An exciting new project this month has been the development of a new ‘Photography’ section to our website. These are all taken by up and coming young photographer Giorgio Giussani. Italian born Giorgio, who lives in London has been for many years involved in various areas of design, but is increasingly developing his talent for [...]
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Today is the day! : The long awaited ‘Masterpiece’ fair, which in part takes over the old Grosvenor House Antiques fair but will become so much more. In their own words: . . .
‘Masterpiece London is set to be one of the most exciting international events to occur in the capital for years. Representing an [...]
An Italian walnut bureau cabinet comprising three lower drawers, a fall front writing compartment and cabinet above with the original mercury glass. . .
c.1790. . .
Measures: 182cm high x 63cm wide x 40cm deep
Pair Of Mughal, double endend 22kt gold, chalcedony & emerald cufflinks. . .
20th Century
A wonderful pair of ancient stalagmite clusters.(from the Greek stalagma meaning “drop” or “drip”). . .
Measure: 40cm high x 39cm wide (largest)
A French water gilded and decorated mirror with a stylised bow cartouche. . .
c.1890. . .
Measures: 64cm high x 44cm wide
A large pair of French wall applique in fer forge of high quality by Raymond Subes. . .
c.1935. . .
Measure: 64cm high x 34cm wide
Raymond Subes c.1891-1970
Raymond Subes is one of the most renowned French metalworkers of the Art Deco period. His notoriety as an ironworker is practically equal to that of Edgar Brandt. Former [...]
It is time again for the Pimlico Road Association summer party! Once again, London’s most stylish street opens its doors after 6pm and welcomes everyone to come along and see what is current and as a thank you to customers old and new. Most of the shops take part and make a huge effort to [...]
A large French three branch wall applique by La Maison Bagues of Paris of typical foliate form in silver leaf and faux rock crystal. . .
c.1940. . .
Measures: 64cm high x 35cm wide x 26cm deep
A set of four Italian wall lights, comprising a single leaf in murano glass with a collage of coloured glass on the inside. With brass fittings, they are signed by the artist. . .
c.1960. . .
Measure: 36cm high x 21cm wide x 18cm deep
An unusual French gilt bronze four light chandelier with glass shades by Marius-Ernest Sabino (1878-1961). The frame consists of two stylised birds. . .
c.1920. . .
Measures: 60cm high x 50cm wide
A large and impressive pair of English silver chandeliers. Of six branches with fine detailing throughout. . .
c.1860. . .
Measure: 1 meter high x 110cm wide
A pair of Italian wall lights by Fontana Arte. Consisting of a concave disk with pale blue edges and a twin branch light fitting in gilt brass and glass resembling horn. . .
c.1950
Measure: 30cm high x 21cm wide
Today sees the start of the biggest and busiest gathering of Antique and Fine Art Dealers in the UK at the Olympia exhibition hall. June has traditionally always been the busiest month for us all and certainly this years summer fair at Olympia is showing no sign of slowing down. The fair has been slightly [...]
An Italian sofa by the designer Domenico (Ico) Parisi (1916-1996). Of rounded form with a scalloped back and on patinated brass legs. . .
Newly upholstered in a blue/grey velvet with grey silk cord trimming. . .
c.1955
Measure: 155cm wide x 89 high (back) x 52cm high (seat) x 86cm deep
A pair of Italian armchairs by the Milanese architect and designer Marco Zanuso (c1916-2001). On brass splayed legs with coral enamel, the frames of these architectural chairs are fashioned out of metal and are of good heavy construction. They are currently in their original fabric and are ready for re-upholstery. . .
c.1958. . .
Measure: 79cm [...]
An Italian sofa by the Milanese architect and designer Marco Zanuso (c1916-2001). On brass splayed legs with coral enamel, the frames of these architectural chairs are fashioned out of metal and are of good heavy construction. They are currently in their original fabric and are ready for re-upholstery. . .
c.1958. . .
Measure: 150cm wide x [...]
Today (Thursday 3rd June) sees the opening of the annual West London Penman fine art and antique fair in Kensington Town Hall. . .
Like the fair held in Chelsea Town Hall, this smaller fair can easily be overlooked and overshadowed but is worth a visit. This year there are nearly 60 exhibitors with a wonderfully [...]