1780s Furniture

This is a stunning set of 4 large plates by the Clignancourt factory in Paris, probably made between 1780 and 1790. We one more of these plates available, please see separate listin...

18th century mahogany tripod table of large proportions, the circular mahogany top sitting on a birdcage mount so you can turn the t...

This original print is titled "THE PYRAMIDS OF EGYPT." It depicts the famous Giza pyramid complex, with the three pyramids standing prominently in the background. In the foreground...

Exquisite Louis XVI drop front desk, France 1780, walnut root veneer with details in cherry, plum and boxwood veneer and Marquetry. The special so...

Beautiful 18th century of the period Louis XVI Italian antique armchair in solid walnut wood. An imposing large armchair with a wide and comfortable seat. Very linear characterized b...

SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). In terracotta with black marble medallion centered by a white marble profile...

An engraved portrait of Edward VI, who was King of England and Ireland from 1547 until his death in 1553. Edward was the son of Henry VIII and his third wife, Jane Seymour, and he ...

Rectangular with serpentine shape over a frieze with central carved neoclassical urn flanked by fluting and roundels. Raised on square section tapered fluted legs and block feet. Provenance; Hackwood Park, Hampshire. Sold Christies London April 20-22 1998. Hackwood Park was built from 1683 to 1687 for a son of the fifth Marquess of Winchester, Charles Paulet , created Duke of Bolton [1630-1699], created 1st Duke of Bolton in 1689. In the middle of the 18th century the 5th duke [1718-1765] engaged the architectJ ohn Vardy to undertake a major interior refurbishment campaign. The property was sold in 1936 to newspaper publisher William Berry...

Fine George III Sheraton Period satinwood sewing table; fitted top drawer, two candle slides and an ink drawer at the side; the back with a folding flap and an additional wooden hook...

Great map of Ancient Greece. Showing the region of Thessaly, including Mount Olympus Drawn by J.D. Barbie Du Bocage Copper plate engraving by P.F Tardieu Original hand color...

This elegant engraving from the late 18th century features a rosette, an ornamental design resembling a stylized rose, which has been a recurring motif in architectural design throug...

George III sterling silver stirrup cup. Made by Henry Chawner in London in 1788. A low and pointed fox head with flexed-back ears and bared teeth expressive of scampering glee. The c...

Step back in time with this captivating small Louis XVI side table, lovingly crafted around the years 1780-90. Each facet of this piece tell...

Rustic Wabi Sabi cabinet made from solid oak in Italy, circa 1780. This cabinet offers ample space to store and display various items. Would be ideal...

Having an interior rectangular frame with a furrowed molded edge and an original two-piece mirrorplate, the inner frame surmounted by a Prince of Wales finial and leaf-form swags, fl...

A potpourri in three pieces, made in a form of pottery known as "White Terracotta", a white stoneware which was soon to be supplanted by Jasperware when it was perfect in the early 1...

This is a beautiful coffee cup and saucer made by Derby in about 1785. The set has the distinctive "artichoke" moulding and a bright turquoise ground with the white artichoke surface...

Polished basalt, decorated with Victoria, Goddess of Victory, in her chariot; possibly after a Roman model such as the wall paintings at Herculaneum. T...

Wonderful set of 8 copper-plate engravings of monkeys after De Seve I particularly like the naivety of the drawings. Published C.1780 Unframed. Free shipping.

A grand-scale, paneled, two door, single drawer, clipped corner, hand-carved and painted armoire with rustic finish. The piece in rich shades of green and indigo. The interior contai...

The engraving shows two individuals labeled as "A MAN of STA CHRISTINA." and "A WOMAN of STA CHRISTINA." On the left, the man is depicted with a direct gaze, curly hair, and a strip...

Add a touch of historical elegance to your home with this stunning 19th-century Italian torchiere floor lamp. Masterfully crafted in a gr...

This is a English Antique Georgian bowfront cabinet, which has fixed shelfes inside and a locking door. The Chinoiserie decoration or Japanning as it is known in Europe, is beautifully decorated with Figures, Birds, Rocks and Tree's, and a Pagoda in the background. This is a lovely and useful piece of furniture when a quiet corner asks for some interest. The late Coco Chanel decorated her apparment with several pieces of Chinoiserie. Literature: English Furniture Of The Eighteenth Century, Herbert Cescinsky, George Routledge & Sons (1911) vol. I, p. 215, fig 224. Dated 1725-1730. Refs: The development of English black japanning...

English mahogany hinged top mule chest with carved molded edge, reeded sides, carved scalloped skirt, satinwood boxing inlay, original brasses, and terminating on original ogee bra...

