Selling three 19th century French Gras Bayonets for a customer CDS750 Two retaining the original scabbards 66cm The Gras bayonet was one of the last French sword bayonets. It was manufactured to fit the French model 1874 Gras infantry rifle.
Georgianised 19th century English oak long chest This week we finally completed a chest of drawers I purchased around a decade ago. I’m so glad I waited, as now looking perfect in my bedroom. I Georgianised a 19th century English oak long chest (Victorian) Originally had fancy shaped Victorian mouldings to the top and base. With turned rosewood handles, diamond shaped rosewood inlaid escutcheons and rosewood drawer cockbeading. Finished off with fancy turned feet.
The Johnston Collection 2010 – The Kitchen The Kitchen: The applied wall shelving was highlighted dark green and gold, from memory. We suggested to re paint to blend with the existing wall colour. Bridget Evans and Suzi Mann, cut back and re painted them, while the furniture was being placed. I had such a wonderful team back in 2010. Having the best suited assistance is imperative when running a specialist business. As you can see how nice they now blend in, rather than fighting for attention with ceramics. We were very proud of this change.
The Johnston Collection 2010 – Mr Johnston’s Study 2010 I was invited to re-arrange the entire contents of The Johnston Collection, to create my own interpretation and to give visitors to the house a fresh experience. I heard about the Johnston collection many years ago and on seeing it was ‘enthralled’ by the overall quality and uniqueness of Mr Johnston’s collection. Visually for me sometimes less is more and my initial reaction was to lighten the content. Thus began a process as an example, I placed one painting where previously there had been two, lots of subtle changes. I certainly don’t appreciate minimalism but on the other hand, I don’t like a cluttered appearance.
The Johnston Collection 2010 – The Yellow Room 2010 I was invited to re-arrange the entire contents of The Johnston Collection, to create my own interpretation and to give visitors to the house a fresh experience. I heard about the Johnston collection many years ago and on seeing it was ‘enthralled’ by the overall quality and uniqueness of Mr Johnston’s collection.
Dressing the Johnson Collection 2010 2010 I was invited to re-arrange the entire contents of The Johnston Collection, to create my own interpretation and to give visitors to the house a fresh experience. I heard about the Johnston collection many years ago and on seeing it was ‘enthralled’ by the overall quality and uniqueness of Mr Johnston’s collection.
Rearranging my showroom Always rearranging my showroom as selling a lot recently, so forever changing. My storerooms are emptying faster than I thought, so workshop is also busy preparing stock. Come see me Saturday if you’re not away for Easter. Coffees on me
Early 19th century French oak farmhouse table of large proportions I’m selling this fantastic, long French oak farmhouse table for a customer. Requires minor restorations and a good wax. The well faded three plank, cleated top, above a narrow skirt, resting on thick square tapered legs. C.1820. H.75cm. W.299cm D.85cm
18th Century French Oak Buffet Deux-Corps. Having a well worn, unrestored finish. These are usually over restored. Having pleasant carved details overall. H.238cm W.136cm D.50cm
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
Sunderland copper lustre and blue glazed English jug. Enjoying a nice glass of wine after close can be a good time to create or stuff up photo shoots! Unsure about this one, but decided to post anyway…
A rare 19th century Qing Dynasty gold leaf carved hanging panel of three Chinese gods. Surrounded by foliage. Carved entirely from one piece of wood. A private purchase from some time ago.
17th century English oak refectory table. A recent re-purchase I sold 20 years ago. Even though retiring soon, it’s impossible to not buy these magnificent pieces back. H.77cm W.212cm D.81cm In need of a good re-wax finish. Keep an eye on my posts to see once done..
First half 19th century French provincial walnut & fruitwood vigneron, wine tasting table on trestle base. Been some years since I’ve stocked one of these, this one in particular being the largest I have seen. The large perfectly faded and patinated circular five plank folding top, on two rectangular upright supports, having an attractive lyre-shaped twisting central support, retaining the original steel guide attached below the top. Resting on bold long sledge-feet. C.1840 H.73cm Dia.118cm