American camelback sofa with shell carved cabriole ball and claw feet 82” length and 30”depth
Antique Japanese three section stacking tansu. Top section has four sliders that open to reveal organized area with small drawers and shelving. A total a 12 drawers ranging in size along with a hinged compartment revealing two more small drawers. Original warm honey finish in great condition. Quarter sawn keyaki hardwood with strong grain patterns.
Late Meiji Period (1868 - 1912)
Dimensions: 48" wide x 63 1/2" high x 16 1/4" deep
Beautiful antique Japanese choba tansu, merchant's storage chest, all original finish with keyaki (elm) wood panels on the front finished in a medium brown, sugi (cryptomeria) wood frame finished with a black lacquer, iron hardware, safe box with two small drawers on the inside, Edo Period (early 1800's).
Size: 33 1/2" high x 36" wide (37 1/4" wide including side handles) x 15 1/2" deep.
An antique Chinese Coffer Table made entirely of Elm wood. Originating from the Zhejiang Province it epitomizes fine country furniture. It was designed with Peony drawer panels and patinated drawer pulls with a simple locking mechanism for one drawer. Below the drawers are 3 separate reticulated panels featuring a cloud motif and a pair of spandrels showcasing a scrolling leaf pattern that matches the continuity of the theme...
Carved walnut intaglio cut floral designs with inscription to Allah in mother of Pearl. Measuring 64” x 34” circa 1880
An antique Japanese Kansai Mizuya Tansu (kitchen chest) in 2 sections made of Hinoki (Cypress) and Keyaki (Zelkova) woods. All original hand forged iron hardware including the Hirute style handles. Three pairs of sliding doors of varying sizes with 8 drawers on the upper half and 5 drawers to the bottom half. There is a split level shelf behind each set of doors.
Age: Meiji Period (1890-1910)
Dimensions: 70 3/4" Wide by 67 1/4" High by 19 1/4" Deep
A beautiful set of three Renaissance Chairs in tooled leather with fine detailed brass nails and hardware. The main chair larger with arms and two side chairs. More info coming… we’re originally priced at $9,000
Beautiful hand painted dining table with six matching chairs. The table is made of solid oak that has been factory decorated with a black background and fruit border. It has claw feet, which, along with the apron, are decorated with green. The table measures 48" diameter, and although it opens, has a center pedestal with a supporting leg, there are no leaves with it. The chairs consist of 5 sides and one arm...
A very fine and elegant Beaux Art crystal chandelier circa 1920s. The top of fine gilt bronze in an ornate but delicate flourish. Measuring 30” x 20”
A Beautiful PAIR OF CHINESE PATE SUR PATE GARDEN STOOLS of barrel form, with floral and butterfly slip decoration, all reserved on a bright blue ground, 19'' H, 12'' D (2)
A rare set of four Chinese Early Republic Nesting Tables, circa 1920, in Rosewood. Each table ranging in height from 16” to 28” in superb original condition.
If you are tired of the mundane, normal, and ho-hum, you must consider this antique tin wall sconce. I was gob smacked when I first saw it. It is intricately stamped with sun flowers, fruits, and foliage, and it is large. In the center is a concave recession which may have been for its reflector. However, the paint appears to be original...
An antique Japanese Tansu Chest (merchant 2 section Gifu Choba) made of Keyaki (Zelkova) and Hinoki (Cypress) woods. All original hand forged iron hardware. Upper section has a pair of sliding doors with two side by side drawers below...
A stunning fine antique Japanese makie lacquer box decorated with a tataki-nuri style black background with makie of vines and gourd and folding fans on the exterior. The interior is decorated in nashiji with a still life of a flower arrangement set in a basket with a charming lifelike rabbit and autumn grass for the inner tray. The vibrant colors and designs are often seen in lacquer works from the Edo and Meiji periods...
