Circa 2000
A superb large solid oak Mirror from the workshop of Colin ‘Beaverman’ Almack of Sutton-under-whitestonecliffe, near Thirsk.
In perfect condition, medium fumed and waxed finish. Mitred corner joints and signature beaver carved to one side.
Size: 106.5(w) x 81(h)cm
1937
A beautiful walnut Mirror from the Windermere, Cumbria workshop of Stanley Webb Davies, the renowned Cotswold School trained Arts and Crafts furniture maker. Stanley Webb Davies pieces are always rare to the market and increasingly highly sought after, representing understated Arts and Crafts furniture at its very best, in the Cotswold School style of Gimson, Romney Green and the Barnsley’s. Displaying the very finest cabinet making techniques and skills combined with meticulous attention to the smallest details with typical alternating thumb nail carving and pinned bridle joints around the corners.
SWD signed and dated 1937 in the expected manner to the rear, the craftsmans signature is a little faded but looks to be either Frank Crossfield or Frank Gregory both of whom were working with Stanley in 1937.
Excellent waxed condition, ready to hang and use.
Size: 45.7(w) x 81.3(h)cm / 18″ x 32″ ins.
