Antiques
Antique English Silver Rococo Tea & Coffee Set 1884
US$4,753.28 This is a rare and exquisite four piece antique silver four piece tea & coffee set with hallmarks for the celebrated silversmith Charles Boyton, London, 1884. This is a truly exquisite set with fabulous and beautiful top quality embossed decoration. Each piece is same date and maker. Condition: In excellent condition with no dings or dents, please see photos for confirmation of condition. Dimensions in cm: Height 25 - Height is of coffee pot Weight 67 troy oz - Weight is all 4 pieces Dimensions in inches: Height 10 inches - Height is of coffee pot - Weight is all 4 pieces Charles Boyton was a well known silversmith who was apprenticed in 1807 to William Seaman, Hull's Street, St. Luke's. He registered his first hallmark in London Assay Office in 1825. The workshop was active at 12 Europia Place, moving in 1830 to Wellington Street, St. Luke's. Further marks were entered in 1830, 1833, 1834 and 1838. From c.1849 the firm operated at Northampton Square, Clerkenwell (c. 1849-1904) under the management of Charles Boyton II (son of the founder, died 1899) and Charles Holman Boyton (grandson, died 1904). In 1894 the business changed its title to Charles Boyton & Son and in 1919 to Charles Boyton & Son Ltd. In the last period Charles Boyton (III) (son of C.H. Boyton) acted as governing director and the firm was active as wholesale manufacturer of silver and electroplate. The firm encountered economic difficulties and in 1933 a new company was created, entitled Charles Boyton & Son Ltd (active at Wardour Street from 1936 until 1977). In 1934 Charles Boyton (III) left the firm and opened his own business at 114 Marylebone Lane with retail premises at 98 Wigmore Street. His production in Art Deco style was engraved with a facsimile...
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Napoleon Bronze After Alfred Boucher
US$435.16 This is an imposing bronze sculpture of the great Emperor Napoleon. This high quality hot cast bronze is made from the lost wax process and bears the replica signature of the famous sculptor Alfred Boucher. The attention to detail is absolutely fantastic and the sculpture, set on an attractive marble base, is extremely lifelike. Condition: In excellent condition, please...
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Vintage Regency Dining Table 7ft Round Mahogany
US$7,698.97 A beautiful Regency style dining table. I bought this fabulous table from one of the beautiful conference rooms at Rothschild Bank in the City of London when they were having their renovations. It dates from the last quarter of the 20th Century, is of fabulous quality and is in excellent condition. It is also highly desirable to have large...
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Antique French Secretaire Abattant c.1880
US$4,083.80 This is an antique French ebonised and brass inlaid Secretaire a Abattant, in Louis XV style, circa 1880. This fabulous piece has beautiful Mother of Pearl, rosewood and brass marquetry decoration with fabulous ormolu handles and mounts. The secretaire interior features the fall enclosing three ebonised and brass inlaid drawers and a rosewood shelf with a coral colured velvet...
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Fabulous Set of 4 Empire Style Mahogany Armchairs
US$8,502.34 This is a beautiful set of four solid mahogany armchairs in the fabulous Empire style. The mahogany is beautiful in colour and has been embellished with striking ormolu mounts typical of the era. They have been upholstered in a fabulous burgundy and gold patterned damask which gives the chairs their Regal look. This fabulous set would also be ideal...
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Stunning 7ft Regency Flame Mahogany Jupe Dining Table
US$7,029.50 This beautiful flame mahogany Regency style 'Jupe' dining table can seat eight people in great comfort and can accomodate ten when required. The flame mahogany veneers on the top have been arranged so as to give a sunburst effect and it is finished off by the elegant crossbanding on the outside edge. The table is very solid as there...
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Antique Regency Pier Glass Mirror Gilded c.1820
US$1,673.69 This is an early 19th Century Regency pier glass mirror with gilded frame. The frieze is decorated with putti leaning on a sheaf of corn, with barley ears and thistles on either side. The plate below with ebonised slips is flanked by leaf mounted pilasters. This is a very decorative item which will look amazing in any room. Condition:...
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Antique Dutch Mahogany Cabinet on Chest c.1780
US$4,485.49 This is an antique Dutch flame mahogany cabinet on chest, circa 1780 in date. It has been accomplished in flame mahogany, it has ormolu handles embossed with lions, and decorative ormolu escutcheons and mounts. The two panelled doors have been masterfully hand carved with swags and urns, have ormolu mounted Corinthian half columns on the outside edges, and the...
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Grand Set 12 English Regency Dining Chairs Bar Back
US$5,021.07 This is an absolutely fantastic English-made set of twelve Vintage Regency style dining chairs. These chairs have been masterfully crafted in beautiful solid flame mahogany throughout and the finish and attention to detail on display are truly breathtaking. The set comprises ten side chairs and a pair of armchairs, all of which feature an attractive bar back design and...
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Antique French Writing Table Desk Bureau Plat c.1870
US$7,698.97 This is a gorgeous antique French walnut, sycamore and ebonised bureau plat in the Louis XVI manner, circa 1870 in date. The desk has a serpentine top with a striking ormolu floral and foliate edge and rococo ormolu foliate corner mounts. The inset writing surface in antiqued green leather has a lovely gold toooled border and the leather is...
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Art Deco Style Nude Female Bronze on Onyx Base
US$394.99 This is an Art Deco style bronze of a nude female. The bronze lady is gilded, and she stands against a plant with a dove at the bottom. She stands on a lovely onyx base. This high quality hot cast solid bronze was produced using the traditional "lost wax" process, otherwise known as the "cire perdue" method. This bronze...
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Antique Art Deco Burr Walnut Occasional Table c.1920
US$569.05 This is an antique burr walnut occasional table circa 1920 in date. This stylish and interesting piece features classic minimalist Art Deco contours. The grain of the burr walnut is truly fantastic and the design is chic, elegant, and minimalist - all in one. The table would make a lovely addition to any minimalistic interiors. Condition: Excellent original condition...
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Antique Art Deco Walnut Dining Table & 6 Chairs c.1920
US$7,029.50 This is a truly breathtaking antique Art Deco burr walnut dining set comprising a dining table with the matching set of six dining chairs, circa 1920 in date. The dining table is raised on twin pedestal stands and the grain of the burr walnut is truly breathtaking. The chairs have been reupholstered in fabulous white leather with red piping...
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