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Set of 8 William IV Mahogany Dining Chairs, Circa 1835
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Set of 8 William IV Mahogany Dining Chairs, Circa 1835

18th century
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Set of 8 William IV Mahogany Dining Chairs, Circa 1835

A superb and increasingly scarce set of eight original William IV mahogany dining chairs dating from circa 1835. The set comprises a pair of elegant carver armchairs and six matching side chairs, all crafted from beautifully figured solid mahogany.

The chairs display the classic William IV design, featuring finely shaped bar backs with decorative carved mid-rails, elegant swept supports and turned front legs. The armchairs are particularly impressive, with boldly scrolled arms adding both comfort and visual appeal.

Each chair retains its traditional drop-in seat, upholstered in a neutral fabric that complements the rich mahogany colour beautifully. The combination of refined proportions, quality craftsmanship and excellent originality makes this set ideal for both period and contemporary interiors.

Perfect for a dining room, country house, townhouse or collector of fine English antiques, this handsome suite offers practicality as well as timeless style.

A highly desirable and complete matching set of William IV dining chairs, ready for use and display.

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Key Features

• Authentic William IV period dining chairs

• Circa 1835

• Set of 8 chairs

• Pair of carver armchairs

• Six matching side chairs

• Solid mahogany construction

• Elegant bar-back design

• Decorative carved centre rails

• Traditional drop-in upholstered seats

• Turned and reeded front legs

• Rich mahogany patina

• Excellent colour and grain throughout

• Ideal for dining rooms and period interiors

• Strong, sturdy and practical for everyday use

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Dimensions

Armchairs

• Height: 84 cm (33.1 inches)

• Width: 57 cm (22.4 inches)

• Depth: 52 cm (20.5 inches)

• Seat Height: 48 cm (18 1/2ins inches)

Side Chairs

• Height: 84 cm (33.1 inches)

• Width: 47 cm (18.5 inches)

• Depth: 52 cm (20.5 inches)

• Seat Height: 48 cm (18 1/2inches)

“There is scarcely anything in the world that some man cannot make a little worse and sell a little more cheaply. The person who buys on price alone is this man’s lawful prey.”

• Delivery

• UK mainland FREE Other destinations please contact us, and we will get a quote. We use a professional Removal company to transport our precious items and do not entrust them to usual parcel services. Therefore, delivery may be 7 -10 days, but it is worth the wait of course.

• On occasions customers have been disappointed to miss an item as they e-mailed their enquiry instead of phoning, I would recommend that if you wished to get the piece, please call rather than e-mail. We are very friendly and easy to deal with.

This Set of 8 William IV Mahogany Dining Chairs are a green product and has not affected the environment we live in.

Guarantee

This Set of 8 William IV Mahogany Dining Chairs, carries the Hingstons Antiques product guarantee plate which gives you the peace of mind that any item with this plate, is of the quality and condition expected when purchasing from Hingstons Antiques Limited. All our goods are individually selected by Nick Hingston who uses his experience of over 50 years of trading to select the items with the best design and condition suitable to be placed into our quality stock.

• Hingstons Distance selling policy.

• Purchases from Hingstons Antiques Ltd give all buyers the right to cancel the purchase within 14 working days after receipt of the item, for a full refund less transport costs, on condition it is returned in the condition it was sent.

• Payment- We can accept payment by bank transfer, card transaction by phone, or cheque in store for UK customers, please contact us if you are an overseas customer.

Physical Dimensions
Height
86cm (33.86")
Width
53.5cm (21.06")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Declaration

Hingstons of Wilton has dated these William IV Mahogany Dining Chairs to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1242427
Dealers Notes

PRICE MATCHING

Antiques are unique and it is impossible to price match in the normal way. Please take into account the quality of product, and the care taken in our restoration, before making a decision if you are looking at price comparison.

When you choose to purchase an item from Hingstons, you will be purchasing a piece that will enhance your home.

We spend time choosing the best product, an antique that has to meet the criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock.

Beware of cheaper imitations.

DISTANCE SELLING REGULATIONS

Purchases from Hingstons Antiques Ltd are covered under the Distance Selling Regulations, which give all buyers the right to cancel the purchase within 7 working days after receipt of the item, for a full refund less RETURN transport costs.

Description
Set of 8 William IV Mahogany Dining Chairs, Circa 1835
“
A superb and increasingly scarce set of eight original William IV mahogany dining chairs dating from circa 1835.
Hingstons of Wilton

The set comprises a pair of elegant carver armchairs and six matching side chairs, all crafted from beautifully figured solid mahogany.

fig 1. A set of eight William IV dark mahogany dining chairs comprising six side chairs and two carvers with turned front legs and light neutral upholstered seats.
fig 1. Set of 8 William IV Mahogany Dining Chairs, Circa 1835

The chairs display the classic William IV design, featuring finely shaped bar backs with decorative carved mid-rails, elegant swept supports and turned front legs. The armchairs are particularly impressive, with boldly scrolled arms adding both comfort and visual appeal.

fig 2. A set of eight William IV dark mahogany dining chairs comprising six side chairs and two carvers with turned front legs and light neutral upholstered seats.
fig 2. Set of 8 William IV Mahogany Dining Chairs, Circa 1835

Each chair retains its traditional drop-in seat, upholstered in a neutral fabric that complements the rich mahogany colour beautifully. The combination of refined proportions, quality craftsmanship and excellent originality makes this set ideal for both period and contemporary interiors.

fig 3. A set of eight William IV dark mahogany dining chairs comprising six side chairs and two carvers with turned front legs and light neutral upholstered seats.
fig 3. Set of 8 William IV Mahogany Dining Chairs, Circa 1835

Perfect for a dining room, country house, townhouse or collector of fine English antiques, this handsome suite offers practicality as well as timeless style.

