All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Pre 1940 item #1358277 (stock #WA25-27)
St Tropez Mustache Pair Vintage French club chairs This handsome, light cognac pair of French Club chairs are the quintessential Mustache backed. Highly sought after for their classic lines. All original leather in excellent overall condition. Some wear on the piping and age appropriate scuffing, but otherwise supple and very deep and comfortable.They measure: Depth-36", width-40", height-32", seat depth-24", seat width-20",seat height-15"
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Accessories : Frames : Pre 1900 item #1358044 (stock #9566)
A Victorian gilt cast iron stand up picture frame from 1890-1900. This 12" tal and 9" wide frame has a swinging foot support and three wire swinging picture stays on the back - two original and one replaced with recent washers. It has a stamped and relief number 4 at the rear bottom and an impressed 08576 number at the top. It is in excellent condition with no dents, bends, corrosion, damage or repairs other than the replacement picture holder wire...
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Furniture : American : Early : Pre 1837 VR item #1356878 (stock #40G72-1303)
Pennsylvania farm table with two asymmetrical drawers and a two-board top secured with wooden removable pegs. Circa 1800. Walnut and poplar. Size: 57 1/4 inches long x 34 3/8 inches deep x 28 inches ht.
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Furniture : American : Early : Pre 1800 item #1356875 (stock #40G72-1282)
An attractive American Chippendale period slant front desk in yellow birch, with pine secondary wood. Circa 1775-1790. Size: 39.25 inches wide x 19.75 inches deep x 40.5 inches ht. The desk has four graduated drawers with molded lips, supported on an ogee bracket base. The fitted interior features a combination of pigeon holes and drawers arranged around a central prospect door, which conceals a hidden drawer. Probably of a New England origin. Retaining the original brass bail handles...
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Furniture : Continental : Early : Pre 1800 item #1356874 (stock #40G72-1302)
A Continental lowboy in walnut and walnut veneers. 18th century. Size: 32 3/8 inches wide X 21 1/2 inches deep X 30 inches high. Walnut veneered and cross banded top with line inlay above a long and two short drawers with a boldly scalloped apron and supported by cabriole legs with raised carved shells on the knees and with ball and claw feet. Brasses are later replacements.
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Furniture : French : Pre 1950 item #1356738 (stock #WA25-21)
Kind of the quintessential French Club Chair , this pair is in very good overall condition. One of the cushions has been restored and the color match is quite good. They sit perfect, the bottoms have been retied 8 way as original with a new jute deck and dust cover. This is the pair and the style that charms everyone! Circa early 1950's, there is very light crazing on the arms as is age appropriate wear. Love that classic caramel color...
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Accessories : Boxes : Pre 1910 item #1350539 (stock #9495)
An antique 40 drawer pine store spice cabinet. This exceptional 19th century find is most likely Canadian and it dates from the late 19th century to the very early 20th century. It features four rows of ten drawers each and each row has drawers of a different size (one large drawer has a tin divider which may have been added later). All drawers and the back of the cabinet are constructed of tin and the frame and drawer fronts are of old and very heavy pine...
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Accessories : Boxes : Pre 1900 item #1350037 (stock #591af)
Crafted of silver plate over copper, with brass bottom and edges of domed lid and lip of base, this very refined and beautiful domed coffer is from the workshop of Rafael Contreras (Spain 1824-1890). Contreras was appointed to the position of official Restorer at the Alhambra by Queen Isabel II in 1847. As a result of interest in the decor of the Alhambra, Contreras opened a workshop to create and sell replicas of architectural and decorative items from the Alhambra...
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Pre 1900 item #1343587 (stock #40H18 C-178)
Matched set of six Hitchcock style dining room side chairs in an original green painted surface with bright floral painting. Circa 1830-40s. Dimensions: 32 inches H x 19 inches W x 18.5 inches D. Seat height: 17.5 inches. Structurally sound, with repairs to two of the upper crest rails, and with a sliver missing from one front turned leg. Great color and boldly decorated with bright floral sprays.
