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Aesthetic Movement Seating

AESTHETIC MOVEMENT

In 1880, polymath designer William Morris declared: “If you want a golden rule that will fit everybody, this is it: Have nothing in your houses that you do not know to be useful or believe to be beautiful.” His words encapsulated the Aesthetic Movement, which prized beauty above all and blurred the lines between fine art and the decorative arts, particularly through lavishly crafted furniture pieces.

The Aesthetic Movement, whose major proponents included author Oscar Wilde, flourished from the 1860s to the 1880s and was mostly popular in England and the United States. Design expositions like the 1876 Centennial International Exhibition in Philadelphia, as well as the publishing of how-to books for interior design, helped disseminate Aesthetic Movement bedroom furniture, serveware, coffee tables and other items, especially to the middle class.

The establishment of new art museums, art clubs and a rising passion for collecting at the time contributed to a growing appreciation for art. Morris’s founding of Morris & Co. in 1862 and the commercializing of this “cult of beauty” by the Liberty store in London, starting in the late 19th century, further disseminated the idea of a domestic space that was thoughtfully and floridly designed.

Leading Aesthetic Movement furniture designers included E.W. Godwin, who drew on Japanese influences and whose work reflected a wider enthusiasm for imported East Asian art. British designer Christopher Dresser created textiles, ceramics and more that were also inspired by Japanese decorative art but were representative of additional diverse design sources that ranged from Egypt to Mexico.

The Aesthetic Movement’s eclecticism resulted in dazzling interiors. Japanese fans were positioned on Renaissance-inspired cabinets with brass hardware, while mantels made of rich walnut or finely carved ebonized wood and adorned with painted Minton tiles mingled with cast-iron chairs against a backdrop of floral wallpaper. In 1881, in New York City, stenciled checkerboard motifs and painted floral murals could be found under an opalescent glass chandelier in a luxurious dressing room designed by German émigré cabinetmaker-decorator George Alfred Schastey. Amid the rise of the industrial age, the style’s promotion of art in everyday life would inform the Arts and Crafts Movement and Art Nouveau.

Find a collection of antique Aesthetic Movement seating, tables, decorative objects and other furniture and antiques on 1stDibs.

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Style: Aesthetic Movement
A Rare Original Chair By Syrie Maugham ca' 1940's
By Syrie Maugham
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A rare hand painted chair designed by Syrie Maugham and custom made for John Gerald, NYC ca' 1940's. What is rare is that the chair appears to have original upholstery and label unde...
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1930s American Vintage Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

A Rare Original Chair By Syrie Maugham ca' 1940's
A Rare Original Chair By Syrie Maugham ca' 1940's

A Rare Original Chair By Syrie Maugham ca' 1940's

$12,500
English Aesthetic Movement Petite Chestnut Hall Bench or Window Seat, circa 1880
By Jas Shoolbred & Co.
Located in Kinderhook, NY
A circa 1880 English aesthetic movement solid chestnut hall bench or window seat of rare single seat form attributed to James Shoolbred & Co. of London, the rectangular molded-edge t...
Category

Late 19th Century English Antique Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Chestnut

English Aesthetic Movement Petite Chestnut Hall Bench or Window Seat, circa 1880
English Aesthetic Movement Petite Chestnut Hall Bench or Window Seat, circa 1880

English Aesthetic Movement Petite Chestnut Hall Bench or Window Seat, circa 1880

$2,500
Robert W Edis, An Aesthetic Movement rush seat armchair in the bamboo style
By Robert William Edis
Located in London, GB
Robert William Edis. An Aesthetic Movement rush seat armchair, ebonized on beech, in the bamboo style. From 1883, Edis Architect extended and rebuilt Sandringham House in Norfolk fo...
Category

1880s English Antique Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Beech, Rush

Robert W Edis, An Aesthetic Movement rush seat armchair in the bamboo style
Robert W Edis, An Aesthetic Movement rush seat armchair in the bamboo style

Robert W Edis, An Aesthetic Movement rush seat armchair in the bamboo style

$2,166
C Dresser for Colebrookdale Aesthetic Movement Cast Iron Garden Canopy Seat Ends
By Coalbrookdale Foundry, Christopher Dresser
Located in London, GB
Designed by Dr C Dresser for Colebrookdale A cast iron Aesthetic Movement garden Canopy Seat named 'Waterplants'. The first image here is an example to ...
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1870s Great Britain (UK) Antique Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Iron

C Dresser for Colebrookdale Aesthetic Movement Cast Iron Garden Canopy Seat Ends
C Dresser for Colebrookdale Aesthetic Movement Cast Iron Garden Canopy Seat Ends

