1850s Furniture

This is a stunning and long Chinese altar table that measures a full 10 ft. in length with carved end pedestals featuring high relief buddhist...

A 19th century Meissen Porcelain Group of Commedia Dell"arte, harlequin and columbine dancing. This example depicts Harlequin dancing...

The map presented here is an intricate example from the series of maps produced by John Tallis & Company. Tallis maps are known for their detailed and elaborate style, often includin...

Size: 8ft 10in x 4ft 10in (270 x 147cm). Antique Caucasian Kasim-Usag rug of classic design with superb colour. Dated to the field 1273 (1856). Dated 1856. The rug is of an early...

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...

Engraving of Waterford City and Natural Bridge near Kilkee, 19th Century This 19th-century engraving presents two striking scenes from Ireland: 1. Waterford City: The upper illustr...

Shaped tray with floral decoration and conforming separate base. Signed on underside of tray.

Fabulous 10 panel coromandel lacquer 19th century Chinese Screen from Paris. Has beautifully detailed handpainted design with original cast...

19th Century Rustic Pine Irish Chicken Hutch Dresser This dresser is a genuine Irish piece with as much of a rustic look that anyone could want, it has a wonderful Rustic patina which has been made mostly by Irish wood...

English ironstone blue and white platter from the Staffordshire region, the border features alternating scenes of castles with tress and stylize...

This is an antique 5 drawer tallboy. An English, walnut and flame mahogany chest of drawers, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1850. Exquisite Victorian craftsmanship – A fine e...

Hand-Colored Botanical Lithograph of Woad and White Goosefoot, Calwer, 1854 This rare and meticulously crafted botanical lithograph is from Carl Georg Calwer’s *Deutschlands Techn...

Gilt and burnished bronze sculpture depicting tamer with horse. On the base engraved signature of the author. Posthumous copy.

1890 Gustavian Style Swedish painted distressed Dresser-Nightstand. Original brass hardware.

Rare pair of Austria blown glass and bronze hanging bell jar hall lanterns, Signed R. Ditmar Wien, Austria. Mid 19th Century

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...

19th century red lacquered chinoiserie tilt top side table. Original deep, rich Chinese red lacquered finish. Note: Regional differences in humidity and climate during shipping may cause antique and...

Mid 19th Century Ukrainian Carpet ( 7'9" x 11'9" - 236 x 358 cm )

Hand-Colored Botanical Lithograph of Wild Mustard and Charlock, Calwer, 1854 Description: This beautifully detailed botanical lithograph is from Carl Georg Calwer’s *Deutschlands ...

This unusual Chinese Export Rose Medallion chestnut bowl retains the original underplate and dates from the Qing Dynasty (1644-1912). A handmade and hand painted piece, there are the...

A large rare pair of 19th century Meissen Chinoiserie style Nodding Pagoda Figures with Movable Head, Hand and Tongue, known as a "Nodder'. This Unusual...

Hand-Colored Botanical Lithograph of Madder, Buckthorn, and Cleavers, Calwer, 1854 This finely crafted botanical lithograph is from Carl Georg Calwer’s *Deutschlands Technische P...

Wonderful toleware chest Not sure what the original function was. No evidence to suggest it was a coal bin. Cream painted with gilt decoration in neoclassical style. Original paint...

Pair of two panel screens with a rooster and a hen in amongst bamboo. Signed by the artist Ema Saiko 1787-1861. A Japanese painter, poet and calligrapher celebrated for her Chinese...

Artist: Utagawa Hiroshige (1797 - 1858) Series: The Fifty-three Stations of the Tokaido (Upright) Number: 40 Chiryu: The Former Site of the Irises at Eightbridge Village (Chiryu, Yatsuhashimura kakitsubata no koseki) Medium: Woodblock Print Date: 1855 Format: Vertical Oban Size (H x W): 14" x 9.25" print only. Publisher: Tsutaya Kichizo Seals: Aratame and date Signature: Hiroshige hitsu...

Hand-Colored Botanical Lithograph of Nicotiana Tabacum and Nicotiana Rustica, 1854 This striking hand-colored botanical lithograph is from Carl Georg Calwer’s 'Deutschlands Tech...

Beautiful antique mahogany writing table with 2 drawers on both sides. This means that the table can also be used by 2 people. Green mixed gold-edged leather top. The table is in ver...

This highly detailed study of a Normandy mare is an excerpted model from Mêne's popular Jument normande et son poulain, exhibited in wax at the 1868 Salon (no. 3749), and in bronze t...

Primitive cabinet from Transylvania, made of sawn or hewn beech wood, circa 1850. Two shelves inside. This is a cabinet from a very modest house in the highlands. It is a small mirac...

This rather straight, very heavy solid oak Viennese baroque folding desk has been carefully restored to its original condition - no replacements! Even the 2 main keys are still there...

Victorian Sampler, 1850, Sarah Roberts Aged 13. The sampler is worked in silk threads on a linen ground, mainly in cross stitch. Meandering strawberry border. Colours green, light br...

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 ...

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

A large and rare original chromolithographic plate from a significant 19th-century botanical work on orchids from the Dutch East Indies (now Indonesia). It is taken from the book t...

