1840s Furniture

This characterful Spanish coffee table was crafted circa 1840 from solid chestnut wood. It displays a restrained Spanish country style in which the robust construction and natural ch...

AUTHOR: DICKENS, Charles. TITLE: The Christmas Books: A Christmas Carol; The Chimes; The Battle of Life; Cricket on the Hearth; The Haunted Man and The Ghost's Bargain. PUBLISHER: ...

This is an elegant early Victorian solid walnut table top collectors cabinet, circa 1840 in date. The rectangular cabinet features an elagent architectural cornice with dentil  work...

This large Swiss farmhouse table, dating from the 19th century, is crafted from blond walnut and showcases traditional Swiss craftsmanship. Its long rectangular top is supported by ...

Great image of a jaguar presented in an antique oak frame Lithograph with original hand color. After Cpt.Brown Published, 1847. Free UK shipping

A large antique Louis XVI style Gold Gilt over mantel or fireplace mirror. Warm aged gilt, with some red bole showing. The crest and pediment from shoulder to shoulder of C scrolls, ...

An early Victorian Rococo manner cast iron fireplace insert. A generous outer plate displaying high relief casting, angled side sections with well cast panels, the curved full height...

Great image after Guido Reni Fine steel engraving Published by Fisher. Dated 1841 Unframed. Free shipping

Painted Swiss Alpine armoire, signed and dated 1846, featuring a small secret mechanism for opening the left door—requiring one to pull on a wrought-iron piece to open it—making this...

AUTHOR: DICKENS, Charles. TITLE: A Christmas Carol In Prose Being A Ghost Story of Christmas. PUBLISHER: London: Chapman and Hall, 1844. DESCRIPTION: FIFTH EDITION. 1 vol., 6-5/8...

Two mechanical astronomical magic lantern slides of Solar & Lunar Eclipses, circa 1840. Eclipse of the Sun. “The various Eclipses of the Sun, wit...

AUTHOR: DICKENS, Charles. TITLE: A Christmas Carol In Prose Being A Ghost Story of Christmas. PUBLISHER: London: Chapman and Hall, 1843. DESCRIPTION: THIRD EDITION. 1 vol., 6-5/8...

Not many of these large and impressive Victorian oil chandeliers were made and few survive today. Lamps like this are often unsigned but are attributed to companies like Tucker or Br...

Medium-sized antique painted bridal chest from Franconia, southern Germany, dating from around 1840. The chest is simply decorated and finished in a beautifully worn blue-grey colour...

A 19th century Country French Normandy Louis Philippe period buffet à deux corps crowned with an arched top known as a chapeau de gendarme, named for its resemblance to the gendarme'...

A Stunning Quality 19th Century Birdseye Maple And Mahogany Pedestal Desk, Of Attractive Small Proportions, Having Replacement Gilt Tooled Leather Inset To Crossbanded Top, Over Elev...

A fine, elegant, antique 19th century French Louis Philippe walnut Secrétaire à Abattant, desk/chest, circa 1840. This fine antique French drop-front walnut secretary chest dates from the late Restoration period and is made of highly figured book-matched walnut. The top with variegated black and white marble and below is a single ogee shaped drawer with an inset brass lock escutcheon, the original key is present and the all the locks work with ease. Below is a locking fall front writing surface enclosing an exquisitely fitted interior: below a minaret shaped arch are several geometrically inlaid drawers. The fall front has the original inlaid dark chocolate colored leather writing surface, with blind tooling and gilded highlights, the drop front is robust & sturdy and is great to work to with your laptop or just to write a letter on. The base has a bank of three drawers providing plenty of useful storage, all of the drawers run smooth and with ease, the secretary chest is raised on ogee shaped block feet. Condition is excellent, all of the original brass hardware is present, the secretary is in excellent condition, no damage or restoration and it has the original warm, mellow honey colored finish. This very elegant antique French secretary...

Great image of seals. Unframed. It gives you the option of perhaps making a set up using your own choice of frames. Lithograph after Cpt. brown with original hand color. Published...

Great image of beetles. Unframed. It gives you the option of perhaps making a set up using your own choice of frames. Lithograph after Cpt. brown with original color. Published, 1...

We present this spectacular antique solid walnut wardrobe, made in the mid-19th century in Italy, during the Louis-Philippe period. This wardrobe is extremely rare due to its large ...

