Walcot and Co

Description

A classic oak hooded straw back Orkney chair, c 1950s.  This chair was commissioned and hand made in Kirkwall, Orkney Islands.  Oak frame with carved detail to the arms, hooded straw back rest (oat grass sewn with bent grass), and a woven rush removable seat.  The hooded versions of these chairs were designed to offer warmth, and are much harder to come by. This one is In very good original condition.

A true design classic, the Orkney chair with it’s distinctive straw back was one of the icons of the Arts and Crafts movement.  Produced in the workshops of the Orkney Islands (Scotland), they were retailed by Liberty & Co and continue to be made today. This one dates to the 1950s. 

These chairs were traditionally made in either gentlemen, ladies or children's size. This one is the traditional lady's size. Dimensions:  H150cm, H43cm (to seat), W56cm, D50cm.
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