Staffordshire pottery cat, c.1800. The seated cat, with his tail curled in front, coloured in Pratt type glazed spots. Set upon an oval mound base.Height: 7.5 cm, 3&rdquo;Width: 5 cm, 2&rdquo;.Depth: 3.5 cm, 1 3/8&rdquo;.Condition: Excellent. No damage. No restoration.

Staffordshire pottery seated cat. Pratt glazes, c. 1800.

Hoi an Hoard piece of cargo modelled as a gourd or Melon and with a blue cobalt glazeThe Hoi an Hoard cargo &nbsp;sank c1485 in the Hoi an Delta. &nbsp;This piece is glazed in cobalt &nbsp;blue is modelled as gourd or melon in a compressed form. &nbsp;The monochrome pieces are not as common as the blue and white ware. &nbsp;Today this area is in Viet Nam but during the Ming Dynasty at this time it was part of the Chinese EmpireThe cargo was being carried on a sea faring junk that archaeology concluded was over loaded and sailing at the end of the season for such trading vessels. &nbsp;The junk had been known about by modern day fishermen who would bring pieces of it up periodically in their nets. &nbsp;it was properly salvaged and recorded by Oxford University Marine Archaeology faculty and subsequently sild through Butterfields in San Francisco.

Hoi an Hoard lidded Box and Cover

Chinese Embroidery c1870 probably from a wall hanging.The excellent embroidery depicts a dignitary riding on a mythical beast - a qilin - with an attendant carrying the parasolThe stitch work includes an intricate couching stitch to represent the scales oh the qilinAll framed and conservedFrom a private collection from the 1980's&nbsp;

Chinese Silk Embroidery On Silk 19th Century

Artist Mervyn Goode (Born 1948) Condition Excellent Country of Origin British Dimensions 13.25 x 17.25 inches Item Medium Oil on Canvas Provenance Sold directly on behalf of the artist. Signed

“Autumn Tints” by Mervyn Goode

Artist John Yardley Condition Excellent Country of Origin British Dates Painted in 2018 Dimensions 13.5 x 18.5 inches( Framed 23.5 x 28.5 inches ) Item Medium Watercolour Provenance Sold directly on behalf of the artist. Signed

“Low Tide, St Aubyn, Channel Islands” by John Yardley RI.

This work is cast in an edition of 15 of which this is number 5.Artist Gill Brown Condition Excellent Dates Contemporary Dimensions 6.5 x 9 x 6 inches Item Medium Bronze Provenance Sold directly on behalf of the artist. Signed with initials.

“prince Charming” by Gill Brown Swa

Arts &amp; Crafts silver, enamel, sapphire and pearl dragon pendant by James Cromar Watt, Scotland c1900Marks: noneDimensions: drop 2.75 inches (7 cm) chain 20 inches (51 cm)Condition: ExcellentPrice on application

Arts & Crafts silver, enamel, sapphire and pearl dragon pendant by James Cromar Watt

Art Nouveau bronze and wood clock attributed to Tony Selmersheim, France c1900Marks: NoneHeight: 18 inches (46 cm)Condition: Original movement cleaned and overhauled with one year warrantee. Wooden back possibly re patinated

Art Nouveau bronze and wood clock attributed to Tony Selmersheim

Silver and enamel cubist plaque with figures and fruit in original teak frame by Ottaviani, Italy 1975Marks: Signed, dated and with Italian silver marksDimensions: frame 13.5 x 17.25 inches (35 x 43.5 cm) plaque 9.5 x 6.25 inches (24 x 16 cm)Condition: Professional restoration to some of the enamel, minor stress lines.

Silver and enamel cubist plaque in teak frame by Ottaviani

Liseuse by Albert Carriere-Belleuse (1824-1887)Small gilded bronze figure of a lady reading. Plaque to front of base- Liseuse par Carriere- Belleuse Gd Prix du SalonC. 1865 &nbsp;Signed: A. Carriere-Belleuse&nbsp;&nbsp;Height: 25.5 cm

Liseuse by Albert Carriere-Belleuse

Le Reveil by Joseph Descomps-Cormier (1869-1950)Gilded bronze figure of a young woman waking up and stretching. On brown marble base and signed in the bronze.C. 1925 &nbsp; &nbsp;Signed: Joe Descomps &nbsp; &nbsp;Height: 28 cm &nbsp; Base: 7.5 cm

Le Reveil by Joseph Descomps-Cormier

Maiden with Goats by Gabriel Joseph Garraud (1807-1880)Bronze group depicting reclining figure of a woman with goats on gilded wooden plinth.Maiden with Goats &nbsp;c. 1840 &nbsp;Signed: Garraud &nbsp;Length: 41 cm &nbsp; Height: 36 cmReference: Benezit - Dictionary of Artists&nbsp;

Maiden with Goats by Gabriel Joseph Garraud

Victorian leather library chair&nbsp;This Victorian leather library chair was made circa 1870.The mahogany frame with the lovely feature of having the lions head beautifully carved to the open arms.Having a deep buttoned back in a high-quality leather hide, in a warm tobacco colour.It has well turned front legs with brass cup castors.Imagine sitting back and relaxing in this chair, I expect there will be many of your family and friends who will be vying to try it out.&nbsp;I have tried it out myself and sure it is one, if not the most comfortable of chairs I have sat in.69cms widest across the arms 27ins89cms high 35ins92cms deep 36ins39cms seat height 15 1/2ins56cms seat depth 22insAll dimensions are approximate, whilst we take as much care as possible, we can be marginally out.&nbsp;DeliveryUK mainland FREE Other destinations please contact us, and we will get a quote. We use a professional Removal company to transport our precious items and do not entrust them to usual parcel services. Therefore, delivery may be 7 -10 days, but it is worth the wait of course.After a few occasions where customers have been disappointed to miss an item as they e-mailed their enquiry instead of phoning, I would recommend that if you wish to get the piece, please call rather than e-mail. We are very friendly and easy to deal withThis Victorian leather library chair is a piece of antique furniture that are a very green product and have not affected the environment we live in.We spend time choosing the best product, an antique item that must meet the strict criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock.GuaranteeThis Victorian leather library chair carries the Hingstons Antiques product guarantee plate which gives you the peace of mind that any item with this plate, is of the quality and condition expected when purchasing from Hingstons Antiques Limited. All our goods are individually selected by Nick Hingston who uses his experience of over 40 years of trading to select the best items of the best design and condition suitable to be placed in our quality stock.PRICE MATCHING Antiques are unique, and it is impossible to price match in the normal way. Please consider the quality of product, and the care taken in our restoration, before deciding if you are looking at price comparison. When you choose to purchase an item from Hingstons, you will be purchasing a piece that will enhance your home. We spend time choosing the best product, an antique item that must meet the strict criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock.Hingstons Distance selling policyPurchases from Hingstons Antiques Ltd give all buyers the right to cancel the purchase within 14 working days after receipt of the item, for a full refund less transport costs, on condition it is returned in the condition it was sent.Payment- We can accept payment by bank transfer, card transaction by phone, or cheque in store for UK customers, please contact us if you are an overseas customerItems remain on sale until payment is received&nbsp;&nbsp;

Victorian leather library chair 

A rare wall hanging plaque in Newlyn which will date to 1934. Superbly decorated in a full image version of the pattern in crisp, clean colours. It measures 26cm in diameter and free from damage or restoration. It carries printed marks to the reverse.

Clarice Cliff Newlyn 26cm Wall Hanging Plaque C.1934

A bold full image ashtray in the orange colourway of Picasso Flower that will date to 1930. It is in excellent and no damage or restoration. It measures 5" in diameter and is fully signed to the base.

Clarice Cliff Orange Picasso Flower Ashtray C.1930

&lsquo;The Bull&rsquo;. Gouache on paper. Paper size 77 x 58 cm. Image size 71 x 53 cm.
Original gouache painting on heavy weight Hahnemuhle hot pressed watercolour paper. 600g/m2. Signed with monogram to front. Supplied with Certificate of Authenticity on request. The painting is supplied unframed and must be mounted and framed under glass for display.

'THE BULL’. Gouache on paper.

A bold and nicely decorated 451 shaped vase in Limberlost. This will date to 1932 and is a very clean example on a rare shape. It shows a full version of the pattern and free from damage or restoration. It measures 6" in height and is fully signed to the base.

