Victorian Furniture

This is an antique presentation tray. An English, copper and brass twin handled serving platter, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1880. Attractive colour and an eye for d...

Very Unusual Horn Sectional Hand Carved Chinese Walking Stick or Dress Cane of outstanding quality, last half of the Nineteenth Century. The ...

This is an antique hearth footman. An English, brass fireplace plate warmer or trivet, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. A charming and d...

An exceptional, fine and impressive, composite antique Victorian English sterling silver four-piece tea and coffee service/set; part of our silver teaware collection. This exceptional antique Victorian four-piece sterling silver tea and coffee service consists of a coffee pot, teapot, sugar bowl and cream jug. Each piece has a pear shaped form onto a circular spreading foot. The pieces of this Victorian tea and coffee set are embellished with embossed panels in a swirl design, accented with bright cut engraved segmented quatrefoil leaf motifs on a textured background. One side of each piece incorporates a circular cartouche displaying the engraved initial 'B'. The upper rims are encompassed with plain applied moulded borders. The teapot and coffee pot are fitted with domed hinged hallmarked covers reflecting the identical decoration as that to the body. Each cover retains the original hallmarked cast sterling silver finial embellished with scrolling leaf ornamentation. The components of this antique silver tea set...

An absolutely beautiful French Victorian antique stained glass panel arched transom window that must be viewed in person to truly capture t...

Antique English Victorian Coromandel wood fitted traveler's box Compendium, Circa 1850-1860. Made by J.T. Needs, Late Bramah: Purveyor to Her Majesty, Prince Albert & the Royal Family.

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique European silver sugar box modelled in the form of a stork; part of our collection of silver bird sugar boxes This exceptional, fine and impressive antique cast 800 standard silver sugar box has been realistically modelled in form of a stork. The silver box is embellished with fine details reproducing the bird's plumage and anatomical features. The body of the bird is further ornamented with impressive cast silver hinged wings; the hinged components indicate the high quality of the piece. This exceptional and large antique silver stork sugar box is fitted with the original push fit head/cover. Condition This antique stork...

(1) Large lava cameo approximately 2 1/4” x 1 3/4” depicts robed woman in thinker position flanked by (4) smaller lavas cameos are facial portrait only in t...

A Royal Vienna style porcelain cabinet plate titled "Ros'chen", dating from the late 19th century. Very fine and detailed hand enameling and gilding. The plate is signed "Wagner" ove...

Three figures are seated at a table where rests a jug of ale; all on a rectangular oval base where the title of the porcelain is stated in gold gilt script "Auld Lang Syne...

An imposing English Parian unglazed Porcelain Standing Figure of Perseus firmly attributed to Minton and modelled by Victor Simyan, who was a French scu...

A late 19th century Anglo-Indian sterling silver beaker beautifully decorated with scroll and floral motifs. Unmarked (but tests as sterling), I would suspect this example to have...

Made by the renowned American toy manufacturer in approximately 1920, this wooden toy baby grand piano has been autographed in two places by the legendary Liberace. The piano shows o...

Majolica strawberry plate signed Wedgwood. Diameter / 8.8 inches.Chips on the back.

19th century English embroidered centerpiece from an antique chasuble with a Sabina Fay Braxton gaufrage mat. It is her signature printed velvet, se...

This is an antique helmet scuttle. An English, copper coal bucket or fireside bin, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850. Delightful helmet ...

Antique Majolica Sardine fish box / lidded compote attributed to Adams & Bromley. It features a pineapple and basket weave design with Sardine lid handle and purple lavender interio...

For sale is a fine quality 20th century Bijouterie table. The top of the table as a superbly inlaid edge around the hinged lid. The lid lifts to reveal a velvet lined interior. The t...

A late 19th century 2 seater country house chesterfield sofa by C. J. Lawrence - Southsea. c1890 Retaining its original soft and purposefully loose horsehair buttoned upholstery. ...

A large collection of late Victorian shell specimens, the majority housed in its pine box with each specimen having its period card sleeve, the remainder displayed in glazed blue car...

