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Set of 6 C19th William IV Period Carved Rosewood Dining Chairs.
M Lees and Sons
for sale €1,346     $1,461
£1,150
M Lees and Sons

M Lees and Sons

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Set of 6 C19th William IV Period Carved Rosewood Dining Chairs.

19th century
For Sale by M Lees and Sons
Description

Set of 6 C19th William IV period carved rosewood dining chairs. Good quality set of figured rosewood chairs with well-carved backs , moulded frames and seat rails ,and carved detail to the tapering turned front supports . The chairs in excellent original condition with strong, solid frames ,and no breaks or repairs . Good comfortably-scaled chairs with well-designed 'rake' angle to the backs.

Original oil-cloth 'over-stuffed' seat covers in need of replacement (can be re-covered in clients choice of fabric at cost price approx. £300 to include re-webbing etc)

Good original patina and colour , and high grade of chosen timber.

The design of the chair backs having style features similar to those produced by Gillows of Lancaster.

H(overall/back) 35"

H (back) 17"

Seat H 18"

Seat W 18"

Seat D 16"

England c.1835

Physical Dimensions
Height
88.9002cm (35.00")
Width
45.7201cm (18.00")
Depth
40.6401cm (16.00")
Declaration

M Lees and Sons has dated these William IV Rosewood Dining Chairs to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA398828
Dealers Internal Reference
ML 164
Dealers Notes

Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place .

Whether buying for pleasure , decoration or investment, we welcome you to our web-site or premises .

Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge .

All goods are available to view and owned by M.Lees & Sons .

If visiting, a telephone call prior is advisable as due to the demands of the business the show-room does not have regular hours . Please feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance . Our inventory on the website Selling Antiques .co.uk showcases our range of stock, whilst more items are available to view on our website. Please visit us on:

www.leesantiquesworcester.com.

Tel. 01905 26620 / 07860826218

Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.

Description
Set of 6 C19th William IV period carved rosewood dining chairs.
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Good quality set of figured rosewood chairs with well-carved backs , moulded frames and seat rails ,and carved detail to the tapering turned front supports.
M Lees and Sons

. The chairs in excellent original condition with strong, solid frames ,and no breaks or repairs . Good comfortably-scaled chairs with well-designed 'rake' angle to the backs.

fig 1. A set of six 19th-century William IV carved rosewood dining chairs with balloon backs, carved centre bars, dark leather seats, and turned front legs.
fig 1. Set of 6 C19th William IV Period Carved Rosewood Dining Chairs.

Original oil-cloth 'over-stuffed' seat covers in need of replacement (can be re-covered in clients choice of fabric at cost price approx. £300 to include re-webbing etc)

Good original patina and colour , and high grade of chosen timber.

The design of the chair backs having style features similar to those produced by Gillows of Lancaster.

H(overall/back) 35"

H (back) 17"

Seat H 18"

Seat W 18"

Seat D 16"

England c.1835

Height
88.9002cm (35.00")
Width
45.7201cm (18.00")
Depth
40.6401cm (16.00")
Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated these William IV Rosewood Dining Chairs to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA398828
Dealers Internal Ref
ML 164
M Lees and Sons
M Lees and Sons
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2013

M.lees & sons , 'tower house' , severn st., worcester wr12nb tel . 07860826218

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the M Lees and Sons Profile Page

Trade Associations

M Lees and Sons is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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Telephone 07860 826218 or 01905 26620
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Tower House
1 Castle Place
Severn St
Worcester
WR1 2NB
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Feb 2013
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A set of six 19th-century William IV carved rosewood dining chairs with balloon backs, carved centre bars, dark leather seats, and turned front legs.
Set of 6 C19th William IV period carved rosewood dining chairs.
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Produced during the reign of King William IV from 1830 to 1837, this design style bridges the elegance of the Regency era and the robust ornamentation of early Victorian furniture. Pieces typically feature substantial carved foliage, rounded balloon-back profiles, and rich timber veneers such as rosewood and mahogany.

Chairs from this period were crafted using solid hardwood frameworks often veneered with highly figured Brazilian rosewood. Frames featured traditional mortise and tenon joinery, hand-turned legs with reeding or lotus carving, and padded drop-in or fixed seats upholstered in leather or woven textiles.

Authentic pieces display distinct transitional elements including rounded top rails shaped like a balloon, hand-carved horizontal mid-splats, and turned front legs terminating in tapered feet. Frame joinery exhibits hand-cut saw marks and original glue block supports beneath the seat rails.

Pairing carved period side chairs with a minimalist oak or glass dining table creates a balanced contrast between historical craft and contemporary lines. Placing these chairs against neutral walls allows the natural grain of dark timber and rich leather patination to serve as a focal point.

Rosewood finishes require regular dusting with a soft microfibre cloth and periodic application of beeswax paste to nourish the timber. Leather upholstery should be kept away from direct heat sources to prevent cracking and treated periodically with a neutral leather conditioner.
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