Pair of Toleware Side Tables or Étagères

A superbly decorative Neoclassical revival pedestal stand from the Victorian era, beautifully veneered in contrasting woods. England, late 19th century, circa 1880–1890. Why we lik...

Fabulous pair of table lamps featuring wonderfully decorative ceramic figures of foo dogs, or buddhist temple lions, beautifully glazed with purple and blue streaks (flambé). We lov...

A stunning pair of Chinese Ming style side chairs or meiguiyi, with spindle-backs and solid seats. China, Qing dynasty, circa 1800–1900. Why we like them Their smart design, superb quality and richly patinated, original colour make these chairs a rare and desirable find, a versatile and decorative object, suitable for sleek and opulent interiors. This type of chair was popular in the Ming dynasty for its light construction and elegant appearance. Design and history The golden age of Chinese furniture spanned the Ming (1368-1644) to middle Qing (1644-1912) dynasties, when furniture suddenly leaped away from previous lacquered softwoods towards austere and refined pieces crafted from Southeast Asian hardwoods. The emphasis was on simplicity, often with little or no decoration, wonderful timber selection and complex mortise and tenon joinery. No nails were used, so pieces could be broken down and flat-packed for storage and travel. Zitan wood was favoured by the Imperial Palace, and lent itself to exceptionally fine carving. But honey-coloured and richly figured huanghuali was the favourite of the scholar officials who governed China. Those who could afford to, decorated their studios sparsely with just a few select and useful pieces of huanghuali furniture: a painting table, a pairs of open book cabinets, a highbacked armchair and a pair of side chairs, maybe an incense stand, a strange rock evoking a distant mountain, and a painting. In design and interior spacing they were the first true minimalists. For a brief discussion of the lowback armchair...

A wonderfully decorative pair of porcelain foo dogs, or guardian lions, beautifully glazed with purple and blue streaks China, 20th century ...

A decorative pair of late Georgian hand-blown Bristol blue glass rinsers. England, circa 1820. Why we like them The deep cobalt is most desirable and contributes a dash of colour and sophisticated style. Rinsers were used to rest the small wine glasses...

A decorative pair of loose pillows or cushions, made of antique hand made needlework tapestry of floral design, with modern cotton backing and ruby / cream fringe edging. English, l...

Unique and rare pair of Venetian style grotto chairs with tripod bases and carved silvered sea serpents twisting up the neck of the table. The tops are carved scallop shells.

Stunning set of 2 travertine pedestals, fabricated in Italy in the 80s. This timeless set can be a sculptural piece of art or it can beautifully display whatever object rests upon...

A simple matching pair of acrylic pedestals in 2 sizes. The taller measures 36 inches in height and the smaller measures 24 inches.

Stunning set of 2 travertine side tables or pedestals, fabricated in Italy in the 80s. They can be used inside or outside the house. The plate and the base are made of beautiful tr...

Pair of marble pedestal stands or side tables, made in the mid-20th century. The marble has a rich palette of pale chestnut, gray, and white. The tables are are square and tall in si...

Italian pedestal or side table, handcrafted out of travertine, fabricated in the 80's. It can be used inside or outside the house. It is made of beautiful travertine. Please tak...