwood legs, traditional hand-stitched webbing, and irregular tool marks beneath the frame. The presence of original H-stretchers connecting square or cabriole legs, along with period-appropriate timber patination, also indicates genuine age.

An antique wingback armchair serves as a focal piece when placed alongside a minimalist side table and a modern floor lamp. Pairing patterned tapestry upholstery with neutral wool throws or muted wall tones creates a balanced dialogue between historic craftsmanship and modern design.

Vacuum tapestry fabrics gently using a soft brush attachment and protect them from direct sunlight to prevent colour fading. Dust wooden legs regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and apply beeswax sparingly once a year to nourish the timber and maintain its patination.
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