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The large single plank quarter sawn walnut top having a zebra grained effect, above a plain frieze, resting on an unusual labyrinth of barley twist legs and angled stretchers.
William and Mary influence in the styling of the base. Early 18th Century style revived in the second half of the 19th Century.
C.1870
H.79cm W.110cm D.64.5cm
Arrived in showroom recently, one of the largest botanical collections I’ve purchased at one time.
Original hand coloured copper engravings by Elizabeth Blackwell 1730
‘A Curious Herbal’ was published between 1737 and 1739.
The book contained the first illustrations of many odd-looking, unknown plants from the New World.
64.5 cm x 51.5 cm
Photos taken within three meters of wall space in my showroom today.
18th century English George III country oak low standing chest of drawers.
My personal small collection of Drip Glazed, Australian Deco Regal Mashman pottery. Always loved them.
I’m explaining this table in full detail, to show why I love English country oak, elm, chestnut, ash, fruitwoods, walnut and beech, as no two pieces really are quite the same.
(Unlike town pieces, especially 18th – 19th century mahogany’s, predictably perfect.)
Such an interesting table, with various periods included in the making.
The well patinated thick single plank top, above a deep geometric drawer, having a divided interior, with carved star motifs and bold steel key.
Resting on well turned legs, joined by square stretchers, on matching bun feet.
Note, the top without visible shrinkage, as one plank. Thickness of top 3.5cm
C.1660
H.64cm W.84cm D.59.5cm
This table should be in an English museum.
C.1770
H.72cm
W.76cm
D.50cm
17th – 19th century, English and French with art and decorative items from 17th to 21st centuries.
The few recent side tables included will be posted soon.
Take a look under Furniture, English or French, Tables, Side Tables, to see full details.
Makes an interesting table or corner decoration. Would also be a great cheese board or decorate with fruits as I do.
C.1800
170 x 43cm
Resting on a French figured elm farmhouse table of the same period.
Well patinated two plank deep-cleated top, on four oak tapered legs.
H.75cm W.2m D.80cm
That’s what’s so special dealing in rare one off pieces of furniture and art.
Sometimes I repost sold items as they’re worth sharing.
Karl Blossfeldt’s photogravures 1929
Stock CGW381537-2
We are pleased to offer these superb photogravures from Karl Blossfeldt’s rare and beautiful work, Urformen der Kunst (Archetypes of Art), 1929.
I recently contacted my friend and European art supplier and have purchased the last Picasso’s he had.
Unframed limited edition lithographs
Printed in France
73 cm x 58 cm
Note: Two are double sided, but same price.
Le Chat now framed and SOLD
Stock AA0987-3
‘Why poor lil’ mose left school poor lil’ mose’
Richard Felton Outcault
One of five early 20th Century American cartoons from the New York Herald
1901
28.5 x 36.5 cm
With thanks to Geoff Fisk, Fisk Antique Galleries, Malvern.
Geoff introduced me to them back in the 80s when I was his restorer.
H.110cm Dia.90cm.
Height including original crystal ceiling cup and chain.
Arrived in recent shipment.
Cleaned, shined up and re wired to Australian standards.
The well patinated two plank cleat-moulded top, above two short, then three long graduated narrow moulded drawers, having brass swan-neck handles.
Resting on classic shaped bracket feet.
Great overall faded patina.
C.1770
H.94cm
W.104cm
D.54cm
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
While cleaning the mirrors outside today, I noticed the blue sky and clouds in the reflections.
A signed decorative 20th Century French bronze ‘Coquette’ sculptured limited edition bronze folding mirror – Signed Erte.
‘Coquette’ – a mid 17th Century French word meaning a woman who flirts in a mirror.
Signed Erte (1892 – 1990)
Impressed C. 1985 R K PARKER # 213 / 250
Extremely Rare.
Note: The professional photos by,
Russell Winnell Photography.
H: 39 cm W: 63 cm