Antique British Floral Parasol / Umbrella – Early 20th Century – Wooden Handle  

Description

Antique floral parasol / umbrella featuring a hand-sewn printed fabric canopy with soft botanical motifs and contrasting border panels. The umbrella has a wooden shaft and a decorative turned wooden handle with inlaid detailing and original wrist cord.

The interior ribs are stamped “THE ARMSTRONG REGD – BRITISH MAKE”, indicating British manufacture. The overall construction, materials, and printing style are consistent with early 20th century parasols, originally intended for sun protection rather than heavy rain use.

A genuine period decorative piece with visible age, ideal for display, theatrical use, photography, or collection.  

Features

• Authentic antique parasol / umbrella

• Marked “THE ARMSTRONG REGD – BRITISH MAKE” on interior rib

• British manufacture

• Estimated production era: c. 1910s–1920s

• Classic Edwardian / early interwar design aesthetic  

Materials & Construction

• Printed textile canopy with stitched multi-panel construction

• Blackened metal ribs and stretchers

• Wooden central shaft

• Turned wooden handle with inlaid decorative detailing

• Fabric-covered rib tips

• Original wrist cord attached

Condition

Antique condition consistent with age. Fabric shows areas of staining, discoloration, and age wear. Minor fraying and fabric thinning visible in places. Wooden handle and shaft show surface wear and patina. Mechanism opens and closes, though smooth operation is not guaranteed due to age.

Please review photos carefully as they form part of the description.  

Measurements (approx.)

• Length (closed): 24 in / 61 cm

• Canopy diameter (open): 30 in / 76 cm

(See ruler in photos)

Notes

This is an original antique item, not a reproduction. Sold as-is due to age. Best suited for display or light decorative use rather than modern weather protection.