May 27, 2009

Transition Style Chair , Armchair & Bergere Stamped Bovo



Antique Bovo Chair , Armchair and Bergere Transition Style

Antique Reproduction Chair in "transition" style stamped Bovo


Dimensions: 92 H *52 W * 46 D cm
Seat height: 45 cm
Original: Private collection in Paris


This Transition Style chair is of a superior quality and shows, without any doubt, that it was associated with other elements such as couches, fire-screens and footstools.

Antique Reproduction Armchair in "transition" style stamped Bovo


Dimensions: 91 H * 59 W * 51 D cm

Seat height: 42 cm

Original: Private collection Paris

Integrated in the rare and beautiful cabriolet suite of the "transition" era, this very nice armchair exposes the same design, at one time with curved lines, at another time with straight lines of a style that skillfully reconciliates the extremes and embellishments of classical motifs hereby giving them grace and balance.

Antique Reproduction Bergere in "transition" style stamped Bovo


Dimensions: 91 H * 63 W * 55 D cm

Seat Height: 43 cm

Private collection in Paris

This remarkable bergère that is part of a suite stamped BOVO, combines the audacity of converging curves of the end of the XV style to the more discreet straightness of an early, more classical Louis XVI style.

This happy communion gives an irresistable charm to this very well balanced work.

Remarkable is the rare particularity of upholstery of the sides only on the outside of the armrests. This exceptional detail of this antique furniture reproduction can also be found on another bergère of the same author, however, less inventive, in the castle auvergnat d'Aulteribe (national historical monument of France) .

The bold curves of the Louis XV Armchair elements are balanced by the straight shafted Louis XVI Chair legs and an almost straight horizontal rail . The ensemble is ornamented with neo-classical motifs : acanthus leaves, pearls, intertwining leaves, leaved legs, fluting, rails with laurel and fruit designs, rosettes in the shape of a sunflower.

Each element of this almost gracile suite shows an undeniable balance, an extraordinary grace and a not often seen mastership of style.

May 25, 2009

Antique Rococo Chair



Antique Furniture Rococo Chair


Dimensions : 103 h x 55 w x 51.5 d cm.

During the Rococo period, furniture was lighthearted. The idea of Rococo furniture had evolved to a symbol of status and took on a role in comfort and versatility. Furniture could be easily moved around for gatherings, and many specialized forms came to be such as the fauteuil chair, the voyeuse chair, and the antique bergere en gondola. Changes in design of these french chairs ranges from cushioned detached arms, lengthening of the cushioned back and a loose seat cushion

The tendency towards Rocaille carving and the Regence Chair taste reigning in Europe due to the influence of the antique french furniture high style can be seen in the carving of the rails, but this very french chair is totally loyal to the magnificent french style which makes it so up-to-date. The legs, carved with claws, are superb . In its tapestry upholstered version, the additional comfort makes the carving slightly less noticeable on this great comfortable chair.

May 23, 2009

Art Deco Style Tout Ankh Amon Tabouret



Antique Tout Ankh Amon Tabouret Style Art Deco


With this type of Antique Furniture Reproduction Besides several patinas' styles, several colors are proposed as well as a French polisch finition for some models.

these models are delivered upholstered with the patina.The upholstery and the cane work ( Antique Cane Bed) are realised according to old methods.

May 18, 2009

Antique French Desk Napoleon Style





Antique French Furniture Desk Napoleon Style


circa 1875

France

Dimensions of antique french desk : H: 29 inches D: 28 inches L: 59 inches

Description

Antique French Napoleon III hand-painted occasional Antique writing table with a painted faux stone top and faux drawers with brass and bronze hardware this sytle is different from Antique Louis XV Desk . This table is in good original condition and has an interesting rustic feel to it. There is some chipping in the paint along the edges

May 14, 2009

Antique Cabriolet Armchair



Antique Cabriolet Armchair Louis XVI Style By Jean Baptiste Sene


Circa 1780.

Dimensions of Antique Cabriolet Armchair : 92 h x 62 w x 52 d cm.

Antique ArmChair height : 41 cm.

This Antique Cabriolet Armchair enchantingly beautiful armchair of the Louis XVI era is the manifestation of the talent of Jean-Baptiste Sené, who, like his congenerates Boulard, Jacob and to a lesser extent Tillard, has been able to propose this grace bordering to Mannerism, however, tempered by the force of the simple and pure lines.

The rich décor please also view antique Italian Living room, culminating in a laurel crown, runs via measured lines and is superbly drawn : “rais de coeur”, acanthus leaves, laurel, spirals and other decorations come together to create a virtuous concert. Without, however, reminding us of the heavy and artificial pompousness of the Versailles court like antique table and always remaining a harmonious chair that is certain of its beauty.

One can without hesitation classify this chair among the delicate and luxurious chairs like antique italian chair of its time.

May 10, 2009

Antique Louis XVI Musician Chair



Antique Louis XVI Musician Lyre Chair


circa 1785.

Antique Louis XVI Musician chair en cabriolet with lyre motif,

Dimensions of Louis XVI Musician Chair : 90 h x 42 w x 42 d cm.

Original : Belgian provincial chateau.

The narrow Louis XVI Musician Chair dimensions make this charming, comfortable French chair with the lyre motif on the back remind one of musicians chairs. This Antique Armchair Furniture can be a bonus for certain furniture arrangements. The wide, deep moulding, the square tapered legs and a certain charming naivety in the carving are reminiscent of a model from the South of France, although we can find vintage french chairs in this vein in both Paris and the provinces.

May 5, 2009

Shiraz Carpet is A Type of Iran Persian Rug





Antique Shiraz Iranian carpet


Iran circa 1940

Measurements of Antique Shiraz Iranian carpet :H: 61 inches L: 79 inches

Description

This Antique Shiraz Iranian carpet is a type of Reproduction Antique Persian rug made in the villages around the city of Shiraz. The designs of Shiraz Carpet tend to come from settled tribal weavers so they mimic Qashqai, Khamseh, Afshar, Abadeh and Luri designs. Since the weavers use fixed looms the rugs tend to be larger and often coarser then their tribal counterparts. Shiraz rugs are not often very finely knotted, both Qashqai and Abadeh have a finer knot. Shiraz utilize the Persian (asymmetrical) knot. The design of Shiraz carpets is geometric, sometimes featuring a pole medallion in the center. Shiraz carpets use red and brown colors and often use diamond-shaped lozenges as the primary motif. Borders often have smaller bands around a larger band with palm and pine leaf designs. These rugs are Antique Reproduction Furniture made from very strong wool, clipped a medium height, using a wool warp and weft. This means they are not always completely straight. Being handmade, this is to be expected and not necessarily a fault in the rug. This Antique Furniture rug is relatively square and in original unrestored condition, there are no holes but some wear on the fringe .

May 2, 2009

Vintage English Fireplace






Antique Vintage English Fireplace


England , circa 1930

Measurements of Vintage English Fireplace : H: 24 inches D: 9 inches L: 17 inches

Description

This Vintage English Fireplace is ingenious device originally sat inside a mock fireplace and was designed to give the simulation of real, hot fire coals with the mere flip of a switch. Not only does it cast a rich, "warm" glow, it also adds stylish interest at any time of year with the detailed brass fire box and copper reflector, The maker's mark reads: "Made by Belling & Co. London England Electrical Cooking & Heating Apparatus". This Vintage English Fireplace is in original condition, see detailed photos above.