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Style: High Victorian
Antique circa 1850 Patrick Beakey Dublin Oxblood Leather Demilune Gallery Desk
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning rare and original Mid Victorian circa 1850-1860 Partick Beakey of Dublin Ireland Demi Lune Library writing table or desk with oxblood leather writing top and brass gallery rail
A very rare and luxury desk...
Category
1850s Irish Antique High Victorian Furniture
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
Exquisitely Hand Carved Burr Walnut Coffee Cocktail Table Lovely Turned Legs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning hand made in England circa 1880 burr walnut coffee table with ornately carved twisted legs.
A good looking, well made and decorative coffee table with some of the nicest carvings I have ever seen on this type of furniture, I have seen similar examples on late Victorian Maple & Co suites (I have one...
Category
1880s English Antique High Victorian Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Antique Victorian Pitch Pine & Gesso Carved Fire Surround Fireplace Mantlepiece
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer this lovely Victorian pitch pine & Gesso circa 1860 fire surround
A very good looking and highly decorative fire surround, the gesso plaster detailing is...
Category
1860s English Antique High Victorian Furniture
Materials
Pine
Editors Choice Most Popular Fossil Marble Top Antique Side End Lamp Wine Table
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely circa 1860 side end table with super rare Fossil Marble top.
This is our Editors choice piece, it is t...
Category
1860s English Antique High Victorian Furniture
Materials
Marble
Pair of Restored Victorian Burr Walnut Tripod Side End Lamp Tables circa 1860
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this sublime pair of fully restored Victorian circa 1860 Burr Walnut tripod tables with ornately turn...
Category
1860s English Antique High Victorian Furniture
Materials
Walnut
VERY LARGE ANTiQUE VICTORIAN CIRCA 1880 FARM HOUSE PITCH PINE CHEST OF DRAWERS
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning original Victorian Pitch Pine two over four chest of drawers circa 1860-1880
Pleas...
Category
1880s English Antique High Victorian Furniture
Materials
Pine
ANTIQUE CIRCA 1860 LARGE THOMAS CHIPPENDALE MARBLE TOP WRiTING OR HALL TABLE
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely exquisite hand made in England circa 1860 hall or writing table with monumentally thick Italian Marble top and Thomas Chippendale fret work carved arches
Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it covers within the M25 only for the UK and local Europe only for international, if you would like an accurate quote, please send me your postcode and I’ll provide you with the exact price.
This table is stunning, I would say early to mid 19th Century, the timber patina is exquisite as is the carving on the leg arches, it is a very fine piece of English furniture. The marble top is twice the thickness of a normal piece, it is a monster of a piece and has a wonderful tapered edge
The table has been restored to include having the base lightly washed back and French polished, it retains all its original patina as does the marble top which one chip I think at the front left
This table can be used as a large hall...
Category
1860s English Antique High Victorian Furniture
Materials
Marble
Antique Victorian Dentist Cabinet
Located in London, GB
A wonderful antique Victorian dentist cabinet. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1860-1880 period. There is a makers label inside the door, which reads ‘Cash and Son...
Category
1860s British Antique High Victorian Furniture
Materials
Marble
19th century Danish BlackSmiths Forge by Edvard Petersen
Located in Seaford, GB
Atmospheric Blacksmith Forge Interior by Edvard Petersen signed by monogram
This magnificent late 19th-century painting of an atmospheric blacksmith forge interior is by the renowned realist Danish painter Edvard Petersen. Depicting a richly detailed industrial workshop scene, it is a remarkable example of Danish realism. As an authentic Edvard Petersen painting, it showcases the artist’s dedication to portraying the lives of craftsmen and workers in the late 1800s.
If you are an art collector or enthusiast seeking to purchase an original blacksmith interior artwork, this vintage realism painting not only holds artistic value but also represents an essential piece of Danish heritage art. Below, we explore the painting’s intricate details, its historical context, and Edvard Petersen's life.
1. Artwork Overview: A Glimpse into the Industrial Past
This vintage painting of a blacksmith’s forge reflects the hardworking spirit of the late 19th century. The atmospheric industrial art is meticulously rendered with a keen eye for lighting, texture, and realism. Key aspects of this Danish blacksmith workshop artwork include:
Industrial Setting: The painting captures the interior of a blacksmith workshop, filled with well-used tools and the dim glow of the forge.
Lighting Mastery: The late 19th-century atmospheric blacksmith interior is defined by its masterful use of light and shadow. The forge fire creates a vivid, warm glow, contrasting with the cooler daylight filtering through a window.
Human Element: The blacksmith figures appear in dynamic postures, emphasising the laborious nature of their craft. The workers’ silhouettes against the glow of the fire add depth and dimension.
