Arts and Crafts Racks and Stands

One of a kind coat-rack with hand carved oakwood deer heads. With hand carved items being one of our favourite, we are always thrilled to find rare hand carved antiques. Especially ...

Traditional Spanish antique wooden coat hanger. Manufactured in Spain circa 1950 by unknown manufacturer. In good original condition with...

An exceptional antique Mission or Arts & Crafts oak umbrella stand In the manner of Stickley USA, Circa 1900 Measures: 9.75"W x 9.5"D x 26.25"H. Good original vintage condition.

Excellent condition, Arts & Crafts handmade solid oakwood picture stand. This beautiful gallery easel is another one of our recent rare finds and it...

Antique Victorian era hall tree / stand / console. Made of mahogany featuring arts and crafts styling with serpentine reticulated back supporting a round beveled mirror surrounded b...

Old Arts and Crafts pottery umbrella stand in matt green glaze, circa early 20th century. I think this was made by Brush-McCoy Pottery. 17" high, 8" diameter. Chip on footrim, marks ...

Wired umbrella holder / paper bin designed by an unknown designer. Manufactured circa 1960. France In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preservin...

Fine quality Arts & Crafts picture / painting stand in excellent condition. This beautiful gallery easel comes with two large hand crafted wooden pegs for holding your large size pa...

Outstanding example of an Arts & Crafts hall mirrored hall tree with nine original crafted brass hooks and three tile decorated center panel. Glove drawer is intact with two metal wa...

- Handbuilt ceramic coat hook - made of clay collected from the potter's surroundings. - made in the Moroccan Rif mountains by the potter Houda. - co...

A good Arts and Crafts oak Hall stand by Shapland and Petter with a seat to the left and a mirror and glove drawer to the right, the lower section with Shaplands typical square shape...

Striking and sizeable oak bookcase with a gallery on top. Back in the earliest years of the 20th century not many people learned how to read. Even less people had the means to buy t...

