Callie Hollenden

 

Callie Hollenden

 

 

 

  

 

Smart, sophisticated country house interiors.

18th & 19th century English & European furniture, mirrors & lighting.

 

 

 

 

Callie Hollenden

 

 

 

 



Judy Fox Antiques

Judy Fox Antiques

Judy Fox Antiques has been trading at No.81 Portobello Road since 1971. We deal in top quality Victorian and Edwardian furniture as well as decorative 19th century sculpture and objets d'art. The majority of our extensive stock has been sympathetically restored and is, therefore, in showroom condition. We have a large international clientele, both private and trade, and export to all parts of the world. As members of both LAPADA and The Portobello Antique dealers Association, we are happy to deal with all enquiries. The shop and warehouses opposite are open six days a week.

Judy Fox Antiques

La Place Antiques

 

 

La Place Antiques

 

 

La Place is a emporium of beautiful sourced antiques from the 17th Century through to the 20th Century. We source for interior designers and private collectors. La Place offer a interior design service working with architects and private residencies.We have a wonderful stock of the finest French and Swedish Furniture plus some very rare Garden and Decorative Statues.Our work has been featured in some of the worlds finest interior magazines Elle Country Sunday Times and Cote Quest.

 

 

 

La Place Antiques

 

 



French Loft

 

 

French Loft

 

 

 

Rowland realised his was an unusual enthusiasm for 6am starts to scour the antique fairs and French markets - he is a buyer at heart and he has a great eye for outstanding and creative finds. French Loft, the name given to the interior design, furniture and home goods business, is based in an old brewery building, in a quiet street a stones throw from Arundel medieval castle. The chosen objects which fill the warehouse are a personification of Rowland's taste - the faded French 19th Century armoires, Marie therese chandeliers, and the reupholstered Louis XVI style chairs. Rowland does things in a fantastically unsnobbish way and his approach to design is very levelheaded. It's never about the latest thing, but where beauty and utility are intrinsic to objects you like to see, touch and use everyday.

 

 

 

http://interiorboutiques.com/en/french-loft

 

 



Harmony Antiques

 

 

Harmony Antiques



 

In an unlikely position, tucked away behind the Co-Op in Arundel, are the remains of the old historic Swallow Brewery. disused for many years, the Old Brewery Buildings now houses three antiques businesses, collectively known as The Old Brewery Antiques Warehouses. Harmony Antiques, situated in the centre of the three businesses, was established in 2009 and offers an interesting mix of Antiques and Vintage items, including furniture for interiors and gardens, lighting, mirrors, paintings, statuary for inside and out, and quirky one-off objects. Harmony Antiques sell internationally, to the trade and interior designers, as well as locals and visitors to the town, both from the showrooms, and an ever- increasing on line presence. Business owner Steve Lawrence is constantly on buying trips to ensure a new selection to showcase as the stock changes constantly. Visit the Storefront via our website to see our current stock. We also look forward to meeting you in person in Arundel.

 

 

http://interiorboutiques.com/en/harmony-antiques

 

 



Arundel Eccentrics

 

Arundel Eccentrics

 

 

Arundel Eccentrics are a husband and wife team with an interesting,eclectic collection of English and French decorative antiques. Their company has been in Arundel for almost 20 years. Now their large showroom is based in the last remaining buildings of the 19th century Swallow Brewery hidden away down a little side street in the town. (Just behind Arundel's Co-op) one minutes walk from Arundel High Street. Well.... 30 seconds if you're a fast walker. Apart from their beautiful decorative original furniture and accessories and extremely competitive prices what gives them a different edge? Their one off quirky decoupage pieces. Nass and Brenda source English 19th century bamboo and chests plus vintage pots and boxes that are slightly down at heel. They restore, paint and decorate using 19th century images in the form of decoupage. Their chests of drawers with fish, shells or botanicals and English Victorian bamboo are sought after by interior designers and have featured in both national and international interiors magazines. They also have a collection of their decorative antiques on the 4th floor of Liberty in London. Open Friday Saturday and Sunday 10-4 Other times by chance or appointment. Trade welcome any time just call.

