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1960s French Riviera Bamboo & Rattan Rocking Armchair
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A mid 20th century French Riviera bamboo and rattan rocking armchair. Bamboo frame and hand woven herringbone rattan on the seat, back and arms. Ver...
Category
20th Century French French Provincial Rocking Chairs
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Stunning Mid 19th Century Burr Elm Nursing Chair
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A mid 19th century, early Victorian period burr maple nursing chair. The burr maple foliate carved frame, with leaves head carved cresting rail, with upholstered back and set in a qu...
Category
Antique 19th Century British Early Victorian Chairs
Materials
Elm
Impressive 17th Century Dutch Walnut on Solid Oak Cupboard
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
An impressive, unique and monumental late 17th century Dutch oak and walnut cupboard or kussenkast. Made of walnut on solid oak. The architectural shaped moulded cornice with shaped frieze. Above two doors with geometrically rectangular panels set with moulded cornices, flanked by square pilasters with carved capitals, above a set of three lion’s masks carvings. Above another set of larger doors with rectangular panels set with moulded cornices. The lower section has two drawers with original wooden knob handles, seated on the five original period ball feet. The interior comprises the original oak shelves. The sides also have rectangular panels with moulded cornices. Original 17th century keys and working locking hardware. Original oak panelled back. These cupboards were a traditional armoire...
Category
Antique 17th Century Dutch Baroque Cupboards
Materials
Oak, Walnut
Stunning Pair of French Black Leather Club Armchairs
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A stunning pair of 20th century French quality leather and ebonised wooden upholstered black leather club armchairs. Retaining the original leather ...
Category
20th Century French French Provincial Armchairs
Materials
Leather
19th Century Anglo Indian Carved Rosewood Console Table
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A mid 19th century beautiful and highly decorative British colonial rosewood console table supported by four profusely carved legs terminating into mythical animal faces at the table...
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Indian British Colonial Console Tables
Materials
Wood
19th Century Anglo Indian Carved Rosewood Sideboard
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A mid 19th century, Victorian period, British colonial, Anglo-Indian carved and pierced serpentine sideboard with pierced gallery in solid rosewood. The front is mounted with two hin...
Category
Antique 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Sideboards
Materials
Wood
Edwardian Period Carved Painted Chippendale Single Chair
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
An early 20th century, Edwardian period painted and carved in the Chippendale manner single chair. Featuring serpentine crest rail and pierced back splat with carved ornamentation. T...
Category
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Side Chairs
Materials
Leather, Paint
18th Century Painted Oak Bureau Bible Box on Stand
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A wonderful characterful late 18th century portable painted carved oak bureau or bible box on a stand. There is carved detail throughout, in a mainly fl...
Category
Antique 18th Century British Georgian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
Set of 4 French Painted Iron & Wood Garden Armchairs
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A set of 4 large French painted iron and wood folding garden armchairs. These antique wide armchairs were crafted in Normandy, France, circa 1920. Each chair has a three-ladder back ...
Category
Early 20th Century French Armchairs
Materials
Iron
Stunning Painted 4 Door Secretaire Library Bookcase
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
An early 20th century, good quality painted mahogany 4-door secretaire breakfront library bookcase, the moulded cornice above four astragal glazed doors, opening to adjustable shelve...
Category
Early 20th Century British Georgian Bookcases
Materials
Paint
19th Century Irish Painted Cast Iron Stick Stand
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A very decorative 19th century painted cast iron stick stand or umbrella stand featuring a typical Irish folk figure holding his shillelagh. The bottom of ...
Category
Antique 19th Century Irish Victorian Umbrella Stands
Materials
Wrought Iron
Pair of Oak Animalier Dog Sculptures Bookends
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A fine pair of antique animalier bookends. Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good original order throughout. Superior craftsmanship to each ...
Category
Early 20th Century French Animal Sculptures
Materials
Oak
Pair of Late 20th Century Turquoise Painted Cupboards
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
Pair of late 20th century turquoise painted with gold motifs tall cupboards. Each cupboard with 4 doors enclosing a shelf and plenty of storage. Four large compartments to each cupbo...
Category
Late 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Cupboards
Materials
Wood
20th Century French Burr Walnut Occasional Table
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A fine 20th century large octagonal burr walnut two tier end table. The dished moulded burr walnut veneer tray top with four open carved upright supports, on carved and moulded confo...
