James McWhirter Antiques Ltd

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An exceptional pair of Regency period oak armchairs in the Gothic Revival taste, dating to circa 1820 🕯️

An unusual and whimsical long oak stool raised on finely carved cabriole legs with claw-and-ball feet and distinctive scaled detailing. The carved shell motifs and expressive legs showcase excellent late Victorian craftsmanship.

Traditionally upholstered to hessian stage, ready for reupholstery.

A characterful and decorative antique with age-related wear consistent with period.

Once candlelit, now glowing…

New in store: 19th century mother-of-pearl candle holder, converted by us to a lamp, flanked by pair of 19th century Chinese blue and white gourd vases.

Just arrived in store…

19th-Early 20th Century Massim Ignimbrite Ceremonial Adze Blades – Papua New Guinea

A striking set of polished ceremonial adze blades from the Massim region, quarried from rare volcanic islands. Once treasured as wealth in the Kula trade, their value reflected size and polish. Dated 19th–early 20th century, they may be even older, passed down through generations.

The best bird’s-eye view? Our horn and ebonised side table.

Height: 46.5cm / 18 1/4in
Diameter: 36cm / 14in

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Our Carved Chair (c. 1930) by Jack Grimble featured in .design exhibition in 2022.

W 42.5cm
D 40.5cm
Max H 67cm

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Green vase with silver gilt decoration.

A Safavid tinned copper bowl.
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16th / 17th Century
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Height: 19.5 cm. / 7.6 in.
Diameter: 32 cm. / 12.5 in.
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An abstract landscape by Ada Bird Petyarre, representing Awelye (Women's Ceremony and Body Paint Designs) for the Arnkerrthe Dreamtime story.

A delightful small Kutanya vase with decorative goldfish, late 18th or early 19th century.