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Set of 10 (8 + 2) Regency Style Mahogany Dining Chairs
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Set of 10 (8 + 2) Regency Style Mahogany Dining Chairs

1900 - 1920
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An elegant set of ten Regency style mahogany dining chairs, comprising eight side chairs and two impressive carver chairs. Beautifully designed in the distinctive Regency taste, this attractive set combines classical elegance with fine decorative detailing.

Each chair is raised upon gracefully swept sabre legs, while the backs feature finely carved lyre-shaped splats enhanced with brass rods, creating a striking classical motif. The cresting rails are further embellished with decorative brass inlays, adding a refined touch to the rich mahogany timber.

The two carver chairs feature elegantly shaped and reeded arms, providing additional comfort and distinction at the head of the dining table. The chairs are fitted with practical lift-out seats, making them suitable for reupholstery to complement your chosen interior.

A handsome and characterful set, ideal for creating an impressive dining arrangement in a traditional or period-inspired interior.

The chairs are presented in good condition.

Size Singles:

Height 33 1/2" (85cm)

Width 19" (48cm)

Depth 18" (46cm)

Seat height 18" (46cm)

Size Carvers:

Height 33 1/2" (85cm)

Width 20" (51cm)

Depth 20" (51cm)

Seat height 18" (46cm)

Physical Dimensions
Height
85cm (33.46")
Width
51cm (20.08")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Declaration

Philip Hunt Antiques has dated these Regency Mahogany Dining Chairs to the 1920s.

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SA1241060
Dealers Internal Reference
PP123-16
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An elegant set of ten Regency style mahogany dining chairs, comprising eight side chairs and two impressive carver chairs.
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Beautifully designed in the distinctive Regency taste, this attractive set combines classical elegance with fine decorative detailing.
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fig 1. A set of ten mahogany Regency style dining chairs featuring carved lyre back splats, curved armrests on two carvers, and rust-coloured upholstered seats.
fig 1. Set of 10 (8 + 2) Regency Style Mahogany Dining Chairs

Each chair is raised upon gracefully swept sabre legs, while the backs feature finely carved lyre-shaped splats enhanced with brass rods, creating a striking classical motif. The cresting rails are further embellished with decorative brass inlays, adding a refined touch to the rich mahogany timber.

fig 2. A set of ten mahogany Regency style dining chairs featuring carved lyre back splats, curved armrests on two carvers, and rust-coloured upholstered seats.
fig 2. Set of 10 (8 + 2) Regency Style Mahogany Dining Chairs

The two carver chairs feature elegantly shaped and reeded arms, providing additional comfort and distinction at the head of the dining table. The chairs are fitted with practical lift-out seats, making them suitable for reupholstery to complement your chosen interior.

fig 3. A set of ten mahogany Regency style dining chairs featuring carved lyre back splats, curved armrests on two carvers, and rust-coloured upholstered seats.
fig 3. Set of 10 (8 + 2) Regency Style Mahogany Dining Chairs

A handsome and characterful set, ideal for creating an impressive dining arrangement in a traditional or period-inspired interior.

The chairs are presented in good condition.

Size Singles:

Height 33 1/2" (85cm)

Width 19" (48cm)

Depth 18" (46cm)

Seat height 18" (46cm)

Size Carvers:

Height 33 1/2" (85cm)

Width 20" (51cm)

Depth 20" (51cm)

Seat height 18" (46cm)

Height
85cm (33.46")
Width
51cm (20.08")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Date of Manufacture

Philip Hunt Antiques has dated these Regency Mahogany Dining Chairs to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1241060
Dealers Internal Ref
PP123-16
Philip Hunt Antiques
Philip Hunt Antiques
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Specializing in furniture spanning from the illustrious 18th century to the early 20th century,

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Archive I A set of ten mahogany Regency style dining chairs featuring carved lyre back splats, curved armrests on two carvers, and rust-coloured upholstered seats.

Set of 10 (8 + 2) Regency Style Mahogany Dining Chairs

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A set of ten mahogany Regency style dining chairs featuring carved lyre back splats, curved armrests on two carvers, and rust-coloured upholstered seats.
Set of 10 (8 + 2) Regency Style Mahogany Dining Chairs
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A set of ten mahogany Regency style dining chairs featuring carved lyre back splats, curved armrests on two carvers, and rust-coloured upholstered seats.
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  • ObjectDining Chairs
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleRegency Revival
  • MaterialMahogany, Fabric
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsLyre splat, Sabre legs, Curved armrests
  • SizeH 85 cm (33 in) x W 51 cm (20 in) x D 51 cm (20 in)

This set of ten Regency style dining chairs comprises eight side chairs and two carvers made from warm brown mahogany. The design incorporates carved lyre-shaped splats with brass rods, decorative brass inlays on the cresting rails, and gracefully swept sabre legs, with the carver chairs adding curved and reeded armrests. The lift-out seats are upholstered in rust-coloured fabric. Each single chair measures 85 cm high, 48 cm wide, and 46 cm deep, while each carver measures 85 cm high, 51 cm wide, and 51 cm deep. Positioned around a dining table, this set provides a formal and coordinated seating arrangement in a traditional or period-inspired dining room. The mix of open side chairs and armed carvers creates a complete ensemble suited for hosting guests and everyday family meals alike.

Regency style dining chairs are defined by Neoclassical influences, often incorporating motifs inspired by ancient Greece and Rome, such as lyre splats, sabre legs, and reeded frames. Crafted predominantly in rich woods like mahogany and rosewood, they emphasise clean proportion, elegant restraint, and refined carving.

Primary timber included high-grade Cuban and West Indian mahogany, as well as rosewood and zebrawood veneers. Accents frequently featured brass mounts, inlay, or strung detail, alongside horsehair-stuffed seats upholstered in silk, damask, or leather.

Authentic 19th-century Regency chairs display hand-sawn construction marks, wood pegged or mortise-and-tenon joints, and natural patination on untrimmed undersides. Later Regency Revival reproductions from the late 19th or 20th century often show machine-cut screws, uniform tool marks, and modern upholstery materials.

Pairing dark mahogany Regency chairs with a contemporary minimalist table creates a balanced contrast of textures and eras. Re-upholstering the seats in neutral linen or bold geometric fabrics integrates the classic wood frames into modern color palettes.

Dust mahogany surfaces regularly with a soft, lint-free cloth, avoiding silicone-based commercial sprays. Apply high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year to nourish the timber and protect the original finish, keeping the chairs away from direct sunlight and heat sources.
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