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Fine George II Mahogany Armchair
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Fine George II Mahogany Armchair

18th century
Sold 17 October 2025 · Holmes Antiques
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An outstanding and rare George II Mahogany Armchair of good colour, in superb and very original condition. Having wonderfully carved foliate top rail, fluted uprights, and pierced splat with carved decoration. The beautifully shaped arms with scroll carved terminals, the front rail having gadroon decoration to the bottom edge leading into the cabriole legs with boldly carved acanthus leaf and claw and ball feet. Circa 1755.

Physical Dimensions
Height
95cm (37.40")
Width
71cm (27.95")
Depth
49cm (19.29")
Declaration

Holmes Antiques has dated this George II Mahogany Armchair to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1171602
Dealers Notes

Holmes Antiques was established in 1932

We are a family business with a shop on Haworth Main Street in West Yorkshire.

We specialise in early English furniture

With the emphasis on quality, originality, colour and surface.

David Holmes has developed a reputation in the antique trade as one of the country's leading experts on early English Oak, Walnut and Mahogany furniture.

Christian Holmes is the 4th generation of the family to deal in Antique furniture

www.holmesantiques.co.uk

Description
An outstanding and rare George II Mahogany Armchair of good colour, in superb and very original condition.
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Having wonderfully carved foliate top rail, fluted uprights, and pierced splat with carved decoration.
Holmes Antiques

The beautifully shaped arms with scroll carved terminals, the front rail having gadroon decoration to the bottom edge leading into the cabriole legs with boldly carved acanthus leaf and claw and ball feet. Circa 1755.

Height
95cm (37.40")
Width
71cm (27.95")
Depth
49cm (19.29")
Date of Manufacture

Holmes Antiques has dated this George II Mahogany Armchair to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1171602
Holmes Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2011

Leading experts on early english oak, walnut and mahogany furniture. Established in 1932.

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Archive I An antique George II mahogany armchair featuring a pierced carved splat back, scrolled arms, cabriole legs with ball and claw feet, and a patterned upholstered seat. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

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An antique George II mahogany armchair featuring a pierced carved splat back, scrolled arms, cabriole legs with ball and claw feet, and a patterned upholstered seat.
Fine George II Mahogany Armchair
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An antique George II mahogany armchair featuring a pierced carved splat back, scrolled arms, cabriole legs with ball and claw feet, and a patterned upholstered seat.
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  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorge II
  • MaterialMahogany, Upholstery Fabric
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsPierced splat back, Cabriole legs, Ball and claw feet, Scrolled armrests
  • SizeH 95 cm (37 in) x W 71 cm (28 in) x D 49 cm (19 in)

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The George II period spans from 1727 to 1760, characterised by a transition from heavy walnut designs to the sophisticated use of carved mahogany, featuring prominent cabriole legs, ball and claw feet, and classical architectural motifs.

These chairs were primarily constructed from solid dense mahogany imported from the West Indies, joined using traditional mortise and tenon joinery, hand-carved ornamentation, and upholstered drop-in seats supported by webbing.

Authentic pieces exhibit period-appropriate patina, hand-cut secondary timbers such as oak or pine on the frame undersides, tool marks from hand chisels, and structural wear consistent with age rather than machine-made uniformity.

Pairing this historic seating piece with minimalist modern architecture or contrasting it against a clean, neutral wall creates a striking focal point that highlights its intricate craftsmanship without overwhelming the room.

Maintain antique wood by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent timber splitting, applying microcrystalline wax periodically, and avoiding silicone-based polishes.
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