A highly desirable and complete matching set of William IV dining chairs, ready for use and display.

fig 4. A set of eight William IV dark mahogany dining chairs comprising six side chairs and two carvers with turned front legs and light neutral upholstered seats.
fig 4. Set of 8 William IV Mahogany Dining Chairs, Circa 1835

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Key Features

• Authentic William IV period dining chairs

• Circa 1835

• Set of 8 chairs

• Pair of carver armchairs

• Six matching side chairs

• Solid mahogany construction

fig 5. A set of eight William IV dark mahogany dining chairs comprising six side chairs and two carvers with turned front legs and light neutral upholstered seats.
fig 5. Set of 8 William IV Mahogany Dining Chairs, Circa 1835

• Elegant bar-back design

• Decorative carved centre rails

• Traditional drop-in upholstered seats

• Turned and reeded front legs

• Rich mahogany patina

• Excellent colour and grain throughout

• Ideal for dining rooms and period interiors

fig 6. A set of eight William IV dark mahogany dining chairs comprising six side chairs and two carvers with turned front legs and light neutral upholstered seats.
fig 6. Set of 8 William IV Mahogany Dining Chairs, Circa 1835

• Strong, sturdy and practical for everyday use

________________________________________

Dimensions

Armchairs

• Height: 84 cm (33.1 inches)

• Width: 57 cm (22.4 inches)

• Depth: 52 cm (20.5 inches)

• Seat Height: 48 cm (18 1/2ins inches)

fig 7. A set of eight William IV dark mahogany dining chairs comprising six side chairs and two carvers with turned front legs and light neutral upholstered seats.
fig 7. Set of 8 William IV Mahogany Dining Chairs, Circa 1835

Side Chairs

• Height: 84 cm (33.1 inches)

• Width: 47 cm (18.5 inches)

• Depth: 52 cm (20.5 inches)

• Seat Height: 48 cm (18 1/2inches)

“There is scarcely anything in the world that some man cannot make a little worse and sell a little more cheaply. The person who buys on price alone is this man’s lawful prey.”

• Delivery

• UK mainland FREE Other destinations please contact us, and we will get a quote. We use a professional Removal company to transport our precious items and do not entrust them to usual parcel services. Therefore, delivery may be 7 -10 days, but it is worth the wait of course.

• On occasions customers have been disappointed to miss an item as they e-mailed their enquiry instead of phoning, I would recommend that if you wished to get the piece, please call rather than e-mail. We are very friendly and easy to deal with.

This Set of 8 William IV Mahogany Dining Chairs are a green product and has not affected the environment we live in.

Guarantee

This Set of 8 William IV Mahogany Dining Chairs, carries the Hingstons Antiques product guarantee plate which gives you the peace of mind that any item with this plate, is of the quality and condition expected when purchasing from Hingstons Antiques Limited. All our goods are individually selected by Nick Hingston who uses his experience of over 50 years of trading to select the items with the best design and condition suitable to be placed into our quality stock.

• Hingstons Distance selling policy.

• Purchases from Hingstons Antiques Ltd give all buyers the right to cancel the purchase within 14 working days after receipt of the item, for a full refund less transport costs, on condition it is returned in the condition it was sent.

• Payment- We can accept payment by bank transfer, card transaction by phone, or cheque in store for UK customers, please contact us if you are an overseas customer.

Height
86cm (33.86")
Width
53.5cm (21.06")
Depth
51cm (20.08")
Date of Manufacture

Hingstons of Wilton has dated these William IV Mahogany Dining Chairs to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1242427
Hingstons of Wilton
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2010
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A set of eight William IV dark mahogany dining chairs comprising six side chairs and two carvers with turned front legs and light neutral upholstered seats.
Set of 8 William IV Mahogany Dining Chairs, Circa 1835
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  • ObjectDining Chairs
  • Period18th century
  • StyleWilliam IV
  • MaterialMahogany, Fabric
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsTurned front legs, carved back rail, scroll arms, bar back
  • SizeH 86 cm (34 in) x W 53.5 cm (21 in) x D 51 cm (20 in)

William IV dining chairs date from the 1830s, bridging the transition between Regency elegance and Victorian solidity. They typically feature curved top rails, carved centre splats, turned front legs, and heavy mahogany construction.

Craftsmen primarily utilised solid mahogany or rosewood prized for strength and rich grain patterns. Frames were constructed using traditional mortise and tenon joinery, with drop-in or upholstered seats stuffed with horsehair.

Authentic pieces demonstrate hand-carved details, turned front legs with lotus or reeded motifs, and splayed rear legs. Inspecting the underside reveals hand-sawn timber, original dowels, and age-consistent patina on the timber.

Pairing a dark mahogany seating set with a sleek minimalist table or contemporary light fixture creates an engaging textural contrast. Updating the seat upholstery with neutral linen or bold modern textiles bridges historical and contemporary aesthetics.

Maintain mahogany furniture by dusting regularly with a soft cloth and applying beeswax polish once or twice a year in the direction of the grain. Keep chairs away from direct heat sources and excessive sunlight to prevent timber warping and finish degradation.
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