21st Nov, 2023 10:00
Modern Art & Design
285
Edward Barnsley CBE (1900-1987) and The Barnsley Workshop
Edward Barnsley CBE (1900-1987) and The Barnsley Workshop, an Australian blackbean wood and boxwood strung chest of four graduated drawers with turned handles, on a raised plinth base, stamped 'BARNSLEY'
106cm wide, x 45.5cm deep x 84cm high
Footnote:This lot has been authenticated by the Edward Barnsley Educational Trust in 1993 as having been made in 1956 for Mr Rowland Laye by George Taylor in approximately 182 hours.
Edward Barnsley was the son of Sidney Barnsley (1865-1926), he was educated at Bedales School which his father had helped to design alongside Ernest Gimson, whose influence plays large over the work of this famous Cotswold family. Edward trained with Geoffrey Lupton in Froxfield and struck out alone in 1923. The Barnsley Workshop is synonymous with the finest quality workmanship and design, frequently working on bespoke commissions and continues the legacy today.
Sold for £2,800
Edward Barnsley CBE (1900-1987) and The Barnsley Workshop, an Australian blackbean wood and boxwood strung chest of four graduated drawers with turned handles, on a raised plinth base, stamped 'BARNSLEY'
106cm wide, x 45.5cm deep x 84cm high
This lot has been authenticated by the Edward Barnsley Educational Trust in 1993 as having been made in 1956 for Mr Rowland Laye by George Taylor in approximately 182 hours.
Edward Barnsley was the son of Sidney Barnsley (1865-1926), he was educated at Bedales School which his father had helped to design alongside Ernest Gimson, whose influence plays large over the work of this famous Cotswold family. Edward trained with Geoffrey Lupton in Froxfield and struck out alone in 1923. The Barnsley Workshop is synonymous with the finest quality workmanship and design, frequently working on bespoke commissions and continues the legacy today.
All over in good condition. The top with several ring marks, minor water spotting and light scuffs and scratches. The drawers running smoothly. Top drawer with some stained to interior, lock replaced and possibly escutcheon replaced. The drawer front with scattered coffee spatter marks. And light scuffs and scratches. The stringing in good condition. Handles original and in good condition.
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Auction: Modern Art & Design, 21st Nov, 2023
Chorley's autumn modern art & design sale spans the modern era from from the early 19th century to contemporary art and design. The auction includes a broad selection of Arts & Crafts furniture and works of Art, including a collection from the studio of William Simmonds and his seminal work of 'The Black Mare'.
Viewing
19th November 2023 | 10am - 4pm
20th November 2023 | 9am - 4pm
