The Georgian period describes the era in Britain between the reigns of King George I starting in 1714 to the death of George IV in 1830. It also often includes the Reign of William IV up to 1837. Interest in the aesthetics of classical proportion and form were transforming 18th Century architecture, and these principles spilled over into the design of furniture. Among the luminaries who would leave their mark on history were designers such as Thomas Chippendale, George Hepplewhite, Thomas Sheraton, Thomas Hope & William Kent. Each published popular books of their designs, and it is these (more than the physical commissions they undertook) which would inspire the styles which still bear their names.
For many, great Georgian furniture is accented by elegant cabriole legs, carved or inlaid classical motifs such as shells, busts and geometric patterns, as well as the use of brass as an inlay or for hardware. Chair backs had detailed fretwork designs, the feet had carved lions paws and the arms were wide and sweeping. Tables were elegant and understated. Not only were the finest exotic timbers such as Jamaican Mahogany, Rosewood and Satinwood being imported and used in the construction, but the designs often hinted at a love for the Orient. While the later Victorians would revel in decoration for its own sake, the Georgian era was one of refined hand-made quality and simplicity. It is this sense of physical poise and practical elegance which makes Georgian furniture still highly prized around the world today.
At Love Antiques we have one of the largest and best curated selections of genuine Georgian Antiques for sale anywhere on the internet.
Antique & Modern Living
An Elegant Georgian Bow-front Chest
£ 1,750
Antique & Modern Living
A Large Oval Georgian Breakfast Table
£ 4,750
Middleton's Antiques
Georgian Walnut Cabriole Leg Lowboy. Mid 18th Century
£ 2,100
Middleton's Antiques
Georgian Red Chinoiserie Bow Fronted Corner Cupboard
£ 1,595
Salisbury Antiques Centre
George III Mahogany Wine
£ 925
Salisbury Antiques Centre
George III Mahogany & Crossbanded Bowfront Side Table
£ 1,500
Salisbury Antiques Centre
Fine George II Mahogany Lowboy
£ 2,750
Salisbury Antiques Centre
18th Century Oak Lowboy
£ 775
Salisbury Antiques Centre
Fine Regency Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase
£ 4,250
Graham Smith Antiques Ltd
Regency Rosewood Music Canterbury
£ 1,340
Marylebone Antiques
Antique George III Mahogany Console Table
£ 475
Salisbury Antiques Centre
George II Mahogany Card Table
£ 2,850
Hingstons Antiques
Georgian Cabriole Dresser Base 2m Long
£ 2,450
Debenham Antiques Ltd
Early 19th Century Georgian Mahogany Writing Table
£ 1,995
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 18th Century Glazed Display Cabinet in Mahogany
£ 1,095
London City Antiques
Quality 18th Century Antique George III Mahogany Irish Drop Leaf Table
£ 1,885
Quality 18th Century Antique George III Mahogany Irish Drop Leaf Table
£ 1,885
London City Antiques
Debenham Antiques Ltd
19th Century Ebonised Marble Top Centre Table
£ 2,795
London City Antiques
Large 18th Century Antique Quality Oak Coffer on Stand
£ 1,850
F & K Wilson
Antique Georgian Mahogany Side Table c.1795
£ 625
JMR Antiques Ltd
19th Century Military Campaign Desk
£ 995
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 18th Century Chest of Drawers in Mahogany
£ 425
ActFurniture LTD
Antique Bedroom Chair / Hall Chair in Mahogany
£ 225
Fernyhough Antiques Ltd
Lovely Georgian Oak Dresser Base
£ 1,495
JMR Antiques Ltd
Georgian Oak Chest of Drawers
£ 695
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 19th Century Carved Armchair / Office Chair in Oak
£ 275
Georgian Antiques
Chippendale Period Chest of Drawers
£ 2,150
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 18th Century Oak Blanket Box / Coffer
£ 550
Georgian Antiques
Quality George III Mahogany Tall Boy
£ 3,300
Thakeham Furniture ltd
Fine Quality Regency Mahogany Waterfall Bookcase
£ 2,350
Thakeham Furniture ltd
Lovely Untouched Georgian Mahogany Lowboy
£ 1,500
Antique & Decorative
George III Small Tray Top Chest of Drawers
£ 820
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 18th Century Mahogany Bureau Bookcase
£ 975
Holmes Antiques
18th Century Mahogany Hepplewhite Chair
£ 650
London City Antiques
Original 18th Century Antique George III Quality Figured Mahogany Kettle Stand / Lamp Table
£ 3,200
Original 18th Century Antique George III Quality Figured Mahogany Kettle Stand / Lamp Table
£ 3,200
London City Antiques
Holmes Antiques
Fine Pair of 18th Century Mahogany Chippendale Chairs
£ 1,800
Holmes Antiques
Fine 18th Century Mahogany Secretaire Cabinet
£ 8,500
Holmes Antiques
Fine & Small 18th Century Mahogany Chest of Drawers
£ 2,600
Newark Antiques and Interiors Ltd
Wonderful 18th Century Mule Chest
£ 670
Walton House Antiques Ltd
18th Century Mahogany Boxwood Ebony Bedside Cupboard
£ 895
Georgian Antiques
Irish George III Mahogany Side Table / Hall Table
£ 1,450
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