<span;>An elegant and useful English Aesthetic movement square ‘Ottoman’ stool, in highly figured ash. The four sides with incised & ebonized geometric key pattern borders. Opening to reveal a fabric lined interior. The padded top with the original horsehair filled stuffing & stitched edges. The hinges stamped Horne Patent. Mint original condition. 45cm H x 35.5cm x 35.5cm
Aesthetic Movement Ottoman c1870
Irish William IV Overmantle Mirror c1830
A wonderfully original Irish William IV period overmantle mirror, sporting the original gilding
& hand bevelled mirror plate. C1830
Similar to work by James DelVecchio of Dublin
86cm H x 140cm X 10cm
Price inc GST $1,600
French Empire Mantel clock c1812
A fine French Empire period mercury gilt & bronze mantel clock c 1812-1815, the case cast with emblems of The Arts.
8 day, 1 /2 hour bell striking, silk suspension movement with outside count wheel, signed to the enamel dial, Thomas Scettot of Paris, [active c1812-1815].
The case by Antoine Ravrio of Paris, the foremost bronze case maker of the day.
Ht 360mm x 170mm W x 110mm D
Ref: G.H. Billie, Watch & Clock Makers of the World p.283.
Newly cleaned & serviced & warranted for 2 years.
Price inc GST $4,750
Regency Windsor chair c1820
An elegant and comfortable English Regency period spindle back Windsor armchair in highly figured elm & beech, with a wonderful original patina.
UK c 1820
Arcadian Painted Tin Tray c1830
A beautifully painted, gilded & ‘japanned’ tin tray, of shaped oval form. The central oval finely painted in oils of an idyllic rural scene with figures beside an ancient bridge. The convex border with rolled edge forming a strong handle, decorated with gilding on a red painted ground. Excellent original decorative condition.. 77cm x 62cm x 5cm UK. c1830.
Set of Eight French Empire Style Dining Chairs c1950
A very chic set of 8 French Empire style dining chairs in black lacquer, silver & gold leaf.
The form closely follows ‘Roman’ back chairs made by Jacob Frères of Paris c 1805.
French c1950.
PRICE INC GST $3,200/set
George II period Walnut Stool c 1745
A handsome quality English walnut stool, with quarter crossbanded & face veneered skirt, onto a well patinated oak carcass. Supported on four beautifully carved legs, with carved harebells & clam shell to the knees, supported on claw & ball feet – the pearl in the eagle’s claw. Excellent original colour, marks, rough carved blocking to the frame & rich red brown old patina. Original drop in seat frame upholstered in coarse linen. Perfect for putting feet up on, or a tray of snacks. 47cm H x 57cm W x 47cm D
Anglo Indian Teak Campaign Chest c1820
An elegant & finely made Anglo Indian Regency period two part campaign chest, for a military officer on the move, or exotic travel. Of rectangular form, the two parts resting on lugs, with inset flush brass carrying handles, inlaid rosewood escutcheons, the drawers with dust liners between & fine dovetail joining. Supported on 19th century teak bracket feet, the semi – circular fretted brass ‘moustache’ type handles the rarest & most expensive form. Good colour & original finish. India, with English labour.102cm H x 107cm W x 50cm D.
Pair of Scottish Regency Chairs c1810
A stylish & useful pair of Scottish Regency period mahogany chairs. With finely figured tablets to the backs, classical X form crossbars, with reeded frames & drop in seats uoholstered in new coarse linen blend fabric . On turned legs & stretchers. Wonderful faded colour & dry, old waxed finish. C.1810.
French Empire Period portrait of a Young Woman c1810
A beautifully painted French Empire period portrait of a young woman in an aubergine velvet dress, life sized, apparently unsigned.
Oil on canvas size 92cm x 71cm
c1810
Price inc GST $6,250