Norman Adams Auction Catalogue from Sotheby's London
Located in valatie, NY
The Norman Adams Legacy 1923-2009 auction catalogue from Sotheby's London of Classic English
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Norman Adams Auction Catalogue from Sotheby's London
Located in valatie, NY
The Norman Adams Legacy 1923-2009 auction catalogue from Sotheby's London of Classic English
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Tall George III Period Mahogany Chest of Seven Drawers
Located in Harrodsburg, KY
. Standing on shaped bracket feet. Original brasses. Provenance: Norman Adams Ltd, London. C. Fredericks
Mahogany
Set of Four George I Walnut and Marquetry Side Chairs
Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire
cabinet maker. For comparison see Soth eby's Sale of the Norman Adams Legacy 1923-2009, Lot 110: four
Walnut
George III Gillows Mahogany Rent Table
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Lymington, GB
Furniture, The Norman Adams Collection', Antiques Collectors' Club, 1983, p. 110. Literature: Ralph
Mahogany
$12,085
H 0.4 in W 0.4 in D 0.4 in
18th Century George I Gilt-Gesso Pier Glass mirror, Manner of John Belchier
Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
). Provenence: Norman Adams, Private collection, Dorset UK Enquire for dimensions.
Gold Leaf
$9,000
H 29.75 in W 18.5 in D 30.25 in
Circa 1790 Sheraton Taste Oval Pembroke Table by George Simson, London
By George Simson
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
: Norman Adams, London, to Dr. John Fryer, London & Chapel Hill. 39.25" with leaves up. Minor warp to one
Brass
$7,500
H 25 in W 28 in D 18 in
George III Brass Bound Mahogany Cellaret with Liner on Beautifully Carved Stand
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in Downingtown, PA
Century English Furniture: The Norman Adams Collection: See the cover illustration and pages 47/60 for a
Brass
George III Mahogany Octagonal Tripod Table
Located in Benington, Herts
owned by the great dealers Norman Adams Ltd and illustrated in the book British Furniture 1600-2000. The
Mahogany
Pair of George III Mahogany and Cast Brass Candlesticks
Located in New York, NY
bases. With a Provenance to Norman Adams Ltd, September, 1977 and in a private collection, Washington
Brass
English Georgian Oval Centre Table
Located in Sheffield, MA
from "Norman Adams Ltd, 8-10 Hans Rd, London, SW1".
Brass
Sheraton Drop-Leaf Pembroke Table
Located in Lincoln, GB
fine English furniture dealer Norman Adams. With two drop down leaves, one drawer and exceptional
Mahogany, Satinwood
Fine Sheraton Period Satinwood Low Breakfront Cabinet
Located in New York, NY
fine piece with the satinwood having excellent color. With a provenance to Norman Adams Ltd., 2nd June
Leather, Ebony, Satinwood
Unavailable
H 29.5 in W 23 in D 17 in
Fine and Rare Mahogany Chippendale Silver Table, England, circa 1780
Located in Providence, RI
Norman Adams Collection. Note the label we found on the underside. Perhaps they felt this was by
Mahogany
Unavailable
H 29.5 in W 60 in D 32.5 in
George III Hepplewhite Period Double-Sided Mahogany Writing Table
By George Hepplewhite
Located in London, Middlesex
Furniture: The Norman Adams Collection. p.118. Identical handles on a sideboard, now the property of the
Mahogany
Unavailable
H 35.75 in W 12 in D 12 in
Attractive Pair of Late 18th Century White Painted and Parcel-Gilt Candle Stands
Located in New York, NY
illustrated in 18th century English furniture The Norman Adams Collection, 1983 (p. 462 and in color p. 453
Beech
Unavailable
H 28 in W 57 in D 49.5 in
Antique George III Oval Mahogany Breakfast Table, English, circa 1780
Located in New York, NY
Century English Furniture, The Norman Adams Collection, by C. Claxton Stevens & S. Whittington, page 251
Mahogany
Unavailable
H 45 in W 35 in D 28 in
Queen Anne / George II Walnut Wing Chair with Carved Knees, Claw & Ball Feet
Located in Providence, RI
a related tripod table in the Norman Adams Collection illustrated in 18th Century English Furniture
Walnut
An Assembled Pair Of George III Mahogany Library Armchairs
Located in New York, NY
υth Century English Furniture The Norman Adams Collection, 1985, pl. 4., pp.32, 44, and an
Mahogany
An Irish Mahogany & Rosewood Sofa Table
By Mack, Williams & Gibton
Located in New York, NY
, Stevens and Whittington, 18 (th) Century Furniture The Norman Adams Collection, 1983, p. 169,
Mahogany, Rosewood
Set of Ten George III Mahogany Dining Chairs
Located in Essex, MA
Chippendale period chairs with dealer labels of Norman Adams noted London dealer of the finest
Mahogany
Flight of George III Mahogany Library Steps
Located in Greenwich, CT
riser ending in onion finial, good patina and bearing a Norman Adams celluloid on the underside.
