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A Very Unusual Late Georgian Porters/masonic Chair
Pendle Antiques
for sale €1,152     $1,251
£985

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A Very Unusual Late Georgian Porters/masonic Chair

18th century
For Sale by Pendle Antiques
Description

This chair is of very unusual proportions, dating from the first quarter of the 19th century.

In good original condition, with loose seat and drawer.

Made from solid mahogany.

We are unsure as to the original purpose of this chair but think its possibly Masonic or a night porters chair

Physical Dimensions
Height
130cm (51.18")
Width
63cm (24.80")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Declaration

Pendle Antiques has dated this Georgian Mahogany Carver Chair to the Georgian era.

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SA788582
Description
This chair is of very unusual proportions, dating from the first quarter of the 19th century.

In good original condition, with loose seat and drawer.

Made from solid mahogany.

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We are unsure as to the original purpose of this chair but think its possibly Masonic or a night porters chair.
Pendle Antiques
Height
130cm (51.18")
Width
63cm (24.80")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Date of Manufacture

Pendle Antiques has dated this Georgian Mahogany Carver Chair to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA788582
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Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2011
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A late Georgian dark mahogany carver armchair featuring a carved pierced splat back, shaped arms, and a light grey drop-in upholstered seat.
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Archive I A late Georgian dark mahogany carver armchair featuring a carved pierced splat back, shaped arms, and a light grey drop-in upholstered seat.

A very unusual late Georgian porters/masonic chair

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A late Georgian dark mahogany carver armchair featuring a carved pierced splat back, shaped arms, and a light grey drop-in upholstered seat.
A very unusual late Georgian porters/masonic chair
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Late Georgian chair design incorporates balanced proportions, intricate pierced splats, swept arms, and solid hardwoods such as mahogany. Influenced by designers including Thomas Chippendale, these pieces feature decorative fretwork and functional drop-in seats.

Dense mahogany was the primary timber chosen for its durability and rich grain. Seat padding traditionally used horsehair stuffing beneath linen, wool damask, or leather upholstery set into wooden frames.

Authentic pieces display hand-cut mortise and tenon joinery, corner bracing under the seat frame, and hand-carved fretwork exhibiting subtle tool marks. Natural timber shrinkage and uneven oxidisation consistent with age are also typical indicators.

A Georgian carver chair functions effectively as a standalone accent piece beside a writing desk, placed in an entryway, or paired with a modern dining table to create visual contrast. Re-upholstering the seat in a neutral fabric allows it to integrate seamlessly.

Apply a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice per year using a soft cotton cloth to protect the timber and maintain the patina. Keep the piece away from direct heat sources and extreme humidity changes to avoid warping or timber splitting.
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