Offered here is a wonderful, large mirror that dates to the mid 19th century. It has been painted an ivory color, not recently, and has a nice crackly surface. There are a few losses here and there, but in fine condition overall. The frame measures
45 1/2" by 26 1/2".
Offered here is a fine pair of Chinese white glazed porcelain lamps from the Qianlong period having a raised fish-skin and floral decoration along with panels of raised shield form smoothly glazed reserves. The lamp is mounted on a conforming wood base. Modern silk shades. Each lamp works perfectly, and is 23" tall to the top of the shade.
Offered here is a delightful box full of rustic charm and character. Formerly covered in leather that has now worn away or been removed, revealing sweet, soft pine decorated with tacks and vestiges of it's former covering. The interior is lined, top and bottom, in black paper...looks original, but the hinges on the back have at least been moved over a bit for a better hold in the old wood. There is a fine lock but no key. The box measures approximately 10" by 5.5" by 4.25" ...click for details
Offered here is a very fine English Regency cabinet or bookcase. This estate piece was purchased from Florian Papp in 1993 and was a featured item in the catalog of that year. The cabinet has a black veined marble top, chased ormolu moldings, grilled doors flanked by particularly fine ormolu columns, all on a plinth base. The measurements are 35" high, 14" deep and 63" wide. The overall condition is excellent, however there is a repaired crack in the marble. I will be happy t ...click for details
Offered here is a pair of of lamps made from 19th century famille rose vases. They are truly lovely, with fabulous color and form and interesting domestic scenes around the circumference of the vase. They are matched (but sold individually), and have new hand made silk shades. Excellent condition. They are 24" to the top of the shade and approximately 8" in diameter at the widest point.
Offered here is a fine 19th century English tea caddy with satinwood stringing. It is of substantial size, measuring 13" across, 6.5" deep and 6" high. The interior is complete with the tea boxes, which are removable, and the glass which is likely a replacement. It has a lock but no key and a small inlaid escutcheon. There is a metal handle on the top that is probably brass but has turned quite dark over time. The condition is quite good overall with just a few exceptions. T ...click for details
Offered here is a pair of Victorian Gothic Revival parlor chairs dating to about 1870. They are upholstered in a fine, pale gold fabric, which is in perfect condition. The upholstery tacks are embossed brass or other metal. Each chair has 1 issue. One chair has a piece of molding missing on the front, the other chair has an age split in the back which has a splint on it. These are very pretty, hand carved and beautifully made.
This is a very pretty Windsor chair in early black paint. My favorite part of the chair is the hand carved stiles on the back that are curved back so carefully but are still slightly irregular. The chair is sturdy and the legs do not wobble. Seat height is 17", back height is 33" at the center point. The legs, sides and stiles are bamboo turned, and the legs have a nice little splay to them. This is a charming country chair.
This is a wonderful spiral and wreathed column, often referred to as a Solomonic column. The association with Solomon dates to late antiquity when a set of six white marble spiral columns served as supports for the ciborium, or canopy, over the tomb of the apostle in the basilica of Old St. Peter's. The belief is that the columns were taken from the Temple of Solomon and delivered to Rome from the Holy Land by Helen, mother of Constantine the Great. The form was used by European artists an ...click for details
Offered here is a fine French Louis-Philippe mirror in gold and silver gilt. It is in the typical form with the rounded corners at the top and straight on the bottom. There is a beaded edge on the interior of the frame. In addition, there is an interesting carved floral and foliage motif carved into the frame all the way around it. Naturally there is some wear to the frame, which only adds to the beauty and the lustre of an early piece. The frame measures 24" by 32" approximately.