Clarice Cliff Limberlost 451 Shape Vase C.1932

A really special piece of Red Tree. This bowl is fantastically painted to show a full image around the outside and then another inside the bowl! An amazing piece and i have only ever seen one other of these plus a couple in idyll a long time ago. Bold image, bold colours and free from damage or restoration. It measures 8.5" and is fully signed to the base.&nbsp;

Clarice Cliff Applique Red Tree Bowl C.1930

A rare and superbly decorated Greek shape jug in the sought after May Avenue design. A boldly painted example showing a full version of the pattern in clean, strong colours. It measures 9" in height and free from damage or restoration. Printed marks to the base.

Clarice Cliff MAY AVENUE GREEK SHAPE JUG C.1933

Set of 4 Mid 18th Century Black and White Engravings by William Hogarth of The &lsquo;Prints of an Election&rsquo;Hogarth&rsquo;s Election series was inspired by the notorious Oxfordshire contest in the General Election of 1754. &nbsp;The seats had been held, uncontested, by the Tories, since 1710. &nbsp;Then in 1752 the Whigs, who already held a large majority in Parliament, decided to contest the Oxfordshire seats and this heralded a two-year campaign characterised by unprecedented levels of bribery and corruption. &nbsp;These prints are based on the four paintings Hogarth started not long after the General Election. &nbsp;By this time the events in Oxfordshire had been widely publicised through journals and pamphlets. &nbsp;The paintings were bought from Hogarth by the actor David Garrick and later acquired by John Soane at an auction of the effects of Mrs Garrick in 1823. &nbsp;The Gentleman&rsquo;s Magazine had been critical of Hogarth&rsquo;s work calling it, &lsquo;the very many disgusting, if not depraved exhibitions of human nature&rsquo; in the paintings. &nbsp;Fortunately Soane instead recognised them as the finest of Hogarth&rsquo;s satirical works.Circa1758&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Price: &pound;2,750-00p. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;H:20.5&rdquo;, 51.25 cms, W: 26.3&rdquo;, 65.75 cms, D:1&rdquo;, 2.5 cms.We have taken the following from the book &lsquo;Hogarth The Complete Engravings&rsquo; by Joseph Burke and Colin Caldwell, page 21, fourth paragraph:The Four Prints of an Election (1755-8) is the supreme masterpiece of this period, his tour de force in mock-heroic baroque parody.Notes on the Plates numbers 237-40:The election satire was occasioned by the Oxfordshire election of 1754. The four prints were dedicated respectively to Henry Fox, later Baron Holland; Sir Charles Hanbury Williams; Sir Edward Walpole; and George Hay, MP, the first three being prominent in the Whig Party.237. &nbsp;AN ELECTION ENTERTAINMENT. February 1755. Fourth State. By Hogarth, with assistance. Two Whig candidates for Parliament give a banquet to their supporters in the local inn while the rival Tory party parade outside the window. On this occasion there are no social distinctions between gentlemen and voter, and alcohol has contributed to the general sense of equality.At the left of the first candidate, Sir Commodity Taxem, receives the confidence of a fat woman, a shoemaker pushes their heads closer together and turns his pipe out over the head of a knight, while a young girl admires his ring. &nbsp;In the next group a chimney sweep takes a similar opportunity to score off his social superior by squeezing painfully the hand of the second candidate in an affected demonstration of friendship and loyalty. A glutenous clergyman acts as the division between these groups and the two succeeding ones, in which the gentry are successfully amusing their social inferiors. &nbsp;At the other end of the table the Mayor is being bled by a surgeon after a surfeit of oysters. &nbsp;In front of the table a pedlar who has brought ribbons and knickknacks for sale as gifts looks with misgiving at a promissory note in lieu of cash. &nbsp;A butcher pours gin into the wound of a ruffian hired as a bodyguard, and the election agent is knocked down by a brick hurled through the window. &nbsp;Notice that the bodyguard is receiving gin both internally and externally. &nbsp;Before the door a Methodist refuses to accept a bribe, while his infuriated wife points to the ragged condition of their son.The inscriptions, slogans, etc., refer to the rival policies of the Whigs and Tories, the former advocating &lsquo;Liberty and Loyalty&rsquo; and the latter &lsquo;Liberty and Property&rsquo;. &nbsp;The Tories carry an effigy labelled &lsquo;No Jews&rsquo; and oppose Excise Duty.The scene is an illustration of the text, &lsquo;He that dippeth his hand with me in the dish, shall betray me&rsquo; (Matthew, 26:23) and contains motives from the Last Supper of Leonardo da Vinci, although the composition is a parody of baroque banquet scenes.238. &nbsp;CANVASSING FOR VOTES. &nbsp;February 1757. Fifth state. &nbsp;Engraved by C. Grignion. &nbsp;The iconographic reference is to The Judgement of Hercules between Vice and Virtue, i.e., Tory and Whig. The sly farmer in the centre is in the happy position of being offered bribes simultaneously by two innkeepers, whose services have been retained as local agents.The inn at the left is the Portobello, representing the floating vote. &nbsp;A barber and a cobbler argue about the quarrelsome Admiral Vernon, who had brilliantly captured Portobello (1739) with six ships of the line but failed disastrously to take Cartagena (1741). &nbsp;The inn on the right is The Royal Oak, the tree in which Charles II hid after the Battle of Worcester. &nbsp;Being a Tory inn, it displays a showcloth satirizing the Whig Duke of Newcastle as &lsquo;Punch Candidate for Guzzledown&rsquo;, shovelling out bribes. &nbsp;The view of the Horse Guards by Hogarth&rsquo;s b&ecirc;te noire, William Kent, shows an arch so low that the coachman&rsquo;s head has been knocked off.The Tory candidate buys trinkets from a Jewish pedlar to secure the local influence of the two beauties on the balcony. &nbsp;The hostess counts her profits in a chair contemptuously made out of the British Lion, who has lost some of his teeth but nevertheless devours the French fleur-de-lis. &nbsp;A soldier of the English guards displays a keen interest divided between her purse and her person.&nbsp;In the distance in the Crown Inn, belonging to the innkeeper on the left. &nbsp;A disloyal crowd assaults it beneath a signpost which is being sawn down by a fanatic completely unaware that he is bringing about his own destruction as well as theirs.239. &nbsp;THE FOLLOWING. &nbsp;February 1758. &nbsp;Third state. Engraved by Hogarth and La Cave. &nbsp;Both parties have rallied every possible voter, even the disabled, lunatic and dying, and criminals temporarily released from gaol. &nbsp;The two candidates are seated at the back of the booth, with a sleeping beadle between them.The lawyers of the opposing parties argue over the oath of the old soldier, who takes it with his hook instead of his right hand, the first declaring that it is invalid, the second protesting against so scandalous as injustice to a patriot wounded in the service of his country.In the background Britannia&rsquo;s coach is about to be overturned while her coachman and footman play cards.240. &nbsp;CHAIRING THE MEMBERS. &nbsp;January 1758. Third state. Engraved by Hogarth and F. Aviline. The two victorious candidates are shown in triumphal procession, the shadow of the second being seen on the wall. The central group is based on the sacre conversaziono of the Venetians and Rubens, the first Member of Parliament occupying the place of the Madonna on her throne. &nbsp;In accordance with Hogarth&rsquo;s theory of comic form and inversion of ideas, a zig-zag pattern substitutes the serpentine line of the baroque, bearers take the place of the attendant Saints, and a fiddler leads the procession, in lieu of angels playing music.The dominant theme of the various episodes is imminent disaster. &nbsp;The bear leader is responsible for two. &nbsp;By fighting with a countryman armed with a flail he precipitates the rush of the sow, who has already overturned a woman and her litter of pigs into the stream. &nbsp;His neglected bear, prying into the pannier of the ragged man on a donkey, causes the gun on the monkey&rsquo;s back to be discharged in the direction of a chimney sweep. &nbsp;A young lady behind the wall faints with alarm on seeing the danger of the Member, to whom she is related.The defeated Whigs jeer at the procession from the house of a lawyer, who alone prospers from their humiliations. &nbsp;The house next to his is in ruins.The famous Whig politician and humourist George Bubb Doddington, later Baron Melcombe, was the model for the elected Member. &nbsp;About his head flies a goose in parody of the eagle flying over the head of Alexander the Great in Pietro da Cortona&rsquo;s Battle of Arbela.&nbsp;

Set of 4 Hogarth Engravings - The 'Prints of an Election'

A superbly decorated 5.5" octagonal sideplate in Rudyard. This will date to 1933 and shows a full version of the pattern in clean colours. free from damage or restoration and is fully signed to the reverse.

