Baroque Furniture

Oil on canvas ''the Descent from the Cross'' or "La Descente de la Croix" in the style of Peter Paul Rubens the Descent from the Cross has been called a Baroque masterpiece — perhaps due to its monumentality — but it is also considered to be the first work of Rubens' “Classicist” period, which characterized his style from about 1612 to 1620. Highly sought after original copy of the masterpiece that Rubens painted, it shows it's age well, some repairs but when it hangs on the wall it is an impressive antique canvas...

The manufacturing of these masterpieces handmade carpet Indian rugs began early the 20th century. The luxury rugs from Kashmir are known for their artistry with the pile of wool or silk. Those carpets and rugs are also often manufactured with high knot density and have varied patterns, borrowed from different areas. It is also familiar with oriental carpets produced entirely of silk, silk-Ghom. Gardens, medallions or figural handmade rugs with plant and animal motifs are common. This dark blue rug...

Handmade carpet with muted pink green and beige colorways, this stunning Aubusson rug reveals a large floral central medallion and foliate scrolling through the centre and border. Th...

Broadside Türkischer Jamerspiegel, oder Buss sporren / C. Meyer fecit Meyer, Conrad [1618-1689]; Simler, Johann Wilhelm [1605-1672]; Burgerbibliothek Zürich, 1664. Flush ...

A Fine Pair of Framed Porcelain Plaques Of Tavern Scenes By Jean-Pierre Feuillet The hand-painted, glazed & fired pair of rectangular plaques of tavern genre scenes in the manner of...

Broadsheet Memento Mori. Ein jeder ist dem Tod verpflicht, Wann, Wie und Wo, das weiss er nicht. (A Putto sleeping on a scull). Underneath a rime in two columns of 4 lines each. Einer Tugend liebenden Jugend in Zürich ab der Burgerbibliothec für das 1668 Jahr Verehrt. Etching. 1668 Reference: Hollst. XXVII, 323b. Engraved surface 16.6 x 22.5 cm flush mounted on paper (17th Century). This allegory on death as sleep, etched by Conrad Meyer, was published by the Burgerlibrary as present for the youth of Zurich on the occasion of the New Year of 1668. In the background a view of Zurich and the river Limmat. In the river are the letters NB, also repeated in the lower right of the image, with the date 5...

Fine folio including early and finely executed portraits of Renaissance artists by Joachim von Sandrart. Included are portraits of: Mino da Fiesole; Giuliano da Sangallo; Domenico Puligo; Andrea da Fiesole, and Properzia de' Rossi. The latter is of particular historical significance in that Properzia de' Rossi (c. 1490 Bologna – 1530 Bologna) was a ground-breaking female Italian Renaissance sculptor, the only woman to receive a biography in Vasari's Lives of the Artists. According to Vasari, she taught herself to carve by working with peach-stones. At the end of her life, she was sought out by the Pope Clement VII, who unfortunately found her dead. Sometimes referred to as the “German Vasari,” Joachim von Sandrart, born in Frankfurt, trained first as a printmaker, notably in Nuremberg, and in Prague with Aegidius Sadeler. He then studied painting from 1625 on, originally in the studio of Gerrit van Honthorst...

An Italian Baroque heavily carved and distressed painted walnut centre table. With shell and acanthus detailing throughout, supporting a fine pietra dura marble top. The top in vario...

Ornately detailed relief 18th Century Baroque styled provincial Italian salon sofa finished in pale gold gilt over gesso on carved hardwood. Wonderfully sculpted centrepiece mask of ...

Impressive pair C19th Italian limewood carved Corner shelves Carving in the Renaissance & Baroque manner, Fine Limewood carved, mask heads, Mythical Creatures, floral & leaf carving, exceptional fine detailed carving Pine Back boards...

A super French gilt pier mirror, musical instrument and foilage to the top, original plate glass, in very good overall condition.

Description Exquisite Antique Italian Carved Polychrome Candle Holder is a remarkable testament to 18th-century craftsmanship, showcasing intricate ...

