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Exceptional 19th Century Irish Library Chair
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for sale €5,733     $6,223
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Exceptional 19th Century Irish Library Chair

19th century
For Sale by Holmes Antiques
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A rare and extraordinary 19th-century Irish Mahogany Library Chair of exquisite design and craftsmanship, having a rich warm colour and patina. Superbly carved throughout, the arms of incredible form, with an eagle grasping a snake in its beak. The frieze features a classical Vitruvian scroll and gadrooning, and the chair stands on cabriole legs with carved eagle-head ear pieces, a cabochon at the knee, and further shell and acanthus-leaf work above feathered claw and ball feet.

An incredible example of 1st-class 19th-century Irish craftsmanship, thought to have been made by a leading Dublin workshop of the period.

Date of Manufacture

Holmes Antiques has dated this Irish Mahogany Library Armchair to the 19th Century.

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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

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A rare and extraordinary 19th-century Irish Mahogany Library Chair of exquisite design and craftsmanship, having a rich warm colour and patina. Superbly carved throughout, the arms of incredible form, with an eagle grasping a snake in its beak. The frieze features a classical Vitruvian scroll and gadrooning, and the chair stands on cabriole legs with carved eagle-head ear pieces, a cabochon at the knee, and further shell and acanthus-leaf work above feathered claw and ball feet.
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An incredible example of 1st-class 19th-century Irish craftsmanship, thought to have been made by a leading Dublin workshop of the period.
Holmes Antiques
Date of Manufacture

Holmes Antiques has dated this Irish Mahogany Library Armchair to the 19th Century.

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SA1243263
Holmes Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2011

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

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A 19th-century carved mahogany library armchair in calico lining, featuring cabriole legs with claw and ball feet and scrolled armrests.
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Archive I A 19th-century carved mahogany library armchair in calico lining, featuring cabriole legs with claw and ball feet and scrolled armrests.

Exceptional 19th Century Irish Library Chair

Archive II A 19th-century carved mahogany library armchair in calico lining, featuring cabriole legs with claw and ball feet and scrolled armrests. View II
Archive III A 19th-century carved mahogany library armchair in calico lining, featuring cabriole legs with claw and ball feet and scrolled armrests. View III
Archive IV A 19th-century carved mahogany library armchair in calico lining, featuring cabriole legs with claw and ball feet and scrolled armrests. View IV
Archive V A 19th-century carved mahogany library armchair in calico lining, featuring cabriole legs with claw and ball feet and scrolled armrests. View V
Archive VI A 19th-century carved mahogany library armchair in calico lining, featuring cabriole legs with claw and ball feet and scrolled armrests. View VI
Archive VII A 19th-century carved mahogany library armchair in calico lining, featuring cabriole legs with claw and ball feet and scrolled armrests. View VII
Archive VIII A 19th-century carved mahogany library armchair in calico lining, featuring cabriole legs with claw and ball feet and scrolled armrests. View VIII
Archive IX A 19th-century carved mahogany library armchair in calico lining, featuring cabriole legs with claw and ball feet and scrolled armrests. View IX
Archive X A 19th-century carved mahogany library armchair in calico lining, featuring cabriole legs with claw and ball feet and scrolled armrests. View X
Archive XI A 19th-century carved mahogany library armchair in calico lining, featuring cabriole legs with claw and ball feet and scrolled armrests. View XI
Archive XII A 19th-century carved mahogany library armchair in calico lining, featuring cabriole legs with claw and ball feet and scrolled armrests. View XII
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Holmes Antiques
Telephone 07729 347 159
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United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/holmes
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A 19th-century carved mahogany library armchair in calico lining, featuring cabriole legs with claw and ball feet and scrolled armrests.
Exceptional 19th Century Irish Library Chair
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A 19th-century carved mahogany library armchair in calico lining, featuring cabriole legs with claw and ball feet and scrolled armrests.
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  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleIrish Georgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Calico
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsClaw and ball feet, Cabriole legs, Carved aprons, Scrolled armrests

This nineteenth-century Irish library armchair stands within the Georgian style, constructed from warm brown mahogany and upholstered in unbleached calico fabric. The deep seat, padded backrest, and padded armrests are fitted with plain off-white calico lining, showing exposed raw edges at the top of the backrest and wear on the left armrest. The dark timber frame displays extensive carved ornamentation, including a Vitruvian scroll and gadrooned frieze beneath the seat, cabriole legs with claw and ball feet, and scrolled armrests terminating in carved eagle heads. The chair suits a traditional study, a gentleman's library, or a formal living room seating arrangement for daily use.

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Irish library chairs from this era are recognized for their robust proportions, dense dark mahogany timber, and expressive relief carvings such as shell motifs, acanthus leaves, and prominent claw and ball feet.

These pieces were primarily crafted using solid mahogany frames, hand-tied steel coil springs, jute webbing, hair stuffing, and cotton calico lining prior to final fabric upholstery.

Authentic period examples feature hand-cut joinery, asymmetrical hand-carved details, natural shrinkage marks along timber joins, and original patination on unexposed surfaces.

Pairing a deeply carved mahogany chair with contemporary neutral upholstery creates a statement focal point that bridges traditional craftsmanship and modern minimalist interior design.

Apply a high-grade beeswax polish annually to protect the mahogany finish, and keep the piece away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent wood shrinkage and textile deterioration.
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