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Rare Set of 12 Mahogany Chippendale Chairs by Marsh, Jones and Cribb
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Rare Set of 12 Mahogany Chippendale Chairs by Marsh, Jones and Cribb

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Circa 1890. Rare set of 12 mahogany Chippendale chairs all bearing labels Marsh, Jones and Cribb (late Kendal and Company). In the finest quality mahogany, the shaped top rail with relief foliate carving above an open lattice back with nailed green leather seats on acanthus carved cabriole legs with ball and claw feet. Marsh Jones and Cribb were famous cabinet makers noted for the quality of their furniture which began in 1850 in Leeds and later expanded to Cavendish Square, London.

97 cm H x 55 cm W x 62 D

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Georgian Antiques has dated these Mahogany Chippendale Dining Chairs to the 1890s.

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Circa 1890. Rare set of 12 mahogany Chippendale chairs all bearing labels Marsh, Jones and Cribb (late Kendal and Company).
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In the finest quality mahogany, the shaped top rail with relief foliate carving above an open lattice back with nailed green leather seats on acanthus carved cabriole legs with ball and claw feet.
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Marsh Jones and Cribb were famous cabinet makers noted for the quality of their furniture which began in 1850 in Leeds and later expanded to Cavendish Square, London.

97 cm H x 55 cm W x 62 D

Date of Manufacture

Georgian Antiques has dated these Mahogany Chippendale Dining Chairs to the 1890s.

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A set of twelve mahogany Chippendale style dining chairs featuring elaborate pierced splat backs, drop-in upholstered seats, and carved cabriole legs with ball-and-claw feet.
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Archive I A set of twelve mahogany Chippendale style dining chairs featuring elaborate pierced splat backs, drop-in upholstered seats, and carved cabriole legs with ball-and-claw feet.

Rare Set of 12 Mahogany Chippendale Chairs by Marsh, Jones and Cribb

Archive II A set of twelve mahogany Chippendale style dining chairs featuring elaborate pierced splat backs, drop-in upholstered seats, and carved cabriole legs with ball-and-claw feet. View II
Archive III A set of twelve mahogany Chippendale style dining chairs featuring elaborate pierced splat backs, drop-in upholstered seats, and carved cabriole legs with ball-and-claw feet. View III
Archive IV A set of twelve mahogany Chippendale style dining chairs featuring elaborate pierced splat backs, drop-in upholstered seats, and carved cabriole legs with ball-and-claw feet. View IV
Archive V A set of twelve mahogany Chippendale style dining chairs featuring elaborate pierced splat backs, drop-in upholstered seats, and carved cabriole legs with ball-and-claw feet. View V
Archive VI A set of twelve mahogany Chippendale style dining chairs featuring elaborate pierced splat backs, drop-in upholstered seats, and carved cabriole legs with ball-and-claw feet. View VI
Archive VII A set of twelve mahogany Chippendale style dining chairs featuring elaborate pierced splat backs, drop-in upholstered seats, and carved cabriole legs with ball-and-claw feet. View VII
Archive VIII A set of twelve mahogany Chippendale style dining chairs featuring elaborate pierced splat backs, drop-in upholstered seats, and carved cabriole legs with ball-and-claw feet. View VIII
Archive IX A set of twelve mahogany Chippendale style dining chairs featuring elaborate pierced splat backs, drop-in upholstered seats, and carved cabriole legs with ball-and-claw feet. View IX
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A set of twelve mahogany Chippendale style dining chairs featuring elaborate pierced splat backs, drop-in upholstered seats, and carved cabriole legs with ball-and-claw feet.
Rare Set of 12 Mahogany Chippendale chairs by Marsh, Jones and Cribb
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A set of twelve mahogany Chippendale style dining chairs featuring elaborate pierced splat backs, drop-in upholstered seats, and carved cabriole legs with ball-and-claw feet.
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  • ObjectDining Chairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleChippendale
  • MaterialMahogany, Fabric
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsPierced back splat, Cabriole legs, Claw and ball feet

A set of twelve mahogany Chippendale dining chairs by Marsh, Jones and Cribb dates from 1890, each bearing the maker label. The rich dark brown timber presents a polished finish, shaped top rails with relief foliate carvings, open lattice pierced back splats, and drop-in upholstered seats covered in worn green leather secured with individual brass nails. The framework stands on acanthus carved cabriole legs terminating in detailed claw and ball feet, showing visible signs of age and wear across the leather surfaces. Measuring 97 cm high by 55 cm wide and 62 cm deep, these substantial seats fit well around a formal dining table in a traditional country house or period interior. They provide ample seating for family gatherings and dinner parties, bringing historic English craftsmanship into everyday living spaces.

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Chippendale style furniture originated in the mid-eighteenth century, named after English cabinetmaker Thomas Chippendale. It typically features intricate pierced back splats, elegant cabriole legs, and ball-and-claw feet influenced by Gothic, Rococo, and Chinese design elements.

Traditional Chippendale dining chairs are primarily constructed from solid mahogany, favoured for its rich grain, durability, and suitability for detailed hand carving. Framing techniques rely on mortise and tenon joinery to provide structural rigidity for everyday use.

Authentic period pieces or high-quality revivals display detailed hand-carved splats, well-proportioned cabriole legs terminating in crisp claw-and-ball feet, and dense mahogany timber. Stamped cabinetmaker marks or maker plates on the seat rails also establish provenance.

Pairing a large set of dark timber dining chairs with a minimalist oak or glass dining table creates a striking visual contrast. Re-upholstering the drop-in seat pads with contemporary neutral fabrics, such as linen or boucle, softens the formal aesthetic for modern living.

Maintain mahogany wood by dusting regularly with a soft cloth and applying a quality beeswax polish once or twice a year to preserve the patina. Avoid placing solid wood seating directly adjacent to radiators or in direct sunlight to prevent timber warping and finish degradation.
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