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H.w. Batley Aesthetic Movement Chair

19th century
Sold 14 April 2025 · William Carr Antiques
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Description

A fine aesthetic movement chair, the design of which is attributed to Henry William Batley and most likely manufactured by Collinson & Lock, London, C.1876

Beautifully crafted from walnut and raised on turned tapering forelegs.

The traditionally upholstered seat appears to be original, with imperfections.

A closely related chair was exhibited at the Philadelphia exhibition of 1876 by Collinson & Lock.

Seat Height: 43cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
86cm (33.86")
Width
42cm (16.54")
Depth
52cm (20.47")
Declaration

William Carr Antiques has dated this Aesthetic Movement Wooden Chair to the 19th Century.

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Description
A fine aesthetic movement chair, the design of which is attributed to Henry William Batley and most likely manufactured by Collinson & Lock, London, C.1876

Beautifully crafted from walnut and raised on turned tapering forelegs.

The traditionally upholstered seat appears to be original, with imperfections.

A closely related chair was exhibited at the Philadelphia exhibition of 1876 by Collinson & Lock.

Seat Height: 43cm

Height
86cm (33.86")
Width
42cm (16.54")
Depth
52cm (20.47")
Date of Manufacture

William Carr Antiques has dated this Aesthetic Movement Wooden Chair to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1077482
William Carr Antiques
William Carr Antiques
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Lover of all things interesting and extraordinary. Furniture - folk art - english country house.

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Archive I An antique wooden side chair featuring a spindle-back design and a faded brown upholstered seat. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

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William Carr Antiques

William Carr Antiques
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Durham
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/chairfinder
Verified Since Feb 2022
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An antique wooden side chair featuring a spindle-back design and a faded brown upholstered seat.
H.W. Batley Aesthetic Movement Chair
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An antique wooden side chair featuring a spindle-back design and a faded brown upholstered seat.
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  • ObjectSide Chairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleAesthetic Movement
  • MaterialWalnut, Velvet
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsSpindle gallery, Turned uprights, Horizontal slat back, H-stretcher base
  • SizeH 86 cm (34 in) x W 42 cm (17 in) x D 52 cm (20 in)

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The Aesthetic Movement emerged in the late 19th century under the banner of art for arts sake, rejecting heavy Victorian ornamentation in favour of simpler lines, often drawing inspiration from Japanese design principles.

Craftsmen typically utilised dense hardwoods such as mahogany, walnut, or ebonised fruitwoods, frequently paired with upholstered drop-in seats covered in textured fabrics like velvet or mohair.

Authenticity is generally identified through traditional joinery techniques, characteristic spindle turnings, subtle incised linear detailing, and occasionally makers stamps or design registration marks underneath the frame.

Pairing historical wooden seating with clean-lined modern furniture creates a balanced, eclectic contrast that highlights the sculptural qualities of the antique piece.

Maintain the timber by dusting with a dry microfibre cloth and occasionally applying traditional beeswax to nourish the wood, while protecting upholstered elements from direct sunlight and excessive moisture.
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