Antique Looms

The industry had probably developed since soon after 1300 in looms in family workshops, perhaps already run by the Flemings that are noted in documents from the 16th century.

The viewer stands, looking to the front of the white colored house. A tall tree looms over the white fence in the back, while multicolored flowers grow along the fence.

A hand loomed, high-quality wool piece originating from France between 1900-1920, this antique French tapestry highlights a number of distinguished Aubusson and neoclassical elements...

The Zapotec rugs and weavings available were chosen for the strength of their weave, quality of the dyes, complexity of design, and overall expression of warmth and cultural spirit. ...

Working until 1730 (ref: 'The early clockmakers of Great Britain' by Brian Loomes). Elegant, slim case typical of the finest London casework.

C.1780 Watchmakers and Clockmakers of the world by Brian Loomes lists John Taylor as working in Gloucester Street, London c1780.

Materials and Techniques: Tapestries were woven using a loom, with silk and wool as the primary materials.

A work that whispers of Europe’s cultural past, of stories passed down not by voice but by loom. Scarce, symbolic, and sophisticated, this heirloom brings the prestige of history int...

The way his detailed face looms out of the soft focus of the rest of the room is very engaging and one can't help but hold his gaze.

Early 20th century wool apron (pangden), Western Tibet In original condition, four panels woven on a back-strap loom, stitched together and worn as an apron among the Tibetans of th...

The raw materials used are of the finest quality, with only the best hand-spun wool and cotton, dyed with organic dyeing techniques and delicately woven on looms to create this elega...

Handwoven on a Jacquard loom, this four-color coverlet showcases alternating rows of flower heads and leafy vines, creating a rhythmic and visually captivating pattern.

Eight day Frech movement stamped J.S striking the hours and halves on a silvered bell, C.1920 ‘Watchmakers and clockmakers of the world’ by Brian Loomes lists Joseph Soldano & Fil...

On the horizon, mountains loom softly beneath a cloudy sky, adding a mysterious depth to the composition.

Hodgkins and Co are listed as working in 1846 in Watch and Clockmakers of the world by Brian Loomes. Complete with pendulum, bell and a suitable key.

Meticulously woven on Jacquard looms using a blend of wool and cotton, this tapestry is a true masterpiece.

John Kent of Salford, Manchester was working from 1804 and is listed in clock and watchmakers of the World book by Loomes.

C.1825 ‘Watchmakers and Clockmakers of the World’ by Brian Loomes lists John Moncas as working from Castle Street, Liverpool from 1822 to 1837.

C.1860 ‘Watchmakers and clockmakers of the world’ by Brian Loomes lists Rollin as working in Paris in the mid 19th century.

C.1890 ‘Watchmakers and clockmakers of the world’ by Brian Loomes lists Winterhalder and HoFfmeir (W&H) as working in Schwarzenbach (Germany) from 1840 to 1895 when they moved to...

Bessarabian carpets are made on carpet weaving looms similar to the ones used to make the French Aubusson rugs.

C.1890 ‘Watchmakers and clockmakers of the world’ by Brian Loomes lists Hampton & Sons as working in Pall Mall, London in the late nineteenth century.

On the horizon, majestic mountains loom, misty and mysterious. The tapering trees lining the water add a vertical dimension that contrasts magnificently with the horizontality of the...

Eight day weight driven movement with anchor escapement striking the hours on a large bell, C.1800 ‘Watchmakers and clockmakers of the world’ by Brian Loomes lists Thomas Morgan a...

Kashmir was a major weaving center of shawls at the time. The looms established here by both British and American firms utilized the availability of good quality wool from sheep that...

A large central quatrefoil reserve has been delicately painted with a shanshui (mountain and water) landscape scene. Mountains loom in the background over a forrest and large body of...

C.1870 ‘Watchmakers and clockmakers of the world’ by Brian Loomes lists Dixon & Fils as working in Paris c.1870.  

‘Watchmakers and Clockmakers of the World’ by Brian Loomes lists Norman as working from Queen Road, Pimlico, London in the mid-late 19th century.   

The industrial cityscape looms in the background, painted in deep shades of smoky charcoal browns and creamy burnt sienna, creating a stirring contrast against the subdued sky.

Kashmir was a major weaving center of shawls at the time. The looms established here by both British and American firms utilized the availability of good quality wool from sheep that...

Yarn samples can be made available during the process on loom as well, subject to the 3-day window without prior approval of extension.

