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George II Style Wing Armchair
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George II Style Wing Armchair

1900 - 1920
Sold 30 October 2024 · Tom Scott Antiques
This “George II Style Wing Armchair” found a buyer.

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Description

Very decorative and very comfortable George II style wing armchair, upholstered in this rich red velvet paisley with brass studs to the corners.

Well carved “X” shaped stretcher with central finial and a scrolling cabriole foot.

Measuring:

46 1/2 inches or 118 cm high

32 inches or 81 cm wide

30 inches or 76 cm deep

21 inches or 53 cm seat height

20 inches or 51 cm between the arms.

18 1/2 inches or 47 cm between the wings

Physical Dimensions
Height
118cm (46.46")
Width
81cm (31.89")
Depth
76cm (29.92")
Declaration

Tom Scott Antiques has dated this George II Wing Armchair to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1102311
Dealers Notes

I can arrange delivery to you, whether you are within the UK or require an international delivery service, please do get in touch…as a mainland UK guide, a delivery for something around the size of a chest of drawers within approx 150 miles will be £75 to you, but if you if you are in Scotland, Wales, Ireland or Cornwall please get in touch to confirm delivery costs!

Based in Uppingham, Rutland…having been in the business for 25 years focusing on mostly French and English decorative antiques and interiors from the 18th to the early 20th century, hopefully a collection you will enjoy browsing and hopefully re home some of my finds!

Viewing here in Uppingham is very welcome in my spacious barn studio but also I have a showroom based within the Uppingham Antiques Centre, which is well worth a visit and have a good lunch in town too!

Any queries about anything you have seen or about delivery, don't hesitate to get in touch.

Description
Very decorative and very comfortable George II style wing armchair, upholstered in this rich red velvet paisley with brass studs to the corners.

Well carved “X” shaped stretcher with central finial and a scrolling cabriole foot.

Measuring:

46 1/2 inches or 118 cm high

32 inches or 81 cm wide

30 inches or 76 cm deep

21 inches or 53 cm seat height

20 inches or 51 cm between the arms.

18 1/2 inches or 47 cm between the wings

Height
118cm (46.46")
Width
81cm (31.89")
Depth
76cm (29.92")
Date of Manufacture

Tom Scott Antiques has dated this George II Wing Armchair to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1102311
Tom Scott Antiques
Tom Scott Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2017

Specialist dealer in french & english decorative furniture and interiors

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A crimson patterned velvet George II style wing armchair with carved cabriole legs and stretchers. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A crimson patterned velvet George II style wing armchair with carved cabriole legs and stretchers. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

George II Style Wing Armchair

Archive II A crimson patterned velvet George II style wing armchair with carved cabriole legs and stretchers. View II
Archive III A crimson patterned velvet George II style wing armchair with carved cabriole legs and stretchers. View III
Archive IV A crimson patterned velvet George II style wing armchair with carved cabriole legs and stretchers. View IV
Archive V A crimson patterned velvet George II style wing armchair with carved cabriole legs and stretchers. View V
Archive VI A crimson patterned velvet George II style wing armchair with carved cabriole legs and stretchers. View VI
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Archive IX A crimson patterned velvet George II style wing armchair with carved cabriole legs and stretchers. View IX
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United Kingdom
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A crimson patterned velvet George II style wing armchair with carved cabriole legs and stretchers.
George II style wing armchair
Ref: SA1102311
A crimson patterned velvet George II style wing armchair with carved cabriole legs and stretchers.
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  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Velvet
  • ColourCrimson
  • MotifsWinged back, Cabriole legs, Scroll arms, H-stretchers
  • SizeH 118 cm (46 in) x W 81 cm (32 in) x D 76 cm (30 in)

The George II style, spanning the second quarter of the 18th century, is characterised by a transition from heavier walnut designs to the introduction of mahogany, featuring bold cabriole legs, claw and ball feet, and substantial carved ornamentation.

Authentic period and revival pieces typically utilise hardwoods such as mahogany or walnut for the frame, joined with traditional mortise and tenon construction, and upholstered using traditional stuffing methods with horsehair or coil springs in later iterations.

Identification involves examining the timber grain, tool marks, joinery techniques, and the wear patterns on the frame and feet, as well as checking the upholstery webbing and stuffing for age-consistent materials.

This seating piece functions effectively as an accent chair in contemporary living spaces, providing a contrast of texture and historical form when paired with minimalist or transitional furniture layouts.

Preservation requires regular gentle vacuuming with a soft brush attachment, avoiding direct sunlight to prevent textile fading, and maintaining stable indoor humidity levels to protect the wooden frame and upholstery fibers.
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