Arts and Crafts Furniture

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 fantastic pair of early ship's Starboard & Port lanterns executed in copper with the original fresnel lens to each, they retain a wonderful old and warm patina throughout the surfa...

An extraordinary detailed hand carved arts and crafts pedestal from england, ca 1880. This large pedestal ( 120 cm ) originally was foldable, over time it has been fastened on the in...

SEMO is the perfect armchair for the ultimate side sitters and for those who love to swivel. The thick finger arms are great to place your legs while you turn left and right. Semo re...

Antique English Arts & Crafts Stick Back Windsor Chair, Heals Of London Oak construction circa1900 Very good condition commensurate of age. In go...

Deep detailed carving expandable to 11.5' long thick solid oak tabletop farm dining table. One leaf shows a crack in thick solid oak board and it looks very natural as thick solid bo...

Experimenting with new forms with red earth from Ibiza Earthenware, resins, assemblages, shapes and colours. For some time, I had the desire to work with clay, and living in Ibiza d...

This is an early SIGNED Charles Limbert Settee from the early 1900s. Marked with a partial Charles Limbert paper label. Very nice design with EXCELLENT original finish. This is one of the nicest designs Limbert made! This has been made in the early period of C LIMBERT with the original Limbert seat which is very important. This settee is with very long corbel on the front left and right sides. The leather upholstery made may be mad ten yrs ago and its in great shape. In the past we used to sell this LIMBERT model for much higher price. EXTRA OFF We see lots of incorrect information on line and in this site too. PLEASAE NOTE; We deal with ONLY good PERIOD arts and crafts furniture and items( cir 1900s), we do not offer new so called STICKLEY AUD. In the 1970s a man contacted LEO STICKLEY Widow and purchased the BRAND NAME L&jG Stickley from her and by low they can marked their furniture STICKLEY AU but these furniture made with NO THRU TENON CONSTRUCTION they just ad two pcs of wood on each side to fool the buyers., they made furniture IN GUSTAV STICKLEY DESIG. We had in our listing on 1sr Dibs and very special Gustav Stickley 8 legs sideboard...

This early 20th century Newcome College art pottery vase was decorated by Anna Francis Simpson. Newcome pottery is considered American art potteries of the early 20th century. The bl...

Our Dutch silver and cut glass dessert stand by J.M. van Kempen & Zoon features two finely cut glass dishes and exceptional vine and leaf designs. With lion rampant mark indicating ....

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...

Antique “Lifetime” Small Window Seat, Stickley Era This is an antique Arts and Crafts Lifetime window seat or bench in good condition. Made out of quarter sawn oak and is unmarked. ...

Circa 1980s Van Briggle Grecian urn with turquoise ming glaze signed by the potter Dorothy Ruff (D.R.) The urn has a high shoulder with loop handles, figure...

Handmade carpet Oriental rug featuring a traditional floral pattern woven in deep rich tones created by organic vegetable dyes on lamb wool, this little mat is perfect for any modern...

SUPERB Nice Arts & Crafts Six-Bulb Chandelier ON SALE 20% OFF This is a great looking large Arts & Crafts Chandelier with a metal frame & period early-1900 glass. The lead in the gl...

A conical leaded fixture in green glass with yellow spheres in a scattered design. With a white metal mesh liner on the base with metal attachment The ...

A collection of 12 antique hardwood cone shaped objects ranging in size from 12.5" to 17.5" tall. Possibly used as architectural models or learning tools. Can be arranged in any of a...

This is a great Gustav Stickley Footstool from the early 1900s in very good condition. Made of oak, the footstool has spindles on two sides, as pict...

A set of four leaded stained glass panels depicting foliage designs. In long rectangular shapes these 19th century stained glass window fragments are over 140 years old incorporatin...

Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Charles P. Limbert (1854-1923); Charles P. Limbert Co. Marking(s); notes: signed (branded) Materials: fumed oak, leather Dimensions (H, W, D): 34"h, 25...

Antique Globe Wernicke Arts & Crafts Mahogany Four Stack Barrister Bookcase Signed C1920 Measures - 58"H x 34.25"W x 12.75"D This antique Globe Wernicke barrister bookcase, dating fr...

An early 20th century French ceramic and bronze vase by Jean Baptiste Massier. Impressed maker’s mark to underside.

Arts and Crafts Walnut Dinner Gong This is a large hall piece the Brass Gong is hand beaten brass suspended in a beautiful walnut frame, with turnings decorating the top rail, it ...

Le Morte D’Arthur Second Edition Hard Cover bound in green cloth with gilt stylised decoration to front and spine Limited Second Edition Number 873 of 1000 copies This edition con...

Antique ROOKWOOD Art Pottery Table Lamp with Mica Shade - EXTRA OFF 4/28/25 This is an antique Rookwood Pottery Company lamp base and a ...

A finely worked wrought Iron fire grate from the Arts & Crafts period, extensive scroll detail with framed fire brick back.

Tufted, premium ultra soft 1/4" pile with non-slip padded backing. 3' x 5' New Origin: China Field Color: Burnt-Orange Border Color: Blue Accent Colors: Blue, Ivory, Black, Yel...

Esma Dereboy's meticulously crafted handmade mugs stand out with their ergonomic designs and aesthetic appearances, offering a special experience. With the Mix&Match option, you can ...