Clarice Cliff Rudyard 5.5" Octagonal Sideplate C.1933

Set of 8 Regency mahogany dining chairsThis Set of 8 Regency mahogany dining chairs were made circa 1820, probably in Scotland.Consisting of a pair of armchairs and 6 side chairs all with Trafalgar drop in seats.The chairs have the very desirable sabre legs. Sabre legs came into fashion after Britains victory at the Battle of Waterloo.This style of dining chair really compliments Georgian style dining tables, many of which we have in stock.This set of 8 Regency chairs were purchased by us from a Hungarian noble family.&nbsp;Armchairs (The side chairs are marginally smaller)51cms wide 20ins49cms deep 19ins83cms high 32 1/2insAll dimensions are approximate, whilst we take as much care as possible, we can be marginally out.&nbsp;DeliveryUK mainland FREE Other destinations please contact us, and we will get a quote. We use a professional Removal company to transport our precious items and do not entrust them to usual parcel services. Therefore, delivery may be 7 -10 days, but it is worth the wait of course.After a few occasions where customers have been disappointed to miss an item as they e-mailed their enquiry instead of phoning, I would recommend that if you wish to get the piece, please call rather than e-mail. We are very friendly and easy to deal withThis Set of 8 Regency mahogany dining chairs is a piece of antique furniture that are a very green product and have not affected the environment we live in.We spend time choosing the best product, an antique item that must meet the strict criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock.GuaranteeThis Set of 8 Regency mahogany dining chairs carries the Hingstons Antiques product guarantee plate which gives you the peace of mind that any item with this plate, is of the quality and condition expected when purchasing from Hingstons Antiques Limited. All our goods are individually selected by Nick Hingston who uses his experience of over 40 years of trading to select the best items of the best design and condition suitable to be placed in our quality stock.PRICE MATCHING Antiques are unique, and it is impossible to price match in the normal way. Please consider the quality of product, and the care taken in our restoration, before deciding if you are looking at price comparison. When you choose to purchase an item from Hingstons, you will be purchasing a piece that will enhance your home. We spend time choosing the best product, an antique item that must meet the strict criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock.Hingstons Distance selling policyPurchases from Hingstons Antiques Ltd give all buyers the right to cancel the purchase within 14 working days after receipt of the item, for a full refund less transport costs, on condition it is returned in the condition it was sent.Payment- We can accept payment by bank transfer, card transaction by phone, or cheque in store for UK customers, please contact us if you are an overseas customerItems remain on sale until payment is received&nbsp;&nbsp;

Set of 8 Regency mahogany dining chairs

Georgian emerald and diamond ring. Set centrally with three cushion shape old mine diamonds in closed back cut-down settings with a combined approximate weight of 0.65 carats, interspersed with six octagonal emerald-cut natural emeralds in closed back cut-down settings with a combined approximate weight of 0.16 carats, to an ornate cluster design featuring decorative granulation detail, a scalloped gallery and closed backholing, flanked by broad integrated shoulders featuring intricate engraving and metalwork, flowing through to a solid engraved D-shape shank. Tested yellow gold, English, circa 1835.RING SIZE GUIDE: N&frac12;

Georgian emerald and diamond ring, English, circa 1835

Art Deco Colombian emerald and diamond cluster ring. Set to centre with a rectangular step cut natural Colombian emerald with no colour enhancement in an open back claw setting with an approximate weight of 1.80 carats, surrounded by twelve round eight cut diamonds in open back grain settings with an approximate combined weight of 0.28 carats, further set with six round old cut diamonds in open back rubover settings with an combined weight of 0.60 carats, further adorned by four rectangular baguette cut diamonds in open back grain settings with an approximate combined weight of 0.09 carats. The total approximate diamond weight is 0.97 carats, to an elegant cluster design, featuring millegrain edging, a finely pierced decorative gallery, and fancy open backholing, leading to inwardly tapering shoulders with chenier detail, and flowing through to a solid D-shape shank, circa 1930, accompanied by Gemmological Certification Services report #5782-1546.RING SIZE GUIDE: N

Art Deco Colombian emerald and diamond cluster ring, circa 1930

Victorian Burmese ruby and diamond coronet cluster ring. Set to centre with an oval old cut natural unenhanced Burmese ruby in an open back claw setting with a weight of 1.32 carats, enircled by ten cushion shape old mine diamonds in open back claw and grain settings with a combined approximate weight of 1.15 carats, to an elegant coronet cluster featuring curving claws, an intricately pierced gallery and fancy shape open backholing, leading to broad trumpeting shoulders with engraved detail and flowing through to a solid ridged shank. Tested yellow gold, circa 1900, accompanied by GemResearch Swisslab report #GRS2005-091665.RING SIZE GUIDE: L&frac12;

Victorian Burmese ruby and diamond coronet cluster ring, circa 1900

Sapphire and diamond cocktail ring. Centrally set with a square step cut natural unenhanced sapphire in an open back claw setting with an approximate weight of 1.00 carats, flanked by four rectangular baguette cut diamonds in open back channel settings with an approximate total weight of 0.40 carats, and set to top and bottom with ten round star top diamonds in open back grain settings with an combined weight of 0.60 carats, all flanked by vertical borders of ten square step cut natural unenhanced sapphires in open back channel settings with an combined weight of 0.50 carats. The total approximate sapphire weight is 1.50 carats and the total approximate diamond weight is 10.00 carats, to a stylish cocktail ring of geometric design, polished edges and open backholing, the split trumpeting shoulders tapering to a solid D-shape shank. Marked platinum and iridium, markers mark 'SKS', American, circa 1950, accompanied by Gemmological Certification Services (GCS) report #5782-1259.RING SIZE GUIDE: L

Sapphire and diamond cocktail ring, American, circa 1950

Belle &Eacute;poque diamond cluster ring. Set to centre with one cushion shape old mine diamond in an open back grain setting with an approximate weight of 0.95 carats, encircled by twelve cushion shape old mine diamonds in open back grain and rubover settings with a combined weight of 1.40 carats, flanked by two cushion shape old mine diamonds in open back claw and rubover settings with a combined weight of 0.60 carats. The total approximate diamond weight is 2.95 carats to an impressive marquise shape cluster design featuring polished edges and granulated detail, an intricately pierced gallery and fancy open backholing, the decoratively engraved split shoulders flow through to a solid champfered shank. Marked 18 carat yellow gold, French, circa 1895.RING SIZE GUIDE: M 1/2

Belle Époque diamond cluster ring, French, circa 1895

Asscher cut diamond flanked solitaire ring. Set to centre with an asscher cut diamond, E colour, VS1 clarity, with an approximate weight of 0.81 carats in an open back corner claw setting, flanked by eight round old single cut diamonds in open back rubover and grain settings with a combined weight of 0.10 carats. The total approximate diamond weight is 0.91 carats, to an openwork gallery with cheniers and curved shoulders with intricate backholing, tapering to a solid chamfered edge shank. Tested platinum, circa 1925, accompanied by Gemological Institute of America report #16015327.&nbsp;RING SIZE GUIDE: K&frac12;

Asscher cut diamond flanked solitaire ring, circa 1925.

Georgian old mine diamond solitaire ring. Set to centre with a cushion shape old mine diamond in a closed back cut-down setting with an approximate weight of 4.30 carats, to an impressive solitaire design featuring stylised claws, a ridged gallery and closed backholing with engraved detail, flanked by split shoulders and flowing through to a solid flat ridged shank. Tested yellow gold and silver, circa 1835.RING SIZE GUIDE: N

Georgian old mine diamond solitaire ring, circa 1835

Burmese ruby and diamond flanked solitaire ring. Set to centre with an oval old cut natural unenhanced Burmese ruby in an open back claw setting with a weight of 1.11 carats, flanked by four rectangular baguette cut diamonds in open back rubover settings with a combined approximate weight of 0.40 carats, to an striking geometric design featuring curving claws and polished edges, a structural open gallery and fancy shape open backholing, leading to raised shoulders and flowing through to a solid flat shank. Marked platinum, indistinct maker's mark, French, circa 1925, accompanied by Carat Gem Lab report #CGL12556D.RING SIZE GUIDE: L&frac12;

Burmese ruby and diamond flanked solitaire ring, French, circa 1925.

This Georgian oak long dresser base was made circa 1780.The Antique oak dresser stands on elegant cabriole legs that finish on pad feet.It is fitted a box drawer each end and a further pair of wider drawers to the centre, all with the original brass swing drop handles.Imagine how wonderful this Georgian oak long dresser base will look in your home.It has so many places where it can be placed and will not only look fantastic but also provide storage.Imagine the thrill of ownership this will give you and the complimentary conversations it will spark with your family and friends.213.5cms wide 84ins53cms deep 20 3/4ins84cms high 33insAll Measurements are approximate, whilst we take care in measuring there may at times be a very slight difference.

