1850s Furniture

An impressive large and rear early Victorian carved pollard oak mirror back sideboard, Circa 1850 in date. The inverse breakfront sideboard features a shaped mirror back with supe...

This is a fine antique pair of French Grand Tour patinated-bronze sculptures of the Marly Horses, Circa 1850 in date and signed to one base. The original Marly Horses were commissi...

Good Condition, Original Design Modified.

The two prints are lithographs from the book *Exploration of the Valley of the Amazon*, made by the U.S. Navy Department in 1854. This book chronicles an expedition undertaken to exp...

This map titled "Guyane" is part of the France Pittoresque series and provides a detailed view of French Guiana along with a plan of the city of Cayenne. Features: - The map showcases the broader region of French Guiana, indicating key rivers, settlements, and the coastline along the Atlantic Ocean. - To the left, there's an inset labeled "Plan de la Ville de Cayenne", which shows the street layout, squares, and main buildings of the capital city, Cayenne. This inset provides a more detailed view of the urban area, highlighting its geometric grid layout near the coast. - The larger map outlines geographical features such as rivers (e.g., Oyapock and Maroni), forests, and territories in the surrounding area, including the neighboring Brazilian Empire...

Assembled pair, in columnar form with ebonized capitals and bases. Faux porphyry inspired by Egyptian artifacts brought to ancient Rome.  Dimensions not identical.

Pair of silver candle holders on a six-pointed, cambered base with guilloche decoration. Curved shaft, engine-turned, with a slightly fla...

Heading : Mahogany writing slope from the mid 19th century Date : Period : Victoria Origin : Englnad Decoration :Mahogany veneered exterior with brass binding and vacant cartouch...

Rare pair of Edwardian small chest with ornate marquetry. Unique bronze hardware on these keyed chests. Provided are decorative keys with tassels but they do not lock the chests. Sle...

Japanese Abura-zara (oil plate), Seto ceramic plate used to catch oil drippings from lanterns, simple flat, round dish with slightly raised edge, one half...

19th Century Botanical Lithograph of Aphelandra Porteana by Louis van Houtte This is a botanical illustration of Aphelandra porteana, a plant commonly known as Zebra Plant, due to t...

Circa 1850 Chinese export papier mache footed tray. Exquisitely hand painted & gilded. Minor rubbing & darkening commensurate with age, material & use. 11 3/8" dia., 1.75" h. We are...

English lead figural fountain of musical pan with flanking plumbed flutes standing atop a circular globe and resting on an octagonal base with flanking frogs. Mid 19th Century. Fount...

"Pleasures of Winter" Maintains the appropriate markings along with "New York, Published by N. Currier 152 Nassau Street. (The firm was located here in lower Manhattan from 1837-1872) The lithograph portrays a woman leaving her stately home with her two children, being escorted by two drivers to ride in a double seated horse drawn sleigh. In the background is a snowy field with other houses and a loaded horse drawn timber sleigh. In addition to the Amon Carter Museum in Dallas, an example of "Pleasures of Winter" is in: The Library of Congress The Springfield Museum (Massachusetts) Gift of Lenore and Sydney Alpert) Metropolitan Museum of Art (Gift of Colgate 1962) Museum of Fine Arts Boston (Donated by Lee M. Friedman) Dimensions: actual= 16 1/2" h x 23 13/16" w matte= 19 1/2" h x 25 1/4" w folio= 21 9/16" h x 27 1/2" w with frame= 26 1/4" h x 32 1/4" w frame= 1 1/4" burl bird's eye maple It is in very good all original condition; and housed and professionally mounted in a fine quality and attractive bird's eye maple wooden frame with preservation backing and frontal protective glass (important when dealing with 170 year old lithographs); it is the rare and desirable Currier large folio sheet example in fine original color. There is minor foxing and a tideline upper center (see images). The larger folios are more rare because they appealed to the wealthier sector of the population and were more expensive, thus fewer were made, albeit, knowing their more discerning customer base, there was more attention given to detail; hand coloring, and quality for example. This example has been framed and housed in museum quality conservation backing for over 80 years. I have had it professionally taken apart and I inspected the folio visually, and examined it with a black light and loop; as a result, I guarantee and can attest to the accuracy of my description of the lithograph. I then had the folio professionally remounted in it's original frame with an upgraded preservation backing (see images of original folios out of frame and for confirmation of inspection). This lithograph has no tears, no touch up paint, and no glued or taped repairs. This is one of the four iconic and highly desirable set of lithographs made by Nathaniel Currier (1813-1888) dated 1855 from the American Country Life series. They are named; Spring "May Morning"; Summer "Summer Evening"; Fall ""October Afternoon"; and Winter "Pleasures of Winter". The lithograph was produced from the painting of well known artist Frances (Fanny) Flora (Bond Palmer (1812-1876). She painted typical American scenes of daily American life that were used by Currier for years to come. She was an accomplished artist by the time she migrated to the United States from England, and Currier commissioned her to do the country scenes for this series. Each of the original images are toned lithographs with applied hand painted watercolor. The lithograph reflects an affluent life style, showcasing grandiose homes and glamorizing the rural way of living as urban areas became more densely populated with the tidal wave and arrival of immigrants. Nathaniel Currier began his lithograph business in 1835 with hand colored images portraying outdoor panoramic, historical, pastoral, and landmark scenes and events, with which the middle class and the wealthy sought to decorate their houses. James Ives (1824-1895) was his accountant) and would join him later in 1857 to help run the business. The hand painted lithograph is embellished with script text in the bottom margin of the folio "Entered according to art of congress in the year 1855 by N. Currier in the clerk's office of the southern district of N.Y." "F.F Palmer...

