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Italian Pink Murano Art glass ashtray 1960s. Rose flower shaped Murano ashtray in bright pink.

Baluch and Yamot Lamb’s wool This excellent condition 60-70 year old medium large Beluchi exemplifies the subtlety of presentation and the fine weaving of mid century Belouchi hand...

This remarkable piece is utterly different than those normally produced in Yazd the desert city of Iran . Produced in a village which has by all accounts ceased weaving over the past 50 ore more years, its patterns are Zoroastrian in origin , and very rarely seen . The black colours are produced in undyed goat wool and the lighter shades in Lambs wool , the subtle rose and saffron colours created using rose flower and saffron dyes . The carpet is in very fine condition and tightly woven . Given its rarity and singular , mysterious patterns, this is a vintage collectible and an investment . The patterns themselves and the tight weaving ( viewable from the photo displaying...

Ferahan Sarouk Museum Quality MUSEUM QUALITY Ferahan Sarouk, third quarter 19th century 6.6 x 4.5 feet From a USA collector Ferahan Sarouk carpets produced around the wider Arak (formerly Sultanabad) area from about 1850-1910 earned a deserved reputation as amongst the most desirable and imaginative finely woven carpets in Persia. As these things go, they morphed in style around 1910- 1920 into the differently woven Mahajirhan Sarouk fashion (quality examples of which are also in demand) and then disappeared entirely. Their desirability rests not only on fine weaving, and excellent wool. Many of the better examples were commissioned by aristocrats or wealthy merchants who encouraged creativity, in an actively competitive way; rugs during this period, as before, were direct illustrations of an individual’s wealth, power and prestige. Beyond this lay a more fundamental and seemingly contradictory set of motivations by the weavers. At one and the same time they sought to emulate the great court carpets in finesse and design. And yet-- they applied rustic or village, and even tribal elements and nuances to their designs. The result was a cavalcade of creativity. So, a village-based genre came into being which produced primarily an approx. 6x4 rug size format, and also provided, if more rarely, larger formats, which command increasingly high prices, due to their rarity, visual excitement and grandeur. The artistic achievement of this “school” had to do with marrying elegance and a degree of formalism with whimsy, and design innovation. They offer a charm and a certain magic beyond that of court and most city carpets. As in any area or era, there is a quality spectrum ranging from mediocre to highly superior. Superiority is judged of course as to weave and wool quality. It is rather unusual, though, to encounter pieces made before 1890 -which are bona fide Ferahan Sarouks- with poor wool or weaving: standards were upheld during this period, and natural dyes were widely employed, particularly in the wider Arak (then Sultanabad) region. Thus, as an investment collectible to adorn the home we believe the ultimate criterion is aesthetics, this being an art form, after all. Ferahan Sarouks have been a special area of interest for us over the decades both from artistic and investment perspectives. Allowing for personal taste, our suggestions are few and simple. A Ferahan Sarouk ought to display a wide colour palette, fine drawing and delicate, sometimes “intense “ detail. The finest pieces also display an elevated sense of balance in the use of space. We have seen many finely woven pieces which in our view are garish and lack one of the two key artistic elements intrinsic to the better examples of this genre – elegance. Sometimes they are overly cluttered; the drawing artistry is muddled or lost. In other cases odd and ineffective design devices are used, detracting from or interfering with an otherwise good design. The era of the Ferahan Sarouk was rife with experiments, not all of them successful. The other important attribute, when it can be found, is original artistic creativity, even serendipity, -- or effective design innovation within the compass of this rug type and the unique standards of its prime period. On average, we examine between 30-40 antique Ferahan Sarouks to achieve one acquisition, for the benefit of our clients. This highly collectible more than 150-year-old carpet is an apex achievement of superior artistry and innovation. As an exemplar of its genre, it can be reasonably described as Museum quality, a term we do not often employ. Please observe the stunning precision of the inner guard and its pinpoint sharp hooks. The elongation of the central medallion is one of its subtle but powerful innovations in form. The nod to asymmetry – which displays a refined sense of humour - is seen in the use of the small diamond figures, as one is deliberately missing from the right hand side: a wry nod to asymmetry, in an otherwise perfectly symmetrical creation. The ultimate achievement here is in the fineness of the weaving itself, on close inspection. The herati pattern in the medallion and corners achieves an etched-on quality, a very uncommon level of attention to detail and perfectionism: clearly the work of a master. This artistic sense extends to the outer ground which is a superb example of the most subtle abrash, one of the most refined we have had the honor of viewing. The unusual beige/brown tones in the field were probably achieved by adding onion skins to the die vat. These extremely fine gradations of colour are rarely seen.(NB the colour photographs create a slightly misleading- overly yellow burnish to the field colour in spite of expert photographic efforts ) . The deliberate choice of an ink black use of indigo provides a powerful frame (border) for this piece of art, which note in the lower right-hand corner is lifted slightly through abrash to a deep blue – to highlight the design and use of emerald green in the rosettes. The green shades lighten as the border ascends harmonizing with the tones in the central medallion. The floating flow of flowers in the border is beautifully executed, with up to seven colours in a single figure. No doubt a piece commissioned by an aristocrat around 1870, it is – remarkably- in virtually perfect condition. It appears to have had very minimal footwear, and great care; a piece which was proudly displayed from time to time and appreciated. Its density and strong foundation would however allow regular use within a home, and in a spacious contemporary home or office could make a wall hanging of striking impact. This remarkable one of a kind piece is on short term reduction to coincide with our launch on 1st Dibs . Fair market value is approximately $22,000 . Fine art as investment ? The WSJ made the following comments this year : The vigor of the art market may seem counterintuitive, but it makes sense in the current environment,” economist Tyler Cowen recently wrote in The Washington Post. “First, many of the wealthy have been buying additional homes and wish to furnish them with art. Second, the recent run-up in inflation rates around the world has intensified the search for hedges.” While the aforementioned artworks fall into traditional categories, some less-prominent forms of fine art also represent ideal investment opportunities, especially because they offer more attractive—i.e., significantly less costly—entry points for new collectors. Take high-collectible and connoisseur-caliber antique Oriental rugs, for example. The best 19th-century examples often sell privately between five figures and low six figures. Today, that obscurity is fading. According to Ben Evans, the editor of Hali Magazine—a publication dedicated to the international rug and textile market—there are two primary factors to explain why antique rugs are beginning to enjoy their moment in the spotlight. “Cultural curiosity and collecting...

