37,175  PAGES BROWSED TODAY PAGES TODAY • 140 ANTIQUES UPLOADED TODAYNEW ARRIVALS
GIFTS
140 ITEMS ADDED TODAY
Sort Order
Items Per Page
Browse Categories
Sort order
Relevant Links
Items per page
ID #SA1060899
SOLD
Email Phone
Save
A Pair of Art Furniture Mahogany Side Chairs in the Manner Of/ and Quite Possibly by the Firm J S Henry, London and Glasgow C.1895
Sold by Jeckyll & Co
sold SA1060899
Sorry, but this item has been sold.

Jeckyll & Co

Sellingantiques Verified Since May 2022
Browse dealers 61 items
  • About Us
    Instagram: jeckyllandco
Id #SA1060899
PDF SHARE
SAVE

A Pair of Art Furniture Mahogany Side Chairs in the Manner Of/ and Quite Possibly by the Firm J S Henry, London and Glasgow C.1895

19th century
Sold 24 January 2026 · Jeckyll & Co
This “Pair of Art Furniture Mahogany Side Chairs in the Manner Of/ and Quite Possibly by the Firm J S Henry, London and Glasgow C.1895” found a buyer.

It was listed by Jeckyll & Co. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

Description

A sophisticated pair of occasional chairs combining classical and Aesthetic Movement elements. The cut-velvet seat covers are probably original, although uniformly faded.

The chairs would have been described at the time as 'fancy chairs' intended as decorative objects for occasional use. As a consequence these chairs are not robust and several of the stretchers have been re-glued where they join the legs. Both chairs have a few isolated spots of historic worm.

*The firm of J.S Henry flourished in London from the late 1870's, moving to a five storey premises in Old Street by 1891. Henry is recorded as designing artistic furniture, however J. Montague Ellwood probably conceived much of the firms output. In the late 1890's C.F.A Voysey provided designs for the firm as did E.G Punnett.

Interestingly, while exclusively a wholesale business in London, the firm also had a showroom and workshop in Glasgow.

*Specific details from BIFMO, The Furniture History Society online.

Reliable transport throughout the UK can be easily arranged at cost price, International shipping is also undertaken.

If you have any questions, please let me know

Follow us on Instagram: jeckyll_and_co

Date of Manufacture

Jeckyll & Co has dated these Mahogany Art Furniture Chairs to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
87cm (34.25")
Width
47cm (18.50")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1060899
Description
A sophisticated pair of occasional chairs combining classical and Aesthetic Movement elements. The cut-velvet seat covers are probably original, although uniformly faded.
“
The chairs would have been described at the time as 'fancy chairs' intended as decorative objects for occasional use.
Jeckyll & Co

As a consequence these chairs are not robust and several of the stretchers have been re-glued where they join the legs. Both chairs have a few isolated spots of historic worm.

fig 1. A pair of late 19th-century mahogany side chairs featuring curved top rails, pierced central splats, and upholstered drop-in seats.
fig 1. A Pair of Art Furniture Mahogany Side Chairs in the Manner Of/ and Quite Possibly by the Firm J S Henry, London and Glasgow C.1895

The firm of J.S Henry flourished in London from the late 1870's, moving to a five storey premises in Old Street by 1891. Henry is recorded as designing artistic furniture, however J. Montague Ellwood probably conceived much of the firms output. In the late 1890's C.F.A Voysey provided designs for the firm as did E.G Punnett.

fig 2. A pair of late 19th-century mahogany side chairs featuring curved top rails, pierced central splats, and upholstered drop-in seats.
fig 2. A Pair of Art Furniture Mahogany Side Chairs in the Manner Of/ and Quite Possibly by the Firm J S Henry, London and Glasgow C.1895

Interestingly, while exclusively a wholesale business in London, the firm also had a showroom and workshop in Glasgow.

Specific details from BIFMO, The Furniture History Society online.

Reliable transport throughout the UK can be easily arranged at cost price, International shipping is also undertaken.