This is a Swedish Mora Clock "Norrland Model ". the old works have been removed and New battery works installed. I do offer the Original works with every clock I sell.

Set of 12 water goblets American, circa 1850. Clear blown flint glass in excllent original condition with no repairs or breaks.

Pair of Champagne cooler WMF Sign: Page: X in the Book – Art Nouveau Domestic Metalwork from WMF Wurttembergische Metallwarenfabrik: The Engl...

EXCEPTIONAL GOLD RUSH POCKET SCALE WITH GREEN, ENAMELED TIN, GILT EAGLE & LETTERING THAT READS: “MADE EXPRESSLY FOR CALIFORNIA,” circa 1850 “Miners' Improved Gold Scale,” made circ...

This hand-colored engraving titled "Madagascar - Incendie d’un Village de Chahary" (Burning of a Village in Chahary, Madagascar) depicts a dramatic and intense scene in which a villa...

This exquisite antique beaded purse from Germany, dating to around 1850, is a remarkable example of 19th-century craftsmanship and textile art. Richly embroidered with vibrant glass beads in exceptionally fresh and bold colors, the purse features a charming depiction of a dog on one side and a colorful parrot on the other. The attention to detail extends even to the edges, where additional animals and floral motifs are intricately stitched, showcasing the skill and artistry of its original maker. The interior is lined with fine, buttery-soft deerskin leather, offering a luxurious tactile experience. While some minor bead losses and carefully executed repairs are visible, the overall condition is impressively well-preserved for its age. The drawstring is missing, but with the addition of a new ribbon, this delicate piece could even be used again—though it remains most striking as a collector’s item or display piece. Antique purses like this, especially with such vivid imagery and expert beadwork, are increasingly rare and highly sought after. A wonderful find for lovers of textile history, decorative arts, or romantic Victorian accessories.

Mid-19th Century Grand Tour Bronze Figurative Sculpture 'The Dying Gaul', Italy By: unknown Material: bronze, copper, metal Technique: cast, molded, polished, metalwork, patinated D...

Very decorative small marquetry commode, Italy, circa 1850. Inlaid with different woods such as mahogany and ebony. Bone has also been used. The lovely masterpiece is in a very good ...

Wonderful image after Van Dyck Fine Steel engraving. Published by Virtue C.1850 Unframed.

A beautiful tiger maple & cherry four drawer chest with a rectangular top surmounting a cherry case with four graduated drawers, each with cockbeaded tiger maple veneered drawer fron...

ANTIQUE-UNIQUE. Impressive secretary from the mid-19th century in Biedermeier style. Antique furniture with a more beautiful form will add elegance to any interior. A representative ...

A lovely 19th century French Napoleon III slipper chair. This magnificent French slipper chair features a scrolled back, and has been upholstered in a light fabric, with an embroider...