C Dresser for Colebrookdale Aesthetic Movement Cast Iron Garden Canopy Seat Ends

$5,416
Bentwood Scroll Café Side Chairs
Located in Queens, NY
84 Bentwood café side chairs with hairpin scroll design open back and wood seat. From BILLY'S 1890 RESTAURANT, NY. (84 - PRICED EACH)
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19th Century Austrian Antique Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Bentwood

Bentwood Scroll Café Side Chairs
Bentwood Scroll Café Side Chairs

Bentwood Scroll Café Side Chairs

$390 / item
Antique Aesthetic Movement Faux Bamboo Ottoman, Attr: Herter Brothers
By Herter Brothers
Located in Atlanta, GA
Exquisite Antique Aesthetic Movement Faux Bamboo Ottoman ATTR: Herter Brothers *Please View Other Listings - Matching Side Chair and Piano Stool* Presenting an exceptional piece of...
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Early 20th Century American Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Fabric, Bamboo, Faux Bamboo

Antique Aesthetic Movement Faux Bamboo Ottoman, Attr: Herter Brothers
Antique Aesthetic Movement Faux Bamboo Ottoman, Attr: Herter Brothers

Antique Aesthetic Movement Faux Bamboo Ottoman, Attr: Herter Brothers

$1,196 Sale Price
20% Off
ANTIQUE ViCTORIAN AESTHETIC MOVEMENT BURR WALNUT TETE A TETE CONVERSATION SOFA
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this super rare, highly collectable, Victorian Aesthetic Movement “Tete a Tete” Conversation couch with Burr...
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19th Century English Antique Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

ANTIQUE ViCTORIAN AESTHETIC MOVEMENT BURR WALNUT TETE A TETE CONVERSATION SOFA
ANTIQUE ViCTORIAN AESTHETIC MOVEMENT BURR WALNUT TETE A TETE CONVERSATION SOFA

ANTIQUE ViCTORIAN AESTHETIC MOVEMENT BURR WALNUT TETE A TETE CONVERSATION SOFA

$5,349
E W Godwin style of, An Anglo-Japanese Old English or Jacobean Ebonized Armchair
By Edward William Godwin
Located in London, GB
E W Godwin, style of, An Anglo-Japanese Old English or Jacobean ebonized armchair. Professionally upholstered in a quality hide.
Category

Late 19th Century English Antique Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Walnut

E W Godwin style of, An Anglo-Japanese Old English or Jacobean Ebonized Armchair
E W Godwin style of, An Anglo-Japanese Old English or Jacobean Ebonized Armchair

E W Godwin style of, An Anglo-Japanese Old English or Jacobean Ebonized Armchair

$2,708
Antique Victorian Aesthetic Movement Black Ebonized Figural Carved Loveseat Sofa
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Victorian Aesthetic Movement Black Ebonized Figural Carved Loveseat Sofa. Item features carved lion heads to the arms, rolling casters, black ebonized frame, great style and ...
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Mid-19th Century Unknown Antique Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Antique Victorian Aesthetic Movement Black Ebonized Figural Carved Loveseat Sofa
Antique Victorian Aesthetic Movement Black Ebonized Figural Carved Loveseat Sofa

Antique Victorian Aesthetic Movement Black Ebonized Figural Carved Loveseat Sofa

$2,500
Pair Of Aesthetic Design Victorian Mahogany Hall Chairs
By Henry Ogden
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A Very Good Quality And Attractive Pair Of 19th Century Mahogany Hall Chairs, By H.Ogden Of Manchester, In The Aesthetic Movement Taste, Having Carved And Moulded Decoration To Pierc...
Category

Late 19th Century English Antique Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Mahogany

Pair Of Aesthetic Design Victorian Mahogany Hall Chairs
Pair Of Aesthetic Design Victorian Mahogany Hall Chairs

Pair Of Aesthetic Design Victorian Mahogany Hall Chairs

$3,682 Sale Price
30% Off
Aesthetic Bamboo Gilt Iron Side Chair
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage aesthetic style gilt metal bamboo side chair.
Category

20th Century Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Metal

Aesthetic Bamboo Gilt Iron Side Chair
Aesthetic Bamboo Gilt Iron Side Chair

Aesthetic Bamboo Gilt Iron Side Chair

$1,650 / item
Italian Gilt Bamboo Leopard Velvet Stool
Located in Houston, TX
1940s Italian gilt iron bamboo stool with leopard velvet upholstery.
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Iron

Italian Gilt Bamboo Leopard Velvet Stool
Italian Gilt Bamboo Leopard Velvet Stool

