Liberty & Co. Stools
British
Long before Liberty became one of London’s most iconic luxury department stores, shoppers of the late 19th century knew it as Liberty & Co. — purveyors of fine silverware designed in the Art Nouveau style, Arts and Crafts-style furniture and an eclectic assortment of ornaments, fabrics, fashion and other goods from around the world.
British merchant Arthur Lasenby Liberty founded Liberty & Co. in 1875. Liberty dreamed of selling an assortment of fine wares he obtained in the Far East from a ship docked in the middle of one of London’s busiest shopping thoroughfares. However, he could only manage to borrow £2,000 from his father-in-law, so he settled for a small shop on Regent Street.
What began as a modest business grew exponentially over the next few years, and, by 1890, Liberty & Co. occupied most of Regent Street. Meanwhile, Liberty forged relationships with many British Art Nouveau artists and designers who were keen to work with one of the most prestigious retailers in London.
In 1899, Liberty & Co. hosted an exhibition showcasing a collection of silver pieces designed by notable silversmiths like Oliver Barker, Albert Edward Jones and Bernard Cuzner. A line of silverware called Cymric also debuted and was produced in partnership with silversmith W. H. Haseler of Birmingham and Liberty & Co.’s chief designer, Manx artist Archibald Knox. The innovative Cymric collection featured a blend of Art Nouveau with traditional Celtic style, including such pieces as candlesticks, spoons, bowls, tableware and jewelry.
Liberty & Co. also had a furniture workshop in Archway, London, run by Lawrence Turner and which employed carpenters to produce handcrafted, Arts and Crafts-style armchairs, stools, bookcases, cabinets, side tables and other furniture. Most of these high-quality and durable pieces were made of solid wood such as oak, mahogany and walnut. In addition to their own in-house creations, Liberty & Co. also sold furniture by other designers, including chairs by German architect Richard Riemerschmid.
Liberty died in 1917, and Liberty & Co. became Liberty of London after relocating to their iconic location on Great Marlborough Street in 1924. Ironically, the imposing Tudor Revival building is constructed from the timbers of two decommissioned British Navy ships — realizing Liberty’s original “ship-store” dream.
On 1stDibs, discover a range of antique and vintage Liberty & Co. serveware, seating and decorative objects.
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Creator: Liberty & Co.
Arts & Crafts Liberty & Co Oak & Leather Mission Footstool
By Liberty & Co.
Located in Norwich, GB
Arts & Crafts oak & leather Mission style footstool by Liberty & Co. The base applied with retailer's plaque 'Liberty Birmingham London & Paris'. Circa 1900.
Delivery included to th...
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Early 20th Century Mission Liberty & Co. Stools
Materials
Leather, Oak
Liberty & Co Oak Thebes Stool Circa 1915.
By Liberty & Co.
Located in Norwich, GB
A Liberty & Co oak Thebes stool. Circa 1915.
The stool has a dished seat raised on three splayed supports and retains the original finish, which has been lightly waxed. It is a good...
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Early 20th Century British Arts and Crafts Liberty & Co. Stools
Materials
Oak
Liberty & Co A Large Size Walnut Thebes Stool with ring turned legs & stretchers
By Liberty & Co.
Located in London, GB
Liberty and Co.
A rare large Walnut Thebes stool with studded leather seat with turned stretchers uniting the turned legs.
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Late 19th Century English Arts and Crafts Antique Liberty & Co. Stools
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Walnut
1890-1900 Liberty & Co "Thebes" Wood Stool
By Liberty & Co.
Located in Brescia, IT
CIRCA 1890
Curved seat frame on four turned legs united by stretchers, with interlaced seat
Excellent condition.
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Liberty & Co, an Arts & Crafts Moorish Oak Stool with Embossed Leather Seat
By Liberty & Co.
Located in London, GB
Liberty & Co., an Arts & Crafts oak stool with original embossed leather seat depicting flowers in bloom with stylized carved devices to all four sides and Moorish arched details.
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Liberty & Co. stools for sale on 1stDibs.
Liberty & Co. stools are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Liberty & Co. stools, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original stools by Liberty & Co. were created in the Arts and Crafts style in europe during the 20th century. Prices for Liberty & Co. stools can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,252 and can go as high as $5,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,329.
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- What is a Liberty print?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024A Liberty print is a pattern featured on fabrics made by the British company Liberty Fabrics. More than 45,000 of these prints have been unveiled since the founding of the brand in 1875. The company was initially called Liberty & Co. before the world came to know it as Liberty of London. Although they vary, Liberty prints typically share some similar characteristics, such as featuring natural motifs like flowers and leaves, flowing curved lines and patterning all over. Find a collection of vintage Liberty fabrics and furniture on 1stDibs.
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- Where is Liberty fabric made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Liberty fabrics are made near Lake Como, Italy. Every Liberty fabric begins with a pattern hand-drawn by in-house designers located in London. A team of skilled technicians oversees the production of the fabric, and Liberty Fabrics unveils around 150 new materials each year. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Liberty of London pieces.
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