MATTHEW COLES
ANTIQUES
MISCELLANOUS
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This stunning two seat sofa is constructed with an Ebonised frame featuring inlaid Burr Walnut panels and Ormolu mounts with spherical beading. This popular style came about in the 1880's, rebelling against the traditional Victorian furniture. This stylish sofa will require re-upholstering and there is a small amount of beading missing. Circa 1880
This stunning two seat sofa is constructed with an Ebonised frame featuring inlaid Burr Walnut panels and Ormolu mounts with spherical beading. This popular style came about in the 1880's, rebelling against the traditional Victorian furniture. This stylish sofa will require re-upholstering and there is a small amount of beading missing. Circa 1880
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An unusual Oak coffer featuring chequered inlaid lines surrounding three panels. The ends comprise of two panels, the lid made up of three planks. In original colour, (many coffers being re-polished!) the inlay dates this item to around 1690's. The condition is super, commensurate with is age, some inlay missing. The hinges, although early are most probably replacements. Lock missing. Structurally sound with a good base and legs.
An unusual Oak coffer featuring chequered inlaid lines surrounding three panels. The ends comprise of two panels, the lid made up of three planks. In original colour, (many coffers being re-polished!) the inlay dates this item to around 1690's. The condition is super, commensurate with is age, some inlay missing. The hinges, although early are most probably replacements. Lock missing. Structurally sound with a good base and legs.
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C.1860/ 1890 £499
C.1860/ 1890 £499
C.1860/ 1890 £499
C.1860/ 1890 £499
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A Bretby art pottery large art nouveau stick stand decorated with red, yellow and green glazes, with the usual slight chippings seen in the photos. Wonderful colours, a truly lovely item in the art nouveau style with lion motifs. Dating from the Art Nouveau period, the condition of this antique stick stand is very good with the chippings at the bottom and one slight chip on the top.
A Bretby art pottery large art nouveau stick stand decorated with red, yellow and green glazes, with the usual slight chippings seen in the photos. Wonderful colours, a truly lovely item in the art nouveau style with lion motifs. Dating from the Art Nouveau period, the condition of this antique stick stand is very good with the chippings at the bottom and one slight chip on the top.
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This is a stunning boulle desk writing slope 1810-1825. Andre Boulle 1642-1732, perfected the art of inlay with brass, tortoiseshell on ebony. This slope features ebonised body, rosewood interior and a bronze edging. The top lid lifts up to reveal a letter rack, the main flap reveals the writing slope. All brass inlay is present, the overall condition is good. The cloth writing surface is original but will need replacing, also there is no key. Largely, this desk is in original/untouched c
This is a stunning boulle desk writing slope 1810-1825. Andre Boulle 1642-1732, perfected the art of inlay with brass, tortoiseshell on ebony. This slope features ebonised body, rosewood interior and a bronze edging. The top lid lifts up to reveal a letter rack, the main flap reveals the writing slope. All brass inlay is present, the overall condition is good. The cloth writing surface is original but will need replacing, also there is no key. Largely, this desk is in original/untouched c
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This is a wonderful carved statue of an angel. The main body has been carved one piece with attached wings from solid oak. Standing at 65cm, at its tallest it is surprisingly heavy.
This is a wonderful carved statue of an angel. The main body has been carved one piece with attached wings from solid oak. Standing at 65cm, at its tallest it is surprisingly heavy.
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19th Century Black Forest Carved Bear Coat Stand. This late nineteenth century coat stand originating from the Black Forest. Carved in the manner of a tree with two bears, the mother at the base and her cub climbing upwards. The outset branches form arms for hats and coats to be hung. Very finely carved with lovely details including the glass eyes and teeth. A lovely creation bearing all of the quality of traditional Black Forest. Both bears have lovely glass eyes.
19th Century Black Forest Carved Bear Coat Stand. This late nineteenth century coat stand originating from the Black Forest. Carved in the manner of a tree with two bears, the mother at the base and her cub climbing upwards. The outset branches form arms for hats and coats to be hung. Very finely carved with lovely details including the glass eyes and teeth. A lovely creation bearing all of the quality of traditional Black Forest. Both bears have lovely glass eyes.
