Pair of Mahogany Hepplewhite Armchairs, Circa 1870, 19th Century with Horsehair Upholstery (Georgian, George III Style, Elbow Chairs, Carvers)

Pair of Late 19th-Century Mahogany Hepplewhite-Style Armchairs A very good pair of late 19th-century mahogany open armchairs in the Hepplewhite revival taste, dating to circa 1870–1885. Finely made and of substantial weight, each chair features an elegant oval back with crisply carved moulded frames and a pierced splat of interlaced, serpentine forms centred by a rosette. The sweeping arms are beautifully shaped with scrolled terminals, flowing into square, tapering front legs and slightly splayed rear supports, all united by H-stretchers for added strength. The seats are traditionally upholstered and covered in a high-quality dark blue horsehair fabric, finished with brass stud edging. The design, timber quality and workmanship place these firmly within the better class of 19th-century cabinetmaking, reflecting the enduring popularity of Hepplewhite’s neoclassical patterns during the Victorian period. Also in stock are a similar set of 6 dining chairs from the same cabinet maker, with similar details and matching upholstery.