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Folk art coffers, chests, and storage pieces

By Mark Johnson on Sep 22, 2024

In the 18th century, chests and coffers were essential household items, primarily used for storing valuables, clothing, and linens...

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Mahogany & Brass Surveyor's Tripod Stand Now A Standard Lamp

By Mark Johnson on Sep 19, 2024

Today, this tripod stand has been repurposed into a stylish standard lamp, bringing a new and distinguished role to this historic piece. 

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Wrought Iron Pine Console Table

By Mark Johnson on Sep 16, 2024

The rustic old worktop edges have been finished with a lipped beaded edge detail and has a wonderful patination and wear across the surface. 

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Carved Oak Hall, Console Or Side Table - Late 19th Century

By Mark Johnson on Sep 13, 2024

When you consider the level of work gone in to this larger than normal piece, you would have to wonder why you would buy a modern mass produced piece of furniture.

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A Treasure to Behold: A Jeweled Hope, Marriage Chest

By Mark Johnson on Sep 10, 2024

This is undoubtedly one of the most exquisite chests I’ve encountered. Likely crafted as a dowry, often referred to as a hope chest or marriage chest, this piece is a marvel of design and craftsmanship. 

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Round Convex Mirror With A Detailed Carved Frame - 19th Century

By Mark Johnson on Sep 10, 2024

The frame’s age is beautifully evident, with a patinated gilt finish that adds a touch of timeless charm. 

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Unfinished or half finished art? A different take on art...

By Mark Johnson on Sep 08, 2024

Step into the mind of the artist and see their vision come to life in a partially completed masterpiece.

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Burr Walnut & Marquetry Round Side Table Circa 1860-1890

By Mark Johnson on Sep 07, 2024

An artisan’s masterpiece, this table immediately captures attention with its extraordinary craftsmanship and intricate details. Elegantly round and versatile, this 19th-century carved tripod table features ...

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Edwardian Bathroom Towel Rail With Lots Of Detail

By Mark Johnson on Sep 07, 2024

Beautifully crafted Edwardian barley twist bathroom towel rail. This piece is a great size, featuring three rails with elegant, splayed branches and a ball detail connecting the top rail to the tapered colum...

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Vintage Pine Cupboard With Single Door

By Mark Johnson on Sep 04, 2024

Lovely colour, waxed, has the skirting plinth to the base, flat plain panel to the front, and picture beading trim around the door frame.

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Waterfall shelves with a little barley twist! Walnut - Circa 1890-1910

By Mark Johnson on Sep 01, 2024

A Decorative Walnut Étagère (Whatnot) elegantly crafted with barley twist supports and gracefully curved waterfall tiers. 

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Hand Blown Cranberry Glass With Tear Drop Detailing

By Mark Johnson on Aug 31, 2024

Hand-blown cranberry glass, celebrated for its rich ruby-red hue, has a captivating history that blends artistry, science, and commerce. This particular piece is hand-blown and retains the original pontil ma...

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