1850s Furniture

Very nice antique wall fountain made out of French sandstone. Came out of a park from a big French mansion near Paris, France.

The top of this corner cupboard has two glazed doors which are recessed and framed with chamfered moldings. The lower doors have solid panels with matching chamfered moldings. The ce...

This card table is made from the finest burl veneer wood, which exudes a timeless beauty that enriches any space. The rich, dark wood has been carefully crafted to highlight the natu...

19th Century Italian Tilt-top Center Table 1850-1870, Italy Walnut and Various wood, We are pleased to present an extraordinary example of mid-19th-century Italian artistry—a tilt-...

The image is an engraving of the Panthéon in Paris, created by Auguste Bry (1805–1880) and Philippe Benoist (1813–). The Panthéon originally served as a church dedicated to St. Gen...

Collection Rothschild. Mahogany Gueridon after a model of Adam Weisweiler with mahogany and amboyna burl veneer. The tabletop with 4 pull tabs, rests on four fluted uprights legs c...

This original hand-colored map is from the "Atlas National Illustré," a work by Victor Levasseur, a French geographer and cartographer known for his richly illustrated maps. The map is a steel engraving, which was a common and precise method for creating maps at the time. The inclusion of the publisher's name, A. Combette from Paris, and the addresses of the various contributors to the map's creation, like the engravers Laguillermie and Rainaud, adds to the historical context of the piece. The margins of the map are adorned with detailed illustrations that serve as a visual encyclopedic reference to the region's geography, economy, and notable figures. The use of color along the boundaries makes the map not only a tool for navigation but also an educational resource, providing insights into the department's landscape, economy, and cultural significance. The text included in the map's design provides statistical information, a map legend, and discussions about the land, local curiosities, notable personalities, products, and commerce, which would have been invaluable for education and reference at the time. The 'Atlas National Illustré' is celebrated for its combination of cartographic detail and artistic embellishment, making it a valuable cultural artifact. It represents the height of decorative map-making in the 19th century, alongside the works of John Tallis and Archibald Fullarton. This uploaded image is a detailed and colored map of the Département de la Gironde from Victor Levasseur's "Atlas National Illustré." Similar to the other maps from this series, it features a central map with the title 'Dépt. de la Gironde' at the bottom. Surrounding the map are decorative vignettes and elements that bring to life the cultural and economic aspects of the Gironde department. On the left, there is likely statistical information about the department and its subdivisions, reflecting the population and administrative details. This is framed by images that may represent the local industries and natural resources, such as wine, which is a central feature of the Bordeaux region located within Gironde. The right side of the map contains a textual history and descriptions of the region, coupled with portraits of notable figures, possibly historic personages or contributors to the region's cultural and economic development. The illustrations often include agricultural products, symbols of commerce, and scenes of daily life, as well as architectural landmarks. The presence of wine bottles, barrels, and vineyards in the illustrations would be indicative of the Gironde's prominence in wine production, particularly Bordeaux wines, which are esteemed worldwide. These engravings serve to emphasize the richness of the land and the sophistication of its products. Maps from this era, especially those by Levasseur, are notable for their combination of art and education, providing a snapshot not only of the geography but also of the societal and economic conditions of the time. The detailed engravings also suggest that this map was as much a decorative piece as it was a functional one, intended for display and reference by those interested in the illustrated region. The Gironde department in France is renowned for its significant contribution to the wine industry, particularly through the Bordeaux wine region. A bit more about the important places within Gironde and the types of wine the area is known for: 1. **Bordeaux**: The capital city of the department and the heart of the wine region. It's not only an urban center but also a hub for the wine trade. 2. **Médoc**: North of Bordeaux, known for prestigious châteaux and wines like Margaux, Saint-Julien, Pauillac, and Saint-Estèphe. 3. **Saint-Émilion**: East of Bordeaux, recognized for its full-bodied red wines and the picturesque medieval town. 4. **Pomerol**: Also near Saint-Émilion, smaller than its neighbor but equally renowned, particularly for Château Pétrus...

This original hand-colored map is from the "Atlas National Illustré," a work by Victor Levasseur, a French geographer and cartographer known for his richly illustrated maps. The map...

You are viewing a gorgeous hand carved Victorian monks bench or settle We date this to circa 1850 and it's crafted from oak Great piece for the hallway and the top opens up to reveal...