Great image of parrots. Unframed. It gives you the option of perhaps making a set up using your own choice of frames. Lithograph after cpt. Brown with original hand color. Publish...

Exceptional antique painted bridal wardrobe from southern Germany, dated 1842. A special piece due to the many painted flower panels and the beautiful, time-worn paint. The warm colo...

Early Victorian Period, sterling silver (unmarked but tested)-mounted, ram's horn snuff mull having a hinged lid, Scotland, 1840's. There is a central, light-colored Cairngorm stone ...

Great image of crocodiles and alligators. Unframed. It gives you the option of perhaps making a set up using your own choice of frames. Lithograph after Cpt. Brown with original ha...

19th-Century Pennsylvania Paint-Decorated Blanket Chest. An exceptional and highly vibrant 19th-century (Circa 1830-1850) American Folk Art blanket chest likely made in Lancaster Cou...

Great images of shells Unframed. Lithographs with original hand color. Published 1847 Free shipping.

Great images of Lions and tigers Unframed. Lithographs after Cpt. Brown with original hand color. Published, 1847. The measurement is for 1 print Free shipping

Two mechanical astronomical magic lantern slides of Earths Rotundity & Tides, circa 1840. “Rotundity of the Earth“. and “Illustrates the cause ...

An early 19th-century German Biedermeier chest of drawers. This handsome case piece features three deep, full-width drawers faced in a highly figured, dark walnut veneer on a solid p...

19th Century Chinese Canopy Day Bed. An exceptional 19th century Canopy Day Bed with beautiful carving to the surround panels. This bed is in very good condition for everyday use. ...

A charming country-style desk from Umeå, Västerbotten, Northern Sweden. The table is in Folk Art Empire style. The desk features its untouched original paintwork and a rustic tablet...

This is an important example of British furniture and history having a large mirror plate placed within a quality acanthus carved and scrolled frame. It is surmounted by a decorative...

Author: DICKENS, Charles Title: Dombey and Son. Publisher: London: Bradbury & Evans, 1848. Description: first edition bound from the parts. 1 vol., 8-5/8" x 6", illustrated ...

Great image of dolphins. Unframed. It gives you the option of perhaps making a set up using your own choice of frames. Lithograph after Cpt. brown with original hand color. ...

This original handcolored lithograph depicts a Templar knight in full war attire, mounted on a galloping horse. The knight is armored, carrying a sword raised high, likely in a charg...

Swiss alp painted box

Antique Handpainted Wedding Chest, Hungary, 1843. This exquisite chest exhibits splendid hand-painted floral motifs executed in pretty reds, blues, and yellows cast against a dark ...

Japanese Takedo Sculptural Rendering of a Kabuki Actor, Circa 1800, Youth Dressed in Gold Paper, Brocade Textiles and Silk Crepe Sleeves Embroidered in Multicolor Floral Design, He H...

Antique print titled 'Pl. 11 Mollusques'. Old print of different types of molluscs. This print originates from 'Dictionnaire Universel d’Histoire Naturelle' by Charles D’Orbigny...

This Japanese Edo Period Boxwood Skeleton Netsuke dates to the middle of the nineteenth century, circa 1840. Carved from boxwood, it depicts a skeleton curled tightly in the foetal p...

Having a wooden grip, a large notched steel wheel, and a steel and wooden handle, with an adjustable tip to accommodate differing sized bits

German Travelers - After Lucas Cranach, 1840 - Hand-Colored 19th Century Engraving This charming hand-colored engraving, titled "Voyageurs" ('Travelers'), is based on a design inspi...

Swiss alpine folk art Escabelle from St Moritz A 12.

