Library Accessories
A pair of Classical Composers' Bookends
A vintage pair of French cast and brass-patinated composite stone Classical composers' bookends, one with a bust of Richard Wagner, the other with a bust of Giuseppe Verdi. Both standing on their original timber plinths. A The rear of the busts is signed C. Gazzo. Area of Paris, circa 1950. ..
$320 $240
$320 $240
A pair of French 'Bergère en Gondole' Armchairs
A pair of large sized 19th century French Louis XVI style 'Bergères en Gondole' tub armchairs, the solid beechwood frames decorated with finely carved mouldings and with restrained Neoclassical haut relief-carved decorations. These armchairs are very comfortable to sit in. Area of Paris, circa 1880...
$3,800 $2,850
$3,800 $2,850
A pair of Louis XVI Armchairs
A pair of fine, early 20th century French Louis XVI style carved, painted and parcel-gilt Fauteuil armchairs of understated, Parisian elegance. Retaining their original and nicely worn ivory colour painted finish, with gilt highlights. The armchairs are covered in burgundy brocade, which is in usable condition. Please note the restrained Classical proportions and the masculine character of these c..
$1,400 $1,050
$1,400 $1,050
A fine pair of Louis XVI Armchairs
A fine pair of French Napoleon III period, Louis XVI style solid walnut Fauteuil armchairs of understated elegance, decorated with carved Neoclassical motifs including haut-relief 'paterae' and 'continuous-ribbon mouldings, standing on turned, tapering and fluted legs. Please note the good width and the wonderful and fine Classical proportions of these armchairs. Area of Paris, circa 1870...
$2,600
$2,600
A French Provincial Chair/ Stepladder
A practical and solidly-built, folding French Provincial solid beechwood chair that folds into a library-stepladder. This chair is hinged at the level of the seat, and when unfolded, it becomes a useful and sturdy stepladder. Area of Normandy, circa 1930...
$850 $637.50
$850 $637.50
A French Provincial Chair/ Stepladder
A folding French Provincial solid beechwood chair that folds into a library-stepladder. This chair is hinged at the level of the seat, and when unfolded, it becomes a useful and sturdy stepladder. Area of Normandy, circa 1930...
$850 $637.50
$850 $637.50
A French Provincial Chair/ Stepladder
A practical and solidly-built, folding French Provincial solid beechwood chair/ library-stepladder from the area of Northern France. This sturdy chair is hinged at the level of the seat, and when unfolded, it becomes a useful stepladder. Area of Picardie, circa 1900...
$850 $637.50
$850 $637.50
A Classic 'Millefiori' Paperweight
An early 20th century French hand-made glass paperweight from the 'Verrerie de la Bresle' glassworks in Northern Normandy, of classic multicoloured "millefiori" design. Unique in its design, and of high quality. Area of Normandy, France, circa 1930...
$120 $90
$120 $90
A French Folding Stepladder
An early 20th century French folding 'escabeau', a tall solid beechwood stepladder for use in a library or in a shop. Despite its lightweight construction, this stepladder is firm and safe, and can take considerable weight. France, circa 1930...
$850 $637.50
$850 $637.50
