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A Fine Set of Ten Early 19th Century Mahogany Dining Chairs, Circa 1820
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A Fine Set of Ten Early 19th Century Mahogany Dining Chairs, Circa 1820

18th century
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An impressive and highly decorative set of ten early 19th century mahogany dining chairs, comprising eight single chairs and two carvers, dating to circa 1820 and displaying the elegant characteristics associated with the late Regency and William IV periods.

Beautifully crafted in richly figured mahogany, each chair features a finely carved, gently curved top rail with scrolling foliate decoration to either end, complemented by an exceptionally attractive carved and shaped central back rail. Other measurements: Seat Height 45 cm, Seat Depth and Width 41 cm.

The two carver chairs are distinguished by their elegant sweeping arms, terminating in boldly carved scrolls. All ten chairs stand on finely turned and reeded front legs, with gracefully swept sabre legs to the rear.

The mahogany retains a wonderful depth of colour and a rich, mellow patina acquired over many years, highlighting the quality of the timber and craftsmanship.

A particularly handsome and well-proportioned set, retaining much of its original character and charm. The seats are offered in their present condition, ready for reupholstery in a fabric of the purchaser’s choice.

A rare opportunity to acquire a substantial and remarkably original set of ten matching dining chairs, equally suited to a traditional dining room or a more contemporary interior.

Condition: Good antique condition to the frames. Seats require reupholstery.

Date of Manufacture

Marlborough Antiques & Interiors has dated these Regency Mahogany Dining Chairs to the Georgian era.

Independent Date Guide ID 09720817
Dealer's Item DateGeorgian era
Sellingantiques DateGeorgian era
Sellingantiques agingItem 190-215 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE GEORGIAN ERA:
Turned and reeded front legs: turning popular in the 1820s.
Hand-carved foliate corners on the top rails: crisp early nineteenth-century detail.
Swept sabre rear legs: classical Grecian shape of the Regency.
Softened edges and rubbing on the lower legs: honest wear from use.
Dense figured mahogany top rails: choice timber of the late Georgian era.

This Independent Date Guide was compiled by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. It works only from the photographs shown on this page and is never told the date the dealer has declared. It is a guide, not a guarantee of age, and occasional errors can occur.

Physical Dimensions
Height
87cm (34.25")
Width
49cm (19.29")
Depth
44cm (17.32")
Reference Numbers
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SA1245831
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We are primarily a web based business showing high quality antiques and decorative items in two warehouses in Lambourn Woodlands, Berkshire and Tetbury , Gloucestershire . Within easy reach of M4 Junctions and with a mainline station nearby and good private car parking facilities at all venues. We display the widest variety of antiques at all price levels, including paintings, furniture, fireside pieces and other decorative interior items. Not all our items are at any particular place so please call or email (enquiries@marlboroughantiques.com) or from our Contact page to avoid disappointment. Please view our Terms and conditions if needed at http://www.marlboroughantiques.com/terms.php.

We are very happy to discuss with clients their needs and to provide a sourcing service. We can advise on the acquisition of pieces in all areas of the fine and decorative arts, assisting clients in their search for individual pieces or for a particular item. If you have queries regarding this or any intended purchase please contact us. All items can be delivered either by postal service or by trusted and fully insured couriers; we use both for the UK market and for overseas delivery. Please inquire by email or phone to obtain a quote for delivery options. Items are described as Excellent - A1 Condition no faults, Very Good - very good condition with only very minor cosmetic issues if atall and consistent with age, Good - in good overall condition with some ageing, marks and wear consistent with age.

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An impressive and highly decorative set of ten early 19th century mahogany dining chairs, comprising eight single chairs and two carvers, dating to circa 1820 and displaying the elegant characteristics associated with the late Regency and William IV periods.
fig 1. A set of ten Regency mahogany dining chairs comprising eight side chairs and two carver armchairs with scrolled arms and turned legs.
fig 1. A Fine Set of Ten Early 19th Century Mahogany Dining Chairs, Circa 1820

Beautifully crafted in richly figured mahogany, each chair features a finely carved, gently curved top rail with scrolling foliate decoration to either end, complemented by an exceptionally attractive carved and shaped central back rail. Other measurements: Seat Height 45 cm, Seat Depth and Width 41 cm.

