Set of Twelve Sheraton Revival Mahogany Inlaid Dining Chairs by James Garvie & Sons, Aberdeen (12)

An attractive set of 12 late Victorian/Edwardian mahogany and inlaid Sheraton Revival dining chairs by James Garvie & Sons of Aberdeen. The boxwood strung backs with inlaid pierced centre splat and standing on boxwood strung square tapering legs with gently out-curved legs to the rear. The armchairs with elegant curving arm rests. All upholstered in green leather with padded, slightly serpentine shaped seats. With ‘James Garvie & Sons, Aberdeen and London’ label to the underside.

In good condition with no loose joints, some dents and marks consistent with age and use, an old repair to the arm on one which is not easily seen, and a repair on the back to another. The upholstery has been recently redone.

Ref: 0612

The original dining table & leaf holder for these chairs is available to buy separately at the time of listing.

Side Chairs

18.75in wide x 20.5in deep x 35.25in high (47.5cm x 52cm x 89.5cm)

Seat height - 19in (48.5cm)

Carver Chairs

22in wide x 22in deep x 37in high (56cm x 56cm x 94cm)

Seat height - 19.5in (49.5cm)

James Garvie & Sons were active in the late 19th century with cabinet workshops and a furniture showroom in Aberdeen on Rose Street and at 425 Union Street, as well as premises in London. Advertising as ‘Makers & Designers of Interior Woodwork, Furniture & Upholstery. Carvers and Decorative Artists.’ as well as ‘Contractors for the Crathie Church’ where Queen Victoria worshipped from 1848. Their skill in woodwork can be seen in their superb Grinling Gibbons style carvings in mahogany and limewood within the River Wear Commisioners’ Building in Sunderland.

When buying it is important appreciate antiques have long histories of daily use and as such, over time they gain minor scratches, marks, knocks, shrinkage splits, signs of old woodworm, lifts and losses to veneer, which combine with care and years of polishing to create an individual character and patina. We describe the main flaws and those that fall outside of this bracket but cannot describe each marks separately and therefore suggest you do take the time to request extra photos. We do offer a 14 day money back guarantee if you are unhappy with your purchase but cannot refund the return shipping cost. If you are not sure please do not buy without clarifying or take the view that the only way to have it as near to new as possible is to have it fully and comprehensively restored.

For delivery we use a small carrier experience in carrying antique furniture. Delivery is usually within 31 days and the carrier will make arrangements with you directly. We can provide contact details of other carriers if required.