Pair of Antique Irish Wing chairs – Circa 1880
This rare and elegant pair of antique Irish wing chairs, dating to circa 1880, offers a superb combination of historic character and luxurious comfort. Upholstered in hand-dyed, antiqued leather, and set on richly carved mahogany hairy-claw legs, they embody the fine craftsmanship of late 19th-century Irish design. The warm patina and classic lines make them ideal for traditional interiors, libraries, or refined sitting rooms.
Key Features:
• Authentic antiques from circa 1880
• Traditional Irish form with tall winged backs and scrolled arms
• Solid mahogany legs, hand-carved with classic ball-and-claw feet
• Upholstered in fine, hand-dyed leather hide, carefully antiqued for a deep, rich patina
• Brass nailhead trim applied by hand
• Generously cushioned for exceptional comfort
Ideal For:
• Heritage homes or period interiors
• Libraries, studies, or reading rooms
• Collectors or decorators seeking antique seating
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This pair of antique Irish wingchairs carries the Hingstons Antiques product guarantee plate which gives you the peace of mind that any item with this plate, is of the quality and condition expected when purchasing from Hingstons Antiques Limited. All our goods are individually selected by Nick Hingston who uses his experience of over 45 years of trading to select the items with the best design and condition suitable to be placed into our quality stock.
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We spend time choosing the best product, an antique item that must meet the strict criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock.
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measurements
Height:
107 cm
Width:
960 mm
Depth:
92 cm
Width (across arms): 96cm / 34"
Seat Height (cushions plumped): 59cm / 23"
Measurements are as accurate as possible
measurements
declaration
Hingstons Antiques has clarified that the Pair of Antique Irish Wing Chairs (LA536958) is genuinely of the period declared with the date/period of manufacture being c.1880