Category
Early 20th Century French Tables
Materials
Walnut
19th Century Indian Folding Savonarola Armchair
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A very decorative and elaborate inlaid late 19th century folding scissors Savonarola armchair. With a carved foliate and twin peacock back rail, le...
Category
Antique 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Armchairs
Materials
Hardwood
19th Century George III Period Reading Table
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A fine early 19th century George III period mahogany and ebony inlay reading table. The table features one faux drawer to one side and has a rise and fall reading slope. One side of ...
Category
Antique Early 19th Century British George III Tables
Materials
Brass
19th Century, William IV Period Walnut and Leather Ottoman
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A fine quality early 19th century, William IV period walnut and leather ottoman. Deep red coloured buttoned leather seat above a well figured walnut and leather panelled base with tu...
Category
Antique 19th Century British William IV Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Brass
Pair of 19th Century Painted Demi Lune Console Tables
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A charming pair of early 19th century demi-lune console tables. English in origin and dating to the late Georgian period. Now painted in a geometric design with faux marble tops. Eac...
Category
Antique Early 19th Century British Georgian Console Tables
Materials
Oak
19th Century Large French Walnut Back Bar Etagère
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A very decorative large 19th century French carved and ornate walnut back bar shelving unit or étagère with a moulded swan neck pediment above a carved hu...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Shelves
Materials
Mirror, Walnut
19th Century French Earthenware Pig Sculpture from Bavent in Normandy
By Bavent
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A great looking late 19th century French pig sculpture in earthenware from Bavent in Normandy. The pig of different shades of white as well as its expressive look testifies to the quality of its craftsmanship. In perfect and original condition with a great patina.
The dimensions are:
Height: 29cm (11.4in)
Width: 52cm (20.5in)
Depth: 20cm (7.9in)
In good antique condition throughout with minor signs of age. The earthenware sculpture remain in good, clean condition. The antique pig...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Animal Sculptures
Materials
Earthenware
19th Century Italian Baroque Style Carved Putti Statue
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A 19th century impressive large scale Italian Baroque style putti statue, depicts a winged cherub, with branch, different smaller scallop shells and hold...
Category
Antique 19th Century Italian Baroque Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Pine
19th Century French Lit Clos Breton Cupboard
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A 19th century very decorative cupboard made from the front of a closed bed in solid poplar. The decoration, brass studs and carvings are typical for the re...
Category
Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Cupboards
Materials
Poplar
Stunning Pair of Tall Leather Elephants Probably Retailed by Liberty & Co London
By Liberty & Co.
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A stunning pair of large (130cm H) 20th century leather elephant sculptures in lovely worn condition. Very sought after item. 1970s. Probably retailed by Liberty & Co of London. Superb quality!
The dimensions are:
height: 130cm (51.2in)
width: 114cm (44.9in)
depth: 44cm (17.3in)
This pair of leather sculpture elephants probably retailed by Liberty & co are in good antique condition throughout with some signs of age and remain in good, clean condition. Overall, a good example. Great quality!
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Category
Late 20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Leather
19th Century Victorian Period Burr Walnut Davenport Desk
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A stunning 19th century figured burr walnut Davenport desk. The piano top fall lifts to reveal 2 burr walnut veneered drawers and a pull out and ...
Category
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
18th Century George II Period Mahogany Dish Top Tea Table
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A very fine 18th century George II period mahogany tea table featuring rectangular dish top with raised moulded edges, plain skirts comprising one long single drawer with cock beadin...
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century British George II Tray Tables
Materials
Wood
19th Century Walnut Bobbin Stool
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A very ornate late 19th century walnut turned bobbin and rush seat stool or armchair. Beautifully turned bobbin frame with triple stretchers.
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Category
Antique Late 19th Century European Stools
Materials
Rattan, Walnut
20th Century Hand Painted Tiled Tops Bamboo Side Table
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A wonderful antique tiled top bamboo side table or plant stand. A square two tier bamboo side table in excellent condition with antique hand painted ceramic tile...
