Morris & Co. Arts and Crafts Beech Armchair with Morris Fabric Seat
£1,600
An Arts and Crafts beech armchair attributed to Morris & Co., the influential firm established by William Morris. The design combines architectural clarity with the firm’s hallmark craftsmanship, featuring a rectilinear frame and splayed back uprights that flow into gently curved arm supports. The square seat is upholstered in an original Morris & Co. printed fabric, likely Tulip and Willow or a closely related pattern, designed by William Morris in the 1870s. The contrast between the ebonised finish and the richly patterned textile exemplifies the Arts and Crafts ideal of uniting honest construction with artistic decoration. This piece reflects the enduring aesthetic of Morris & Co., where beauty was achieved through proportion, integrity, and the visible hand of the maker.
Width: 21.65 in (55 cm)
Depth: 18.5 in (47 cm)
1900-1909
