Pair of 18th century English ash & elm Country Chippendale side chairs. The ogee shaped top rail having slight ears, above a fret-carved central splat, resting on square inner chamfered legs, joined by an “H” stretcher. The well upholstered pure wool small check, drop in seat (hand tacked) by C.W.Howell Upholstery. Over 35 years my upholsterer. Good overall warm toned patina. C.1780 H.92 W.50 D.46cm
Rare pair of 18th century green leather upholstered English side chairs. I purchased this rare pair of 18th century English Georgian side chairs from another dealer recently. Such a beautiful style that will never date. Very well leather upholstered many years ago, single piped and studded, see below, hand tacked (no staples) shows exceptional tradesman. H.96cm W.44cm D.60cm
First half 19th century French figured Elm on Oak Farmhouse Table. First half 19th century French figured elm on oak farmhouse table. The well patinated two plank deep-cleated top, resting on four oak tapered legs. C.1820 H.75cm W.2m D.80cm
Early 19th century English elm, ebonised, floral painted and gilt corner chair. Having a burgundy leather drop in seat. C.1800 H.77cm W.80cm D.60cm
Set of eight Fleur De Lis Chairs by Lucian Ercolani Customer consignment. Ercol Model 375 Gold Label Beech with Elm seats, the bowed top rail above three fret carved Fleur De Lis splats on an elm slight saddle seat resting on fine turned tapered legs, joined by a high matching H stretcher. If looking for a comfortable dining chair, these are surprisingly comfortable, well worth coming in to try! 1979
18th century English country Chippendale oak side chair. The central bowed top rail flowing into out-swept ears. The bold shaped central splat, flanked by tapered uprights joined to a two plank seat. With later cushion. The base with square outer moulded legs, joined by a rectangular “H” stretcher. C.1770 Good overall colour and patination. Still in need of re waxing.
18th century English country Hepplewhite elm and ash side chair. The ogee shaped top rail above a goblet shaped upright centre splat. The base having a single plank seat with later cushion, resting on square inner chamfered lags, joined by rectangular stretchers. Fantastic overall faded patina. Still awaiting a good re waxing. C.1780
Pair of 18th century English country Hepplewhite ash and elm side chairs. The shaped top rail above a vase shaped upright centre splat. The base having a moulded plank seat with later cushion, resting on turned, square front legs, joined by turned front stretcher and twin rectangular side stretchers. Still awaiting a good re waxing. C.1780
18th century English country Hepplewhite ash and elm side chair. The ogee shaped top rail above a simple scratch-moulded shaped upright centre splat. The base having a three plank seat with later cushion, resting on turned front legs, joined by well worn turned front stretcher and twin rectangular side stretchers. I love how country furniture at times combines several different styles and timbers. Such individuality and uniqueness indeed! Still awaiting a good re waxing. C.1780
Selling this rare set of eight 19th century well patinated French Louis XV style figured Walnut, dining chairs for a customer. This style of chair is reasonably easy to locate in France as they continued to make this ever popular style. But it’s rare to locate a large set of original period chairs, so that’s why I’m happy to sell. Second half 19th century.
Seven 20th century American oak windsor arm chairs. Having a wonderful overall well worn patina and attractive fret-carved rear splats. As always, the most comfortable chairs to dine on and locating sets isn’t easy. You could have four around your kitchen dining table and place the other three in many places around your home or apartment.
First half 19th century English hoop back Windsor arm-chair. Ash, fruitwood and elm. Thames Valley 1800 – 1840 H.86cm W.52cm D.50cm
Complete set of eight English Hepplewhite revival dining chairs, including two armchairs. A great find. The moulded bowed floral carved top rail, with tapered side supports and beautifully carved rear splat. Having comfortable wide upholstered seats, resting on square moulded tapered legs.
A rare set of six 1920s revival dining chairs. These chairs are around 100 years old. The 20s was a huge revival period. They have Queen Anne rear shaped splats and shaped top rails 1705. George I and George II cavletto style moulds 1714 – 1740 all blending so well. Would you believe I used bitumen to build this beautiful walnut/period oak colour. A long, complicated, somewhat monotonous restoration job indeed! Photographed by Russell Winnell.
Window display night shots Finally leaving my showroom this evening. Thought I’d make myself even later by taking a few window photos. Why not hey? I’m selling a beautiful harlequin set of 18th century English elm country Hepplewhite dining chairs for a customer, so popped one into my window. The incredible beauty of 240 years of patina shining in my window is worth staying back for.
Beautiful Yew wood pieces, sold over the years. Thought I’d create a few posts on beautiful yew wood pieces I’ve sold over the past few decade’s. Those who know me, know of my memory problem, due to an accident 28 years ago. I have a short term memory.