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Macintosh Antiques

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A William Morris Ebonised Beech Sussex Armchair to a Design by Philip Webb Circa 1880

Name: A William Morris Ebonised Beech Sussex Armchair to a Design by Philip Webb Circa 1880
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1217749
Price: 175 GBP
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

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Sold 19 June 2026 · Macintosh Antiques

This “William Morris Ebonised Beech Sussex Armchair to a Design by Philip Webb Circa 1880” found a buyer.

It was listed by Macintosh Antiques. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

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Description

MA4448

A William Morris ebonised beech Sussex Armchair to a design by Philip Webb circa 1880 with original finish and rush seat .

Size : 17 inches wide 18 inches deep 33.5 inches high

Date of Manufacture

Macintosh Antiques has dated this Ebonised Beech Sussex Chair to the 1880s.

Physical Dimensions

Height

80cm (31.50")

Width

43cm (16.93")

Depth

54cm (21.26")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1217749

Dealers Internal Reference

MA4448

Description

MA4448

A William Morris ebonised beech Sussex Armchair to a design by Philip Webb circa 1880 with original finish and rush seat .

Size : 17 inches wide 18 inches deep 33.5 inches high

Date of Manufacture

Macintosh Antiques has dated this Ebonised Beech Sussex Chair to the 1880s.

Physical Dimensions

Height

80cm (31.50")

Width

43cm (16.93")

Depth

54cm (21.26")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1217749

Dealers Internal Ref

MA4448

About the Dealer

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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An ebonised wooden armchair with a rush seat and a spindle back sits against a plain background.

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A William Morris Ebonised Beech Sussex Armchair to a Design by Philip Webb Circa 1880

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An ebonised wooden armchair with a rush seat and a spindle back sits against a plain background. View II

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Macintosh Antiques

Telephone 01935 815 827 or 07768 606 811

Location

The Courtyard
Newland
Sherborne
Dorset
DT9 3JG
United Kingdom

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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 legs, Rush seat
SizeH 80 cm (31 in) x W 43 cm (17 in) x D 54 cm (21 in)

FAQs

The Arts and Crafts movement emerged in the late 19th century as a reaction against industrialisation, championing traditional craftsmanship, simple forms, and natural materials.

These pieces typically feature native timbers such as beech, ash, or oak, often finished with ebonisation and paired with woven rush or cane seats.

Authentic pieces often show hand-turned components, traditional joinery without modern fasteners, and authentic wear patterns consistent with late 19th-century manufacturing techniques.

Its understated silhouette and dark finish allow it to complement minimalist spaces, neutral palettes, or eclectic historic schemes as an accent piece.

Maintain a stable indoor humidity level to prevent the natural fibres from drying out or becoming brittle, and clean gently with a soft, dry brush.