A museum-grade mid-17th century Dutch silver marriage casket or knottekistje, circa 1660. Raised on solid silver bun feet the miniature casket is profusely engraved to all faces depicting a courting couple and architecture entwined in scrolling foliage. The reverse of the casket depicts the last supper, however, if you look closely, you can see a boy stealing food or wine from underneath! Possibly, this is the courting gentleman showing that he had a sense of humour. The scratch lined moulded top is surmounted with an intricate handle (once gilt) and floral patera to the centre. There are two inscriptions each within a cartouche 'In Lÿfde Beltact het al' and 'Getrouw tot in den doot' which loosely translates to 'faithful until the death' and 'love is everything'. Wedding caskets...

A large late 17th Century Italian ebonised fruitwood (probably pear) graduated cushion mirror. With an abundance of various carved mouldings including ripple, wave and basket weave...

An incredible pair of reverse painted late 18th / Early 19th century Nuns' mirrors, probably southern Germany or Austrian. These stunning pieces are in superb original condition, one depicting the Holy Trinity...

19th Century Delft Toby Jug / Vase, modelled as a seated figure painted in parsley blue decoration, bears a painted makers mark on the base.

A deep carved large giltwood altar vase, probably German, in the baroque style, but dating to the latter half of the 19th century. The vase is carved with a...

The central bevelled original plate with some foxing surrounded by a stylized border of acorns and flowerheads. Surrounded by four canted, bevelled sections of original mirror plate ...

"This New English style Needlepoint was handwoven in the early 21st century and featured a traditional Aubusson design with an oval central medallion and symmetrical surrounding design. Woven with an elegant colour palette of deep red, beige and cream. The colour palette and Traditional Design revealed in this piece will enhance any room it is introduced to. This attractive wool rug was constructed with only the finest hand-spun wool and cotton that have been dyed with organic vegetable dyeing techniques that have been used for generations. Master weavers employ traditional techniques in the construction, creating highly durable textiles that are sure to last for decades if cared for correctly. This elegant red needlepoint is in excellent condition, ready for use in any home. Our team source only the finest interior accessories, with years of experience, let our team help you find the perfect accent pieces for your home interior. Our inventory includes a range of modern rugs, vintage rugs and antique rugs. With a huge range of colours and sizes available now. Hand Woven Carpet Floral Red Needlepoint Rug...

18th Century Italian Gilded Baroque Mirror A Rare find, this stunning piece is decorated with winged cherubs and the face of an allegorical sovereign at the foot The condition of th...

An exceptional, large 18th century treen turned fruitwood dairy bowl with a rich lustrous patina Provenance: Collection of the late Geoffrey Harley, Pickwick End, Corsham The f...

A Fine Pair of Framed Porcelain Plaques Of Tavern Scenes By Jean-Pierre Feuillet The hand-painted, glazed & fired rectangular plaques of tavern scene, one depicting a friendly card ...

19th Century Peruvian Cuzo School Oil on Canvas of the Holy Mother holding the Infant Jesus. Painting has been newly framed. The Cuzco or Cusco school was a Roman Catholic artisti...

A rare and exceptional 18th century gilt iron processional cross with IHS to the centre, mounted on a magnificent painted gesso, carved wooden altar vase dating to the baroque period...

A beautiful Italian candle wall sconce, dating to the 1950’s, made from wrought iron, it is fully gilt covered, and is formed as a half pineapple, with top and base frond detailing. ...

Hand Made Bespoke Pillow The Italian embroidered panel , most likely Genoa dates from late 17th century (circa 1680) Depicting an abundance of flowers worked in pastel coloured si...

mpressive Hand Made Bespoke Pillow A French Armorial Panel depicting a Regal Coat of Arms Embroidered in silk and metal threads Appliqued to antique mohair velvet Finished with a...

A truly magnificent Altar Frontal (antependium) Extremely rare museum worthy work of art Spanish or Italian Dating from circa 1680 The embroidery worked in Silver metal threads fea...

Superb large pair of floor standing 17th Century Venetian torchiere figures. Solid hand carved figures with beautiful polychrome gesso painted finis...

This fine wool rug was hand-knotted in the 1880s in Turkey with locally sourced organic materials. The central design has been woven on a rich rust background with a grand medallion design; flowers and leaves have been intricately woven throughout in blue, beige, and orange accents. The elegant colour palette and design in this small oriental rug...

