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Antique Hepplewhite Revival Carver Chair, English, Elbow Seat, Victorian, C.1900
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Antique Hepplewhite Revival Carver Chair, English, Elbow Seat, Victorian, C.1900

19th century
Description

This is an antique Hepplewhite revival carver chair. An English, mahogany elbow seat, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.

Inspired by the classic Hepplewhite style, showcasing elegance and symmetry

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout

Select stocks present fine grain interest and deep caramel hues

An elegant chair, ideal for the reception hall, bedroom or lounge

Distinctive Hepplewhite backrest featuring a splayed palm motif, set within a lyre-shaped splat

Offers a comfortable a seat height at 47cm (18.5'') and arm height of 70cm (27.5'')

Benefits from a tasteful professional reupholstering in blue silk cotton textile

Brushed cotton foliate pattern adorns the traditionally stuffed drop-in cushion

Serpentine arms terminate in rolled knuckles and raised upon an arched support

Square section front legs united with the opposite side and rear with an H-stretcher

Rear legs gently splayed, providing stability and refined proportion

A wonderful Hepplewhite revival chair, balancing craftsmanship, beauty, and practical usability

This is a delightful antique Hepplewhite revival carver chair, offering appealing craftsmanship and a timeless elegance. Rich in detail and colour, this late Victorian elbow seat offers a fine example for the reception hall or lounge. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 59.5cm (23.5'')

Max Depth: 58cm (22.75'')

Max Height: 103cm (40.5'')

Seat Width: 50.5cm (20'')

Seat Depth: 48.5cm (19'')

Seat Height: 47cm (18.5'')

Arm Height: 70cm (27.5'')

Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Hepplewhite Revival Carver Chair to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
103cm (40.55")
Width
59.5cm (23.43")
Depth
58cm (22.83")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1244498
Dealers Internal Reference
26399
Dealers Notes

What our clients have to say: https://www.londonfine.co.uk/pages/reviews

Description
This is an antique Hepplewhite revival carver chair. An English, mahogany elbow seat, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.

Inspired by the classic Hepplewhite style, showcasing elegance and symmetry

fig 1. An antique Hepplewhite Revival mahogany carver chair featuring a carved back splat with a feather motif and a blue floral fabric seat.
fig 1. Antique Hepplewhite Revival Carver Chair, English, Elbow Seat, Victorian, C.1900

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout

Select stocks present fine grain interest and deep caramel hues

An elegant chair, ideal for the reception hall, bedroom or lounge

Distinctive Hepplewhite backrest featuring a splayed palm motif, set within a lyre-shaped splat

fig 2. An antique Hepplewhite Revival mahogany carver chair featuring a carved back splat with a feather motif and a blue floral fabric seat.
fig 2. Antique Hepplewhite Revival Carver Chair, English, Elbow Seat, Victorian, C.1900

Offers a comfortable a seat height at 47cm (18.5'') and arm height of 70cm (27.5'')

Benefits from a tasteful professional reupholstering in blue silk cotton textile

Brushed cotton foliate pattern adorns the traditionally stuffed drop-in cushion

fig 3. An antique Hepplewhite Revival mahogany carver chair featuring a carved back splat with a feather motif and a blue floral fabric seat.
fig 3. Antique Hepplewhite Revival Carver Chair, English, Elbow Seat, Victorian, C.1900

Serpentine arms terminate in rolled knuckles and raised upon an arched support

Square section front legs united with the opposite side and rear with an H-stretcher

Rear legs gently splayed, providing stability and refined proportion

fig 4. An antique Hepplewhite Revival mahogany carver chair featuring a carved back splat with a feather motif and a blue floral fabric seat.
fig 4. Antique Hepplewhite Revival Carver Chair, English, Elbow Seat, Victorian, C.1900

A wonderful Hepplewhite revival chair, balancing craftsmanship, beauty, and practical usability

“
This is a delightful antique Hepplewhite revival carver chair, offering appealing craftsmanship and a timeless elegance.
London Fine Antiques

Rich in detail and colour, this late Victorian elbow seat offers a fine example for the reception hall or lounge. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 59.5cm (23.5'')

Max Depth: 58cm (22.75'')

Max Height: 103cm (40.5'')

Seat Width: 50.5cm (20'')

Seat Depth: 48.5cm (19'')

Seat Height: 47cm (18.5'')

Arm Height: 70cm (27.5'')

Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Hepplewhite Revival Carver Chair to the Victorian era.

Height
103cm (40.55")
Width
59.5cm (23.43")
Depth
58cm (22.83")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1244498
Dealers Internal Ref
26399
London Fine Antiques
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Antique Hepplewhite Revival Carver Chair, English, Elbow Seat, Victorian, C.1900

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An antique Hepplewhite Revival mahogany carver chair featuring a carved back splat with a feather motif and a blue floral fabric seat.
Antique Hepplewhite Revival Carver Chair, English, Elbow Seat, Victorian, C.1900
Ref: SA1244498
An antique Hepplewhite Revival mahogany carver chair featuring a carved back splat with a feather motif and a blue floral fabric seat.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectCarver Chairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleHepplewhite Revival
  • MaterialMahogany, Fabric Upholstery
  • ColourDark Brown, Blue
  • MotifsCarved back splat, Feather motif, Curved armrests, Straight channelled legs
  • SizeH 103 cm (41 in) x W 59.5 cm (23 in) x D 58 cm (23 in)

FAQs

Hepplewhite Revival furniture dates primarily from the late 19th and early 20th centuries, drawing design inspiration from 18th-century English cabinetmaking. Key characteristics include shield-back or curved top rails, carved botanical or feather back splats, and straight or tapered legs.

Carver chairs of this design were predominantly constructed from solid mahogany due to its durability and grain clarity. The padded drop-in or fixed seats were traditionally covered in woven damask, silk brocade, or leather.

Authentic pieces from around 1900 exhibit hand-carved details, traditional mortise and tenon joinery, and natural timber patination. The underside of the frame typically displays hand-planed wood surfaces and age-consistent wear around the stretchers.

A single carver chair functions as an accent seat for a study desk, a reading corner, or a hallway entry space. It can also be placed at the head of a dining table to contrast with contemporary side chairs.

Dust the timber frame regularly using a soft microfibre cloth and apply natural beeswax polish periodically to maintain the timber. Upholstered seats should be cleaned with appropriate fabric care products and kept out of direct sunlight to prevent colour fading.
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