Antique Miscellaneous
Some of the most interesting antiques are the ones that don't fit neatly into any single category. This is where you'll find walking canes, scientific instruments, globes, architectural salvage, garden antiques, kitchenalia, treen, metalware and all manner of decorative curiosities.
These are the pieces that catch your eye, start conversations and make a home uniquely personal. Browse our miscellaneous collection for unexpected treasures from dealers across the UK.
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Exceptional Quality Antique C.Bechstein Victorian Rosewood Boudoir Grand Piano Model V (1898)
Exceptional quality antique C.Bechstein Victorian rosewood boudoir grand piano Model V (1898) having...
Large Antique Victorian Quality Staffordshire Flatback Figure of Will Watch Smuggler
Large antique Victorian quality Staffordshire flat back figure of Will Watch Smuggler in wonderful b...
Fine Pair of Large Antique Edwardian Quality Carved White Marble Fireplaces
Fine pair of large antique Edwardian quality carved white marble fireplaces having an inverted break...
Antique Victorian Quality Mahogany Free Standing Canterbury Whatnot
Antique Victorian quality mahogany free standing Canterbury whatnot having a quality pierced carved...
Antique Victorian Quality Brass Skimmer
Antique Victorian quality brass skimmer having a shaped handle attached to a round brass skinner wit...
Antique Victorian Brass Chestnut Roaster
Antique Victorian brass chestnut roaster having a brass handle attached to an oval shaped chestnut r...
Antique Victorian Quality Copper and Brass Coal Bin
Antique Victorian quality copper and brass coal bin having a circular open copper top with brass rin...
Antique Edwardian Quality Brass Helmet Shaped Coal Shuttle
Antique Edwardian quality brass helmet shaped coal shuttle having a quality brass helmet shaped coal...
Antique Edwardian Quality Copper and Brass Helmet Shaped Coal Scuttle
Antique Edwardian quality copper and brass helmet shaped coal shuttle
having quality brass carryin...
Superb Quality Antique Victorian 4 Tier Rosewood Corner Whatnot
Superb quality antique Victorian 4 tier rosewood corner whatnot having a superb quality carved rosew...
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Unusual Pair of Antique Victorian Quality Burr Walnut Whatnots
Unusual pair of antique Victorian quality burr walnut whatnots having carved gallery tops above 3 qu...
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Pair of Antique Victorian Quality Brass Fire Dogs
Pair of antique Victorian quality brass fire dogs having a brass turned shaped column with an oval t...
Exhibition Quality Pair of Antique Victorian Amboyna and Carved Ebony Pedestals
Exhibition quality pair of antique Victorian amboyna and carved ebony pedestals having an amboyna to...
Pair of Mahogany Stands
A lovely pair of early 20th century mahogany stands, or jardiniere stands. Well constructed in solid...
Set of Quality Antique Victorian Brass Fire Irons and Dogs
Set of quality antique Victorian brass fire irons and dogs having a pair of quality brass fire dogs...
French Rustic Oak Coffer
A good French oak rustic four panel coffer, original fabric lining, in good overall condition.
30.5...
A Pair Of Rosewood Whatnots Attributed To Gillows.
A Rare Pair Of Rosewood Whatnots Attributed To Gillows. Raised on turned "Mellon" feet and each with...
Large Pair of Antique Victorian Quality Staffordshire Dogs
Large Pair of antique Victorian quality Staffordshire dogs having white coloured coats with collars,...
Large Antique Victorian Staffordshire Royal Portrait Flatback Figure
Large antique Victorian Staffordshire Royal portrait figure depicting Princess Alexandra of Denmark...
Set of Nine Antique Victorian Hand-Carved Oak Panels
A fine and complete set of nine matching hand-carved antique oak panels dating from the late Victori...
Fine Early 19th Century Rosewood Canterbury
A Fine Early 19th Century highly figured Rosewood Canterbury in outstanding original condition and o...
Antique Victorian Quality Brass-Mounted Walnut Coal / Log Scuttle
A fine Victorian coal scuttle beautifully made in richly figured walnut with decorative pierced bras...
Antique Victorian Quality Brass and Oak Magazine Stand
A charming late Victorian brass and oak magazine stand raised on an elegant tripod base. The stand f...
Antique Regency Rosewood Inlaid Writing Desk Set with Inkwells
A fine and early Regency period rosewood writing desk set beautifully decorated with delicate mother...
Antique George III Copper Kettle
A charming hand-hammered copper kettle with a warm natural patina and a beautifully shaped spout. Th...
Antique Quality 18th Century Georgian Mahogany Letter Holder
A fine antique Georgian mahogany letter holder of exceptional craftsmanship. Beautifully shaped and...
Superior Quality Antique Victorian Carved Mahogany Torchère / Plant Stand
A magnificent antique Victorian carved mahogany torchère of exceptional scale and presence, standing...
Antique George III Quality Copper Kettle
A fine George III copper kettle featuring a wonderfully rounded body, elegant swan-neck spout and sh...
Pair of Antique Japanese Quality Meiji Bronze Vases
An exquisite pair of Japanese Meiji-period bronze vases beautifully cast and finely detailed. Each v...
