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William Morris Antique Sussex Chair by Rossetti
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William Morris Antique Sussex Chair by Rossetti

19th century
Sold 27 July 2025 · Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
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William Morris Antique Sussex Chair by Rossetti

A much rare model of a William Morris antique Arts and Crafts Sussex armchair, a design by his friend Dante Gabriel Rossetti. An ample model that is in such good condition and with a lovely circular traditionally rushed seat that still has the original bentwood facing strips around the edge. In very good strong condition and still in the original ebonised finish. Dates to around 1870. A beautiful example. Seat height is 44cm.

Dimensions

Height: 93cm (36.90")

Width: 55cm (21.83")

Depth: 48cm (19.05")

Date of Manufacture

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd has dated this William Morris Sussex Armchair to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
93cm (36.61")
Width
55cm (21.65")
Depth
48cm (18.90")
Reference Numbers
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SA1156424
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William Morris Antique Sussex Chair by Rossetti
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A much rare model of a William Morris antique Arts and Crafts Sussex armchair, a design by his friend Dante Gabriel Rossetti.
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd

An ample model that is in such good condition and with a lovely circular traditionally rushed seat that still has the original bentwood facing strips around the edge. In very good strong condition and still in the original ebonised finish. Dates to around 1870. A beautiful example. Seat height is 44cm.

Dimensions

Height: 93cm (36.90")

Width: 55cm (21.83")

Depth: 48cm (19.05")

Date of Manufacture

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd has dated this William Morris Sussex Armchair to the 19th Century.

Height
93cm (36.61")
Width
55cm (21.65")
Depth
48cm (18.90")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1156424
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2009

34 years in the antiques trade, miles is constantly sourcing interesting, original, mainly english antique furniture and accessories.

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd Profile Page

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Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Archive I An antique black painted wooden armchair featuring a rush seat and slender turned spindle back and armrests. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

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Archive II An antique black painted wooden armchair featuring a rush seat and slender turned spindle back and armrests. View II
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Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
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An antique black painted wooden armchair featuring a rush seat and slender turned spindle back and armrests.
William Morris Antique Sussex Chair by Rossetti
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An antique black painted wooden armchair featuring a rush seat and slender turned spindle back and armrests.
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  • ObjectArmchairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleArts and Crafts
  • MaterialBeech, Rush
  • ColourBlack
  • MotifsSpindle back, Turned legs, Rush seat, Armrests
  • SizeH 93 cm (37 in) x W 55 cm (22 in) x D 48 cm (19 in)

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The Sussex chair design was inspired by traditional country rush-seated chairs found in cottages, popularised by William Morris and his firm, Morris & Co., during the mid-to-late 19th century as part of the Arts and Crafts movement.

These chairs are typically constructed from turned hardwood, such as beech or ash, featuring ebonised or painted finishes, and hand-woven natural rush or straw seating secured to a lightweight frame.

Authentic pieces often exhibit age-related patina on the painted surface, traditional joinery without modern metal fasteners, consistent hand-woven rush patterns, and sometimes maker marks or stamps from Morris & Co. or associated manufacturers.

This piece works well as a versatile accent seat in a living room, study, or bedroom, pairing effectively with both contemporary minimalist decor and traditional rustic interiors to add historical texture.

Keep the chair away from direct sunlight and excessive humidity to prevent the natural rush from drying out or snapping, and dust gently with a soft, dry cloth without applying harsh chemical polishes.
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