Antique Victorian Bentwood Frame Revolving Desk Chair With A Newly Upholstered Polished Racing Green Leather Seat. Finished With Brass Studs The chair offers a timeless quality for...

Antique French Victorian Louis XV Style Carved Walnut Side Chairs - a Pair. Item features carved cabriole legs, heavy solid walnut floral carved frames, and classic and elegant Louis...

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver spirit kettle; an addition to our Victorian silver teaware collection. This exceptional antique sterling silver spirit kettle has an elongated octagonal paneled, rounded form. The surface of this Victorian spirit kettle is embellished with bright cut engraved circular motifs amidst undulating borders in addition to a broad band of applied ribbed ornamentation. Either side of the kettle is ornamented with two chased floral decorated pegs, allowing the kettle to sit securely on the Stand. The protruding scalloped shoulders are ornamented with further bright cut engraved decoration. This antique kettle...

We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare one of a kind Pauly CIE Et stamped hand carved walnut armoire made by the genius that was Moses Michelangelo Guggenheim 1837-1910 Where to begin, this cabinet is stamped to the rear “Fabrique De Meubles Pauly & Cie Venise. Pauly & Cie” who were a world famous glass foundry and later equally famous furniture manufacturer. Their grotto furniture has an immense following across the world. This piece was most likely retailed through them as it was made by Moses Michelangelo Guggenheim who is a fellow venetian There is one other known example of his works which is very similar, it is currently retailing for no less than £900,000 however it is accompanied by a few other pieces from a drawing room suite. The suite came from Palazzo Papadopoli, a Renaissance palace on the Grand Canal in Venice built for the Coccini family by Giovanni de Grigi around 1560. I will include some further history below on both Pauly CIE ET and Moses Michelangelo Guggenheium On to the armoire, it is clearly the most ornate tour de force of carving you will ever see, I’m thankful it has managed to survive so long without being broken up by salvagers looking to reclaim the sculptures. You can see in the carving elements of Pauly’s inspiration in the form of shells. You also have Putti’s riding dolphins and so on. We have fully treated it as there were various signs of old worm, it’s then been cleaned waxed and polished. One of the hidden hinges has been replaced, otherwise it is in near perfect condition for the age. The insides houses three wood shelves Dimensions Height 255.5cm top to bottom, without the removable top carving 211cm Width 170cm arm to arm of the chaps on the outside, 172cm at the top, 166cm at the bottom Depth 63cm top, 55cm middle, 59cm bottom Please note all measurements are taken at the widest point Moses Michelangelo Guggenheim Leading expert of decorative arts in late 19th century Venice, Michelangelo Guggenheim (1831-1910) also was one of the greatest antiquarians and a modern furniture producer in the “City of Water”. His collections stored in the Balbi Palace on the Grand Canal were an outstanding sight, that art amateurs would recommend. At the age of 20, he founds a "Stabilimento d’arti decorative e industriali" which purpose is the industrial creation of objects bearing an artistic force. The furniture that made him worldwide famous re-imagines ancient styles, freeing their aesthetic powers to serve modern imagination. Often in walnut, his pieces of furniture sent to World Fairs impress people by the finesse of their sculptures. A prized designer as well, he reorganizes princely interiors in the same spirit. His most famous work is the Palazzo Papadopoli's design about 1874, where he unfolds the vocabulary of several periods. He conceives there a richly furnished Neo-Renaissance Cabinet that relived the Italian golden age. For the exceptional result he is awarded the Gold Medal of merit for science and arts by Ludwig II of Bavaria. Pauly & Cie Venise Since its foundation (1866), Pauly & C. has stood for elegance, creativity and Venetian luxury. The ancient Roman technique known as “murrine”, which today is the symbol of Murano glass, was reproduced for the first time in its workshops and was presented to the world at the Universal Exhibition in Paris in 1878. In 150 years of business Pauly & C. has produced unique works for royal palaces, public buildings, private villas and has served an international client base that includes some of the most prominent names from the world of culture and art, figures from the world of industry and finance, politicians and nobility. Pauly & C. - C.V.M. (compagnia Venezia Murano) works are currently held in many private collections and exhibited in some of the most prestigious museums in the world. In the last years of activity, Pauly has been active with three distinct brands: • Pauly & C. CVM, the time-honoured company that produces classic objects, recreating old designs and collections and offering modern reinterpretations of them. • Pauly Glass Factory, which continues its association with artists and designers to produce artistic works with modern lines. • MVM Interior operates throughout the world with architects, interior designers and design studios for the creation of prestigious personalized projects History Compagnia di Venezia e Murano C.V.M. began as Salviati &C. in London in 1866 under the direction of Vicenza attorney Antonio Salviati and with the backing of two British men: archaeologist Austen Henry Layard and antiquarian Sir William Drake. The company was dedicated to using ancient techniques and utilized master glassblowers in its efforts to do so. It called in specialists from other fields like goldsmithing and engraving to ensure authenticity and employed artist Giuseppe Devers to teach the techniques of enamelling and heat-applied glass gilding to company artisans. Archaeologist Layard was particularly interested in the mosaic glass techniques of Roman and pre-Roman artists, and he spent years personally overseeing the work of the company's technicians and glassblowers in attempting to revive those techniques. In 1872, the company was successful, managing to replicate the type of glass commonly known as "murrina". The company was renamed Venice and Murano Glass and Mosaic Company Limited in 1872, and, in 1877, Layard purchased Salviati's interest so that Salviati could pursue other interests. The company quickly earned a reputation for quality original glass art and reproductions as well as its many mural mosaics in Great Britain and elsewhere in Europe. In 1878, the murrine produced by Compagnia di Venezia e Murano was included in its exhibit at the International Exhibition in Paris, which was the chief attraction in Italian glass. In its observations of the display, the United States Commission to the Paris exposition commented not only on "Roman murrine glass", but also particularly on the mural glass mosaics, the "perfection of which" had "engaged the earnest attention of the company." Mosaics produced by the company during the time period are still in existence in diverse areas such as Gonville and Caius...