Mouthblown Murano glass bud vase, produced in Murano in the late 1990s by Seguso Vetri D’Arte for Donghia. The tall, sculptural form features a slender elongated neck, proportioned...

Large Veronese-form vase, produced by Seguso Vetri D’Arte in Murano for Donghia. The rotund form derives from the classical Vaso Veronese, a Venetian glass type first developed in t...

Featuring a layered linear design woven with floral and geometric patterns in harmonious colorways including red, blue, pink and beige. Suitable for use in any doorway in your traditional or modern home. This semicircle entranceway doormat has been refurbished from a handmade vintage rug- cut from large area rugs to create these small doormats, with handwoven fringe detail. Handspun cotton and wool have been used in the construction of these mats, they are handwoven and so hard wearing perfect for use as a dust barrier in any doorway. Vintage Oriental rug door mat- handmade carpet refurbished rug mat- entrance mat...

A pair of XVIII Century Italian carved and gilded candlestick lamps, with brown silk cord and switches.

Rare, Umbrian, baroque, trestle, Scantonata configuring both as a pair of consoles & an octagonal, center table. - Versatile, Baroque design - the only early model of table that w...

A truly astounding wall light of enormous proportions by the leading Italian Design House Banci Firenze, dating to the late 1970’s, this incredibly beautiful light is crafted in gilt...

An antique central medallion rug is a fine example of an Antique Rug woven in the 1900s. Handwoven with intricate details in orange blue and red accent colours. The design features a...

This large mid-19th-century chandelier is composed of 8 ornate giltwood S shape arms. The intricate detailing throughout this carved piece provides an opulent light...

A Large and Impressive Baroque Style Carved Giltwood Mirror. The rectangular frame elaborately carved with acanthus leaves and scrolls. The inner frame caved with channelled ribbon-...

The inside centre decorated with the inscription, “Great Yarmouth 1744”, surrounding the blazon of the arms of the town (three lions passant guardant in...

- In wonderful original condition from a West Country farmhouse where it has reputedly been all its life - The top is rare because it reversible with a patinated surface on one side...

FINE, PAIR OF LATE 17TH CENTURY, FLEMISH, BRASS CANDLESTICKS WITH PRICKETS - Cast with a variety of turnings and shapes to create a striking aesthetic and enhance the reflection of...

A monumental pair of Irish Baroque carved mahogany country house serving tables with marble top and strong Romanic influence. Finished in aged Gesso and with antiqued marble tops. W...

Set of four Baroque style gilt-bronze wall lights by Picard French, 19th century Measures: Height 64cm, width 53cm, depth 27cm By Picard, Henri (French, fl. 1831-1864), and each...

A Superb 19th Century Italian Gilt Wreath Mirror This is a charming piece, the Mirror has a Gilt frame., which has a very elaborate 9” wide circular fra...

Antique flemish 19th century marginal repousse mirror. A flemish repousse marginal mirror, late 19th century, the central bevelled plate enclosed by raised marginal plates. In ...

These handmade carpet luxury rugs look beautiful and would stand out as dining room rugs or bedroom rugs as an interior design object. These washable rugs are one of a kind and canno...

The metal pricket and drip-tray surmounding the baluster, ring and barley-twist turned stem which is supported by and elaborate acanthus-leaf and scroll carved base terminating in lion-paw feet. Excellent original color and patina. Provenance: Private Collection, purchased Derek Green...

A fine, georgian, burr walnut mirror with the original mirror plate. This beautiful mirror is very attractive, a practical size and versatile Finely figured, walnut burr veneers. ...

Exceptionally rare, 17th century, pewter candlestick upcycled into a table lamp, 20” high Elegant, classical form typical of the Baroque period, with all the surfaces reflecting l...

17th Century Italian Deruta Maiolica Salt, probably made in Caltagirone in Sicily, the central circular dish within four scroll dishes supported by a Sphinxes and lions on on a cross...

An exceptionally rare, late 17th century, pierced, brass, double candle sconce with wings Pierced and incised decoration Rare pair of hinged bras...

A fine 18th century Indo-Portuguese corpus, carved out of solid ebony. In very good condition with a good patina.

