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Set of 10 Mid-c19th Carved Mahogany Dining Chairs in the Chippendale Style.
M Lees and Sons
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M Lees and Sons

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Set of 10 Mid-c19th Carved Mahogany Dining Chairs in the Chippendale Style.

19th century
For Sale by M Lees and Sons
Description

Set of 10 mid-C19th carved mahogany dining chairs in the Chippendale style.

Good set of 10 (comprising 8 singles+ 2 carvers) mahogany chairs in the mid C18th style to the designs of Thomas Chippendale .

Well-carved elaborate interlaced open splat backs with leaf-carving detail and flamboyantly-shaped top-rails with leaf-carved 'ears'.

The broad serpentine-fronted seats with 'drop-in' seat pads ,raised on shaped cabriole legs with acanthus leaf carving to the knees and terminating in 'claw-and-ball' feet.

The larger-proportioned pair of armchairs with conforming decoration , the shaped arms with leaf-carving to the ends which have achieved pleasing wear and patina.

Excellent C18th period-style generous proportions and scale, constructed in traditional manner.

Good rich colour and period-style patina.

Furniture to the designs and taste of Thomas Chippendale saw a fashionable revival during this mid C19th period .

(The seats in need of recovering and upholstering , using a fabric of clients' choice and supply , this is included in the price.)

H (armchair) back 40"

W 24"

D 21"

H(seat) 18"

H(single) 39"

W 23"

D 19"

H(seat) 18"

England c.1850

Physical Dimensions
Height
102cm (40.16")
Width
61cm (24.02")
Depth
54cm (21.26")
Declaration

M Lees and Sons has dated these Chippendale Mahogany Dining Chairs to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA425953
Dealers Internal Reference
ML 169
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 10 mid-C19th carved mahogany dining chairs in the Chippendale style.
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Good set of 10 (comprising 8 singles+ 2 carvers) mahogany chairs in the mid C18th style to the designs of Thomas Chippendale.
M Lees and Sons

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fig 1. A set of ten mid-nineteenth century Chippendale style carved mahogany dining chairs featuring intricate back splats, cream upholstered seats, and cabriole legs with ball-and-claw feet.
fig 1. Set of 10 Mid-c19th Carved Mahogany Dining Chairs in the Chippendale Style.

Well-carved elaborate interlaced open splat backs with leaf-carving detail and flamboyantly-shaped top-rails with leaf-carved 'ears'.

The broad serpentine-fronted seats with 'drop-in' seat pads ,raised on shaped cabriole legs with acanthus leaf carving to the knees and terminating in 'claw-and-ball' feet.

fig 2. A set of ten mid-nineteenth century Chippendale style carved mahogany dining chairs featuring intricate back splats, cream upholstered seats, and cabriole legs with ball-and-claw feet.
fig 2. Set of 10 Mid-c19th Carved Mahogany Dining Chairs in the Chippendale Style.

The larger-proportioned pair of armchairs with conforming decoration , the shaped arms with leaf-carving to the ends which have achieved pleasing wear and patina.

Excellent C18th period-style generous proportions and scale, constructed in traditional manner.

fig 3. A set of ten mid-nineteenth century Chippendale style carved mahogany dining chairs featuring intricate back splats, cream upholstered seats, and cabriole legs with ball-and-claw feet.
fig 3. Set of 10 Mid-c19th Carved Mahogany Dining Chairs in the Chippendale Style.

Good rich colour and period-style patina.

Furniture to the designs and taste of Thomas Chippendale saw a fashionable revival during this mid C19th period .

(The seats in need of recovering and upholstering , using a fabric of clients' choice and supply , this is included in the price.)

H (armchair) back 40"

W 24"

D 21"

H(seat) 18"

H(single) 39"

W 23"

D 19"

H(seat) 18"

England c.1850

Height
102cm (40.16")
Width
61cm (24.02")
Depth
54cm (21.26")
Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated these Chippendale Mahogany Dining Chairs to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA425953
Dealers Internal Ref
ML 169
M Lees and Sons
M Lees and Sons
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2013

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

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Trade Associations

M Lees and Sons is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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Archive I A set of ten mid-nineteenth century Chippendale style carved mahogany dining chairs featuring intricate back splats, cream upholstered seats, and cabriole legs with ball-and-claw feet.