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning original Arts & Crafts Shapland & Petter Hall stand with hand hammered Copper panels over a Walnut frame with inset sheild mirror Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it covers within the M25 only for the UK and local Europe only for international, if you would like an accurate quote please send me your postcode and I’ll provide you with the exact price A very good looking well made and decorative hat glove coat and scarf rack, this one is rare as it has the central mirror and its an earlier than usual example circa 1900 Made by Shapland & Petter, a full blub on their life and works can be found below In terms of the condition it is straight and solid, the piece sits well in any setting and looks decorative and very English country house, we have cleaned waxed and polished the timber, there is one hook slightly bent, otherwise its in fine order Dimensions Height:- 205cm Width:- 113cm Depth:- 40cm Please note all measurements are taken at the widest point, if you would like any additional or specific measurements please ask Shapland and Petter of Barnstaple Introduction This Barnstaple based company manufactured some of the finest pieces of furniture in Arts and Crafts style but very little has been written about the company or the pieces they produced. It a great shame that whilst Shapland and Petter pieces have been illustrated in books and auction catalogues they are invariably attributed to other makers such as Liberty and Co in London or Wylie and Lochhead in Glasgow. With this feature, we intend to inspire a more thorough appreciation of the work of the company; readers are invited to help with the task by sending photographs and information. Collectors and auction houses are now showing significantly more interest in Shapland and Petter pieces. The company, based in Barnstaple, England produced a very wide range of furniture in several different styles including many pieces in period reproduction and municipal style for town halls and commercial premises alongside their superb Arts and Crafts range Distinctive features of their superb Arts and Crafts style are the use of heart shaped piercing, geometric shapes with angled arches and the application of repousse copper panels. Decoration with marquetry, metal inlay, mounting of ceramic and enamel cabochons were techniques which they mastered with a combination of state of the art technology and traditional craftsmanship. Most distinctively, the pieces were extremely well made, with care and very best quality materials The growing interest in Shapland and Petter has raised many questions about the origins of the firm, and the sources of influence on their designs, some of which resemble designs by Ashbee, Ballie Scott, Voysey and Talwin Morris. Links have been assumed with Liberty and Co with the supposition Shapland and Petter worked on commissions for Liberty. There appears to be little evidence to support many of the assumptions which have developed around the company and this article is intended to help to start the discussion and to stimulate research The History of Shapland and Petter The Museum of North Devon in Barnstaple have an archive of Shapland and Petter which includes some company records and a small display of furniture and related items. The following text gives history of the company and is reproduced from the display boards in the museum with kind permission of North Devon Museums For over 100 years the Shapland and Petter factory has stood at the end of Barnstaple Long Bridge. Manufacturers of doors, door sets, and custom wood interiors, NT Shapland and Petter Ltd are still one of the towns largest employers. The company was established by Henry Shapland (b. 1823), a cabinet maker by trade. He embarked on a voyage to America in 1848, where he was inspired by an invention for a wave-moulding machine. He was only allowed to see it if he left the country immediately. Returning home with only rough notes, he reproduced the machine and in 1854 began a cabinet making business in one room at the Raleigh woolen mill in Pilton. Later the firm moved to Bear Street in Barnstaple. Henry Petter was an accountant who entered into partnership with Mr Shapland. The business progressed and in 1864 they bought the Raleigh Factory where Shapland first began his work. Success was rapid, but in 1888 the building burnt down. Immediately work began on a bigger and better factory - their present site by the Long Bridge - which included many modern inventions The two Henrys died within two years of each other - Petter in 1907 and Shapland in 1909. In 1924 Shapland and Petter merged with the Barnstaple Cabinet Company, producing North Devon's biggest industry. During the First World War Shapland and Petter's skilled craftsmen turned their hands to wooden propellers for the aircraft of the Royal Flying Corps. After the war, public tastes changed, and hand carved furniture was too expensive for many. Shapland and Petter's output now included elegant veneered pieces with smooth Art Deco lines. The company fitted out Pullman carriages and ocean liners and made hand-carved church furniture. The famous England Rugby Captain W. W. Wakefield was appointed Company Director in 1927. Throughout the depression of the late 1920's and early 1930's the company still managed to produce high quality work Furniture manufacturing continued until the outbreak of the Second World War in 1939. Many workers left to fight, while the factory worked on Air Ministry contracts for ammunition boxes. After the war came radio cabinets and laboratory and contract furniture, until eventually large quantities of doors were being produced for hospitals, hotels, schools, offices and other buildings. Examples of Shapland and Petter's work can be seen all over North Devon. In Barnstaple, the shop front at 109 High Street is a good example, and the interior of the old Lloyd's Bank, now Chamber's Brasserie, was also Shapland's work. Examples of carving by Shapland's men can be seen in two chairs and a reading desk in Barnstaple Parish Church As cabinet makers, Shapland and Petter employed up to 350 people at a time. There were designers, carvers, cabinet makers, machinists, polishers, and labourers. The company was one of the first to install American labour-saving devices and was keen to adopt the most up-to-date machinery The fire of 1888 at the Raleigh Cabinet Works was a huge loss for the company. However, it resulted in a new factory which was altogether more modern and better equipped. The new building by the river was arranged into blocks. The production line began with the saw mills and ended with the finishing rooms. There was modern machinery in every department - one of their saws was the first of its kind in Britain. Water sprinklers and electric lights were a necessity - this factory would not burn down As well as the furniture production, Shapland and Petter imported timber by sea and rail. The new factory 's facilities were exceptional Shapland and Petter were renowned for excellent design and workmanship. The carvers were highly skilled, serving seven year apprenticeships and attending classes at the Barnstaple School of Art. Ornately carved furniture required up to a hundred tools The factory produced made to order woodwork for banks, hotels, and shops; mantelpieces, paneling and staircases. They fitted out Pullman railway carriages, the London Guildhall, and Edgar Wallace 's dining room as well as houses like Tapeley Park in North Devon Much of the work involved intricate leaded glass panels, or inlaid fruitwood designs, like the white bedroom suite shown in the exhibition here. This type of work is typical of Art Nouveau 1895 to 1910, inspired by the fluid shapes of plants and flowers Many pieces were made from standard designs. There were hundreds to choose from, and a selection could be seen in local and London showrooms and in catalogues. Although mass-produced, this furniture was well-made by skilled technicians and modern machinery Arts and Crafts designs of Shapland and Petter The development of the Arts and Crafts Movement in the South West of England has not been written up in any detail though we do know of the Art Potters of Barnstaple from the excellent book of this name by Audrey Edgeler. Less is known of the Barnstaple Guild of Metal Workers. We know of the Bath Cabinet Makers and the Newlyn School of Industrial Art in Cornwall but very little has been written about the furniture makers of Barnstaple in Devon The establishment of a large cabinet making firm in Barnstaple is not remarkable in itself; there were several cabinet makers in the area. What is interesting is that this particular Barnstaple firm should become a leading maker of Arts and Crafts furniture, copying the styles of the leading Architect designers and creating their own unique style Critics may point out that as their work was commercially driven and reliant upon machines it therefore does not really qualify as Arts and Crafts. Whilst the company was highly innovative in machine technology, they also employed many craftsmen who worked with their hands in woodcarving, marquetry work, design and application of decorative copperwork and other artistic embellishment in the true Arts and Crafts tradition. Anyone who has experience of Shapland and Petter workmanship knows the level of craftsmanship invested in each piece Sources of inspiration There appears to be no evidence to link any known architect, artist or designer to the Shapland and Petter company. Their designs appear to have been created solely by their own internal design staff none of whom appear to have published or registered their work in any other context C. R. Ashbee who established the Guild of Handicrafts visited Barnstaple in 1893 and provided a twelve week course on the design and decoration of furniture. It is presumed that this visit was hosted by Shapland and Petter, and that their own staff and those from other local furniture makers attended the course. Ashbee appears to have been unimpressed by the commercial attitudes he encountered and apparently disappointed at the lack of interest in his (high minded) lectures. What is interesting however is the similarity between some of his designs and those used by Shapland and Petter, particularly in respect to inlaid floral design. Perhaps he left a lasting influence which has not yet been verified There has been some speculation on the influence of Scottish designers, particularly because of the use of Glasgow rose designs which are typical of the Glasgow School, and particularly of Talwin Morris. There are also several designs which use similar motifs to those used by Baillie Scott, the use of two doves in flight for example. More research is needed to trace possible links here. One thing that is clear is that there was a great deal of copying and selling designs in the furniture industry at the time and a nineteenth century survey on the furniture trade recorded that '' Barnstaple pays the best prices for designs ..'' Collaboration with other companies There is evidence that Shapland and Petter organised a wide network of companies to retail their products and hence many pieces have the labels of retail furnishers added. Little is known of their marketing in Europe and America but it may be that many Arts and Crafts pieces were sold abroad. Shapland and Petter had excellent access to rail and shipping lines for importing timber and presumably for exporting their finished products The extent of their collaboration with other companies is yet to be ascertained but there is evidence that their suppliers included the Della Robbia Pottery, Pilkingtons Tile...

