{"product_id":"rare-jas-shoolbred-bentwood-lattice-back-chair","title":"Rare Jas Shoolbred Bentwood Lattice Back Armchair, c.1900–1910","description":"\u003ch1\u003eRare Jas Shoolbred Bentwood Lattice Back Armchair, c.1900–1910\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"98\" data-end=\"297\"\u003eAn exceptionally rare bentwood lattice back armchair attributed to Jas Shoolbred \u0026amp; Co., displaying an unusually progressive architectural form rarely encountered within surviving Edwardian furniture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"299\" data-end=\"572\"\u003eConstructed in stained bentwood beech with a sculptural pierced back and hand-caned seat, the chair sits within a fascinating transitional moment between late Arts \u0026amp; Crafts craftsmanship, Anglo-Japanese restraint, and the emerging simplicity of early modern English design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"574\" data-end=\"577\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1ma7m6t\" data-start=\"579\" data-end=\"594\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"596\" data-end=\"1026\"\u003e• Rare Edwardian bentwood armchair attributed to Jas Shoolbred \u0026amp; Co.\u003cbr data-start=\"664\" data-end=\"667\"\u003e• Circa 1900–1910\u003cbr data-start=\"684\" data-end=\"687\"\u003e• Sculptural curved hoop-back construction\u003cbr data-start=\"729\" data-end=\"732\"\u003e• Distinctive pierced lattice back design\u003cbr data-start=\"773\" data-end=\"776\"\u003e• Hand-caned seat\u003cbr data-start=\"793\" data-end=\"796\"\u003e• Turned front supports with angled rear legs\u003cbr data-start=\"841\" data-end=\"844\"\u003e• Visible brass dome-head fixings\u003cbr data-start=\"877\" data-end=\"880\"\u003e• Internal “B1” workshop stamp to underside\u003cbr data-start=\"923\" data-end=\"926\"\u003e• Uncatalogued and highly unusual design\u003cbr data-start=\"966\" data-end=\"969\"\u003e• Possibly a short-run or transitional production model\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1028\" data-end=\"1031\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"rmw5tv\" data-start=\"1033\" data-end=\"1047\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"16\" data-end=\"189\"\u003eThis rare bentwood lattice back armchair attributed to Jas Shoolbred \u0026amp; Co. represents an unusually progressive interpretation of early 20th century English furniture design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"191\" data-end=\"567\"\u003eConstructed in stained bentwood beech, the chair features a continuous curved hoop-back frame with individually applied pierced lattice sections secured using exposed brass dome-head fixings. The open back creates a strong architectural quality, allowing light and negative space to become part of the overall design rather than relying on carved ornament or heavy upholstery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"569\" data-end=\"812\"\u003eThe relationship between the turned front supports and the stronger angled rear legs adds further distinction, giving the chair a transitional character that sits somewhere between late Arts \u0026amp; Crafts furniture and emerging early modern design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"814\" data-end=\"1270\"\u003eAttributed through direct comparison with other identical surviving examples previously handled by Campbell Vintage, the model appears notably absent from surviving mainstream Jas Shoolbred catalogue production. Combined with the internal “B1” workshop stamp to the underside and the scarcity of known examples, the chair may represent a limited or short-run production model produced during a period of changing taste within the Edwardian furniture trade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1272\" data-end=\"1480\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eIncreasingly scarce and highly collectable, the chair works particularly well within Arts \u0026amp; Crafts, Japandi, and layered contemporary interiors where sculptural form and visible craftsmanship are prioritised.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3562\" data-end=\"3769\"\u003eFor readers interested in the evolving transition between late Arts \u0026amp; Crafts furniture and early modern English design, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/campbellvintage.co.uk\/blogs\/news\/rare-jas-shoolbred-bentwood-armchairs\" title=\"For readers interested in the evolving transition between late Arts \u0026amp;amp; Crafts furniture and early modern English design, a more detailed exploration of these rare Jas Shoolbred lattice back armchairs can be found in our accompanying editorial journal article examining their possible status as a short-run or experimental Edwardian design.\"\u003ea more detailed exploration of these rare Jas Shoolbred lattice back armchairs \u003c\/a\u003ecan be found in our accompanying editorial journal article examining their possible status as a short-run or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/campbellvintage.co.uk\/blogs\/news\/rare-jas-shoolbred-bentwood-armchairs\" title=\"For readers interested in the evolving transition between late Arts \u0026amp;amp; Crafts furniture and early modern English design, a more detailed exploration of these rare Jas Shoolbred lattice back armchairs can be found in our accompanying editorial journal article examining their possible status as a short-run or experimental Edwardian design.