Italian Gilt Bamboo Leopard Velvet Stool

$1,925
Pair of Antique English Aesthetic Movement Side Chairs with Upholstered Seats
Located in Miami, FL
From the English Aesthetic Movement, a pair of finely-crafted side chairs in mahogany with ebonized line inlays. Featuring an exquisite choice of woods with concave high back with th...
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Early 19th Century English Antique Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Ebony, Mahogany

Pair of Antique English Aesthetic Movement Side Chairs with Upholstered Seats
Pair of Antique English Aesthetic Movement Side Chairs with Upholstered Seats

Pair of Antique English Aesthetic Movement Side Chairs with Upholstered Seats

$1,950 / set
Late 19th Century American Mahogany and Brass Library Armchair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An impressive late 19thC American mahogany and brass library armchair. The seat and back rest are covered with dark burgundy leather and riveted. The slightly curved armrests protrud...
Category

Late 19th Century North American Antique Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Mahogany

Late 19th Century American Mahogany and Brass Library Armchair
Late 19th Century American Mahogany and Brass Library Armchair

Late 19th Century American Mahogany and Brass Library Armchair

$1,895
Antique Black Lacquer Aesthetic Movement Slipper/Hall Chair With Velvet Seat
Located in Morristown, NJ
A very striking Antique English Aesthetic Movement black lacquered chair. The chair has an openwork wood back carved as a fan of styli...
Category

Late 19th Century English Antique Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Brass

Antique Black Lacquer Aesthetic Movement Slipper/Hall Chair With Velvet Seat
Antique Black Lacquer Aesthetic Movement Slipper/Hall Chair With Velvet Seat

Antique Black Lacquer Aesthetic Movement Slipper/Hall Chair With Velvet Seat

$2,150
Rare Walnut Copper and Parchment Side Chair by Carlo Bugatti.
By Carlo Bugatti
Located in Montreal, QC
Rare carved walnut side chair by Carlo Bugatti upholstered with parchment and inlaid with pewter details and mounted with hammered copper decoration. Beauty & Mischief: The Design Al...
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Early 1900s Italian Antique Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Walnut

Rare Walnut Copper and Parchment Side Chair by Carlo Bugatti.
Rare Walnut Copper and Parchment Side Chair by Carlo Bugatti.

Rare Walnut Copper and Parchment Side Chair by Carlo Bugatti.

$34,500
Morris & Co. Phillip Webb Attri. Aesthetic Movement rush seat Sussex side chair
By Morris & Co.
Located in London, GB
Morris & Co. Attributed to Philip Webb An Aesthetic Movement rush seat Sussex side chair with newly laid rush seat. This chair has been totally restored and had new rush professional...
Category

1880s British Antique Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Beech

Morris & Co. Phillip Webb Attri. Aesthetic Movement rush seat Sussex side chair
Morris & Co. Phillip Webb Attri. Aesthetic Movement rush seat Sussex side chair

Morris & Co. Phillip Webb Attri. Aesthetic Movement rush seat Sussex side chair

$1,625
Bench ceramic contemporary glaze
By Xavier Mañosa
Located in Rubi, Catalunya
Handmade earthanware Bench manufactured at the workshop of Apparatu in Barcelona. Different clay bodys are mixed with natural fibers like corn, straw, or heather straw. The pieces ar...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware, Clay

Bench ceramic contemporary glaze
Bench ceramic contemporary glaze

Bench ceramic contemporary glaze

$21,215
Dante Rossetti for Morris and Co. A pair of rush seated armchairs
By Morris & Co., Dante Gabriel Rossetti
Located in London, GB
A pair of Morris and Co rush seated armchairs, designed by Dante Gabriel Rossetti with newly laid rush seats.
Category

1880s English Antique Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Rush

Dante Rossetti for Morris and Co. A pair of rush seated armchairs
Dante Rossetti for Morris and Co. A pair of rush seated armchairs

Dante Rossetti for Morris and Co. A pair of rush seated armchairs

$5,078 / set
Otto Wagner for Jacob & Josef Kohn Secessionist Movement Stained Bentwood Chair
By Otto Wagner
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Otto Wagner for Jacob and Josef Kohn Secessionist Movement Stained Bentwood Chair, with Pierced Vase Splat & Branded Stamp to Chair Underside Made in Vienna Austria Jacob & Josef Ko...
Category

19th Century Austrian Antique Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Bentwood, Velvet

Otto Wagner for Jacob & Josef Kohn Secessionist Movement Stained Bentwood Chair
Otto Wagner for Jacob & Josef Kohn Secessionist Movement Stained Bentwood Chair

