Liberty & Co. On Sale
Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Hardwood
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Wardrobes and Armoires
Hardwood
Antique Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Decorative Bowls
Pewter
Antique Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Decorative Dishes and Vide-P...
Pewter
Antique Early 1900s American American Classical Side Chairs
Wood
20th Century British Side Tables
Hardwood
20th Century British Side Tables
Oak
Antique Early 1900s Italian Folk Art Side Tables
Wood
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Armchairs
Wood
Antique 1880s English Victorian Chaise Longues
Fabric, Walnut
Antique 19th Century Chinese Modern Paintings and Screens
Paint
Early 20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver
Silver Plate
Early 20th Century English Tabriz Caucasian Rugs
Wool
Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Tea Sets
Pewter
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20th Century English Arts and Crafts Benches
Oak
Antique Early 1900s Japanese Edwardian Side Tables
Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary American American Classical Beds and Bed F...
Wood
Antique 19th Century Persian Sultanabad Persian Rugs
Wool
Vintage 1920s English Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak, Mahogany
Antique 17th Century Italian Baroque Bookcases
Spruce
21st Century and Contemporary English Arts and Crafts Pillows and Throws
Cotton, Fabric, Velvet
Antique Late 19th Century Scottish Georgian Cabinets
Walnut, Hardwood, Paper
Antique Early 1900s French French Provincial Wardrobes and Armoires
Mirror, Birdseye Maple, Cherry
Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Vintage 1960s French Scandinavian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
Antique Early 1900s British Arts and Crafts Chaise Longues
Fabric, Velvet, Wood
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Cabinets
Oak
Antique Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Stools
Leather, Oak
Antique Early 1900s Japanese Edwardian Side Tables
Hardwood
20th Century British Arts and Crafts Chairs
Rush, Oak
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Mid-20th Century British Art Deco Footstools
Leather
Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Decorative Bowls
Pewter
Antique Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Inkwells
Pewter
Antique Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Serving Bowls
Pewter
Early 20th Century British Art Nouveau Platters and Serveware
Pewter, Enamel
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Armchairs
Rush
Antique 1890s English Moorish Side Chairs
Walnut
Antique Early 1900s English Anglo-Japanese Planters and Jardinieres
Mahogany
Antique Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Wall Mirrors
Copper
20th Century English Arts and Crafts Dining Room Chairs
Oak
Antique Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Collectible Jewelry
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Antique Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Inkwells
Pewter
20th Century British Arts and Crafts Dining Room Chairs
Mahogany
20th Century Victorian Sofas
Fabric
Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Barware
Pewter
Early 20th Century English Sterling Silver
Enamel, Sterling Silver
Antique Early 1900s Great Britain (UK) Arts and Crafts Cabinets
Oak
Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Platters and Serveware
Pewter
Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Decorative Boxes
Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Bookcases
20th Century English Arts and Crafts Pillows and Throws
Linen, Silk
Antique Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century British Art Nouveau Decorative Baskets
Pewter
Late 20th Century British Trunks and Luggage
Brass
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Long before Liberty became one of London’s most iconic luxury department stores, shoppers of the late 19th century knew it as Liberty & Co. — purveyors of fine silverware designed in the Art Nouveau style, Arts and Crafts-style furniture and an eclectic assortment of ornaments, fabrics, fashion and other goods from around the world.
British merchant Arthur Lasenby Liberty founded Liberty & Co. in 1875. Liberty dreamed of selling an assortment of fine wares he obtained in the Far East from a ship docked in the middle of one of London’s busiest shopping thoroughfares. However, he could only manage to borrow £2,000 from his father-in-law, so he settled for a small shop on Regent Street.
What began as a modest business grew exponentially over the next few years, and, by 1890, Liberty & Co. occupied most of Regent Street. Meanwhile, Liberty forged relationships with many British Art Nouveau artists and designers who were keen to work with one of the most prestigious retailers in London.
In 1899, Liberty & Co. hosted an exhibition showcasing a collection of silver pieces designed by notable silversmiths like Oliver Barker, Albert Edward Jones and Bernard Cuzner. A line of silverware called Cymric also debuted and was produced in partnership with silversmith W. H. Haseler of Birmingham and Liberty & Co.’s chief designer, Manx artist Archibald Knox. The innovative Cymric collection featured a blend of Art Nouveau with traditional Celtic style, including such pieces as candlesticks, spoons, bowls, tableware and jewelry.
Liberty & Co. also had a furniture workshop in Archway, London, run by Lawrence Turner and which employed carpenters to produce handcrafted, Arts and Crafts-style armchairs, stools, bookcases, cabinets, side tables and other furniture. Most of these high-quality and durable pieces were made of solid wood such as oak, mahogany and walnut. In addition to their own in-house creations, Liberty & Co. also sold furniture by other designers, including chairs by German architect Richard Riemerschmid.
Liberty died in 1917, and Liberty & Co. became Liberty of London after relocating to their iconic location on Great Marlborough Street in 1924. Ironically, the imposing Tudor Revival building is constructed from the timbers of two decommissioned British Navy ships — realizing Liberty’s original “ship-store” dream.
On 1stDibs, discover a range of antique and vintage Liberty & Co. serveware, seating and decorative objects.