Category
Early 20th Century French Side Tables
Materials
Ceramic, Bamboo
20th Century Art Deco Occasional Table by Maison Franck Antwerp Belgium
By Maison Franck
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A stunning quality 20th century Art Deco occasional table of Maison Franck in Antwerp. A tortoiseshell veneered and ivorine inlaid parcel-gilt wood tops, top covered with glass. Attr...
Category
Early 20th Century Belgian Art Deco Tables
Materials
Walnut
19th Century Desk in Pollard Oak
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A stunning quality 19th century knee hole desk in pollard oak. Rectangular top above three oak lined drawers, above three cupboards, all standing on eight bun feet with brass castors. Warm rich colour and patina! Exceptional quality!
The dimensions are:
Height: 78cm (30.7in)
Width: 150cm (59.1in)
Depth: 68cm (26.8in)
This William IV period antique pollard oak bureau or desk remains structurally solid and sound, with the drawers running well. Overall, a clean example with lovely working space. In good antique condition throughout with minor signs of age.
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Category
Antique 19th Century British William IV Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
20th Century Blue Painted Pine Dresser Base or Enfilade
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A 20th Century large painted pine dresser base with rectangular moulded top and panelled sides. This charming dresser base or counter offers 4 frieze drawers above 4 cupboard doors w...
Category
Vintage 1960s Mexican Buffets
Materials
Pine
Large Pair of Carved Painted Wooden Indian Panels
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A pair of antique very decorative carved painted wooden panels from India. Could be used as very decorative headboards for a bed. Gorgeous pair of carved and painted panels with a lot of character, with good proportions, very good height, exceptional width. Great colour and patina throughout.
The dimensions are:
Height: 140cm (55.1in)
Width: 140cm (55.1in)
This pair of carved and patinated Indian panels...
Category
Antique 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Panelling
Materials
Hardwood
19th Century Victorian Period Black Painted Canterbury or Magazine Rack
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A Victorian period, late 19th century ebonised or black painted Aesthetic three division Canterbury or magazine rack standing on turned feet ...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Painted Furniture
Materials
Brass
Beautiful Large Oval Mahogany and Brass Bound Monteith Wine Glass Cooler
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A Beautiful late 19th century, Victorian period, early Edwardian period large oval shaped mahogany and brass bound Monteith wine glass cooler with he...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Decorative Bowls
Materials
Brass
Pair of French Great Quality Black Leather 19th Century Armchairs
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A large and very comfortable pair of Napoleon III antique French library armchairs. Quality black leather and studded on the front & back edges,...
Category
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Armchairs
Materials
Brass
Stunning 18th Century Dutch Walnut Armoire or Cupboard
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A stunning 18th century walnut Dutch armoire. The large angular crown with stepped moulding, above two tall solid cross banded panelled doors separated and flanked by pilaster columns with shaped mouldings to the base and carvings to the top. One key operates the locking right door and acts as a pull. The left door latches from the inside to keep it in place when closed. Just behind the doors are three shelves and two drawers. The base with a repeat shape as the top cornice. The whole is supported by 4 large bun feet. The detail continues with two cross banded panelled sides with soft curved corners. Throughout its long life, the wood finish has acquired a patina that is simply amazing and has an undeniable antique quality. Impeccable craftsmanship. This elegant and richly walnut armoire from The Netherlands will be a great acquisition for contemporary or traditional interiors. Great quality. A good piece of 18th century Dutch antique furniture...
Category
Antique 18th Century Dutch Rococo Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Walnut
Lovely 17th Century Spanish Walnut and Leather Armchair
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A lovely late 17th century Spanish walnut and leather armchair, retaining its original leather seat and back, held by worn gilt brass studs. The back of the chair has two finely carved scroll acanthus finials above two broad arms, which are supported by carved balusters that run through into square front legs, these are joined by a high and heavily carved stretcher with two shaped stretchers joining the front and back legs at either side. Great patina to the wood and leather. In very good condition.
The dimensions are:
Height: 114cm (44.9in)
Width: 64.5cm (25.4in)
Depth: 53.5cm (21.1in)
In good antique condition throughout with some signs of age. The original leather to the seat and back remain in good, clean condition. The antique carved walnut armchair...