Otto Wagner for Jacob & Josef Kohn Secessionist Movement Stained Bentwood Chair

$2,539
Audacious English Roll Arm Sofa with Pull-Out Bed, in French Jacquard Velvet
By Higareda
Located in colima, MX
Our devilishly handsome rendition of the classic English Roll Arm sofa, in a luscious French Jacquard Velvet. This sofa was initially envisioned ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Jacquard, Velvet

Audacious English Roll Arm Sofa with Pull-Out Bed, in French Jacquard Velvet
Audacious English Roll Arm Sofa with Pull-Out Bed, in French Jacquard Velvet

Audacious English Roll Arm Sofa with Pull-Out Bed, in French Jacquard Velvet

$26,754
Aesthetic Movement Ebonised Bench With Rush Seats By Heals
By Heal's
Located in Petworth, GB
Aesthetic Movement ebonised beech settle with rush double seat Heals - after the ‘Sussex’ design by Morris & Co Previously unrecorded settle version Circa 1890 Height 90cm. Width...
Category

1890s English Antique Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Beech

Aesthetic Movement Ebonised Bench With Rush Seats By Heals
Aesthetic Movement Ebonised Bench With Rush Seats By Heals

Aesthetic Movement Ebonised Bench With Rush Seats By Heals

$3,365
H W Batley attr. Jas Shoolbred Pair of Aesthetic Movement cane seat beech chairs
By Jas Shoolbred & Co., Henry William Batley
Located in London, GB
Henry William Batley attributed for Jas Shoolbred & Co. A pair of Aesthetic Movement cane seat beech side chairs. Stamped under the seat Jas Shoolbred and the production number 820
Category

1880s English Antique Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Beech

H W Batley attr. Jas Shoolbred Pair of Aesthetic Movement cane seat beech chairs
H W Batley attr. Jas Shoolbred Pair of Aesthetic Movement cane seat beech chairs

H W Batley attr. Jas Shoolbred Pair of Aesthetic Movement cane seat beech chairs

$4,062 / set
High-Back Aesthetic Movement Chair
Located in Rümmingen, BW
Note: if you are only interested in one of the two Armchairs please contact us. Shipping Note: If your region or country is not listed under the shipping options, don't hesitate to...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Oak

High-Back Aesthetic Movement Chair
High-Back Aesthetic Movement Chair

High-Back Aesthetic Movement Chair

$766
English Aesthetic Movement, Mahogany Armchair with Suede seat
Located in New York, NY
A refined, hand carved mahogany armchair of the Aesthetic Movement with a seat upholstered in green suede. Elements of the chair’s design anticipate the near future Jugendstil and Ar...
Category

1880s British Antique Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Brass

English Aesthetic Movement, Mahogany Armchair with Suede seat
English Aesthetic Movement, Mahogany Armchair with Suede seat

English Aesthetic Movement, Mahogany Armchair with Suede seat

$11,500
19th Century Walnut Slipper Chair in Green Velvet
By Lamb of Manchester
Located in Batley, GB
A good quality Aesthetic Movement walnut slipper chair in green velvet upholstery and tassel trim. Raised on nice turned and fluted front legs with splayed rear legs and all with the...
Category

Mid-19th Century British Antique Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

19th Century Walnut Slipper Chair in Green Velvet
19th Century Walnut Slipper Chair in Green Velvet

19th Century Walnut Slipper Chair in Green Velvet

$1,286
Bench ceramic contemporary glaze green black square organic
By Xavier Mañosa
Located in Rubi, Catalunya
Handmade stoneware Bench manufactured at the workshop of Apparatu in Barcelona. Different clay bodys are mixed with natural fibers like corn, straw, or heather straw. The pieces are ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Stoneware

Bench ceramic contemporary glaze green black square organic
Bench ceramic contemporary glaze green black square organic

Bench ceramic contemporary glaze green black square organic

$21,215 / item
George Bell & George Freeth Roper Aesthetic Movement Walnut rush seat armchair.
By Kendall & Co., George Bell
Located in London, GB
George Bell & George Freeth Roper. Probably made by Kendal Milne & Co for Herman Schill. An Aesthetic Movement Walnut armchair with a row of fine barley t...
Category

1870s English Antique Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Walnut

George Bell & George Freeth Roper Aesthetic Movement Walnut rush seat armchair.
George Bell & George Freeth Roper Aesthetic Movement Walnut rush seat armchair.

George Bell & George Freeth Roper Aesthetic Movement Walnut rush seat armchair.

