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Floral still life oil painting
£75.00Floral still life oil painting by an amateur artist based in Essex
An array of vibrantly coloured flowers sit on a dark and almost dingy backdrop
Some minor losses and blemishes visible when the sunlight hits, enhancing the paintings moody aura
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“Studio scene” oil on board painting
£245.00A charming mid 20th century oil on board painting from one of the many Rudolph Steiner schools. Judging by the artists name, the paintings origin lies in Germany
“Studio scene”
The image as a whole is almost romanticised. An initial pop of vibrant blue, a backdrop of softer blues and then surrounded by an array of darker, almost masculine undertones
Romantic yet moody
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George III oak bureau
£475.00A George III provincial oak bureau
English, late 18th century c.1780
Sitting proud on a rather unusual but interesting set of tapered legs. A single frieze drawer and a selection of smaller drawers internally aid storage
A well proportioned desk, traditional and rather cool simultaneously
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Mid 19th century ash waterfall shelves
£275.00Four tiered ash open graduating waterfall shelves
English and from the second quarter of the 19th century. This particular design of shelving and in particular, bookcases, were popular beginning in the regency era
Elegant in design. The four shelves sit on a set of turned supports, the whole on petite bun feet. All in all, a rather pretty piece of furniture
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Victorian gilt pier mirror
£500.0019th century English pier mirror, gilt painted at a later date
The mirror comprises of an inverted breakfront pediment moulded with a band of stiff leaves above a frieze of applied mask, floral swags and lyres. Whilst each side is flanked by a pair of fluted ionic columns
A rather decorative piece, it contains its original mercury mirror plate which has begun to gently fox in a small number of areas. The gilt paint has some small and minor losses around the frame
An interior design staple. Bold and imposing in all of the right ways
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Pine farmhouse hall table
£265.00Pine farmhouse table of English design
Dating from the late Victorian era c.1890
The shape, style and form are all that of a larger kitchen table but now in a diminutive size. The curved ends add interest, whilst the pine has developed a lovely warm tone
Positively, the table has a multitude of potential uses. Either as a hall table topped with floral displays. A desk space for that compact home office due to its more than adequate leg clearance. Finally, a small apartment restricted by floor space would give the piece the prime opportunity to be utilised as a petite farmhouse table
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George II oak chest of drawers
£530.00George II era oak chest of drawers
Dating from around the mid 18th century, c.1740-1760
Of that period, constructed using oak, cottage cut design enabling easy manoeuvrability in those tight cottage spaces. A time before dovetail joints or screws. Simple dowels and nails to piece it together. Standing the test of time 260+ years later
Relatively untouched. The original timbers appear to be present, other than some modern timber added to the underside runners of the drawer. This would be due to wear throughout centuries of opening and closing the drawers
Four drawers sit upon one another, believed to be the original oak drawer bottoms still present. Almost oversized bracket feet give the drawers a sense of authority whilst sitting within a room
A survivor…
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Pine writing desk
£435.00English pitch pine writing desk
Dating from the latter era of the 19th century c.1890
The tables dark aesthetics are due to a concoction of stains and paints with contrasting fruitwood knobs to a large drawer
Primary wear across the front section of the plank top, along both stretchers flanking the drawer give a clear indication as to it’s purpose and usability in modern life. Four mildly tapered legs ensure a timeless piece of design
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French painted bedside tables
£975.00Pair of French pine bedside tables from the Provence region in the South East of the country
The tables themselves are mid 19th century and then painted at a later date by a skilled and talented French artist to what is most likely suit the surrounding decor of the property. White and creams form the base layer with a darker shade of green creating the decorative line work around each piece
Though a matching pair, evidence of their hand made nature can be seen. Due to hand carving, slight variations in the sweeps and curves add an honest and authentic appeal. Depths of wood alter due to the nature of using what timbers were available, before mass production
Beginning at the top, a sweeping galleried back sits above a pleasant surprise of a set of two curved drawers. Continuing the curvaceous nature, the body sits on cabriole legs and to add balance, a lower shelf adds an extra storage option
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Hungarian painted cupboard
£395.00Hungarian painted pine cupboard
Mid 20th century c.1950
Original worn painted finish and Bakelite fittings
One drawer sits above a shelved cupboard. Panelled inserts on a pine frame. Historic woodworm has been routinely treated as a precaution. Some slight movement in the frame when twisting, however this is eradicated once some weight is added
European furniture such as this adds a rustic charm to all styles of interior. Simple and naive. The items tell a story. An abundance of character and authenticity ooze from each corner
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Turkish olive pot
£135.00Turkish olive pot
Second quarter of the 20th century
Naturally aged terracotta with drainage hole. Great earthy tones in the pots colour palette
A used pot with plenty of history, now for the next stage of its life. Whether you were to accessorise with rustic muted tones or add a splash of colour, the piece is sure to stand the test of time in design terms
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Roe deer mounted skull
£20.00Roe deer mounted skull
A good, well balanced example mounted on a black painted
