Stool, Walnut, Venetian, Putti, Cherub, Amorini, Grotto, Baroque

A rare, late 17th century. ‘X’ stretchered, ebonised, oak stool upholstered in 17th century verdure tapestry Unusual simulating ebony which was phenomenally expensive and only found in Royal and aristocratic collections at this time This stool is sophisticated, elegant and refined and the flying bird on the tapestry is a charming and unusual feature. The fine turnings, and x-stretcher evolved into the design of late-17th century English furniture in response to Continental fashions. At the same time, cabinet makers responded to the fashion for expensive Oriental laquered furniture by ebonising or black-japanning...

The quality of these exhuberant backstools demonstrate why Italian Renaissance furniture was as highly prized as old-master paintings. Th...

A rare, narrow, Italian, baroque, walnut, cabinet or sidetable. This table has unusual, narrow proportions and was probably originally conceived as a stand for a table cabinet or ...

This characterful table is of rare narrow depth of 39cm. It is characteristic of Spanish Baroque furniture with a thick single piece top, simple bold chip carved ornament and bold turnings. It has a rich lustrous patina. The thick single plank walnut top with fine figuring. The front fitted with two short drawers decorated with chip carving...

19th century Italian Carved Cherub Head in Walnut Wall Mounted Console.

Antique French side tripod table standing on a goat's hoof with three stable legs decorated with leaves. In the middle of the base there is a delicately carved and hand painted cheru...

An Italian side table, with putto and urn carved pedestal base, from the 19th century. This antique table from Italy features a round-shaped top with faux-marble finish and scalloped edges, above an urn, putto, and foliate carved pedestal, and raised on a squared platform base. This 19th century Italian...

This table is made of solid wood, which means it has a sturdy and durable construction. The wood has a beautiful patina, which is a sign of the age and quality of the material. The t...