Stock ref: DS3017

Circa 1900

Genuine A W Simpson of Kendal Arts and Crafts dished oak ‘Easy Stool’ with woven leather seat held in place with upholstery studs. Four square corner legs each tapering to an octagonal foot joined by high set stretchers Correct and early brass ‘Handicrafts’ label to the underside with the registration number 695391 and job number 7816 stamped into the wood, dating the piece to circa 1900.

Presents in excellent solid condition, the wood displaying a lovely rich aged and waxed patina. Unusually, the leather looks to be original and with no tears, the only fault being a lost dome top to one of the upholstery pins. The leg joints are tight, just the expected minor scuffs, edge nicks and a darker stain on the top of one leg from usage over the years.

For those interested in learning more about his life and work i can highly recommend the following publications:
The Simpsons of Kendal, Craftsmen in Wood 1885-1952 by Eleanor Davidson, published 1978.
The Beautiful Furniture of the Simpsons of Kendal by Hugh Wright, published 2011.

Size: 40.5(w) x 30.5(d) x 30.5(h)cm

£ 390