Name: A Sussex Style Arts and Crafts Chair Similar to the Ford Maddox Brown Type, C.1860's
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1131800
Price: 175 GBP
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

Sold by Jeckyll & Co

Sold 2 April 2025 · Jeckyll & Co

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Description

However unusuallly this example has acanthus and foliate motifs painted in gilt.

87.5cm high x 47cm wide x 43cm deep

Structurally sound, some wear to the paint, some spots to the velvet upholstery, formerly with rush seat.

Please let me know if you require more details. Reliable transport throughout the UK can be easily arranged at cost price.

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Date of Manufacture

Jeckyll & Co has dated this Sussex Arts and Crafts Chair to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

87.5cm (34.45")

Width

47cm (18.50")

Depth

43cm (16.93")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1131800

Description

However unusuallly this example has acanthus and foliate motifs painted in gilt.

87.5cm high x 47cm wide x 43cm deep

“

Structurally sound, some wear to the paint, some spots to the velvet upholstery, formerly with rush seat.

Jeckyll & Co

Please let me know if you require more details. Reliable transport throughout the UK can be easily arranged at cost price.

For news and stock updates follow us on instagram: jeckyllandco

Date of Manufacture

Jeckyll & Co has dated this Sussex Arts and Crafts Chair to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

87.5cm (34.45")

Width

47cm (18.50")

Depth

43cm (16.93")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1131800

About the Dealer

Jeckyll & Co

Sellingantiques verified Since May 2022

Instagram: jeckyllandco

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United Kingdom

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Verified Since May 2022

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ObjectDining Chairs
Period19th century
StyleArts and Crafts
MaterialBeech, Ash, Upholstery
ColourBlack
MotifsSpindle back, Turned legs, H-stretchers
SizeH 87.5 cm (34 in) x W 47 cm (19 in) x D 43 cm (17 in)

FAQs

The Sussex chair was inspired by traditional vernacular seating found in country cottages and popularised by designers associated with the Arts and Crafts movement, including Ford Madox Brown and William Morris, during the mid-to-late nineteenth century.

These pieces were typically constructed from turned local hardwoods such as beech or ash, finished with an ebonised or painted surface, and traditionally featured woven rush, cane, or upholstered pad seats.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit traditional joined construction methods, hand-turned components, age-related wear to the painted surface, and construction characteristics consistent with nineteenth-century workshop production.

This type of chair works well as a versatile occasional piece, contrasting effectively against modern minimalist dining tables or serving as a characterful accent in a study or hallway.

Preserve the original finish by avoiding direct sunlight, keeping the item away from extreme temperature fluctuations, and cleaning only with a soft, dry cloth without harsh chemical polishes.