Antique Victorian era sterling silver cream pitcher, etched with swirling leaves and flowers. Monogrammed with the initial R. Made in 1851 by Lond...

Swiss alp Folk Art escabelle from Gstaad village.

Well painted with oval cover with finial over conforming body with handles and conforming tray.

Period Napoleon III furnishings are typically very versatile items, due to the fact that they incorporate elements from preceding styles, allowing these “Second Empire” pieces to be ...

Hand-Colored Botanical Lithograph of Madder and Safflower, Calwer, 1854 This detailed botanical lithograph is from Carl Georg Calwer’s *Deutschlands Technische Pflanzen* (1854), a...

Hand-Colored Botanical Lithograph of Soapwort and Yellow Asphodel, Calwer, 1854 This elegant botanical lithograph is from Carl Georg Calwer’s *Deutschlands Technische Pflanzen* (1...

Pair Victorian Faux Marble column shaped Pedestals Each With: Circular Dished Tops :39cm diameter Tapering columns 10cm to 12cm diameter Square shaped stepped base Pine with Paintwork

A beautiful watercolor of a a young lady. Fabulous quality The sitter is Lucy Grundy. Related to the artist Robert Hindmarsh Grundy* On pap...

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...

Very pretty Tapestry 19th century Aubusson chinoiserie style with very pretty and freche colors ref. 1100.

Let me say that I feel this is the most amazing clock I have seen in over 30 years. The clock case is signed Barbedienne Paris. The clock works are signed with a medallion from Japy ...

Kilim in Turkey, representing tribal style geometric shapes. High quality, beautiful graphics and remarkable finesse. Perfect state of preservation. Measures: 62.99 in. x 37.40 in. kilim en Turquie, représentant des formes géométriques du style tribal. De grande...

A large basket with a Persian-inspired moulded Alma border in black on a bright pink ground, a moulded swan-head handle in white, gilt and pale green, pierced ends and a beautiful pa...

This is a fantastic pair of absolutely beautifully carved Regency or Regence French tapestry upholstered chairs in their original tapestry a...

19th Century Secretary with Trick Lock and Secret Compartments Sweden Birch, mahogany Historicism - dated 1857 Dimensions: H x W x D: 126 x 109 x 55 cm Description: Unusual piece ...

An exceptional, fine and impressive pair of antique Victorian English sterling silver goblets; an addition to our range of wine and drink related silverware These exceptional anti...

This is a stunning pair of plates made by Minton in 1857. The plates are beautifully moulded in the Newcastle Embossed shape, the moulding picked out and turquoise and gilt, and hand...

A large well-detailed musical picture clock. The oil painting on canvas depicts a village scene in Europe with manor home, mountains at sunset in...

Pair antique Japanese early Meiji period Kutani Tsukuru (made at Kutani) porcelain painted bowls. Embellished with delicately hand painted women in mountain scenery and flowers. The ...

Good Quality Early Victorian Mahogany Extending Dining Table. circa 1850 Standing Upon Turned and Carved Legs with Original Brass Castors. The Table Extends By Way Of a Telescopic...

Ca. 1850 Antique Needlepoint Tapestry Pillow

Sn4805, very attractive 19th century gilded mirror, having original glass with some foxing in decorative frame with foliage scrolls to base and leafy crest to the top enclosing small...

Black lacquered Swedish daybed covered with a black canvas. Beautiful carved women heads, with gold accents, inspired by antiquity at the head of the bed....

Circa 1850 Kiyomizu Chawan or Tea Ceremony Bowl, Kyoto, Japan. A rare example, late Edo period. Incredibly light pottery, elegant crackle glaze & restrained decoration of a few leave...

A ceramic vase from Thailand, with light cream glaze and painted floral decorations. Late 19th Century. While the golden age of Thai ceramics ended around the 15-16th Centuries, Thai craftsmen learned the art through generations, later producing smaller numbers of pieces with different clays and glazing techniques, inspired by the original master artisans of places like Si-Satchanalai and Sawankhalok. This small vase is beautifully preserved, measuring approximately 5 inches in diameter and 9.5 inches high. Its light beige glaze and still visible painted decorations is reminiscent of the impeccable craft of the ancient Southeast Asian ceramics.