Discover the allure of a one-of-a-kind 18th century Louis XVI Armoire originating from the scenic Lake Constance region in Germany. Dating back to 1780, this armoire boasts a unique charm that transcends time. Distinguished by its captivating hand-carved decor, this masterpiece stands as a testament to artisanal craftsmanship. The armoire's remarkable design includes two gracefully curved doors adorned with intricately hand-carved vases, a ledge boasting delicate flower decor, and enchanting hand-carved embellishments on the edges and sides. The original bronze doorknobs...

English Chippendale mahogany upholstered wing back chair with serpentine back, flared wings, flanking scrolled arms, removable seat cushion, shell and floral carved knees, and termin...

A very good antique Scandinavian carved Baroque Folk Art dowry chest, Circa 1780. The chest having a gently domed top with a hinged lid having the original 'snipe' hinges, the edge ...

- Classical 19th century, solid Mahogany Roman Tuscan classical column pedestal display stand - Unusual low height, 85 cm high, perfect for a lamp or displaying a scultpture or cera...

"Rosone Antico nel Tempio di Giove Statore." A breakdown of the title: - "Rosone" typically refers to an architectural term for a rose window, which is a circular window with a dec...

Italian silver gilt embossed foilate wall mirror with an ebonized checkered frame, four canted side mirrors, flanking corner medallions, and retains the ...

18th Century Georgian mahogany drop leaf table, having a lovely figured solid top, once the leaves are fully extended the top is oval in shape, standing on elegant cabriole legs with...

George III demi-lune sideboard with four square keyed drawer/door fronts centered on brass drop ring pulls within a circle of rosewood cross banding. The drawer/door fronts are divid...

This listing is an original antique engraving titled "The INSIDE of a HOUSE, in OONALASHKA." It shows an intimate scene inside a dwelling, presumably belonging to the indigenous peop...

The original antique engraving presents two individual portraits side by side. On the left is the "Portrait of POULAO, KING of the Friendly Islands," which refers to the historical ...

Circa 1780 George III period tray top side table, English. Originally as a bedside piece for a commode. Cabinet over drawer with attached legs. Distinguished by an undulating gallery...

The original antique print is a pair of original engravings from "Bankes's New System of Geography." This work, as indicated by the title, was published by royal authority, suggestin...

This exquisite engraving, dating back to around 1780, presents a masterfully crafted rosette, a decorative motif that captures the elegance and refined aesthetic of the neoclassical ...

French Regence painted and carved giltwood mirror circa 1780 with elaborately scrolled and foliate carved crest over a beveled plate glass.

The image is an 18th-century engraving showing a family in Dusky Bay, New Zealand. It depicts a tranquil scene with three individuals, presumably a family, in a coastal forest settin...

An engraving from "Portlock's New Collection of Voyages and Travels," likely dating around 1780. It depicts a scene titled "A King of Florida consulting his Magician previous to his ...

This is a very rare deep plate made by Worcester around 1780. The plate has a basket weave rim and a very charming image of an Aesop fable about three foxes conversing under a large ...

The image is an original antique engraving from "Bankes's New System of Geography," which depicts "A Man of the Sandwich Islands Dancing." The term "Sandwich Islands" was the name gi...

An antique engraving of the frontispiece to "Bankes's New System of Geography." The detailed artwork typically found in frontispieces of this era was designed to capture the essence ...

Description: Antique map titled 'L'Isle De St. Domingue, et celle De Porto-Rico.' Detailed map of Santa Domingo, Puerto Rico, etc. Includes substanti...

A good size Antique Georgian Solid Silver Salver / Tray standing on four Feet. The Round George III Salver is embellished with a classic beaded border around the rim and on the feet....

Commemorative Portraits of John Hawkesworth and Captain James King by Thornton This detailed engraving, crafted by the artist Thornton, presents a pair of oval portraits depicting t...

Swedish "Dug out Barrel"/Laggkärl dated 1783 Made from a single solid dugout pine tree trunk with a attatched bottom, perfect as a planter. Height: 51 cm/20 inch Diameter: 26 cm/10...

This image is an engraved portrait of Mr. Rapin de Thoyras, created for Harrington's edition of "Rapin's History of England." The individual in the portrait is Paul de Rapin, Lord ...