Two Framed Butterfly Pictures
Two very good pictures of framed butterflys, to include 'The great Orange Tip', 'Burmese Jungle Quee...
Victorian Brass Revolving Magazine Stand
A super Victorian brass magazine or folio stand made by Harris and Sheldon Ltd Birmingham, stamped...
Pair Variegated Marble Columns
A very good pair of twisted column variegated marble pedestals, in very good overall condition.
35....
Victorian Gilt Brass Fire Guard
A very good Victorian gilt brass fire guard with wreath handle hoof feet and pierced brass screen, i...
Brass Umbrella Stand
Brass umbrella stand with devil masks to the sides, overall great original condition.
26" high
FRE...
Refurbished Antique Grate
A very good antique grate, refurbished, brass finials, in very good verall condition.
25" high21.5"...
A French Marble And Ormolu Ink Stand
A French marble and ormolu Ink Stand, beautiful quality and in very good condition. 190mm high, 360m...
Holland & Sons Stamped Music Canterbury
English
circa 1845 - 1855
19th century Rio rosewood canterbury by Royal Cabinet Makers Holland & S...
William IV Rosewood Duet Music Stand after the designs of Loudon of London
English
circa 1840 - 1850
Early 19th century duet music stand in the manner of John Claudius Loudo...
Music Stand attributable to Thomas & William Wilkinson of London
English
circa 1800 - 1810
Early 19th century Regency period adjustable music stand.
The ratcheted...
Fabulous Brass Jardinere Stand
Very nice Victorian brass jardinere stand with white marble top, marble finial to the undertier, in...
A 19Th Century Mahogany Easel
A good quality 19th century Mahogany Easel. Of folding tripod form with adjustable ratchet picture s...
Victorian Rosewood Canterbury
Late Victorian, rosewood canterbury of rectangular shape, divide into 4 sections with tapering turne...
A Fine 18th Century Walnut French Panettiere
This is a wonderful example of an 18th Century Walnut french bread hanging cupboard or Panettiere. T...
A Superb Bronze Lion By Paul-Édouard Delabrièrre
A superb bronze lion by Paul-Édouard Delabrièrre. Beautifully detailed and with a lovely golden pati...
An Arabescato Marble Column
An Arabescato marble column, in very good and original condition. 1050mm high and 300mm diameter. It...
Pair French Rouge Marble Columns
A pair of early XXth century rouge marble columns, each having square top for display above a steppe...
19th Century Bentwood Coat Hat Stand
A great large scale late 19th century bentwood coat stand in the manner of Thonet. Lovely colour.
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A 1930's Louis Vuitton Traveling Wardrobe Trunk
A 1930''s Louis Vuitton traveling wardrobe trunk. In completely un-restored and very good original c...
Victorian Rosewood Corner Whatnot
For sale is a good quality Victorian rosewood corner whatnot, having a fretwork gallery to the top t...
A Rare Louis Vuitton George V & Queen Mary 25 Year Anniversary Trunk
A rare Louis Vuitton George V & Queen Mary 25 year anniversary trunk. In very good, original and unr...
The Joy of the Unexpected
The miscellaneous section of any antiques dealer's stock is often the most rewarding to browse. It's where you find the pieces that were made for a specific purpose that may no longer exist, objects whose beauty lies in their form rather than their function, and curiosities that simply demand to be picked up and examined.
Treen, the collective term for small wooden objects, is a particularly rich area. Butter moulds, snuff boxes, loving cups, carved animals and needle cases were all made by hand, often as one-off pieces, and have an immediate tactile appeal. Fruitwood, boxwood and lignum vitae are the most commonly used timbers.
Decorating with Antique Curiosities
Collections of small antiques displayed together create far more visual impact than any single item. Group objects by material, colour or theme: a collection of brass candlesticks, a shelf of treen, a display of antique scales and weights. The effect is personal, layered and infinitely more interesting than anything a interior designer might specify from a catalogue.
Architectural antiques such as corbels, finials, door knockers and iron boot scrapers can be used both inside and outside the home. A pair of reclaimed stone finials flanking a garden path, or an antique iron boot scraper by the front door, adds character that cannot be bought new.
Building a Collection
Many passionate collectors started with a single interesting object bought on impulse. Follow your instincts: if something appeals to you, it probably appeals to others too, and good quality unusual antiques tend to hold their value well. Buy the best you can afford and enjoy the hunt.
Frequently Asked Questions
Treen is the collective term for small domestic objects made from wood. The word comes from the Old English for "of a tree." Examples include bowls, platters, spoons, boxes, goblets and numerous other items made by hand from various timbers. Treen collecting is a well-established field with a dedicated following.
Scientific instruments can be very collectible. Brass telescopes, microscopes, sextants, compasses and drawing instruments from the 18th and 19th centuries are all sought after. Pieces by known makers such as Dollond, Negretti & Zambra, or Elliott Brothers command the highest prices.
Check the condition and completeness of the piece. Ironwork should be examined for cracks and excessive rust. Stone and marble items should be checked for repairs or hidden damage. Provenance, while not always available, adds interest and can increase value.