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Pair of George IV Library Chairs
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Pair of George IV Library Chairs

19th century
Sold 3 November 2025 · Georgian Antiques
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Circa 1820. A quality pair of George IV rosewood upholstered library chairs. The curved back upholstered in black leather which is pleated and buttoned, the stuff over seat and arm rests also in black leather. The arms with carved curling terminals, supported on a shaped upright, with a simple curved seat rail, back legs are square and out swept, the front legs are classic ‘Gillows’ style fluted tapering, finishing on a brass cup with original brass castors beneath.

Physical Dimensions
Height
112cm (44.09")
Width
65cm (25.59")
Depth
47cm (18.50")
Declaration

Georgian Antiques has dated these George IV Library Chairs to the 19th Century.

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SA1071730
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Description
Circa 1820. A quality pair of George IV rosewood upholstered library chairs.
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The curved back upholstered in black leather which is pleated and buttoned, the stuff over seat and arm rests also in black leather.
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The arms with carved curling terminals, supported on a shaped upright, with a simple curved seat rail, back legs are square and out swept, the front legs are classic ‘Gillows’ style fluted tapering, finishing on a brass cup with original brass castors beneath.

Height
112cm (44.09")
Width
65cm (25.59")
Depth
47cm (18.50")
Date of Manufacture

Georgian Antiques has dated these George IV Library Chairs to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1071730
Dealers Internal Ref
33512
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A pair of antique button-tufted black leather library chairs with carved wooden frames and brass castors.
Pair of George IV Library Chairs
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A pair of antique button-tufted black leather library chairs with carved wooden frames and brass castors.
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  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleRegency
  • MaterialMahogany, Leather, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsButton tufting, Turned wooden legs, Brass castors, Padded armrests
  • SizeH 112 cm (44 in) x W 65 cm (26 in) x D 47 cm (19 in)

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The George IV period, spanning the 1820s, represents a continuation of Regency elegance combined with heavier, more robust classical proportions and elaborate ornamentation influenced by French taste and ancient Greek and Roman designs.

Authentic chairs from this era typically feature a solid mahogany, walnut, or oak frame, stuffed with horsehair and wool padding, and traditionally upholstered in hand-dyed, button-tufted cattle leather secured with brass clout nails.

Authentication involves examining the timber grain, hand-cut joinery, traditional webbing, and copper alloy or brass castors for signs of age-appropriate oxidisation, wear patterns, and handmade construction techniques rather than modern machine tooling.

These pieces provide gravitas and tactile contrast when paired with minimalist architecture, modern neutral colour palettes, or placed within a traditional study alongside sleek metal and glass elements.

Preservation requires keeping leather away from direct sunlight and heat sources, gently dusting with a dry microfibre cloth, and periodically applying a specialist micro-crystalline wax or leather conditioner to maintain suppleness and prevent cracking.
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