$4,739
Pair of Carved Nordic Monk Chairs
Located in Malibu, CA
Unique pair of solid oak monk chairs with intricate carvings in Norse style. Hand crafted and unique with removable double sided upholstered cushions. Norw...
Category

1950s Norwegian Vintage Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Pair of Carved Nordic Monk Chairs
Pair of Carved Nordic Monk Chairs

Pair of Carved Nordic Monk Chairs

$3,500 / set
Bruce Talbert, for Gillows an Aesthetic Movement Ebonized & Parcel-Gilt Settee
By Gillows of Lancaster & London, Bruce James Talbert
Located in London, GB
Bruce Talbert, for Gillows of Lancaster and London. A very good quality English Aesthetic Movement ebonized and parcel-gilt upholstered settee with a rollover back and arms with in...
Category

1880s English Antique Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Gold

Bruce Talbert, for Gillows an Aesthetic Movement Ebonized & Parcel-Gilt Settee
Bruce Talbert, for Gillows an Aesthetic Movement Ebonized & Parcel-Gilt Settee

Bruce Talbert, for Gillows an Aesthetic Movement Ebonized & Parcel-Gilt Settee

$7,041
Liberty & Co, attributed. An Aesthetic Movement rush seat armchair
By Morris & Co., Liberty & Co.
Located in London, GB
Liberty and Co attributed, style of a Morris and Co. An Aesthetic Movement rush seat armchair with incised turnings to the back and below the arms, the arms follow through to the sid...
Category

1880s Antique Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Rush

Liberty & Co, attributed. An Aesthetic Movement rush seat armchair
Liberty & Co, attributed. An Aesthetic Movement rush seat armchair

Liberty & Co, attributed. An Aesthetic Movement rush seat armchair

$2,437
FULLY RESTORED ANTIQUE VICTORiAN AESTHETIC MOVEMENT CHESTERFIELD ROCKING CHAIR
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely fully restored Children's Aesthetic Movement Chesterfield tufted rocking armchair M25 only fo...
Category

19th Century English Antique Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

FULLY RESTORED ANTIQUE VICTORiAN AESTHETIC MOVEMENT CHESTERFIELD ROCKING CHAIR
FULLY RESTORED ANTIQUE VICTORiAN AESTHETIC MOVEMENT CHESTERFIELD ROCKING CHAIR

FULLY RESTORED ANTIQUE VICTORiAN AESTHETIC MOVEMENT CHESTERFIELD ROCKING CHAIR

$2,640
Pair of Antique Victorian Hand Carved 19th Century Asethetic Movement Stools
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of Victorian late 19th century hand carved pine stools in the Aesthetic movement taste This stools are very decorative and we...
Category

Late 19th Century English Antique Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Pine

Pair of Antique Victorian Hand Carved 19th Century Asethetic Movement Stools
Pair of Antique Victorian Hand Carved 19th Century Asethetic Movement Stools

Pair of Antique Victorian Hand Carved 19th Century Asethetic Movement Stools

$1,184 Sale Price / set
30% Off
Jas Shoolbred Morris & Co Style a Pair of Aesthetic Movement Reclining Armchairs
By Morris & Co., Philip Webb, Jas Shoolbred & Co.
Located in London, GB
Jas Shoolbred. In the style of Morris and Co, after a design by Phillip Webb. A pair of Aesthetic Movement adjustable reclining armchairs. Professiona...
Category

1890s English Antique Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Walnut

Jas Shoolbred Morris & Co Style a Pair of Aesthetic Movement Reclining Armchairs
Jas Shoolbred Morris & Co Style a Pair of Aesthetic Movement Reclining Armchairs

Jas Shoolbred Morris & Co Style a Pair of Aesthetic Movement Reclining Armchairs

$8,802 / item
Attributed to Philip Webb Aesthetic Movement original rush seat Sussex chair
By Morris & Co.
Located in London, GB
Morris & Co. Attributed to Philip Webb An Aesthetic Movement rush seat Sussex side chair with original rush seat and retaining the rush seat side panels. This chair has been totally ...
Category

1880s British Antique Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Rush

Attributed to Philip Webb Aesthetic Movement original rush seat Sussex chair
Attributed to Philip Webb Aesthetic Movement original rush seat Sussex chair

Attributed to Philip Webb Aesthetic Movement original rush seat Sussex chair

$1,895
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 seats.
Category

Late 19th Century English Antique Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Rush, Beech

Pair of Bobbin Turned Chairs
Pair of Bobbin Turned Chairs

Pair of Bobbin Turned Chairs

$3,900 / set
Iconic Nest-Egg Hanging Chair
By Joanina and David Pastoll
Located in Johannesburg, ZA
The Nest Egg hanging chair swing seat is inspired from the organic forms in birds' nests and has a natural egg shape. The chair has been designe...
Category