An exceptional, fine and impressive, pair of antique Victorian English cast sterling silver figural candlesticks; an addition of our orname...

Pretty Victorian satinwood bow corner cabinet. This pretty cabinet stands upon slender legs with an undertray. The cabinet features 1 x lower central door with a mahogany lined dra...

Simply Fabulous! Vintage 19th century letter opener or page turner with an ornate sterling silver handle and bone blade. Hallmark corresponds to: Birmingham, England, circa 1897.

A beautiful early 20th Century Phonograph Console Cabinet. Made from walnut with matchbook burled front panels. The lid opens up to a fretwork carved front trim and a drop front wh...

A work of extraordinary craftsmanship, this exquisite English vanity case is as much an item of luxury as it is of necessity. Known as a nécessaire de voyage...

American victorian woven wicker high back settee/loveseat with apron. Underside has remnants of Larkin & Co. (Buffalo, NY) label.

An English Victorian period oak stool from the 19th century with oval upholstered seat, turned legs resting on casters. Step into the charm and craftsmanship of the 19th century with...

Late 19th century elm Sutherland table from England. Sutherland tables are wonderful tables to tuck away when not in use because of their narrow depth. This table is a particul...

An unusual mid 19th century Victorian horses hoof & pewter snuff box, circa 1860. The snuff box having a hinged lid with engraved floral decoration an...

We are delighted to offer for sale this nicely restored Bordeaux brown leather three seat sofa A good looking and decorative sofa, the leather has been refurbished, it has a lovel...

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of absolutely massive Engravings on Canvas of the Italian Trajan column and one other Rom...

This is an antique banker's chest of drawers. An English, oak tallboy in Aesthetic Period taste by Maple & Co, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1890. Exceptional craftsman...

An impressive and beautifully proportioned gallery back Victorian chest of painted pine drawers circa 1850, featuring a shaped gallery with scroll ends, hand decorated with linework,...