Georgian oak long dresser base

Acrylic on boardBoard size: 24 x 36 inchesFramed size: 30.5 x 42.5 inchesSigned lower right

Mountain Monarchs by Mark Chester

19thc. gold and platinum leaf mirrorThis 19thc. gold and platinum leaf mirror was made circa 1830.It has a dramatic pierced cresting of leaves and flowers fixed to the top.The large rectangular frame with sections of platinum leaf and gold leaf running around the frame, that is adorned with other decoration of flowers.Imagine this wonderful mirror in your own home and the enjoyment it will bring as it gets admired by your family and friends.181cms high 71ins102cms wide 40ins5cms deep 2insAll dimensions are approximate, whilst we take as much care as possible, we can be marginally out.&nbsp;DeliveryUK mainland FREE Other destinations please contact us, and we will get a quote. We use a professional Removal company to transport our precious items and do not entrust them to usual parcel services. Therefore, delivery may be 7 -10 days, but it is worth the wait of course.After a few occasions where customers have been disappointed to miss an item as they e-mailed their enquiry instead of phoning, I would recommend that if you wish to get the piece, please call rather than e-mail. We are very friendly and easy to deal withThis 19thc. gold and platinum leaf mirror is a piece of antique furniture that are a very green product and have not affected the environment we live in.We spend time choosing the best product, an antique item that must meet the strict criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock.GuaranteeThis 19thc. gold and platinum leaf mirror carries the Hingstons Antiques product guarantee plate which gives you the peace of mind that any item with this plate, is of the quality and condition expected when purchasing from Hingstons Antiques Limited. All our goods are individually selected by Nick Hingston who uses his experience of over 40 years of trading to select the best items of the best design and condition suitable to be placed in our quality stock.PRICE MATCHING Antiques are unique, and it is impossible to price match in the normal way. Please consider the quality of product, and the care taken in our restoration, before deciding if you are looking at price comparison. When you choose to purchase an item from Hingstons, you will be purchasing a piece that will enhance your home. We spend time choosing the best product, an antique item that must meet the strict criteria to be placed in Hingstons of Wilton stock.Hingstons Distance selling policyPurchases from Hingstons Antiques Ltd give all buyers the right to cancel the purchase within 14 working days after receipt of the item, for a full refund less transport costs, on condition it is returned in the condition it was sent.Payment- We can accept payment by bank transfer, card transaction by phone, or cheque in store for UK customers, please contact us if you are an overseas customerItems remain on sale until payment is received&nbsp;&nbsp;

Antique gilt framed mirror

A rare pair of Asembi 80 mm binoculars by Carl Zeiss Jena, the triple turret has 3 different magnifications, 12, 20 &amp; 40 times, which can changed with the "okularrevolver" mechanism.With original Carl Zeiss tripod.Literature: Zeiss Handfernglaser 1919-1946, Modelle - Merkmale - Mythos, by Hans Seeger. Pages: 547..

Carl Zeiss "Asembi" Binoculars

A rare model of a Kinora monochrome motion picture viewer on folding base. Light oak lens holder and base, with the circular Kinora badge.Circa 1905.The Kinora was an early motion picture device, developed by the French inventors Auguste and Louis Lumi&egrave;re in 1895, and patented in February 1896. The British rights to the Kinora were bought by The British Mutoscope &amp; Biograph Co. in 1898, but the machine was not marketed in the UK until 1902.&nbsp;For a similar viewer see: Science Museum Group Collection: The Kodak Collection at the National Media Museum, Bradford.Height: 25.5 cm - 10 in.Literature: The Kinora: Motion Pictures for the Home, 1896-1914. by Barry Alan Anthony, 1996. Page: 38.

Kinora Viewer

ACHIEVEMENT FOR THE DUKE OF WELLINGTON &pound; 8,400Category &nbsp; Reference 374739 A 19th century oil on canvas of the coat of arms for the Duke of Wellington showing his medals, in original black and gilt frame Height 130.00 cm (51 1/4") Width 130.00 cm (51 1/4") Year c. 1840 Provenance A Lincolnshire collection &nbsp;

Achievement for the Duke of Wellington

A 19th century water colour of the classical ruins in Rome , most likly painted on a grand tour trip in Italy

Water Colour of Rome

Antique wall bracket expertly crafted in walnut with geometric inlays of mother of pearl and exotic hardwoods. Having an architecturally intriguing form with a shelf under the dome.&nbsp;

WALNUT INLAID WITH MOTHER OF PEARL WALL BRACKET, SYRIA, 19TH CENTURY 

Pair of Late 19th Century Terracotta Busts Featuring Orientalist Figures. The female wears a headscarf and a pearl necklace of which some of the beads are missing. The male wears a keffiyeh, a Middle Eastern headdress fashioned from a square scarf. Signed on the inside with the Goldscheider signature.The Goldscheider Manufactory was founded by Friedrich Goldscheider in 1885 and became one of the most influential ceramic manufactories of terracotta, faience and bronze objects in Austria. They won a bronze medal for terracotta pieces at the International Exhibition, in Paris, France in 1889.&nbsp;

PAIR OF ANTIQUE ORIENTALIST TERRACOTTA BUSTS BY FRIEDRICH GOLDSCHEIDER 

A cross between fine and decorative arts in this piece. The Dutch painter Rembrandt van Rijn (1606-1669) was, and still is, so admired that his likeness was painted onto this Old Vienna porcelain vase. This work dates to the 19th century, before 1864 when the Old Vienna factory closed, making pieces such as this cherished. The name Rembrandt inscribed within the gilded frame under the portrait.&nbsp;

REMBRANDT VAN RIJN PORTRAIT ON OLD VIENNA PORCELAIN VASE, 19TH CENTURY

British - Rose Hilton1931-2019Signed &amp; DatedOil on CanvasRose Hilton is an Artist who has been based in Cornwall since 1965. Her painting has a magic, mystical quality that draws you in. The presence of her late husband Roger Hilton is there thanks to the lessons he gave her as he became unwell and bed bound.During this period Rose Hilton learned a great deal from her husband&rsquo;s artistic philosophy, painted sporadically, and developed an interest in Ingres and the work of the modern French School, particularly the intense colour used by Bonnard, Dufy, and Matisse.Her admiration for Matisse was a constant encouragement and inspiration during the 1980&rsquo;s and, in the summer of 1983, she flew out to Russia on holiday to visit the Hermitage and see the Matisse&rsquo;s and other French art in the state collection.Ever willing to expand her knowledge Rose Hilton enrolled for Cecil Collins&rsquo; drawing classes the following year at the Central School of Art. She states that she gained a lot of confidence from these classes and her drawing freed up and moved away from the more formal approach she had until that time.Having said this her work, for me, has reference to Patrick Heron, particularly in her most recent output. Indeed, it seems that in her late years she has become free in her work bringing another dimension to it.A hugely talented painter with a great following. She also teaches at the Newlyn School of Art.

Standing Nude by Rose Hilton 

Pennine Snowfield, 1970Nationality BritishArtist BiographyWilliam Bowyer, RALife 1926-2015Dimensions 83 x 65 cmMedium Watercolour on PaperPrice &pound;450

Pennine Snowfield, 1970 by William Bowyer, RA

A Clichy sulphide of Duke of Wellington on cobalt blue ground Period: 1850 - 1899 Year: 1850

Clichy Sulphide Of Duke Of Wellington On Cobalt Blue Ground

A fantastic vivid antique Caucasian rug known as a Kasim Ushak (Ushag) from southern Caucasus and dating from the turn of the 20th century. &nbsp;In excellent condition and showing original fringes in places, we could tidy up the ends too if required. &nbsp;It is in its original condition, coming from a private country home.Rugs that bear the name Kasim Ushak or Kasim Ushag are quite distinctive in their design with a central design and four bold corner designs varying in colour. &nbsp;These Kasim rugs come from the South Causasus in the Karabagh region of Azerbaijan. &nbsp;Tribal caucasian rug weaving grew in the 2nd half of the 19th century as the commercial market demanded exciting, bold flamboyant pieces for the West. &nbsp;Caucasian rugs and runners have always been collectable for their vivid colours and bold geometric designs.Contact us to request a home visit to arrange a preferred day and time to view this beautiful antique Caucasian rug in your home. &nbsp;We travel all over the UK and Europe showing carpets, rugs and runners in-situ.