A nicely detailed trompe l’oeil watercolor on paper of a collage of autographs and scenes from the graduating class of the US Military Academy at West Point, 1855, attributed to Fran...

Grain painted two door cupboard, the top has straight grain paint , the doors, with raised exterior and interior raised panels, along with the sides...

Small Swiss alp trunk.

Antique print titled 'Marseille aus der Vogelschau'. Old print with a view of Marseille, France. This print originates from a German illustrated newsletter, published circa 1885. ...

Antique print titled 'Puishment of the Bamboo'. Print of Chinese punishment with bamboo. This print originates from 'The Chinese Empire: historical and descriptive. Illustrating the ...

A display round tray designed by Tiffany & Co. Beautiful antique three footed round display tray, created in New York city for Tiffany & Co. between the 1858-1859. This tray certainly is one of the first pieces made at the 550 Broadway avenue in solid .925/1000 sterling silver. It was made up with American classic patterns and mount in three elaborated legs. As with all Tiffany pieces, the quality and design are beyond compare. Exceptional and rare example of Tiffany's finest work. Weight: 175.85 Grams (112.72 Dwt). Measurements: Diameter of 146.05 mm and a height of 24.2 mm (5.75 x 0.95 inches). Hallmarks: Stamped twice with the maker's mark, the gothic letter "M" associated to J.C. Moore & Sons (1854-1869), the model number 867, the order numbers 9008 and signed in full. "TIFFANY & CO. M 867 ENGLISH STERLING 925/1000 M 9008 550 BROADWAY". In addition is engraved with the inventory numbers 441. Note: Tiffany silver hollowware and flatware is generally marked Tiffany & Co and generally includes date letters indicating the period it was made. Flatware also usually includes a pattern number. The first date...

This is a beautiful antique Victorian amboyna and ebonised pier cabinet, circa 1850 in date. The rectangular amboyna top with an elegant brass gallery above a frieze inset with a ...

Staffordshire flow blue serving plate, the raised rim is decorated with a simple flow blue pattern , the main body with coral colored flowers and flow blue foliage, the under rim is ...

This is a stunning pair of oval dishes made by Minton in 1857. The dishes are beautifully moulded in the Newcastle Embossed shape, the moulding picked out and turquoise and gilt, and...

Antique print titled 'New-China Street a Canton'. This print depicts a street in Guangzhou, China. Originates from 'Voyage autour du monde, exécuté pendant les années 1836 et 1837 ...

Barbizet (attributed) French Palissy Majolica wall platter which features various overlying fish, shells and an eel on a bed of fern leaves. Colouration: green, brown, yellow, are predominant. Book reference ,'Bernard PALISSY et ses suiveurs'', by Christine Viennet...

Ca. 1850 Antique French Aubusson Tapestry Pillow

Wings of the Night: Hand-Colored 1856 Lithograph of Exotic Moths and Their Life Cycle Description: This stunning hand-colored lithograph from 1856 is a fine example of 19th-cent...

Dating from around 1850, this is a wonderful antique French Rococo Revival Secretaire a Abattant featuring ormolu mounted mahogany, gonzalo alves and marquetry. A Secretaire a abatt...

718 - 19th century bukhara textile.

Refined hand engraved large brass Ottoman vessel with verses from the Quran intermingled with raised and depressed intricate carvings. Good original condition. A superb work of art f...

A showstopping 19th century Renaissance Revival giltwood and gesso overmantle mirror of incredible proportions. Circa 1850, England This truly spectacular mirror boasts egg and...

Hallmarked in London in 1856 by Joseph Angell II, this attractive, Victorian, antique sterling silver goblet, features engraved decoratio...

Swiss alpine folk art escabelle from Wallis country A 21.

Large Very Decorative Elaborate French Louis Philippe Wall Mirror This is a Magnificent Statement Piece and Genuine 19th Century French Chic Furnishing,...

A Swedish Primitive Milking Stool ca1850-1880s Featuring a beautiful gray tone acquired through time and sun exposure, along with distinctive ...

A large and masculine 19th century Scottish (Edinburgh circa 1850) Belgian black marble fireplace surround. A substantial square shelf ...

Antique Victorian Dresser Swivel Mirror

This elegant 19th-century column crafted from white Carrara marble from Italy is a piece of great beauty and refinement. In good overall condition, it measures 77x14x14 cm. This col...