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19th Century 'Sussex Chair' designed by Philip Webb for William Morris & co.
By William Morris (English)
Located in London, GB
. and continuously produced by Morris & Co. until the twentieth century.
The name ‘Sussex’ chair can be
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Arts and Crafts Chairs
Materials
Rush, Ash
H 19.69 in W 21.26 in D 17.33 in
EIGHT ORIGINAL ANTIQUE ViCTORIAN WILLIAM MORRIS PHILIP WEBB SUSSEX DINING CHAIRS
By William Morris (English)
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
collectable suite of eight original William Morris, Philip Webb, Rush seat Sussex chairs circa 1870-1880 as
Category
Antique 1870s English High Victorian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rush, Rope, Beech
H 33.86 in W 21.26 in D 19.3 in
Antique Arts & Crafts Metamorphic Library Steps William Morris Carpet Upholstery
By William Morris (English)
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
steps chair in oak with William Morris Carpet steps
A very charming and highly collectable piece
Category
Antique 1880s English Arts and Crafts Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
H 34.26 in W 16.93 in D 17.13 in
Morris Armchair, Arts & Crafts, United Kingdom, Circa 1900
By William Morris (English)
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
Morris armchair.
Arts & Crafts.
United Kingdom, Circa 1900
Backrest inclination adjustable by rack
Category
Antique Early 1900s British Arts and Crafts Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
English arts and crafts metamorphic Liberty's of London salon smokers chair
By William Morris (English)
Located in Alton, GB
Extending English arts and crafts metamorphic salon smokers chair in the manner of William Morris
Category
Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
H 39.38 in W 26.78 in D 22.84 in
PAiR OF WILLIAM MORRIS CHESTERFIELD TUFTED WINGBACK BROWN LEATHER ARMCHAIRS
By William Morris (English)
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
style and design, they have the much sort after William Morris flat top arms, these make the chairs
Category
20th Century English Regency Wingback Chairs
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
H 46.07 in W 31.11 in D 33.47 in
PAIR OF ORNATE ANTIQUE ITALIAN CAROLEAN / WILLIAM MORRIS WINGBACK ARMCHAIRs
By William Morris (English)
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
antique Italian / Carolean throne armchairs with ornately carved bases and William Morris style flat top
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Edwardian Wingback Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood
H 45.28 in W 38.78 in D 39.38 in
PAIR OF RESTORED ANTiQUE WILLIAM MORRIS FOREST CLAW & BALL WINGBACK ARMCHAIRS
By William Morris (English)
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
fully restored early Victorian circa 1840 William Morris Wingback armchairs with hand carved Walnut Claw
Category
Antique 1840s English Early Victorian Wingback Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
H 45.28 in W 33.27 in D 33.08 in
Pair of Antique Georgian Deconstructed Wingback Armchairs William Morris Arms
By William Morris (English)
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Wingback armchairs with ornately carved cabriole legs and William Morris style flat top arms
This pair
Category
Antique 1820s English Georgian Wingback Chairs
Materials
Hardwood, Oak
H 46.86 in W 32.09 in D 29.93 in
Antique Pair of circa 1880 William Morris Carved Legged Wingback Armchairs
By William Morris (English)
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this pair of original circa 1860-1880 English William Morris
Category
Antique 1880s English High Victorian Wingback Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
H 38.39 in W 26.97 in D 22.05 in
PAIR OF RESTORED VINTAGE LEATHER WINGBACK ARMCHAIRS WILLIAM MORRIS FLAT TOP ARMs
By William Morris (English)
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
pair of chairs, the frames are solid beech, circa 1940-1950, they have traditional William Morris style
Category
20th Century English Victorian Wingback Chairs
Materials
Leather
H 36.62 in W 28.35 in D 33.86 in
8 Antique George III circa 1830 Thomas Chippendale Dining Chairs William Morris
By Thomas Chippendale, William Morris (English)
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Mahogany dining chairs after Thomas Chippendale with William Morris removeable seat covers
These chairs
Category
Antique 1830s English Georgian Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood
H 36.82 in W 21.46 in D 24.61 in
Pair of William Morris Flat Arm Chesterfield Wingback Bordeaux Leather Armchairs
By William Morris (English), Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
design, they have the much sort after William Morris flat top arms, these make the chairs easier to get
Category
20th Century English Georgian Wingback Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
H 45.87 in W 31.3 in D 33.86 in
Pair of Bobbin Turned Chairs
By William Morris (English)
Located in Greenwich, CT
Good pair of English late 19th Century ebonized and bobbin turned corner chairs with woven rush
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Corner Chairs
Materials
Rush, Beech
Phillip Webb for Morris & Co. English Aesthetic Movement oak reclining armchair
By Morris & Co., Philip Webb
Located in London, GB
manager for Morris Marshall and Faulkner. He drew a sketch and wrote a description of the chair and sent
Category
Antique 1870s English Aesthetic Movement Lounge Chairs
Materials
Oak
H 39 in W 25.5 in D 32 in
Morris armchair / lounge chair, Arts & Crafts, United Kingdom, circa 1900
By William Morris (English)
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
Morris armchair / lounge chair, Arts & Crafts, United Kingdom, circa 1900
Superb Morris armchair
Category
Antique Early 1900s British Arts and Crafts Chaise Longues
Materials
Fabric, Velvet, Wood
H 37.41 in W 27.56 in D 61.03 in
Morris armchair / lounge chair in beech, Art Deco, France, Circa 1925
By William Morris (English)
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
"Morris" type armchair / lounge chair in beech.
