1870s Furniture

E W Godwin, attributed, probably made by Collinson and Lock. An Anglo-Japanese walnut circular parlor chair with fan shaped arms on bulbous turned legs un...

Handmade antique Caucasian rug in distressed condition, from the end of 19th century.  

Antique blue Sèvres porcelain centrepiece French, 1876 Height 24cm, diameter 33.5cm Produced by Sèvres, this refined porcelain centrepiece is a superb expression of the factory’s ce...

La Ménagerie Impériale: Le Musée des Empaillés 1. **Le Boa** (Prétention - Servilité) 2. **Le Rat d'Église** (Dévotion - Hypocrisie) 3. **Le Hibou** (Sagesse - Prudence) 4. **La Pie...

1870s hand painted portrait on porcelain.

This is a high quality antique Victorian coromandel porcelain inset adjustable book slide, by Betjemann's, 19th century and circa 1870 in date. It is made of stunnning coromandel and features a pair of oval gilt brass mounts enclosing porcelain reserves of seated cherubs, and it is wonderfully decorated with stupendous ormolu mounts decorated with rope detail. This amazing book slide bears the engraved brass plaque. FIELD late STOCKEN 53 Regent Street It was made by the renowned maker of patented mechanisms, Betjemann's of Pentonville Road, London, and bears their engraved plaque name and patent number 5329. It is a delightful object which will display your favourite books beautifully. Condition: In excellent condition. As an antique items, the pieces shows signs of use commensurate with age, these minor condition issues are mentioned for accuracy and, as seen in the accompanying photographs, the slide displays beautifully. Dimensions in cm: Height 5.5 x Width 41 x Depth 18 - Closed Height 20 x Width 67 x Depth 18 - Open Dimensions in inches: Height 2 inches x Width 1 foot, 4 inches x Depth 7 inches - Closed Height 8 inches x Width 2 foot, 2 inches x Depth 7 inches - Open Betjemann & Sons From 1859, based at 36-40 Pentonville Road, London, George Betjemann amd his two sons took the art of cabinet, box and book slide making to new heights. They specialised in designs for operating the way that different compartments in vanity boxes opened and also the sprung system for book slides. Pietra dura is a term for the inlay technique of using cut and fitted, highly polished coloured stones to create images. It is considered a decorative art. Pietre dure is an Italian plural meaning "hard rocks" or hardstones; the singular pietra dura is also encountered in Italian. In Italian, but not in English, the term embraces all gem engraving and hardstone carving, which is the artistic carving of three-dimensional objects in semi-precious stone, normally from a single piece, for example in Chinese jade. The traditional convention in English has been to use the singular pietra dura just to denote multi-colored inlay work. However, in recent years there has been a trend to use pietre dure as a term for the same thing, but not for all of the techniques it covers, in Italian. But the title of a 2008 exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, Art of the Royal Court: Treasures in Pietre Dure from the Palaces of Europe used the full Italian sense of the term, probably because they thought that it had greater brand recognition. The material on the website speaks of objects such as a vase in lapis lazuli as being examples of "hardstone carving (pietre dure)" The Victoria & Albert Museum in London uses both versions on its website, but uses pietra dura. "A method of inlaying coloured marbles or semi-precious stones into a stone base, often in geometric or flower patterns...." Giovanni...

Aesthetic Movement. An oak pipe rack with a Japanese-style brass fretwork backplate, and a tobacco draw with brass handle.

This is an elegant antique Victorian brass bound mahogany walking stick stand, circa 1870 in date. The stand is of cylindrical shape, features three brass bands, a pair of ormolu l...

The print is the plant Stifftia chrysantha, also known as the Golden Fleece or Saffron Brush. This illustration is a color lithograph from Louis Van Houtte's "Flore des Serres et des...

This is an antique Japanese lithograph depicting a Buddhist monk or a high-ranking religious figure, seated in traditional robes. The monk is dress...

Wonderful and rare Victorian paste set frame from the mid-late 19th century. An extraordinary and massive piece of "jewelry" for your tabletop. Beautifully...

Title: Antique Botanical Triptych with Erythronium Americanum and Bellflower c1870 Description: This exquisite botanical triptych features three finely detailed chromolithographs fr...

Bruce Talbert attributed possibly for Cox and Sons. A good period Gothic Revival oak desk with the original leather writing area and Y shaped supports bel...

