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Today I added Mali Moir’s ‘Cape Warthog’ moving Lucinda Chambers ‘Long Distance Love’
above the Italian retro rosewood sideboard.
I’m also trying Martin Tighe’s ‘Still Water’
Keeping Lydia Ciconte’s ‘Bush Fire Burning’ in the entrance, above the mid 18th century
English oak low dresser.
Looking forward to Russell Winnell photographing all when completed very soon…
So glad I never sold this fantastic original 70s French Retro optic fibre lamp many years ago.
Something made me keep it✨
Restoration of a 20th century retro rosewood sideboard.
Five after photos, then three before.
We couldn’t work out exactly what had been applied to the lacquered finish to make such a patchy mess.
Heavily cleaned back, removing all damages and paint spots.
Re french polish, colour damage during process, cut back and wax finish.
Very happy customer!
Australian Period Home Style Article
Every day, at least one customer walks into my shop and asks..
“Does brown furniture still sell?
We took all of our Victorian/Edwardian/Deco/French furniture to auction
and got nothing compared to what we paid for it in the ‘80s or ‘90s, so how can you be doing so well?”
While the selection and purchase of antiques can appear intimidating, it doesn’t have to be. Just as in love, the golden rule of modern decorating stands that opposites attract. Put two opposing forces in a room together and you’ll master the art of mixing modern and antique.
After all, variety is the spice of life (and decorating). This is is the abiding philosophy of master decorator Jamie Allpress from Allpress Antiques. Based in Malvern, Victoria, Australia, his approach to decorating your home has made him one of the country’s most sought after interiors specialists, leaving a portfolio of enviably, and tastefully decorated homes in his wake.
Layering your home with di erent periods and price tags creates a rich and varied, not to mention unique, decor. e interior designer says it’s time to step out, be brave and mix precious with pop to punctuate. If decorators remember to make antique pieces part of their interior design, and not just an a erthought, an impressive antique can easily become the highlight of any home. However, small gestures can still be introduced to provide the nishing touches and have just as much of an impact. Allpress suggests angling your lighting to highlight these features.
The main objective was to photograph the dining room containing the John Weinman 1736 prints that I had supplied. I also photographed the Beslers 1613 that had been previously supplied and framed by Stuart Rattle. I placed several pieces of my stock that matched my art. Including the C18th English Burr elm chest of drawers, Photographer: Russell Winnell, August 2012 [ View Original Article ] (PDF) Antiques dealer Jamie Allpress invites us into his recently completed Melbourne home to show us how antiques can be integrated into a modern environment. 19th Century French oak farmhouse table Having a well patinated six plank top above a plain frieze, housing three long functional drawers with later turned handles. Resting on square chamfered legs (restorations). C.1870 H.77 cm W.199 cm D.88 cm AA7962 $9,500 SOLD An impressive large enamelled mixed media on canvas by Ngurah Atamja 200cm x 300cm 2014 $16,500 Reduced to $8,250 This 19th Century Oak & Chestnut French Buffet is of extraordinarily long proportions. The rectangular moulded top above four moulded drawers, retaining their original long handles, with starburst carvings between. Set above four beautifully carved, shaped, fielded, panelled doors. Having original escutcheons, locks and key, resting on short cabriole legs. 1880-1920 SOLD H:3’ 2” – 98 cm W:9’ 6” – 290 cm D:1’ 7” – 47 cm An outstanding and rare late 17th Century Oak and Elm primitive Windsor armchair – Wales. The slanted upright plank back slotted through the single plank bowed arm on four bobbin turned supports joined to the elm saddle seat raised by four tapered out swept legs. Dated 1697 with the initials later gouged out and showing signs of very old repairs including shaped iron braces applied by hand made nails. Note: This chair is worthy of a museum and will probably never leave my personal collection. I have had the chair photographed in complete detail to display on my website and to be included in a future publication. AA0803 $110,000 not negotiable. An exceptional 17th Century English Oak Coffer – SOLD The two plank hinged top, with exceptional