Queen Anne stool. In the most requested form, Queen Anne, is this 18th century stool in walnut. Excellent details include c-scrolls flanking shell carvings with drops. The legs are carved with stocking feet, typically Irish.Continue reading
Category: Decorative Objects
1830-40s Portrait With Ornate Frame
You can image that most portrait artists concern with one subject at a time. This artist had a broader imagination of his assignment. Why not include the subject admiring her own portrait? How about theContinue reading
12″ English Flower Adorned Bowl- SOLD
Would you like to liven up an otherwise modest looking piece of furniture?An easy and striking solution is to tremendous 12″ English bowl atop it. This beauty stand on a footed rim holding medallions ofContinue reading
19th century Anglo-Indian model
We offer this 19th century Anglo-Indian model of a palanquin for your enjoyment and transportation planning. Forego the machinery of the 21st century and make style your priority for the new year. Within the sedanContinue reading
Chinese export tea caddy, early 1800’s
Chinese export tea caddy, early 1800’s, in black lacquer with gilt Chinoiserie designs. H. 4.5″, w. 6″, d. 4″. $230.
Classical terracotta urn, late 19th c.
Classical terracotta urn, late 19th century, probably continental. A beaded and petaled flange is above urns sides with figures in Roman costume. Below, leafage is on a beaded ring over a fluted foot on aContinue reading
Neo-classic urns, late 19th c. – SOLD
This powerful pair or neo-classic urns are French of the later 19th century. a bacchanal is the apparent theme with full details of grapes, grape leaves, and putti playing. These are excellent castings withContinue reading
19th century brass oil lamp
A 19th century brass oil lamp in early Roman form, now wired and mounted on marble. H. 23″ overall. $285.
Chinoiserie oval tray, 19th century- SOLD
Chinoiserie oval tray, in vermilion red, with raised decoration. This is a heavier piece. early 19th century. H. 1.5″,w. 17″, d. 13.5″. $275.
English toleware cheese trolley , 19th century – SOLD
English toleware cheese trolley. Here in sleigh form with c-scroll ends decorated by free hand and stencil with brilliant a gilt floral cartouche on both sides. Early 19th century. H. 4″, w. 14″, d. 7″.
Lacquered tea caddy, mid 19th century
Kettle form Chinoiserie lacquered tea caddy, mid 19th century, with pewter insert. Set on gilt paw feet. H. 4.25″, w. 6″, d. 4″. $245.
Regimental style oak stave bucket – SOLD
An iron banded regimental style oak stave bucket with brass loop handles and Empire style brass paw feet. Old 20th century. H. 13.5″, w. 17″ at the handles. $190.
Bronze by Magrou
Bronze by Magrou. A Maiden Kneeling beside a Recumbent Lioness, bronze with silver, gilt, and antique finishes on a verde marble separate base. H. 16″, w. 21″, d. 13.5″. by Jean Marie Joseph Magrou, (French, 1869-1945.Continue reading
English dummy board
English dummy board. Perfect to act as a firescreen or as a figure in your hall to appear as an occupant, dummy boards were produced in the 18th and 19th centuries. This late 19thContinue reading
Chinese garden seat pair
Chinese garden seat pair, these are in a more cinnamon colored red lacquerwork . The tops are garden views and the sides carry tendril and leafage designs much like the porcelain of the period. Restored.Continue reading
Bugles, horns, equestrian hunting gear
Bugles. more equestrian hunting gear here, all brass, 19th and early 20th century. Five horns in all. Don’t be caught without it on the morning hunt. $235 for all.
“Les Chevaux de Marly” bronzes.
Bronze representations of the two famous sculptures representing “Les Chevaux de Marly” with a horse rearing and groom trying to control it. The originals in Carrara marble, executed between 1743 and 1745 by Guillaume CoustouContinue reading
Anglo-Indian chest– SOLD
Molded steel straps bind this handsome polished mahogany Anglo-Indian chest. A decorated hasp and bail handle are at front. Late 19th or early 20th century. H. 7″ w. 16″, d. 12.5″. $195.
Chinese trays, 19th century
Group of three Chinese lacquer small tray tables, 19th century, all with tray tops but each different otherwise. A nice stack, overall height, 28.5″, 18.5″, d. 14. To be sold together, $595 for all three.Continue reading
Bed warming pan, 18th century
Bed warming pan, 18th or early 19th century. Fill the pan bowl with hot coals from your fireplace. Then place the pan between the sheets in a sliding motion to warm them briefly. Never aContinue reading
Neoclassical gilt mache tazzas, c. 1810-30
Neoclassical gilt mache tazzas (royal palais cartonnage) or compotes, circa 1800-30, hold fruit or sweatmeats on the dining table. Of heavy carton weight paper, they have extensive fine molded gesso details and sectioned areas.Continue reading
George III serpentine front dressing glass, c 1760- SOLD
George III serpentine front dressing glass with three drawers carries a tilting mirror with a gilt foliate liner. Original finials and knobs are still intact. Circa 1760. H. 29″, w. 19″, d. 10″.
Chinoiserie mache’ tray, 19th century – SOLD
A favorite as a coffee table, this 19th century Chinoiserie mache’ tray has a later base added to produce this convenient low table. The chocolate colored lacquer-work finish is fully decorated with a giltContinue reading
Japanese folding screen, 19th century _ SOLD
A painted Japanese folding screen with costumed figures against a garden scene with distant seas is sure to add drama to your room. 19th century, overall wear. There are hangers in place for a wallContinue reading
Canterbury, early 19th century
An English mahogany Canterbury, early 1800’s. These were intended for sheet music but work well for books and magazines if you are careful. H. 19.5″, w. 19.5″, d. 20″. $ 495.
Quarter leather bound books, 19th century
I have a supply of various titles (sorry, no lists) in quarter leather bindings, mostly 19th century, some earlier. Shown above is a set of Thackeray’s Novels, ca. 1859, London. Yes, there is wearContinue reading
Bed warming pans, late 18th century
American bed warmers with Birmingham made brass pans. Warm the bed before entering by sliding these over the sheets when the pan is filled with hot coals. You really haven’t tried everything have you? H.Continue reading
French Candlesticks, Circa 1720 – SOLD
A pair of French candlesticks, circa 1720, cast and seamed construction. Octagonal bases with conforming baluster stems. H. 9″.
Santos Originated in the Spain–SOLD
Santos originate in the Spain and its former colonies. Shown is St. James. This is an early carving and 16th-18th century. The carving of his head is quite detailed and some old paint remainsContinue reading
15th -17th Century Saint or Angel
A 15th -17th century saint or angel richly carved in bold flourishing strokes has a swirling robe and stands atop a cloud. Probably Italian. Later display blocks as a stand. H. overall 75″, figure only,Continue reading
French 19th Century Curtain Tiebacks
French 19th century gilt bronze curtain tie back pairs. Perhaps these could serve as jamb hooks for fire tools. L. 10″, d. 4″ Elegance at $149 per pair.
55403 – Moroccan Lead-Glazed Inkwells
Moroccan inkwells from our recent journey there. In or lead glaze with rich polychrome decoration, these are 19th century and reflect a French faience influence. H. 5″. w. 6.5″. $155. The other has a crescent formContinue reading
3889 – 19th Century “Antiques” Sign
A charming 19th century painted wood ” Antiques” shop sign with later layered paint. Steel banded rim and scroll decoration with steel ring hangers. Ex-Sotheby’s N.Y. H. 23.5″, w. 45″. $450.
1273 -Persian 19th Century Vase
Persian 19th century vase, copper with worn silver wash, engraved decoration. 11”. $130.