Furniture

Exceptional items star as Bonhams’ oak sales face the challenge of reduced space and lots

This William and Mary walnut marquetry cabinet, right, was recently bought by an international museum for a mid six- figure sum.

Through surviving examples of Charles II beadwork, it is possible to catch a glimpse of the splendid colours of Stuart England.

Folksy 18th and 19th century vernacular lighting retains a strong following.

An imposing sight on the stand of London furniture dealer Godson & Coles, this early 18th century japanned bureau cabinet sold for a six-figure sum at the BADA 2017 fair.

The next Decorative Antiques & Textiles Fair runs from April 4-9 in London’s Battersea Park. The second of three fairs to take place in the Battersea Evolution Marquee, it follows a successful January edition.

Brothers Ben and Harry Tucker have given new meaning to the term ‘war cabinet’.

Furniture takes a rare top spot despite numerous and varied delights at Dorchester auction

Bonhams will conduct the first of a new format flagship sale next month.

Coinciding with Hong Kong sales in March, Sotheby’s is holding a selling exhibition of mid-century European furniture in its Hong Kong gallery from March 20-26.

Having produced the Antique Furniture Index since 1968, expert and author John Andrews has, at the age of 80, decided to end his annual audit of the trade.