22 x original hand coloured copper engravings by Elizabeth Blackwell 1730

22 x original hand coloured copper engravings by Elizabeth Blackwell 1730

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

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Showing part of my wall displays.

Showing part of my wall displays.

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.

 

17th century Italian walnut side table.

17th century Italian walnut side table.

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

 

A selection of side tables in stock.

A selection of side tables in stock.

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.

Early 19th century French beech baking paddle.

Early 19th century French beech baking paddle.

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

 

 

 

Enjoying some old posts on my website from over a decade ago.

Enjoying some old posts on my website from over a decade ago.

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

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We are pleased to offer these superb photogravures from Karl Blossfeldt’s rare and beautiful work, Urformen der Kunst (Archetypes of Art), 1929.

Pair of 18th century English ash & elm Country Chippendale side chairs.

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

This beautiful vintage Erte flirting mirror is probably the most noticed and touched piece in my showroom.

This beautiful vintage Erte flirting mirror is probably the most noticed and touched piece in my showroom.

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

I recently sold this beautiful pair of Murano chandeliers.

I recently sold this beautiful pair of Murano chandeliers.

These were a perfect addition to their very nice home.

By chance my customer has a matching pair of Murano table candles to match, perfect.

It’s nice to share these in situ.

Rare pair of Italian Murano soft gold and clear glass five branch chandeliers
Having beautifully mixed flowers and leaves.

Restored and re wired to Australian standards.

Restoring this second half 18th century English oak cross-banded mule chest

Restoring this second half 18th century English oak cross-banded mule chest

We just finished restoring this second half 18th century English oak cross-banded mule chest for a customer.
There were also several structural repairs, eg top and back boards.
One drawer front had been replaced well over 100 years ago, however they neglected to cross band, so Eddie worked his magic.
Customers very happy with the results.