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Furniture : American : Early : Pre 1800 item #1342645 (stock #40G72-1165)
An Early American Queen Anne tiger maple highboy of a rare, small size. Circa 1760. New Hampshire origin. Size: 39 inches wide x 62.5 inches high x 21.5 inches deep. This two-part highboy is fashioned from strongly figured tiger maple, with pine secondary woods. The flat top upper chest features a dovetailed cornice molding and two drawers over three graduated drawers; the base with three drawers and supported on cabriole legs with pad feet...
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Accessories : Boxes : Pre 1920 item #1331395 (stock #7229)
An early 20th century nickle silver Sturdy ring box from 1900-20. This 1-1/4" across box has an engine turned design with a central medallion which has never been monogrammed. It has a canted profile when opened and it has a velvet and silk interior. It has a pushbutton clasp and it is stamped THOMAS LEES HAMILTON, a jewellery on James Street in Hamilton, Ontario dating to before Canada's Confederation in 1867...
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Pre 1950 item #1327177 (stock #WA2402)
This pair of French Club Chairs are from the early 1950s, They have fixed cushions which provide an even medium to lightly firm seat. The lower backs and teardrop arms make for clean elegant lines. This pair makes a nice statement. A classic, clean pair in excellent overall condition. They have all original leather. They measure:34" L x 36" W x 32" H, 22" Seat Depth x 19" Seat Width
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Accessories : Pre 1960 item #1322981 (stock #26C10-2621)
Mexican 4-piece matching coffee service with sterling silver tray by Maciel. Circa 1950. Dimensions: 21 inches x 15 inches tray weighs 51.1 troy ozs./898 grams; coffee pot measures 9.5 inches ht. and weighs 28.8 troy ozs./898 grams; covered sugar bowl - 5.5 inches ht. and weighs 9.9 troy ozs./309 grams; creamer - 5.25 inches ht. and weighs 9.1 troy ozs./283 grams Total weight: 99.13 troy ounces/ 3,083 grams. Excellent condition with no monograms or dents or repairs...
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Garden : Decorations : Pre 1930 item #1319815
Very large Chinese natural Shou shan stone carving decorated with dragon design on both side. Size; Height of carving is 9.5 inches long. No condition issues. Introduction; Chinese Fujian Shoushan stone is one of four Chinese traditional stamp stones. There are more than one hundred variety of Shoushan stones. Besides stamps, Shoushan stone is crafted for carving figures, animal, flower and bird, landscape, stationery, tool, and other art objects.
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Pre 1900 item #1318575
Country, Federal style, figured maple candle stand. Nicely turned curly maple column with three, dovetailed, birdseye maple splay legs terminating in slightly raised feet, all supporting an oblong octagonal top of three curly and birdseye maple boards. 19th century. Sound, serviceable condition. Slight distress to finish on top should be an easy enough project for the next owner. No condition issues with wood or joints. Height, about 30 1/2 inches. Acquired from a Frederick MD dealer who in turn...
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Furniture : American : Federal : Pre 1837 VR item #1317686
A fine, late Federal work table. Classical design four column - pedestal base with four swept legs, columns and legs with carved acanthus leaf decoration, terminating in brass paw feet on casters. Supporting a rectangular case of two graduated drawers, the case with deeply concave corners, the hinged top conforming to the case in shape. The top opening to a lined writing surface, also hinged, opening in turn with an easel support providing a canted work surface. Compartments flanking and storage...
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Accessories : Pre 1920 item #1315697 (stock #736)
Antique Japanese four-panel folding screen signed lower right "Kaiko Ga." Beautifully hand-painted motif of ducks and flowering plum blossoms. Eye hooks on top for hanging on wall, or can be displayed free standing. Some stains top edge, minor repair on reverse. Measuring 96" L x 48" H.
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Accessories : Boxes : Pre 1930 item #1312802
Wonderful Louis Vuitton Hat Trunk in near mint condition dating from the 1920s. The trunk has compartments for five (5) hats, two (2) compartments are in a lift out tray that conceals the lower compartment that has room for three (3) more hats. The main tray also has a central compartment with one (1) lift out tray for gloves and accessories. It comes with 2 replacement keys from Louis Vuitton, Paris. The trunk measures 31 1/2 inches (80 cm) long, 18 inches (45.7 cm) tall and is 15 inches (...