An antique English ebonized and hand carved wood fire screen, having its original needlepoint in good condition. This is an antique English pole screen, early Victorian with needlepo...

Pair of American wrought iron, paneled glass, and spelter finial decorative wall lanterns mounted on the original scrolled iron brackets. Originally gas and have been electrified wit...

France / 1850 / dinner table / elm wood / rustic / antique / wabi sabi A long antique elm wood table, made in France around 1850. This classic ...

Wonderful 19th century Italian painting. Oil painting on canvas, first canvas, depicting a splendid praying Madonna who takes as a model a late Baroque devotional composition, presum...

715 - Belle broderie ottomane du milieu du 19ème siècle avec un joli motif floral et de belles couleurs naturelles, entièrement brodée à la main avec du métal sur fond de laine.

Some with markings. Dimensions ; Width- 14.63 inches Depth- 11.5 inches Height- 16 inches Width- 12 inches Depth- 9.25 inches Height- 10 inches Width- 8.75 inches Depth- 7.25 inche...

1850 French adjustable metal dentist chair Fantastic French dentist chair, it has a wooden seat, fully adjustable, chair is in great vintage conditio...

Series of four refined 19th century authentic English Victorian mahogany wood four chairs. The legs are very elegant with carved wood decorations. The seat is wide and comfortable in goods conditions. Antique goods...

19th Century French painted silk of mother of pearl fan, shadow-box framed antique ladies fan, made of mother of pearl with gold leaf on the outer ...

White marble sculpture depicting bust of maiden. Three-quarter face with downward gaze. Dark patina wood base.

Featuring intricately woven motifs and emblems on a mixture of Burgundy Beige backgrounds through the centre. A highly detailed layered border then encloses the handmade carpet. This...

Set of 6 English Oak and Elm Windsor Carver Chairs This style is known by many names Smokers Bow, Windsor Chairs or Captain’s Chairs A very rare ...

The Tallis maps, including the one of India, are known for their detailed and ornamental style. They were produced during the mid-19th century, a time when cartographic publishing became as much an art form as a means of geographic representation. John Tallis & Company, founded by John Tallis, was known for creating maps with elaborate borders and vignettes surrounding the map itself. These maps often included illustrations that depicted scenes representative of the region's culture, significant local wildlife, architectural landmarks, and portraits of indigenous peoples...

19th century giltwood polychrome statue of Madonna is a superbly artistic rendition of the Mother of Jesus, uncharacteristically holding our both han...

This is an antique Victorian mahogany serving table or buffet, circa 1850 in date. It is made from mahogany, has a moulded top with twin frieze drawers over two tiered shelves and i...

Good Condition, Original Design Modified.

A very well carved alabaster bust of a young Mid 19th century child, with crochet shawl and holding a basket. Italian signed to rear by the artist. In good condition images are a tru...

This is a superb antique occasional table. A French, mahogany centre table or desk, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850. Boasting an elegant form, exquisite carved detai...

Large Dutch delft vase, circa 1850. Hand painted with birds and flowers. Measures: Height / 21.3 inches. Diameter / 11.5 inches.

