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Early 19th Century flame mahogany bowfront chest

Rob Frost — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 11:08:32 +0000

Early 19th Century flame mahogany bowfront chest of drawers of nice proportions, having a lovely figured top with a reeded moulded edge above a selection of two short over two long mahogany lined drawers with decorative brass plate handles, shaped apron and supported on splay feet. Circa 1820.

Early 19th Century mahogany bowfront chest

Rob Frost — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 11:05:51 +0000

Early 19th Century mahogany bowfront chest of drawers, having a nice figured crossbanded top with a moulded edge above a selection of two short over three graduated long drawers with brass engraved ring handles, supported on splay feet. Circa 1810.

18th Century walnut bureau

Rob Frost — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 13:47:29 +0000

18th Century walnut bureau inlaid with herringbone, having a wonderful figured fall opening to reveal a lovely fitted interior, with various drawers, compartments and a well, the bureau having a combination of two short over two long oak lined drawers with brass plate handles and escutcheons, double D moulding, brass carrying handles on each side, standing on bold turned feet. Circa 1750.

Near pair 19th Century inlaid mahogany bedside tables

Rob Frost — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 13:19:10 +0000

A near pair of 19th Century inlaid mahogany bedside tables, having nice figured tops with a shaped frieze below with decorated with fan inlay at the centre, the middle tier having a frieze drawer with the original brass ring handles and further decorative inlay, standing on square legs united by a shaped shelf. Circa 1870.

Pair early 19th Century rosewood cabinets

Rob Frost — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 13:17:10 +0000

A pair of early 19th Century rosewood cabinets / bookcases, the rectangular tops with a stepped moulded edge above a large single door with decorative brass grills in each panel with a cream fabric behind, opening to reveal two shelves in each cabinet, supported on a plinth base. Circa 1830. In fabulous condition and having a nice rich warm colour.

Early 20th Century chinoiserie marble top cabinet

Rob Frost — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 10:48:56 +0000

A highly decorative early 20th Century chinoiserie marble top cabinet / bookcase of superb quality, having the original veined green and shaped marble top above a central door opening to reveal a red lacquered interior with two adjustable shelves, the door front in the chinoiserie style depicting a Chinese country side scene incorporating various figures, cranes and floral decoration, either side of the door are decorative ebonised and gilt lion monopodia columns, either side of the central door having a red lacquered interior with two adjustable shelves with ebonised and gilt turned columns either side, the ends of the cabinet having further chinoiserie decoration, the bottom of the cabinet having gilt moulding and supported on ebonised turned feet. Fabulous quality and in superb condition. Circa 1920.

18th Century oak coffer

Rob Frost — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 10:46:31 +0000

Early 18th Century oak coffer with the hinged three panelled top opening to reveal a large compartment space, having a two panelled front, panelled sides, standing on square legs. This coffer has a lovely warm oak colour. Circa 1720.

A large early 20th Century mahogany four pedestal dining table

Rob Frost — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 14:56:43 +0000

A large and impressive early 20th Century mahogany four pedestal dining table of exceptional quality, extending to just under 15 1/2 ‘ long, which can seat a comfortable 16-18 people, the moulded rounded rectangular top incorporating three additional leaves and having a wonderful figured top raised on decorative turned columns with splay legs, terminating on decorative brass lion paw cap and castors. Fabulous quality and having a lovely warm mahogany colour. Circa 1920.

Early 20th Century burr walnut cocktail cabinet

Rob Frost — Fri, 13 Mar 2026 14:30:16 +0000

Early 20th Century burr walnut cocktail / drinks cabinet in the Queen Anne style, the top having a carved pediment above two doors having lovely figured burr walnut veneers and a highly decorative brass lock plate and strap hinges, the doors opening to reveal a mirrored back, two glass shelves and a large compartment space, at the bottom there is a large glass shelf with a pull out mirrored slide below, there are two shelves on the inside of each door. The bottom section having two conforming doors which open to reveal further compartment space with a shelf and a single drawer on the right side, supported on carved cabriole legs with a carved shaped apron. Circa 1930.

Early 19th Century Chinese cast iron temple bath with script

Rob Frost — Fri, 06 Mar 2026 14:00:25 +0000

An early 19th Century Chinese cast iron temple bath from the Qing dynasty (1644–1912) Featuring repoussé lotus motifs and floral designs along the sides, having the original four cast iron ring handles and standing on decorative mythical creature feet. These vessels were typically used as water baths or ritual troughs in Buddhist or Taoist temples. The lotus petal border (visible around the base of the handle) is a classic symbol of purity in these traditions.

On one side of the bath there is an inscription of the Chinese reign mark which indicates the specific year it was purportedly made which states “19th year of the Qianlong Emperor’s reign” which corresponds to the year 1754 (The Qianlong Period (1736–1795): This era is considered a “golden age” for Chinese craftsmanship)

A beautiful aesthetic piece for the interior of a home or for in the garden or on a terrace. Circa 1840.