Everything reduced by 60% to clear all…

Everything reduced by 60% to clear all…

I can’t take it with me.

40 relief chromo lithographs of English fern leaves, having raised print on branches.
C.1870
23cm x 15cm

“Picasso Toros Y Toreros” Editions Published by Cercle d’ Art, Paris 1961
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

Early 20th Century Australian Photo Lithograph of Melbourne Treasury Building
In a beautiful birds eye maple frame.
1900
62.5 cm x 63

A Collection of Rare Mid 19th Century French, Hand Coloured Wood Engravings
Watercolours and vegetable dye inks.
1855 France

‘Goody Two Shoes, Aladdin & The Yellow Dwarf’

From the best wood engraver of the 19th century.
Artist-Designer Walter Crane (1845-1915)
Printed and Engraved by Edmund Evans (1826-1905)
Extremely rare.
28x23cm – 45x27cm

Willughby Fish – Mola Salu – 1680
Francis Willughby (1635-1672)
From the first large work on fishes in England, marking a new era in ichthyology that clearly described and classified fishes according to nature and based on their characteristics drawn only from their structure.
Framed H. 46.5 cm W. 49 cm

Natural History – Dumond D’ Urville
Insectes Coleopetres by C.E. Blanchard
Hand coloured steel engravings of beetle specimens from Ambon (Moluccas), New Zealand and Tonga.

From the Atlas volume of Dumont d’Urville’s Voyage au Pole Sud et dans I’Oceanie sur les Corvettes I’Astrolabe et la Zelee, pendant les annees, 1837-40 (Paris’ Hombron et Jacquinot, 1842)

The Exercise of Armes – de Gheyn
An important and early work on military arms commissioned by Maurice of Orange
1607

“Divini Amoris Embelata”
Otto Van Veen also so known as Octavius Vaenius (1556-1629)
A Dutch painter and humanist who is well known for his Emblem books.
1615

Longmate – Seals of Nobility & Great Men of Scotland
Guache hand coloured medallion engravings
75 cm x  57 cm

All stock reduced by 60% to clear

All stock reduced by 60% to clear

I have over 100 framed botanicals, engravings, paintings, charcoals, oils, watercolours, drawings, also many unframed.
I’ll remain in this warehouse for under one year now, so I’ve reduced everything by 60% to clear all…
I can’t take it with me.

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Pair of 17th century botanical engravings by Jan Jansson
Hand coloured in walnut frames
Leuconium & Hyacinth
Framed 63 x 47cm

Below, Early 19th century English oak lowboy.
The three plank top above a deep moulded ogee-shaped frieze, with stepped narrow drawers with brass drop handles to the front.

Resting on slender turned legs, joined by a bold central “H” stretcher.
C.1800
H.74cm W.90cm D.65cm

Original hand coloured copper engravings by Elizabeth Blackwell
‘A Curious Herbal’ 1737
The book contained the first illustrations of many odd-looking, unknown plants from the New World.

Unusual late 19th century lithographs dedicated to the palm family.
Finished by hand in watercolour.

A rare collection of 18th – 19th century floral hand coloured copper engravings.
From an illustrated publication which began in 1787.

ALLPRESS :: MOIR Birds Revisited
Watercolour on 100% Arches cotton paper.
rough cut ‘deckle’ edges.
50 x 63cm

Fifteen early 20th century Japanese water coloured woodblock prints.
By Tanigami Konan

The work celebrates the seasons so there is a wide variety of both native Japanese plants and many from the Western World.

Seiyo Soda Tofu (Pictorial Book of Western Flowers) 1917

One of Three bright, attractive Sunflower paintings, recently found in my storeroom.

A day at the Louvre Museum, Paris

A day at the Louvre Museum, Paris

Mid August 2017 I had the immense pleasure of spending a day at the Louvre Museum in Paris, France, with my daughter Allie.

There’s so much to remember of the day, more beauty than I’ve ever witnessed at one time in my life. This magnificent marble sculpture was one of my favourites, so I thought to share here.

By Italian artist Antonio Canova between 1787 and 1793.

The white marble sculpture captures the exact second Cupid awakens the lifeless Psyche with a kiss, restoring her to life after she was plunged into a deep sleep.

immense skill in making stone appear soft and lifelike.

