Made in Munster: The ancient art of súgán-making is woven into Irish family history

John’s chairs will last a lifetime, but he is also passing on his knowledge to a new generation, writes Ellie O’Byrne.

John Dowling owned a shop in Listowel, Co Kerry, when he was inspired by a chair his wife had had since childhood to try his hand at súgán chair making more than 15 years ago.