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.
Philip Hunt Antiques
Stunning William IV Mahogany and Rosewood Marquetry Centre Table
£ 3,250
Stunning William IV Mahogany and Rosewood Marquetry Centre Table
£ 3,250
Philip Hunt Antiques
Philip Hunt Antiques
Set of 6 Regency Period Rosewood Dining Chairs
£ 2,850
Beresford Antiques Ltd
C19th Ash and Elm Windsor Chair by Nicholson of Rockley
£ 425
Matthew Coles Antiques
Early Georgian Walnut Chest on Stand
£ 1,100
LT Antiques
William IV Mahogany Tea Table
£ 1,450
Old Painted Furniture
Late 18th Century Mahogany Gentleman's Wash / Wig Stand
£ 145
Georgian Antiques
George IV Rosewood Breakfast Table
£ 2,500
Graham Smith Antiques Ltd
Regency Gillows Design Tripod Table
£ 1,250
Old Painted Furniture
19th Century Painted Mahogany Bow Front Chest on Chest
£ 695
Lee Wright Antiques Ltd
18th Century George III Mahogany Cockpen Armchair
£ 2,800
Newark Antiques and Interiors Ltd
Rare George III Yew Corner Cabinet
£ 870
In a Nutshell Antiques & Interiors Ltd
18th Century Oak Coffer
£ 450
In a Nutshell Antiques & Interiors Ltd
Georgian Mahogany Chest of Drawers
£ 595
Tony Youll Antiques
18th Century Cabinet on Chest
£ 1,795
Georgian Antiques
Exhibition Quality Gillows of Lancaster Dining Table
£ 7,250
London City Antiques
Antique George III Quality Mahogany Card Table
£ 1,495
In a Nutshell Antiques & Interiors Ltd
Regency Mahogany Linen Press Cupboard
£ 995
Church Street Antiques
George III Mahogany Bow Fronted Chest of Drawers
£ 980
Rawlings Antiques
Pair of Georgian Mahogany Demi Lune Console Tables
£ 895
London City Antiques
Antique George III Quality Mahogany Knee Hole Desk
£ 2,250
Martlesham Antiques
Superb Quality 18th Century Mahogany Chest of Drawers
£ 2,850
Philip Hunt Antiques
Regency Mahogany Bow Chest of Drawers
£ 865
Whites Antiques
Regency Gentleman’s Adjustable Shaving Stand Vanity Mirror
£ 1,650
Georgian Antiques
George IV Mahogany Combination Wardrobe / Chest
£ 3,250
Rams Head Antiques
George IV Mahogany Pembroke Table Gillows
£ 685
Georgian Antiques
Quality Brass Regency Mahogany Pier Cabinet with Brass Grill Door
£ 1,290
Whites Antiques
Set of 4 Original Painted Cane Seated Regency Chairs
£ 1,095
London City Antiques
Antique 18th Century George III Quality Oak Dresser Base with Original Brass Handle & Escutcheons
£ 3,450
Antique 18th Century George III Quality Oak Dresser Base with Original Brass Handle & Escutcheons
£ 3,450
London City Antiques
Millers Antiques
Pair Georgian Wine Tables
£ 1,250
London City Antiques
Outstanding Quality Antique William IV Circular Rosewood Centre Table
£ 4,850
Outstanding Quality Antique William IV Circular Rosewood Centre Table
£ 4,850
London City Antiques
Millers Antiques
Plain Georgian Armchair
£ 475
London City Antiques
Antique George III Quality Mahogany Bureau Bookcase
£ 2,950
London City Antiques
Antique Regency Quality Mahogany Desk Chair
£ 945
Matthew Coles Antiques
Georgian Box Settle
£ 850
Matthew Coles Antiques
Georgian Serpentine Card Table
£ 175
Marylebone Antiques
Antique George III Period Mahogany Tilt Top Table
£ 650
Hingstons Antiques
Set of 6 William IV Bar Back Dining Chairs
£ 895
Salisbury Antiques Centre
Walnut Chest on Chest
£ 3,400
LT Antiques
Mahogany & Leather Armchair c.1825
£ 1,650
London City Antiques
Unusual Antique Quality William IV Leather & Mahogany Library Chair
£ 1,885
Unusual Antique Quality William IV Leather & Mahogany Library Chair
£ 1,885
London City Antiques
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