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The two carver chairs are distinguished by their elegant sweeping arms, terminating in boldly carved scrolls.
Marlborough Antiques & Interiors

All ten chairs stand on finely turned and reeded front legs, with gracefully swept sabre legs to the rear.

fig 2. A set of ten Regency mahogany dining chairs comprising eight side chairs and two carver armchairs with scrolled arms and turned legs.
fig 2. A Fine Set of Ten Early 19th Century Mahogany Dining Chairs, Circa 1820

The mahogany retains a wonderful depth of colour and a rich, mellow patina acquired over many years, highlighting the quality of the timber and craftsmanship.

A particularly handsome and well-proportioned set, retaining much of its original character and charm. The seats are offered in their present condition, ready for reupholstery in a fabric of the purchaser’s choice.

fig 3. A set of ten Regency mahogany dining chairs comprising eight side chairs and two carver armchairs with scrolled arms and turned legs.
fig 3. A Fine Set of Ten Early 19th Century Mahogany Dining Chairs, Circa 1820

A rare opportunity to acquire a substantial and remarkably original set of ten matching dining chairs, equally suited to a traditional dining room or a more contemporary interior.

Condition: Good antique condition to the frames. Seats require reupholstery.

Date of Manufacture

Marlborough Antiques & Interiors has dated these Regency Mahogany Dining Chairs to the Georgian era.

Independent Date Report ID 09720817
Dealer's Item DateGeorgian era
Sellingantiques datingGeorgian era
Sellingantiques agingItem 190-215 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the Georgian era:
Turned and reeded front legs: turning popular in the 1820s.
Hand-carved foliate corners on the top rails: crisp early nineteenth-century detail.
Swept sabre rear legs: classical Grecian shape of the Regency.
Softened edges and rubbing on the lower legs: honest wear from use.
Dense figured mahogany top rails: choice timber of the late Georgian era.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
87cm (34.25")
Width
49cm (19.29")
Depth
44cm (17.32")
Reference Numbers
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SA1245831
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A set of ten Regency mahogany dining chairs comprising eight side chairs and two carver armchairs with scrolled arms and turned legs.
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Archive I A set of ten Regency mahogany dining chairs comprising eight side chairs and two carver armchairs with scrolled arms and turned legs.

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A set of ten Regency mahogany dining chairs comprising eight side chairs and two carver armchairs with scrolled arms and turned legs.
A Fine Set of Ten Early 19th Century Mahogany Dining Chairs, Circa 1820
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  • ObjectDining Chairs
  • Period18th century
  • StyleRegency
  • MaterialMahogany
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsCarved crest rail, Scrolled arms, Turned reeded legs
  • SizeH 87 cm (34 in) x W 49 cm (19 in) x D 44 cm (17 in)

This set of ten early 19th century Regency dining chairs, dating to circa 1820, comprises eight side chairs and two carver armchairs. Made from warm brown mahogany with a rich, mellow patina, each chair displays a finely carved, gently curved top rail with scrolling foliate decoration, a shaped central back rail, and turned reeded front legs alongside swept sabre rear legs. The two carvers feature sweeping open arms with boldly carved scroll terminals. The exposed seats are upholstered in coarse hessian webbing, showing visible wear and frayed edges suitable for reupholstery. The side chairs measure 87 cm high by 49 cm wide and 44 cm deep, with a seat height of 45 cm. Suitable for use in a traditional formal dining room or a contemporary interior space, these matching chairs provide ample seating around a dining table. The substantial collection offers generous proportions and practical seating configurations while bringing historical character to a home setting. The durable wooden frames remain in good antique condition, ready for placement in daily domestic life once the drop-in seats receive new fabric.

Regency dining chairs produced between 1810 and 1830 are characterised by Neoclassical proportions, curved crest rails, decorative carving, and elegant turned or sabre legs inspired by ancient Greek and Roman furniture designs.

Chairs from this period were predominantly crafted from dense Cuban or West Indian mahogany using traditional mortise and tenon joinery, often featuring natural horsehair and calico stuffing for upholstered drop-in or fixed seats.

Authentic Regency chairs display hand-carved detailing, subtle irregularities from manual woodworking tools, genuine oxidation on the underside of the timber, and original hand-cut corner blocks within the seat frame.

Pairing dark mahogany dining chairs with a modern minimalist dining table creates a balanced contrast, while reupholstering the seats in contemporary linen or neutral wool adds a fresh look.

Keep mahogany furniture away from direct heat sources and strong sunlight to prevent warping and fading, and apply a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year to preserve the original patina.
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