This is a lovely antique Victorian silver plated casket bearing the makers mark of the renowned silversmiths, Walker and Hall, Circa 1840 in date. The square casket freatures an epic mythological scene of the four seasons with eight winged cherubs on the lid. Each side features the four seasons: spring features a bull and a goddess, summer has a lion and a goddess, autumn has a scorpion and a goddess and winter has a cherub and goddess. The interior of the box features its original quilted buttoned silk upholstery. Add some elegance to your home with this lovely casket. Condition: In excellent condition with no dings, dents or signs of repair. Please see photos for confirmation. Dimensions in cm: Height 15 cm x Width 24 cm x Depth 24 cm Dimensions in inches: Height 6 inches x Width 9 inches x Depth 9 inches Walker & Hall the business was established in Sheffield in 1845 by George Walker who become an assistant of Dr John Wright. Dr John Wright had conducted important experiments on electroplating, Walker secured the royalty of electroplating for Sheffield. The business was joined by Henry Hall and became in 1853 Walker & Hall. The factory was at Howard Street, Sheffield, while showrooms were opened in 45 Holborn Viaduct, London. Branches were opened in Liverpool, Manchester, Leeds, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Newcastle, Cardiff, Belfast, Hull, Bristol, Melbourne and Adelaide (Australia), Cape Town (South Africa). Walker & Hall was converted into a limited liability company in 1920 under the style Walker & Hall Ltd and combined in 1963 under the British Silverware...

This is beautifully crafted antique early Victorian teak military campaign secretaire chest of drawers dates from Circa 1840. The top drawer opening to a pull out secretaire fitted with a small drawer, pigeon hole compartments and an inset gold tooled brown leather writing surface. This is over two short drawers over two full width drawers. The brass-bound chest was made in two parts, accented with inset brass hardware, for ease of transport. Add this splended military secretaire...

These elegant and truly exceptional pair of Viennese Biedermeier armchairs were made around 1840. Made of mahogany and ebonized beech veneer, polished to retain the original period ...

Painted Tyrolean Chest in Spruce Wood - Dated 1826 Wood Type: Spruce wood Period: Early 19th century (dated 1846) Origin: Tyrol (Val di Fassa) Dimensions: Height: 79 cm - Width: 14...

Swiss alp escabelle B2

Japan, a rare dated large bronze hand hammered temple bell rin, Edo period , incised and dated Tenpo era 13th (1842) around rim. Perfect meditation instrument. When struck emits a pleasing bold reverberating sound guaranteed to please you. Bell is in very good condition... Includes red lacquered display base as shown and a complimentary striker This hand-hammered and wrought bronze percussion instrument created by specialized Samurai craftsmen with dimpled construction and incised signature of maker along rim sets atop a round red lacquered footed wood display base with wooden striker and when struck creates a serene reverberating sound. Perfect for meditation gardens or interior spaces. Total Height of bronze bell with red lacquered stand...

19thc wooden pine daybed (hired hands) bed with 19thc rag rug custom made cushion. Down and feather fill. 2 rag rug bolster are additions to this listing.

Biedermeier secretary desk veneered in walnut, featuring three lower drawers, a flat fall-front writing surface, and a top drawer. The pilasters are designed as columns with baluste...

AUTHOR: DICKENS, Charles. TITLE: A Christmas Carol In Prose Being A Ghost Story of Christmas. PUBLISHER: London: Chapman and Hall, 1844. DESCRIPTION: FOURTH EDITION. 1 vol., 6-5/...

An Italian pair of wall mirrors from the 1940s, made of sculpted wood and gesso, cream matt lacquered.

Antoine Louis Barye (Fr, 1796-1875) Candélabres avec perruche et faisan à quatre lumières (Four-light candelabra with parakeets and pheasants) Each inscribed 'BARYE' (to top of base...

Classical style mahogany games table, circa 1840. With a rectangular flame mahogany top with rounded front corners, a cushion molded flame mahogany frieze, flame mahogany pedestal, p...

An English Regency Mother-of-Pearl Veneered Tea Caddy, Circa 1840 An English Regency mother-of-pearl veneered tea caddy, circa 1840, of architectural casket form with chamfered corne...

Beautiful painted bridal chest from Germany, specifically from the Franconian Alb. The chest is painted in oxblood red and features beautiful floral decorations on the front panels. ...

Antique secretaire from the 1840s made of hand-polished mahogany. The secretaire features four drawers and a writing flap, with a classic design typical of the mid-19th century. — P...

Tabletop terrestrial globe, made according to the knowledge of Giovanni Maria Cassini (Venice 1745 - Rome 1824) regular cleric of the Somaschi Fathers, an order proposed in Venice in...

Paxton’s Magazine of Botany Hand-Colored Lithograph, Centropogon, 1847 English, 1847 S. Holden del. & lith. Paxton’s Magazine of Botany, and Register of Flowering Plants, vol. 13...