AMBIANIC presents Antique Mesh Purse Handbag Evening Victorian circa 1900s 14 long x 5.5 w x .5 thick, purse only 6 h x 5 w Stamped Original vintage...

Antique 19th century Staffordshire porcelain flatback figurine depicting a Scottish highlander shepherd woman in a feathered hat, cobalt blue jacket and green and orange riding skirt...

Elevate your tea & coffee rituals to a level of timeless elegance with our exquisite English silver-plated four piece tea / coffee service, meticulously crafted by the renowned Elkin...

Beautiful 19th century English Victorian period fireplace grate made of cast iron, wrought iron and brass. The engraved fret with eagle and foliage surmounted by curved front bars. T...

An Attractive Late 19th Century Mahogany Miniature, Or Childs, Wellington Chest, Having Rectangular Top Over Seven Drawers With Original Turned Wooden Knobs, Enclosed By Hinged Pilas...

A beautiful low and wide mahogany chest of drawers with a gently moulded curved top with gallery back. Two short over two long graduating drawers with original handles below a moul...

An Early 20th Century Victorian Style Carved Mahogany and Upholstered Settee with impressive center back carving. Measures 41" in width, 23" in depth and stands 37.75" tall at the ba...

In 1886, John Northwood, famous glass artist of Stourbridge, UK, (later instrumental in the development of art glass in the US), invented a pull up machine allowing small metal teeth...

Antique English Ironstone Diamond Patent Covered Sauce Tureen with Underplate. Circa 19th Century. Measurements: 6.5" H x 9" W x 6.5" D.

Striking large antique lamp features urn shaped porcelain body with two ornate decorative twin handles, hand-painted in Victorian style with large English roses and country landscape...

These are so adorable! It is a pair of French children’s wingback chairs that have been completely re-done. They have down cushions and rest on brass castors. The fabric is a polishe...

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English 9-carat yellow gold and mother of pearl handled butter knife, boxed, an addition to our diverse flatware collection. This exceptional antique Victorian 9-karat gold butter knife has a sabre style knife blade, with a broad incurved shaped form. The anterior face of the concave curved blade is ornamented with a segmented panel of impressive bright cut engraved foliate ornamentation, all on a matte background. The reverse surface of the blade is plain, apart from the feature hallmarks. This antique knife retains the original, fine and impressive carved mother of pearl handle...

This is only the second time in many years of being in the antiques business that I have come across this wonderful figural equestrian inkwell. B...

Antique French Victorian 18" Bronze Maiden Sculpture signed Adrien Etienne "Gaudez'. Circa Late 19th Century. Measurements: 18" H x 6.5" W x 6.5" D.

Beautiful collection of 12 miniature clocks in Mahogany cabinet, produced by Franklin Mint in 1980. In very good condition considering its age of 37 years old, some minor traces of ...

Antique Roseville Corinthian Pattern Jardiniere Planter and Rare Low Pedestal. Circa Early 1900s. Measurements: Overall: 22" H x 18" Diameter Pot: 13" H x 18" Diameter Base: 10" H x...

On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning chairs on brass castors you could hope to find. This is an ultra-rare opportunity to acquire what is, unequivocally, the best of...

Fenton - Antique American opalescent yellow Vaseline glass cactus leaf relish or pickle dish - unsigned - United States - early 20th century. Excellent ...

Antique Chinese hardwood display cabinet having a pierced gallery top above stepped shelves and supported by turned columns, four inlaid cupboards doors a...

Love this Wooden Tray Table .Folding legs ,comes with a separated Serving Tray . decorated with all kind of Owls .Beautiful Green Blue Color . Turquoise . 1950s

A beautiful antique Victorian or Renaissance Revival four-door bookcase or display cabinet In the manner of R.J. Horner & Co. USA, Circa 1890s Solid walnut, with ornate carved fac...

