Scarce 20th century Australian artists print and map drawers THIS ITEM HAS BEEN SOLD As you can see, I’ve used this for my 16th to 19th century unframed engravings over the years, As closing soon, have no more use. Drawer sizes vary, divided (x8): W.38cm D.51cm / full length (x5): W.78cm D.51cm H.89cm W.90cm D.69cm Above: A 19th Century carved French walnut mantle/wall mirror. Retaining the original, well aged bevelled mirror. H.115cm W.108cm
Several beautiful pieces I’ve sold recently. I know exactly where each piece sits, dressers, coffers, chests, farmhouse tables, chandeliers, art etc… Dealing in rare, more one off pieces has always been my way of trading. My sale is going strong, the best will always sell, so come see me soon
Rare large 19th century Painted Tortoise Shell Lamp THIS ITEM IS SOLD One similar on 1stdibs .com for $12,500 USD! H.76cm W.53cm D.26cm Selling for a customer, no GST.
Decorative 20th century hand painted Chinese vase 27 x 23cm Resting on an 18th-century English Oak Coffer. Beside a first half 20th century English lantern clock, in 17th-century style. A 19th-century four-fold hand-carved and painted Chinese lacquered screen. 19th-century French hand-carved gilt wall mirror, having the beautifully aged original mirror. In reflections, a first-quarter 18th century Elizabeth Blackwell hand coloured copper engraving ‘Wallflower’ 1737. A large 20th-century Australian female charcoal nude, drawn 1988.
Mid 17th century hand coloured copper engraving ‘Pseudo Struthium’ by Basil Besler 1640 In exceptional condition for a 380 year old engraving. Framed in my contemporary style, not using multiple mounts and a gilt frame. Engraving 52 x 41cm Frame 92 x 77cm Refer to an article on my website listed under media – To Frame or Not to Frame. You may enjoy the short story
19th Century Chinese Export Black Lacquered Screen 19th Century Chinese Export Black Lacquered Four fold Screen Beautifully decorated with peacocks, swans, grape vine and lotus flowers. Having a decorative peacock border Retaining some of the original gilt patination Still to be clean and restored C.1880 H.183cm W.162cm
Three early 17th century Basileus Besler First editions 1613 First editions 1613. Hand coloured copper engravings. 408 years old! I’ve always wanted to group frame Beslers, but have never had a group so well matched. I’m very excited to have this to offer my customers. Certainly something you won’t see anywhere else. Prints by Basil Besler from Hortus Eystettensis. Engravings with expert hand colouring. With typical text showing through and minor spots. Exceptional condition. Cartophyllus syluestris Melilotus Germanica Bistorta Maior Frame 88cm x 170cm Resting above a superb 18th century English oak dresser. Approx. 240 years old ❤️
A pair of unusually tall 19th Century Imari vases – AA1757 A pair of unusually tall 19th Century Imari vases. (A.F.) H: 46.5 cm W: 23 cm
19th Century Japanese pair of Imari hexagonal shaped vases – AA1754 19th Century Japanese pair of Imari hexagonal shaped vases H: 24 cm W: 16.5 cm
A decorative 20th Century Imari style bowl Stock AA1492A A decorative 20th Century Imari style bowl H: 3″ – 6.5 cm Diameter: 8″ – 18.5 cm
Late 19th Century Japanese Imari charger – CGT500 Late 19th Century Japanese Imari charger Early Meiji period 1880 Diameter: 40 cm
Kangaroo Plant – 1827 THIS ITEM IS SOLD Stock AA1738 ‘Kangaroo Plant’ First quarter Australian hand coloured framed lithograph. Dated 1827 52 cm x 42 cm
A Trio of 19th Century Chinese Watercolours of Musicians on Rice Paper A trio of 19th century Chinese watercolours of musicians on rice paper. Having a 3D appearance. Excellent colour. Recently reframed. Only sold as a trio. 16cm x 10cm
An unusual contemporary acrylic painting of a female face on dotted canvas – AA1914 Thailand 2010 169 cm x 140 cm
Jan Kip – A Rare Set of Early 18th Century English Copper Engravings of Grand English Estates A Rare Set of Early 18th Century English Copper Engravings of Grand English Estates By Jan Kip 1720 60 x 70cm Johannes “Jan” Kip (1652/53, Amsterdam – 1722, Westminster) was a Dutch draftsman, engraver and print dealer. Together with Leonard Knyff, he made a speciality of engraved views of English country houses.