An Arts and Crafts walnut Hall stand by Shapland and Petter with a copper panel depicting a mythical creature to the top, leaf cut-outs to the centre with circular ball uprights to e...

Fabulous carved and paint decorated in the Arts & Crafts manner. Copper bottom with cutouts on all four sides. This item can be parcel posted. Feet to keep it elevated. In excellent ...

Liberty's of London An Elegant Arts & Crafts Magazine / Newspaper Rack, early 20th century, mahogany, the central 'V' section magazine rack over under tier shelf, within spindle and...

Charming Dutch Arts & Crafts, Folk Art chip carved coat rack with gorgeous original brass hooks from the 1920s Richly decorated and fully hand carved on all sides with exquisite cr...

A top quality Arts and Crafts oak Hallstand by Shapland and Petter with bevelled mirror flanked by a circular copper disc with hat and coat hooks, stylised cut-outs and stylised flor...

This is an Arts & Crafts Umbrella Stand from the early 1900s. It is in very good condition and is complete with the metal bottom tray (We believe it's copper). The stand has it's or...

An elegantly formed semi-circular Edwardian brass umbrella stand. c.1910 Cast iron base, with brass uprights and dividers, usually positioned in a hallway for storing umbrellas an...

Large size, great shape and excellent condition antique coat rack. If you are looking for a stylish and practical coat rack in the Arts & Crafts style then this period piece could be perfect for you. It is truly stylish, entirely original and, as you can see in our images, it is in very good condition. This quality antique is handcrafted from solid oak and it comes with the inlaid, hand painted and glazed tiles. These tiles are extra special, because on top of the glazing are unique, gilt and stylized flower motifs. This luxurious and colorful coat rack also comes with all the original and aesthetically beautiful hooks...

Circa 1900-1910 Warm oak patina hand made barley twist cane stand with simple lines, six sectionals and original metal drip pans. Compact size and e...

This is a beautiful Arts and Crafts Oak Hall seat. This piece shows minor wear with a break to each arm. Otherwise, this work presents well. Mirror included.

Magnificent and ultra rare Arts & Crafts Art Nouveau coat rack. Striking Dutch design from the 1900s. Solid walnut frame with original hand-carved veneered decorations. Ten original ...

Rare and interesting wood and brass wall coat-hanger. English Art & Crafts work. Circa 1890

Umbrella Shaped Brass Umbrella Stand An unusual and attractive piece, made in brass in the shape of an open umbrella The stand has an elegant hooped handle The stand is 31” tall a...

Antique BL Marble Chair Co. Oak Wood Revolving Arts & Crafts Coat Tree Stand. Item features a revolving top with 4 solid brass coat hooks, solid wood c...

A rare Arts & Crafts oak record cabinet for holding 1978 (LP's do not fit into this cabinet but singles do). With a roll up door retaining the original key ...

A Good Quality Victorian Walnut Luggage Rack, Suitcase Stand This is a Superb Heavy Quality Victorian Walnut Luggage Rack, Suitcase Stand, it has a Slatted top and elegant turned le...

Magnificent and ultra rare Arts & Crafts wall coat rack. Design by Kobus de Graaff. Striking Dutch design from the 1900s. Solid honey-colored oak frame with two original hand-carved ...

