20th century French provincial farmyard oil on canvas. By J P Vezzeos 49 x 57cm I’m strongly considering re colouring the frame, or at least the oak mount, possibly gold touch the plaster frame. Years ago I wrote an article ‘To Frame or not to Frame’ for Period Style Magazine, you can see it under ‘Media’.
A few random snaps of the back room of shop. I could spend all day just photographing if I was able. From large contemporary art 2014 to my favourite botanical artist, Hendrick Draakestein 1686. 18th century French fruitwood dough bin, with 19th century English Parian Ware Jugs See video..
19th century French carved gilt wall mirror. The gilt finish well worn with many coats of polishes and varnishes over the centuries, to build the wonderful aged patina that only time can create… 65 x 55cm
Stylish 19th century French oak ebonised cushion mirror, with silver gilt acorn and oak leaf carved mouldings New to showroom. Originally purchased from a French dealers private home collection. 81 x 73cm
Mid century Venetian retro coloured glass serpentine shaped mirror. Fun in my showroom this afternoon, trying to photograph a mirror! 96cm Italy I pulled several mirrors out of storage this week. I’ll post others over the next few days.
19th century Japanese bronze temple bowl. With brass dragon faced open mouthed handles, mounted to a circular ebonised base. H.29cm Dia.40cm
19th century Japanese bronze temple bowl. AA2355 With brass dragon faced claw-feet, mounted to a circular ebonised base. H.21cm Dia.36cm
19th century English floral gilt decorated & painted tin tray on original black painted folding stand. The shaped moulded edge retaining much of the original gilt design. The painted surface includes a peacock and flowers. Fantastic condition. Cleaned and waxed in our workshop this morning. C.1890 H.44cm W.78cm D.59cm
Stunning mid century Italian Murano green and red Sommerso vase. Couldn’t help taking them all home. Mid century Italian Murano green and red Sommerso glass vase. 1955 30cm x 12cm Three 19th Century English glass dumps. 15cm 12.5cm 7cm Unusual Italian retro style brass and glass ball cluster table lamp on marble base. 57cm x 44cm
I bought an unusual Australian made retro vase today. I think I still like the original circular vase better, as makes a more traditional display. I’d love to hear what my friends think? And customers. I added photos of the circular vase and the last with the previous flowers.
20th century Australian hand painted pottery vase With outback landscape, blue sky and fine clouds. H.22cm Dia.24.5cm The larger with a hairline crack. H.32cm Dia.34cm
Large 19th century French gilt wall mirror. This mirror hung in our family room and featured in Australian Period Homestyle Magazine. The well patinated, decorative rectangular frame with designs of ribbons, flowers and leaves. Having traces of the original gilt finish. Retaining the original well aged mirror. 110 x 100cm