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Pair 18th Century Mahogany Irish Chippendale Armchairs
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for sale €2,867     $3,112
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Walton House Antiques

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Pair 18th Century Mahogany Irish Chippendale Armchairs

18th century
Description

Pair of superb quality Mid 18th Century mahogany Irish chippendale armchairs

Height 38" 97cm

Width 26" 66cm

Depth 19" 49cm

All of the items that we advertise for sale have been as accurately described as possible and are in excellent condition, unless otherwise stated. Please note that we are also able to arrange a full shipping service for our customers. We look forward to being of service.

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Walton House Antiques has dated these Irish Chippendale Mahogany Armchairs to the 18th Century.

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SA1238784
Dealers Internal Reference
WH9843
Dealers Notes

All of the items that we advertise for sale have been as accurately described as possible and are in excellent condition, unless otherwise stated. Please note that we are also able to arrange a full shipping service for our customers. We look forward to being of service.

Description
Pair of superb quality Mid 18th Century mahogany Irish chippendale armchairs

Height 38" 97cm

Width 26" 66cm

Depth 19" 49cm

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All of the items that we advertise for sale have been as accurately described as possible and are in excellent condition, unless otherwise stated.
Walton House Antiques

Please note that we are also able to arrange a full shipping service for our customers. We look forward to being of service.

Date of Manufacture

Walton House Antiques has dated these Irish Chippendale Mahogany Armchairs to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1238784
Dealers Internal Ref
WH9843
Walton House Antiques
Walton House Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2011

Specialists in 18th and early 19th century antique furniture 19th century oils and 19th french ormolu clocks

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Walton House Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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A pair of 18th-century mahogany Irish Chippendale armchairs featuring hand-carved pierced splats, curved arms, and rust-coloured velvet seat pads.
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Archive I A pair of 18th-century mahogany Irish Chippendale armchairs featuring hand-carved pierced splats, curved arms, and rust-coloured velvet seat pads.

Pair 18th Century Mahogany Irish Chippendale Armchairs

Archive II A pair of 18th-century mahogany Irish Chippendale armchairs featuring hand-carved pierced splats, curved arms, and rust-coloured velvet seat pads. View II
Archive III A pair of 18th-century mahogany Irish Chippendale armchairs featuring hand-carved pierced splats, curved arms, and rust-coloured velvet seat pads. View III
Archive IV A pair of 18th-century mahogany Irish Chippendale armchairs featuring hand-carved pierced splats, curved arms, and rust-coloured velvet seat pads. View IV
Archive V A pair of 18th-century mahogany Irish Chippendale armchairs featuring hand-carved pierced splats, curved arms, and rust-coloured velvet seat pads. View V
Archive VI A pair of 18th-century mahogany Irish Chippendale armchairs featuring hand-carved pierced splats, curved arms, and rust-coloured velvet seat pads. View VI
Archive VII A pair of 18th-century mahogany Irish Chippendale armchairs featuring hand-carved pierced splats, curved arms, and rust-coloured velvet seat pads. View VII
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Walton House Antiques
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Walton House Antiques
Walton Buildings
The Square
Mere
BA12 6DL
United Kingdom
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A pair of 18th-century mahogany Irish Chippendale armchairs featuring hand-carved pierced splats, curved arms, and rust-coloured velvet seat pads.
Pair 18th Century mahogany Irish chippendale armchairs
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A pair of 18th-century mahogany Irish Chippendale armchairs featuring hand-carved pierced splats, curved arms, and rust-coloured velvet seat pads.
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  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Velvet
  • ColourDark Brown, Rust
  • MotifsPierced splat back, Carved crest rail, Serpentine arm supports, Square H-stretcher legs

This pair of eighteenth-century mahogany Irish Chippendale armchairs exemplifies classic Georgian design through dark brown timber frames and rich rust-coloured velvet seat pads. Each chair displays an intricate pierced splat back, a delicately carved crest rail, serpentine arm supports, and sturdy square legs joined by an H-stretcher. The polished wood surface reveals warm grain tones complementing the plush fabric upholstery. These armchairs measure 97 cm in height, 66 cm in width, and 49 cm in depth, offering comfortable seating dimensions. They provide a stately seating option suited for traditional living spaces, formal dining rooms, or home libraries as statement accent pieces.

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Irish Chippendale furniture from the mid-to-late 18th century incorporates Thomas Chippendale design elements such as pierced back splats, ornate crest rails, and carved scrollwork, often featuring slightly heavier proportions and distinct regional craftsmanship compared to English counterparts.

Primary woods during this period were dense West Indian or Cuban mahogany, valued for its fine grain and durability. Construction relied on traditional mortise and tenon joinery, hand-cut dovetails, and corner blocks secured with wooden pegs or early handmade iron screws.

Authentic 18th-century pieces display irregular hand-planed surfaces, hand-cut mortise and tenon joints, oxidisation on unpainted timber undersides, and natural shrinkage across the grain. The weight of Cuban mahogany is also substantially heavier than later cut timber.

Antique mahogany armchairs can be paired with neutral, modern dining tables, placed individually alongside contemporary art, or positioned in a study settings to contrast historic wood tones against minimalist architectural backdrops.

Maintain mahogany surfaces by dusting with a dry microfibre cloth and applying a high-grade beeswax polish once or twice a year to nourish the timber. Keep items away from direct heat sources and direct sunlight to prevent timber movement and fabric fading.
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