A beautiful burl Keyaki wood early 19th century Funa Ko Tansu (Captains's document chest). Frame is made of solid keyaki wood with interior drawers made of soft kiri wood. Original urushi warm transparent lacquer finish with hand forged iron hardware and copper side carrying handles. Unique ring pull faux drawer front that doubles as a lift-out door hiding two small drawers.
Mounted on custom iron stand
Late Edo Period (1603 - 1868) C...
A magnificent amd rare Chinese export tureen amd under plate in the FIor Canton style,
An Historic circa 1820 Maryland Chippendale style clock, made around the area of Bel Air,Maryland in local Tawny Walnut. Original painted wood dial measuring 89” tall by 19” wide
A fine and delightful delicate French early 19th century crystal chandelier complete with crystal swags and drops. The 6 light chandelier measuring 32” in height and 24” diameter at base. Totally electrified amd working.
Magnificent English Chippendale Carved Walnut corner chair, red leather, measuring approximately 32.5 inches 30 inches wide is approximately 18 inches high
An antique Japanese Funa Tansu (captain's chest) made of Keyaki (Zelkova) and Kiri (Paulownia) woods. Original hand forged iron hardware including the Kakute style drawer pulls and the Warabite style carrying handle. Iron strapping over the exterior of the chest. Front security door opens to reveal 4 drawers. A secret hiding area is accessible when the lower drawer is fully removed...
A remarkable Fou Dog from the Kangxi Era circa 1700 blanc de chine, measuring 10.5 inches
This is the most beautiful original 18th Century Italian carved wood frame with gilding and partial Polychrome painted Mirror, Ca. mid 1700's, 35" high, 28" wide, 2 1/2" to 3" deep. Mirror glass is all original, nothing replaced and also the finish on carved wood frame is also original with Polychrome paints and gilding partially. Backing is original wooden panel...
A beautiful and rare Japanese Meiji Period Craquelure Massive Presentation Vase Circa 1890 depicting scenes of enlightenment of the Japanese imperial culture. The vase done most likely as a presentation piece for dignitaries or done for exhibition at a World’s Fair. Measuring 15” by 12” width
A pair of Italian early 20th century alabaster Urn form table lamps. Each measuring about 16” in height with removable lids. The alabaster with natural veining., carved with beautiful floral motifs.
A magnificent American drop leaf Philadelphia Queen Anne solid plank cherrywood breakfast table, 18th century. Exceptional condition measuring 31” x31” top and when down, the height is 27”
An antique Japanese 2 section Nihon Matsu Tansu (Kimono chest) made of Keyaki (Zelkova) and Sugi (Cryptomeria) woods. Original Urushi lacquer and hand forged iron hardware including the double action lock plates and the Warabite handles. Bronze decorative mounts feature lucky Japanese symbols including the treasure mallet, the treasure bag, a traveling cape and a traveler's hat...
European German Coffee set in Silver Repoussé, Coffee pot 10.5”, Sugar bowl 5”, creamer 5”
An unusual and dramatic firescreen abattant. It reminds me of some of the smaller, New York classical parlor furniture I've seen in Southern house tours with late Federal drawing and music rooms furnished with pieces imported by successful merchants - almost, but not quite, over the top in their design yet direct in their function...
A Massive Japanese Satsuma Nineteenth Century Vase 19” height, and about 11” width
An antique Japanese large merchant chest (Choba Tansu) made of Keyaki (Zelkova) and Aka Matsu (Red Pine) woods. All original hand forged iron hardware including the Hikute handles. Functional design with 7 exterior drawers, a pair of sliding doors (where store records and books were kept) and a hinged security door that hides 2 small drawer where valuables were stored. Constructed with side slats for strength and support.
Age: Meiji Period (1880-1890)
Dimensions: 73" Wide by 37 1...
