A sculptural collector’s piece where craftsmanship meets artistry.
A striking and very uncommon “Art Nouveau | Arts and Crafts” armchair, distinguished by its higher, open backrest, elegant arm supports, and beautifully organic detailing throughout.
The gently curved vertical struts are enriched with inlaid foliate rondels, lending the chair a refined decorative quality rooted in nature inspired design.
The serpentine seat has been newly upholstered in a luxury Hertex fabric, introducing a sophisticated contemporary layer to the piece.
Raised on square section legs, with subtle block feet, the chair balances decorative detail with structural confidence. Importantly, the original maker’s mark remains intact, further supporting its authenticity and collectability.
Even the most contemporary home benefits from a piece with story, warmth, and soul.
Manufactured by “James Shoolbred & Co.” (Jas Shoolbred), one of Britain’s earliest and most respected furniture houses, established in the 1820s at Tottenham Court Road, London. By the late 19th century, the company became renowned for producing high quality furniture of their own design, often blending classical refinement with the craftsmanship and artistic principles of the Arts and Crafts and emerging Art Nouveau movements.
Condition:
Restored where needed, with care taken not to over restore a one off piece of this period, allowing its authenticity and history to remain intact. Structurally sound, the mahogany has been carefully revived to enhance its natural depth and warmth. Newly upholstered in a luxury Hertex fabric. Light age related patina remains, consistent with its vintage origin and adding to the character and story of the piece.
Dimensions:
55.5cm W x 51cm D x 100cm H
Seat height 43cm H
Shipping Information:
If you are purchasing an item and you are based in Cape Town, Durban, or any area outside Gauteng, please select the 'LOCAL PICK-UP' option at check-out and do not choose a shipment option.
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After your purchase is complete, you are welcome to arrange your own method of transport. If you require our assistance, we can help you obtain a shipping quote based on the dimensions & volumetric weight of the item(s) you have bought.
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Note/Disclaimer:
Our images form part of the item description. While we make every effort to restore our furniture to its original state, most pieces date from the 1950s to the late 1970s. As a result, and despite restoration, signs of their vintage nature and previous life may still be visible. Light traces of restoration may remain visible, consistent with authentic vintage furniture. In some cases, minor adjustments may also have been made during the restoration process to ensure the piece remains functional and usable. We will point out any notable aspects where possible. We encourage in-store viewing or careful review of photographs before purchase.
Transport & Handling Note:
All items are carefully wrapped and prepared for transport by us (not the courier) to ensure safe handling. Once items leave our premises, we cannot take responsibility for their treatment by third-party transporters. We strongly recommend arranging goods-in-transit insurance for comprehensive protection.
Due to the fragility of glass, we do not recommend shipping glass items outside of Gauteng.
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