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George III Painted Armchair
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George III Painted Armchair

18th century
Sold 14 April 2025 · William Carr Antiques
This “George III Painted Armchair” found a buyer.

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Description

A wonderful George III painted open armchair, in the manner of John Linnell, C.1775.

With a moulded oval backrest and carved honeysuckle crest to the top rail, out-swept arms with leaf carved shoulders, further leaf carvings to the bottom of the scrolling arm support, raised on turned tapering legs.

Professionally and traditionally upholstered in Robert Kime ‘Larsson Green’ fabric. With historic sympathetic repair to leg, structurally sound.

This chair closely resembles a set supplied by John Linnell to Sir Watkin William-Wynn of 20 St James Square, London in C.1775.

Seat Height: 44cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
96cm (37.80")
Width
58cm (22.83")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
Declaration

William Carr Antiques has dated this George III Painted Armchair to the Georgian era.

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SA1073211
Description
A wonderful George III painted open armchair, in the manner of John Linnell, C.1775.

With a moulded oval backrest and carved honeysuckle crest to the top rail, out-swept arms with leaf carved shoulders, further leaf carvings to the bottom of the scrolling arm support, raised on turned tapering legs.

fig 1. A George III painted armchair featuring an oval upholstered back, padded armrests, striped fabric upholstery, and tapered fluted legs.
fig 1. George III Painted Armchair

Professionally and traditionally upholstered in Robert Kime ‘Larsson Green’ fabric. With historic sympathetic repair to leg, structurally sound.

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This chair closely resembles a set supplied by John Linnell to Sir Watkin William-Wynn of 20 St James Square, London in C.
William Carr Antiques

1775.

Seat Height: 44cm

Height
96cm (37.80")
Width
58cm (22.83")
Depth
60cm (23.62")
Date of Manufacture

William Carr Antiques has dated this George III Painted Armchair to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1073211
William Carr Antiques
William Carr Antiques
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Lover of all things interesting and extraordinary. Furniture - folk art - english country house.

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Archive I A George III painted armchair featuring an oval upholstered back, padded armrests, striped fabric upholstery, and tapered fluted legs. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

George III Painted Armchair

Archive II A George III painted armchair featuring an oval upholstered back, padded armrests, striped fabric upholstery, and tapered fluted legs. View II
Archive III A George III painted armchair featuring an oval upholstered back, padded armrests, striped fabric upholstery, and tapered fluted legs. View III
Archive IV A George III painted armchair featuring an oval upholstered back, padded armrests, striped fabric upholstery, and tapered fluted legs. View IV
Archive V A George III painted armchair featuring an oval upholstered back, padded armrests, striped fabric upholstery, and tapered fluted legs. View V
Archive VI A George III painted armchair featuring an oval upholstered back, padded armrests, striped fabric upholstery, and tapered fluted legs. View VI
Archive VII A George III painted armchair featuring an oval upholstered back, padded armrests, striped fabric upholstery, and tapered fluted legs. View VII
Archive VIII A George III painted armchair featuring an oval upholstered back, padded armrests, striped fabric upholstery, and tapered fluted legs. View VIII
Archive IX A George III painted armchair featuring an oval upholstered back, padded armrests, striped fabric upholstery, and tapered fluted legs. View IX
Archive X A George III painted armchair featuring an oval upholstered back, padded armrests, striped fabric upholstery, and tapered fluted legs. View X
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A George III painted armchair featuring an oval upholstered back, padded armrests, striped fabric upholstery, and tapered fluted legs.
George III Painted Armchair
Ref: SA1073211
A George III painted armchair featuring an oval upholstered back, padded armrests, striped fabric upholstery, and tapered fluted legs.
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  • ObjectArmchair
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian / Neoclassical
  • MaterialBeech, Upholstery Fabric
  • ColourGreen and Cream
  • MotifsOval back, Fluted legs, Padded armrests, Stripe upholstery
  • SizeH 96 cm (38 in) x W 58 cm (23 in) x D 60 cm (24 in)

The George III period spans from 1760 to 1820, encompassing various design movements from early rococo influences to neoclassical austerity, characterised by refined proportions and classical ornamentation.

Cabinet makers predominantly utilised native timbers such as beech, oak, and mahogany for the structural frames, frequently applying decorative paint finishes, gilding, or applied carved details.

Authenticity is determined by examining traditional joinery methods, timber ageing characteristics, hand-forged fixings, and historical wear patterns consistent with eighteenth-century manufacturing techniques.

Pairing historical seating with minimalist architectural backdrops or modern textural elements creates a balanced interior scheme that highlights the craftsmanship of the piece.

Maintain stable indoor humidity levels, protect the surface from direct sunlight to prevent paint fading, and clean gently with a dry, soft cloth without chemical solvents.
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