Sold 14 April 2025 · William Carr Antiques

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Description

A lovely example of a nineteenth century ‘Sussex’ type country armchair.

Retaining its original ebonised finish with attractive patina and wear throughout.

Constructed from ash, raised on turned tapering forelegs, with rush seat.

Structurally sound.

Seat Height: 45cm

Physical Dimensions

Height

84cm (33.07")

Width

55cm (21.65")

Depth

49cm (19.29")

Declaration

William Carr Antiques has dated this Antique Sussex Armchair to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1111850

Description

A lovely example of a nineteenth century ‘Sussex’ type country armchair.

Retaining its original ebonised finish with attractive patina and wear throughout.

Constructed from ash, raised on turned tapering forelegs, with rush seat.

Structurally sound.

Seat Height: 45cm

Physical Dimensions

Height

84cm (33.07")

Width

55cm (21.65")

Depth

49cm (19.29")

Date of Manufacture

William Carr Antiques has dated this Antique Sussex Armchair to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1111850

About the Dealer

William Carr Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2022

Lover of all things interesting and extraordinary. Furniture - folk art - english country house.

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William Carr Antiques

Telephone 07958 023028

Location

Durham
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, Ash, Rush
ColourBlack
MotifsSpindle back, Turned legs, Rush seat, Ebonised finish
SizeH 84 cm (33 in) x W 55 cm (22 in) x D 49 cm (19 in)

FAQs

The Sussex chair design was inspired by traditional rural ladder-back seating found in 19th-century cottages and popularised by the Arts and Crafts movement, notably associated with Morris & Co.

These chairs are typically constructed from turned hardwood, such as beech or ash, featuring ebonised or painted finishes and traditional hand-woven rush or seagrass seating.

Authenticity is identified through traditional joinery, handmade rush weaving patterns, subtle lathe turning variations, and appropriate surface wear consistent with age.

This piece works well as an accent chair in a living room, bedroom, or home office, contrasting clean modern lines with historic craftsmanship.

Preserve the finish by dusting with a soft, dry cloth and avoiding direct sunlight and excessive humidity to protect the delicate rush seat and wooden frame.