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Description

A mahogany corner chair of GeoII design.

Date of Manufacture

Deva Antiques has dated this Antique Mahogany Corner Chair to the 1920s.

Physical Dimensions

Height

82cm (32.28")

Width

65cm (25.59")

Depth

65cm (25.59")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA986031

Dealers Internal Reference

21068

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Description

A mahogany corner chair of GeoII design.

Date of Manufacture

Deva Antiques has dated this Antique Mahogany Corner Chair to the 1920s.

Physical Dimensions

Height

82cm (32.28")

Width

65cm (25.59")

Depth

65cm (25.59")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA986031

Dealers Internal Ref

21068

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Deva Antiques

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An antique mahogany corner chair featuring a curved backrest, turned spindles, and an upholstered yellow velvet drop-in seat.

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Deva Antiques

Telephone 01252 843538

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High Street
Hartley Wintney
Hampshire
RG27 8NY
United Kingdom

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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectChairs
Period1900 - 1920
StyleGeorgian
MaterialMahogany, Velvet
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsCurved backrest, Turned spindles, Cabriole leg, Drop-in seat
SizeH 82 cm (32 in) x W 65 cm (26 in) x D 65 cm (26 in)

FAQs

Corner chairs, sometimes known as rounding or roundabout chairs, emerged in the early 18th century during the reign of George I, specifically designed to fit snugly into room corners or to be used at small writing desks.

These pieces were typically constructed from dense hardwoods such as mahogany or oak, featuring pegged mortise-and-tenon joints, curved continuous armrests supported by turned spindles, and cabriole front legs.

Authentic pieces exhibit period-appropriate joinery, hand-carved details, natural timber ageing, and tool marks consistent with historical manufacturing techniques rather than modern mechanical production.

This type of seating works effectively in an empty corner as an accent piece, beside a fireplace, or as a distinctive desk chair that contrasts cleanly with contemporary minimalist furniture.

Maintain the timber by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources, applying periodic applications of traditional beeswax, and avoiding harsh chemical cleaning agents on the polished finish.