Antique Kasim Ushak rug, Southern Caucasus

17th Century &lsquo;Menagerie de Versailles&rsquo; Tapestry - 'Air', from a four piece set, plus entre-f&ecirc;netres depicting the Four Elements. A very rare tapestry dating from 1680-1710, as in total five sets of the four piece elements set were completed before 1673 and a sixth set by 1680. &nbsp;From a private collection this exceptional and breathtaking tapestry has gold and silk thread and is in beautiful condition.The tapestries of the four elements 'Fire, Air, Water and Earth' constitute the first set to be wholly designed and executed at the established Manufacture Royale de Tapisserie des Gobelins. &nbsp;They are based on an allegorical scheme that was initiated by the finance minister and superintendent of the B&acirc;timents, Jean-Baptiste Colbert (1619-1683) and developed between 1663 and 1664 by the members of the Petite Acad&eacute;mie, a group of scholars who had been charged by Colbert with devising programs of propagandistic iconography to celebrate Louis XIV.Please request an appointment at our showroom or in-situ to view this remarkable 17th Century Tapestry up close.

17th Century ‘Menagerie de Versailles’ tapestry - 'Air'

An English Majolica Bread Dish with berry &amp; leaf decoration. Height: 36.83 cm (14 1/2") Width: 30.48 cm (12")Year c 1850 Medium Majolica Country England Condition Slight wear and glaze crazing.

English Antique Majolica Bread Dish

A Pair Coalport porcelain Money tree pattern 13.50" Platters in imari colours with underglaze blue decoration &amp; an impressed mark on the back. (See images) Width: 34.30 cm (13 1/2") Depth: 25.40 cm (10") More Information Period Early C19th Year Circa 1815 Medium Porcelain Country United Kingdom Condition In very good condition

Pair Coalport porcelain Money tree pattern 13.50' Platter

A Superb Centre Table In the Louis XVI Manner Of free standing elliptical form, the mahogany frame richly decorated with finely cast and chased ormolu, and having a thumbnail moulded edge Griotte Pyrenean platform; rising from tapered ormolu foliate cast legs with a conjoining ormolu mounted shaped and swept stretcher dressed with a central garland draped finialed urn, with oblate bun feet in ormolu below; the apron mounted with ormolu circular medallions of females interspersed with ormolu relief panels of frolicking putti, and foliate ormolu mounts to the angles. French, Circa 1870 Dimensions: H: 29.5 in / 75 cm | W: 43 in / 108 cm | D: 28 in / 71 cm

19th Century Ormolu and Marble Top Centre Table

A Fine Centre TableFirmly Attributed to Holland and SonsOf free standing rectangular form, constructed in the manner of the Anglicised Louis XVI taste, using Circassian book matched walnut, tulipwoods, green-stained Sycamore and adorned with fine quality marquetry work, ormolu mounts and a Sevres plaque; rising from tapering legs adorned with ormolu foliate cast sabots, paterae and swags, two drawers in the frieze, interspersed with a Bleu Celeste 'Sevres' plaque painted with putti, with faux counterparts to the obverse, the top with splendid book matched veneers, enclosed within a green stained border, with penwork type engraving in the guard band. Circa 1860Dimensions: H: 29 in / 74 cm | W: 42 in / 107 cm | D: 23 in / 59 cm

19th Century Walnut, Ormolu, and Porcelain Table in the Louis XVI Style

An English c.1740-50 mercury twist drawn trumpet bowl cordial glass. the bowl is engraved with fruiting vine. The stem is composed of four strong mercury threads round a long central tear. The foot has a fabrication fault which looks like a trail of unburnt material was left. The bowl is slightly cloudy. Despite these points, this an imposing glass. Height 17.5 centimetres.

English C.1740-50 Mercury Twist Cordial Glass

An English c.1770 double series opaque twist wine glass with a wide almost cup shaped bowl.The stem is composed of a central solid tube surrounded by double spiral threads. Height 14.2 centimetres.Height: 14.2 cms

English C.1770 Double Series Opaque Twist Wine Glass

A 19th century Gothick (Gothic) gilt bronze hall lantern.English, George IV period, circa 1820-1830.A very smart Georgian antique addition to a hallway, entry or foyer.Measures: H 2&rsquo;3&rdquo; (69 cm) W 12 &frac12;&rdquo; (31 cm) D 12 &frac12;&rdquo; (31 cm)<div>Nb.</div><div>An almost identical late Regency period&nbsp;hexagonal lantern was sold at Christies London for &pound;17,500 on 9th June 2011, lot 201. Dated 1820-1830.</div>

Antique Gothic Gilt Bronze Hall Lantern

Art Deco Colombian emerald and diamond ring. Set to centre with a single octagonal emerald-cut Colombian emerald with no colour enhancement and minor clarity enhancement in an open back claw setting with an approximate weight of 2.00 carats, flanked by two round old cut diamonds in open back rubover settings with an approximate combined weight of 1.00 carats, to an elegant three stone design featuring angular corner claws, an openwork gallery displaying scrolling motifs and shaped open backholing. Tested platinum, indistinct makers mark, French, circa 1925, accompanied by Gemmological Certification Services report #79219-20.

Art Deco Colombian emerald and diamond ring, French, circa 1925.

As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this charming Meiji period 1868-1912 embroidery of a chin dog aside a spray of peacock feathers and by one of the most famous textile company's of the period, the Iida Takashimaya company, the breathtaking and simply captivating detail of the silkwork demonstrates some of the finest possible stitching methods available at that time and not surpassed to this day, the silk picture is cushioned and housed within its original black lacquered wood frame and importantly bearing the original and scarce Iida Takashima factory label to the reverse, an absolute masterpiece from a golden period of textile production, this picture would light up the wall of any room particularly your Japanese themed space, now reavailable for sale.

Japanese Silk Chin Dog by Iida Takashimaya Company

Antique sapphire and diamond ring. Set with a cushion shape old cut natural unenhanced sapphire to centre in an open back rubover millegrain setting with an approximate weight of 3.50 carats, flanked by two round old cut diamonds in open back rubover millegrain settings, with a combined weight of 1.80 carats, &nbsp;surrounded by a cluster of one hundred round eight cut diamonds in open back grain settings with a combined weight of 1.00 carats. The total approximate diamond weight is 2.80 carats, to a three stone design, with a fine millegrain openwork mount composed of stylized scrolls and geometric forms, open backholing and on a tapered shank engraved with foliate motifs. Tested platinum, circa 1905, accompanied by Gem and Pearl Laboratory report #09468.

Antique sapphire and diamond ring, circa 1905. 

Edwardian diamond flanked solitaire ring. Set to centre with a round old cut diamond in an open back claw setting with an approximate weight of 0.50 carats, flanked by six round rose cut diamonds in open back gain settings with a combined weight of 0.06 carats. The total approximate diamond weight is 0.56 carats, to an elegant illusionset solitaire featuring curving claws, an intricately pierced gallery and open backholing, leading to raised shoulders with chenier detail and millegrainedging and flowing through to a solid D-shape shank. Marked 18 carat yellow gold and platinum, numbered '55', English, circa1910.

Edwardian diamond flanked solitaire ring, English, circa 1910

Art Deco aquamarine ring. Centrally set with a rectangular emerald-cut natural unenhanced aquamarine in an open backclaw setting with an approximate weight of 2.50 carats, flanked by six rectangular baguette cut diamonds in open back ruboversettings with a combined approximate weight of 0.90 carats, to a striking stepped design featuring corner claws, a linear openwork collet and geometric open backholing, the slightly raised trumpeting shoulders flowing to a solid D-shape shank. Tested platinum, numbered '365', circa 1925.

Art Deco aquamarine ring, circa 1925.

A very good quality pair of 19th Century carved gilt wood Girondoles, each with Classical Chinese Chippendale style scrolling foliated pagoda decoration40cm wide x 112cm high

Pair 19th Century Chinese Chippendale style carved giltwood girondole

The deep rim Mortar cast with interlaced crosses beneath the lip, the body further cast with scrolling cross design and dated 1668.&nbsp; With contemporary pestle.
Whitechapel, London.&nbsp;
See: M. Finlay &lsquo;English Decorated Mortars and Their Makers&rsquo; 2010,&nbsp;&nbsp;p69, Fig 94.

Charles II Lead Bronze Mortar, by Anthony Bartlet

Late 16th century Italian Renaissance painted deal casket, dated 1593. The casket with raised lid all carved with Cherubs and floral interlace bordered by bold acanthus. The front panel of interlaced Putti and Cherubs above a mask, flanked by the date &lsquo;1593&rsquo; and initials &lsquo;A V&rsquo;. With Caryatid and Atlanta figures to each corner, the ends with Green Man motifs and rear panel with floral interlace incorporating stylised Dragons, all supported on original paw type feet. Retaining traces of original polychrome and gilt, the interior with original liner material.