Mahogany
Exceptional George III Demilune Sideboard
Located in Greenwich, CT
possessing remarkable color and patination, ex Norman Adams London. Provenance: Featured in half-page ad in
Mahogany
Pair of Regency Ebonized And Gilded Armchairs
Located in Essex, MA
turned legs with a flared taper. Provenance Norman Adams, London. Labelled on base.
Set Of Eight Regency Mahogany Dining Chairs
Located in Essex, MA
and rosette splat, fluted scroll arms, Molded sabre legs.Sold by Norman Adams, London
Fine Hepplewhite Serpentine Inlaid Mahogany Sideboard
Located in San Francisco, CA
. Exceptional color and patina, circa 1790. Provenance: Norman Adams, London.
Mahogany, Satinwood
Antique Regency period mahogany end support writing table
Located in London, GB
name of Norman Adams Antiques Knightsbridge).
Mahogany
English Regency Yew Wood Cabinet
Located in Greenwich, CT
timber saved from a cherished yew tree on the property. Ex. Norman Adams Ltd.
Yew
Sold
H 30.71 in W 25.99 in D 14.97 in
19th Century Irish Regency Freestanding Bookcase By Williams & Gibton Of Dublin
Located in Dublin, IE
Claxton-Stevens and Whittington, Eighteen Century English Furniturein the Norman Adams Collection, London
Wood
English Regency Mahogany Bowfronted Side Cabinet
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
specialists "Norman Adams Ltd" who dealt at the very top end of the English trade for around 8 decades
Mahogany
Calamander Wood Regency Period Oblong Antique Lamp Table
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
and original purchase invoice from the famous London furniture specialists "Norman Adams Ltd" who
Other
Superb Pair of George II Oak Bookcases, circa 1750
By William Kent
Located in London, GB
Whittington, 18th century English Furniture, The Norman Adams Collection, Antique Collectors Club 1983, page
Mahogany
George III Breakfront Secretaire Bookcase, England c. 1790
Located in Atlanta, GA
Century English Furniture: The Norman Adams Collection, pg. 190 & pg. 200 for Breakfront
Mahogany, Oak
18th Century English Walnut Sunburst Tallboy Chest on Chest
Located in Lymington, GB
Furniture: The Norman Adams Collection', London, 1989, p. 368 and R. Edwards CBE FSA, 'The Dictionary of
Walnut
Sold
H 28.27 in W 133.08 in D 54.02 in
A George IV campaign dining table by Charles Stewart with five additional leaves
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
inches in height and 54 inches in length. A very similar example from Norman Adams Ltd featured in
Mahogany
Fine English Gilt Mirror in the Adam Taste, circa 1770
Located in Lymington, GB
English nobility. A related oval mirror was sold in Christie’s ‘Hotspur & Norman Adams sale’ 20th
Giltwood
George III Period Mahogany Twin Pedestal Dining Table
Located in Stamford, CT
turned column tripod bases. Previously sold by renowned London based antiques dealer Norman Adams and
Mahogany
George III Mahogany Collectors Cabinet
Located in Essex, MA
and original casters. Provenance; Norman Adams Ltd. London. Includes key.
Mahogany
Chinese Chippendale Kettle or Urn Stand
Located in Lymington, GB
18TH CENTURY FURNITURE AND WORKS OF ART’, Norman Adams Collection, British Antiques Catalogue, C
Mahogany
Sold
H 37 in W 23 in D 21.5 in
Pair of 18th Century George III Period Mahogany Armchairs with Floral Upholstery
Located in London, GB
: Stevens, Christopher Claxton, and Stewart Whittington. 18th Century English Furniture : The Norman Adams
Mahogany
Regency Specimen Woods Work Table
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
retains a trade retail label from the famous London furniture specialists “Norman Adams Ltd” who dealt at
Rosewood
Norman Adams Style Pembroke Table
By Smith & Watson
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mahogany Pembroke highly decorated with inlaid woods. Fluted legs. Smith & Watson model B253
Mahogany, Boxwood, Ebony
A Georgian Mahogany Tallboy.
