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Pair of George III Mahogany Armchairs in Red Damask; Manner of John Linnell
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Pair of George III Mahogany Armchairs in Red Damask; Manner of John Linnell

18th century
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A pair of George III mahogany armchairs in the manner of John Linnell.

The upholstered backs and seats are covered in red silk damask and joined by scrolled arms. The serpentine rails and oval backs with carved fluted detail and with attractive oval inlays; elegant turned and fluted legs headed with acanthus carving and estruscan scroll rings.

Both chairs are period and obviously made in the same workshop, but the upholstered back of one of them is three-quarters of an inch different to the other both horizontally and vertically. The overall width and height of both chairs is the same.

For a similar chair with the same fine carved details & undoubtedly by the same maker, see V&A collection (Victoria and Albert Museum), Museum number 1458-1904.

circa 1780-1790

Physical Dimensions
Height
94.5cm (37.20")
Width
58.5cm (23.03")
Depth
53.5cm (21.06")
Declaration

Moxhams Antiques has dated these George III Mahogany Armchairs to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA989600
Dealers Internal Reference
S826
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Established in 1967,Moxhams Antiques is a family business with a large shop in Bradford-on-Avon near Bath. We have an extensive and varied stock specialising in good period town and country furniture, ceramics, particularly delftware, as well as some decorative items.

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Description
A pair of George III mahogany armchairs in the manner of John Linnell.

The upholstered backs and seats are covered in red silk damask and joined by scrolled arms.

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The serpentine rails and oval backs with carved fluted detail and with attractive oval inlays; elegant turned and fluted legs headed with acanthus carving and estruscan scroll rings.
Moxhams Antiques
fig 1. A pair of antique George III mahogany armchairs featuring oval backs and patterned red and gold damask upholstery.
fig 1. Pair of George III Mahogany Armchairs in Red Damask; Manner of John Linnell

Both chairs are period and obviously made in the same workshop, but the upholstered back of one of them is three-quarters of an inch different to the other both horizontally and vertically. The overall width and height of both chairs is the same.

For a similar chair with the same fine carved details & undoubtedly by the same maker, see V&A collection (Victoria and Albert Museum), Museum number 1458-1904.

circa 1780-1790

Height
94.5cm (37.20")
Width
58.5cm (23.03")
Depth
53.5cm (21.06")
Date of Manufacture

Moxhams Antiques has dated these George III Mahogany Armchairs to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA989600
Dealers Internal Ref
S826
Moxhams Antiques
Moxhams Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2009

Roger and jill founded the business in 1967 and their son nick joined them in 1994.

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Moxhams Antiques Profile Page

Trade Associations

Moxhams Antiques is a registered member of BADA 

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A pair of antique George III mahogany armchairs featuring oval backs and patterned red and gold damask upholstery.
Pair of George III mahogany armchairs in red damask; manner of John Linnell
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George III neoclassical armchairs from the late eighteenth century reflect classical architectural influences, featuring oval or shield-shaped backs, slender fluted legs, and carved decorative motifs such as paterae and rosette terminals.

Framing was predominantly crafted from dense West Indian or Cuban mahogany due to its strength and fine grain, while upholstery incorporated silk damask, brocade, or wool fabrics fastened with decorative brass studs or trim.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-cut mortise and tenon joinery, subtle variations in hand-carved detailing, historical timber shrinkage along joint lines, and original frame construction underneath modern re-upholstery.

These armchairs serve as structured accent seating in contemporary living rooms, studies, or foyers, where their rich mahogany frames and decorative textiles contrast with minimalist surrounds.

Dust the timber frame regularly with a soft cloth and apply a quality beeswax polish periodically to maintain the patina, while keeping the damask fabric out of direct sunlight to avoid fibre degradation.
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