Mahogany was first introduced into Europe during the middle of the 18th Century and soon found itself being used for the best quality chairs. As a hardwood which carves and cuts well, Mahogany is perfect for creating detailed and highly polished decoration. During the Georgian and Victorian period solid mahogany chairs became highly sculptural with ornate ribbon shaped splats backs, carved trailing vines and strong fluted or cabriole legs. The deep French polish finish that we associate with Mahogany emerged during the Victorian era and added depth and texture to the look. Because Mahogany was an exotic timber it seemed only right to match it to exotic and fanciful forms of chair so many antique designs cam be found. It often looks best used for elegant dining chairs, soft
sumptuous armchairs and stylish desk chairs.
When looking for an antique Mahogany chair don’t be surprised if genuine old examples have undergone restoration. Because Mahogany does not have a strong grain it can sadly crack and break more easily than Oak or Walnut, especially on objects used every day such as chairs. These later repairs do not matter and only add to the item’s unique story. By the early part of the 20th Century traditional supplies of Mahogany were really drying up and although similar chairs continued to be made right up to the present day, they are usually made of Sapele or Meranti.
At LoveAntiques we have a large and impressive range of Antique Mahogany Chairs for sale as well as later Vintage examples as well.
Kernow Furniture
Edwardian High Back Chair
£ 475
Hawkins Antiques
Stunning Set of 12 Mahogany Edwards & Roberts Chairs
£ 3,850
Georgian Antiques
Rare Set of 14 Regency Mahogany Dining Chairs
£ 9,750
Daniel Clark Furniture
Edwardian Mahogany Armchair
£ 575
Tom Scott Antiques
Pair of Buttoned Spoon Back Armchairs
£ 695
£ 1,395
19th Century French Empire Ormolu Mounted Armchairs on Lion Paw Feet
£ 1,395
Antiques & Chic
Salisbury Antiques Centre
Pair of Victorian Mahogany Hall Chairs
£ 450
Salisbury Antiques Centre
Beech & Mahogany Swivel Desk Chair
£ 380
Millers Antiques
Set of 4 19th Century Hall Chairs
£ 1,450
Antique & Modern Living
Over Sized Georgian Wing Chair
£ 1,950
Georgian Antiques
Set of 8 George IV Mahogany Dining Chairs
£ 6,250
Harmony Antiques
Antique French Empire Slipper Chair
£ 265
Treehouse Antiques
Set of 4 Victorian Balloon Back Spearpoint Dining Chairs
£ 450
Treehouse Antiques
Set of 6 Victorian Balloon Back Dining Chairs
£ 450
Mersham Manor Antiques
Set of Four Victorian Carved Mahogany Dining Chairs
£ 295
London City Antiques
Antique Set of Six Victorian Mahogany Balloon Back Dining Chairs
£ 2,485
Antique Set of Six Victorian Mahogany Balloon Back Dining Chairs
£ 2,485
London City Antiques
Millers Antiques
Fine Set of Six Dining Chairs by Gillows
£ 1,400
Marylebone Antiques
Set of Eight Antique Mahogany Dining Chairs
£ 2,200
Marylebone Antiques
Victorian Style Leather Swivel Desk Chair
£ 1,290
London Fine Ltd
Antique English Cleric's Armchair Elbow Chair - Victorian
£ 1,895
Vintage House
Balinese Carule Style Curved Chair with Leather Seat
£ 125
Lascombe Interiors
20th Century Leather Tub Chair
£ 1,395
Lascombe Interiors
Georgian Style Mahogany Wing Armchair
£ 1,875
Fernyhough Antiques Ltd
Super Mahogany Office Desk Chair
£ 795
£ 12,500
Stunning Quality Antique Mahogany Extending Dining Table & 12 Chairs
£ 12,500
Hawkins Antiques
£ 2,250
London City Antiques
Fine Quality Set of 8 Antique Mahogany Dining Chairs
£ 5,650
Georgian Antiques
Set of 8 Scottish Georgian Chairs
£ 3,250
Georgian Antiques
Stylish Victorian Mahogany Windsor Chair
£ 390
Prior & Willis Antiques
Set of 8 Georgian Revival Antique Mahogany Dining Chairs c.1910
£ 3,495
Set of 8 Georgian Revival Antique Mahogany Dining Chairs c.1910
£ 3,495
Prior & Willis Antiques
Prior & Willis Antiques
Set of 8 Early 19th Century Antique Mahogany Marquetry Dining Chairs
£ 7,495
Set of 8 Early 19th Century Antique Mahogany Marquetry Dining Chairs
£ 7,495
Prior & Willis Antiques
Prior & Willis Antiques
Set of 8 (6+2) Antique Mahogany Dining Chairs c.1820
£ 4,495
Prior & Willis Antiques
Regency Mahogany Dining Chairs: Set of 8 (6+2), Antique Quality, Early 19th Century
£ 4,995
Regency Mahogany Dining Chairs: Set of 8 (6+2), Antique Quality, Early 19th Century
£ 4,995
Prior & Willis Antiques
Prior & Willis Antiques
Set of 8 (6+2) Early 19th Century Mahogany Dining Chairs Antique Quality c.1810
£ 4,495
Set of 8 (6+2) Early 19th Century Mahogany Dining Chairs Antique Quality c.1810
£ 4,495
Prior & Willis Antiques
Prior & Willis Antiques
Set of 8 (6+2) Georgian Revival Mahogany Dining Chairs - Antique Quality c.1900
£ 3,495
Set of 8 (6+2) Georgian Revival Mahogany Dining Chairs - Antique Quality c.1900
£ 3,495
Prior & Willis Antiques
Philip Hunt Antiques
Set of 8 Early Victorian Mahogany Balloon Back Dining Chairs
£ 2,850
Prior & Willis Antiques
Set of 18th Century Antique Mahogany Dining Chairs
£ 3,995
Prior & Willis Antiques
Set of 10 Antique 18th Century Georgian Mahogany Dining Chairs - High Quality
£ 7,995
Set of 10 Antique 18th Century Georgian Mahogany Dining Chairs - High Quality
£ 7,995
Prior & Willis Antiques
Prior & Willis Antiques
Set of 8 19th Century Mahogany Dining Chairs - Antique Quality
£ 2,995
Set of 8 19th Century Mahogany Dining Chairs - Antique Quality
£ 2,995
Prior & Willis Antiques
London City Antiques
Set of 12 Antique Victorian Quality Carved Mahogany Dining Chairs
£ 10,850
Set of 12 Antique Victorian Quality Carved Mahogany Dining Chairs
£ 10,850
London City Antiques
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