Category
Antique 17th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Stunning 18th Century George III Period Mahogany Chippendale Armchair
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A late 18th century, George III period Chippendale Cuban mahogany armchair, the shaped crest rail with carved 'c' scroll ends above the wide, carved, pierced splat and bold out scrolling arms. The padded upholstered seat raised on moulded Marlborough legs ending on bun feet united by traditional 'H' stretchers.
The dimensions are:
Height: 98cm (38.6in)
Width: 72cm (28.3in)
Depth: 49cm (19.3in)
Very comfortable seating. This chair has recently been professionally reupholstered. A rather pleasing example. In good antique condition throughout with some signs of age. The seat has recently been professionally reupholstered and remain in good, clean condition. The antique carved armchair...
Category
Antique 18th Century British George III Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
19th Century Mahogany High Back Side or Desk Armchair
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A good quality William IV period solid Cuban mahogany high bar back desk armchair having a quality shaped top back rail, with shaped open arms standing on turned tapering legs to the...
Category
Antique 19th Century British William IV Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery
Stunning Late 19th Century Carved Mahogany Gainsborough Armchair
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A superb quality late 19th century carved mahogany Gainsborough armchair, the camel high back flanked by arms with upholstered elbow pads and carved animal figures raised on carved s...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century British Rococo Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Very Fine 18th Century George I Period Burr Walnut Bureau Bookcase
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A very fine George I period walnut and feather banded bureau bookcase, circa 1720, the moulded cornice above a pair of mirror panelled doors, ope...
Category
Antique Early 18th Century British George I Bookcases
Materials
Mirror, Burl, Walnut
Very Decorative Late 20th Century Large Metal Hand Painted Model of a Fish
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A very decorative large coloured painted metal fish with candleholder. This beautiful fish made by a Jodhpur ironworker is painted and patinated by hand. Wonderful decorative object,...
Category
Late 20th Century Indonesian Metalwork
Materials
Metal, Iron
Good Quality Antique Horn and Animal Skin Settee Sofa
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A very decorative and in good condition late 19th century 8 horn 2 seater sofa with original upholstery. The back and arms fashioned with horns as well as the feet. The seat is cover...
Category
Antique 19th Century Spanish Benches
Materials
Animal Skin
Antique French Carved Walnut Court Jester Table Lamp with red shade
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A 19th century French hand carved walnut sitting Court Jester mounted as a table lamp. Standing on square base, below a rectangular red lamp shade. The ...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Table Lamps
Materials
Walnut
20th Century French Painted Games Table with Blue Leather Tooled Top
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A decorative 20th century painted games table with blue tooled leather top with a drop middle and chess board, above a green painted frieze comprising two drawers and four pull out t...
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Game Tables
Materials
Leather, Giltwood, Paint
Antique Pair of Top Quality Large Pair of Carved Walnut Elephant Throne Chairs
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
An antique pair of impressive carved walnut elephant high backed Throne Armchairs, cane back and seat rest, with a fitted black leather loose cushion. Stunning quality.
The dimensions are:
Height: 178cm (70.1in)
Width: 94cm (37.0in)
Depth: 75cm (29.5in)
Very comfortable seating. The pair of chairs have recently been professionally reupholstered. A rather pleasing example.
In good antique condition throughout with no signs of age. The seats have recently been professionally reupholstered in black leather and remain in good, clean condition. The antique carved armchairs...
Category
20th Century British Anglo-Indian Armchairs
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Very Fine Late 19th Century Nest of Four Occasional Tables in Rosewood
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
Finest quality nest of four satinwood and rosewood cross banded Occasional Tables with ebony stringing. Veneered with superbly figured oval panels set within satinwood borders. Above...
Category
Antique 19th Century British Edwardian Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables
Materials
Boxwood, Satinwood, Rosewood, Palisander, Mahogany
Stunning Signed by Barye Strong Large Lion Bronze Statue
By Antoine-Louis Barye
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
This intimidating lion takes a break and relaxes. He lies down and looks as if he puts his paw in paw and waits patiently for the next encounter. He is the gate keeper he stays alert at all times and watches for any unknown creatures to cross into his territory. The features on the lion are magnificent and are very life like. His undercoat is long and you can see the fur stringing off of his underside while he puts his legs to the side. His mane is grand and he has gigantic paws which will take anyone or thing out in one swift swipe. You can see the details beautifully. This lion has a brown patina and was casted using the “Lot Wax Method” it is mounted on a black marble base. This sculpture is signed by Barye...