Art Deco.
France, Circa 1925.
Manufacturer's plaque
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Chaise Longues
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 37.01 in W 26.78 in D 59.06 in
Vintage Wing Chair and Ottoman in William Morris Strawberry Thief Cotton Fabric
By William Morris (English)
Located in Morristown, NJ
Morris. The chair has large mahogany paw feet at front while the ottoman has claw and ball feet.
Though
Category
Vintage 1950s American Queen Anne Armchairs
Materials
Cotton, Wood, Upholstery
H 46 in W 39 in D 35 in
Art Nouveau Set, 1 Sofa, 2 Armchairs, 4 Chairs, 1890, Attributed William Morris
By William Morris (English)
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Incredible Art Nouveau Game.
1 Sofa
2 Armchairs
4 chairs
Material: Wood, reupholstered with
Category
Antique 1890s English Art Nouveau Armchairs
Materials
Wood
H 16.54 in W 27.17 in D 49.22 in
Early 19th Century Lancashire Bobbin Rocking Chair
By William Morris (English)
Located in Tarleton, GB
rocking chair with wool winders, early 19th century. These were country chairs found in the English areas
Category
Antique 1830s British Victorian Rocking Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Ash
William Morris & Co Ebonized Arts and Crafts Sussex Armchair
By William Morris (English)
Located in London, GB
Morris & Co circa 1875.
The turned wood frame is solid beech and the seat woven rush.
An original Arts
Category
Antique 1880s British Arts and Crafts Chairs
Materials
Rush, Wood, Beech
Curious Surrealist Armchair in Cotton Velvet from William Morris
By William Morris (English)
Located in Culver City, CA
Curious Surrealist armchair in cotton velvet from William Morris
France circa 1940
Category
20th Century French Chairs
Materials
Cotton, Velvet, Wood
Pair of Antique Ebonised William Morris Sussex Side Chairs Seen in v&a Museum
By William Morris (English)
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
1790 and 1820.
Ownership & Use
William Morris and his wife, Jane, used Sussex chairs in their
Category
Antique 1870s English High Victorian Side Chairs
Materials
Rush, Rope, Beech
H 33.86 in W 16.74 in D 16.34 in
EXQUISITE PAIR OF ANTIQUE ViCTORIAN 1870 WILLIAM MORRIS WINGBACK ARMCHAIRS
By William Morris (English)
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
pair of mid Victorian circa 1870 William Morris style wingback armchairs with ornately carved mahogany
Category
Antique 1870s English High Victorian Wingback Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood
H 47.25 in W 39.38 in D 31.11 in
Four Vintage Oak Framed William Morris Cigar Brown Leather Wingback Armchairs
By William Morris (English)
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
William Morris style hand dyed cigar brown leather wingback armchairs with oak frames.
These chairs are
Category
20th Century English Victorian Wingback Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
H 53.75 in W 33.86 in D 36.23 in
Pair of Vintage William Morris Wingback Armchairs Hand Dyed Cigar Brown Leather
By William Morris (English)
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
looking and comfortable pair of vintage English wingback armchairs, these are good stylish chairs that
Category
Early 20th Century English Victorian Wingback Chairs
Materials
Leather
H 46.07 in W 29.53 in D 33.08 in
Pair of Vintage Oak Framed William Morris Cigar Brown Leather Wingback Armchairs
By William Morris (English)
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Morris style hand dyed cigar brown leather wingback armchairs with oak frames
These chairs are very fine
Category
20th Century English Victorian Wingback Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
H 53.75 in W 33.86 in D 36.23 in
Ebonised Antique Original William Morris Sussex Armchair Seen in the v&a Museum
By William Morris (English)
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
1790 and 1820.