I look forward to spending much more time in Europe in years to come, certainly re visiting this masterpiece once again.

Being a classic aesthete, I could spend years in Europe and never tire of the architecture, art, museums, even the roads, footpaths, walls and trees.

Incredible beauty everywhere ✨

A rare find.

A rare find.

Something interesting to think about.

Captain James Cook was 9 years old when this rare publication was printed.

History is so fascinating ✨

Original hand coloured copper engravings by Elizabeth Blackwell 1737.

‘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.

Elizabeth Blackwell (nee Blachrie) was among the first women to achieve fame as a botanical illustrator.

She was born in Aberdeen in about 1700, but moved to London after she married.

She undertook an ambitious project to raise money to pay her husband’s debts and release him from debtors’ prison.

Her project was a book called ‘A Curious Herbal’.

She learned that physicians required a reference book which documented the medicinal qualities of plants and herbs.

In order to develop the publication she examined and drew specimens of plants available in the Chelsea Physic Garden.

Sir Hans Sloane provided financial support to publish

‘A Curious Herbal’.

Elizabeth Blackwell is notable for being one of the first botanical artists to personally etch and engrave her own designs.

This saved the expense of hiring a professional engraver.

In total, the enterprise took Blackwell six full years to complete and in the end she was able to release her husband from prison.

One of my favourite women in world history ✨

A Recent Sale of Eighteen ‘Elizabeth Blackwells’

A Recent Sale of Eighteen ‘Elizabeth Blackwells’

Yet to be professionally photgraphed, these are iPhone photos.

Elizabeth Blackwell (nee Blachrie) was among the first women to achieve fame as a botanical illustrator. She was born in Aberdeen in about 1700, but moved to London after she married. She undertook an ambitious project to raise money to pay her husband’s debts and release him from debtors’ prison.

Picasso Rare publication by Cercle d’ Art, Paris 1961

Picasso Rare publication by Cercle d’ Art, Paris 1961

I recently contacted my friend and European art supplier and have purchased his latest find of Picasso’s. Unframed limited edition lithographs Printed in France 1961 73 cm x 58 cm Remaining at half my retail price, as all of my art and furniture since closing June 2025. I have a handful remaining from my previous shipment some years ago. The first five group shots are coming soon… Message me for availability. Note: a few are double sided, but same price.

Mid 20th Century American Made Ebonised and Polished Brass Easel

Mid 20th Century American Made Ebonised and Polished Brass Easel

After many years enjoying this easel in my apartment, I’ve decided to finally sell. However I can’t remember so many that expressed interest, apologies. Photos in my showroom 2018, when first in my pre  renovated apartment then in my entrance the past few years. Has done me well. Note, everything on my un restored apartment photo has since sold, art, farmhouse table and dining chairs, chinoiserie Deco clock, except the 18th century yew-wood table, see on my website. I’ve always used my home, then apartment as showrooms. Attractive lines with soft black tones and softened shine to the brass The easel stands gracefully in the corner with your art placed, complimenting your painting, not competing. Placed today is a rare foggy Buckmaster with hints of green on the grasses’ edge H.170cm W.65cm D.56cm AA2047

A few pieces from my private collection, reduced to under 50% of their value.

A few pieces from my private collection, reduced to under 50% of their value.

Over the past few years since selling our family home and sizing down to an apartment, I’ve sold much of my private collection. Some I sold long before I moved, and since I moved, that’s progression and continually upgrading my surroundings. These are a few pieces I’ve reduced to under 50% of their value. Now in my warehouse and only a small display area for private viewings, I’ve made the decision to let a lot go, even the rest of my private collection Before I moved shop in June, I even sold my complete Draakestein collection, ten in total went back to the UK, as much of my stock has over the decades, as dealing in rare items there’s always an international demand. Note: the surrounding pieces and art in my home and showroom have all sold, even the ceramics!! The very long French buffet below the Atamja painting, the farmhouse table, harlequin set of country chippendale chairs and pair of bog-oak side chairs all sold within weeks of placing onto the market. Also the Besler 1613 and olive wood wine table in bedroom. An exciting enamelled mixed media on canvas – 2012. By Ngurah Atamja 200 cm x 300 Late 18th Century French chestnut and oak armoire 1780 – 1800 H: 7’ 4” – 223 cm W: 4’ 10” – 147 cm D: 1’ 9” – 54 cm A rare George III solid yew-wood pembroke table – H: 3’ 4” – 102 cm W: 6’ 11” – 211 cm D: 2’ – 61 cm Last quarter 19th Century French serpentine rosewood sideboard. H: 3’ 4” – 102 cm W: 6’ 11” – 211 cm D: 2’ – 61 cm 19th Century French Burr Elm open shelf bookcase. Fantastic overall colour and patination. C.1840 H.226cm W.146cm D.56cm