Category
Antique 19th Century French Empire Animal Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Pair of 19th Century Black Forest Austrian Carved Wood Vases
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A beautiful pair of 19th century carved wood black forest hunting scene, shaped glass flower vases. In perfect original condition.
The dimensions are:
Height: 42.5cm (16.7in)
Width...
Category
Antique 19th Century Austrian Black Forest Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Blown Glass, Cut Glass, Oak
19th Century Large French Empire Wall Mirror
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
An attractive 19th century French Empire rectangular frame wall mirror. The deep square frame with ebonized black wood frame and gold gi...
Category
Antique 19th Century French Empire Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Ebony
20th Century Pair of French Reupholstered Black lacquered Lounge Armchairs
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A pair of mid 20th century French black lacquered ebonised lounge armchairs. Newly reupholstered in quality petrol blue cotton corduroy fabric. Very comfortable. France 1950s. Very c...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany, Lacquer, Paint
Lovely Pair of 19th Century French Painted Armchairs with Cane Seating
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A quality pair of French 19th century light blue white painted carved cane armchairs. Finely hand carved and extremely comfortable this pair of armchairs features gorgeous sinuous li...
Category
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Armchairs
Materials
Cane, Paint
19th Century Stunning Quality Three Panel Folding Screen
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A stunning quality 19th century mahogany folding three panel dressing screen or room divider, featuring lovely mahogany panels below and astragal openings to the top part. Three mahogany wooden panels on triple swing hinges. The triple swing hinges allow the panels to swing both ways offering more adjustability. In very good condition. Great quality. A good piece of 19th century english antique furniture...
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century British Victorian Screens and Room Dividers
Materials
Wood
Antique 18th Century George III Period Light Oak Country House Bureau Bookcase
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
An attractive antique late 18th century, George III period bleached oak with ebony inlay two stage English country house bureau cupboard or bookcase. Circa 1790. Having a moulded cornice with inlay, above two fielded and inlaid panelled doors, opening to reveal a white painted interior with adjustable shelves inside, the inlaid bureau fall opening to reveal a lovely fitted interior with various drawers, compartments and leather surface, with a straight apron running along the top, with two short oak lined drawers and three long oak lined graduated drawers below, with brass plate handles, standing on splayed bracket feet. Great quality. A good piece of Georgian antique furniture. Complete with working locks and key.
The dimensions are:
Height: 203cm (79.9in)
Width: 112cm (44.1in)
Depth: 51cm (20.1in)
The antique oak bureau bookcase...
Category
Antique Late 18th Century British George III Bookcases
Materials
Oak
Very fine 19th Century Italian Walnut Marquetry Tripod Occasional Table
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A very fine antique 19th century Italian walnut marquetry pedestal tripod occasional table, from the Sorrento region in fine walnut marquetry ...
Category
Antique 19th Century Italian Tables
Materials
Walnut
Stunning Pair of large 19th Century French Carved Walnut Reupholstered Armchairs
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A great quality pair of antique 19th century French walnut carved and reupholstered armchairs in the Louis XVI style. Having high padded upholstered back and seat, joined to carved l...
Category
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Stunning Pair of 19th Century Antique French Walnut and Reupholstered Armchairs
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A superb pair of 19th century Antique French walnut reupholstered armchairs, Louis XIV Style, reupholstered in quality orange colour fabric. Shaped arms and supported on elegant shap...
Category
Antique 19th Century French Louis XIV Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Lovely Pair of 19th Century Antique Dutch Carved and Reupholstered Armchairs
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A lovely pair of 19th century antique Dutch hand carved walnut wood frame high back reupholstered armchairs. Shaped arms and supported on carved shaped legs with scroll feet united by a shaped stretcher. Beautiful carving and very comfortable. The pair of chairs have recently been professionally reupholstered. A rather pleasing example.
The dimensions are:
Height: 115cm (45.3in)
Width: 62cm (24.4in)
Depth: 66cm (26.0in)
In good antique condition throughout with some signs of age. The seat and back have recently been professionally reupholstered and remain in good, clean condition. The antique carved...
Category
Antique 19th Century Dutch Dutch Colonial Armchairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut