Kingham Design

Ornately detailed relief 18th Century Baroque styled provincial Italian salon sofa finished in pale gold gilt over gesso on carved hardwood. Wonderfully sculpted centrepiece mask of ...

A rare and striking example of mid-century athletic design, this 1950s vintage wooden vaulting horse by the esteemed H. Hunt & Son Ltd, Liverpool, represents the perfect marriage of utilitarian craftsmanship and timeless form. Originally intended for gymnasium use, this solid piece bears all the hallmarks of the British educational athletic tradition—built for durability, but beautifully aged with character and grace. The branding mark on the leg—“H. Hunt & Son Ltd, Woodend Avenue, Liverpool 24”—authenticates its origin and era, placing it within the heart of British post-war industrial design. This firm, known for manufacturing high-quality physical education equipment, produced gym staples that are now coveted for their robust materials and nostalgic appeal. Constructed from solid beechwood and topped with a plush, aged tan leather or hide, this vaulting horse has gracefully weathered the decades. It separates into two distinct, fully functional components: a bench and a table—each capable of standing on its own both structurally and stylistically. The top section is luxuriously upholstered and softly worn, making it a welcoming seating option, while the lower structure transforms effortlessly into a charming coffee or display table. Whether placed in a refined living space, a high-concept retail environment, or a creative workspace, this piece adds a quiet sense of heritage and strength. It invites interaction and admiration without pretension. The mid-20th century was a golden era for British craftsmanship, where even utilitarian school and gym equipment was made to last. H. Hunt & Son Ltd was one of the key suppliers to UK schools and institutions, known for their dedication to quality and consistency. Items such as this vaulting horse were built to withstand generations of rigorous physical use, and now stand as iconic relics of British design history. Understated and evocative, this H. Hunt & Son vintage vaulting horse...

A rare and iconic piece of British retail history, this authentic 1940s HMV illuminated shop sign has been salvaged with care and expertise from the legendary His Master’s Voice stor...

This exceptional cast bronze relief plaque depicts His Majesty King Edward VII in high profile, majestically attired in the full regalia of the Order of the Garter, encircled by a la...

An extraordinary and stately piece from the early 19th century, this French Gothic Revival Monks Bench, dating circa 1820, is a masterclass in craftsmanship and evocative design. Att...

A rare and remarkably preserved 19th century Italian four-fold leather screen, this antique room divider is a testament to the refined artistry and craftsmanship of the Romantic peri...

Emanating post-war British refinement and industrial ingenuity, this exquisite Tansad “De Luxe V.26” swivel office chair, dating to the 1940s, stands as an evocative piece of Mid-Cen...

A supremely rare and distinguished example of early 20th-century British design, this circa 1920 scalloped and curved Chesterfield sofa embodi...

A superb example of refined Danish craftsmanship, this early 20th-century oak wingback armchair stands as an embodiment of both elegance and functionality. With its winged silhouette...

An exquisite example of early 20th-century English craftsmanship, this Edwardian display cabinet—dating to circa 1908—is fashioned from warmly toned mahogany and adorned with finely ...

A rare and evocative set of six Swiss alpine oak café chairs, dating from the late 19th century, with origins in a mountain ski lodge nestled deep in the Swiss Alps. These beautifull...

Strikingly chromatic mustard yellow coloured Victorian winged arm chair with buttoned back and seat pad. Turned mahogany front legs with sabred back legs, ceramic and brass castors. ...