Mahogany Shield Back Dining Chairs 19th Century

Name: Set Eight Mahogany Dining Chairs
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA820997
Price: 525 GBP
Availability: InStock

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A set of eight dark mahogany dining chairs featuring carved shield backs, tapered square legs, and cream upholstered seats, including two armchairs and six side chairs.

Set eight mahogany dining chairs

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ObjectDining Chairs
Period19th century
StyleHepplewhite
MaterialMahogany, Fabric
ColourDark Brown
MotifsShield back, Pierced splat, H-stretcher, Tapered legs
SizeH 99 cm (39 in) x W 59 cm (23 in) x D 48 cm (19 in)

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Hepplewhite style dining chairs are known for their delicate Neoclassical proportions and distinctive curved backrest shapes, particularly shield, heart, or oval forms. The splats inside the shield are often pierced and feature carved decorative motifs such as wheat sheaves, lyres, feathers, or drapery swags.

During the Georgian period, mahogany was the preferred hardwood for high-quality furniture due to its durability, fine grain, and deep reddish-brown tone. Seats were typically upholstered in silk, damask, leather, or horsehair, secured over timber frames with brass studding.

Authentic period chairs exhibit signs of hand-craftsmanship, such as hand-cut mortise and tenon joints, irregular dovetails, and subtle variations in hand-carved details. Examining the underside of the seat frame often reveals hand-sawn timber surfaces and historical wear consistent with age.

Antique mahogany chairs can be paired with contemporary dining tables made of marble, glass, or light oak to create an eclectic contrast. Re-upholstering the seats in modern textured fabrics, such as linen or boucle, helps integrate classical forms into contemporary colour schemes.

Maintain the mahogany framework by dusting regularly with a soft microfiber cloth and applying a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year along the grain. Keep the chairs away from direct heat sources and strong sunlight to prevent timber shrinkage and fabric fading.

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