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This 18th Century Georgian antique settle has been finished in original scumble varnish, but we believe to be in part elm underneath. It is constructed with a 5 panel back, which is flared at the back base for stability. It is constructed with a 5 panel back, still in its original form, with upturned elbow holds.
This 18th Century Georgian antique settle has been finished in original scumble varnish, but we believe to be in part elm underneath. It is constructed with a 5 panel back, which is flared at the back base for stability. It is constructed with a 5 panel back, still in its original form, with upturned elbow holds.
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This rocking horse is mounted on a cradle base and features painted decorative designs. This large rocking horse most probably was designed for decorative use only. Dating around 1930/50s(estimate). Condition: Good with No Damage
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This rocking horse is mounted on a cradle base and features painted decorative designs. This large rocking horse most probably was designed for decorative use only. Dating around 1930/50s(estimate). Condition: Good with No Damage
This rocking horse is mounted on a cradle base and features painted decorative designs. This large rocking horse most probably was designed for decorative use only. Dating around 1930/50s(estimate). Condition: Good with No Damage
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This unusual stool features a padded cushion top and bottom and a single drawer. Most probably used for sewing use, this stool is extensively inlaid on all sides including drawer, (some inlay missing) featuring Griffins. Age: Circa 1750
This unusual stool features a padded cushion top and bottom and a single drawer. Most probably used for sewing use, this stool is extensively inlaid on all sides including drawer, (some inlay missing) featuring Griffins. Age: Circa 1750
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Each rest is in the form of Cow Horns made from Ivory, the body is of a round base of Silver, Stamped Silver passant, Crown for Sheffield, makers mark JD&S and finally date letter F on Three rests and unusually one has date letter D. 1896-1898. In superb condition complete with the original leather case lined in Velvet and Silk.
Each rest is in the form of Cow Horns made from Ivory, the body is of a round base of Silver, Stamped Silver passant, Crown for Sheffield, makers mark JD&S and finally date letter F on Three rests and unusually one has date letter D. 1896-1898. In superb condition complete with the original leather case lined in Velvet and Silk.
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London 1975 £250
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London 1975 £250
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The large end and middle section is of a ornamental design combining scrolling curved of rococo patterns. In Two sections, the silver marks are Lion passant, Panthers head for London and date letter Q. We believe to be 1871 (however debated 1931). The makers mark worn. It comes complete with original Velvet/Silk lined case. In wonderful condition.
The large end and middle section is of a ornamental design combining scrolling curved of rococo patterns. In Two sections, the silver marks are Lion passant, Panthers head for London and date letter Q. We believe to be 1871 (however debated 1931). The makers mark worn. It comes complete with original Velvet/Silk lined case. In wonderful condition.
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SOLD An early Asian Cupboard, believed to be 18th century (or earlier) later addition to base. Crudely constructed from Hardwood with Prison style panelled doors, each bar attached by strap hinges. Probably Indian, this cupboard being 5'10 high and is very heavy! Some decorative beading around front edge, this solid cupboard is in good condition. Age: Circa 1740's
SOLD An early Asian Cupboard, believed to be 18th century (or earlier) later addition to base. Crudely constructed from Hardwood with Prison style panelled doors, each bar attached by strap hinges. Probably Indian, this cupboard being 5'10 high and is very heavy! Some decorative beading around front edge, this solid cupboard is in good condition. Age: Circa 1740's
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'Beautiful' is probably a good description of this gem! featuring, on one side, a painting of a graceful maiden by a fountain, the remaining sides in a vibrant dark blue and smothered in fabulous delicate gilding with raised dots. The lid features similar gilding with a gilded knob. in superb condition, circa 1880, this is a magnificent cabinet piece.
'Beautiful' is probably a good description of this gem! featuring, on one side, a painting of a graceful maiden by a fountain, the remaining sides in a vibrant dark blue and smothered in fabulous delicate gilding with raised dots. The lid features similar gilding with a gilded knob. in superb condition, circa 1880, this is a magnificent cabinet piece.
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