Located in Dublin, IE
A Rare Narrow Georgian Mahogany Tallboy. Ex Norman Adams,London Height:4'2" Width: 23 1/2" Depth
Mahogany
Sold
H 28.5 in W 86 in D 48 in
19th C. Mahogany Double Pedestal English Regency Dining Table with Brass Casters
Located in Charleston, SC
label from the legendary antique shop of Norman Adams. "ANTIQUE FURNITUE from NORMAN ADAMS LTD. 8-10
Mahogany
George III Period Serpentine Mahogany Chest
Located in Peterborough, Northamptonshire
, with period swan neck handles supported on shaped bracket feet. Norman Adams plaque inside top
Mahogany
Regency Period Mahogany Writing Table with Fine Brass Inlay
Located in Peterborough, Northamptonshire
and edging to the top section. The writing surface with indented double bowed corners. Ex Norman Adams
A Regency Oval Tole Tray on Stand, Circa 1795
Located in New York, NY
tapering legs joined by an X-form stretcher ending in bronze sabot. Provenance: Norman Adams, London, UK
A Chippendale Nightstand
Located in Woodbury, CT
reveal a cabinet. Hardware is original. Retaining an old, mellow patina. English, circa 1760, with Norman
Mahogany
George II Walnut Stool with Gilded Carving
Located in Wells, ME
with burl walnut. (the seat frame is restored) Reference of similar gilded carving: • Norman
A Fine Sheraton/Regency Period Mahogany Serving Table Sideboard
Located in Woodbury, CT
excellent patina add to the charm of this piece. English, circa 1800. A related example is in "Norman Adams
Mahogany
An English Regency Giltwood Dolphin Base Pedestal Torchere
Located in Woodbury, CT
: "The Norman Adams Collection" by Christopher C. Stephen, pg 440. The top board and marble are replaced.
George I Period Mahogany Corner or Writing Chair
Located in New York, NY
example is a particularly successful expression of the type. The chair retains a Norman Adams lable to
Mahogany
An English Mahogany Rococo Chippendale Gainsborough Armchair
Located in Woodbury, CT
. For a nearly identical match ref: Norman Adams Collection, Stevens & Whittington, Page 45, color pl. 5.
Mahogany
Set of 12 antique mahogany George III dining chairs, c.1795
By James Dyer
Located in New York, NY
chair. English c.1795, Provenance: Private Collection, London; Norman Adams, London. Armchairs Top
Mahogany, Beech
Sold
H 62.5 in W 23.75 in D 18.5 in
Fine Chippendale Pole Screen with Tapestry and Claw and Ball Feet, circa 1780
Located in Providence, RI
edgework, and relates to other English pieces of the time. A similarly carved English table in the Norman
Mahogany
Sold
H 38 in W 22.5 in D 23.5 in
A Pair of George III Giltwood Armchairs Attributed to Thomas Chippendale
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in Knutsford, GB
and Stewart Whittington, Eighteenth Century Furniture, The Norman Adams Collection. The chairs also
Giltwood
Pair of George III Carved Giltwood and Wrapped Wire Candlesticks
By Thomas Johnson, London 1
Located in Sutton Coldfield, GB
Stewart Whittington, ‘18th Century English Furniture: The Norman Adams Collection’ (Antique Collectors
Wire
18th Century Small Bachelors Chest of Drawers
Located in Richmond, London
, illustrated in The Antique Collector, September/October 1946, front cover (with Norman Adams), subsequently
Mahogany
Portrait of Lady Caroline Price
By George Romney
Located in Miami, FL
DESCRIPTION: Perhaps the best Romney in private hands. If Vogue Magazine existed in the late 18th century, this image of Lady Caroline Price would be on one of its covers. The e...
Oil, Canvas
$100,761
H 101.19 in W 137.8 in D 19.3 in
19th Century Walnut Pair of Bookcases Boiserie de Bibliothèque
Located in Vosselaar, BE
A rare pair of heliocodal French Directoire library bookcases in solid walnut. This type of bookcases is also known as 'boiseries de Bibliothèque' as they often, together with pannel...
Walnut
Terrestrial Globe by W. & A.K. Johnston
By W. & A.K. Johnston
Located in New Orleans, LA
Measuring a monumental 30 inches in diameter, this impressive globe was crafted by the renowned firm W. & A.K. Johnston. Founded in 1825, the Johnston firm is considered the fore...
