English Hepplewhite Shield Back Armchairs, 1890s, Set of 2

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Pair of English Hepplewhite "Shield Back" Mahogany Armchairs – 19th/20th Century

Elegant pair of English Hepplewhite-style "Shield Back" armchairs, crafted … Read more Pair of English Hepplewhite "Shield Back" Mahogany Armchairs – 19th/20th Century

Elegant pair of English Hepplewhite-style "Shield Back" armchairs, crafted from mahogany and dating back to the late 19th/early 20th century.
The overall condition is excellent: both seats have been newly refinished, ensuring comfort and trouble-free daily use.

Their refined aesthetic and distinctive shield-back design make them perfect as lounge chairs, tea chairs, or to accompany a coffee table. They are furnishing elements capable of lending style and elegance to any space, while maintaining a solid and reliable structure.

Style Notes – George Hepplewhite
George Hepplewhite is considered, along with Sheraton and Chippendale, one of the three great masters of 18th-century English cabinetmaking. His style represents a refined reinterpretation of the neoclassicism promoted by the Adam brothers, distinguished by harmonious proportions and a focus on functionality.
Among his most famous creations are the chairs with shaped legs and oval or shield-shaped backrests, made primarily of mahogany and satiné. See less