French Oak Hotel Greeting Station, Filing Cabinet, Greeter An Arts and Crafts French Front of House Oak Greeter, there is a lift up slope to access a spacious storage compartment be...

A super original set of 14, 19th century Arts & Crafts golden oak dining chairs probably by Liberty’s or Wylie & Lochhead. Comprising 12 side ...

Standout antique table or stand having two polo themed arts and crafts style glazed earthenware tiles over an elegant iron base now oxidized to perfection.

SEMO is the perfect armchair for the ultimate side sitters and for those who love to swivel. The thick finger arms are great to place your legs while you turn left...

Antique Arts & Crafts Donegal Rug, Country of Origin: Ireland, Circa date: Early 20th Century. Size: 11 ft x 17 ft 9 in (3.35 m x 5.41 m)

A rare and unusual pair of English Arts & Crafts blackened steel andirons with stylized tulip finials and ornate overscale log supports.

Set of seven Arts and Crafts dining chairs A set of seven oak dining chairs embodying the honest craftsmanship and timeless aesthetic of ...

Signed Lifetime Arts & Crafts Foot Stool - Stickley Era #W7163 This signed “Lifetime” Foot Stool is a great looking item in excellent condition. This item is a very well done piece!...

A vintage European continental carpet from the mid-20th century. A large golden brown medallion of roses populates the ivory field. A brown border...

Incredible Italian carved giltwood and polychrome painted trunk. Amazing detailed original hand painted. This chest or trunk it is made of solid wood. Just a wonderful old piece. Ver...

Morris armchair / lounge chair, Arts & Crafts, United Kingdom, circa 1900 Superb Morris armchair / lounge chair, rare model. Arts & Crafts. United Kingdom, circa 1900 The rack back...

This elegant earthenware jar, an impressive 120 cm high, is based on one of the most famous vase shapes in Chinese art: the Meiping. This simple yet voluptuous silhouette dates back ...

This antique wooden cabinet can likely be attributed to the Arts & Crafts movement, featuring 12 uniform drawers housed within a solid oak frame. Constructed from solid oak, the cab...

An English Arts & Crafts style copper planter. This remarkable English mid-century copper planter embodies the timeless elegance and skilled craftsmanship associated with Arts and Cr...

A gorgeous Arts & Crafts or Art Deco period gilt bronze and favrile slag glass "Pine Needle" pattern inkwell By Tiffany Studios (signed to the underside) New York, USA, Early 20th ...

English Arts & Crafts (Aesthetic Movement) double pedestal table elm and burl wood desk with a canted corner top having multi-wood inlay and a green & brown leather writing surface. ...

English arts and crafts brown walnut armchair, attributed to JS Henry circa 1900. Scrolled terminals atop a solid back and seat newly upholstered in off-white...

Slabs of old walnut with amazing texture and sharp shapes. With their cracks and holes. It has a story for you. Just stop and sit down and take a deep breath. That was a very hard ...

This handsome pair of American art pottery bookends were designed by William McDonald, (1864-1931) for acclaimed Rookwood Pottery of Cincinnati, Ohio. The bookends have been made in the form of Rough...

Very rare billiards pool cue keeper or floor rack dating from the early 1900's. Used in a pool hall or possibly as a commercial fixture in a billiards retail store. Mission Oak era w...

Spectacular pair of tall candle holders made of real antlers, in good condition. Each has four candle holder cups made of bronze and nickel finish. These amazing candle holders are r...

An exceptional pair of Mission or Arts & Crafts style high back spindle side chairs or dining chairs By L. & J.G. Stickley USA, Circa Late 20th Century Solid cherry wood frames, w...

English Arts & Crafts Royal Doulton Lambeth stoneware jardiniere with 4 decorated panels depicting birds & incised with artist's marks for Florence Barlow & Frank Butler...

A stunning English arts and crafts period solid oak fireplace, reclaimed from a house in Reading. Dating to the late 19th century, this antique fire surround has a beautiful warm o...

Extremely rare and beautifully sculpted and executed, this monumental terracotta clock depicting a nude Adam and Eve exchanging the fateful apple, is finished in a green-black glaze ...

Very unique in its design and riveted construction, the open sphere with four arms, UL Wired and Listed

This sofa table called the "Sofa Rocker" is a luxurious object that gives that extra touch to your sofa. It kind of looks like a jewel for your sofa or living room. It is made out of...

Welcome this 4' x 6' floral red, pink, blue, and cream wool Orley Shabahang Persian rug into your home. As serene as looking upon a scene of lush roses snaking their way around a tre...

MINT Bloomingdale's Made in Italy 2 Door Dome Top Chestnut Wardrobe Adjustable Shelfs

Antique Eastlake Victorian Arts & Crafts Walnut Tile Top Pedestal Base Side Table. Item features (4) 6" x 6" ceramic tiles, wonderful aged patina, carved tripod pedestal base, arched...

Handcrafted Solid Wood Side Table – Arts & Crafts Japandi Design Elevate your space with the Aube side table, a versatile and thoughtfully crafted piece that seamlessly blends moder...

Custom Walnut Live Edge Kitchen Table This table is made of Walnut Wood. The grains and texture of the wood describe what a natural walnut w...