Explore the history, design, and appeal of Queen Anne furniture. Learn what defines early 18th-century English pieces - from cabriole legs to burr walnut veneers - and why they remain among the most sought-after antiques.
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A Late Louis XVI Period Tric-Trac Table, France, circa 1790. The period from the death of Louis XV (in 1774) to the fall of Napoleon (in 1815) stretches forty-one years; yet, in that relatively short time span, it is possible to trace the evolution of three significant shifts in French fashion and taste, reflecting the […]
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Marie-Antoinette often wiled away her afternoons, evenings and even nights gambling. Encouraged as a child by her mother Maria Theresa, as she knew that a princess who could not play well would soon be separated from her money, her habit reached its nexus once she became Queen. The game of Tric Trac was highly fashionable […]
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A rare pair of early 18th century Cape Dutch stink wood side chairs, each having a shaped and carved top rail upon barley twist spindle supports, the caned seats terminating in barley twist legs and stretchers. Have a look at our furniture selection here.
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The Georgian Town House is commonly considered the epitome of English style. Its symmetry and gracefulness, derived from Ancient Rome, has embedded itself into English history that it is hard to picture an era more representative of England. The Georgians were great entertainers and consequently took great interest in fashion and interiors which became progressively more […]
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Occasionally when buying furniture, a dealer or collector is confronted with an enigma – namely a piece of furniture, made in a style that corresponds with more than one aesthetic or indeed national design identity. We recently bought this unusual pair of Bergere armchairs and in the cataloguing process have spent more time than usual […]
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My love affair with Chinoiserie began in childhood. On a visit to Claydon House in Buckinghamshire, I had my first glimpse into the world of 18th century interiors inspired by China in the magical Chinese Room. I was immediately captivated. In hindsight it was this fascination upon which my entire knowledge of antiques now depends […]
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The rediscovery and excavation of Pompeii and Herculaneum in the mid 18th century renewed fascination with the Classical civilisations of ancient Greece and Rome. Architects such as Robert Adam and William Chambers swiftly embraced the style which rapidly extended to interior design including furniture, ceramics and internal decorations. The new emphasis on form was starkly […]
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During the 18th and 19th century, Hall Chairs became a staple in any grand English dwelling. Along with the Hall Stand, a table, stand or pedestal often containing provisions for umbrellas, sticks, hooks, pegs and a central mirror, the Hall Chair formed part of the first impression of a home. A product of the Grand […]
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In comparison to other craftsmen of his type, little is known about George Hepplewhite (1727 – 1786); regardless of this, his name is still synonymous with light and elegant furniture of the late 18th century. During the early-, to mid-18th century the British cabinetmaker and Georgian designer was apprentice to Robert Gillow of Lancaster. Following this, he returned […]
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The Hallway is defined as a slender, elongated, walled and roofed structure towards the entrance of a dwelling. Once used to live in, hallways nowadays function as a means to arrive at rooms that are partitioned from this part of a home. More than just a windbreaker to its adjoining rooms, hallways have a functionality about them that […]
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A selection of antique seating from our collection. What better way to rejuvenate in style than on one of these stunning antique bergere armchairs: They are highly stylish as well as comfortable with finely carved details throughout. Another recent accusation is a set of four French Hepplewhite mahogany chairs from around 1770, England. The form of these chairs is distinctly […]
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