\"\u003eexperimental Edwardian design\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3771\" data-end=\"3774\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"7q4hfq\" data-start=\"3776\" data-end=\"3789\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3791\" data-end=\"3833\"\u003eHeight: 93cm\u003cbr data-start=\"3798\" data-end=\"3801\"\u003eWidth: 57.3cm\u003cbr data-start=\"3807\" data-end=\"3810\"\u003eDepth: 60cm\u003cbr data-start=\"3816\" data-end=\"3819\"\u003eSeat Height: 38.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3835\" data-end=\"3838\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"10kmwe5\" data-start=\"3840\" data-end=\"3852\"\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3854\" data-end=\"4009\"\u003eBentwood beech\u003cbr data-start=\"3868\" data-end=\"3871\"\u003ePierced lattice back construction\u003cbr data-start=\"3904\" data-end=\"3907\"\u003eHand-caned seat\u003cbr data-start=\"3922\" data-end=\"3925\"\u003eBrass dome-head fixings\u003cbr data-start=\"3948\" data-end=\"3951\"\u003eTurned and block supports\u003cbr data-start=\"3976\" data-end=\"3979\"\u003eDark stained polished finish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4011\" data-end=\"4014\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"hrykuu\" data-start=\"4016\" data-end=\"4028\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4030\" data-end=\"4318\"\u003ePresented in good antique condition with age-related surface wear, patina, and historic marks consistent with age and use. Cane seat remains usable with expected age-related variation and wear. Structural joints remain solid. Internal “B1” workshop stamp remains visible to the underside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4320\" data-end=\"4323\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"vl9257\" data-start=\"4325\" data-end=\"4343\"\u003eOrigin \/ Period\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4345\" data-end=\"4408\"\u003eAttributed to Jas Shoolbred \u0026amp; Co.\u003cbr data-start=\"4378\" data-end=\"4381\"\u003eEnglish\u003cbr data-start=\"4388\" data-end=\"4391\"\u003eCirca 1900–1910\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4410\" data-end=\"4413\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"qkxodk\" data-start=\"4415\" data-end=\"4437\"\u003eStyling Suggestions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4439\" data-end=\"4690\"\u003eAn excellent occasional or library chair for Arts \u0026amp; Crafts, Edwardian, Japandi, or layered contemporary interiors. The open lattice construction and curved bentwood frame allow the chair to maintain strong sculptural presence without visual heaviness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4692\" data-end=\"4695\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1hryhf7\" data-start=\"4697\" data-end=\"4703\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1aranqe\" data-start=\"4705\" data-end=\"4754\"\u003eHow is the chair attributed to Jas Shoolbred?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4756\" data-end=\"4986\"\u003eThe attribution is based on direct comparison with other identical examples previously handled by Campbell Vintage retaining original Jas Shoolbred retailer’s labels, together with the chair’s highly distinctive construction and design characteristics associated with the firm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"qy0rng\" data-start=\"4988\" data-end=\"5026\"\u003eWhy is this chair considered rare?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5028\" data-end=\"5177\"\u003eVery few identical examples have surfaced publicly and the design does not currently appear within surviving mainstream Shoolbred catalogue material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"7alvf0\" data-start=\"5179\" data-end=\"5213\"\u003eWhat makes the design unusual?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5215\" data-end=\"5404\"\u003eThe combination of pierced lattice work, exposed fixings, bentwood construction, and restrained architectural form gives the chair a notably progressive appearance for the Edwardian period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"5406\" data-end=\"5409\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1xn5imh\" data-start=\"5411\" data-end=\"5427\"\u003eUnique Points\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5429\" data-end=\"5703\"\u003eThe chair appears to occupy a transitional space between late Arts \u0026amp; Crafts furniture and emerging early modern design. Its undocumented status, workshop stamp, and unusually advanced visual language strongly distinguish it from conventional Edwardian seating of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Campbell Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57109517599095,"sku":"1002108","price":1200.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0476\/1459\/1133\/files\/DSCF6035_cdfe4c44-c3b2-4a53-abb8-d853952fe7b6.jpg?v=1779364960","url":"https:\/\/campbellvintage.co.uk\/products\/rare-jas-shoolbred-bentwood-lattice-back-chair","provider":"Campbell Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}