Textural Details: The texture of worn wood, metal tools, and stone flooring is painstakingly realistic, typical of Edvard Petersen’s style.
2. Artistic Style and Techniques
A. Realism and Atmosphere
As a prominent Danish realist painting, this work exemplifies the realist tradition for which Petersen is known. His choice of subdued, earthy tones highlights the authentic industrial atmosphere. The blend of warm, fiery hues with darker, shadowy tones creates a dramatic and contemplative mood.
B. Composition and Structure
The composition follows a well-organised structure, with:
Foreground Elements: Anvil, tools, and a large wooden barrel.
Middle Ground: Figures working at the forge and a workbench.
Background: The illuminated workshop window and hanging tools.
Colour Palette: Predominantly browns, greys, and ochres with contrasting fiery highlights.
Lighting Effect: The combination of natural and artificial lighting enhances the sense of depth and space.
3. Significance of the Painting
A. Cultural Context
This late 19th-century blacksmith painting...
Category
1890s Danish Antique High Victorian Furniture
Materials
Canvas, Paint
$1,210 Sale Price
20% Off
Very Fine circa 1860 Antique Victorian Ornately Carved Centre Burr Walnut Table
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely hand made in England circa 1860, large centre occasional table
A good looking, well made and decorative piece, I have never seen one...
Category
1860s English Antique High Victorian Furniture
Materials
Walnut
ANTIQUE ViCTORIAN HARDWOOD & BRASS JAMES JAS SHOOLBRED STICK UMBRELLA STANd
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely Antique Victorian Brass & Mahogany fully stamped stick umbrella stand circa 1880
Please note th...
Category
1880s English Antique High Victorian Furniture
Materials
Brass
Antique Victorian Flamed Hardwood Revolving Rent Drum Table Brown Leather Top
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this exquisite Victorian circa 1880 revolving flamed mahogany with hand dyed brown leather top “Rent” table
This is a very fine piece of antique...
Category
1880s English Antique High Victorian Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
$11,551 Sale Price
30% Off
Antique English Victorian Coromandel Letter Box Clock Chapman and Leuchars
Located in Northampton, GB
Manufactured by Chapman and Retailed by Leuchars
From our Boxes collection, we are delighted to bring to market this extremely rare Coromandel Letter Box Clock by Chapman retailed b...
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique High Victorian Furniture
Materials
Enamel
Antique English Victorian Feathered Burr Walnut Decanter Box Betjemann Kenneth
Located in Northampton, GB
Brass Strapped Feathered Burr Walnut Veneer
From our Decanter collection, we are thrilled to offer this Feathered Burr Walnut Decanter Box by Betjemann & Son, and retailed by Kenne...
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique High Victorian Furniture
Materials
Brass
Sublime Victorian Polychrome Painted Parcel Gilt Tilt-Top Occasional Wine Table
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this exquisite Victorian circa 1860 Polychrome painted parcel gilt tilt top occasional table
A very well made and ornately decorated table. It i...
Category
1860s English Antique High Victorian Furniture
Materials
Giltwood, Paint
$1,877 Sale Price
30% Off
Antique circa 1860 English Copper Coal Helmet Scuttle for Fireplaces Mantles
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely original hand hammered English circa 1860 copper and brass coal scuttle.
This was called a...
Category
1860s British Antique High Victorian Furniture
Materials
Brass, Copper
Exquisite Antique Italian Gold Giltwood Italian Marble Herm Carved Corner Table
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very fine and Important, Italian circa 1860 hand carved corner table with giltwood body and Italian Carrara marble top
A very collectable and well made, decorative corner table, this is pure art furniture and looks expensive and important from every angle. The carving to the base is second to note, it is hand chiselled from top to bottom, the main body has herms / ships busts...
Category
1860s Italian Antique High Victorian Furniture
Materials
Marble
SOPHISTICATED ANTIQUE GLASS CRYSTAL COLLECTABLE DRESSING TABLE PERFUME BOTTLe
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this Sophisticated original circa 1920 Art Deco cut glass Crystal perfume bottle
A very good looking well m...
Category
1920s British Vintage High Victorian Furniture
Materials
Crystal
A Pair of Chesterfield Buttoned Leather Walnut Library Window Stools
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Pair of Chesterfield Buttoned Leather Walnut Library Window Stools
A Lovely pair, these very attractive Victorian stools are made in Walnut, they stand on elegant turned legs and ...
Category
19th Century Antique High Victorian Furniture
Materials
Leather
SUBLIME ANTIQUE FRENCH 1870 EXTENDING DiNING TABLE FAUX PAINTED MALACHITE TOP
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning circa 1870 French oak extending dining table with faux Malachite painted top
Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it covers within the M25 only for the UK and local Europe only for international, if you would like an accurate quote, please send me your postcode and I’ll provide you with the exact price.
