An Extremely Rare Pair Of Superb Quality 18th Century Chippendale Period Mahogany Carver Armchairs, Or Desk Chairs, Having Exceptional Carved Decoration Throughout, The Elegantly Shaped Backs With Pierced Splats And Scrolling Arms With Foliate Decoration, Over Upholstered Seats Of Generous Proportions And Blind Fretwork Carved Frieze, Raised On Matchstick Fluted Square Chamfered Legs United By Unusual Turned And Faceted H Stretchers.

These really are an exceptional pair of 18th century mahogany armchairs, displaying superb quality craftsmanship and an incredible amount of fine carved detail throughout. The wonderfully elaborate pierced back splats are particularly impressive, with their intricate scrolling and foliate decoration, whilst the elegantly shaped top rails and beautifully carved arms further demonstrate the quality of workmanship involved in their construction.

It is worth emphasising that these chairs are genuine 18th century Chippendale period examples, as opposed to the numerous late 19th and early 20th century reproductions which can be found. Whilst many of these later copies are perfectly good quality pieces of furniture in their own right, finding a genuine pair of 18th century armchairs of this quality, is considerably more difficult.

Another particularly appealing feature is the generous seats, making them extremely comfortable and practical chairs for everyday use. The unusual turned and faceted H stretchers are also worth mentioning, as they add further character to an already lovely pair of chairs.

Both chairs retain a good rich colour and surface throughout, with the usual old marks, scuffs, scratches and imperfections associated with their considerable age and use, all blending in nicely. The seats have been very recently upholstered in a neutral calico type fabric which is easy to cover on top of, but also contrasts nicely with the rich mahogany timbers.

Although traditionally described as carver armchairs, these would make a superb pair of desk chairs, or even just as occasional chairs in a drawing room, library or hallway, either together or placed separately around the home.

As with all our antique furniture, both chairs have been attended to in our workshops by our skilled traditional antique furniture restorers, ensuring they are structurally sound and ready for everyday use. They have also received an appropriate natural wax polish and are ready to be placed straight into the home.

Circa 1760.

Height 36.5in.
Width 25.5in.
Depth 22in.

Seat Height 17in.