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Late 19th Century Ebonised and Decorated Shield Back Open-arm Armchair
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Late 19th Century Ebonised and Decorated Shield Back Open-arm Armchair

19th century
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Late 19th century ebonised and decorated shield back open-arm armchair on square tapered front legs with spade feet

Physical Dimensions
Height
96.5cm (37.99")
Width
56.5cm (22.24")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Declaration

Blank Canvas Antiques has dated this Ebonised Shield Back Armchair to the 19th Century.

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SA833846
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10612
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Description
Late 19th century ebonised and decorated shield back open-arm armchair on square tapered front legs with spade feet
Height
96.5cm (37.99")
Width
56.5cm (22.24")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Date of Manufacture

Blank Canvas Antiques has dated this Ebonised Shield Back Armchair to the 19th Century.

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SA833846
Dealers Internal Ref
10612
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A late 19th-century ebonised wooden open armchair featuring a shield-shaped backrest with vertical splats, painted detailing, shaped armrests, and an upholstered seat.
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Archive I A late 19th-century ebonised wooden open armchair featuring a shield-shaped backrest with vertical splats, painted detailing, shaped armrests, and an upholstered seat.

Late 19th Century Ebonised and Decorated Shield Back Open-arm Armchair

Archive II A late 19th-century ebonised wooden open armchair featuring a shield-shaped backrest with vertical splats, painted detailing, shaped armrests, and an upholstered seat. View II
Archive III A late 19th-century ebonised wooden open armchair featuring a shield-shaped backrest with vertical splats, painted detailing, shaped armrests, and an upholstered seat. View III
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A late 19th-century ebonised wooden open armchair featuring a shield-shaped backrest with vertical splats, painted detailing, shaped armrests, and an upholstered seat.
Late 19th century ebonised and decorated shield back open-arm armchair
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A late 19th-century ebonised wooden open armchair featuring a shield-shaped backrest with vertical splats, painted detailing, shaped armrests, and an upholstered seat.
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  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleHepplewhite Revival
  • MaterialEbonised Wood, Textile, Gold Leaf
  • ColourBlack
  • MotifsShield back, Gilt painted decoration, Tapered square legs, Curved arms
  • SizeH 96.5 cm (38 in) x W 56.5 cm (22 in) x D 56 cm (22 in)

This late 19th-century Hepplewhite Revival open-arm armchair is made from ebonised wood with a textile upholstered seat and gold leaf detailing. The black finish is highlighted with gilt painted decoration along the frame and tapered square legs. The piece features a distinctive shield-shaped backrest with vertical splats, curved arms, and visible wear to the light beige fabric cushion. Measuring 96.5 cm high, 56.5 cm wide, and 56 cm deep, it provides a compact seating option. Suitable for use in a living room, study, or bedroom, the chair functions well as an accent piece or occasional seat. The classic profile suits traditional and formal interiors, offering a historical decorative element for display or everyday seating.

FAQs

Originated in late 18th-century England by designers such as George Hepplewhite, a shield back armchair features an open backrest shaped like an upright heraldic shield, typically containing vertical splats or classical motifs.

These chairs were typically constructed from solid hardwoods like beech, mahogany, or walnut, treated with a dark stain or lacquer finish to imitate ebony, and decorated with gilt or polychrome hand painting.

Authentic pieces display balanced neoclassical proportions, traditional mortise and tenon joinery, tapered or splayed leg structures, and natural age-related surface wear to the ebonised finish.

Position the chair as a standalone accent piece beside a desk, within a hallway, or alongside modern upholstered seating to introduce structural silhouette and graphic contrast.

Clean gently with a dry, soft microfibre cloth, avoid harsh chemical sprays or solvents, and locate the piece away from direct heat sources and strong sunlight to protect the delicate painted surface.
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