A very well made and decorative table, this is one of the finest quality examples of this type of table you will see anywhere, it is the only malachite painted example I have ever seen. Faux painting was usually reserved for marble, it was called marbled and in the Georgian to Victorian era it was considered the height of elegance, it showed you were up to date with all the latest fashions when it came to Country house and estate furniture
This table is super French by design and super decorative! I absolutely love it, as a normal table it seats 4-6 and extended 8 with ease
Condition wise, it is an antique French painted table...
Category
1870s French Antique High Victorian Furniture
Materials
Oak
PAIR OF ORIGINAL ANTIQUE FOXED GLASS HEAVILY CARVED PERIOD PAINT WALL MIRRORs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning pair of hand carved, original paint round wall mirrors with period foxed glass circ...
Category
1880s English Antique High Victorian Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Wood
19th Century Brass Novelty Coal Purdonium
Located in Altrincham, GB
19th Century brass novelty coal purdonium, in the form of a twin axle carriage, applied with two 'C' scroll swing handles and side droplet handles, rais...
Category
Mid-19th Century English Antique High Victorian Furniture
Materials
Brass
Heavily Carved English Antique Victorian Armchair + Coat of Arms Armorial Crest
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely original Victorian heavily carved English Oak armchair with Royal coat of arms / armorial crest
This is a very decorative piece, it looks like a throne armchair but is of normal proportions as appose to throne chairs which are huge and wholly unusable in a modern context
The chair has ornate carving all over, just look at the very detailed pictured and you will see some...
Category
1880s English Antique High Victorian Furniture
Materials
Oak
ANTIQUE CIRCA 1890 CHINESE STERLiNG SILVER STATUE OF MEN PEDDLING WITH A CHAIN
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning Chinese silver statue of two Chinese men peddling a machine
I have never seen another exactly like this before, I have seen similar more basic examples but never something with this many moving pieces...
Category
1890s European Antique High Victorian Furniture
Materials
Sterling Silver
ANTIQUE CiRCA 1880 BURMESE HAND CARVED SEWING BOX WITH THE ORIGINAL CONTENTS
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning original circa 1880 Burmese hand carved sewing box...
Category
1880s Burmese Antique High Victorian Furniture
Materials
Wood
Restored Victorian 1890 Cornelius V Smith Chesterfield Leather Sofa Coil Sprung
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely rare original restored Victorian 1890 Cornelius V Smith green leather Chesterfield sofa
What can I ...
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique High Victorian Furniture
Materials
Leather, Hardwood, Walnut
$7,710 Sale Price
30% Off
Lovely circa 1880 Victorian Walnut Games Compendium Chess Horse Racing Dice
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this original Victorian games compendium with a complete suite of games.
This is a very well made and ...
Category
1880s European Antique High Victorian Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Victorian Black Walnut Canterbury
Located in Altrincham, GB
Victorian Walnut Canterbury, with spindle supports, single drawer and raised on turned legs with castors - 23"w x 16"d x 19"h
Category
1870s English Antique High Victorian Furniture
Materials
Porcelain, Walnut
1860 ITALIAN ORIGINAL PAINT EXTRA LARGE STORAGE TRUNK OR CHEST CHERUB PAINTINGs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely original circa 1860's Italian hand painted storage trunk or chest depicting Cherubs
Please not...
Category
1860s Italian Antique High Victorian Furniture
Materials
Wood
Very Rare Eton College Victorian Walnut Captains Chairs Carved EC to the Back
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning and important original Victorian Walnut Eton College captain’s chair with carved with EC in the...
Category
1860s English Antique High Victorian Furniture
Materials
Walnut
$2,320 Sale Price
25% Off
Original Antique Victorian Faux Stack of Books Large Side Table Internal Storage
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare original circa 1880 English Scholars stack of books side or coffee table with large internal storage.
A very rare example, compan...
Category
1880s English Antique High Victorian Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
English New Wharf Pottery Conway Pattern Flow Blue Plates, circa 1890, S/4
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A set of four English Flow Blue Plates, in the Conway pattern, by New Wharf Pottery, circa late 1880s – early 1890s.
The New Wharf Pottery Company was located at Navigation Road, B...
Category
1880s English Antique High Victorian Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Fine Antique Victorian 1880 Pietra Dura Specimen Marble Side End Lamp Table
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this absolutely exquisite antique Pietra Dura Italian Specimen Marble table made in the Victorian era circa 1880
A very good looking well made a...
Category
1880s English Antique High Victorian Furniture
Materials
Marble
Stunning Victorian Large Scaled Dutch Oil Painting of a Winter Scene by R Tuey
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning original Dutch oil painting of an elderly man in a winter scene by R Tuiy
A very good looking and decorative oil painting, this is ...