Set of 10 mid-C19th carved mahogany dining chairs in the Chippendale style.

Archive II A set of ten mid-nineteenth century Chippendale style carved mahogany dining chairs featuring intricate back splats, cream upholstered seats, and cabriole legs with ball-and-claw feet. View II
Archive III A set of ten mid-nineteenth century Chippendale style carved mahogany dining chairs featuring intricate back splats, cream upholstered seats, and cabriole legs with ball-and-claw feet. View III
Archive IV A set of ten mid-nineteenth century Chippendale style carved mahogany dining chairs featuring intricate back splats, cream upholstered seats, and cabriole legs with ball-and-claw feet. View IV
Archive V A set of ten mid-nineteenth century Chippendale style carved mahogany dining chairs featuring intricate back splats, cream upholstered seats, and cabriole legs with ball-and-claw feet. View V
Archive VI A set of ten mid-nineteenth century Chippendale style carved mahogany dining chairs featuring intricate back splats, cream upholstered seats, and cabriole legs with ball-and-claw feet. View VI
Archive VII A set of ten mid-nineteenth century Chippendale style carved mahogany dining chairs featuring intricate back splats, cream upholstered seats, and cabriole legs with ball-and-claw feet. View VII
Archive VIII A set of ten mid-nineteenth century Chippendale style carved mahogany dining chairs featuring intricate back splats, cream upholstered seats, and cabriole legs with ball-and-claw feet. View VIII
Archive IX A set of ten mid-nineteenth century Chippendale style carved mahogany dining chairs featuring intricate back splats, cream upholstered seats, and cabriole legs with ball-and-claw feet. View IX
Archive X A set of ten mid-nineteenth century Chippendale style carved mahogany dining chairs featuring intricate back splats, cream upholstered seats, and cabriole legs with ball-and-claw feet. View X
Archive XI A set of ten mid-nineteenth century Chippendale style carved mahogany dining chairs featuring intricate back splats, cream upholstered seats, and cabriole legs with ball-and-claw feet. View XI
Archive XII A set of ten mid-nineteenth century Chippendale style carved mahogany dining chairs featuring intricate back splats, cream upholstered seats, and cabriole legs with ball-and-claw feet. View XII
Archive XIII A set of ten mid-nineteenth century Chippendale style carved mahogany dining chairs featuring intricate back splats, cream upholstered seats, and cabriole legs with ball-and-claw feet. View XIII
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M Lees and Sons
Telephone 07860 826218 or 01905 26620
Location
Tower House
1 Castle Place
Severn St
Worcester
WR1 2NB
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Feb 2013
Items For Sale 350
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M Lees and Sons
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A set of ten mid-nineteenth century Chippendale style carved mahogany dining chairs featuring intricate back splats, cream upholstered seats, and cabriole legs with ball-and-claw feet.
Set of 10 mid-C19th carved mahogany dining chairs in the Chippendale style.
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Chippendale style furniture originates from 18th-century English designs by Thomas Chippendale, combining Rococo, Gothic, and Chinese influences. Key characteristics include serpentine top rails, elaborate pierced back splats, carved cabriole legs, and ball-and-claw feet.

Dense dark hardwoods, primarily mahogany, were favoured for Chippendale furniture due to their durability and suitability for detailed hand carving. Upholstered seats traditionally featured natural materials like wool damask, leather, or woven horsehair over wood frame inserts.

Mid-19th-century pieces display crisp carving details across the splat and leg knees, traditional mortise-and-tenon frame joinery, and natural age-related patination on high-touch timber surfaces. Drop-in seat frames and original saw marks underneath also help verify period construction.

These classic chairs can be placed around a minimalist contemporary dining table or paired with modern neutral seat fabrics to create balanced visual contrast in an eclectic or traditional dining room.

Dust timber elements regularly with a clean, lint-free cloth and apply clear beeswax polish once or twice a year to nourish the patination. Keep pieces away from direct heat radiators and strong sunlight to prevent timber shrinkage and timber fading.
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