This grandiose Secrétaire features walnut composure and downplayed Louis XVI style legs. Featuring a glass front bookshelf/ display cabinet, the ...

This Davenport platter is decorated with a hand coloured and gilded Imari pattern-Davenport's pattern number 76. The pattern features stylised flowers an...

Australian-Portuguese glass artist Julio Santos was an expert in his craft. This decanter is a lovely example of his work. Signed 'J. Santos' to the base ...

David Hockney original vintage poster 'Parade Metropolitan Opera New York 1981' Created for the Opera Parade at the Metropolitan Opera in New...

Ornate French Boulangerie style iron scroll stand/ rack. Featuring ornate black scrollwork with the addition of later added glass shelves, which cou...

A beautiful early French Cherub mantel clock, circa 1830 with gilt brass case, the ceramic dial is in excellent condition with no chips or cracks, with breguet hands, the bezel is decorated with flowers above a pair of foliate swags with a standing crane to the centre. The rectangular base is decorated with flowering foliate swags and a central cartouche with a maidens head...

Featured as an exemplar of Afshar tribal creativity in James Opie's notable book " Tribal Rugs " this extremely rare collector's piece was used in a lecture series we conducted on the possible albeit unexamined influence of tribal rugs on early 20th century European painting . The Afshars during the 19th century were amongst the dominant five nomadic groups in Iran and unquestionably the most daringly creative, and probably the most prolific in weaving output . Though the vast majority of their carpets exhibit traditional , more angular tribal patterns, this example is an extraordinary tribute to one female weaver as designer . There seems no precedent for the remarkable move into mind bending forms which veer off from the norm , which make it a high collectible and unquestionable investment piece . The achievement of two elements stand out : colour and design execution . The rich and varied natural dye colours are deep and powerful and include a range from the treasured eggplant , through a provocative orange , yellows ( saffron), pale peach, to three unusual blues and a rare rust brown . Green is also sensitively applied to the palette . The design also represents a departure from all norms before or since amongst Afshar rugs . The central medallions have been altered to create an almost moving, slightly hallucinatory effect ; the graceful tumbling of coloured leaves or vines is singular in its presentation, graceful yet very much alive . Most interesting are the designs within the medallion which seem to be an evocation of the ancient Chinese dragon and phoenix symbols . This theory gains a bit more traction when you look at the upright shrine type figure rising up alongside the medallions - these appear Chinese , as well, in a semi- abstract way-- influences such as these had been travelling across thewide continent of Asia for millenia . The borders are classic traditional Afshar , noted for their lovely re-creation of flower symbols , interlinking , and slightly irregular , showing the artistic seredipity of the artist/ weaver . The colours here too, particularly the blues and yellows are nothing short of spectacular . The amount of detailled hand work suggests that this piece would have required at least two years work on a ground loom- a humbling thought in thinking about the nomadic life in the 19th century. This rug is of a size and of such a beauty that in the right open modern decor, it could well occupy a wall space of distinction, as would a modern art canvas...