Ownership & Use
William Morris and his wife, Jane, used Sussex chairs in their
Category
Antique 1870s English High Victorian Side Chairs
Materials
Rush, Rope, Beech
H 33.86 in W 18.9 in D 21.66 in
Morris & Co. an Ebonised Rush-Seat Sussex Side Chair by Daniel Gabriel Rossetti
By Dante Gabriel Rossetti, William Morris (English)
Located in London, GB
Morris and Co. a single ebonised rush-seat Sussex side chair designed by Daniel Gabriel Rossetti in
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Arts and Crafts Chairs
Materials
Beech
H 34.25 in W 17.5 in D 16 in
Chesterfield William Morris Wingback Armchair & Footstool Cigar Brown Leather
By William Morris (English), Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
thick English leather, this is a good stylish chair that look amazing in any setting
As mentioned
Category
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Wingback Chairs
Materials
Leather
H 46.86 in W 33.08 in D 31.89 in
RESTORED PAIR OF WiLLIAM MORRIS BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD WINGBACK ARMCHAIRS
By Chesterfield, William Morris (English)
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
of vintage English wingback armchairs, these are good stylish chairs that look amazing in any setting
Category
20th Century English Chesterfield Wingback Chairs
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
H 43.31 in W 31.89 in D 33.47 in
Pair of William Morris Chesterfield Victorian Wingback Armchairs Brown Leather
By William Morris (English)
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of fully restored William Morris style
Category
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Wingback Chairs
Materials
Leather
H 42.72 in W 31.3 in D 33.47 in
PAIR OF WILLIAM MORRIS CHESTERFIELD TUFTED WiNGBACK BROWN LEATHER ARMCHAIRS
By Chesterfield, William Morris (English)
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
style and design, they have the much sort after William Morris flat top arms, these make the chairs
Category
20th Century English Victorian Wingback Chairs
Materials
Leather
H 45.87 in W 31.7 in D 31.7 in
Phillip Webb for William Morris, An Original Pair of Sussex Ebonised Side Chairs
By William Morris (English), Philip Webb
Located in London, GB
Phillip Webb for William Morris, An original pair of Sussex Ebonised and rush seat side chairs
They
Category
Antique 1870s English Arts and Crafts Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Beech
H 34 in W 18 in D 21 in
William Morris Liberty London Sussex Rush Seat Set of Four Walnut Dining Chairs
By Liberty & Co., William Morris (English)
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
chairs in the style of the original William Morris Sussex chair.
These chairs are a style and design
Category
20th Century English Arts and Crafts Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Walnut
H 35.04 in W 17.92 in D 15.56 in
PAIR OF ANTIQUE WILLIAM MORRIS WiNGBACK ARMCHAIRS HAND DYED CIGAR BROWN LEATHER
By Chesterfield, William Morris (English)
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
by William Morris
As mentioned, these chairs are fully restored, our leather polishers have lightly
Category
Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Wingback Chairs
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
H 45.67 in W 29.53 in D 34.26 in
Arts and Crafts 'Prie Dieu' Chair
By William Morris (English)
Located in London, GB
An Arts and Crafts 'Prie Dieu' chair with velvet upholstery and carved oak feet, Probably retailed
Category
Antique 1890s British Arts and Crafts Lounge Chairs
Materials
Oak, Velvet
Pair of Victorian Club Armchairs in William Morris Upholstery Fabric Part Suite
By William Morris (English), William Morrison
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
.
William Morris (24 March 1834 – 3 October 1896) was an English textile designer, poet, novelist
Category
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Club Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
H 32.29 in W 31.5 in D 29.53 in
Stunning Heavily Carved Base Frame Hand Dyed Brown Leather Wingback Armchair
By William Morris (English)
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
stunning base frame depicting lions hairy paw feet
This is a real wow piece, the chair is much larger
Category
20th Century English Victorian Wingback Chairs
Materials
Leather
H 51.19 in W 32.29 in D 33.27 in
Eight English Sussex Armchairs
By William Morris (English), Philip Webb
Located in Houston, TX
Eight English Sussex armchairs circa 1880-1910. Hand-crafted in ebonized beech with rush seats
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Regency Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rush, Beech
William Morris, Five Ebonized Rush Seat Sussex Side Chairs and Matching Armchair
By William Morris (English)
Located in London, GB
William Morris, five ebonized rush seat Sussex side chairs and a matching armchair.
