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Carved Mahogany Open Armchair
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Carved Mahogany Open Armchair

1900 - 1920
Description

A striking open armchair, constructed in mahogany with an intricately carved oval back and mustard-yellow upholstered seat.

The pierced back is formed as a radiating arrangement of stylised feathers and scrolling foliage, framed by a broad carved border. Shaped open arms sweep forward to scroll terminals, with further floral carving continuing along the supports and seat rails.

The serpentine-fronted seat is upholstered in mustard-yellow velvet and finished with close brass studding. The chair stands on slender turned and tapering front legs, with gently swept legs to the rear.

Dimensions

Height: 37 inches – 94 cm

Seat height: 18 inches – 46 cm

Width: 24.5 inches – 62 cm

Depth: 24 inches – 61 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
94cm (37.01")
Width
62cm (24.41")
Depth
61cm (24.02")
Declaration

Shackladys Antiques has dated this Carved Mahogany Armchair to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1240706
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Description
A striking open armchair, constructed in mahogany with an intricately carved oval back and mustard-yellow upholstered seat.
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The pierced back is formed as a radiating arrangement of stylised feathers and scrolling foliage, framed by a broad carved border.
Shackladys Antiques

Shaped open arms sweep forward to scroll terminals, with further floral carving continuing along the supports and seat rails.

fig 1. A carved mahogany open armchair featuring an oval wheat-sheaf backrest, swept arms, and a yellow upholstered seat secured with brass studs.
fig 1. Carved Mahogany Open Armchair

The serpentine-fronted seat is upholstered in mustard-yellow velvet and finished with close brass studding. The chair stands on slender turned and tapering front legs, with gently swept legs to the rear.

Dimensions

Height: 37 inches – 94 cm

Seat height: 18 inches – 46 cm

Width: 24.5 inches – 62 cm

Depth: 24 inches – 61 cm

Height
94cm (37.01")
Width
62cm (24.41")
Depth
61cm (24.02")
Date of Manufacture

Shackladys Antiques has dated this Carved Mahogany Armchair to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1240706
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Archive I A carved mahogany open armchair featuring an oval wheat-sheaf backrest, swept arms, and a yellow upholstered seat secured with brass studs.

Carved Mahogany Open Armchair

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CH3 5DB
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A carved mahogany open armchair featuring an oval wheat-sheaf backrest, swept arms, and a yellow upholstered seat secured with brass studs.
Carved Mahogany Open Armchair
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A carved mahogany open armchair featuring an oval wheat-sheaf backrest, swept arms, and a yellow upholstered seat secured with brass studs.
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  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleHepplewhite
  • MaterialMahogany, Fabric, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown, Yellow
  • MotifsOval back, Wheat sheaf splat, Fluted legs, Brass studding
  • SizeH 94 cm (37 in) x W 62 cm (24 in) x D 61 cm (24 in)

This Hepplewhite open armchair dates from 1900 and is constructed in dark brown mahogany with a mustard-yellow upholstered seat. The piece stands on slender fluted front legs with turned feet, and incorporates scrolling arm terminals and brass studding around the seat rail. The oval backrest features an intricate wheat-sheaf splat framed by carved foliage, while the serpentine-fronted seat provides a comfortable resting place. Measuring 94 cm high, 62 cm wide, and 61 cm deep, the armchair suits a traditional study, a formal living room, or a bedroom as a reading chair. It functions effectively as a decorative accent seating option within an English country house interior, bringing classic period style and functional utility to domestic spaces.

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Hepplewhite style seating emerged in late 18th-century England, defined by light, curvilinear frames and shield or oval backrests. These designs often incorporate classical carved motifs such as wheat sheaves, prince of wales feathers, or urns.

Primary woods typically included dark mahogany or satinwood, paired with beech or pine for internal framing. Construction utilised mortise and tenon joints, traditional horsehair padding, and hand-driven brass upholstery tacks.

Authentic 18th-century examples display evidence of hand-tooling, asymmetrical timber shrinkage along round elements, and original hand-cut joinery. Later Victorian or 20th-century reproductions often feature machine-sawn components and modern uniform screws.

Position the armchair as an accent seat alongside a modern desk or within a neutral reading corner. Pairing dark timber tones with bold upholstery fabric creates contrast while grounding the surrounding decor.

Apply a high-grade beeswax polish once or twice a year using a soft cotton cloth to protect the wood finish. Keep the piece away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent timber splitting and fabric fading.
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