 

 

http://interiorboutiques.com/en/arundel-eccentrics

 

 



Anton & K Decorative Antiques and Interiors

 

Anton & K

 

 

 

Anton & K Decorative Antiques and Interiors are based in there new warehouse near the historic Cotswold town of Winchcombe Gloucestershire, our new warehouse is situated at Unit 5 Elms Farm Gretton GL54 5HQ Owned and run by Karen and Anthony Cull who are solely involved with collecting and sourcing Swedish decorative antiques and French Decorative Antiques for discerning private buyers, interior designers and trade antique dealers Our emphasis is on 18th to 20th Century Swedish Decorative Antiques and French Decorative Antiques including Swedish Chest of drawers, Gustavian Commodes,French Decorative Antiques ,Painted Antiques, including Antique lighting, stoneware, Antique , foxed mirrors, and one-off decorative antique pieces, all with our trademark style of faded grandeur and the beauty of imperfection which we source with passion and in keeping with latest design trends We travel distances throughout the UK and Europe to source the best examples of French, Swedish and Continental decorative antiques so our stock is ever changing We have developed a solid core base of customers and interior designers so our stock changes regularly which makes it worth checking our latest items. Also, please join our mailing list for regular updates on any items that interest you.

 



 

http://interiorboutiques.com/en/anton-k

 



Marchand Antiques

 

 

Marchand Antiques

 

 

Marchand Antiques has been established since 1994. The business was founded by Mark Lock, who is responsible for sourcing the stock from all over the British Isles and Europe, mainly sourcing from Sweden, Denmark, France and Italy. Marchand is a true family business and Mark is assisted by his wife Jacqueline, who heads up the sales team aided by Fiona, and their daughter Francesca, who looks after the IT and photography. Even Mark's father Vic looks after deliveries and collections. In Marchand's early days the business started in the classic way, by Mark operating as a runner, trading from his van. This soon flourished, and Mark took a space in Alfie's antique market to house the ever increasing stock. In the early days the core of the business was the London and overseas trade, but that rapidly expanded to include discerning private buyers and internationally renowned interior decorators, along with an increasing list of celebrity clients, who appreciate the discreet and reliable service. Marchand now have a large warehouse on the outskirts of the picturesque town of Arundel in West Sussex, which is viewable by appointment. Marchand stocks a wide variety of antiques, covering all the decorating styles and periods. We have stock from the 16th century through to the 20th century, including items in many styles including antique country furniture in oak and walnut, antique French and Swedish painted furniture, industrial, modernist, art deco, art nouveau, arts and crafts and mid-20th century designer items, through to garden and architectural antiques. Marchand's buying and stocking policy is quite simple: each piece is selected for its quality and uniqueness, and its ability to stand out on its own as the anchor piece for a room, or to complement a mood that has already been established. Marchand's style is hard to define, as it strives to be as unstylised as possible, by mixing periods and styles, and selecting items that work together regardless of period and style. This gives Marchand its strong and distinctive look, which has developed over the years.

 

 

 

http://interiorboutiques.com/en/marchand-antiques

 



Antique Deep Buttoned Leather Chesterfield Sofa: from Church Street Antiques

Antique Deep Buttoned Leather Chesterfield Sofa: from Church Street Antiques

Pictured here is an undeniably gorgeous piece of furniture, an antique deep buttoned leather Chesterfield sofa crafted circa 1930. Predominant characteristics of these sofas can be seen exemplified here in: the arms which rise to the same height as the back of the sofa, the leather upholstering and the tightly stuffed cushions. 

Often when it comes to furniture a picture is worth a thousand words and some pieces truly speak for themselves - the same can be said for this fabulous piece, it simply oozes character. Various details about this piece give it this character - the tone, for example, is a rich and moving brown; the incorporation of this colour gives the sofa the warm and inviting presence the perfect sofa should present. When one sits on their sofa they expect immediate comfort and relaxation, and when one looks at this one, they come to expect the very same. Additionally, the large, tightly stuffed cushions clearly offer a similar sense of sturdy comfort. The leather upholstering really adds to the personality to the sofa, by showing ruggedness and reliability, after all its having survived in incredible condition following almost a century of life clearly indicates that its of a high quality and is not easily affected by wear and tear.

But what really sets this sofa apart is that it seems to tell a story. It was crafted at a time of widespread British pride, the age of an empire and certain aspects of the sofa really do seem to reflect such sentiments. It’s large in stature and has an air of reliability and ruggedness, the same tough demeanour often characterised by the likes of Winston Churchill and Queen Victoria. The rich, brown tones of the upholstered leather represent the huge wealth acquired by the empire and the wealth the empire itself had come to represent in its vibrant lifetime. The tasteful curvature of the arms and the back represent the various great British minds in literature, the arts, science and numerous other fields. It is a quintessentially British couch and a marvellous example of one at that.

