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Antique a Set of Six William IV Mahogany Dining Chairs, C.1830–1840
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Antique a Set of Six William IV Mahogany Dining Chairs, C.1830–1840

19th century
Description

A handsome set of six William IV mahogany dining chairs, dating to circa 1830–1840.

Each chair has a broad, curved top rail with scroll-shaped ends, above an open back centred by an elaborately carved panel of scrolling leaves and floral decoration. The shaped back supports sweep down towards the upholstered seats, covered in yellow and gold striped fabric.

The chairs stand on finely turned and reeded tapering front legs, with elegant outward-curving sabre legs to the rear.

A wonderful set for use around a dining table, or equally effective placed individually around a room as decorative and occasional seating.

Condition

The chairs are in good overall condition, with all frames structurally sound and the upholstery in very good condition.

There is a very small amount of old woodworm activity to the rear internal rails beneath the seats. This has been treated as a precaution and has no effect on the structure or use of the chairs.

Dimensions:

Height: 82.2 cm (32.36 in)

Width: 48 cm (18.90 in)

Depth: 52 cm (20.47 in)

Seat Height: 46.5 cm (18.31 in)

Date of Manufacture

Knight Fine Antiques and Collectables has dated these William IV Dining Chairs to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
82.2cm (32.36")
Width
48cm (18.90")
Depth
52cm (20.47")
Reference Numbers
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SA1244917
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Description
A handsome set of six William IV mahogany dining chairs, dating to circa 1830–1840.
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Each chair has a broad, curved top rail with scroll-shaped ends, above an open back centred by an elaborately carved panel of scrolling leaves and floral decoration.
Knight Fine Antiques and Collectables

The shaped back supports sweep down towards the upholstered seats, covered in yellow and gold striped fabric.

fig 1. A set of six William IV mahogany dining chairs featuring curved top rails, carved cross splats, turned fluted front legs, and gold striped upholstery.
fig 1. Antique a Set of Six William IV Mahogany Dining Chairs, C.1830–1840

The chairs stand on finely turned and reeded tapering front legs, with elegant outward-curving sabre legs to the rear.

A wonderful set for use around a dining table, or equally effective placed individually around a room as decorative and occasional seating.

fig 2. A set of six William IV mahogany dining chairs featuring curved top rails, carved cross splats, turned fluted front legs, and gold striped upholstery.
fig 2. Antique a Set of Six William IV Mahogany Dining Chairs, C.1830–1840

Condition

The chairs are in good overall condition, with all frames structurally sound and the upholstery in very good condition.

There is a very small amount of old woodworm activity to the rear internal rails beneath the seats. This has been treated as a precaution and has no effect on the structure or use of the chairs.

Dimensions:

Height: 82.2 cm (32.36 in)

Width: 48 cm (18.90 in)

Depth: 52 cm (20.47 in)

Seat Height: 46.5 cm (18.31 in)

Date of Manufacture

Knight Fine Antiques and Collectables has dated these William IV Dining Chairs to the 19th Century.

Height
82.2cm (32.36")
Width
48cm (18.90")
Depth
52cm (20.47")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1244917
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Archive I A set of six William IV mahogany dining chairs featuring curved top rails, carved cross splats, turned fluted front legs, and gold striped upholstery.

Antique a Set of Six William IV Mahogany Dining Chairs, C.1830–1840

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A set of six William IV mahogany dining chairs featuring curved top rails, carved cross splats, turned fluted front legs, and gold striped upholstery.
Antique A Set of Six William IV Mahogany Dining Chairs, c.1830–1840
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A set of six William IV mahogany dining chairs featuring curved top rails, carved cross splats, turned fluted front legs, and gold striped upholstery.
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  • ObjectDining Chairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleWilliam IV
  • MaterialMahogany, Fabric
  • ColourDark Brown, Gold
  • MotifsCarved splat, Turned fluted legs, Curved top rail, Sabre rear legs
  • SizeH 82.2 cm (32 in) x W 48 cm (19 in) x D 52 cm (20 in)

This set of six William IV mahogany dining chairs dates from the nineteenth century, in the style of the period around 1830 to 1840. Each chair is formed from dark brown timber with a polished finish, featuring a broad curved top rail with scroll-shaped ends above an open back centred by an elaborately carved panel of scrolling leaves and floral decoration. The shaped back supports sweep down towards seats upholstered in gold and yellow striped fabric. The front supports consist of finely turned and reeded tapering legs, complemented by outward-curving sabre legs to the rear. The chairs measure 82.2 cm high, 48 cm wide, and 52 cm deep, with a seat height of 46.5 cm. These pieces are suited for use around a formal dining table, or they can be placed individually around a living space or hallway as occasional seating. The frames remain structurally sound in good overall condition, with the upholstery maintained in very good order. Minor old woodworm activity is present on the rear internal rails beneath the seats as a sign of age, which has been treated as a precaution without affecting the structure or daily use of the furniture.

FAQs

William IV furniture, dating from 1830 to 1837, bridges the refinement of the Regency period with the heavier proportions of early Victorian design. Dining chairs from this period frequently display curved top rails, scrollwork or floral carvings on the central back bar, turned front legs, and swept rear legs.

High-grade Cuban or Honduran mahogany was the preferred timber due to its dense grain, durability, and rich colour. Frame joints were joined with traditional mortise and tenon joinery, and seat frames were typically fitted with drop-in or upholstered pads.

Authentic period chairs feature hand-carved decorative elements, evidence of hand-planed timber surfaces underneath, and natural hand-cut mortise joints. The mahogany usually displays a deep patina built up over generations, accompanied by historic wear around the lower legs and stretcher points.

Combining dark wood antique seating with modern dining tables in glass, marble, or minimalist timber creates visual contrast. Reupholstering the seat cushions in neutral linens or contemporary geometric fabrics helps soften traditional frames within modern room schemes.

Keep wooden frames away from direct heat sources and excessive moisture to prevent joint movement or timber cracking. Apply a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year, buffing gently along the direction of the wood grain to preserve the original finish.
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