Italian Renaissance Polychrome and Gilt Casket, dated 1593

A fine quality late 19th Century hand carved and stained Limewood group of a St Bernard dog and her puppies, attributed to Walter Mader of Brienz, Switzerland.26cm WIDE X 15cm DEEP X 10cm HIGH

Small 19th Century Black Forest carved dog group, after Walter Mader.

A fine quality pair of Japanese Meiji period (1868-1912) Cloisonn&eacute; enamel vases, each having a Grey colour ground with wonderful Herons perched on trees with flowers and foliage around them, boarders to the top and bottom of classical motif decoration. Converted to lamps with gilded ormolu bases.16CM DIAMETER X 33CM HIGH

Pair Japanese Meiji period Cloisonne enamel vases / lamps

A very impressive and striking pair of late 19th Century Mahogany, English, Adam style Vert de Maurin marble topped console tables, each with fluted decoration to frieze, raised on square tapering fluted legs and carved motifs to the tops of each.214cm wide x 70cm deep x 88cm high

Pair classical Adam Style marble topped console tables, circa 1900

A fine quality late 19th Century Japanese patinated bronze figure of Hotei, with wonderfuly mixed metal motif inlay to his cloths. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Hotei, in Japanese mythology, one of the Shichi-fuku-jin (&ldquo;Seven Gods of Luck&rdquo;). This popular figure is depicted frequently in contemporary crafts as a cheerful, contented Buddhist monk with a large exposed belly, often accompanied by children. Tradition relates him to a Chinese monk called Pu-tai, who because of his benevolent nature came to be regarded as an incarnation of the bodhisattva (the future Buddha) Maitreya (Miroku in Japanese) but whose large protruding stomach led to his being caricatured as the &ldquo;Laughing Buddha.&rdquo;

Japanese Meiji period Bronze inlaid figure of Hotie.

A very good quality late 19th Century Carrera marble statue of the 'Cupid bound' signed by Denise Delavigne. We have pedestals that this statue could stand on25cm wide x 22cm deep x 69cm high

Marble Sculpture by Denise Delavigne "Cupid Bound" Signed on Base

A fine quality Wedgwood Fairyland Lustre footed bowl by Daisy Makeig-Jones. Wedgewood. Made in England; Z4968 numbered to the base.21cm diameter x 14.5cm high

Wedgewood Fairyland Lusta bowl, by Daisy Makeig-Jones.

The Candlesticks are modelled in a Rococo design attributed to the greatest British silversmith, Paul De Lamerie. &nbsp;Each is cast and stands on a shaped, stepped, base decorated with Rococo shells and foliate designs. &nbsp;The sunken, circular, well is engraved with a contemporary Crest. &nbsp;The baluster shaped column is also chased with shell details and foliate motifs, as well as arrow head designs on the incuse central section. &nbsp;The removable nozzles are attractively shaped, and are also decorated underneath with cascading shells, a feature which we had not previously seen. &nbsp;All four candlesticks are in exceptional condition and are very well marked. &nbsp;Work by Smith &amp; Merryweather is extremely rare and they were working from premises at 1, Westmorland Court, Falcon Square, London, when these pieces were made. &nbsp;The quality of design and production is outstanding and their innovative design makes quite a statement on the table.Height: 8.2 inches, 20.5 cm.Base Diameter: 5.3 inches, 13.25 cm.Weight: 80oz, the set.

After Paul De Lamerie. An Exceptional Set of Four George IV Cast Rococo Revival Candlesticks Made in London in 1824 by Timothy Smith & Thomas Merryweather.

This exceptional piece stands on a circular, stepped, spreading foot decorated with a gadrooned band. &nbsp;The main body is also of a circular form and rises to an everted gadrooned rim. &nbsp;Each side displays an angular side handle, attached to the main body with acanthus foliate mouldings. &nbsp;The domed cover terminates in a cast leaf capped, crossed branch, finial which sits on a circular platform base, with corded edge. &nbsp;The Tureen is in excellent condition and is fully marked on the foot and on the edge of the cover. &nbsp;The front is very finely engraved with a full Armorial, surrounded by a finely executed cartouche of tied drapery mantling.The Armorial is that of Hervey impaling Arkwright specifically for George Henry William Hervey, the son of the Rt Reverend Lord Arthur Charles Hervey, Bishop of Bath and Wells, and one of the grandsons of the 1st Marquess of Bristol. &nbsp;He married Emma Arkwright, daughter of William Arkwright of Sutton Scarsdale, Derbyshire. &nbsp;An image of a print of Sutton Scarsdale is shown, in addition to a photograph of the entrance hall circa 1900, from the Country Life archives.The tree in the impalement on the Armorial is actually a cotton tree with a bee in the chief for industry, and are the arms granted to Sir Richard Arkwright, the great entrepreneur, inventor and pioneer of industrialisation of cotton spinning.Height: 13 inches, 32.5 cm.Length, handle to handle: 16.5 inches, 41.25 cm.

An Exceptional George III Soup Tureen Made in London in 1802 by William Stroud

The Salt Cellars stand on a square pedestal foot which rises to a boat shaped body, with reeded rim. &nbsp;The front of the main body is engraved with a contemporary Crest. &nbsp;Each piece has two reeded loop handles, with an unusual oval beaded moulding at the top. &nbsp;The interiors are finely gilded and each piece is very well marked in the foot. &nbsp;Work by Peter Podio is scarce, and is always of the finest quality. &nbsp;It would appear that the beaded moulding on the handles were peculiar to the workshops of Podio and is also seen on sauce tureens and jugs.Length: 5.5 inches, 13.75 cm.Width: 2.25 inches, 5.63 cm.Height, to the top of the handles: 3 inches, 7.5 cm.Weight: 20oz, the pair.

Peter Podio. A Very Unusual Set of Four George III Salt Cellars Made in London in 1799 by Peter Podio.

The Dishes are modelled in an unusual smaller size and each is oval in form with a gadrooned rim, however each end displays an unusual raying shell motif, which can be used for carrying. &nbsp;The borders are engraved with a contemporary Armorial, with Coronet above and Motto below, all surrounded by a cartouche of drapery mantling. &nbsp;Each dish is very well marked and is also engraved with its weight and number within the dinner service.The Armorial is that of Hill impaling Fitzgerald under an Earl's Coronet for Wills Hills (1718-1793), as 1st Earl of Hillsborough. &nbsp;This was his primary title from 1751 until 1789, when he was granted the Marquessate of Downshire. &nbsp;He married Lady Margarette Fitzgerald, daughter of Robert Fitzgerald, 19th Earl of Kildare.Downshire was an important political figure, serving as Secretary of State during the premiership of Grenville, Chatham, Grafton and Lord North. &nbsp;He steadfastly opposed any concessions to the colonists during the American War of Independence. &nbsp;He was a loyal "King's Friend" and his prolific acquistion of peerage titles was notorious. &nbsp;His seat was the beautiful Hillsborough Castle, which is now the official residence in Northern Ireland of Her Majesty the Queen.Peter Archambo II &amp; John Meure were exceptional silversmiths and Archambo was apprentice to the most famous of British Silversmiths, this being Paul De Lamerie.Length: 12.1 inches, 30.25 cm &amp; Width: 8.55 inches, 21.38 cm.Weight: 42oz, the pair.

The Hillsborough Castle Serving Dishes - an Unusual Pair of George II Serving Dishes Made in London in 1751 by Peter Archambo II & John Meure

