Hand-Crafted Racks and Stands

Hand cut, hand-stitched and riveted from the very finest English heavy bridle leather. Solid English oak with burr copper rivet base. The box is hand saddle stitched in the tradition...

Great looking and highly practical 1960s design wall coat rack. This beautifully designed, perfectly executed and highly practical midcentury coat rack could be the ideal piece to...

A French potière, or wall-mounted shelf made of solid oak with six cast brass hooks for hanging pots and pans in the kitchen. May be used as coat rack. Circa 1950s. Dimensions: 89"W...

A scarce vintage American Wolf New York Model 1979 collapsible dress form with beautifully aged original patina and absolutely incredible 5 foot to nearly 9 foot tall adjustable heig...

Mid-century magazine rack in patinated cognac leather, brass and metal 1950s. This mid-century magazine rack in cognac leather, metal and brass is a wonderful addition to any styl...

"Erato" di Lodovico Barbariano di Belgiojoso, Enrico Peressutti e Ernesto N. Rogers per Artemide. Bellissimi dettagli sia sulla parte superiore che su quella inferiore..

A rare Arts & Crafts oak record cabinet for holding 1978 (LP's do not fit into this cabinet but singles do). With a roll up door retaining the original key ...

Spanish modernist bamboo and woven wicker rattan wall coat and hat hanger with mirror. 1960s This lovely coat rack features a central oval glass mirror...

Fabulous mahogany double sided adjustable music stand. Carved violin neck scroll base with a lyre top that oufits two musicians. Brass pole that is adjustable allowing the height of...

Reinassance Revival Umbrella Stand in Wrought Iron, Spain, 1940s. Impressive umbrella stand with dragon details coat of arms decoration and red jacquard damask fabric detail. This u...

Offered is an absolutely stunning, 1970s Italian magazine rack stand. Original midcentury era. Minor patina gives this piece a classy statement. Attributed to Vivai Del Sud, fount at...

Spectacular palm tree made of wood and textured brass with a beautiful pattern, an exquisite work that is completely handmade that can only be the work of a great designer of the tim...

Practical stand with an aesthetically pleasing shape from circa 1950. If you are looking for a practical size and beautiful shape stand to keep your newspapers or magazines then thi...

Italian ornate antique brass & onyx square marble coat hat rack hall tree stand Hollywood Regency Eye catcher Classic 60s This high quality free ...

This MCM folding wood magazine rack epitomizes simple everyday modern design. Lightweight and easily transportable, we see this in any formal or informal setting next to your favorit...

Valet Stelle with solid walnut wood top and hanging rack parts. Trousers holder with non- slip insert in grey microfiber and coin tray covered with ge...

This antique brass and metal free standing halltree was crafted in France, circa 1920. Standing on three scrolled legs decorated with leaf motifs and ending with paw feet, the tall rack features a fluted central stem embellished with foliate decor in the center. The swivel top decorated with a central finial, features four double-arms hat and coat hooks, and further dressed with scarf or belt hooks...

1970s rattan wicker magazine rack measuring 19" in width, 11.5" in depth and stands 18" tall.

High wooden coat rack made of oak or tzalam wood.

Statuesque in posture, the Noon Valet is designed for intuitive use as a garment rack or display armature. Garments and linens are threaded through the openings, draping on either si...

A 20th Century, black vintage Mid-Century modern Italian magazine holder, book rack made of hand crafted bamboo, in good condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Circa 1950 - 196...

Beautiful Victorian hand crafted wood and veneer Canterbury rack to hold sheet music or magazines with one drawer and brass wheels.

Arauto (2015) figures in interspace and announces the différance. It is a composite species that seeks the gaze of another to define itself. Table or hatstand, pure functionality or ...

Mid-Century Modern Rattan Magazine Rack Eye-catching handcrafted bamboo and rattan basket magazine rack in the manner of Franco Albini, Italy, 1960s. This magazine stand features a c...

A COLLECTION OF 3 VICTORIAN SILVER & GOLD-FILLED PARASOL HANDLES Late 19th to early 20th Century. In various styles, two gold-filled with hand chased and engraved decoration and on...

Leafy Green Faux Bamboo Powder-Coated Magazine Rack Holder Elegant and versatile magazine holder with both form and function. This very sturdy and recently powder-coated two-tier ...

This 1930s Danish cabinetmaker magazine holder is a refined example of functional design elevated through masterful craftsmanship. Impeccably constructed in richly lacquered dark har...

Stunning mid-century magazine rack or bottle holder in blue lucite and chrome. This incredibly charming and unique object was produced in Italy during the 1970s and its design is att...

Beautiful Mid-Century Modern decorative brass and bamboo or rattan umbrella holder, tall planter or basket paper bin. Handcrafted in Italy, 1970s. Round shape with brass open rim. I...

