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A Pair of Edwardian Orkney Chairs Circa 1910 by David Kirkness

Name: A Pair of Edwardian Orkney Chairs Circa 1910 by David Kirkness
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1194386
Price: 2200 GBP
Availability: SoldOut

1900 - 1920

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Sold 8 February 2026 · Macintosh Antiques

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Description

A pair of Edwardian Orkney chairs circa 1910 by David Kirkness.

Size : 21 inches wide, 15 inches deep 32 inches high

Date of Manufacture

Macintosh Antiques has dated these Edwardian Orkney Armchairs to the 1910s.

Physical Dimensions

Height

81cm (31.89")

Width

53cm (20.87")

Depth

38cm (14.96")

Reference Numbers

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SA1194386

Dealers Internal Reference

MA4346

Description

A pair of Edwardian Orkney chairs circa 1910 by David Kirkness.

Size : 21 inches wide, 15 inches deep 32 inches high

Date of Manufacture

Macintosh Antiques has dated these Edwardian Orkney Armchairs to the 1910s.

Physical Dimensions

Height

81cm (31.89")

Width

53cm (20.87")

Depth

38cm (14.96")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1194386

Dealers Internal Ref

MA4346

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Macintosh Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2011

Dealers in 17th to 20th country house furniture lighting mirrors and accessories including the arts and crafts movement

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A pair of Edwardian wooden armchairs featuring high, curved woven straw backrests and dark wooden seats.

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Telephone 01935 815 827 or 07768 606 811

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The Courtyard
Newland
Sherborne
Dorset
DT9 3JG
United Kingdom

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ObjectArmchairs
Period1900 - 1920
StyleArts and Crafts
MaterialWood, Oat Straw
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsWoven straw hood, Pegged wooden frame, Solid timber seat, Straight armrests
SizeH 81 cm (32 in) x W 53 cm (21 in) x D 38 cm (15 in)

FAQs

Authentic Edwardian Orkney chairs are characterised by their distinctive high curved backs woven from oat straw, pegged wooden frames typically made from driftwood or native timber, and low wooden seats.

Traditional Orkney chairs are constructed using local materials, featuring frames of native wood such as beech, elm, or drift timber, combined with tightly woven oat straw secured with split bents or cord.

Genuine pieces often feature specific craftsmanship markers such as pegged joinery, meticulous hand-woven straw hoods, and occasional maker stamps or paper labels underneath the wooden seat frame.

These sculptural armchairs act as statement focal points; pair them with minimalist contemporary furniture or neutral colour palettes to highlight their rich textures and historic craftsmanship.

Preserve straw and rush elements by keeping them away from direct sunlight, maintaining stable indoor humidity to prevent brittleness, and gently dusting the woven sections with a soft brush.