News from The English Furniture Workshop

October Newsletter Issue No. 26

The

English Furniture Workshop

Arts and Crafts shows its strength........

I am fascinated with the simplicity and beauty of Arts and Crafts furniture. The philosophy of the Arts and Crafts movement was an advocacy of traditional handmade craftsmanship using simple forms and high quality materials, instead of the poor quality machine produced items that were becoming popular during the latter half of the 19th Century. The Arts and Crafts movement flourished between 1860 and 1910 (especially the second half of that period), continuing its influence until the 1930s.

The sideboard and desk below are both wonderful examples of Arts and Crafts furniture. They were made between 1920 and 1930 and are beautifully simple and well made.

I hope you enjoy our Newsletter this month. If you would like any further information then please do not hesitate to e-mail or telephone us on 01295 780799. You can purchase our furniture and learn more about The English Furniture Workshop via our website at www.englishfurnitureworkshop.co.uk.

With Best Wishes,

Amanda.

Strength and Beauty - Arts and Crafts Furniture.....

An Arts and Crafts

Oak Sideboard £980

An Arts and Crafts

Oak Desk £600

Items for Sale this month.....
Please click on a photograph to go through to our website.

A beautiful Edwardian Oak Dresser -

Price £1045

This wonderful Edwardian oak dresser is a striking piece of furniture with detailed iron hinges and moldings, it is in excellent condition with all its original parts.

An Antique Teachers Desk Circa 1910.

Price £375

Furniture Painting Courses Dates for 2012.........

We now have our latest course dates for our Furniture Painting Workshops. Two one day courses will be held on the 27th and 28th April. Please contact us for more information or to book a place. You can see the itinerary on our website if you click on the picture below.

The Long Barn, Stowe, where our furniture painting courses take place.