Lovely Mid-Century magazine rack made fully made in bamboo canes, rattan and leather. This charming object was produced in Italy during the 1960s. This large magazine rack is made o...

A very nice vintage "Tramp Art" wall shelf made of wood with imbedded sea shells, circa 1940s. The piece is in very good vintage condition and measures 20.25"W x 6.5"D x 38"H. The...

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this very rare and highly collectable, one of a kind heavy cast brass Victorian coat stand with red velour c...

Elegant Spanish Colonial style wall mirror with coat hangers in leather repoussé and brass. Spain, 1940s. This piece features an oval beveled mirror with a leather repoussé frame...

Mid-Century American black wrought iron minimalist easel with rounded corners supported on three triangular legs. Wear to finish.

A vintage Mid-Century modern Italian magazine rack, holder made of hand crafted bamboo and rattan, in good condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Circa 1940 - 1950, Italy.

Cool leather bag that can be used for many purposes. Those of you with a creative mind will immediately see there can be many more purposes to this stylish leather bag then what it ...

Fabulous and rare form to find. Large 17 inch bentwood diameter top with a handle centered over 3 upright bentwood supports. Heavy lead tray pan to collect the moisture over a oak ba...

Sebastian Angeles, Mexican industrial designer. Throughout his career, he has collaborated with renowned brands and companies, gaining recognition for his unique approach to collecti...

Exquisite High quality luxurious Dutch Renaissance Revival Hallway set consisting of an Coat Rack & Umbrella Stand. Both pieces are carved from solid European oak with gorgeous wood ...

A French Beaux-Arts period wooden and enameled peg hat and coat rail, circa 1900. The wall mounted wood rail has three bent metal arms with white enameled ball-shaped upper pegs f...

Hardwood valet stand with multiple shirt and jacket hangers, draping bar and personal accessories dish. The lead time provided is an estimate and may e...

An Elegant Italian Mid-Century Modern Personal Valet or Coat Stand by Ico Parisi circa 1950 with storage for coat, shirt, tie, personal articles and shoes. The piece is exquisitely h...

Spectacular mid-century round double coat rack in curved rattan and hand-woven wicker. This stylish French Riviera style coat rack was designed by Franco Albini & Franca Helg and was...

A very unusual magazine stand by Aldo Tura, Italy, midcentury, circa 1950, for sheet music. Wood covered by goat skin parchment. The magazine stand has beautiful paintings on each s...

Interesting continental hand-carved painting easel with gilt decoration. Lovely gilded carved- rosette decoration and graceful legs. small dowels adjust t hold different sizes of art...

Peak Coat Hanger & Pouf is a unique piece crafted with care from solid oak wood. With hanging units of various sizes and heights and a comfortable seating area, it will make your lif...

A gold, vintage Mid-Century Modern Italian folding side table made of hand crafted polished brass, in good condition. Each of the two table tops are adjustable, composed with a folding mechanism which allows it to be stored away, particularized by four different hunting scenery from the 1900's. Circa 1940 - 1950, Italy. Book Storage...

Glass and brass model of coat rack from the 1970s. Easy to install with slip-in brackets. Acccording to your needs can be formed of as many elements you need and as many color variat...

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely antique circa 1880-1900 Austrian Thonet bentwood coat rack Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it covers within the M25 only for the UK and local Europe only for international, if you would like an accurate quote, please send me your postcode and I’ll provide you with the exact price. A very good looking well made and collectable Thonet bentwood coat stand...

Rough & Sophisticated! This Spanish Brutalist magazine rack. fully made by hand with carved wood and wrought iron accent nails in the 1960s. The patina and woodgrain provide a stunn...

Beautiful Riviera style wall hanger, fully made in curved rattan, bamboo and wicker. This lovely French Riviera coat rack was realized in Italy in the 1960s. This stunning item features a structure in bamboo canes and two curved rattan upper hooks and lower hooks for hanging coats. The hooks are enriched by some gorgeous rattan wicker. The sinous lines and materials used make this coat rack light...

E W Godwin style of, a fine quality Anglo-Japanese oak hallstand with upper panels depicting songbirds perched in a cherry blossoms, a central bevelled mi...

Italian ornate antique brass & onyx marble coat hat rack hall tree 1950s. This high quality free standing, ornate hall tree dates to the 1950's. ...

Elegant and original Italian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stand or Trash Bin. This is a functional work of art, with a classic yet modern form, made with diverse, beautiful materials....