If you have any questions, please let me know

Follow us on Instagram: jeckyll_and_co

Date of Manufacture

Jeckyll & Co has dated these Mahogany Art Furniture Chairs to the 19th Century.

Height
87cm (34.25")
Width
47cm (18.50")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1060899
Jeckyll & Co
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2022

Instagram: jeckyllandco

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Jeckyll & Co Profile Page

PDF SHARE
SAVE
A pair of late 19th-century mahogany side chairs featuring curved top rails, pierced central splats, and upholstered drop-in seats. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
1 / 5
Archive I A pair of late 19th-century mahogany side chairs featuring curved top rails, pierced central splats, and upholstered drop-in seats. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

A Pair of Art Furniture Mahogany Side Chairs in the Manner Of/ and Quite Possibly by the Firm J S Henry, London and Glasgow C.1895

Archive II A pair of late 19th-century mahogany side chairs featuring curved top rails, pierced central splats, and upholstered drop-in seats. View II
Archive III A pair of late 19th-century mahogany side chairs featuring curved top rails, pierced central splats, and upholstered drop-in seats. View III
Archive IV A pair of late 19th-century mahogany side chairs featuring curved top rails, pierced central splats, and upholstered drop-in seats. View IV
Archive V A pair of late 19th-century mahogany side chairs featuring curved top rails, pierced central splats, and upholstered drop-in seats. View V
Enlarged Archival View
Telephone 07735 072466
Location
Edinburgh
United Kingdom
Verified Since May 2022
Items For Sale 61
Items Sold 314
Jeckyll & Co
Verified Since May 2022
View Dealer Info
Location: Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Verified
May 2022
For Sale
61
Sold
314
A pair of late 19th-century mahogany side chairs featuring curved top rails, pierced central splats, and upholstered drop-in seats.
A pair of Art Furniture mahogany side chairs in the manner of/ and quite possibly by the firm J S Henry, London and Glasgow c.1895
Ref: SA1060899
A pair of late 19th-century mahogany side chairs featuring curved top rails, pierced central splats, and upholstered drop-in seats.
Detail View 1
Detail View 2
Detail View 3
Detail View 4
Archival Detail
Every single antique dealer on our platform is individually approved by our internal team. We verify their professional trade history, ethical standards, and photographic quality to ensure a secure, high-standard buying environment. Upon joining, every dealer agrees to a strict 9-point code of conduct. While issues can occasionally arise, our dealers typically resolve them swiftly and directly with the buyer. In fact, since our founding in 2002, Sellingantiques has only had to step in to help resolve an issue on roughly five occasions—a true testament to the quality of our dealers and their dedication to your happiness.
Our dealers are highly experienced in packing and shipping fragile, high-value antiques. Because you are in direct contact with the dealer, you will be able to easily go through all available shipping and insurance options together to ensure your item arrives safely.
Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.
Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectSide Chairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleArts and Crafts
  • MaterialMahogany, Leather
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsCurved top rail, Pierced central splat, Turned legs, Upholstered drop-in seat
  • SizeH 87 cm (34 in) x W 47 cm (19 in) x D 46 cm (18 in)

Art Furniture emerged in late 19th-century Britain as part of the broader Arts and Crafts movement, which rejected mass production in favour of handcrafted design, traditional craftsmanship, and artistic integrity.

These pieces typically utilised dense hardwoods such as mahogany or oak, joined using traditional mortise and tenon techniques, often featuring upholstered drop-in seats and hand-carved decorative splats.

Authentic pieces exhibit period-correct joinery, natural patination on the timber, hand-applied finishes, and construction methods consistent with late 19th-century cabinet making workshops.

They can be used as distinctive accent pieces in a modern living room or study, contrasting clean architectural lines with the rich texture and warm tones of historic timber.

Keep timber pieces away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent warping, and maintain the finish by occasionally applying a microcrystalline wax while avoiding liquid polishes.
items
Add keywords to the filter
Price
£100
£250000
Era
Period
Style
Material
Origin
Stock Location
Recently Added
Online Payments
Categories