An Aldo Londi designed candleholder with a yellow version of the Spagnoli [Spanish] pattern.

This large broad rimmed pewter charger measures 420 mm (16.5 inches) in diameter and stands 38 mm (1.5 inches) high. It is decorated on the rim with an engraved family crest, that of...

Add soft and tactile textures to your decor with this dark linen shearling sheepskin pillow. The boucle style wool pile features a short curly wool that will bring natural styling to...

Comfortably seating eight people, this table remains the epitome of true Country French style. Featuring solid French oak table top and columned...

Contemporary Chandelier in Quartz Slices and Brass - Petra III Circular 1100 by Christopher Boots PETRA (from the Greek ??t?a, meaning stone) celebrates ...

This is one of the most powerful and lovely 20th century Qashgai’w we have had the pleasure of seeing over the years . The five individually articulated centre medallions are the foc...

Just wow! A huge, gorgeously colourful Kaneaki Fujimori platter. This will display equally well standing, hanging or flat (we prefer it flat because this emphasises the generous size). We love the shocking white of the background which makes the colours pop. We love the smooth gloss of the glass. We love the slightly off-kilter and ovoid shape. It’s a total winner! Kaneaki Fujimori for Kato Kogei 1980s - a classic piece of Japanese postmodern Art Glass. Signature etched to base and original sticker also attached. Red, Green, Yellow and Black are swirled through clear glass, over a milky-white background. Delicious and punchy. Not for the faint-hearted decorator. This piece is loud and assertive. Delightful and fun, with extravagant size and a glossy smooth finish to reflect light and attract the eye. There are some natural flaws which we’ve tried to illustrate in images. These include numerous small bubbles, mots and blemishes. The images are an example, with match-head for scale. Comes with a lucite stand to raise the plate a little higher off surfaces if desired. Kaneaki Fujimori is one of Japan’s preeminent artists and designers of the 20th century. Fujimori was born in Japan in 1935, graduating college in 1956. He majored in oil painting. He travelled to the US and worked in Chicago, Illinois, as a designer for a major ceramics firm. He returned to Japan in 1963, and became a freelance designer for various companies in Nagoya. At age 19, he had won the national art award (for painting) in Japan. Many other awards followed through the 1980s. At the time of the production of this work, he was the director of Kato Kogai, a ceramics and glassware company which was a major supplier to the international market during the 1980s. Reference to his work can be found in the book ‘1950s Then and Now’ by Richard Horn, a publication from the 1980s which compares original 1950s design with new 1980s design done in the 1950s style. He is most well known outside Japan for his lively 1980s ceramics...

The Courtesan olisbos sculpture is electroformed from pure 24K gold and coated in black rhodium. The sculpture features an 18K solid white gold pave'...

Italian ceramic vase by Vittorio Acabbo Amalfi 1971. In Campania in the late nineteenth century a group of artists gave life to an extraordinarily innovative style, similar to Imp...

The Hokusai Dreaming Olisbos Sculpture, is electroformed from pure 24K gold and set with flawless marquise diamonds and natural sea pearls incorporated into a coral styled shaft. This unique erotic art piece was inspired by famous Japanese artist Hokusai and his renowned 1814 wood block print, the Dream of the Fisherman's Wife, which depicts two octopuses making love to a pearl diver...

Isfahans, true, are not for everyone, but those who appreciate the intensity of their particular artform, very fine weave, great durability, and the beautiful feel, love living with ...

