An E W Godwin Side Chair Restored And Upholstered In John Boyd Horse Hair Fabric
£750 per item
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Item details
Height
25.0 cm
Width
41.0 cm
Depth
47.5 cm
Wear conditions
Excellent
Included
Wear conditions
Excellent
Shows little to no signs of wear and tear.
Good
May show slight traces of use in keeping with age. Most vintage and antique items fit into this condition.
Average
Likely to show signs of some light scratching and ageing but still remains in a fair condition.
Apparent Wear and Tear
Visible signs of previous use including scratches, chips or stains.
Please refer to condition report, images or make a seller enquiry for additional information.
Description
One of a pair of original, E.W. Godwin side chairs. Restored and upholstered in John Boyd Horse hair fabric and hand-finished with ornate studs from Houlès, Paris.
Looking to Japan for inspiration, E.W. Godwin’s minimalist style was a reaction to the heavily ornate furniture styles of the mid-19th century.
Largely undecorated ebonised wood and sculptural lightness of form, all the influence of Japanese Arts and Crafts, are the key ‘signatures’ of Godwin’s pieces and echo the ideals of the Aesthetic Movement.
Godwin was not, however, limited to a singular style as he was also inspired by Gothic, Chinese, Greek, Egyptian and Jacobean furniture. Above all, his desire was to create modern, functional pieces that were also exceptionally elegant.
John Boyd Textiles was established in Castle Cary in 1837 and to this day, they are still weaving the finest quality tail hair, from live horses, using the original looms and techniques from 1870.
Furniture designers such as Chippendale, Hepplewhite, Lutyens and Charles Rennie Mackintosh used horsehair for many of their designs. John Boyd Textiles is one of the last companies in the world still weaving hair cloth.
Houlès designs and creates the finest of trimmings and fabrics. This family owned company was formed in Paris, by father and son Félix and André Houlès, in 1928. The company, which began with one store at 18 rue Saint-Nicolas, is now established in over 160 countries.
Presidential residences and castles, such as le Château de Versailles, often select Houlès’ passements for their restoration projects.
We are happy to schedule a virtual viewing for this piece, answering any questions you may have, should you be unable to view it in person. Please contact us to schedule an appointment.
Two chairs are available.
U006
H:85 x W:41 x D:47.5
Condition report:
Excellent: The chairs have been fully restored and freshly upholstered.
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Estimated delivery time
One to two weeks
Free collection available
Yes
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- Ships from Glasgow, United Kingdom
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Last updated: 24th March 2025
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