Furniture, Works of Art and Clocks

Our October sale features some exciting objects from the world of decorative arts. One of the highlights is lot 106, a rare needlework embroidered double casket, a wonderful survivor from the 17^th century. Even earlier in date is lot 305,  a rare Fars engraved brass bowl which dates to the 14^th century. Lot 237 is a rare early 18^th century wax bust of King James II carved in the manner of David Le Marchand. Highlights from the furniture section include: a writing desk by François Linke, a very good George II Irish chair and our front cover piece, a large and impressive early 19^th century giltwood overmantel mirror beautifully carved with plumes of feathers and lion’s masks. The sale also features collections of walking canes and model boats.