     

Why should this sofa attract the attention of a collector or even just someone lucky enough to have the opportunity of buying such an amazing piece? Because it is an item which would fit so perfectly into any home or collection. This chesterfield sofa is just such a wonderful specimen and one which wouldn't look out of place in the right type of modern setting; in fact, in one which doesn't totally alienate its vintage colour and style it would certainly be the single most eye-catching part of the entire room. 

This piece is offered at a price of £2,500, great value for a piece with such bountiful character, charm and handsome aesthetics, which any buyer would be lucky to add to their home or collection.

For this item, more details and to enquire, click here:
http://interiorboutiques.com/en/antique-deep-buttoned-leather-chesterfield-sofa

For more items from Stuart Shuster at Church Street Antiques, click here:
http://interiorboutiques.com/en/church-street-antiques

For Stuart Shuster's guest articles, click these links:
What is the 'Original' look in Antique Furniture?http://interiorboutiques.blogspot.com/2016/08/specialist-article-by-stuart-shuster.html
What makes an antique attractive to a customer?
http://interiorboutiques.blogspot.com/2016/07/what-makes-antique-attractive-to.html

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Specialist Article by Stuart Shuster - "What Makes An Antique Attractive to a Customer?"

What Makes An Antique Attractive to a Customer?

Guest Editor - Stuart Shuster, from Church Street Antiques

Stuart has owned and run Church Street Antiques, in Marylebone's famous antiques district in London for over 30 years, and specialises in Edwardian, Victorian, English, French, 17th - 20th century furniture. As a man in the antiques business for such a long period, Stuart has expertise of this business which exceeds his years, and thus his business has flourished. He has supplied items for the world's interior designers, celebrities and businessmen, and he knows how to sell his items. He's given us this article describing his approach to his stock selection, and what he thinks is important in a piece. He's very straight-forward in discussion, and he clearly knows his stuff - have a read on to hear the man himself. 

The interesting thing about the antique business is that there are many different articles being sold at many different levels. Taking the furniture angle alone, there are many different levels at which it is being sold. In the future I will be giving you advice on different ways of finding, checking out & buying antique furniture, without having to over pay or get ripped off.

The kind of antique furniture I sell is basically affordable & functional. I'm not too bothered about datelines. The item doesn't have to be over 100 years old to be a good piece of furniture. For instance, some Victorian furniture can be very poorly made, whilst some 1950's pieces can be of amazing quality. You can buy a cheap quality inlaid mahogany Edwardian bureau bookcase for £750 or pay £1500 for a top quality 1950's example, which would be the one I would always buy.

The value of both items might go up at a similar percentage, but the 50's bureau bookcase has got to be the better investment. To be honest, most items that I sell are at the common sense buying, price level. Just compare what you would have to pay for the modern day equivalent in the stores today. Not only would you pay more for the new equivalent, but it would be far inferior in quality, with a massive loss in value as soon as you purchase it. More importantly, it won't look as good, with no character & it certainly will not last as long.

Most of the new furniture, being sold these days, is spray polished. That normally means that when scratched, the polish can just peal off & is difficult to polish over. I don't really want to get too technical right now, because I'd like to save that for another article in the future, regarding restoration & polishing. What I am really trying to say is, it's far better to buy the older piece of furniture, providing it's well made, than the new equivalent.

The only cheap reproduction furniture available these days, is the nasty overseas spray polished imports from  Far East countries. The main problem with these items is, besides being absolutely worthless as soon as they are purchased, the wood is never seasoned, so it starts splitting & warping in different room temperatures. Did you know that once the wood is cut from the tree, it needs to be left to dry out for many years, or be kiln dried; otherwise it will split & warp.

The main point I am trying to make is, wherever possible, if you have the choice, steer away from new reproduction furniture, in favor of older equivalents. As long as they are over 40 years, the quality, character & resale value will be much better.

For Stuart's site, if you're searching for gorgeous Victorian furniture, especially large mahogany, oak, Burr walnut, leather pieces, Stuart has extensive and constantly-changing stock. Click here for his site:
http://www.churchstreetantiques.net/

For Stuart's Interior Boutiques page, for a selection of his items and to see his Boutique Shop, click here:

http://interiorboutiques.com/en/church-street-antiques

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