Sold 12 September 2024 · William Carr Antiques

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Description

A charming Morris & Co ‘Sussex’ armchair, designed by Philip Webb, C.1870.

Constructed from ash, In original ebonised finish. With original rushed seat in good order.

Structurally very good, with period bracket to rear leg.

Seat Height: 45cm

Physical Dimensions

Height

85cm (33.46")

Width

54cm (21.26")

Depth

44cm (17.32")

Declaration

William Carr Antiques has dated this Morris and Co Armchair to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1083919

Description

A charming Morris & Co ‘Sussex’ armchair, designed by Philip Webb, C.1870.

Constructed from ash, In original ebonised finish. With original rushed seat in good order.

Structurally very good, with period bracket to rear leg.

Seat Height: 45cm

Physical Dimensions

Height

85cm (33.46")

Width

54cm (21.26")

Depth

44cm (17.32")

Date of Manufacture

William Carr Antiques has dated this Morris and Co Armchair to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1083919

About the Dealer

William Carr Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2022

Lover of all things interesting and extraordinary. Furniture - folk art - english country house.

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William Carr Antiques

Telephone 07958 023028

Location

Durham
United Kingdom

Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/chairfinder

Verified Since Feb 2022

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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectArmchairs
Period19th century
StyleArts and Crafts
MaterialBeech, Rush
ColourBlack
MotifsSpindle back, Turned uprights, Woven rush seat, Curved armrests
SizeH 85 cm (33 in) x W 54 cm (21 in) x D 44 cm (17 in)

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The Arts and Crafts movement emerged in Britain during the late 19th century as a reaction against industrial manufacturing, promoting traditional craftsmanship, simple forms, and natural materials inspired by medieval guilds.

Authentic period chairs of this design were typically crafted from native hardwoods such as beech or ash, often ebonised or stained to resemble more expensive materials, and fitted with hand-woven rush seating.

Authentication relies on examining joinery techniques, wood patination, maker stamps or paper labels where present, and the consistency of hand-twisted rush work on the seat.

These pieces provide textural contrast and historical grounding, working effectively as accent seating in contemporary living rooms, studies, or minimalist bedrooms to add warmth and character.

Preservation requires maintaining stable indoor humidity levels, avoiding direct sunlight to prevent wood and rush degradation, and cleaning gently with a dry or barely damp cloth without harsh chemical polishes.