Brass
$339,486
H 30.32 in W 245.28 in D 59.85 in
Rare Gillows Lancaster 1789-1795 George III American Walnut Dining Table
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this sublime fully restored circa 1789-95 Gillows Lancaster George III dining table in American Walnut A very rare and highly collectable table,...
Walnut
Mid-Century Pewter & Bronze "Kang Tao" Table by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Regarded more as artists than furniture makers, the father-son duo of Philip and Kelvin LaVerne occupy the top tier of American mid-century modern interior design. Father Philip (190...
Metal, Bronze, Pewter
$61,786 / set
H 68.12 in W 18.12 in D 17.72 in
Rare Pair of Antique Mahogany Inlaid Wine Urns on Original Pedestal Cupboards
Located in Suffolk, GB
Rare pair of antique George III outstanding quality mahogany inlaid wine urns on original pedestal cupboards having a lift off shaped lidded top revealing the original lead lining, h...
Other
$550,000
H 37 in W 22 in D 14 in
Massive 1880 Antique Ormolu Bronze Enameled Automaton Musical Bracket Clock
By Winterhalder and Hofmeier
Located in Danville, CA
Massive 1880 Antique Ormolu Bronze Enameled Automaton Musical Bracket Clock An important, exhibition quality ormolu bronze bracket clock of massive proportions, the case decorated...
Bronze
$196,902
H 28.35 in W 63.39 in D 239.77 in
Rare 28 seater 6 pilar Antique Quality Mahogany Dining Table 72 x 161 x 609 cm
Located in Suffolk, GB
Rare 28 seater 6 pilar antique George III quality mahogany dining table having a large quality figured mahogany top supported by six turned shaped pedestal columns. Each pedestal co...
Other
$67,897
H 29.53 in W 64.18 in D 46.07 in
MUSEUM QUALITY ANTiQUE PARTNER DESK 17TH CENTURY HAND CARVED RELIGIOUS PANELS
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning, Exhibition Museum quality, hand carved Walnut double sided partner desk circa 1860...
Leather, Walnut
$169,743
H 74.81 in W 40.16 in D 10.24 in
Pair of George II Style English Giltwood ‘Rococo’ Wall Mirrors
By Thomas Johnson, London 1
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
A Magnificent Pair of George II Style English Carved Giltwood ‘Rococo’ Wall Mirrors After A Design By Thomas Johnson. Of large proportions, each mirror having a cartouche-shaped pla...
Gesso, Giltwood
$522,809 / set
H 60 in Dm 43 in
An Extremely Rare Pair of English Regency Period Chandeliers of Unusual Design
By William Parker
Located in Steyning, West sussex
An extremely rare pair of English Regency period eight-light cut glass and ormolu-mounted chandelierS of the finest quality the shaft centred by a tapered slice and diamond cut stem ...
Ormolu
$237,640 / set
H 40.56 in W 21.26 in D 21.07 in
Six Imporatant George III 1760 Thomas Chippendale Chinese Pagoda Dining Chairs
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer this important suite of museum quality, George III circa 1760-1765, Thomas Chippendale Chinese Pagoda top dining chairs with the original embroidered seat p...
Hardwood
$176,629
H 113.39 in W 166.93 in D 15.75 in
18th Century English Antique Library Bookcase Attributed to Gillows of Lancaster
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Dublin, IE
A magnificent George III period seven door breakfront library bookcase. Constructed in the finest quality figured mahogany, having a moulded cornice above seven astragal glazed doors...
Mahogany
Georgian Davenport Desk Attributed to Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in New Orleans, LA
There is more to this exceptional George IV Davenport desk than meets the eye. Attributed to famed cabinetmaker Gillows of Lancaster and London and crafted of luxurious rosewood, the...
Leather, Rosewood
$198,500 / set
H 47 in W 31 in D 31 in
William IV Terrestrial And Celestial Floor Globes By J. W. Cary
By John & William Cary
Located in New Orleans, LA
This stately pair of William IV Terrestrial and Celestial Globes was crafted by the esteemed mapmaking firm J. & W. Cary, exuding the essence of late Regency-era elegance. Beyond...
Mahogany
$45,046
H 41.26 in W 60.99 in D 32.49 in
19th Century English Satinwood Carlton House Desk Attributed to Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Dublin, IE
An exceptional 19th century satinwood Carlton House desk attributed to Gillows of Lancaster, the curved superstructure with pierced brass gallery, fitted with two banks of three draw...
Satinwood