Fine Pair of Early 18th Century Mahogany Side Chairs

18th century

Sold by Holmes Antiques

Description

A fine and rare pair of George I Mahogany side Chairs of good colour and patina. Superbly shaped with boldly carved acanthus leaves centred with a flower to the knee of the cabriole legs, a real masterclass in English Chair making. The flowing lines of the back legs and seat rails are very impressive on the eye. Made from the finest quality Mahogany.

The drop in Seat cushions have been newly upholstered, made ready for a final covering of choice material. Circa 1725

Physical Dimensions

Height

98cm (38.58")

Width

56cm (22.05")

Depth

41cm (16.14")

Declaration

Holmes Antiques has dated this piece to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA721066

Dealers Notes

Holmes Antiques was established in 1932

We are a family business with a shop on Haworth Main Street in West Yorkshire.

We specialise in early English furniture

With the emphasis on quality, originality, colour and surface.

David Holmes has developed a reputation in the antique trade as one of the country's leading experts on early English Oak, Walnut and Mahogany furniture.

Christian Holmes is the 4th generation of the family to deal in Antique furniture

www.holmesantiques.co.uk

Description

A fine and rare pair of George I Mahogany side Chairs of good colour and patina.

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Superbly shaped with boldly carved acanthus leaves centred with a flower to the knee of the cabriole legs, a real masterclass in English Chair making.

Holmes Antiques

The flowing lines of the back legs and seat rails are very impressive on the eye. Made from the finest quality Mahogany.

The drop in Seat cushions have been newly upholstered, made ready for a final covering of choice material. Circa 1725