This is a fine quality set of six antique English Chippendale style mahogany dining chairs, with a Neo-Gothic / Neoclassical design, circa 1890, with newly upholstered seats in excellent condition.

Summary:

• Item: Six Chippendale Dining Chairs
• Circa: 1890
• Provenance: England, UK
• Wood: Mahogany
• Thomas Chippendale inspired design
• Neo-Gothic / Neo Classical styling
• Straight top rail
• Floral embossed carvings
• Elegant Gothic pierced fretwork back splats
• Moulded drop-in seat frame
• Newly upholstered drop in seats
• Taupe colour structured cotton upholstery
• Straight fluted front legs
• Rear chamfered sabre legs
• Original polish & patination
• Solid in joint & heavy chairs
• Very good quality
• Excellent condition
• Free delivery to England, Wales & southern Scotland*
• 14-day free UK returns policy

Description:

This is a fine quality set of six antique English Chippendale style mahogany dining chairs, with a Neo-Gothic / Neoclassical design, circa 1890, with newly upholstered seats in excellent condition. The six Chippendale dining chairs are constructed of solid top-quality mahogany. The six mahogany dining chairs feature a straight top rail, embossed with floral central caved motif, flanked by matching carvings on the ears. Below, is a Gothic inspired pierced central fretwork back splat, flanked by vertical rails, secured to a moulded seat frame.

The drop-in seats have been newly upholstered to a professional in a top-quality taupe structured cotton upholstery. The underside of the seats has been finished with tradition hessian backing. The seats are therefore in excellent and clean condition, with no marks. The seats are also generously filled to ensure they are firm but comfortable at the same time – you do not sink into the seat. If you do not like the fabric, we will recover the seats in a fabric of your choice (we charge £25 labour per seat).

The six Chippendale dining chairs are constructed with fluted block legs to the front and sabre legs to the rear, united by ‘H’ stretchers for additional strength.

The six Chippendale dining chairs boast a rich mahogany colour. As they boast the original patination, they boast a fantastic colour; this can only be achieved through age and years of care and cleaning they have received.

This six Chippendale dining chairs of chairs would look superb in the dining room. 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 set of furniture.

History of Gothic Period:

Gothic design emerged in 12th century France (notably at the Abbey of Saint-Denis) as an evolution from Romanesque, defined by pointed arches, flying buttresses, ribbed vaults, and large stained-glass windows. It was designed to maximize height and light, symbolizing divinity. Prevalent until the 16th century, it was later revived in the 18th – 19th centuries. Interest was renewed during the Victorian era, leading to the creation of “Neo-Gothic” or “Victorian-Gothic” furniture, which often combined medieval aesthetics with modern (for the time) construction.

Sources:

https://rauantiques.com/blogs/canvases-carats-and-curiosities/a-history-of-gothic-style-through-the-ages?srsltid=AfmBOoo57v8pqIJ2rlqFwn69I_M7WH811QvR4ECcGMo8Oaxrq-8vlA3c

https://woodworkersinstitute.com/the-gothic-style/

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gothic_Revival_decorative_arts

History of the Chippendale Period:

The Chippendale period (roughly 1750–1780) represents a pinnacle of 18th century British furniture design, named after cabinetmaker Thomas Chippendale (1718–1779). Known for combining Rococo, Chinese, and Gothic influences, his 1754 publication, “The Gentleman and Cabinet Maker’s Director”, revolutionised furniture design. His work transitioned from ornate mahogany Rococo to elegant Neoclassicism.

Sources:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thomas_Chippendale#:~:text=Thomas%20Chippendale%20(June%201718%20–%201779,similar%20to%20his%20Director%20designs%22.&text=The%20designs%20are%20regarded%20as,2008%20sold%20for%20£2%2C729%2C250.

https://thechippendalesociety.co.uk/chippendale-overview/

https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/discover/history/people/who-was-thomas-chippendale

Condition Report:

This is a fine quality set of six antique English Chippendale style mahogany dining chairs, with a Neo-Gothic / Neoclassical design, circa 1890, with newly upholstered seats in excellent condition. The six Chippendale dining chairs have been cleaned and French polished and all loose joints have been glued in our workshop; therefore, the chairs are solid in joint. The seats have been finished with tradition hessian backing to the undersides. Therefore, the seats are in excellent and clean condition, with no marks. The seats are well padded and firm but comfortable at the same time – you do not sink into the seat. If you do not like the fabric, we will recover the seats in a fabric of your choice (we charge £25 labour per seat). As these six mahogany dining chairs retain the original patination, the frames boast a lovely original colour. They are a heavy set of chairs, which is a good sign of quality. They are solid in joint (not loose or wobbly) and are ready to use.

Dimensions:

• Height = 97.5cm / 38⅜” / 3ft 2⅜” Width = 49.5cm / 19½” / 1ft 7½”
• Depth = 53cm / 20⅞” / 1ft 8⅞”
• Back Height = 49.5cm / 19½” / 1ft 7½”
• Seat Height (Centre) = 53cm / 20⅞” / 1ft 8⅞”
• Seat Width = 46cm / 18⅛” / 1ft 6⅛”
• Seat Depth = 42cm / 16½” / 1ft 4½”

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Product Code: 116837