These consist
Category
Antique 1870s English Arts and Crafts Armchairs
Materials
Beech
H 34 in W 18 in D 21 in
His & Her's Pair of Victorian Claw & Ball Feet Wingback Armchairs Colefax Fowler
By William Morris (English), John Colefax
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Victorian armchairs
A very good looking and well made his & her’s pair, the first chair is a tall
Category
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Wingback Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood
H 32.68 in W 31.89 in L 32.68 in
Bevan Funnell November Chesterfield Oxblood Leather Wingback Armchair
By Bevan Funnell Ltd., William Morris (English)
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
November William Morris style oxblood leather wingback armchair RRP £3,320
Please note the delivery fee
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Victorian Wingback Chairs
Materials
Leather, Beech
H 46.46 in W 31.89 in D 27.96 in
Antique Howard & Sons Bridgewater Armchair William Morris Strawberry Thief
By Howard & Sons Ltd, William Morris (English), Howard and Sons, Howard Chairs Ltd.
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
sofas listed under my other items.
This is a rare chair, it is the original and most collectable
Category
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
H 31.89 in W 27.96 in D 36.82 in
English Reclining Chair
Located in New York, NY
UK circa 1890
Handpicked by buyers at Ann-Morris, Inc.
Category
Antique 19th Century British Armchairs
Lovely Antique Elm Victorian William Morris Sussex Chair Style Rocking Armchair
By William Morris (English)
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Morris Sussex chair style
A very decorative and comfortable rocking chair, the frame is light elm and
Category
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Rocking Chairs
Materials
Elm
H 43.31 in W 20.87 in D 28.94 in
COLLECTABLE PAIR OF ANTIQUE WILLIAM MORRIS SUSSEX SiDE CHAIRS SEEN IN V&A MUSEUM
By William Morris (English)
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
William Morris Rush seat Sussex chairs circa 1870-1880 as seen in the Victorian and Albert museum
Please
Category
Antique 1870s English High Victorian Side Chairs
Materials
Rush, Rope, Beech
H 33.67 in W 15.75 in D 18.51 in
Original Antique Victorian William Morris Wingback Armchair Period Embroidery
By William Morris (English)
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
with ornately carved legs and original embroidery with William Morris flat top arms.
A very nicely
Category
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Wingback Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
H 45.48 in W 33.27 in D 35.83 in
FiNE RESTORED WILLIAM MORRIS CHESTERFIELD TUFTED WINGBACK BROWN LEATHER ARMCHAIR
By William Morris (English)
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
, William Morris Chesterfield Tufted Cigar brown leather fully restored wingback armchair
Please note the
Category
20th Century English Georgian Wingback Chairs
Materials
Leather
H 43.31 in W 32.68 in D 36.23 in
Fully Restored Hand Dyed Cigar Brown Leather Wingback William Morris Armchair
By William Morris (English)
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
aged brown leather wingback armchair with William Morris style flat top arms
A good looking and
Category
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Wingback Chairs
Materials
Leather
H 47.64 in W 32.09 in D 34.26 in
Antique Pair of William Morris Carved Legged Wingback Bordeaux Leather Armchairs
By William Morris (English)
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of Antique circa 1860, William Morris flat
Category
Antique 1860s English High Victorian Wingback Chairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
H 43.31 in W 32.68 in D 35.83 in
Pair of Antique William Morris Art Deco Bordeaux Brown Leather Club Armchairs
By William Morris (English)
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
design highly coveted by William Morris, these are stylish, charismatic, charming chairs that look
Category
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Club Chairs
Materials
Leather
H 33.86 in W 35.24 in D 42.52 in
Antique Original William Morris Curved Sussex Armchair Seen in the v&a Museum
By William Morris (English)
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Ownership & Use
William Morris and his wife, Jane, used Sussex chairs in their first home, Red House
Category
Antique 1870s English High Victorian Side Chairs
Materials
Rush, Rope, Beech
H 34.65 in W 21.46 in D 18.12 in
Antique Original William Morris Sussex Rush Seat Armchair Seen in the V&A Museum
By William Morris (English)
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
between 1790 and 1820.