strapwork carving to the framework, the front with stylised foliations. Note the secret drawer to the apron and the remains of the original knuckle hinges. Having outstanding overall colour and patination with nearly 400 years of waxes and polishes to create this finish. C. 1630 SOLD H.78.5cm W.129.5cm D.56.5cm 20th Century English mahogany wing chair in George II style – SOLD Rare 18th Century oak wine table – Isle of Man. The well patinated circular top supported by a beautifully turned column, raised on three down swept cabriole legs terminating in boot feet. The shaped legs resembling the Isle of Man flag. The flag features three running legs bent at the knees conjoined at the centre. Local residents of the Isle of Man explain that the legs turn anti-clockwise so that they don’t kneel to the English. The use of the emblem on the flag in the Isle of Man dates back to the 13th Century. $17,500 not negotiable Late 18th Century French chestnut and oak armoire The shaped cornice above a slight floral inlaid top rail, with two book-matched chestnut cleated doors retaining the original escutcheons, lock and key. Having a shaped skirt, resting on plain cabriole shaped legs with triple panelled sides. Note the matched inlay continues from the skirt through to the top rail. Good overall colour and patination. The interior houses two brass rails and can be readjusted to having one hanging rail and a center shelf below if preferred. 1780 – 1800 H:223 cm W:147 cm D:54 cm $11,000 Reduced to $7,500 An Exeptional 18th Century English Mahogany standing corner cabinet. The carved shaped moulded cornice having greek keywork design, above two glazed astragal doors retaining the original imperfect wavey glass and a brushing slide. The base having one long triangular drawer with decorative brass swan-neck handles then two moulded panelled doors with a carved cartouche to each corner. Resting on shaped bracket feet. Good overall colour and patination. Note: The interior lined in a moire taffeta and matching painted shaped shelving. C.1770 H.206cm W.116cm D.48cm This fabulous peice has been in my home for the past 30 years. Having sized down I am slowly selling off some of my private collection $12,500 Reduced to $7,500 An exciting enamelled mixed media on canvas of an Aborigional styled tree with birds.- 2013 H.150cm W.120cm $3,500 Country Road Leather Sofa $2,800 H.82cm W.215cm D.140cm SOLD First half 20th Century French Maria Theresa 12 branch Crystal Chandelier This chandelier is unusual as it doesn’t have a central column. The joined frame supports all rather than a central column with branches. Having brass body and crystal mounts and drops Dia. 90cm H. 80cm C.1930 $7,500 Reduced to $5,500 A rare pair of mid 17th Century french walnut and oak ‘tabourets de chanters’ (cantor’s stools) having fantastic colour and patination. C. 1640 Provenance: John D. Dunn Antiques 1980 H: 58.5 cm W: 34 cm D: 27.5 cm $7,700 Late 18th Century French walnut and fruitwood jardinier. The five plank canted bin having a center vase carving with wheat and grape vines protruding with a carved beaded edge. Resting on a decorative base with profuse floral carving to the top frieze raised by turned graduated supports on leaf carved cabriole legs joined by shaped carved stretchers with a floral leaf and ribbon carved decoration having an arrow pierced hung heart to the center. Note: Having a fitted steel box to hold flowers or to fill with ice and display your champagnes, wines or softdrinks. 1770 – 1800 $7,800 Reduced to $6,600 H.86cm W.96cm D.44cm Lansell Road 2012 Photographer: Russell Winnell, 2012 Bedroom Pair Englemann botanicals C.1830 and a Draakestein 1686 above the chest Architect Robert Simeoni Good friends of ours recently completed their wonderful modern home, I asked them if I could borrow the house for a day and add a little of my own styling. I felt it went well, the final photos will be offered to an appropriate publication as I feel the general public should be shown just how easy it is to make your home interior more individual. It’s important to be a little different from everyone else, make your home interesting and a talking point! In 2009, a customer was selling their home in Elwood and asked me to dress it up for the viewing. It was an interesting Art Deco home on the canal. The process was quite simple, I removed ninety percent of their furniture and items, retaining their sofas. The carpet was removed, the floors polished and the walls were repainted. Then I looked