A BEAUTIFUL EIGHTEENTH CENTURY GEORGE I-QUEEN ANNE BURLED WALNUT MIRROR,
A beautiful Pair of Italian 18th Century Armchairs in Fine Brocade
AMERICAN EIGHTEENTH CENTURY CHEST OF DRAWERS, POSSIBLY VIRGINIA , or Pennsylvania. The drawers with original hardware , walnut wood measuring 38” width, 20” deep, and 35” in height
A fine 19th century 2 tiered chandelier in gold leafed carved wood with bronze fitting. The fixture with 12 lights in total. Measuring 32” in height which can be adjustable and 32” in width
A fine example of a low rectangular Huanghuali low table. Original finish is great condition. Figurative grain, texture, color, odor testing confirms the low table is 100% Huanghuali hardwood.
The common characteristics of these woods are hardness, corrosion-resistant, having distinct textures, and furniture made of them is beautiful and durable. These raw materials are now rare and expensive
19th century
Dimensions: 32" wide x 12" high x 17 3/4" deep
EARLY ENGLISH Seventeenth Century Tavern Table Pine Circa 1710 The table with incredible patina measuring 50” x 38” top, height is approximately 29”
Description: AMERICAN QUEEN ANNE CHERRYWOOD DROP-LEAF TABLE, PROBABLY POPLAR SECONDARY WOOD, MID-18TH CENTURY 28 X 47 1/2 X 16 3/4 In. Opened Depth: 46 1/2 In.
AMERICAN QUEEN ANNE WALNUT DROP-LEAF TABLE, PROBABLY POPLAR SECONDARY WOOD, MID-18TH CENTURY
the rectangular twin-flap top above a shaped frieze on cabriole legs with pad feet, original invoice from R. Jorgensen Antiques states the piece is Massachusetts/Northern Shore, circa 1740/50
A rare antique Japanese Kusuri Tansu (pharmacy or medicine chest) made entirely of Kiri (Paulownia) wood. All original hand forged iron Warabite handles. Original drawer labels left intact. 20 drawers total. Great chest for filing papers and documents. Unusually wide drawers compared to the ubiquitous tiny drawers of the typical Kusuri Tansu.
Age: Edo Period (1750-1800)
Dimensions: 29 3/4" Wide by 36 1/8" High by 15 1/8" Deep
A wonderful Antique Turkmen 19th Century Kilim Vivid Colored 120”x100”
The pair of Louis XVI ETAGERE Circa 1790 in cherry with Satinwood trim and brass piecework galleries, each matched pair measuring 32” in height and 9 3/4” width. Would make wonderful bedroom bookshelf libraries
Beautiful French Mantle Mirror Empire style, 1860-1880, gilt wood and plaster carved with emblem of the French Republic wreath and torches. 58” x 37” L.
A beautiful Set Of 8 French Louis XV Period Style Oak side chairs Northern France done circa 1900-1920. More photos coming soon….
Federal Mahogany swell front chest of drawers. Yellow pine and poplar secondary woods. Maryland, probably Baltimore, 1790 to 1810. This chest is similar in ways to an example in "Furniture in Maryland, 1740-1940", Weidman, 1984, item #77, page 123. On both, the top conforms to the bow front case, projecting a bit beyond the case. And both have nicely formed French feet, inlaid banding on the drawers and above the skirt, and inlaid chevrons centering the escutcheons. In fact, the present chest ca...
Circa 1890-1910, pair of red cinnabar lacquer lamped vases with shades. The vases feature expertly carved scholarly garden scenes on the front and back sides. Mounted as table lamps with pierced hardwood stands, hardwood neck blocks, along with all updated brass hardware and electrical, they are home ready.
18th Century Chippendale Pennsylvania Walnut Highboy with a Scrolled Skirt, Fluted Quarter Columns, Cabriole Legs and Ball and Claw Feet
This is a wonderful 18th Century Chippendale walnut highboy, and was likely hand-crafted in Pennsylvania in or near Philadelphia circa 1750 - 1780. The squat proportions and massive strength of the architecture suggest a Philadelphia origin.
The highboy has a scrolled undulating scrolled skirt and fluted quarter columns, as well as grace...