Beautiful, Victorian, hobnail-cut crystal biscuit barrel on original Sheffield plated stand, Sheffield, England, circa 1870, Cooper Bros. & Son, Ltd.- make...

Housing an impressive 3 lights each. These will be rewired with certified UL US sockets for the USA and appropriate sockets for the rest of the world. Original color on tole. Adornin...

The print titled "La Ménagerie Impériale" is a satirical caricature featuring Maupas. It is part of a series composed of 31 hand-colored lithograph plates by the artist Hadol, publis...

The print titled "La Ménagerie Impériale" is a satirical caricature featuring Napoléon III. It is part of a series composed of 31 hand-colored lithograph plates by the artist Hadol, ...

A Victorian burr walnut free standing pedestal desk by Druce & Co, of rectangular form with a later green leather inset top above three disguised fri...

Great image of The Battle of Hopton Heath Fine steel engraving after G.Cattermole Published by Mackenzie C.1870 Unframed. The size given is the paper size

Yellow Saxifrage and Siberian Squill, hand-coloured botanical print, 1874 This vivid hand-coloured botanical print from 1874 features two contrasting alpine plants: Saxifraga aizo...

Striped Thyme and Kidneywort Violet, hand-coloured botanical print, 1874 This finely detailed hand-coloured lithograph from 1874 features two distinctive alpine species: Thymus st...

Pyrenean Oxytrope and Spring Sandwort, hand-coloured botanical print, 1874 This delicate hand-coloured lithograph from 1874 features two alpine plant species: Oxytropis pyrenaica ...

Primula pedemontana and Alpine Toadflax, hand-coloured print, 1874 This exquisite hand-coloured lithograph from 1874 features two charming alpine species: Primula pedemontana and ...

Corsican Betony and Coral Bead Plant, hand-coloured botanical print, 1874 This elegant 19th-century hand-coloured botanical print features two striking alpine species: Corsican ...

Second half of the 19th century half-hull of an English schooner wooden planking nailed and mounted on ebonized wooden board. Good condition, board measures 100x 13x21 cm - inches...

This is an antique helmet fire basket. An English, copper coal scuttle or fireside bin, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1870. Delightful helme...

The print titled "La Ménagerie Impériale" is a satirical caricature featuring Princess Mathilde. It is part of a series composed of 31 hand-colored lithograph plates by the artist Ha...

E W Godwin, attributed, probably made by Collinson & Lock. A rare and exceptional Anglo Japanese mahogany side table with semi-circular legs. The sem...

This handmade antique Afghan Ersari Torba rug, crafted in the 1870s, is a rare and collectible piece that showcases the remarkable artistry and cultural heritage of the Ersari tribe....

A good quality set of four Gothic Revival oak dining chairs with twin pierced quatrefoil details to the arched top and bobbin turned l...

This handmade antique Afghan Baluch bagface, crafted in the 1880s, is a collectible piece that reflects the rich cultural traditions of the Baluch weavers. With its compact dimensions and striking geometric patterns, this bagface is a timeless treasure ideal for collectors and those who appreciate antique tribal textiles...

Exotic Flora Trio: Himalayan Aucuba, Japanese Lantern Plant & Brazilian Acanthus The maker Louis Van Houtte was a highly influential figure in 19th-century horticulture, not only as...

The print titled "La Ménagerie Impériale" is a satirical caricature featuring Zangiacomi. It is part of a series composed of 31 hand-colored lithograph plates by the artist Hadol, pu...

Andrea Paladio was a Venetian architect of the 16th century who is still a reference today engraving representing an architectural work of the 16th century coming from a set publishe...

Cannocchiale in ottone a sezione tonda con impugnatura rivestita di Galuchat pelle di razza conciata e messa fuoco a tre allunghi. Manifattura inglese della seconda metà dell'800. Lu...

This is a converted pair of Baroque Italian giltwood and metal candlesticks that are now wired for use as floorlamps. They are in distressed condition with chips and small areas of g...

Harvard Fraternal Medallion - Delta Kappa Epsilon DKE 1877 Robert P. Hastings Silver Medallion by the Delta Kappa Epsilon Fraternity to Robert P. Hastings Harvard College 1873-1877 The Hastings College of Law was founded by Serranus Clinton Hastings, a man of diverse and magnificent accomplishments. Schoolmaster, lawyer, legislator, member of Congress, Chief Justice...