G.F. Cruchley (UK, 1796-1880) London ca 1850 A magnificent pair of terrestrial and celestial globes. Equatorial table engraved with the signs of the zodiac and resting on 3 mahogany molded feet held by a compass at the spacer. With graduated brass meridian circles and time clocks. The terrestrial globe is inscribed in a cartouche: Cruchley's new terrestrial globe from the most recent and best authorities. Exhibiting the discoveries in equatorial Africa, north pole. And the new settlements and divisions in Australia, New Zealand, Californa, Texas, &c. London. Sold by Gould and Porter opticians 181 strand WC. The celestial globe is inscribed in a cartouche: Cruchleys new celestial globe on which is accurately laid down the whole of the stars and nebule contained in the astronomical catalogue of the Reverend Mr. Wollaston F.R.S. Also from the authorities Flamstead, De La Caille, Hevellus, Bradley, Herschel, Maskelyne, &c. Ands the limits of each constellation determined by a boundary line. London, published by G.F. Cruchley, map-seller & globe maker, 81 Fleet street. Signed: CRUCHLEY in London England, circa 1850 H. 125 cm Diam. 53 cm (21 inches) Diam. 25 cm compasses The two spheres are in a perfect state of freshness and are perfectly legible. The condition of both the globes is very good. There have been some professional repairs to some damaged gores. The Terrestrial globe in good conserved and legible condition, it has areas of rubbing, retouching, and slight discoloration. The Celestial globe is also in good conserved and legible condition with areas of rubbing, retouching and slight discoloration. The gores themselves have been cleaned and revarnished. The splendid mahogany legs and moulded feet are in first class condition. Each globe consists of 12 hand coloured copper engraved gores over a paper-maché hollow core, made up of two hemispheres joined at the equator and covered with a layer of plaster. There are paper horizon rings, made up of a series of concentric circles, displaying the months of the year, the signs of the zodiac and wind directions. THE TERRESTRIAL GLOBE. The globe provides much detailed information, and was accurate up to the date of production, which in this case is the mid-19th century. It shows the latest discoveries and developments that had taken place. It displays names and territories that were once familiar to the people of the age, 150 years into the future! In Asia for example, there are places like ‘Little Bucharia’, ‘Little and Greater Tartary’, ‘Russia in Asia.’ Undoubtedly, the continent that has changed more than any other is Africa. So many African countries that we know and recognise now, had different, perhaps more ‘Colonial’ names more than a century and a half ago. There was ‘Nubia’ (Sudan/Egypt), ‘Abbyssinia’ (Ethiopia), ‘Cape Colony’ (South Africa), ‘Dahomey’ (Benin) but to name a few. Australia was a little over 50 years away from its union via ‘Federation’ in 1901. This brought about the Commonwealth of Australia. However, in 1850 they were six separate British selfserving colonies, ruled directly from England. In North America, both Los Angeles and San Francisco are incorporated as cities into California - as it becomes the 31st U.S. state. Much of mid-western and western USA were known as ‘The Western Territory’ & ‘The Missouri Territory’, Florida was still refered to as ‘East & West Florida’. Canada was split into ‘Canada East’ & ‘Canada West.’ Canada East was primarily (for historical reasons) French-speaking, and Canada West primarily Englishspeaking. Much of Western Canada remained unexplored and undeveloped. In Europe, there was still the ‘Russian Empire’, the ‘Ottoman Empire’, the ‘AustroHungarian Empire’, and the German ‘Prussian Empire.’ THE CELESTIAL GLOBE. The Celestial Globe displays the stars, the constellations, clusters and nebulae in a beautiful and well thought out manner. Mythical figures and signs of the zodiac are seen. The equinoctial and solistitial colures are graduated in degrees. Although the colour is somewhat muted, it takes nothing away from the overall beauty and the undoubted aesthetic qualities of the globe. Historically, globes are among the most ancient scientific instruments known to man. They can be dated back over two millennia, and are still manufactured to this day. The earliest tradition of globe making is mainly concerned with celestial globes – man...

**Antique French Country Style Table Oil Lamp, Late 1800s/Early 1900s** A charming primitive oil lamp from the Victorian era, blending rustic French country character with timeles...