“ A fine excellent condition mid century Qashgai which combines a traditional tribal look and use of symbols, natural dyes in a particularly resplendent rainbow of colors and detaile...

This stunning C. 1920 French Parlour lantern features hand painted rosettes and leaves on cast Deco glass. The brass has tarnished resulting in a beauti...

A covered serving dish, bearing two commemorative portraits of Naser al din Shah Qajar, on each side. Each portrait slightly different. The whole is hand-pa...

Italian Ceramic Hand Painted vase by Bica 1970. Stunning pop art by Bica vase hand painted representing a blonde woman and brunette woman. A really small chip on the bottom like s...

A beautiful 1940s tourism poster advertising Spain, this poster features traditional Flamenco dancers atop horses. It is a stunning poster which has been linen backed for preservatio...

Italian 1980s coat rack in black metal and wood red balls. Coat rack 1980s also umbrella holder on the mid section of the rack. The top of the coa...

Rustic country charm immediately comes to mind when viewing this solid, Country French Equestrian style hall table. This piece would add a solid countrified look to the right type of hallway or living area, especially if you have rustic ornaments in chunky wooden or ‘made from horse shoes’ style to display. It is made from durable fir wood and finished in white wash with a distressed look to give it that classic modern shabby chic...

We found this gorgeous Lantern in Paris from one of our older dealers who told us he purchased the piece from a country estate during the Winter. The lantern is made from cast bronze and has been painted with blanc paint, we believe at a later stage. The ornate fleur detailing, tiered ribboning and symbolic acorns adorn the lantern in true Parisienne style, making this lighting fixture the perfect accompaniment to a Province or Hamptons style...

Inspired by shards of ice, the Reeve Bookend is our newest bookend style. A study in decorative function, these stylish statement grabbing bookends will elegantly support your favourite coffee table...

This soft and finely woven Esfahan was circa 1980 was found in a warehouse in as new condition . Soft lamb's wool in a light off white shade with several shades of pink and blues . S...

The Reflector pendant is a sophisticated soft lighting option suited for dining tables, workspaces, hallways, and other indoor environments that require a diffused and warm lighting ...

A grandiose mirror like this piece is extremely difficult to find and we are delighted to offer it for sale in our Gallery. This magnificent 20th Century, French Louis XV gilded wall...

A Talitha-Anastasia Marco original, 'Tumultuous Trigg Tides', is a representation of one of Perth, Western Australia's most loved surfing destinations, Trigg Point. An often tumultuo...

These contemporary Italian Durmast oak chairs feature a lovely oiled patina and clean, minimalist design. Two solid durmast back panels draw the eye down to hand-crafted rush seating...

A very attractive salt glazed stoneware jug from the Doulton Lambeth factory. It is decorated with a rather uncommon Egyptian theme. A pharaoh's head forms the spout and the wings of...

Italian green glass bowl by Vetri Di Empoli 1960s.

A rare and Unusual bar cart by Aldo Tura. Finished in lacquered Goatskin, with two-tier glass shelvers and brass accents. Set atop brass wheels lined in ru...

Contemporary Wall Sconce in Quartz with Brass Base - Petra I Mono by Christopher Boots PETRA (from the Greek word ??t?a, meaning stone) celebrates the complexity and subtleties in...

The TH Brown Danish bar stool was designed by Peter Brown and first manufactured from early 1960, and remains an iconic, timeless Australian design masterpiece to this day. The beautifully sculpted timber seat back, angled legs and hand stitched upholstery remain as contemporary as the day they were first designed. These iconic stools are the among the most coveted Australian mid-century pieces ever produced. The original examples have become heirlooms and are seen in many magazines, exhibitions, and design showrooms around the world. Hand finished by expert craftsmen it features solid timber frame, the finest Italian leather and the highest quality materials throughout. All timbers and leathers are ethically sourced. These stools will be a design statement in any contemporary or mid-century themed kitchen, bar, or office. They are individually numbered and certified, offering the purchaser an ideal heirloom piece for future generations. TH Brown remains Australia’s oldest operating furniture brand - established in Adelaide, South Australia in 1911. From the 1950's, TH Brown produced many of the most sought-after mid-century furniture pieces ever produced in Australia. The most famous designs were the iconic ranges of Bar Stools, Coffee Tables and Dining Chairs, amongst many others - produced in Adelaide from the mid 1950's through to the 1980's. Our most collected pieces have now been re-issued for the world to enjoy! Every piece is produced under the careful eye of the 3rd generation of TH Brown’s family and each piece is hand finished to the same exacting standards as the original craftsmen. These unmistakable pieces are not replicas and remain the gold-standard of Australian furniture...