The plant illustrated in the print is Cyrtanthus obliquus, commonly known as the Fire Lily or Oblique Cyrtanthus. Description of Cyrtanthus obliquus: - Botanical Characteristics: Th...

A truly magnificent three bottle decanter case made from silver plate and fully marked for the Sheffield silversmith's, Philip Ashberry & Sons, dating ...

Map titled "Westliche Halbkugel" (Western Hemisphere), is a copperplate engraving from 1876 by Adolf Stieler, a renowned German cartographer. Here's an expanded analysis based on the...

2 pewter plates (Wedding - Anniversary - Birthday - Birth) Manufacturer G. Hugel Bavaria Zinngießerei / Pewterer Known dates: 1870's Production Period 1871-1874 Country of Manufact...

This is a fine antique French Louis XVI Revival ormolu table lamp with Carrara marble base, circa 1870 in date. An ormolu triple branch light candela...

A Bronze Vase, chiseled and partially gilt bronze en relief decorated with grasshoppers and wheat axes. The best of French Art Nouveau, Christofle et Cie...

The print titled "La Ménagerie Impériale" is a satirical caricature featuring Jérôme David. It is part of a series composed of 31 hand-colored lithograph plates by the artist Hadol, ...

The print titled "La Ménagerie Impériale" is a satirical caricature featuring Palikao. It is part of a series composed of 31 hand-colored lithograph plates by the artist Hadol, publi...

The print titled "La Ménagerie Impériale" is a satirical caricature featuring Empress Eugénie. It is part of a series composed of 31 hand-colored lithograph plates by the artist Hado...

George Jones Majolica jug/pitcher which features an oval panel on either side with Calla lilies. Colouration: green, brown, white, are predominant. Bears a pattern number, '5215'.

Antique map titled 'Kaiserthum Österreich'. Old map of the Austrian Empire. This map originates from 'H. Kiepert's Kleiner Atlas der Neueren Geographie für Schule und Haus'. Arti...

Folk Art Primitive whirligig, circa 19th century (Working moving item) This lot is a very rare and unique handmade functioning 19th century Folk Art whirligig. The item in unique and very rare to market, it’s completely handmade, with cast iron cogs, hand carved wooden figures and the item works smoothly when the main cog is turned to animated the item. Once the main cog is turned the hand carved figure of the man moves forward to turn the main central function of the whirligig. The item still has all its original primitive handmade art features including, a moving saw, moving wooden pump, cogs, pulleys, central rope wheel, main 2 hand carved figures (one is missing its head). In conclusion this is an original very rare to market functioning 19th century Folk Art primitive whirligig, It’s simply a piece of art and highly desirable. We have never seen a complete item...

Nicely carved head with Turquin blue marble socle. Smooth soft patina to the stone. Turquin marble was used in ancient Rome for flooring , bathtubs etc. It was used often in the Fren...

George Jones Majolica game pie dish which features the lid with a knop modelled as a wild boar head, an oak leaf and acorn border. ...

Antique circa 1870s Staffordshire porcelain figurine in the shape of a man and woman in Scottish clothing seated above a faux clock.

Stunning Baccarat pressed glass barley twist oil lamp, now converted to electricity. Extremely decorative, nice height. PAT Tested and U.K compliant. Can be re-wired for anywhere ...

White methacrylate square wall mirror design by Gino Colombini and produced by Kartell in the 1970s. Good condition: a very small chip on one corner. a few darker lines along one side.

This wonderful breakfast table was crafted in England in circa 1870, during the reign of Queen Victoria. The item is notable for its large circular top which is decorated with bea...

A rare and early stoneware oil lamp base incised with butterflies by Robert Wallace Martin for the Martin Brothers dating from around 1873 when Martin Brothers were founded. The tall oil lamp...

This print is an illustration from the German "Illustrirte Chronik der Zeit" (Illustrated Chronicle of the Time). The specific illustration seems to depict two birds identified as "E...

A photogravure by Charles Amand-Durand on laid paper of the Durer engraving, "The Desperate Man,” circa 1876. Durand mark on verso. 5 ½ by 8 inches frame: 19 ½ by 22 inches

French Majolica vase with leaves and geometrical pattern signed Sarreguemines circa 1870. H / 2.7 inches , D / 2 inches.

The print titled "La Ménagerie Impériale" is a satirical caricature featuring Schneider. It is part of a series composed of 31 hand-colored lithograph plates by the artist Hadol, pub...