Antique English Pair of Queen Anne Style Mahogany Crook Armchairs (Circa 1880)

Summary:
• Item: Pair of Armchairs
• Circa: 1880
• Provenance: England, UK
• Wood: Mahogany
• In the style of Queen Anne period (c. 1702 – 1714)
• Shaped back
• Scroll top rail
• Shaped pierced central splat
• Shepherd’s crook top rails & arms
• Moulded drop-in seat frame
• Newly upholstered drop in seats
• Embroidered floral silk damask upholstery
• Scroll carvings
• Cabriole front legs
• Paid feet
• Turned rear legs and stretchers
• Original polish & patination
• Stunning colour
• Solid in joint
• Heavy chairs – sign of quality
• True pair (not matched together)
• Free delivery to England, Wales & southern Scotland*
• 14 day free UK returns policy

Description:
This is a fine quality pair of Victorian shepherd’s crook mahogany armchairs, circa 1880, in the style of the Queen Anne period, with newly upholstered seats, in very good condition. The armchairs are constructed of top quality solid mahogany and feature a shepherd’s crook shaped top rail, with a central scroll shaped pediment. Below is a shaped and pierced central splat, flanked by vertical rails. The splayed arms boast a shepherd’s crook and are secured by shaped vertical supports. Incorporating a drop-in seat design, the seat frames are finely moulded. The seats have been newly upholstered in top quality hardwearing silk damask upholstery, with traditional hessian material to the underside. Therefore the seats are in excellent and clean condition, with no marks. The seats are firm but comfortable; you do not sink into the seat.

Elegantly shaped cabriole legs, with subtle scroll carvings to the knees, terminate on pad feet at the front; with splayed blocks to the rear. Turned stretchers for added strength unite the legs. The chairs are heavy in weight and are structurally sound; this is a further sign of quality. Please note, this is a true pair of armchairs; they have not been matched together from two individual armchairs.

The armchairs boast a rich dark brown mahogany colour. As they boast the original polish, they have a fantastic colour and patination; this can only be achieved through age and years of care and cleaning they have received.

These armchairs would look superb in a variety of rooms from the bedroom, hallway, office or library.  They would certainly grace any home and are a great investment as they are extremely functional. So don’t miss out on your chance to own a lovely piece of furniture.

Dimensions:
Height = 107.2cm or 42¼” or 3ft 6¼”
Width = 64.4cm or 25⅜” or 2ft 1⅜”
Depth = 64.5cm or 25⅜” or 2ft 1⅜”
Seat Height = 54cm or 21¼” or 1ft 9¼”
Seat Width = 51cm or 20” or 1ft 8”
Seat Depth = 44.5cm or 17½” or 1ft 5½”
Arm Height = 73.7cm or 29” or 2ft 5”
Back Height = 61cm or 24” or 2ft

Condition Report:
This pair of armchairs is in good condition. Nominal old use marks to the leading, but nothing significant considering the age of the item. The chair frame have been tightened and polished in our workshops. This is a true pair of armchairs (they have not been matched together). The seats have been newly upholstered in top quality top quality luxurious embroidered floral silk damask upholstery and the frames have been polished. The seats are firm but extremely comfortable. The chairs are heavy in weight and well constructed, which is a good sign of quality. As the armchairs retain the original polish, the frames boast a lovely colour and patination. The armchairs sit firm on the ground and do not wobble. They are solid in joint (not loose or wobbly) and are ready to use.

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Ref. Pair Armchairs 49