over the property to decide on the best pieces of stock to dress their home. One good truck load and few strong men and everything was in place. The agents loved it and the house was sold successfully. This is one of the services I provide. A Day in the Life of a Dealer in Antiques Jamie Allpress – by Carolyn McDowell – The Culture Concept Circle “Every now and then my long-term customers receive a nice surprise, something they purchased in the 1970s, say an English oak dresser that broke their bank at $500 is now retailing for between $20,000 to $30,000. These experiences make my business very satisfying. The next day, on my way in to the shop, I have an appointment to advise on placing furniture and art with a leading decorator in a wonderful home that is still a blank canvas”. See article here “Style Riches” This morning I farewelled an old friend and business associate. Geoff Fiske was my first antique dealer customer when I started my restoration business in my garage in Footscray in the 80s. This twin bedroom design was inspired by a wilful little girl and her excitable younger sister. A pleasant mid 19th century French fruitwood and oak side table. The well patinated three plank moulded pear wood top, above an oak base. Fantastic overall deep colour and patination. C.1850 H.70cm But I’m retiring in my own time. A wonderful antique English jug or pitcher from the mid 1800s. with a stippled lilac background, a wide spout, reeded handle, and grapes with vines and bows in relief on the surround. My best guess is Samuel Alcock of Cobridge, Staffordshire, whose pottery produced beautiful molded jugs. H.18cm Below is a wonderful article written and published by my beautiful friend Carolyn McDowell, passed away 2019. Jamie Allpress of Allpress Antiques at Malvern in Melbourne, enjoys collecting charming ceramic jugs, which were originally created to hold liquid. I share his passion, especially for well-shaped jugs that can be used to hold fresh flowers stylishly. See article here “Jamies Jugs”
Orrong Road 2012.
I had also supplied the Blackwells 1730 and the Muntings 1696 up the stair well and flowing through to the guest bathroom.
While doing this I placed several Draakesteins 1686 and the Trew ‘Bananas’ 1750 to make the most of the photo shoot.
18th Century English country Hepplewhite cherry-wood occasional chair, Early C19th English oak wine table on beautiful scrolled out-swept legs,
GII English Country oak writing bureau of small proportions and a beautiful faded French Cherry-wood farmhouse table.
Late 18th Century English Yew-wood Windsor armchair.
Every one of the pieces has long sold. Funny thing,
I know exactly where each of them is sitting around Australia.
No memory for names etc… but important stock, not a problem.
Labour of Love – Period Style Magazine
Lansell Road 2012.
Brighton Home 2012.
Styling Jamie Allpress
Photos Russell Winnell
Elwood on the Canal 2009.
A Day in the Life of a Dealer in Antiques.
Rest in peace, Geoff Fiske.
Geoff introduced me to John Ainger, E.J. Ainger Auctions.
Kimpton Interiors Twin Bedroom Design featuring our side table
The long single drawer retaining the original steel drop handle, resting on fine turned legs, joined by a matching turned ‘H’ stretcher, with a turned fruitwood central finial.
W.75cm
D.48cm
Confirming; I am retiring!
I’m in no hurry, so probably about one year or so, as I have so much stock stored away to sell…
Reasons for retiring:
1. Premier and his $@&+% mates👎🏽.
Was going to retire a little later, he’s pushed things forward.
2. 31 years in business and 44 years in the trade!
It’s time to change and have a second life.
Most probably in Europe for two thirds year and Melbourne the rest.
So long as what’s his face is gone!
3. European history and architecture.
I can’t wait to see every inch of every country. Holidays have never been long enough.
4. Kids out of school, No more private school fees!! and I’m single! Yay!!!
So this is not a RUG SHOP closing down SALE, it’s a genuine retirement sale.
Pieces discounted between 20% – 50%
My stock is selling very quickly, so if you like something, come in.
I may keep this shop, even when overseas? There’s many other things I can do here…
Perfect location for anything unique and interesting.
I have many ideas…
Have a good look through my website and regular Instagram posts.
New Shipment of Lighting has just arrived from Europe!
Decorative 19th Century Lilac English Salt Glaze Jug
W.11cm
D.14cm
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