2010s South African Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Iconic Nest-Egg Hanging Chair
Iconic Nest-Egg Hanging Chair

Iconic Nest-Egg Hanging Chair

$3,400 / item
Aesthetic Bamboo Gilt Iron Arm Chair
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage aesthetic style gilt metal bamboo arm chair.
Category

20th Century Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Metal

Aesthetic Bamboo Gilt Iron Arm Chair
Aesthetic Bamboo Gilt Iron Arm Chair

Aesthetic Bamboo Gilt Iron Arm Chair

$1,650
Charles Bevan. Marsh & Jones. Aesthetic Movement button back chaise lounge
By Marsh, Jones & Cribb, Charles Bevan
Located in London, GB
Charles Bevan for Marsh and Jones of Leeds Late Kendal works. A good Aesthetic Movement walnut ebonized button back chaise lounge with carved rosettes to the front upright and subtle...
Category

1870s English Antique Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Walnut

Charles Bevan. Marsh & Jones. Aesthetic Movement button back chaise lounge
Charles Bevan. Marsh & Jones. Aesthetic Movement button back chaise lounge

Charles Bevan. Marsh & Jones. Aesthetic Movement button back chaise lounge

$16,927
Philip Webb for Morris & Co. Aesthetic Movement Ebonised Settee with Bobbins
By Philip Webb, William Morris (English)
Located in London, GB
Philip Webb for Morris, Marshall, Faulkner & Co. The firm became Morris & Co in 1875. A rare Aesthetic Movement Ebonised Settee. Professionally re-upholstered in period-style fabric....
Category

1860s English Antique Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Beech

Philip Webb for Morris & Co. Aesthetic Movement Ebonised Settee with Bobbins
Philip Webb for Morris & Co. Aesthetic Movement Ebonised Settee with Bobbins

Philip Webb for Morris & Co. Aesthetic Movement Ebonised Settee with Bobbins

$24,376
19Th C. English Majolica Faux Tree Stump With Ivy Leaves Garden Stool
By Joseph Holdcroft
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Just in this 19Th C. English Majolica Faux Tree Stump With Ivy Leaves and Berries attributed to Joseph Holdcroft, garden stool. Beautiful turquoise color to the background and Green ...
Category

1880s British Antique Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Ceramic

19Th C. English Majolica Faux Tree Stump With Ivy Leaves Garden Stool
19Th C. English Majolica Faux Tree Stump With Ivy Leaves Garden Stool

19Th C. English Majolica Faux Tree Stump With Ivy Leaves Garden Stool

$1,300
Round Table Turned Legs, Mid 20th Century.Spain
Located in Mombuey, Zamora
This table is raised on a base composed of six bobbin turned Legs and a optogonal star stretcher, also turned. Oval antique wine or side table of the 19th century. Wood with bobbin ...
Category

1930s Spanish Vintage Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Beech

Round Table Turned Legs, Mid 20th Century.Spain
Round Table Turned Legs, Mid 20th Century.Spain

Round Table Turned Legs, Mid 20th Century.Spain

$1,261
Phillip Webb for Morris & Co. an English Aesthetic Movement Reclining Armchair
By Morris & Co., Philip Webb
Located in London, GB
Phillip Webb for Morris and Co. Designed in C1866. A rare Aesthetic Movement ebonized adjustable reclining armchair. The arched arms with padded armrests...
Category

1860s English Antique Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Walnut

Phillip Webb for Morris & Co. an English Aesthetic Movement Reclining Armchair
Phillip Webb for Morris & Co. an English Aesthetic Movement Reclining Armchair

Phillip Webb for Morris & Co. an English Aesthetic Movement Reclining Armchair

$24,376
Pair of Aesthetic Movement Ebonised side chairs
By Edward William Godwin
Located in Petworth, GB
A pair of Aesthetic movement side chairs in ebonised beech with caned seats. Beautifully balanced light design with fine detailing. Godwin was an Archetect Designer of the Aesthetic ...
Category

1880s English Antique Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Beech

Pair of Aesthetic Movement Ebonised side chairs
Pair of Aesthetic Movement Ebonised side chairs

Pair of Aesthetic Movement Ebonised side chairs

$1,740 / set
Morris & Co attr to Philip Webb. Aesthetic Movement pair rush seat Sussex chairs
By Ford Madox Brown 1, Morris & Co.
Located in London, GB
Ford Maddox Brown for Morris and Co. An Aesthetic Movement pair of rush seat Sussex side chairs with newly laid rush seat.These chairs have bee...
Category