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Pre 1900 item #1305963 (stock #626)
Antique 19th century American game table probably NY c. 1850 solid walnut. Top opens to expose game table and playing surface. In all original antique condition some minor reinforcment dowels to leg. A beautiful example. Measuring 14" L x 29" W x 30" H.
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Pre 1920 item #1298510 (stock #697)
Exquisite inlaid rosewood Anglo Indian table with a scene of a couple under a tree with a palace in the distance. Elephant head legs. Some minor restoration to inlay. Measuring 35" L x 33" W x 19" H
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Pre 1837 VR item #1291224 (stock #40G72 631)
Hepplewhite period mahogany bow front chest with four graduated drawers, New England origin, c.1790-1800. Size: 40.75 inches wide x 22.25 inches deep x 36.5 inches high. Original brasses. Each drawer is veneered in book matched crotch mahogany with satinwood cross banding. The high French feet flank a scrolled apron with checkered inlay. Old refinish.
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Accessories : Pre 1900 item #1289541 (stock #7100)
A scarce WMF boy with snail pewter card tray circa 1900. This original period Art Nouveau oval calling card salver measures 11" x 5-3/8". it was made in Germany by WMF. WMF is the short form in current company use by the highly regarded German metal manufacturer Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik which began in 1853 in Geislingen an der Steige. This tray has the 210 embossed pattern number and WMFB 0X under the boy's hair on the back. It is all original and not a reproduction and we haven't ...
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Pre 1920 item #1280178 (stock #414ad)
With still strong color and thick pile, this long rug measures 9'6" by 3'10". Likely Shirvan, though has characteristics of Gendji also. In good condition, with loss of one complete border on one end, and wear to other end, though sides are intact, with no holes, and almost no wear. The central design of botehs is over a very dark blue or black ground, and two of the borders have a cream ground. There are birds and small deer on the borders at each end, and the entire surface of the rug is ve...
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Lighting : Lamps : Pre 1940 item #1270214 (stock #7082)
A scarce Crown Devon England pink Chinoiserie lamp from the 1920s. This ceramic table lamp is in the Chinoiserie style in an attractive mottled pink with hand painted gold decoration. This English earthenware 12-1/2" tall lamp (body) resembles a covered jar. It sits on an ornate patterned gilt brass base and it has a double S style horizontal twin light socket set with pull-chains. It stands a total height of 25" and it has been rewired. The base is fastened tightly to the porcelain and we w...
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Furniture : English : Georgian : Pre 1800 item #1269086 (stock #656)
Fine early oak Welsh Dresser with scrolled top molding, banded inlay, cock beaded drawers and cabinet doors with original antique brass hardware. Presented over finely carved Queen Ann legs with slippered feet. 20" L x 68" W x 77" H Please inquire for shipping cost.
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Accessories : Mirrors : Pre 1920 item #1266778 (stock #7079)
An antique Capodimonte porcelain gilt brass hand mirror. This decorative and colourful vintage 1900-20 gilt brass bevelled glass hand mirror has a thick handpainted Capodimonte porcelain back. This unsigned vanity item measures 11-1/2 x 5-1/4" and it is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, crazing, dents, bends, corrosion, losses, damage or repairs other than a few slight touches of wear to the gilding. The mirror is intact with only the slightest surface scratches and only one 1/4" ...
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Accessories : Boxes : Pre 1990 item #1262980
Louis Vuitton suitcase trunk fitted to a custom hand-made hand-finished base. This is a smaller size than the other table we have listed, and will fit in a more intimate setting. The case itself dates to around the early to mid 1980's, and is in excellent vintage condition, with very minor travel wear. Fit the top with a piece of glass or use it without for extra storage. This is really a lovely piece! The table, base and case, measures 19.5 inches (49.5 cm) high by 19.5 inches (49.5 cm) deep by...
