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Regency Mahogany Window Seat / Dressing Stool
Gary Wright Antiques Ltd
for sale €2,633     $2,858
£2,250
Gary Wright Antiques Ltd

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Regency Mahogany Window Seat / Dressing Stool

19th century
Description

Stylish Regency mahogany window seat / dressing stool; of exaggerated shape and neat proportions; the reeded scrolled arms terminating with carved flower head paterae; united by slender turned and reeded hand rails. The seat frame with a fluted panel front raised on substantial turned tapering legs with original brass cup castors. The upholstery stripped back to the hessian with its original horse hair cushion. Good rich colour and patina.

English circa 1820

Good condition

Dimensions (ins) 31 wide x 17 deep x 24.75 high; seat height 14 without cushion

Physical Dimensions
Height
62.9cm (24.76")
Width
78.7cm (30.98")
Depth
43.2cm (17.01")
Declaration

Gary Wright Antiques Ltd has dated this Regency Mahogany Window Seat to the Regency era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA842113
Dealers Internal Reference
R1042
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Description
Stylish Regency mahogany window seat / dressing stool; of exaggerated shape and neat proportions; the reeded scrolled arms terminating with carved flower head paterae; united by slender turned and reeded hand rails.
The seat frame with a fluted panel front raised on substantial turned tapering legs with original brass cup castors.
Gary Wright Antiques Ltd

The upholstery stripped back to the hessian with its original horse hair cushion. Good rich colour and patina.

English circa 1820

Good condition

Dimensions (ins) 31 wide x 17 deep x 24.75 high; seat height 14 without cushion

Height
62.9cm (24.76")
Width
78.7cm (30.98")
Depth
43.2cm (17.01")
Date of Manufacture

Gary Wright Antiques Ltd has dated this Regency Mahogany Window Seat to the Regency era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA842113
Dealers Internal Ref
R1042
Gary Wright Antiques Ltd
Gary Wright Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2011

Specialists in c18th & c19th furniture and objects

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A Regency mahogany window seat with reeded scroll arms, turned legs on brass castors, and a calico-covered seat.
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Archive I A Regency mahogany window seat with reeded scroll arms, turned legs on brass castors, and a calico-covered seat.

Regency Mahogany Window Seat / Dressing Stool

Archive II A Regency mahogany window seat with reeded scroll arms, turned legs on brass castors, and a calico-covered seat. View II
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Archive X A Regency mahogany window seat with reeded scroll arms, turned legs on brass castors, and a calico-covered seat. View X
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5 Fosseway Business Park
Stratford Road
Moreton-in-Marsh
Gloucestershire
GL56 9NQ
United Kingdom
Verified Since Nov 2011
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A Regency mahogany window seat with reeded scroll arms, turned legs on brass castors, and a calico-covered seat.
Regency mahogany window seat / dressing stool
Ref: SA842113
A Regency mahogany window seat with reeded scroll arms, turned legs on brass castors, and a calico-covered seat.
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A Regency window seat is a specialized form of bench originating from early 19th-century Britain, designed to fit into window recesses or hallways. Influenced by classical Greek and Roman curule seats, these pieces typically feature sweeping scroll arms, turned or tapered legs, and low backs to avoid obstructing light.

Regency window seats were predominantly crafted from solid dense mahogany or rosewood, often featuring hand-carved reeding and fluting. The frames were built using traditional mortise and tenon joinery, fitted with brass castors, and upholstered over natural horsehair and webbed foundations.

Authentic Regency pieces exhibit classical proportions, original hand-carved details such as reeded scroll arms, and period-correct brass cup castors. Examining the underside of the frame for hand-sawn timber marks, square-cut iron screws, and original upholstery tack holes also helps verify age.

A window seat can be styled within a bay window, situated at the foot of a bed, or positioned in an entrance hall. Re-upholstering the piece in modern textured linen or rich velvet bridges historical architecture with contemporary interior design schemes.

Mahogany frames should be kept away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent timber shrinkage or fading. Regular dusting with a microfiber cloth and periodic application of natural beeswax polish preserves the timber patination and finish.
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