The Basket is of a large size and stands on four very unusual cast lion mask feet and displays a cast apron, pierced and chased with rocaille and foliate scrolls, Rococo shell details, in addition to female masks with plumes above. &nbsp;The large deep bowl is pierced with geometric scroll work, quatrefoil motifs and fan designs. &nbsp;The cast and applied rim displays crisp fruiting vines, scrolls and Rococo shells. &nbsp;The hinged central swing handle is centred by a vacant asymmetric shield and issues from very detailed cast dolphin head mouldings. &nbsp;The handle is also decorated with scale work chasing to simulate the body of the dolphin and leaf capping. &nbsp;The centre of the bowl is engraved with the lozenge shaped Armorial of a Lady surrounded by a shell and foliate spray cartouche. &nbsp;The Basket is in exceptional condition and is fully marked on the base. &nbsp;Samuel Herbert and Company were exceptionally fine pierced workers during this period and produced some of the finest baskets and epergnes of the day. &nbsp;They had workshops in Foster Lane, London, when this piece was made.The Armorial is that of Barnardiston impaling Jennens, for Mary, daughter of Richard Jennens of Princethorpe, Warwickshire. &nbsp;She married Arthur Barnardiston of Brightwell Hall, Suffolk, on 21st July 1732 at St. James's. Piccadilly, as his second wife. &nbsp;Arthur Barnardiston died in April 1737 and was buried at Brightwell. &nbsp;She died in May 1788 and was interred with her husband. &nbsp;Arthur Barnardiston (1685-1737) had come from a wealthy family of merchants and succeeded to the Brightwell estates in 1712, acquired by his uncle, Sir Samuel Barnardiston, 1st Baronet (1620-1707).In 1773 Mary Barnardiston inherited Weston Hall estates from her brother Richard Jennens and made many additions to the house during her lifetime. &nbsp;The estates were inherited, in 1788, by her only surviving daughter, Elizabeth, who had married Richard Heber of Marton Hall, County Yorkshire. &nbsp;The famous Sitwell family were descendants of Mary Barnardiston and Sir Sacheverell Sitwell lived at Weston Hall from 1925 until his death in 1988. &nbsp;The Sitwells ( Edith Sitwell, Osbert Sitwell and Sacheverell Sitwell) were three siblings who formed a very famous identifiable literary and artistic clique around themselves in London in the period roughly 1916-1930. &nbsp;This was marked by some well publicised events, notibly Edith's facade with music by William Walton, with its public dubut in 1923. &nbsp;All three Sitwells wrote and their circle was considered a rival to Bloomsbury. &nbsp;Images are shown of the Sitwell family painted by John Singer Sargent in 1900, in addition to a portrait of Mary Barnardiston, whose Armorial is engraved in the bowl of the basket. &nbsp;A photograph of Weston Hall is also attached.Length: 14.25 inches, 35.63 cm.Width: 12 inches, 30 cm.Height to the rim: 4 inches, 10 cm.Height, to the top of the basket: 12 inches, 30cm.Weight: 58oz.

The Weston Hall Bread/fruit Basket. An Exceptional George II Rococo Bread/fruit Basket Made in London in 1752 by Samuel Herbert & Company.

A beautiful Art Deco sculpture of a dancer from Circa 1930 signed DENIS, &nbsp;from the foundry workshop of "Max le Verrier Paris".The sculpture in silver patina art cast-bronze features the dancer with outstretched arms holding a scarf in a ballet pose and raised on a square black marble stepped plinth.The sculpture is listed as a "Naked dancer to the scarf", model No. 936, at the catalogue Raisonn&eacute; of Max le Verrier workshop. Signed DENIS, sculptor (presumed pseudonym of Marcel Bouraine) &nbsp; This high-quality hot cast solid bronze was produced using the traditional "lost wax" process, otherwise known as the "cire perdue" method. &nbsp; This is a splendid bronze sculpture and it will no doubt become the centrepiece of your Art Deco collection.Dimensions in cm: Height 29 x Width 10 x Depth 22Dimensions in inches: Height 11 inches x Width 4 inches x Depth 9 inches

Antique Art Deco Bronze Sculpture of a Dancer Max le Verrier Paris C1930

This is a fabulous set of twelve antique English Regency Bar Back dining chairs, Circa 1830 in date. The set comprises twelve chairs masterfully crafted in beautiful solid flame mahogany. They each have elegant scroll carved bar backs with fan splats &nbsp;raised on stylish foliate carved sabre legs, with stuff over removable drop in seats that have been reupholstered in a sumptuous rose pink velvet fabric.Transform the fine dining experience in your home with this antique set of dining chairs fit for a king.Dimensions in cm: Height 87 x Width 46 x Depth 44Dimensions in inches: Height 2 foot, 10 inches x Width 1 foot, 6 inches x Depth 1 foot, 5 inches

Antique Set 12 Regency Bar Back Dining Chairs C1830 19th C

This is a beautiful Antique silvered and gilt on copper French jewellery casket, &nbsp;signed AB Paris and Circa 1880 in date.Of rectangular form this wonderful casket is of very high quality and features the lid and sides decorated with relief cast scenic panels depicting figures at leisure in a landscape.The interior is lined in quilted padded crimson silk, and this exquisite casket could house anything from trinkets to jewellery.&nbsp; &nbsp; Whatever you choose to store in this lovely item you are sure to do it in style.Dimensions in cm: Height 11 x Width 15 x Depth 10Dimensions in inches: Height 4 inches x Width 6 inches x Depth 4 inches

Antique French Silvered & Gilt Jewellery Casket Box AB Paris 19th C

This is a stunning antique French louis XV Revival Vernis Martin display cabinet, circa 1880 in date.The cabinet feature a shaped top with &nbsp;impressive ornate ormolu mounts, the body is serpentine shaped with a glazed ormolu mounted door that features a fantastic Vernis Martin hand painted panel of a courting couple, with the two side panels depicting country scenes.The interior is lined with the rich original pink fabric which beautifully complements the cabinet. Complete with original working lock and key. It is very rare to find such an exquisite cabinet and it is sure to attract a lot of attention from your guests.&nbsp;Dimensions in cm: Height 170 x Width 85 x Depth 43Dimensions in inches: Height 5 foot, 7 inches x Width 2 foot, 9 inches x Depth 1 foot, 5 inches

Antique French Vernis Martin Vitrine Display Cabinet 19th C

This is a beautiful and distinctive antique French Gentlemans ebonised opera cane walking stick with the exquisite silver watch fashioned into the handle, dating from Circa 1880.The watch having a decorative silvered dial and cylinder escapement. The hinged circular glass lid opens to reveal elegant Roman numerals and splendid chased floral decoration against a textured silver background. The watch handle is directly mounted onto a very fine ebonised tempering shaft with its original brass ferrule. &nbsp; It is a lovely item and as such would be appreciated by any collector of walking sticks or canes.Complete with original key.Dimensions in cm: Height 90 x Width 4 x Depth 4Dimensions in inches: Height 2 foot, 11 inches x Width 2 inches x Depth 2 inches

Antique French Silver & Ebonised Watch Opera Cane Walking Stick 19th C

An outstanding gilt bronze-mounted tulipwood, kingwood and sycamore parquetry breakfronted breche violet marble topped commode, in French Transitional style dating to the late 19th century / early 20th century.
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French circa 1880-1900.
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Of superb quality, having the most wonderful colour one and of the best breche violette marble tops we have had in a while.&nbsp;
The break-fronted breche violet marble top above three frieze drawers inlaid with guilloche and paterae, above two long drawers inlaid with a patera-filled geometric trellis and an apron mount to the lower drawer, within blind-fluted curved front corners having gilt bronze mounted swagged and imbricated oak leaf-cast chutes, raised on cabriole legs headed by trailing mounts on lion paw cast feet.
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A very finely inlaid commode most probably Parisian made, of excellent colour and proportions.

Late 19Th C French Gilt Bronze Mounted Tulipwood And Kingwood Marble Topped Commode

A rare and finely constructed circular satinwood centre table most probably by Henry Thomas Peters of Genoa.&nbsp; Italy Circa 1830.&nbsp; The circular tilt top having a finely chosen cuts of book-matched West Indian satinwood veneer with a rosewood banded and moulded edge over a splayed in-curved quatroform base, terminating on four acanthus carved scrolled rosewood lions paw feet raised on brass castors.&nbsp; A very fine table with wide cuts of satinwood which would have been extremely expensive in the early 19th Century. Inspired by the French Empire design as viewed through the lens of English Regency, in particular the designs of Thomas Hope of 1807, along with the construction all point to Henry Thomas Peters being the maker, active in Genova around 1820 to 1850, being one of the leading cabinet makers of the period obtaining the title of &lsquo;cabinetmaker of his Majesty&rsquo;.&nbsp; Henry Thomas Peters&rsquo; English antecedents remain obscure although he probably began his career in England. However, he is not listed in Beard and Gilbert&rsquo;s Dictionary of English Furniture Makers 1660-1840. He arrived in Genoa in circa 1817, and by 1824 had established a workshop in Via Balbi, a neighbourhood in which the Royal Palace and other noble residences were located; today some of his works are preserved in the Palazzo Rosso, Genoa and were probably bequests from the various aristocratic families for whom he worked, including the Brignole Sale family.&nbsp; Peters was appointed by the Court of Savoy and produced furniture for their palaces in Turin, Genoa and Racconigi including the Palazzo Reale. Notably, in 1841, furniture for the wedding of Prince Vittorio Emanuele. In 1846, Peters and his extensive workshop won the silver medal at the Esposizione dei Prodotti e delle Manifatture Nazionali. &nbsp;As pointed out Peters was famed for producing furniture with the technical accuracy typical of English but adapted to the late Italian Empire style.A set of six Italian Giltwood Chairs by Peters realised a sum of &pound;93,750 at Christies London sale 22nd March 2017 Lot 443.&nbsp; This is a fine and rare table which would grace any home or collection.&nbsp; Dimensions&nbsp;Diameter 130cmHeight 75cm&nbsp;Width: 51 inches - 130cm Height: 29 1/2 inches - 75cm Depth: 51 inches - 130cm

Rare 19th Century Peters Of Genoa Satinwood & Rosewood Centre Table.

