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Antique Sussex Chair
The Ark Stores
for sale €398     $432
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Antique Sussex Chair

19th century
For Sale by The Ark Stores
Description

An antique Sussex chair

Faux bamboo ash wood frame

Repaired rush seat

Early 19th century

Some old rot to the bottom of the back legs

Physical Dimensions
Height
85cm (33.46")
Width
55cm (21.65")
Depth
45cm (17.72")
Declaration

The Ark Stores has dated this Antique Sussex Armchair to the 19th Century.

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SA1229360
Description
An antique Sussex chair

Faux bamboo ash wood frame

Repaired rush seat

Early 19th century

Some old rot to the bottom of the back legs

Height
85cm (33.46")
Width
55cm (21.65")
Depth
45cm (17.72")
Date of Manufacture

The Ark Stores has dated this Antique Sussex Armchair to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1229360
The Ark Stores
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2016
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The Ark Stores
Telephone 01428 641817
Location
Town Car Park
Haslemere
Surrey
GU27 2HG
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/ark
Verified Since Jun 2016
Items For Sale 53
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An antique turned wooden armchair with faux-bamboo detailing and a dark woven rush seat.
Antique Sussex Chair
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Sussex chairs originate from traditional nineteenth-century Sussex country furniture and were popularised by Morris & Co. during the Arts and Crafts movement. The design prioritised light construction, turned spindles, and woven rush seats as a reaction against heavy Victorian industrial manufacturing.

These chairs are typically constructed using lightweight hardwoods such as ash or beech, often turned to mimic bamboo or simple spindles. The seats are hand-woven from natural marsh rush or straw.

Authentic pieces feature traditional mortise and tenon joinery, subtle variations in turned wooden elements, and authentic wear around the lower stretcher bars. The hand-woven rush seat often exhibits natural colour variation and age-related patination.

Place the chair in a reading corner or hallway to add organic texture and geometric spindle lines. The natural warm tones pair effectively alongside neutral linen upholstery and contemporary minimalist decor.

Keep the wood and rush away from direct heat sources and excessive moisture to prevent drying or warping. Vacuum the rush seat gently with a soft brush attachment and condition the wood frame periodically with natural beeswax.
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