Exceptional Arts & Crafts painted leather necessaire with tooled, painted and gilt decoration of birds and blossoms, opening to an interior complete with almost all of its original fittings including bottles and trays with fire gilt lids, brushes, combs, buttonhook, etc. French, c. 1870-1880.
Height: 8”
Length: 11.25”
Width: 12.5”
Rare set of English Regency bedsteps in mahogany with caned sides and back, having a turned gallery above three tooled leather treads, the first with tambour doors below, the second now with drawer below. Circa 1800-1815.
Height: 27” (top of top step)
Depth: 31.75”
Width: 20”
Rare George II Writing Stand in mahogany, having a rectangular adjustable top with strut supports and a removable book rest, a fitted side drawer with two glass inkwells, two swing out candle-slides, and an adjustable height cannon-form standard supported by cabriole legs ending in pad feet and brass castors.
English, Circa 1740.
Height when closed: 36-3/4 in (93.3 cm); Width: 22 in (55.9 cm); Depth: 17 in (43.2 cm)
(ink stains on top)
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French Louis XVI Style Bergere Armchair circa 1870, In finely carved rosewood measuring 30” width, 24” width, 19” depth
When we say that these candelabra are "le fin de siecle" we are referring to more than their late 19th century manufacture. They are superb example of Baroque style lighting which befits a place begging for a fine appointment. Why are we using French to describe these Italian cast brass masterpieces which must surely be one of a kind?
The candelabra have an architectural solidity with the square feet supporting floral faced blocks which frame a flower and scrolling vine motif. Above...
Pair of French Louis XV Fauteil Chairs carved Walnut and brocade silk, measuring 32 inch height, 26 inches wide, 20 inches deep beautiful condition
A very rare Yongzhen (1678-1735) Qing Dynasty period vase, in rare Cobolt or Imperial Chinese Blue color. The vase signed at bottom with an unusual speckled glazing. Measuring about 9.5” tall
Important American Pier Mirror Early 19th Century, measuring 52x28”. Gilded wood, reverse painting at top in gold leaf depicting rural scene. Floral reverse painted glass side panels with its original bevel mirror.
A Rare and beautiful set of four French Louis Majorelle Style Art Nouveau side chairs in remarkable condition made of blonde walnut measuring 44 inches high by 18 inch wide, seat height is 19 inches
Set of 4 Bronze Secular Candlesticks of the early 19th century. They have a gothic revival design and measure 20”. They are in wonderful condition.
This English Georgian mahogany desk is ablaze with fine flame mahogany figured wood on its front and with solid sides. The drawers are slightly graduated, rising from a frame with bracket feet. The brass pulls have the Prince of Wales symbol.
The slanted front drops and is supported by 2 retracting arms. The desk surface is missing its felted surface which could be replaced. The fitted interior contains 6 cubby holes, 2 stacked drawers on each side, and wider drawer between. There ...
An antique Japanese Choba Tansu (merchant chest) made entirely of old growth Kiri (Paulownia) wood. All original patina and hand forged iron hardware including the Warabite style handles. Designed with 6 exterior drawers, 2 sliding doors and a hinged security door that hides 2 interior drawers. A spacious storage area and shelf behind the sliding doors stored the merchant's books and business records.
Age: Edo Period (1800-1850)
Dimensions: 31" Wide by 31" High by 16 5/8" Deep
Extremely Rare Chippendale Wine Table in mahogany having an octagonal top with low gallery above a vasiform carved and turned pillar and supported by three downswept legs. English, circa 1750
Many of the tables of this form described as "wine tables" are taller and are actually candlestands. This is a true wine table, which would have been placed next to the host's chair after dessert was served and the servants withdrew so there could be private conversation.
22" high x 20" spread
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Eighteenth Century Dutch Delftware Vase Blue & White measuring 9.5 inch In a classic shape with a wonderful ruffled rim
A fine quality and beautiful Pre-Columbian Vera Cruz Laughing Head Circa 1000AD 9 in. with plinth which is removable The mask measuring 6”x 7”