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning original Arts & Crafts Shapland & Petter Hall stand with hand hammered Copper panels over a Walnut frame with inset sheild mirror Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it covers within the M25 only for the UK and local Europe only for international, if you would like an accurate quote please send me your postcode and I’ll provide you with the exact price A very good looking well made and decorative hat glove coat and scarf rack, this one is rare as it has the central mirror and its an earlier than usual example circa 1900 Made by Shapland & Petter, a full blub on their life and works can be found below In terms of the condition it is straight and solid, the piece sits well in any setting and looks decorative and very English country house, we have cleaned waxed and polished the timber, there is one hook slightly bent, otherwise its in fine order Dimensions Height:- 205cm Width:- 113cm Depth:- 40cm Please note all measurements are taken at the widest point, if you would like any additional or specific measurements please ask Shapland and Petter of Barnstaple Introduction This Barnstaple based company manufactured some of the finest pieces of furniture in Arts and Crafts style but very little has been written about the company or the pieces they produced. It a great shame that whilst Shapland and Petter pieces have been illustrated in books and auction catalogues they are invariably attributed to other makers such as Liberty and Co in London or Wylie and Lochhead in Glasgow. With this feature, we intend to inspire a more thorough appreciation of the work of the company; readers are invited to help with the task by sending photographs and information. Collectors and auction houses are now showing significantly more interest in Shapland and Petter pieces. The company, based in Barnstaple, England produced a very wide range of furniture in several different styles including many pieces in period reproduction and municipal style for town halls and commercial premises alongside their superb Arts and Crafts range Distinctive features of their superb Arts and Crafts style are the use of heart shaped piercing, geometric shapes with angled arches and the application of repousse copper panels. Decoration with marquetry, metal inlay, mounting of ceramic and enamel cabochons were techniques which they mastered with a combination of state of the art technology and traditional craftsmanship. Most distinctively, the pieces were extremely well made, with care and very best quality materials The growing interest in Shapland and Petter has raised many questions about the origins of the firm, and the sources of influence on their designs, some of which resemble designs by Ashbee, Ballie Scott, Voysey and Talwin Morris. Links have been assumed with Liberty and Co with the supposition Shapland and Petter worked on commissions for Liberty. There appears to be little evidence to support many of the assumptions which have developed around the company and this article is intended to help to start the discussion and to stimulate research The History of Shapland and Petter The Museum of North Devon in Barnstaple have an archive of Shapland and Petter which includes some company records and a small display of furniture and related items. The following text gives history of the company and is reproduced from the display boards in the museum with kind permission of North Devon Museums For over 100 years the Shapland and Petter factory has stood at the end of Barnstaple Long Bridge. Manufacturers of doors, door sets, and custom wood interiors, NT Shapland and Petter Ltd are still one of the towns largest employers. The company was established by Henry Shapland (b. 1823), a cabinet maker by trade. He embarked on a voyage to America in 1848, where he was inspired by an invention for a wave-moulding machine. He was only allowed to see it if he left the country immediately. Returning home with only rough notes, he reproduced the machine and in 1854 began a cabinet making business in one room at the Raleigh woolen mill in Pilton. Later the firm moved to Bear Street in Barnstaple. Henry Petter was an accountant who entered into partnership with Mr Shapland. The business progressed and in 1864 they bought the Raleigh Factory where Shapland first began his work. Success was rapid, but in 1888 the building burnt down. Immediately work began on a bigger and better factory - their present site by the Long Bridge - which included many modern inventions The two Henrys died within two years of each other - Petter in 1907 and Shapland in 1909. In 1924 Shapland and Petter merged with the Barnstaple Cabinet Company, producing North Devon's biggest industry. During the First World War Shapland and Petter's skilled craftsmen turned their hands to wooden propellers for the aircraft of the Royal Flying Corps. After the war, public tastes changed, and hand carved furniture was too expensive for many. Shapland and Petter's output now included elegant veneered pieces with smooth Art Deco lines. The company fitted out Pullman carriages and ocean liners and made hand-carved church furniture. The famous England Rugby Captain W. W. Wakefield was appointed Company Director in 1927. Throughout the depression of the late 1920's and early 1930's the company still managed to produce high quality work Furniture manufacturing continued until the outbreak of the Second World War in 1939. Many workers left to fight, while the factory worked on Air Ministry contracts for ammunition boxes. After the war came radio cabinets and laboratory and contract furniture, until eventually large quantities of doors were being produced for hospitals, hotels, schools, offices and other buildings. Examples of Shapland and Petter's work can be seen all over North Devon. In Barnstaple, the shop front at 109 High Street is a good example, and the interior of the old Lloyd's Bank, now Chamber's Brasserie, was also Shapland's work. Examples of carving by Shapland's men can be seen in two chairs and a reading desk in Barnstaple Parish Church As cabinet makers, Shapland and Petter employed up to 350 people at a time. There were designers, carvers, cabinet makers, machinists, polishers, and labourers. The company was one of the first