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George III Painted Armchair
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George III Painted Armchair

18th century
Sold 20 March 2026 · William Carr Antiques
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Description

An English George III period painted open armchair. C.1785

Retaining its wonderful original painted decoration.

With original caned seat intact and a traditionally upholstered, fitted squab cushion.

Attributed to Gillows, see final image for a similar ‘new ballon back’ pattern armchair. (Lindsay Boynton, Gillow Furniture Designs 1760-1800 plate 24.)

Provenance: Glen House, Bruton.

Seat Height: 48cm (with squab)

Physical Dimensions
Height
95cm (37.40")
Width
57cm (22.44")
Depth
57cm (22.44")
Declaration

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

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SA1170988
Description
An English George III period painted open armchair. C.1785

Retaining its wonderful original painted decoration.

With original caned seat intact and a traditionally upholstered, fitted squab cushion.

Attributed to Gillows, see final image for a similar ‘new ballon back’ pattern armchair. (Lindsay Boynton, Gillow Furniture Designs 1760-1800 plate 24.)

Provenance: Glen House, Bruton.

Seat Height: 48cm (with squab)

Height
95cm (37.40")
Width
57cm (22.44")
Depth
57cm (22.44")
Date of Manufacture

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

Reference Numbers
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SA1170988
William Carr Antiques
William Carr Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2022

Lover of all things interesting and extraordinary. Furniture - folk art - english country house.

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A black painted George III armchair with a shield-shaped back, floral motifs, and a red upholstered seat. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A black painted George III armchair with a shield-shaped back, floral motifs, and a red upholstered seat. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

George III Painted Armchair

Archive II A black painted George III armchair with a shield-shaped back, floral motifs, and a red upholstered seat. View II
Archive III A black painted George III armchair with a shield-shaped back, floral motifs, and a red upholstered seat. View III
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William Carr Antiques

William Carr Antiques
Telephone 07958 023028
Location
Durham
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/chairfinder
Verified Since Feb 2022
Items For Sale 37
Items Sold 418
William Carr Antiques
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A black painted George III armchair with a shield-shaped back, floral motifs, and a red upholstered seat.
George III Painted Armchair
Ref: SA1170988
A black painted George III armchair with a shield-shaped back, floral motifs, and a red upholstered seat.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialBeech, paint, gesso, fabric
  • ColourBlack
  • MotifsShield back, Painted floral scrolls, H-stretcher, Straight tapering legs
  • SizeH 95 cm (37 in) x W 57 cm (22 in) x D 57 cm (22 in)

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The George III style spans the late 18th century and is characterised by refined neoclassical proportions, balanced symmetry, and sophisticated ornamentation influenced by designers such as Hepplewhite and Sheraton.

These pieces were typically constructed from hardwoods like beech, mahogany, or birch, featuring hand-painted polychrome decoration, pegged joints, and drop-in or upholstered seats.

Authenticity is determined by examining timber shrinkage, hand-cut joinery marks, traditional gesso and paint layering, and wear patterns consistent with age rather than artificial distress.

It functions effectively as an accent piece in a living room or study, pairing well with contemporary minimalist furnishings to introduce historical contrast and texture.

Maintain stable indoor humidity levels away from direct sunlight and heat sources, and clean surfaces exclusively with a soft, dry cloth without chemical polishes.
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