18th Century Needlework Picture

An exquisite early 19th century gros-point and beadwork tapestry picture, in antique parquetry frame. Size of the panel: 20.75 in / 52.5 cm by 21.25 in / 54 cm.

An outstanding pair of George II period hall armchairs in black walnut, of unusual 'Windsor' design.   England, circa 1740–50. Why we like them Items that are not merely quirky, but...

A superb quality George III Chippendale period serpentine-fronted chest of drawers. English, c. 1770. Why we like it A most perfect embodiment of the Chippendale taste: superb quali...

An extremely rare, exquisite Grand Tour-inspired architectural model of a Corinthian column England, third quarter of 18th century. Why we like it Exquisitely carved and having acce...

An extremely rare, exquisite architectural model of a Doric column England, third quarter of 18th century. Why we like it Exquisitely carved and having accents picked out in gold, this extremely rare survivor from the golden era of Classical architecture in Britain was perhaps intended for an architect's office, or for a study of a gentleman architect, such as Lord Burlington (1694–1753), who was famously known as the "Apollo of the Arts" and the "Architect Earl". Such exquisite and decorative objects were copied from ancient Greek and Roman originals, that aspiring architects could see and draw during their 'Grand Tour' in Italy, Greece, Ottoman Empire and etc. The only other comparable example of such rare objects that we came across was a set of three columns, previously owned by the late Sir Albert Richardson (1880–1964), architect, historian, writer, artist, teacher and sometime President of the Royal Academy –  sold by Christie’s London, 19 September...

An extremely elegant, superb quality pair of George III period armchairs or elbow chairs. Six side chairs en-suite are available separately. English, circa 1780 Why we like them: Wo...

An George I English needlework picture depicting musicians, maidens, dogs and ducks in the grounds of an estate with detailed renderings of flora an...

Depicts a fanciful scene of children returning form the harvest in an idyllic rural landscape. The leaders are playing pipes with a dog frisking at their feet, while the remaining pa...

A very special tapestry with the theme of "carefree" in nature, which depicts a group of calm people enjoying nature like a magnificent theater scene. This unique tapestry...

The shepherdess is lovely. She is seated near her flock under the shade of a leafy tree, wearing a green and white dress and a hat with red trim....

Bacchus and Ariadne, early 18th Century mythological tapestry Flemish, early 18th Century Width 428cm, depth 276cm, height 2cm The tapestry is rec...

18th century Tapestry Handwoven Wool & Silk Tapestry Palm Tree 8x12 226cm x 359cm 7'5" x 11'9" circa 1880 "This is very fine antique Flemish tapest...