to install American labour-saving devices and was keen to adopt the most up-to-date machinery The fire of 1888 at the Raleigh Cabinet Works was a huge loss for the company. However, it resulted in a new factory which was altogether more modern and better equipped. The new building by the river was arranged into blocks. The production line began with the saw mills and ended with the finishing rooms. There was modern machinery in every department - one of their saws was the first of its kind in Britain. Water sprinklers and electric lights were a necessity - this factory would not burn down As well as the furniture production, Shapland and Petter imported timber by sea and rail. The new factory 's facilities were exceptional Shapland and Petter were renowned for excellent design and workmanship. The carvers were highly skilled, serving seven year apprenticeships and attending classes at the Barnstaple School of Art. Ornately carved furniture required up to a hundred tools The factory produced made to order woodwork for banks, hotels, and shops; mantelpieces, paneling and staircases. They fitted out Pullman railway carriages, the London Guildhall, and Edgar Wallace 's dining room as well as houses like Tapeley Park in North Devon Much of the work involved intricate leaded glass panels, or inlaid fruitwood designs, like the white bedroom suite shown in the exhibition here. This type of work is typical of Art Nouveau 1895 to 1910, inspired by the fluid shapes of plants and flowers Many pieces were made from standard designs. There were hundreds to choose from, and a selection could be seen in local and London showrooms and in catalogues. Although mass-produced, this furniture was well-made by skilled technicians and modern machinery Arts and Crafts designs of Shapland and Petter The development of the Arts and Crafts Movement in the South West of England has not been written up in any detail though we do know of the Art Potters of Barnstaple from the excellent book of this name by Audrey Edgeler. Less is known of the Barnstaple Guild of Metal Workers. We know of the Bath Cabinet Makers and the Newlyn School of Industrial Art in Cornwall but very little has been written about the furniture makers of Barnstaple in Devon The establishment of a large cabinet making firm in Barnstaple is not remarkable in itself; there were several cabinet makers in the area. What is interesting is that this particular Barnstaple firm should become a leading maker of Arts and Crafts furniture, copying the styles of the leading Architect designers and creating their own unique style Critics may point out that as their work was commercially driven and reliant upon machines it therefore does not really qualify as Arts and Crafts. Whilst the company was highly innovative in machine technology, they also employed many craftsmen who worked with their hands in woodcarving, marquetry work, design and application of decorative copperwork and other artistic embellishment in the true Arts and Crafts tradition. Anyone who has experience of Shapland and Petter workmanship knows the level of craftsmanship invested in each piece Sources of inspiration There appears to be no evidence to link any known architect, artist or designer to the Shapland and Petter company. Their designs appear to have been created solely by their own internal design staff none of whom appear to have published or registered their work in any other context C. R. Ashbee who established the Guild of Handicrafts visited Barnstaple in 1893 and provided a twelve week course on the design and decoration of furniture. It is presumed that this visit was hosted by Shapland and Petter, and that their own staff and those from other local furniture makers attended the course. Ashbee appears to have been unimpressed by the commercial attitudes he encountered and apparently disappointed at the lack of interest in his (high minded) lectures. What is interesting however is the similarity between some of his designs and those used by Shapland and Petter, particularly in respect to inlaid floral design. Perhaps he left a lasting influence which has not yet been verified There has been some speculation on the influence of Scottish designers, particularly because of the use of Glasgow rose designs which are typical of the Glasgow School, and particularly of Talwin Morris. There are also several designs which use similar motifs to those used by Baillie Scott, the use of two doves in flight for example. More research is needed to trace possible links here. One thing that is clear is that there was a great deal of copying and selling designs in the furniture industry at the time and a nineteenth century survey on the furniture trade recorded that '' Barnstaple pays the best prices for designs ..'' Collaboration with other companies There is evidence that Shapland and Petter organised a wide network of companies to retail their products and hence many pieces have the labels of retail furnishers added. Little is known of their marketing in Europe and America but it may be that many Arts and Crafts pieces were sold abroad. Shapland and Petter had excellent access to rail and shipping lines for importing timber and presumably for exporting their finished products The extent of their collaboration with other companies is yet to be ascertained but there is evidence that their suppliers included the Della Robbia Pottery, Pilkingtons Tile...

Trompe-l'oeil 'Briefcase' Magazine Stand in Patinated Cognac Leather and Canvas 1970s This is something special and quirky - we’ve never seen one before. A wonderful trompe-l'oeil '...

Decorative 18th C. Italian book stand with shaped silhouette and carved scroll feet, finished in gilt with hand-drawn detailing including a radiant triangle and stylized foliate elem...

Beautiful Riviera style wall coat hanger, entirely made in curved rattan and bamboo. This lovely French Riviera coat hanger was made in Italy in during the 1960s. This stunning item...

Gorgeous Mid-Century French Riviera style coat rack in curved rattan, bamboo and woven wicker. This delightful piece was designed in Italy during the 1960s. This unique item feature...

Grand 19th Century Henri II Renaissance Revival Hall Tree was designed for an impressive country home to impress those who entered, as we...