Superb Set of 10 C19th William IV Period Mahogany Dining Chairs .

Superb set of 10 C19th William IV period mahogany dining chairs .

High quality rare set of 10 single mahogany dining chairs , taking their design inspiration from classical Greek references.

Broad figured mahogany backs supported on carved stylised Corinthian capital blocks. The forelegs with upper 'lappet-style' carved detail, the feet with carved 'bulb' detail . The seat frame edges with a moulded profile .

The chairs have been the subject of top-quality sympathetic refurbishment approximately 10 years ago , with re-webbed and recovered seats in the traditional manner . The chairs having had very light use since and are presented in first-class condition . The polish on the legs has been professionally matched to repair any scuffs and loss to the surface.

Wonderful colour to the deeply concave top rails which have obtained an excellent patination .

The seats covered in an expensive self-patterned fabric of a golden yellow hue , with classical wreath motif pattern and Medusa head mask design. The edges with braided detail .

In ready-to-use condition. A fine quality set of well-proportioned chairs benefitting from comprising a scarce set of 10 single chairs .

Have no breaks or repairs.

(Extra fabric available to match ,which would cover a pair of carver armchairs, should they be purchased to extend the set further)

H (back) 33"

H(seat) 17"

W(back) 20"

W(seat) 18"

D 16"

England c.1835

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 .

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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 .

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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.