Antique Set of Six Georgian Mahogany Hepplewhite Manner Tapestry Needlepoint Seat Dining Chairs
A graceful and authentic set of six Georgian mahogany dining chairs, circa 1780, crafted in the refined Hepplewhite manner. Each chair features an elegant pierced vase splat with softly serpentine top rail and square tapering legs united by stretchers, demonstrating the understated sophistication typical of late-18th-century English design. The rich, time-worn patina of the mahogany reflects over two centuries of careful use and admiration.
The drop-in seats are beautifully upholstered in hand-stitched floral needlepoint tapestry, displaying vibrant shades of rose, blue, ochre, and green with songbirds among flowers — a charming contrast to the simplicity of the frame. These needlepoint covers are period in character and bring a sense of domestic warmth, craftsmanship, and historic texture to the set. Each chair remains solid and stable, with comfortable proportions ideal for both dining and decorative use.
Perfect for a Georgian dining room, period townhouse, or country estate setting, this suite embodies the refinement and craftsmanship of the late 18th century. A fine example of English furniture design inspired by George Hepplewhite’s 1788 Cabinet Maker’s Guide, these chairs balance formality with grace — a timeless statement of classical taste.
Height: 958 mm
Height to seat: 460 mm
Width: 550 mm
Depth: 470 mm
2049
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A graceful and authentic set of six Georgian mahogany dining chairs, circa 1780, crafted in the refined Hepplewhite manner. Each chair features an elegant pierced vase splat with softly serpentine top rail and square tapering legs united by stretchers, demonstrating the understated sophistication typical of late-18th-century English design. The rich, time-worn patina of the mahogany reflects over two centuries of careful use and admiration.
The drop-in seats are beautifully upholstered in hand-stitched floral needlepoint tapestry, displaying vibrant shades of rose, blue, ochre, and green with songbirds among flowers — a charming contrast to the simplicity of the frame. These needlepoint covers are period in character and bring a sense of domestic warmth, craftsmanship, and historic texture to the set. Each chair remains solid and stable, with comfortable proportions ideal for both dining and decorative use.
Perfect for a Georgian dining room, period townhouse, or country estate setting, this suite embodies the refinement and craftsmanship of the late 18th century. A fine example of English furniture design inspired by George Hepplewhite’s 1788 Cabinet Maker’s Guide, these chairs balance formality with grace — a timeless statement of classical taste.
Height: 958 mm
Height to seat: 460 mm
Width: 550 mm
Depth: 470 mm
2049