"October Afternoon" Maintains the appropriate markings along with "New York, Published by N. Currier 152 Nassau Street. (The firm was located here in lower Manhattan from 1837-1872) The lithograph illustrates two men and their dog with young son (hunting rifle over shoulder) in tow, returning from the rabbit hunt with their catch being presented to the lady of the house with baby in arms. The gated mansion is in the background while geese float upon the fertile pond in the background. In addition to the Amon Carter Museum in Dallas, an example of "Pleasures of Winter" is in: The Metropolitan Museum of Art (Bequest of Adele S. Colgate, 1962) Museum of Fine Arts Boston (Donated by Lee M. Friedman) The Library of Congress The Yale University Art Gallery (Gift of Mabel Brady Garvan Collection) Dimensions: actual= 16 1/2" h x 23 13/16" w matte= 19 1/2" h x 25 1/4" w folio= 21 1/4" h x 27 3/4" w with frame= 26 1/4" h x 32 1/4" w frame= 1 1/4" burl bird's eye maple It is in very good all original condition; and housed and professionally mounted in a fine quality and attractive bird's eye maple wooden frame with preservation backing and frontal protective glass (important when dealing with 170 year old lithographs); it is the rare and desirable Currier large folio sheet example in fine original color. There is some slight foxing to the cream border and minor fading (see images), The larger folios are more rare because they appealed to the wealthier sector of the population and were more expensive, thus fewer were made, albeit, knowing their more discerning customer base, there was more attention given to detail; hand coloring, and quality for example. This example has been framed and housed in museum quality conservation backing for over 80 years. I have had it professionally taken apart and I inspected the folio visually, and examined it with a black light and loop; as a result, I guarantee and can attest to the accuracy of my description of the lithograph. I then had the folio professionally remounted in it's original frame with an upgraded preservation backing (see images of original folios out of frame and for confirmation of inspection). This lithograph has no tears, no touch up paint, and no glued or taped repairs. This is one of the four iconic and highly desirable set of lithographs made by Nathaniel Currier (1813-1888) dated 1855 from the American Country Life series. They are named; Spring "May Morning"; Summer "Summer Evening"; Fall ""October Afternoon"; and Winter "Pleasures of Winter". The lithograph was produced from the painting of well known artist Frances (Fanny) Flora (Bond Palmer (1812-1876). She painted typical American scenes of daily American life that were used by Currier for years to come. She was an accomplished artist by the time she migrated to the United States from England, and Currier commissioned her to do the country scenes for this series. Each of the original images are toned lithographs with applied hand painted watercolor. The lithograph reflects an affluent life style, showcasing grandiose homes and glamorizing the rural way of living as urban areas became more densely populated with the tidal wave and arrival of immigrants. Nathaniel Currier began his lithograph business in 1835 with hand colored images portraying outdoor panoramic, historical, pastoral, and landmark scenes and events, with which the middle class and the wealthy sought to decorate their houses. James Ives (1824-1895) was his accountant) and would join him later in 1857 to help run the business. The hand painted lithograph is embellished with script text in the bottom margin of the folio "Entered according to art of congress in the year 1855 by N. Currier in the clerk's office of the southern district of N.Y." "F.F Palmer...

This is a superb large antique Grand Tour patinated bronze version of David, dating from the mid 19th Century. The bronze statue depicts David with an enigmatic smile posed with ...

Circa 1850s James Dixon & Sons silver plated meat dome with bold beaded border. Raised by hand. Fully hallmarked. Minor blemishes reveal nickle ...

Recently lifted from its original home, this amazing and unique set of 35 antique French handmade ceramic tiles. Designed by Maison four maintraux-Hornoy and manufactured for Pas de ...

Antique Sailor's elaborate woolwork, circa 1855, with a photograph of the sailor held in a woolwork frame set on the British flag on a cruciform reserve; with the "Honi Soit Qui Mal ...

A fantastic and large pair of 19th century Louis XV/Roccoco style Italian Giltwood Venetian hand-etched and hand engraved mirrors. These gorgeous mirrors are all hand-carved with scr...

Pair of 19c, Venetian gilt mirror frames with detachable sconces. Later, 20c plate (c1910) with some light foxing. Beautiful and delicate foliate design details. Some small losses t...

Description: original antique print of a battle scene. Source unknown, to be determined. Artists and Engravers: Engraved by P. Wunster. Condition: Good, general age-related ton...

Ca. 1850 Antique French Aubusson Pillow

This is a stunning Antique Sevres porcelain and ormolu wall light, Circa 1850 in date. It features an elegant classical frame topped with a ribbon crest with a satyr mask below a...

Antique, rustic Flemish cabinet made around 1850. This solid oak cabinet has a great patina and beautiful copper details in the locks and doorknobs. Has some old restorations at the ...

19th Century French folk-art militaria painting 19th Century piece of French folk-art militaria art, gouache on paper in its original frame still with vibrant colours and detail as ...

Two images on one sheet depicting ruins in Mexico. This print originates from 'Die Kunstwerke vom Alterthum bis auf die Gegenwart, oder, Wegweiser durch das ganze Gebiet der bild...

Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow With Figures In A Landscape In A Sepia Tones Ca.1850

A Life-Size 19th Century Gilt Bronze Thai Buddha with Mother of Pearl Eyes. This life-size Thai gilt bronze Buddha stands serenely in the Abha...