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Antique Georgian Chippendale Period Mahogany Armchair
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Antique Georgian Chippendale Period Mahogany Armchair

18th century
Sold 6 January 2025 · Marylebone Antiques
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Description

An excellent antique Georgian Chippendale period mahogany armchair. This very fine example was made in England, it dates from around 1760-80’s period.

It is of absolutely fabulous quality, with a very bold and beautifully carved solid mahogany frame. It has a wide and generous stuff over seat, sitting on strong cabriole legs with a stretchered base. The pierced back rest is beautifully carved, as are the scroll over arms.

We have had this re-polished and re-upholstered in a cream cotton fabric. The condition is excellent for its age, with a gorgeous colour and patina.

This armchair would also make a great desk chair.

Width – 29 inches , 74 cm

Depth – 24 inches , 61 cm

Height – 38 inches , 97 cm

Seat height – 20 inches , 51 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
61cm (24.02")
Width
74cm (29.13")
Depth
97cm (38.19")
Declaration

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Georgian Chippendale Armchair to the 1750s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1115919
Dealers Internal Reference
9709
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Description
An excellent antique Georgian Chippendale period mahogany armchair. This very fine example was made in England, it dates from around 1760-80’s period.

It is of absolutely fabulous quality, with a very bold and beautifully carved solid mahogany frame. It has a wide and generous stuff over seat, sitting on strong cabriole legs with a stretchered base. The pierced back rest is beautifully carved, as are the scroll over arms.

fig 1. An antique dark mahogany Georgian Chippendale style armchair featuring a pierced splat back, scroll armrests, carved cabriole legs with claw and ball feet, and a cream upholstered drop-in seat.
fig 1. Antique Georgian Chippendale Period Mahogany Armchair

We have had this re-polished and re-upholstered in a cream cotton fabric. The condition is excellent for its age, with a gorgeous colour and patina.

This armchair would also make a great desk chair.

Width – 29 inches , 74 cm

Depth – 24 inches , 61 cm

Height – 38 inches , 97 cm

Seat height – 20 inches , 51 cm

Height
61cm (24.02")
Width
74cm (29.13")
Depth
97cm (38.19")
Date of Manufacture

Marylebone Antiques has dated this Georgian Chippendale Armchair to the 1750s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1115919
Dealers Internal Ref
9709
Marylebone Antiques
Marylebone Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2012

Specialist in english, french and swedish antique furniture & decorative items circa 1750-1950s.

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Archive I An antique dark mahogany Georgian Chippendale style armchair featuring a pierced splat back, scroll armrests, carved cabriole legs with claw and ball feet, and a cream upholstered drop-in seat. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Georgian Chippendale Period Mahogany Armchair

Archive II An antique dark mahogany Georgian Chippendale style armchair featuring a pierced splat back, scroll armrests, carved cabriole legs with claw and ball feet, and a cream upholstered drop-in seat. View II
Archive III An antique dark mahogany Georgian Chippendale style armchair featuring a pierced splat back, scroll armrests, carved cabriole legs with claw and ball feet, and a cream upholstered drop-in seat. View III
Archive IV An antique dark mahogany Georgian Chippendale style armchair featuring a pierced splat back, scroll armrests, carved cabriole legs with claw and ball feet, and a cream upholstered drop-in seat. View IV
Archive V An antique dark mahogany Georgian Chippendale style armchair featuring a pierced splat back, scroll armrests, carved cabriole legs with claw and ball feet, and a cream upholstered drop-in seat. View V
Archive VI An antique dark mahogany Georgian Chippendale style armchair featuring a pierced splat back, scroll armrests, carved cabriole legs with claw and ball feet, and a cream upholstered drop-in seat. View VI
Archive VII An antique dark mahogany Georgian Chippendale style armchair featuring a pierced splat back, scroll armrests, carved cabriole legs with claw and ball feet, and a cream upholstered drop-in seat. View VII
Archive VIII An antique dark mahogany Georgian Chippendale style armchair featuring a pierced splat back, scroll armrests, carved cabriole legs with claw and ball feet, and a cream upholstered drop-in seat. View VIII
Archive IX An antique dark mahogany Georgian Chippendale style armchair featuring a pierced splat back, scroll armrests, carved cabriole legs with claw and ball feet, and a cream upholstered drop-in seat. View IX
Archive X An antique dark mahogany Georgian Chippendale style armchair featuring a pierced splat back, scroll armrests, carved cabriole legs with claw and ball feet, and a cream upholstered drop-in seat. View X
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An antique dark mahogany Georgian Chippendale style armchair featuring a pierced splat back, scroll armrests, carved cabriole legs with claw and ball feet, and a cream upholstered drop-in seat.
Antique Georgian Chippendale Period Mahogany Armchair
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An antique dark mahogany Georgian Chippendale style armchair featuring a pierced splat back, scroll armrests, carved cabriole legs with claw and ball feet, and a cream upholstered drop-in seat.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Upholstery Fabric
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsPierced splat back, Cabriole legs, Claw and ball feet, Scroll arms
  • SizeH 61 cm (24 in) x W 74 cm (29 in) x D 97 cm (38 in)

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The Chippendale style originates from the mid-18th century, drawing inspiration from the designs of Thomas Chippendales publication The Gentleman and Cabinet-Makers Director, characterised by intricate carving, Chinese, Gothic, and French Rococo influences.

Authentic pieces from this period were predominantly constructed using dense tropical hardwoods such as imported Cuban or Honduras mahogany, valued for its strength, deep colour, and capability of holding intricate hand-carved details.

Authentication relies on examining joinery techniques such as hand-cut mortise and tenon joints, examining the patina and grain of the timber, and looking for traditional hand-carved elements like acanthus leaves and claw-and-ball feet.

This piece works effectively as a standalone accent chair in a modern setting, paired with minimalist surroundings or clean-lined contemporary furniture to create a deliberate contrast between historic craftsmanship and modern simplicity.

Preservation requires keeping the timber away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent wood splitting, maintaining stable indoor humidity, and occasionally applying microcrystalline wax rather than modern silicone polishes.
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