19th century French small copper saucer pan. Polished.

A fine and impressive antique German silver coffee pot; an addition to our silver teaware collection This impressive antique German silver coffee p...

The text in the image is in Italian: "Balena spinta sulle coste della Siberia." The phrase mean "Whale stranded on the coasts of Siberia." The image is a lithograph created by B...

Two maps in matting board. From the Pictorial Bible Atlas, published in 1856. Title for Map 1: Voyages and Travels of Apostle Paul – Illustrated Antique...

Pair Of 19th Century Glass Front Framed German Botanicals Wall Art, Both Framed Botanicals are Pre-Owned Condition, can be used in Home or Office, ...

France / 1850 / bench / wood / rustic / mid century Beautiful rustic small low bench crafted in solid wood in France around 1850. On the elegant legs and with nice patina on the woo...

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

The map presented here is an intricate example from the series of maps produced by John Tallis & Company. Tallis maps are known for their detailed and elaborate style, often includin...

This is a very rare English pine breakfront cupboard dating to the early 1800s. In original condition, noticed the end panels how they're recessed versus just being a flat ends four ...

This hand-colored lithograph illustrates *Sarracenia drummondii*, commonly known as Drummond's Pitcher Plant, and is part of Louis van Houtte’s *Flore des Serres et des Jardins de l'...

Antique 19th century a pair of silk Chinese fans, Qing dynasty with fan frame box. Fan is 18inch x 10'' x 2''.

Fabulous American Empire 6 drawer crotch flame book matched mahogany dresser. Features are large mirror with tall columns, Carrara marble, step back dresser...

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 ...

This image is an intricate frontispiece from a book by Jacques Barozzi de Vignole, known as Vignola, an influential 16th-century Italian architect who was one of the great architect ...

Antoine Louis Barye Theseus Slaying the Centaur Bienor Black Patinated Bronze Group. A French bronze group entitled 'Thesee combattant le centaure Bienor, esquisse' (Theseus slaying...

Located a stone's throw from the Eiffel Tower in Paris, we are a French family business specializing in the purchase, sale, expertise, cleaning, restoration and conservation of tapes...

This is a grand antique overmantle mirror. An English, giltwood wall mirror in Italianate taste, dating to the early Victorian period, circa ...

Italian glazed and hand-painted terracotta figural bust of Diana raised on a two tiered circular faux painted plinth. Goddess of the moon, Mid-19th Century.

18th-century English pewter mug or cup with handle. Measures: 5.5" W x 4.75" D x 4.25" H. 18th century pewter one-pint measuring cup hammered. Silv...

A pair of Adam style neoclassical candlesticks, 19th century. With fluted tapering sides decorated with swags, rams heads, and leaf garlands topped with bows. The rectangular bases w...

This rather straight, very heavy solid oak Viennese baroque folding desk has been carefully restored to its original condition - no replacements! Even the 2 main keys are still there...

John Tallis & Company was a London-based map publisher that flourished during the 19th century. Their maps, characterized by elaborate borders and decorative vignettes, are some of t...

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...

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely very rare circa 1850 hand made in Venice Italy carved Fruitwood rocking armchair depicting Sea horses, Cherubs, and gothic gargoyles...

American three masted clipper ship diorama under glass in shadow box gilt frame. Mid-19th century.

Original hand colored lithograph on paper of the multi colored Japanese Pheasant, with accompanying notes by John Gould. The work was drawn on stone ...

Decorative 19th-Century Map of West Canada with Niagara Falls and Indigenous Scenes This detailed 19th-century map of West Canada, drawn and engraved by J. Rapkin and published by...

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...

1851 Swedish Mora clock with hand painted floral details against a white painted background (original paintwork). Carved detailing of crown. Dial details include the name of the cloc...

Here are descriptions of the eight botanical illustrations, including the Latin and English names of the plants, why they are significant, and details about the creators and the tech...

Hallmarked in London in 1854 by Barnards, this stunning, Victorian, antique sterling silver Centrepiece, features a central glass bowl and 5 spaces for candles. The centrepiece is ri...

Blue-Flowered Aechmea Botanical Illustration by Louis van Houtte, 19th Century This illustration features the Blue-Flowered Aechmea, scientifically known as Aechmea coelestis, a spe...

Set of eight Antique American 1850 Blown Flint Glass Champagne Flutes. Very good original condition with no signs of repair.

This is a beautiful antique Victorian mahogany demi lune side table, 19th century in date. The table is made of solid mahogany with a moulded top above a plain frieze and is raised ...

Early Pine Dining Table From Spain, Circa 1850

Decorative 19th-Century Map of South America by J. Rapkin, Published by J & F Tallis Description: This beautifully detailed map of South America, drawn and engraved by J. Rapkin a...

A rare and colourful mid-Victorian Arch spandrel carved in elegant Crema Valencia marble, fully cleaned and restored-and ready to install. English, circ...

Nicely carved with lion of St Marks on top of back. Saddle seat with arms with animal head terminals. Four curved legs with stretchers.

This is an intricately detailed map from 1852 titled *Colonies Françaises en Amérique*, depicting several key French colonies in the Americas. The map focuses on regions such as Fr...