Category
1880s Dutch Antique High Victorian Furniture
Materials
Canvas, Pine, Paint
Antique Sheraton Revival Victorian Restored Maple & Co Elevette Drinks Table
By Maple & Co.
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this wonderful Victorian circa 1860-1880 Sheraton Revival Satinwood Elevette drinks table made and stamped by Maple & Co London
What a table! Th...
Category
1860s English Antique High Victorian Furniture
Materials
Satinwood
Late 19th Century Mahogany Bowfront Sideboard
Located in Long Island City, NY
With a central drawer flanked by cupboard doors and raised on splayed legs.
Category
1870s Irish Antique High Victorian Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pair of Italian circa 1880 Gold Giltwood Marble Topped Side End Lamp Wine Tables
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely original pair of circa 1880 Italian gold gilt wood marble topped side tables.
A totally original pair, the hardwood frames have been...
Category
1880s Italian Antique High Victorian Furniture
Materials
Marble
Pair of Antique 19th Century Sheraton Revival Polychrome Painted Side End Tables
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this sublime pair of circa 1860 Sheraton Revival, Satinwood, Polychrome painted, Brass Gallery Rail with Bronze Lions Hairy Paw feet side tables
...
Category
1860s English Antique High Victorian Furniture
Materials
Brass
$3,609 Sale Price / set
25% Off
English Gothic Armchair in Emerald Silk
Located in Kent, Dover
An English Gothic armchair of simple design, in pine and newly upholstered in emerald textured silk.
Category
1880s English Antique High Victorian Furniture
Materials
Pine
ANTIQUE CIRCA 1880 EXTRA LARGE BURR WALNUT EXTENDING SOFA TABLE STUNNING PATiNA
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely exquisite circa 1880-1900 burr walnut extending sofa table...
Category
1880s English Antique High Victorian Furniture
Materials
Walnut
FULLY RESTORED ANTIQUE HOWARD & SONS THOMAS CHIPPENDALE KETTLE STAND SiDE TABLE
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this fully restored, hand made in England Howard & Son's Berners Street stamped, Kettle stand side table mad...
Category
1880s English Antique High Victorian Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
ORIGINAL ViCTORIAN BAMBOO PARQUETRY NEST OF TWO TABLES LOVELY INLAID TOPS
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely antique circa 1880 Victorian Bamboo nest of tables with Par...
Category
1880s Chinese Antique High Victorian Furniture
Materials
Bamboo
ANTiQUE FOUR DRAGON ITALIAN GILT BRONZE STOOL CIRCA 1860 HIGHLY DECORATIVE
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this super decorative circa 1860-1880 Italian stool depicting four Dragons to the base legs
Please note th...
Category
1860s Italian Antique High Victorian Furniture
Materials
Bronze
19th Century Victorian Bronze Relief Sculpture of Bacchus on an Oak Plaque
Located in Long Island City, NY
19th Century Victorian Bronze Relief Sculpture of Bacchus on an Oak Plaque.
Category
1880s British Antique High Victorian Furniture
Materials
Bronze
ANTiQUE FRENCH CIRCA 1880 ORIGINAL EMBROIDERED UPHOLSTERY FLORAL LINEN TRUNK
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this super unique, original French circa 1880 fully embroidered linen trunk or chest
Please note the delive...
Category
1880s French Antique High Victorian Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
A Victorian Rosewood Jewelry
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A beautiful rosewood inlay jewelry chest, complete with a fitted interior. Personalized inscription, from Grandmother 1855. 8 inches tall, 12 inches wide, 10 inches deep
Category
1850s French Antique High Victorian Furniture
Materials
Mother-of-Pearl, Rosewood
Victorian Silver-Plated and Etched Glass Claret Jug, England, Late 19th Century
Located in CANNES, FR
Elegant Victorian claret jug featuring a silver-plated mount with ornate Greek key detailing and finely engraved botanical motifs. The glass body is beautifully etched with floral an...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique High Victorian Furniture
Materials
Crystal, Silver Plate
Silver Pair of Candlesticks, possibly Spain, made circa 1880
Located in Vienna, AT
Gorgeous Silver Pair of Nicest Candlesticks of finest manufacturing quality as well as of most elegant appearance. - These candlesticks were made during HIGH VICTORIAN PERIOD (c.1...
Category
1880s Spanish Antique High Victorian Furniture
Materials
Silver
High Victorian furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique High Victorian furniture for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, tables, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used High Victorian furniture made in a specific country, there are Europe, United Kingdom, and England pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original furniture, popular names associated with this style include Howard and Sons, Chesterfield, Staffordshire, and Howard & Sons Ltd. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for furniture differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $65 and tops out at $214,119 while the average work can sell for $2,486.
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