An incredibly stylish chair, redolent of the Arts & Crafts movement, in solid English oak. The thickly cut dished seat is supported on inversely tapering square-section legs with chamfered corners. There are seven hexagonal faceted spindles surmounted by a dished top-rail back support. It retains its original finish with a most attractive warm colour and patination. It is of small scale, with the seat measuring only 33.5cms off the ground. It is English, c.1920.

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Physical Dimensions

Height

80cm (31.50")

Width

33.5cm (13.19")

Depth

36cm (14.17")

Declaration

Waterfall Antiques has dated this Arts Crafts Oak Chair to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA651992

Dealers Internal Reference

N15

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An incredibly stylish chair, redolent of the Arts & Crafts movement, in solid English oak.

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The thickly cut dished seat is supported on inversely tapering square-section legs with chamfered corners.

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There are seven hexagonal faceted spindles surmounted by a dished top-rail back support. It retains its original finish with a most attractive warm colour and patination. It is of small scale, with the seat measuring only 33.5cms off the ground. It is English, c.1920.

Physical Dimensions

Height

80cm (31.50")

Width

33.5cm (13.19")

Depth

36cm (14.17")

Date of Manufacture

Waterfall Antiques has dated this Arts Crafts Oak Chair to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA651992

Dealers Internal Ref

N15

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Arts and Crafts furniture is defined by its focus on traditional handcraftsmanship, simple geometric forms, and minimal surface ornamentation. Arising in the late nineteenth century as a movement against mass industrial production, it emphasises exposed joinery and high-quality natural hardwoods.

Solid hardwoods, particularly English oak, were the predominant choice due to their strength and prominent grain patterns. Construction typically featured traditional mortise and tenon joints, hand-turned spindles, and simple clear wax or dark stain finishes.

Authentic pieces feature robust solid wood construction without modern veneer or hidden composition board. Look for functional structural elements like pegged joints, straight or subtly tapered spindle backs, and unadorned silhouettes.

Place a single chair as an accent piece in a hallway, bedroom alcove, or alongside a simple writing desk. The rich timber tones contrast effectively with neutral walls and contemporary textiles.

Regularly dust the surface using a clean, dry microfibre cloth to prevent dirt build-up. Apply a thin layer of natural beeswax polish once or twice a year to maintain moisture in the timber, avoiding direct sunlight and radiator heat sources.

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