19th Century Arts & Crafts Splat Back Beech Chair

Very pretty original Arts & Crafts splat back chair in the style of Morris & Co for possible Liberty. The style is similar to the Sussex Chair but this one stands out on its own. It has a distinctive charm and individual styling on the splat back. Normally you see straight splats or wavy splats, this one has an abacus design (to me) back, you say what you see I think in design. Love the way the back finishes below the rush seating and adds additional structure to the chair. While the the twin stretchers finish the sides and front off nicely. The splayed curve to the arms adds a nice a touch and meet the tapered legs and arm supports with a squashed ball at the top, simply and elegantly turned. The chair has a natural worn finish across all the timber, creating a charming patina, with a little more nibble wear to the edge of the arm. It has had some repairs, but what I love is someone used metal wire to bond and fix the damage. To me, this is perfect, as it shows you some has cherished this chair so it can live on. Two fixes to the top rail and one to the arm. Very well repaired and now a firm repair. All solid & no loose joints. Great accent chair! 1920's hall runner and mirror available separately. Period: Circa 1860 Material: Beech & Rush