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Charlie’s farewell at Behruz recently
I’m so happy I popped in to see Charlie give his gift of appreciation to Amir & Omid, for having him work there this year.
Charlie had the number plate ‘Behruz’ made. Was very special seeing them open the box.
The boys and entire wonderful staff have been a true blessing for Charlie, like a second family.
I cleverly (not) sold my art drawers, architectural drawers last week
Cleaning them up before delivery to a very nice couple.
But yesterday I purchased a huge amount of incredible 17th – 18th century botanicals. Besler’s 1613, Blackwell’s 1730 amazing 18th century palm engravings.
The beauty of plants and flowers in your home.
I recently replaced the plants to my jardinier in living/dining room. They’re quite perfect, but very hard to photograph.
I have many plants inside and outside my apartment, most belonged to my mother Nina, so I love having them around.
I look after my plants even compliment every now and then..
The flowers I regularly place on my dining table “interlopers” to the indoor plants are also well maintained, trimmed and re watered, to last as long as possible.
Thought I’d take a few quick snaps this morning and post.
Flowers and antiques blend beautifully ✨
Ongoing Retirement Sale
Two out of three storerooms SOLD!
My son, Charlie will be joining the business next year and eventually taking over.
It’s wonderful having his fresh energy involved.
UP TO 50% OFF all stock.
Come in and see the rarest pieces in Australia!
A few showroom snaps before leaving for the weekend.
19th Century English ‘William & Mary’ style, Yew & Walnut Chest on Stand.
A recent purchase from another dealer.
The chest had been coloured to a dark green oak and had been lacquered.
I could tell there was something more special beneath that finish.
As soon as we started cleaning it back, we discovered the Yew wood cross-banding then the solid Yew wood base.
Such a wonderful discovery!
A Beautiful Pair of Red Painted Leadlight Antique Doors.
H 207cm
First half 19th Century English faded Rosewood sofa/side table
The figured book matched, rectangular top above two narrow drawers.
Retaining the original turned handles, on a well turned, finely carved decorative base.
C.1830
H.74cm
W.122cm
D.61cm
Charlie’s second restoration job.
18th century English country oak gate-leg table.
Charlie restored this table for Behruz, where it sits in their entrance foyer to the centre of a stunning rug.
Charlie’s worked with Amir, Omid and all their wonderful staff for some time now, until he departs for Thailand later this month.
This is Charlie’s ‘thank you’ to the boys
Three framed 19th century Wolters pears
Charlie Allpress polishes his first piece
Thanks to Jack for showing him.
I look forward to continuing to teach Charlie restoration skills…
Several stylish 20th century European paperweights and a 19th century English green bubbled glass dump.
Very tasteful gifts for family and friends..
The taller of the pair – Glassworks from Czech Republic.
The dome – Krosno, Poland
H. Between 16cm – 4cm
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
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.