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Accessories : Boxes : Pre 1970 item #1260488
Extremely Rare Louis Vuitton Child's Trunk. This is possibly one of a kind, as I have never seen another like it. This is perfect for the serious Vuitton collector, a Doll and Toy collector or just anyone looking for a beautiful piece for display in their home. From what we can determine the trunk dates from around the 1960's, but could possibly be earlier. The trunk measures 22 inches (56 cm) long x 13 inches (33 cm) deep x 13 inches (33 cm) tall. There is no key but I'm pretty sure Vuit...
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Pre 1800 item #1254391 (stock #40G72 364)
18th century New England round tilt-top hutch/chair table. Pine. Size: 46 inches diameter x 28 inches ht. Shoe feet, scrolled arms, sliding seat storage compartment in base. Top may be pegged closed as a table or hinged to an upright position in order to save space and used as a chair. The seat in the base slides out to reveal storage beneath. Condition: refinished but with an attractive mellow surface with old patch repair to top (see photos). Nice overhang allows for plenty of leg room.
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Furniture : Continental : Neo-Classical : Pre 1920 item #1254339 (stock #40H38-100)
Ornate large Georgian style Chinese rococo gilt wood pier mirror with three beveled glass mirror panels, adorned with carved shells, floral garlands and ho ho birds. Age: late 19th/early 20th century. Size: 7 feet ht. x 5' feet 10.5 inches wide. Condition: some minor loss at edges of frame and to birds' wings. Some cloudiness to mirror.
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Pre 1920 item #1254051 (stock #40H40 100)
Arts & Crafts Gothic revival bishop's throne chair, oak, early 20th century. Size: 70 inches ht. x 25 inches width x 21 inches depth. An impressive throne chair or bishop's chair fashioned in the English Gothic Revival style. This chair is adorned with carved oak spires, linen fold panelling, Gothic arches with pillars, heraldic shields and tendrils of foliage. The hinged seat reveals a storage compartment below. Family history states that the chair was a gift from Saint Patrick's Cathedral...
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Accessories : Frames : Pre 1940 item #1253971
Finely crafted brass dog shaped inkwell, 2 1/2"H x 6"W x 6 1/2"D and ram letter holder, 5.75"W x 5"D x 2 1/4"H. Provenance: FL Estate.
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Pre 1940 item #1253528 (stock #WA 21-29)
This is an unusual set of Club chairs, They are from the 1930's , They have all their original leather. They sit quite firm, but are comfortable nonetheless. They are in solid condition with age appropriate nicks and minor scratches. They are almost identical except two of them have a steeper pitch to the backs. I purchased these from a dealer in Frontenac in the Bordeaux region. They measure: Measures L-36", W-36". H-31" Seat depth- 23", seat width-19"
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Pre 1900 item #1244276 (stock #40G72 309)
Victorian diminutive size secretary bookcase in walnut and burl walnut. Circa 1860-70s. Size: 83.5 inches ht. x 37 inches width x 20 inches depth. Excellent original finish and condition; found in a home in Northfield, Vermont. The lower section has a cylinder roll-top with burl panel, revealing a pull-out writing surface and cubby holes, above 5 drawers and a cupboard. The upper section has two glazed doors and adjustable shelves.
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Pre 1800 item #1244200 (stock #40G72 336)
An attractive New Hampshire Chippendale era tall chest with six finely graduated drawers, which retain their original brass bail handles and which exhibit an attractive molded edge to the drawer sides. Circa 1780-1800. Maple and birch case. Size: 39 5/8 inches overall width x 53 1/2 inches height x 18 1/4 inches depth. This chest is of a desirable small size with a case measuring only 35 3/4 inches wide. Condition is excellent with original bracket base and drawer lips (one glue block repla...
All Items : Archives : Furnishings : Pre 1970 item #1244175 (stock #J2529)
This sophisticated design is the work of the Polish workshop of ORNO, in Warsaw, made ca. 1965. The curved, open, ovular pendant has a slight twist to it, exposing the highly oxidized interior to all sides, so there is no back or front. The surface features molded horizontal scoring enhanced with oxidation. There are a couple of spots, visible on one side, where the mold left a couple of small, smooth spots. The chain is an especially nice feature, not only original to the pendant, but featuring...