This tall Royal Worcester porcelain vase features an unusual printed and hand enamelled Chinoiserie pattern. Although this piece isn't marked with the pattern number, the pattern is ...

Extra large, beautifully shaped midcentury rattan split cane fruit basket. Constructed of recycled plywood and rattan cane by an unknown designer. Possibly made in the Philippines in...

This First period Worcester porcelain tea bowl is decorated with the hand painted Mansfield pattern and a hand painted border (refer border patt...

This miniature copper kettle was probably a salesman's sample, which would be far easier to carry around than a proper sized one. The body is copper, the knob for the lid is brass, a...

The Trend Module lounge ( Foot stool sold separately) The best in Australian furniture design. One of Australia’s all-time design Icons! The Trend Lounge was designed by Peter Brown in 1970 to meet the emerging move towards modular furniture, using the finest Australian made foam and fabrics for comfort and durability. With Its visually captivating angular shape, chromed frame, light visual footprint and supreme comfort, it remains a contemporary masterpiece - flexible enough to blend into most contemporary design styles. We are now bringing this classic contemporary lounge into the 21st century - for use as a lounge or exterior seating...

Large Elio Martinelli wall lamp "bolla" in very good condition. Design in 1965 Measures: 90 x 90 x 25 cm (height). Literature: Giuliana Gramign...

Isfahans, true, are not for everyone, but those who appreciate the intensity of their particular artform, very fine weave , great durability, and the beautiful feel, love living with them .This piece made of lamb’s wool exhibits the kind of artistic balance...

This porcelain plate from Doulton Burslem is decorated with s design from Doulton's "Spanish Ware" range. In this case a hand painted bough of raspberries, foliage and flowers has been done, using a very soft palette, and outlined in gold on a graduated fawn ground. This type of ware was developed by John...

Brass and quartz crystal pendant light - Abacus 1800 by Christopher Boots The Abacus is a sophisticated tool dating back to 300 BC. Slidi...

The 1973 re-issue of The Boat Race Bowl, designed by Eric Ravilous in the 1930s. His designs were not made by Wedgwood until the 1950s, on account of war...

Pietro Annigoni cup in porcelain Made by Arte Eva Sud Italy Original 1960s.?The cup is high approx cm 8.5, at the opening wide approx cm 9.5, at the bo...

From a Boston Collector. Remarkably Creative. This is another of our small stock of Afshar collectibles which astonish as to their artistic form. This example was recently acquired from a Boston collector’s estate. The wool, very soft, is of excellent quality and the weave very fine, the rug in superior condition. Boston Antique carpet expert Michael Grogan declared it as one of the very finest and most original Afshar rugs he had ever seen. This piece was recently used along with two others in a lecture series which pondered the question of likely influence of tribal (and arguably other Persian e,g, Montasham Kashan) rugs on the development of Western 20th century painting. The abrupt break with traditional forms by a gifted female weaver in a remote location and in the throes of a nomadic life, considering her circumstances, is awe inspiring. The wide and in cases unusual colors deployed (note the dark browns probably achieved with walnut shells in the dye vat...

An antique Japanese, five drawer, black lacquered small chest. It features a pine and blossom decoration in silver maki e on each drawer front, outlined in graphic red lacquer diamon...

Unique Willy Rizzo for Mario Sabot set off four dining chairs made of curved wood lacquered in black shiny colour and leather padded cushions, custom made for these chairs, and hold ...

This late 1800’s English Walnut Parquetry Commode comes with its Original Key and was purchased by us in Italy. It has a stunning almost herringbone type of marquetry on the front patina and is in impeccable restored condition. Pieces of this nature don't come along often. A showpiece for ones interior, whether that be a formal lounge...

This large porcelain comport is by Chamberlain's of Worcester and is decorated with a hand painted scene of Fancy Birds in the manner of George Davis...

This stunning Napoleon III Parisienne table is dated by our French merchant as early 19th C. and is hand painted in the French Japonism style with gian...