Third quarter 19th century English figured mahogany toilet/make-up mirror. Selling on behalf of a pleasant local. The adjustable angled original mirror, on shaped supports, joined to an attractive serpentine shaped, moulded base. *Untouched C.1860 H.54 W.52 D.39cm Perfect as a gift for a young child to enjoy on their chest of drawers to gaze into..
After 35 years of business, I’ve made the decision to close end of April 2025. I have hundreds of pieces to clear. Over 100 pieces of art, rare 17th to 20th century pieces of furniture. Ceramics, glassware including contemporary, mirrors etc… So all stock reduced by 50% Many perfect special gifts for Christmas ✨ Looking forward to seeing you soon…
Copy of a mid 19th century English comb-back ash and elm Windsor armchair. THIS ITEM HAS BEEN SOLD A customer brought in this exceptional copy of a mid 19th century English comb-back ash and elm Windsor armchair yesterday, such a good late 20th century copy, in every way. I don’t sell copies, but remembered another customer was wanting an original, I called and showed her this one. SOLD! Certainly priced accordingly, but two very happy customers. A rare George III English oak dish-top lamp table. C.1770 H.69cm Dia.41.5cm Hanging above, “Caunga” Hand painted copper engraving, by Hendrik Draakestein. The first complete flora from the East Indies. Amsterdam 1686
A Mid Century European Crocodile Briefcase/Handbag THIS ITEM IS SOLD Exceptional, original condition. Hardly used. H.22 W.34cm D.9cm
An unusually narrow late 18th century English pine low dresser. THIS ITEM IS SOLD AA2621 The well patinated two plank moulded top, above a small central cock-beaded drawer, flanked by two longer drawers, having later but appropriate 19th century solid backplate brass handles, above an attractive shaped lower mould, resting on turned column front legs and plain rectangular rear legs. 1780 – 1820 H.85cm W.160cm D.45cm I sold this low dresser over 30 years ago, via interior designer Barb Brownlow and re purchased from same customers. Rarely does pine resemble oak so well. Centuries of waxes and different polishes creates this patina.
Rare pair of Italian Murano soft gold and clear glass five branch chandeliers THIS ITEM IS SOLD Having beautifully mixed flowers and leaves. Restored and re wired to Australian standards. H.75cm – with chain and cup H.1m W.70cm Can be adjusted to any height.
A rare first quarter 20th century, French Art Nouveau sculptured standard lamp. THIS ITEM IS SOLD An unusual new addition to my lighting. Cleaned, re wired and in window display. A rare first quarter 20th century, French Art Nouveau sculptured standard lamp. The gracefully scrolled, feminine shaped steel frame, having two amber and vaseline glass lamps. 2m x 60cm x 40cm
An unusually shaped 18th century English well faded mahogany D-end drop side dining table. To me one of the best English furniture designs. Such plain clean lines. So many uses. Sofa, Hall, Side, One end D, or a fully opened long oval dining table. Great overall fade, resembling straight grained walnut, with a fresh wax finish. H.73cm W.113cm Open to D 115cm Length opened 184cm
18th century English country figured walnut chest or drawers of smaller dimensions. The cross-banded quarter panelled, moulded top, above two short then three long graduated drawers with book-matched veneers and narrow cross-banding, retaining all original brass-work. The drawers flanked and separated by classic walnut double moulds, resting on plain bracket feet.
A large bronze two-tier 16 branch Flemish electrolier THIS ITEM IS SOLD A large bronze two-tier 16 branch Flemish electrolier. Cleaned and completely rewired to Australian standards. H. 125 cm Dia. 130 cm excluding cup and chain (may be extended to any height)
19th Century Style Flemish Brass Electrolier of Wide Proportions THIS ITEM IS SOLD 19th Century Style Flemish Brass Electrolier of Wide Proportions A double headed Eagle, above a beautifully turned coloumn, having eight scrolled arms. ‘One of the most intriguing and powerful ancient symbols is the mysterious double-headed eagle that has been with us for millennia. It is believed to be one of the world’s oldest symbols used by a number of diffrent ancient cultures. The earliest depiction of the double-headed eagle can be found on ancient Hittite monuments in central Anatolia. In the early 19th century, in Boğazkale, an old Hittite capital in modern-day Turkey Charles Texier discovered cylindric seals with clearly visible two-headed eagle with spread wings. The double-headed eagle motif originally dates from c. 3800 BC. The Hittites had worshipped the double headed eagle as the King of Heaven, who was also called the Hittite Bird of the Sun. The bird was their symbol to signify Hittite military power’ -messagetoeagle.com H.140cm Dia.120cm
A rare and unusual, early 20th century French walnut Art Nouveau open shelved sideboard. THIS PIECE HAS BEEN SOLD The beautifully grained thick moulded marble top, above three narrow moulded drawers, with intertwined grapevine brass handles, then two panelled doors with matching grapevine carvings and escutcheons, having the original brass shaped key. Flanked by open shelved ends, with matched moulded uprights, terminating to a slight splayed foot. Elegant design, inspiring the upcoming delightful Art Deco period. C.1900 H.101cm W.135cm D.48cm Above, A. A rare pair of 19th century Parisian Girandole four branch crystal and gilt table lamps. B. Vintage “Portmeirion” Sunflower botanical planter. C. ‘Chandelier D’or’ watercolour on paper 2019 Mali Moir 73 x 79cm Brachychiton bidwillii (scientific plant name) Zoom in on her perfect details. An exceptional watercolour by Mali Moir. In my opinion one of Australia’s most exceptional versatile artists. From botanicals to charcoals to portraits in any medium.
Rare 18th Century English Country Fruitwood Chest of diminutive proportions. This chest is entirely made from single planks of timber, including the unseen floor (see last photo) which we discovered while lifting through to showroom. The quarter sawn top and sides showing figurative grain, top with applied shaped mouldings. The four long graduated drawers with later but appropriate brass-work (also unusual as generally two short then three long drawers). Resting on a stylish, splayed bracket foot. With well faded colour and patination. H.94cm W.80cm D.45cm
First half 19th century English Oak Lancashire dresser The well patinated oak cleated, thumb moulded top, above a narrow central drawer and matching lower panelled door, flanked by two banks of three mahogany x-banded graduated drawers, with brass swan-neck handles. The facing front corners have stylish quarter columns and deep panelled sides. Resting an ogee shaped squatted bracket feet and matching flowing moulded skirt. Good overall warm coloured patination. H.91cm W.192cm D.59cm C.1850 This would certainly be the feature piece in your living or dining room. While sitting there looking fantastic, the many drawers can store a lot of your precious belongings. Perfect height to use as a serving table or place into a deep hallway as a stylish entry piece. Hanging above an arrangement of rare 17th to 19th century European hand coloured copper engravings. See many on my website under, Works of Art – Botanicals.
Beautifully shaped mid century Italian Murano champagne toned twelve branch chandelier. Never had a beauty quite like this before. Landed this week, cleaned, rewired and in window. AA2552 H.1m x 85cm Not including large ceiling cup and any length of chain required. SOLD