Sold 24 September 2025 · Piers Pisani Ltd Antiques and Furniture

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Description

5701

19thc. Mahogany Wing Armchair

On square legs & “H” rail,

Upholstered in linen.

32”w x 42h x 30”d

82cm w x 108cm h x 76cm d

Items can be delivered by independent carrier but please note NOT all items are at 31 Cheap Street. Please call before visiting the showroom especially if you are coming a long way.

Date of Manufacture

Piers Pisani Ltd Antiques and Furniture has dated this 19th Century Mahogany Armchair to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

108cm (42.52")

Width

82cm (32.28")

Depth

76cm (29.92")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA910715

Dealers Internal Reference

5701

Dealers Notes

We have a huge shop in the heart of Sherborne with high street one end and access and parking at the rear. We are open Monday to Saturday 10am to 5pm

Description

5701

19thc. Mahogany Wing Armchair

On square legs & “H” rail,

Upholstered in linen.

32”w x 42h x 30”d

82cm w x 108cm h x 76cm d

Items can be delivered by independent carrier but please note NOT all items are at 31 Cheap Street. Please call before visiting the showroom especially if you are coming a long way.

Date of Manufacture

Piers Pisani Ltd Antiques and Furniture has dated this 19th Century Mahogany Armchair to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

108cm (42.52")

Width

82cm (32.28")

Depth

76cm (29.92")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA910715

Dealers Internal Ref

5701

About the Dealer

Piers Pisani Ltd Antiques and Furniture

Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2010

Dealer Profile

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Piers Pisani Ltd Antiques and Furniture

Telephone 01935 815 209

Location

31 Cheap Street
Sherborne
Dorset
DT9 3PU
United Kingdom

Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/pp

Verified Since Mar 2010

Items For Sale 164

Items Sold 2,030

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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectArmchairs
Period19th century
StyleVictorian
MaterialMahogany, Fabric
ColourGrey
MotifsWinged backrest, Scroll arms, Straight wooden legs, H-stretcher base
SizeH 108 cm (43 in) x W 82 cm (32 in) x D 76 cm (30 in)

FAQs

Wingback chairs emerged in the 17th century, primarily designed to shield occupants from draughts and trap fireplace heat in cooler domestic spaces.

Traditional construction typically features dense hardwoods like mahogany or oak frames, hand-tied coil springs, horsehair stuffing, and traditional joinery.

Authenticity is assessed by examining hand-cut joinery, timber ageing characteristics, traditional hand-stitching, and the presence of period-appropriate fasteners.

Pairing a traditional silhouette with neutral, modern upholstery creates a striking focal point that balances historic character with clean interior styling.

Preservation involves protecting textiles from direct sunlight, conditioning wood frames with appropriate natural waxes, and vacuuming upholstery regularly with a soft brush attachment.