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Set of Four Hepplewhite Chairs Circa 1780
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Set of Four Hepplewhite Chairs Circa 1780

18th century
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A superb set of four Hepplewhite mahogany chairs circa 1780. The shield backs are decorated with a carved wheatsheaf and more rarely a marquetry medallion. A good solid set of chairs with fluted legs which are joind by an H-stretcher. The seats are in excellent condition having been newly re-covered. A few minor non-structural historic repairs that have been well done and therefore barely noticeable and to be expected with chairs of this age.

Height - 94cm / 37"

Height to seat - 46cm / 18"

Width - 54cm / 21"

Depth - 43cm / 17"

Date of Manufacture

Fairford Barn Antiques has dated these Hepplewhite Mahogany Dining Chairs to the 18th Century.

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A superb set of four Hepplewhite mahogany chairs circa 1780. The shield backs are decorated with a carved wheatsheaf and more rarely a marquetry medallion. A good solid set of chairs with fluted legs which are joind by an H-stretcher. The seats are in excellent condition having been newly re-covered.
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A few minor non-structural historic repairs that have been well done and therefore barely noticeable and to be expected with chairs of this age.
Fairford Barn Antiques

Height - 94cm / 37"

Height to seat - 46cm / 18"

Width - 54cm / 21"

Depth - 43cm / 17"

Date of Manufacture

Fairford Barn Antiques has dated these Hepplewhite Mahogany Dining Chairs to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1243356
Dealers Internal Ref
383/062/571
Fairford Barn Antiques
Fairford Barn Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2021

Sale of quality georgian and victorian furniture.

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A set of four antique mahogany Hepplewhite dining chairs featuring carved shield-shaped backs with central inlay motifs and light green upholstered seats.
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Archive I A set of four antique mahogany Hepplewhite dining chairs featuring carved shield-shaped backs with central inlay motifs and light green upholstered seats.

Set of Four Hepplewhite Chairs Circa 1780

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A set of four antique mahogany Hepplewhite dining chairs featuring carved shield-shaped backs with central inlay motifs and light green upholstered seats.
Set of four Hepplewhite chairs circa 1780
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  • ObjectDining Chairs
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Upholstery Fabric
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsShield back, Wheat sheaf carving, Tapered legs, Marquetry inlay

This set of four Georgian dining chairs belongs to the Hepplewhite period around 1780. Constructed from dark brown mahogany with marquetry inlay, the chairs display carved shield-shaped backs incorporating wheat sheaf motifs, fluted legs joined by H-stretchers, and newly re-covered light green upholstered seats showing minor historic repairs. Individual chairs measure 94 cm in height with a 46 cm seat height, 54 cm in width, and 43 cm in depth. Suitable for everyday dining use in a home, these seats complement traditional English country house interiors around a dining table. The classic proportions provide comfortable seating while maintaining period character for formal dining spaces or reception rooms.

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Hepplewhite style furniture originated in England during the late 18th century, named after cabinetmaker George Hepplewhite. It is defined by Neoclassical restraint, featuring graceful light lines, shield-shaped or oval backs, slender straight tapered legs, and subtle carved or inlaid decorations.

Primary construction predominantly utilised dense Cuban or West Indian mahogany due to its fine grain and strength. Upholstery was originally executed in silk, damask, or horsehair, secured with brass brass-headed studs over webbed wooden seat frames.

Authentic period chairs display hand-cut mortise and tenon joints, hand-carved backrest details like wheat sheaves or lyres, and evidence of hand-planing on untrimmed areas. The proportions remain balanced yet slender, with timber exhibiting natural age patina and shrinkage around frame joints.

Incorporate period mahogany chairs around a clean-lined modern or minimalist dining table to create visual contrast. They can also serve individually or in pairs as accent seating in a formal hallway, study, or bedroom setting.

Dust the timber framework regularly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth and apply high-grade beeswax once or twice a year following the grain. Keep the chairs away from direct heat sources and direct sunlight to avoid timber movement, joint loosening, and fabric fading.
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