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Category Archives: Antiques

10304 - 18th Century Mahogany Carver after Thomas Chippendale
15 Sep
Antiques

Where We Rest: The Many Forms and Fashions of Our Elegant Chairs

The chair is arguably the simplest and most useful piece of furniture. Its form has varied widely throughout history and cultures; sometimes it...

09 Sep
Antiques

Nolan to Neoclassical: A Movie Revives Interest in a Seminal Style

Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’ has sparked a new wave of curiosity about Homeric epic and all things Classical, sending audiences back to the...

04 Sep
Antiques

At Home with Neoclassicism at O’Sullivan Antiques

The Neoclassical art movement that developed from the mid-18th century represented a rebellion against the ornate Baroque and Rococo styles that preceded it,...

26 Aug
Antiques, News

The Gilded Edge: A Brief History of Gilt Framed Paintings and Mirrors

From a symbol of wealth and status, to serving as a bridge between craftsmanship and architecture, gilded frames of paintings and mirrors have...

11 Aug
Antiques, News

The Delightful Spectacle of Georgian Metamorphic Furniture

The Industrial Revolution fostered a profound and enduring public fascination with the mechanical innovations of the era. Such rapid innovation during the 18th...

06 Aug
Antiques, News

The Charming Presence of Putti Through the Ages

Putti, also referred to as cherubs or cupids, are enchanting symbols within the western art canon. Their presence spans from the earliest forms...

31 Jul
Antiques, News

Exquisite Chimney Pieces Throughout the Centuries

The chimney piece (sometimes refered to as fire surround) evolved from simple smoke hoods to elaborately decorated marble beauties showcasing the finest craftsmanship....

17 Jul
Antiques, News

The Enduring Appeal of Lion Motifs in Antiques

The lion has been one of the most enduring symbols in art and design for centuries. Representing strength, authority, protection and nobility, it...

10 Jul
Antiques, News

Iconic Garden Monuments Throughout the Centuries

Classical garden monuments have long been associated with grand estates and formal gardens. Often regarded as symbols of wealth, education, and refined taste,...

and London
02 Jul
Antiques, News

Early 19th Century Lyre-Fronted Library Chairs after Gillows of Lancaster

Today, we are pleased to present one of our proudest pieces, this fine pair of early 19th century Regency ‘lyre’ fronted library chairs....

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