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The Craft of Philip Clissett: England’s Celebrated Rush-Seated Chairs

By Mark Johnson on Mar 12, 2026

Discover the craftsmanship behind a Philip Clissett Arts & Crafts rush-seat armchair, a beautiful example of traditional Herefordshire chairmaking circa 1890.

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Antique Marble Pedestals: Why Verd Antique Columns Became Victorian Interior Icons

By Mark Johnson on Mar 10, 2026

Discover why Victorian marble pedestal columns remain timeless interior features and how Verd Antique marble became one of the most decorative stones used.

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Antique Austrian Walnut Blanket Chest c.1870–1890: Alpine Craftsmanship and Enduring Design

By Mark Johnson on Mar 06, 2026

Explore the history and craftsmanship behind a late 19th century Austrian walnut blanket chest and the Alpine furniture traditions that shaped its enduring design.

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The Quiet Power of the Modernist Wooden Female Nude

By Mark Johnson on Feb 26, 2026

An exploration of the mid century modernist wooden female nude sculpture — its form, craftsmanship, and quiet sculptural presence.

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Vintage Uzbek Suzani Kilims: Silk Road Colour, Symbolic Motifs & Timeless Interior Style

By Mark Johnson on Feb 05, 2026

Discover vintage Uzbek Suzani kilims, their symbolic motifs and bold Silk Road colour, plus styling ideas for floors or statement wall hangings.

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William Gerrard and the Victorian ‘Gypsy’ Cricket Table: Portable Craftsmanship from the New Forest

By Mark Johnson on Feb 02, 2026

A look at William Gerrard’s Victorian gypsy cricket tables, exploring their design, craftsmanship, and enduring appeal in modern interiors.

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The Regency Candlestand: Light, Craftsmanship, and Quiet Ingenuity

By Mark Johnson on Jan 31, 2026

An exploration of the Regency candlestand — its purpose, materials, and refined engineering — through a rare walnut example with thoughtful period detail.

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A Monumental Moroccan Berber Flatweave and the Language of Scale

By Mark Johnson on Jan 20, 2026

A rare Moroccan Berber flatweave reveals how scale, craft, and domestic use shaped timeless tribal textiles from the Middle Atlas.

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Antique Coffee Tables: Styles, Periods, Materials & How to Choose the Right One

By Mark Johnson on Dec 23, 2025

Discover antique coffee tables, from sculptural statement pieces to traditional designs, with expert insight into styles, materials, and how to choose well.

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Chinese Apothecary-Style Cabinets: History, Calligraphy and the Art of Multi-Drawer Storage

By Mark Johnson on Dec 21, 2025

An early 1900s Chinese apothecary-style cabinet with 57 drawers, hand-painted calligraphy and rich patina, combining cultural meaning with practical design.

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French Painted Commodes Circa 1800: Neoclassical Design and Rare Drawer Configurations

By Mark Johnson on Dec 20, 2025

A refined French provincial painted commode dating to around 1800, distinguished by its unusual central deep drawer, original hand-painted decoration, and beautifully aged painted surface.

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An Industrial Swivel Stool, Circa 1950

By Mark Johnson on Dec 19, 2025

A genuine circa 1950 industrial swivel stool with elm seat, adjustable height, and original patina — an honest survivor of the post-war industrial era.

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