‘Watchmakers and clockmakers of the world’ by Brian Loomes lists John Todd as working in London from 1780.

Loom-woven horse blanket, made circa 1890-1910. The striped and geometric pattern consists of lime green, sunfire red, and ivory, against winter/summer, reversible grounds of forest ...

C.1870 Watchamkers and clockmakers of the world by Brian Loomes lists Henri Marc as working in Paris from early in the nineteenth century until the late 1800’s.

C.1785 ‘Watchmakers and clockmakers of the world’ by Brian Loomes lists Hector Simpson as working form Old Bond Street, London from 1784-1790.   

A regal play of navy blue and gold hues both inspires a classic distinction and highlights the intricate variations of pattern, both in the stylistically engaging field medallion, fl...

C.1810 ‘Watchmakers and clockmakers of the world’ by Brian Loomes lists Joseph Kent (II) known as Junior as working from Cannon Street, Ratcliffe Highway, London from 1809 to 1811.

Eight day movement numbered 44625 striking the hours and halves on a coiled gong, circa 1890 Aubert & Klaftenberger are listed in Brian Loomes’s book ‘Watchmakers and clockmakers ...

C.1790 ‘Watchmakers and clockmakers of the world’ by Brian Loomes lists Robert Wood as working in London from 10, Horseshow Alley, Moorfields.

C.1920 ‘Watchmakers and clockmakers of the world’ by Brian Loomes lists Joseph Soldano & Fils as working in London from 1863 to 1881, they also had premises in both Paris and Gene...

Woven in the prestigious looms of Agra, the rug is made of high-quality wool, which imparts a luxuriously soft texture and enduring strength.

This fine English bracket clock still retains its original bracket, C 1830 Watchmakers and clockmakers of the world by Brian Loomes lists William Coxhead as working at Market Plac...

The similarity in design and drawing of these pieces could suggest that they are from the same looms or at least from the same region and tradition.

C.1920 ‘Watchmakers and clockmakers of the world’ by Brian Loomes lists Bonnet & Pottier as working in Paris c.1900.

‘Watchmakers and Clockmakers of the World’ by Brian Loomes lists Miroy Freres as working in Paris from 1851 to 1860.

They have developed from looms in isolated family workshops established by Flemings that are noted in documents from the 16th century.

Their rugs are made in the weaver's home or Hogan on vertical looms using the same methods they have used for the past three hundred years.

The very structure of the weave, executed on vertical looms, reflects a tradition passed through generations—an unbroken chain of knowledge and artistry.

The clock retains it’s original weights and engraved pendulum bob. c.1810 Brian Loomes authoritative book ‘Watchmakers and clockmakers of the world’ lists Stephen Hurst as workin...

Eight day movement by W&H striking the hours and halves on a coiled gong, circa 1880 ‘Watchmakers and clockmakers of the world’ by Brian Loomes lists Winterhalder and HoFfmeir (W&...

Natural materials, subject to variation from batch to batch, coupled with the challenges of nomadic life where looms were regularly folded for transport and reassembled at new campsi...

‘Watchmakers and clockmakers of the worold’ by Brian Loomes lists Paul Rimbault as working from Denmark Street, Soho from 1770-1785.

The simple, powerful composition relies on saturated color and meticulous hand-looming. Woven entirely in high-quality wool, the central field presents a stunning, monochromatic exp...

Only a very limited group of the carpets woven during the thirties at the Tianjin city looms are decorated by geometric patterns typical of the Art Deco period.

Natural materials, subject to variation from batch to batch, coupled with the challenges of nomadic life, where looms were regularly folded for transport and reassembled at new camps...

Constructed in a fine quality two-tone ormolu case, and adorned with rose ground ‘Sevres’ style panels to both front and sides, depicting; rising from oblate toupie feet, the domed c...

The border with suits of armor, helmets, shields, quivers and bows, all amidst a floral background. nnThe Aubusson tapestry manufacture of the 17th and 18th centuries managed to comp...

Eight day movement striking the hours and halves on a silvered bell, the backplate signed ‘Klaftenberger, 157 Regent St & Paris’ No2048. c.1870 Aubert & Klaftenberger are listed i...

‘Watchmakers and clockmakers of the world’ by Brian Loomes lists John Paine as working in London, circa 1768.  

Today, examples of this caliber are prized as intimate artifacts of process, offering a glimpse into the mind of the artisan and the coded traditions passed from loom to loom. The e...