An exceptional late 19th Century Chinese export hand carved four panelled chinoiserie black laquered folding screen.

An exceptional late 19th Century Chinese export hand carved four panelled chinoiserie black laquered folding screen.

Happily selling this screen on consignment for a customer I’ve worked with over the past few years. So No GST! Beautifully carved precious stones, including Jade, Ivory, and marble. H. 183cm W. 164cm The right screen on a wall can look better than a lot of terribly expensive contemporary art. Far more unique and individual. Would look amazing hanging spotlighted, take a look on my website, type “Chinese screen” to see the last four panel screen I sold, posted under media, looks outstanding when hung well. I have a professional picture hanger to recommend if you need one.

Unusual late 19th century lithographs dedicated to the palm family.

Unusual late 19th century lithographs dedicated to the palm family.

Playing with newly painted display wall in warehouse. Was like a child entering a lolly shop after being locked out for months!!!!

instagram post

SOLD the first positioned English oak low dresser within hours of display set.

So yay!

While I’m here until my final departure from retail over the next year or less, I’ll enjoy creating displays and selling the main item or at times the entire display.

Something I’ve worked on a lot over the years. Create the look and it sells itself ✨

I’m about to frame the majority of these rare 19th century hand coloured palm family botanicals.

Unusual late 19th century lithographs dedicated to the palm family.

Finished by hand in watercolour.

“Calamus”

50cm x 34cm unframed.

Mali Moir, Hypotype, Cape Warthog 'THE RED LIST'.

Mali Moir, Hypotype, Cape Warthog ‘THE RED LIST’.

THE RED LIST

Phacochoerus aethiopicus aethiopicus IUCN Extinct

Charcoal on cotton canvas

see instagram reel

My friend Mali Moir produced these masterpieces in 2017 and had The Metro Gallery representing her.
I was at the opening with a few close friends, was a great evening.
Prior to the opening I had been in re dressing Dee and Peter’s beautiful homes walls. I had the pleasure seeing Mali create these in her home, so when I saw their wall space, I already knew which two would be perfect, so SOLD!

A rare collection of 18th - 19th century floral hand coloured copper engravings.

A rare collection of 18th – 19th century floral hand coloured copper engravings.

The Botanical Magazine; or Flower-Garden Displayed, is an illustrated publication which began in 1787.
The longest running botanical magazine, it is widely referred to by the subsequent name Curtis’s Botanical Magazine.
Each of the issues contains a description, in formal yet accessible language, and is renowned for featuring the work of two centuries of botanical illustrators
Many plants received their first publication on the pages, and the description given was enhanced by the keenly detailed illustrations.
24 x 15xm
Botanicals & Charcoals by Mali Moir

Botanicals & Charcoals by Mali Moir

Visiting some of my favourite customers recently, I enjoyed seeing art I sold them a few years ago.

(First four Mali’s) Mali came to see them in place 2018, so posted her with two of them.

The exceptional “Lotus’s” are also by Mali Moir, her attention to detail on another level!

Gracie Pwerl Morton – Bush Plum Dreaming, I sold from my living room wall, as I still do!
Silver mixed media with resting puti bronze, purchased two pieces from the same artist while overseas, the other remains in my apartment.
Thought I’d share these photos.
SOLD

SOLD

Sold this beautiful vintage/retro pastel nude of a reclining woman. I hadn’t posted before, too much to do sometimes.

I really love this painting. Great focus on her beauty and form, with perfect highlights and shading. Also the slightly damaged frame and mount.

I’ve sold dozens of nudes over the decades. Surprisingly the majority to women. I understand as the shape of a woman is one of the most beautiful sights in our amazing world.

I’ve also sold a few male nudes, one to a woman, the others to men.