Name: A Fine George III 'Chinese Chippendale' Carved Mahogany Side Chair
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1091576
Price: 150 GBP
Availability: SoldOut

18th century

Sold by Jeckyll & Co

Sold 24 January 2025 · Jeckyll & Co

This “Fine George III 'Chinese Chippendale' Carved Mahogany Side Chair” found a buyer.

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Description

Beautifully carved back with later arms added in the 19th century, hence price

Reliable transport throughout the UK can be easily arranged at cost price, please let me know if you would like a quote or have any other questons.

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Date of Manufacture

Jeckyll & Co has dated this Chinese Chippendale Armchair to the 18th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

95cm (37.40")

Width

54.5cm (21.46")

Depth

51cm (20.08")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1091576

Description

Beautifully carved back with later arms added in the 19th century, hence price

“

Reliable transport throughout the UK can be easily arranged at cost price, please let me know if you would like a quote or have any other questons.

Jeckyll & Co

Date of Manufacture

Jeckyll & Co has dated this Chinese Chippendale Armchair to the 18th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

95cm (37.40")

Width

54.5cm (21.46")

Depth

51cm (20.08")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1091576

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Jeckyll & Co

Sellingantiques verified Since May 2022

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Edinburgh
United Kingdom

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ObjectArmchairs
Period18th century
StyleGeorgian
MaterialMahogany, Upholstery Fabric
ColourDark Brown
MotifsFretwork splat, Carved crest rail, Outswept armrests, Straight stretchers
SizeH 95 cm (37 in) x W 54.5 cm (21 in) x D 51 cm (20 in)

FAQs

The Chinese Chippendale style emerged during the mid-to-late 18th century, heavily influenced by English interpretations of Chinese art and architecture, characterised by intricate fretwork, lattice patterns, and pagoda motifs.

Authentic pieces from this period were predominantly crafted from dense, high-quality timber such as Honduran or Cuban mahogany, often featuring mortise and tenon joinery and hand-carved decorative elements.

Identification involves examining the timber grain, patination, hand-carved joint details, tool marks on the underside, and checking for construction methods consistent with 18th-century cabinet making.

This piece works effectively as a focal point in a contemporary room by pairing it with minimalist furniture to highlight its intricate carved woodwork and historic craftsmanship.

Preservation requires keeping the timber away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent cracking, maintaining stable humidity levels, and occasionally applying traditional beeswax to nourish the wood.