An engraved portrait of Henry IV, King of England. Henry IV was the first English monarch from the Lancastrian branch of the Plantagenets and came to power after deposing his cousin Richard II in 1399. His reign was marked by the start of the 15-year civil strife known as the Wars of the Roses, numerous rebellions, and efforts to consolidate his power and legitimize his somewhat tenuous claim to the throne. The text mentions that the portrait is based on a picture at Hampton Court, which is a royal palace in the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames. Published as the act directs on June 18th, 1787, this engraving is part of the collection for "Harrington's Edition of Rapin's History of England." Henry IV's reign is notable for the rebellion led by the famous knight Henry Percy...

An original antique engraved portrait from Harrington's edition of "Rapin's History of England." The text identifies the subject as Edward the VI, King of England, France, and Ireland. The engraving is again by Goldar, indicating John Goldar's work, and it was published as the act directs on July 22nd, 1784. Edward VI was the son of Henry VIII and his third wife, Jane Seymour. Born on October 12...

A wonderful French 18th Century painted commode. With the most wonderful painted faux marble top. A typically Provence pale blue with gilt highlighting to the mouldings and central s...

Rare antique Italian kneeler, 1780s.V ery refined made of walnut wood with small geometric inlaid decorations. Equipped with two practical drawers. Place this elegant antique Arma Christi...

Two authentic engravings on one sheet, also from "Bankes's New System of Geography," published by royal authority, which suggests a similar time frame to the previous engravings, lik...

An antique engraving depicting a dance scene titled "An Exact Representation of a Dance in Otaheite," Otaheite being an archaic name for Tahiti in French Polynesia. This engraving would have been created as a part of a series to document the culture and life of the Tahitian people, likely observed by European explorers during one of the many voyages to the South Pacific in the 18th century. In the foreground, there are central figures engaged in a dance, wearing traditional Polynesian attire, which includes wraps around their waists and adornments that seem to represent status or a part of the dance costume. They are holding what appear to be fans, which may be part of the traditional dance. The dancers' poses suggest movement and a performance aspect to the scene. Behind the dancers, we can see a group of musicians providing the accompaniment, playing drums, which indicates the importance of music and rhythm in the dance. To the right, there is an audience of seated individuals, likely members of the community, watching the performance. The background of the scene includes thatched huts and a lush landscape with palm trees, depicting a typical village setting in Tahiti. The checkerboard pattern on the ground where the dance takes place is notable, as it adds a sense of structure to the scene. This image would have been intended for a European audience unfamiliar with Tahitian culture and would have served as a visual record of the encounters between European explorers and the peoples of the Pacific Islands. The engraving you've uploaded, titled "An Exact Representation of a Dance in Otaheite," is likely from a work documenting the voyages of Captain James Cook, given the style and subject matter. Captain Cook made three voyages to the Pacific Ocean during the 18th century, and his encounters with the peoples of the Pacific, including those of Tahiti (Otaheite), were extensively recorded and published. The engravings from Cook's voyages were made by artists who accompanied him, such as John Webber on his third voyage, or were based on sketches made by other crew members. These images were then published in the official accounts of the voyages. The most notable of these accounts is "A Voyage to the Pacific Ocean" undertaken during Cook's third voyage from 1776 to 1780, which was published in the years following his death in 1779. Another possible source for this engraving could be from the accounts of Joseph Banks. Banks was a naturalist who joined Cook on his first voyage (1768-1771) aboard the HMS Endeavour and was responsible for extensive collections and descriptions of Pacific cultures. His collections and later works also included illustrations and engravings of the scenes and peoples encountered. Given that the engraving is labeled as "London Published as the Act directs by Alexr. Hogg at the Kings Arms...

This antique engraving with the caption "Habitations and People of the Island of Atooi," which is an old name for Kauai, part of the Hawaiian Islands. The engraving is captioned to have been engraved for "Bankes's New System of Geography Published by Royal Authority." The scene is rich with cultural and ethnographic details. It shows several indigenous Hawaiian people engaged in various activities in front of thatched houses...

A Gustavian Shaving Mirror in Mahogany & Brass Details. Sweden 1780-1790s. A beautiful shaving mirror in mahogany (Mahogani Swietania). Made in Sweden during the 1780s-1790s, either during the reign of King Gustav III or his son Gustav IV. The period is highly appreciated for its use of elegant materials combined with a refined and slightly simplified classicism when compared with the pre-revolutionary France, from which the court of the Swedish kings took much influence. The shaving mirror stands...

This antique engraving titled "The Inhabitants of New Caledonia" appears to be from the accounts of Captain James Cook's travels. The image depicts a scene from New Caledonia, an arc...

Scottish mahogany eight day tall case clock with three sphere brass finials, a swan neck satinwood inlay patera pediment, intricately carved fretwork, over an arched door with flanki...