Delightful 19th century French crystal ball chandelier
H.85cm Dia.46cm
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A day in the life of an antique dealer.
Had to bank a cheque this morning, sold a particularly nice small sized Regency style chest of drawers yesterday, several of my customers still use cheques.
Drove down to Acland St to deposit and had a coffee at Abbey Road Cafe.
My friend, the prettiest, grooviest, waitress in Melbourne, Simonè, always brings me the perfect coffee…
20th century French provincial farmyard oil on canvas.
By J P Vezzeos
49 x 57cm
I’m strongly considering re colouring the frame, or at least the oak mount, possibly gold touch the plaster frame.
Years ago I wrote an article ‘To Frame or not to Frame’ for Period Style Magazine, you can see it under ‘Media’.
18th century English Oak refectory/sofa/side table
The well patinated thick, single plank top above a rectangular moulded skirt, resting on well-turned legs, joined by bold stretchers.
H.76cm
W.151cm
D.74cm
A few random snaps of the back room of shop.
I could spend all day just photographing if I was able.
From large contemporary art 2014 to my favourite botanical artist, Hendrick Draakestein 1686.
18th century French fruitwood dough bin, with 19th century English Parian Ware Jugs
See video..
19th century French carved gilt wall mirror.
The gilt finish well worn with many coats of polishes and varnishes over the centuries, to build the wonderful aged patina that only time can create…
65 x 55cm
RESTORATION: Late 17th Century Charles II carved walnut chair.
Originally had a matching caned seat.
Had been upholstered years ago,
with borer eaten front seat rail.
Fantastic repairs by Eddie, polishing by Jack and colouring by me.
Craig Howell, upholsterer dropped the chair back today.
Looking great!!
Merrin will be a happy vegemite
Stylish 19th century French oak ebonised cushion mirror, with silver gilt acorn and oak leaf carved mouldings
New to showroom.
Originally purchased from a French dealers private home collection.
81 x 73cm
Recent shipment of Italian Murano and coloured glass chandeliers
I’ve had a shipment of Italian Murano and coloured glass chandeliers arrive this week.
Also a few Italian and french crystal chandeliers.
Looking forward to when all cleaned, restored and re wired to hang throughout my showroom.
Mid century Venetian retro coloured glass serpentine shaped mirror.
Fun in my showroom this afternoon, trying to photograph a mirror!
96cm
Italy
I pulled several mirrors out of storage this week.
I’ll post others over the next few days.
19th century French oak refectory/dining/sofa table.
SOLD before in showroom!
The well patinated three plank cleated top, above a narrow skirt, resting on rectangular chamfered legs, with octagonal moulded feet, joined by a rectangular moulded ‘H’ stretcher.
Great overall colour and patination.
2.2m x 70cm
Cleaned,lightened, highlighted and re wax finished.
C.1880 France
This table will be enjoyed as a stylish long sofa table in a bright spacious living area overlooking the most beautiful green farmland and rolling hills, can’t wait to see in situ.
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.
19th century Japanese bronze temple bowl.
With brass dragon faced open mouthed handles, mounted to a circular ebonised base.
H.29cm Dia.40cm
19th century English pewter potty.
Used in displays for over 30 years.
H.11cm W.29cm
19th century Japanese bronze temple bowl. AA2355
With brass dragon faced claw-feet, mounted to a circular ebonised base.
H.21cm Dia.36cm
19th century English floral gilt decorated & painted tin tray on original black painted folding stand.
The shaped moulded edge retaining much of the original gilt design.
The painted surface includes a peacock and flowers.
Fantastic condition. Cleaned and waxed in our workshop this morning.
C.1890
H.44cm
W.78cm
D.59cm