Name: Attributed to Philip Speakman Webb (1832-1915) a Sussex Chair Made by Morris & Co., Probably Late 19th Century
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1148974
Price: 275 GBP
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

Sold by Jeckyll & Co

Sold 22 November 2025 · Jeckyll & Co

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Description

A classic chair by Morris & Co.

Turned and ebonised beech frame with rush seat.

Very nice example in immaculate condition

As ever reliable transport can be easily arranged at cost price. Please let me know if you have any questions.

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Date of Manufacture

Jeckyll & Co has dated this Antique Sussex Chair to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

84.5cm (33.27")

Width

42cm (16.54")

Depth

40cm (15.75")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1148974

Description

A classic chair by Morris & Co.

Turned and ebonised beech frame with rush seat.

Very nice example in immaculate condition

As ever reliable transport can be easily arranged at cost price. Please let me know if you have any questions.

For news and stock updates follow us on Instagram: jeckyllandco

Date of Manufacture

Jeckyll & Co has dated this Antique Sussex Chair to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

84.5cm (33.27")

Width

42cm (16.54")

Depth

40cm (15.75")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1148974

About the Dealer

Jeckyll & Co

Sellingantiques verified Since May 2022

Instagram: jeckyllandco

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An antique black painted ebonised wooden chair featuring a rush weave seat and spindle back design.

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Telephone 07735 072466

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Edinburgh
United Kingdom

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ObjectDining Chairs
Period19th century
StyleArts and Crafts
MaterialBeech, Rush
ColourBlack
MotifsSpindle back, Ladder back, Turned legs, Rush weave seat
SizeH 84.5 cm (33 in) x W 42 cm (17 in) x D 40 cm (16 in)

FAQs

The Arts and Crafts movement emerged in Britain during the mid-to-late 19th century, promoting traditional craftsmanship, simplicity of form, and the revival of vernacular furniture types like the Sussex chair.

These pieces typically feature lightweight turned wood frames, often ebonised or painted black, combined with woven rush or cane seats constructed using traditional joinery techniques without excessive ornamentation.

Authentication involves examining the wood species, the consistency of the hand-turned spindles, the ageing and wear of the rush seat, and occasionally makers stamps or paper labels associated with workshops like Morris & Co.

The minimalist silhouette and dark finish allow these chairs to function as versatile seating around contemporary dining tables or as accent pieces in neutral, textured living spaces.

Preservation requires maintaining stable indoor humidity levels to prevent the rush seating from drying out and snapping, alongside dusting with a dry cloth and avoiding harsh chemical polishes on painted or ebonised surfaces.