1880s English Antique Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Rush

Morris & Co attr to Philip Webb. Aesthetic Movement pair rush seat Sussex chairs
Morris & Co attr to Philip Webb. Aesthetic Movement pair rush seat Sussex chairs

Morris & Co attr to Philip Webb. Aesthetic Movement pair rush seat Sussex chairs

$3,791 / set
Decorative Small Floral Painted Ebonised Victorian Stool
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
A delightful small Victorian hand painted stool. Beautiful hand painted floral decoration, a great decorative piece. In good sound condition.
Category

Late 19th Century British Antique Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Wood, Paint

Decorative Small Floral Painted Ebonised Victorian Stool
Decorative Small Floral Painted Ebonised Victorian Stool

Decorative Small Floral Painted Ebonised Victorian Stool

$473
1980s Faux Tortoise Bergere Chairs W/ Coral Form Backs & Carved Shells - Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of late 20th century bergere chairs with an oil drip faux tortoise finish on the frames. The backs are a carved coral motif, and the tapered legs have a carved shell a...
Category

Late 20th Century Philippine Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Wood

1980s Faux Tortoise Bergere Chairs W/ Coral Form Backs & Carved Shells - Pair
1980s Faux Tortoise Bergere Chairs W/ Coral Form Backs & Carved Shells - Pair

1980s Faux Tortoise Bergere Chairs W/ Coral Form Backs & Carved Shells - Pair

$2,495 / set
19thc Ebonised Piano Stool by Henry Brooks & Co London W/Howard & Son Upholstery
By Henry Brooks Ltd
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
An ebonised piano stool by Henry Brooks & Co London. Beautifully made, well proportioned stool with cushioned seat leading to four turned legs with hoof like feet and delicate turned...
Category

1880s Antique Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Beech

19thc Ebonised Piano Stool by Henry Brooks & Co London W/Howard & Son Upholstery
19thc Ebonised Piano Stool by Henry Brooks & Co London W/Howard & Son Upholstery

19thc Ebonised Piano Stool by Henry Brooks & Co London W/Howard & Son Upholstery

$861 Sale Price
20% Off
Phillip Webb for Morris & Co. English Aesthetic Movement oak reclining armchair
By Philip Webb, Morris & Co.
Located in London, GB
Phillip Webb for Morris and Co. Designed in C1866. A rare Aesthetic movement oak adjustable reclining armchair with good quality tan leather button back ...
Category

1870s English Antique Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Oak

Phillip Webb for Morris & Co. English Aesthetic Movement oak reclining armchair
Phillip Webb for Morris & Co. English Aesthetic Movement oak reclining armchair

Phillip Webb for Morris & Co. English Aesthetic Movement oak reclining armchair

$24,376
Aesthetic Movement 'Thebes' Chair By Liberty & Co
By Liberty & Co.
Located in Petworth, GB
Thebes chair in Mahogany with original Liberty & Co cotton velvet fabric. Liberty & Co Circa 1895 Height 92cm. Width 49cm. Depth 55cm. Seat Height 42cm
Category

1890s English Antique Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Velvet, Mahogany

Aesthetic Movement 'Thebes' Chair By Liberty & Co
Aesthetic Movement 'Thebes' Chair By Liberty & Co

Aesthetic Movement 'Thebes' Chair By Liberty & Co

$4,990
Rare Thonet Settee with Cushions
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
K0208 Rare ebonised sofa by Thonet, having shaped top rail with kidney shaped back, generous seat and open scroll arms, standing on outsewpt legs, all w...
Category

Late 19th Century European Antique Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Bentwood

Rare Thonet Settee with Cushions
Rare Thonet Settee with Cushions

Rare Thonet Settee with Cushions

$4,008 Sale Price
35% Off
Anglo-Indian Carved Peacock Chair
Located in Houston, TX
Mid 20th century hand carved peacock chair.
Category

20th Century Indian Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Wood

Anglo-Indian Carved Peacock Chair
Anglo-Indian Carved Peacock Chair

Anglo-Indian Carved Peacock Chair

$4,200
Victorian William Godwin Ebonised Low Walnut Jappenned Folding Decorative Chair
By Edward William Godwin
Located in Reading, Berkshire
A Victorian Aesthetic Movement Hand Crafted Ebonised Low Walnut Folding Decorative Chair with A Pale Upholstered Seat Chair Executed In The Manner of E.W. Godwin Circa 1870's Extra ...
Category

19th Century British Antique Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Victorian William Godwin Ebonised Low Walnut Jappenned Folding Decorative Chair
Victorian William Godwin Ebonised Low Walnut Jappenned Folding Decorative Chair