A Pair of 19th Century Italian Putti Signed A 2 Baroque figures hand made in wood composition and gesso, 2 playful cherubs, they have twin hooks in the back enabling them to be hung...

The Road from Kings Lyn Co Norfolk to Harwich Co Essex. By John Ogilby His Majesties Cosmographer. Containing 76 miles, 1 furlong. From Lyn to Swaffam, to Stanford, to Thetford, To Icksworth, to Stowmarket, to Ipswich and to Harwich including ye Ferry, No 75, inscribed in pencil 1698 Hand colored and floated in the original black and gold frame, c1961. Some creasing commensurate with age. The back of the frame inscribed May 1961. Provenance : Private Collection, acquired c1961, along with No 74 Ipswich to Norwich & No 54 London to Yarmouth. All in the original black and gold frames. Sheet width 45cm., 17 ¾”., height 34.5cm., 13 ½“ Frame width 50cm 19 ¾”., height 40cm., 15 ¾” Literature: In a remarkable life John Ogilby pursued, several careers, each ending in misfortune, and yet he always emerged undeterred, to carry on. His modern reputation is based on his final career, started in his sixty-sixth year, as a publisher of maps and geographical accounts. Ogilby was born outside Dundee, in 1600, the son of a Scottish gentleman. While he was still a child, the family moved to London. When the elder Ogilby was imprisoned for debt, the young John invested his savings in a lottery, won a minor prize, and settled his father's debts. Unfortunately, not enough money was left to secure John a good apprenticeship; instead, he was apprenticed to a dance master. Ogilby was soon dancing in masques at court but, one day, while executing a particularly ambitious leap, he landed badly. The accident left him with a permanent limp, and ended his dancing career. However, he had come to the attention of Thomas Wentworth, later Earl of Strafford, Charles I's most senior minister. Ever one to exploit his contacts, Ogilby became a dance instructor in Strafford's household. When Strafford was sent to Ireland, Ogilby accompanied him as Deputy-Master of the Kings Revels, and then Master of Revels. In Dublin, he built the New Theatre, in St. Werburgh Street, which prospered at first, but the Irish Rebellion, in 1641, cost Ogilby his fortune, which he estimated at £2,000, and almost his life. After brief service as a soldier, he returned to England, survived shipwreck on the way, and arrived back penniless. On his return, Ogilby turned his attention to the Latin classics, as a translator and publisher. His first faltering attempt, in 1649, was a translation of the works of Virgil, but after his marriage to a wealthy widow the same year, his publishing activities received a considerable boost. One means by which Ogilby financed these volumes was by subscription, securing advance payments from his patrons, in return for including their name and coats-of-arms on the plates of illustrations. Another approach was to secure a patron, preferably in the court circle. Ogilby's first patron was Strafford, who found out too late that all leading ministers are dispensable when Charles I assented to his execution in 1641. As he re-established himself, Ogilby sought a new patron, the King himself. In 1661, Ogilby was approached to write poetry for Charles II's coronation procession; he later published 'The Relation of His Majesties Entertainment Passing Through the City of London', and a much enlarged edition the following year, which included a Fine set of plates depicting the procession. Royal favour was bestowed in 1674 when John Ogilby received the title of 'His Majesty's Cosmographer and Geographick Printer' with a salary of £13.6s.8d per annum. In 1665, Ogilby left London to avoid the Plague then ravaging the capital. The following year, in the Great Fire of London, Ogilby claimed that he lost his entire stock of books valued at some £3,000, as well as his shop and house, leaving him worth just £5. As he sought to restore his fortunes, Ogilby was already looking in new directions. The initial opportunity he seized on was the reconstruction of London's burnt-out centre. He secured appointment as a 'sworn viewer', whose duty was to establish the property boundaries as they existed before the Fire. Ogilby was assisted in the project by his step-grandson, William Morgan...

Set of wonderful four 18th Century individually hand carved Italian Silver Gilt Alar sticks. The Altar sticks were traditional gilded more heavily to the side facing the front of the...

Pair of 17th Century Spanish hand carved stone griffins. Originally forming part of a carved door surround from Gerona, displayed here on bespoke iron ba...

A good quality Italian fireplace in the Baroque manner in Portland stone. The shaped frieze with heavy moulding and breakfront shelf above. A substantia...