Ownership & Use
William Morris and his wife, Jane, used Sussex chairs in
Category
Antique 1870s English High Victorian Side Chairs
Materials
Straw, Wood
H 36.23 in W 21.66 in D 20.87 in
Pair of Chesterfield William Morris Wingback Armchairs Cigar Brown Leather
By William Morris (English), Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of William Morris style chesterfield fully
Category
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Wingback Chairs
Materials
Leather
H 44.49 in W 31.3 in D 30.32 in
Pair of William Morris Ebonized Sussex Armchairs
By William Morris (English), Philip Webb
Located in Houston, TX
early or original rush seats. These chairs (made by Morris & Co circa 1865-1885) are named after a type
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Country Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Rush, Beech
Antique Ebonised Rush Seated Chair Designed by Dante Gabriel Rossetti
By William Morris (English)
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Fabulous example of a so called Sussex chair made and retailed by William Morris
Designed by
Category
Antique Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Bergere Chairs
Materials
Beech
Rattan Wicker Wingback Armchair New William Morris Strawberry Thief Cushions
By Liberty of London, William Morris (English)
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
wingback armchairs with brand new double sided William Morris Liberty’s London Strawberry Thief cushions
Category
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wicker, Rattan
H 47.64 in W 28.94 in D 34.65 in
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Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the English morris chair you’re looking for at 1stDibs. An English morris chair — often made from wood, hardwood and fabric — can elevate any home. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer English morris chair, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. An English morris chair is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Victorian, Arts and Crafts and Georgian styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made English morris chair over the years, but those crafted by William Morris (English), Philip Webb and Chesterfield are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is an English Morris Chair?
Prices for an English morris chair start at $465 and top out at $23,918 with the average selling for $3,654.
Finding the Right Seating for You
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
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Questions About English Morris Chair
- How old is a Morris chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Morris chair was first created in the 1860s. William Morris designed the Morris chair, and it is known to be one of the earliest styles of reclining chairs. Coveted for their versatile design, Morris chairs continue to be a favorite seating option for the home. Shop a collection of Morris chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024To identify a Morris chair, start with the back. An adjustable backrest that allows users to gently recline while seated is the defining characteristic of a Morris chair. Next, examine the sides. Morris chairs usually have exposed wooden arms supported by either turned or smooth rails. In some cases, a maker's mark may also be a good indication that your piece is of the Morris style. Stickley Furniture is famous for developing the Morris chair. However, other makers continue to produce examples to this day. If you're still uncertain about the style of your chair, consult a knowledgeable expert, such as an appraiser or antique dealer. Explore a variety of Morris chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is a Morris-style chair?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Morris-style chair is a type of furniture used for seating. The name comes from Morris & Company, the original manufacturer of the chair. It features a boxy reclining backrest, a matching upholstered seat cushion and wide wooden arms. Shop a selection of Morris-style chairs on 1stDibs.
- What is a Morris chair worth?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021A Morris chair's worth depends on age, condition and history, as with any antique furniture. From about 1895 to 1914, Morris's chair designs were more ornate, boasting curved legs and feet. These early examples are worth more due to their style and rarity. Find a wide range of Morris chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024The difference between a Morris chair and a Stickley chair comes down to origins and characteristics. A Morris chair gets its name from William Morris, one of the founders of the British company Morris, Marshall, Faulkner & Co. During the late 1860s, the company began producing the Morris chair, which has a reclining seat back and an intricately carved wood frame. This design spread to the U.S., where it was seen by Gustav Stickley. Drawing inspiration from it, Stickley produced the Stickley chair in 1904. Like the Morris chair, the piece has a reclining back but a simpler slatted frame that aligns with the American Arts and Crafts design style. Due to its origins, some people call the Stickley chair the Stickley Morris chair or the Mission Morris chair. Explore a collection of Stickley chairs and Morris chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To tell if a Morris chair is a Stickley, look for the furniture designer's mark. Often, Gustav Stickley marked his pieces with a compass logo, his signature and the phrase "Als ik kan." The phrase roughly means "to the best of my ability." On 1stDibs, shop a collection of expertly vetted Stickley chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021How much a Morris chair is worth usually depends on when it was manufactured. They can be worth anywhere between $500 to $700. Morris chairs were first manufactured in England and were the first reclining chairs to be produced. Find a collection of antique and vintage Morris chairs on 1stDibs.
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