Extremely well cast and rare gilt and patinated Grand Tour bronze rhyton with chimera rams / lions head.&nbsp;&nbsp; French circa 1825.&nbsp; The rhyton, of cornucopia form, being black patinated bronze with the head, foliage and rim gilt and partially polished. The horn being supported by gilt scrolled acanthus leaf and intwined by trailing foliage with an egg and dart rim, the rhyton head resembling a rams / lion head raised on a stepped rectangular patinated base with decorative gilt detailed mould.&nbsp;

Early 19th Century Gilt and Patinated Bronze Rhyton With Chimera Rams Head

mounted Architectural twin door cabinets in the manner of Andre Arbus.French circa 1940.Each cabinet having boarded tops, above a pair of crossbanded doors with rectangular segmented and matched veneers, with inlaid brass stringing. Each right hand door having a raised mould to the edge with conforming mirrored groove to the left door enabling the doors to close securely flush when locked. When opened each cabinet reveals an interior storage space with three later adjustable shelves. Raised on a shaped and moulded apron with a brass clad moulding and tapering legs, the knopped surmounts with clasp shaped reeded mounts and terminating on brass feet.These cabinets would have most defiantly been commission made as are seemingly a one off. Of superior quality and design the cabinets share many elements found in the work of Andre Arbus.&nbsp;With research it is has not been possible to find a close matching comparative but examples are rare to the market and rarer still in a pair. Without provenance it is hard to include a firm attribution to Arbus but the many design details and superior all quality point to Andre Arbus&rsquo;s work, possibly a collaboration with a fellow maker&hellip;.research continues.&nbsp;As noted above it is extremely rare to find a pair of cabinets of this design and quality.&nbsp;&nbsp;About Andre Arbus (1903-1969)Andr&eacute; Arbus was a decorator, furniture designer, architect and sculptor. Born in 1903 in Toulouse, France, he went on to work in his father&rsquo;s cabinet-making firm after graduating from the prestigious Ecole des Beaux Arts.While Arbus was not himself a cabinet maker, he was interested in form and in good design. He believed in designing furniture that was comfortable and a perfect fit for the human form. His work changed the direction of his father&rsquo;s firm, as Andr&eacute; designed furniture that was in opposition to the firm&rsquo;s preferred style, which was very traditional and derivative of 18th century France. Andr&eacute;&rsquo;s furniture was inspired by the Classicism of the French Empire, but his pieces are of much stronger and more dramatic proportions. Like many of his contemporaries, he also favoured luxurious materials, such as fine and rare wood veneers, lacquer, parchment, and vellum.Andr&eacute; showed his work for the first time at the 1926 Paris Salons, and shortly after, was asked by the Parisian gallery L&rsquo;Epoque to exhibit his work with them. In 1932, Arbus left Toulouse for Paris. The opening of his own gallery, in 1935, was a major milestone in the designer&rsquo;s career. The gallery, located on the prestigious Avenue Matignon, drew many wealthy and influential people who soon became his faithful clients. They admired his luxurious and distinctive but under-stated designs. During this time, he also collaborated with numerous artists. Perhaps the most important was the Russian immigr&eacute; Vadim Androussov (1895-1975), a gifted sculptpr, whose sculpted decoration in wood, gesso, and bronze added drama and elegance to Arbus&rsquo;s already beautiful designs. These collaborations would lead to the creation of furniture which was elevated to the status of art.Arbus made a name for himself during the late1930&rsquo;s and through the 1940&rsquo;s, decades that provided us with some of the most impressive talents in the French decorative arts, such as Leleu, Adnet, Poillerat, and Dupre-Lafon, to name just a few. F&eacute;lix Marcilhac, a well-known expert in Paris in the field of early 20th century decorative arts, referred to Arbus as "one of the most inventive interior designers of the period." This period is defined by a renewed interest in the Neo- classical style seen through the eyes of modern masters, of whom Arbus was the leader. The fondness for French Neo-Classical design during the war is not surprising - people wanted something fresh, but also something comforting and familiar.Throughout his illustrious career, Arbus won numerous awards. One of his first awards was the Premier Prix Blumenthal in 1934. This was a very prestigious prize, named after Florence Meyer Blumenthal (through the Franco-American Florence Blumenthal Foundation), which awarded young French artists with a monetary stipend. Other artists who received this award were Edouard Vuillard, Aristide Maillol, Paul Signac, and Auguste Perret. This was an important honour for a young artist in the beginning of his career.Like his colleagues, Arbus lent a hand to the decors of luxury ocean liners. Both the Jean-Laborder and the Provence, cruise ships, were outfitted with his furniture. Amongst his commissions, there is one in particular that deserves special notice. In 1950, he built a jewel cabinet for the then Princess Elizabeth of England. One of his last projects was for the Chapelle Saint-Augustin d&rsquo;Eguilles, a chapel in Provence completed in in1964.Andr&eacute; Arbus participated in the 1939 World&rsquo;s Fair in the US, designing the French sections at the Expo in New York and in San Francisco. A recipient of numerous industry awards, he was also chosen as the head of the &Eacute;cole Nationale Sup&eacute;rieure des Arts D&eacute;coratifs in 1951. Many of his pieces were chosen by the French government to be in the Mobilier National. The designer remained active until his death in 1969.

A Rare Pair of French Mahogany and Brass Mounted Cabinets Andre Arbus.

Jean Roy&egrave;re adjustable Iron standing Floor LampFrance Paris circa 1940&rsquo;sIn wonderful original condition by one of the most sought after mid 20th century French furniture and interior designers Jean Roy&egrave;re (1902-1981).&nbsp;The shaped arm is adjustable at five points allowing to user to create different lighting moods, supported by an iron stem with wrapped metal details to the top and middle conforming with the tripod base united by wrapped metal.A wonderful example of the vision and use of material by Royere.&nbsp; Retaining its original patina and wiring to show authenticity, we can happily rewire and pat test on request, the shade cover has been carefully replaced so still to retain the original frame.

Jean Royère Adjustable Iron Floor Lamp 1940

A vintage lucite tortoise tray with chrome inset border. Wear consistent with age and use.23.5"w x 16"d x 1"h

Vintage lucite tortoise tray

Honeycomb Linen Pillow with down fill by Aandaz, 20x20

Honeycomb Linen Pillow, 20x20

A pair of oak Italian side chairs with carved back and arms and cane seating. Original finish and cane and a custom cushion would complete the look. Minor wear in the cane. 15" seat height.29"h x 22.5"w x 21"d

Pair Italian Armchairs

Set of Four Mid-Century Modern Curved Iron Mesh Bench with Arched Legs by Salterini&nbsp;Repainted and wear consistent with age and use.Each bench measures 10"h x 16"d x 45"w

Set of Four Mid-Century Modern Curved Iron Mesh Bench with Arched Legs by Salterini

New York City Department of Parks and Recreation Chess Table and Pair of StoolsOwn a piece of iconic New York. A New York City Department of Parks and Recreation Chess Table and Pair of Stools. These chess tables and stools have been found in New York parks for decades and are an important part of the history of dedicated public spaces in New York. Made of composite stone, this late 20th-century table and chairs are sturdy and have a lovely patina. The tabletop lifts off for easy transport.Table: 32"w x 32"d x 31"hStools: 16"dia x 17"h

New York City Department of Parks and Recreation Chess Table and Pair of Stools

English porcelain pattern 731 Bowl decorated with floral sprays &amp; gilding&nbsp; Dimensions:Diameter16.51 cm / 6 "Period c 1825 Year c 1825 Medium Porcelain Country England

English Porcelain Pattern 731 Floral & Gilt Bowl

English porcelain pattern 731 Creamer decorated with floral sprays &amp; gilding&nbsp; &nbsp; Year c 1825 Medium Porcelain Country English

English Porcelain Pattern 731 Gilt & Floral Creamer

A large Antique Spode stone china Stew Tureen &amp; Lid richly decorated. Dimensions:Height19.05 cm / 7 " Width35.56 cm / 14 " Depth26.67 cm / 10 "Year c 1825 Medium Stone China Country England &nbsp;

Antique Spode Stone China Stew Tureen & Lid

A pair of Antique stoneware Baskets &amp; lids possibly Hackwood with blue applied decoration. Dimensions:Height13.335 cm / 5 " Width12.7 cm / 5 "Year c 1825 Medium Stoneware Country England

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