Victorian William Godwin Ebonised Low Walnut Jappenned Folding Decorative Chair

$3,520
Morris and Co. An Aesthetic Movement cane seated armchair
By Morris & Co.
Located in London, GB
An Aesthetic Movement cane seated armchair by Morris and Co with circular cane seat. A variant is illustrated in the Liberty Yuletide Gifts catalogue.
Category

1880s English Antique Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Cane

Morris and Co. An Aesthetic Movement cane seated armchair
Morris and Co. An Aesthetic Movement cane seated armchair

Morris and Co. An Aesthetic Movement cane seated armchair

$2,031
EW Godwin Style of. Aesthetic Movement ebonized folding chair with new cane seat
By Edward William Godwin
Located in London, GB
EW Godwin Style of. An Aesthetic Movement ebonized folding chair with bobbin details to the backrest and a new cane seat. This listing is for one chair. We ...
Category

1880s English Antique Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Beech

EW Godwin Style of. Aesthetic Movement ebonized folding chair with new cane seat
EW Godwin Style of. Aesthetic Movement ebonized folding chair with new cane seat

EW Godwin Style of. Aesthetic Movement ebonized folding chair with new cane seat

$1,083 / set
Late Victorian Aesthetic Movement upholstered Bench or Hall Seat
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Pretty Aesthetic Movement mahogany, upholstered small scale upholstered bench with low galleried back and finely ring turned legs circa 1880. It has been newly re-upholstered.
Category

Late 19th Century British Antique Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Late Victorian Aesthetic Movement upholstered Bench or Hall Seat
Late Victorian Aesthetic Movement upholstered Bench or Hall Seat

Late Victorian Aesthetic Movement upholstered Bench or Hall Seat

$1,997
Aesthetic Movement Anglo-Japanese armchair Godwin style
By Henry William Batley
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
19th Century Aesthetic Movement Anglo-Japanese upholstered ebonised armchair in the manner of E. W. Godwin but attributed to H. W. Batley. The armchair is in good condition with its ...
Category

Late 19th Century British Antique Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Upholstery

Aesthetic Movement Anglo-Japanese armchair Godwin style
Aesthetic Movement Anglo-Japanese armchair Godwin style

Aesthetic Movement Anglo-Japanese armchair Godwin style

$3,520
Charles Bevan, Gillows Attr. a Set of Six Aesthetic Movement Oak Dining Chairs
By Charles Bevan, Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in London, GB
Charles Bevan attributed, for Gillows.  A good quality set of six English Aesthetic Movement oak dining chairs, with central upright to the back united by lower angular uprights wit...
Category

1880s English Antique Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Oak

Charles Bevan, Gillows Attr. a Set of Six Aesthetic Movement Oak Dining Chairs
Charles Bevan, Gillows Attr. a Set of Six Aesthetic Movement Oak Dining Chairs

Charles Bevan, Gillows Attr. a Set of Six Aesthetic Movement Oak Dining Chairs

$3,385 / set
Bruce Talbert attri. An Aesthetic Movement upholstered love or twin window seat
By Morris & Co., Bruce James Talbert
Located in London, GB
Bruce Talbert attributed. An Aesthetic Movement upholstered love or twin window seat made from stained Beech with turned and rounded finials and tramline details to the back headrest...
Category

1880s English Antique Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Beech

Bruce Talbert attri. An Aesthetic Movement upholstered love or twin window seat
Bruce Talbert attri. An Aesthetic Movement upholstered love or twin window seat

Bruce Talbert attri. An Aesthetic Movement upholstered love or twin window seat

$3,791
Whytock & Reid. A pair of Aesthetic Movement ebonized & parcel gilt side chairs.
By Lamb of Manchester
Located in London, GB
Whytock & Reid of Edinburgh. A rare pair of high Aesthetic Movement ebonized and parcel gilt side chairs.
Category

1880s English Antique Aesthetic Movement Seating

Materials

Walnut

Whytock & Reid. A pair of Aesthetic Movement ebonized & parcel gilt side chairs.
Whytock & Reid. A pair of Aesthetic Movement ebonized & parcel gilt side chairs.

Whytock & Reid. A pair of Aesthetic Movement ebonized & parcel gilt side chairs.

$5,146 / set

Aesthetic Movement seating for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Aesthetic Movement seating for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage seating created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, building and garden elements, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Aesthetic Movement seating made in a specific country, there are Europe, United Kingdom, and England pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original seating, popular names associated with this style include Bruce James Talbert, Collinson & Lock, Gillows of Lancaster & London, and Philip Webb. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for seating differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $307 and tops out at $35,806 while the average work can sell for $2,914.

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