Liberty and Co. An Arts and Crafts oak magazine rack with a raised handle and twin compartments inside with pierced circular decoration to the sides on shaped legs united by a turned...

***Reduced In-House Delivery Rates - Click on “Ask Seller” to Request a Quote*** Antique Arts & Crafts Mission Oak Slat Sided Magazine Rack in the Manner of Stickley C1920 Measures...

Antique and unique wall coatrack with amazing alabaster carvings. It is not often that you find an antique that is not completely original, but where they have done a great job in creating a, so called, marriage that simply looks beautiful. This handcrafted wall coat rack was made around 1900-1910, but the exeptionally detailed, hand carved alabaster tiles date back to circa 1850-1870. These mis-Victorian works of beauty are hand-carved in deep relief and both the fruits in the vases as the scrolling leaf patterns in the center tile are among the most detailed we have ever seen. All three tiles have no breaks in them and only minor losses. So if you are looking for a unique antique wall rack...

Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Coat Hook Hall Tree Umbrella Stand. Item features a removable copper drip pan, 6 metal double hooks, solid oak wo...

Shapland and Petter in the Liberty style. An Arts & Crafts oak music or storage cabinet with slightly angled sides. The top display area with stylized cut-out to the back and extend...

Glasgow School. Style of George Walton. An Arts and Crafts oak magazine and book rack with pierced oval carry handle to the top and opposing shaped upper sides with a book trough to ...

USA, 1940s Wooden coat rack stand with a chunky X base and sculpted 'hooks'. Great look to this piece in rich solid hardwood- believe it is mahogany. Sturdy and usable. Condition n...

Stunning antique coat rack made of oak with stylish brass hooks. If you are a collector of handcrafted, early 20th century decorative art then this striking, sculptural coat rack co...

Liberty and Co. An Arts & Crafts oak hanging paper rack with central mirror, with an upper shelf and ebonised and boxwood square inlays, the storage compartment with leather straps.

An Arts and Crafts oak umbrella and walking stick stand with brass division rails to the top and pierced decoration to the sides, and drip tray to the base.

An Arts and Crafts oak umbrella and stick stand with a shaped top and original Arts and Crafts tiles to the back and drip tray.

This is an early Gustav Stickley Magazine Rack in very good condition. This was made in 1904, early in Gustav Stickley's career. It has his Eastwood paper label. Made from mahogany...

English Art & Crafts stained oak stand supporting an Asian bronze gong with striker.

Rare and beautiful quality Arts & Crafts stand, designed by Gustave Serrurier-Bovy (1858-1910). Looking for a stylish and practical antique to upgrade your entrance experience? This...

French Art Deco brass haberdashery window display stand A handy little piece made in brass, the stand has swivel arms with can be set at any angle from the central column, there a...

The Arts and Crafts Movement began in the early 20th Century. This is a Mission Oak Hall Tree from that period. This piece is crafted of quarter ...

Stunning and ultra rare Arts & Crafts Art Nouveau umbrella stand. Striking Dutch design from the 1900s. Patinated brass frame, hammered with a stylish decoration. This wonderful A...

Large Wooden coat rack from the beginning of the 20th century Perfect for entering your home to hang your bags coats It has a top shelf to support the hats Elegant and functio...

Antique Arts & Crafts Umbrella Stand by Brooks, Model 228 - W4984 SALE 20% OFF SALE This is an antique Arts & Crafts Umbrella Stand by The Brooks Furniture Company in good conditi...

Very unique & interesting hand carved Arts & Crafts Style magazine holder.

Mahogany Arts and Crafts Hall Robe with Fitted Interior for Gloves Sticks and Mirror - Smart and Brown - Nottingham - 45"w x 17"d x 80"h

Wonderful and rare Arts & Crafts Art Nouveau coat rack. Attributed to A.J. Kropholler. Striking Dutch design from the 1900s. Solid oak with five original bronze hooks. Please not...

Beaten Copper Stick Stand, Umbrella Stand This good looking piece is round in shape with Delft style handles The Stick stand is in good used conditio...

Umbrella stand composed of an ebonized-oak stick and ball constructed frame with painted black cast iron base and brass hardware (ca. late 19th Century/early 20th Century USA). Some ...

Malibu local artisan coat & hat rack hand crafted, very study & stable. Globe top for a bevy of hats.

A French folding easel, artists suitcase easel and pallet. This charming set comes from Paris, the easel folds down completely into a delightful and easy to carry suitcase form,...

Bretby Art pottery. An Arts and Crafts red and green umbrella and walking stick stand with floral decoration pierced to the base to allow rainwater to dry quickly.

Arts and Crafts Copper Stick Stand, Umbrella Stand A good quality piece, the stand is cylindrical, it is made in hand beaten copper and has a Lion’...