ENGLISH, POSSIBLY HOME ARTS & INDUSTRIES ASSOCIATION
ARTS & CRAFTS SIDE CABINET, CIRCA 1890
£1,071
Auction: Lots 1 to 336 | 16th October at 10am
Description
carved oak, with patinated steel fittings
Dimensions
84.5cm wide, 138cm high, 31cm deep
Footnote
Note: The Home Arts and Industries Association, founded in 1884 by Eglantyne Louisa Jebb, aimed to revive traditional British handicrafts and provide employment opportunities for rural communities. The association promoted various crafts such as woodwork, pottery, weaving, and metalwork. It sought to preserve traditional skills while empowering individuals, particularly in rural areas, to achieve economic independence through craftsmanship. The movement was part of a larger Arts & Crafts revival that emphasized the value of handmade goods in response to industrialisation. The association also held annual exhibitions and craft competitions, fostering both artistic expression and social improvement.