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Pair of William Morris Antique Side Chairs
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Pair of William Morris Antique Side Chairs

19th century
Sold 4 August 2025 · Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
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Pair of William Morris Antique Side Chairs

A good solid pair of English 19th century antique Arts & Crafts side chairs by William Morris around 1870. They are both in excellent condition, still in the original ebonised finish and with traditional rushed seats. The are slightly oblong in shape which gives a larger seat area, the seats are 43cm high.

Dimensions

Height: 71cm (28.17")

Width: 58cm (23.02")

Depth: 53cm (21.03")

Date of Manufacture

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd has dated this Antique Corner Chair to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
71cm (27.95")
Width
58cm (22.83")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Reference Numbers
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SA1134001
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Pair of William Morris Antique Side Chairs
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A good solid pair of English 19th century antique Arts & Crafts side chairs by William Morris around 1870.
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd

They are both in excellent condition, still in the original ebonised finish and with traditional rushed seats. The are slightly oblong in shape which gives a larger seat area, the seats are 43cm high.

Dimensions

Height: 71cm (28.17")

Width: 58cm (23.02")

Depth: 53cm (21.03")

Date of Manufacture

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd has dated this Antique Corner Chair to the 19th Century.

Height
71cm (27.95")
Width
58cm (22.83")
Depth
53cm (20.87")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1134001
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2009

34 years in the antiques trade, miles is constantly sourcing interesting, original, mainly english antique furniture and accessories.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd Profile Page

Trade Associations

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Archive I A pair of antique ebonised wooden corner chairs featuring spindle backs and woven rush seats, shown against a neutral grey studio background. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Pair of William Morris Antique Side Chairs

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Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Telephone 01524 241716
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North Yorkshire
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/mga
Verified Since May 2009
Items For Sale 163
Items Sold 10,744
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
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A pair of antique ebonised wooden corner chairs featuring spindle backs and woven rush seats, shown against a neutral grey studio background.
Pair of William Morris Antique Side Chairs
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A pair of antique ebonised wooden corner chairs featuring spindle backs and woven rush seats, shown against a neutral grey studio background.
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  • ObjectDining Chairs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleArts and Crafts
  • MaterialBeech, Rush
  • ColourBlack
  • MotifsSpindle back, Turned uprights, Woven rush seat, Ebonised finish
  • SizeH 71 cm (28 in) x W 58 cm (23 in) x D 53 cm (21 in)

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The Arts and Crafts movement emerged in the late 19th century as a reaction against mass production, favouring traditional craftsmanship, honest construction, and simple, functional forms inspired by medieval and vernacular traditions.

These pieces typically utilise native hardwoods such as beech, ash, or oak, often ebonised or stained to resemble more costly materials, combined with woven rush or cane seats crafted by hand.

Authentic items feature traditional joinery such as mortise and tenon, hand-turned spindles, natural wear patterns on the ebonised finish, and traditional hand-twisted rush seating rather than synthetic cord.

An antique corner chair functions effectively as a sculptural accent piece in a study, hallway, or living room corner, pairing well with contemporary minimalist furnishings to provide historic contrast and texture.

Preservation involves maintaining stable indoor humidity levels to prevent the wood from splitting and the natural rush seating from becoming brittle, cleaning only with a dry or slightly damp lint-free cloth, and avoiding direct sunlight.
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