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In order to make room for our new stock, we have heavily discounted a number of pieces. They have been included on the last page of our website under the category of Clearance Items. These items are identified on the other pages in red.
BOOKCASES AND BOOKSHELVES
Art Nouveau Oak Secretaire Bookcase c.1895 
This is an exceptional example of an Art Nouveau secretaire bookcase that could grace the study or offices of the grandest establishments. The beautiful honeyed patina of the oak is complimented by top shelf original handles, hardware and glass doors. The bookcase has three strong adjustable shelves and is elevated above the lower cabinet by a mirrored section. The fall front secretaire is nicely fitted with nooks and drawers. There is a generous two door cabinet with one shelf in the lower part of this two section piece.
Length: 110 cm Depth: 50.5 cm Height: 230.5 cm Price: On hold
Location: Leichhardt
 
 
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Art Nouveau Oak Bookcase c.1905
This gorgeous Art Nouveau oak bookcase has two beautiful leadlight doors, four adjustable shelves, two wood panelled doors in the lower cabinet and original handles, locks and key. Its simple lines are accentuated by vertical fluting and a beautiful curved crown.
Length: 127 cm Depth: 35 cm Height: 204 cm Price: AUD$4250
Location: Leichhardt
 
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Edwardian Oak Bookcase c.1895
This Edwardian oak bookcase is a classic example of a beautifully proportioned, elevated bookcase with two leaded glass doors on the upper cabinet with three adjustable shelves, a lower cabinet comprising two drawers above a two door cabinet with single shelf and original brass handles. The piece bears the maker's plaque, Johnson, Taylor & Co, Shop and Office Furnishers, 35 Coleman St, London.
Length: 107 cm Depth: 43.5 cm Height: 214.5 cm Price: AUD$3650
Location: Leichhardt
 
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Liberty Arts and Crafts Oak Bookcase c.1905
This generous Arts and Crafts oak elevated bookcase comes from Liberty’s cabinet making workshop in London. Liberty met a growing demand for fashionable interiors by developing a style that merged commercial needs with Arts and Crafts design. This tall bookcase features leaded glass doors with four adjustable shelves and a lower cabinet with fielded panel doors and a single shelf.The maker's ivorine plaque is on the back.
Length: 124 cm Depth: 32.5 cm Height: 234 cm Price: AUD$5850
Location: Leichhardt
 
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Art Nouveau Ash Bookcase c.1895
This nicely proportioned ash bookcase has subtle vertical fluting, elegant Art Nouveau leadlight doors, original lock and key and two adjustable shelves. The lower cabinet has five useful drawers with original escutcheons and replacement authentic handles. This piece is unmarked but is likely to have been made by the Scottish Co Operative Wholesale Society Ltd.
Length: 104.5 cm Depth: 50 cm Height: 188 cm Price: AUD$2750
Location: Leichhardt
 
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Victorian Ash Bookcase c.1895
This early well-proportioned Victorian ash bookcase was made by the Scottish Co Operative Wholesale Society Ltd, Cabinet Factory, Shieldhall. The glass doors and beautiful handles on the useful five drawer chest are original and nicely aged. This piece will be equally at home in a study, lounge room or bedroom.
Length: 101.5 cm Depth: 52 cm Height: 201.5 cm Price: AUD$2750
Location: Leichhardt
 
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Arts and Crafts Oak Bookcase c.1900
The quality of this oak elevated bookcase cannot be understated. Simple Arts and Crafts lines accentuate the cabinetmaker’s skills, fine oak and original copper handles and hand-made glass. The bookcase features a nicely panelled back with three adjustable solid oak shelves behind the two glass doors whilst the bottom cabinet has two generous drawers, single shelf and two oak doors.
Length: 106.5 cm Depth: 41 cm Height: 219.5 cm Price: AUD$4250
Location: Leichhardt
 
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Edwardian Oak Barrister’s Bookcase c.1910
This Edwardian oak barrister’s bookcase is in excellent original condition and features four retractable and lockable doors. This piece is in great condition and dismantles into five sections for ease of transport.
Length: 87 cm Depth: 33 cm Height: 163.5 cm Price: AUD$2950
Location: Leichhardt
 
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Arts and Crafts Oak Bookshelves c.1905
This set of sturdy oak bookshelves is a cut above the usual. Beautifully constructed of solid oak, it is very strong and stable with simple Arts and Crafts detailing on the top. The middle shelf is adjustable and the lower cabinet comes with its original lock and key.
Length: 73 cm Depth: 23 cm Height: 138 cm Price: AUD$1750
Location: Petersham
 
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Edwardian Walnut Bookcase c. 1895
This Edwardian walnut bookcase has a classic design that was highly regarded and used in a variety of timbers at the end of the 1800’s. This quality version is made of solid walnut and is in good original condition. It has two long doors with beautiful hand made glass above a convenient thin drawer with original hardware. There are three adjustable shelves that can accommodate all sizes of books. This piece will be an elegant addition to any lounge, study, or library.
Length: 119 cm Depth: 45 cm Height: 188.5 cm Price: AUD$4250
Location: Petersham
 
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Australian Red Cedar Bookcase c.1940
This stylish bookcase has been made with solid Australian red cedar with quality burr cedar on both sides. Traditional Edwardian cabinetmaking skills have been employed to construct this piece, right down to the traditional wooden peg stays for each adjustable cedar shelf. The bookcase is a truly remarkable example of quality furniture.
Length: 108 cm Depth: 40 cm Height: 144.5 cm Price: AUD$2650
Location: Petersham
 
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Federation Oak Bookcase c. 1910
This Federation dark oak bookcase is solidly constructed and features two clear glass doors. There is ample storage for books or curios on the three adjustable shelves. The piece is in great original condition and has a new lock and key.
Length: 91 cm Depth: 38 cm Height: 135 cm Price: AUD$1950
Location: Petersham
 
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Federation Oak Barrister's Bookcase c.1910
This tall, thin Federation oak barrister’s or solicitor’s bookcase originally graced a government legal department (No. 8239 70). It is made of solid oak and retains two of its original retractable doors that can be arranged at any shelf height. The generous proportions will accommodate a large number of books, documents or collections.
Length: 89 cm Depth: 27 cm Height: 159 cm Price: AUD$2250
Location: Petersham
 
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Federation Kauri Pine Bookcase c.1910
This Federation kauri pine elevated bookcase is in original condition with aged patina, original handles, paneled back and two adjustable shelves behind the two doors with hand made glass. There is ample storage in the drawers, upper and lower lockable cabinets for books, china or collectables. It is extremely stylish and its simple lines make it ideal for use as a bookcase or display in the study, lounge room, dining room or kitchen.
Length: 108 cm Depth: 45 cm Height: 220 cm Price: AUD$3450
Location: Leichhardt
 
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Edwardian Oak Barrister’s Bookcase c.1910
Quality legal bookcases are highly sought after as investment pieces as well as attractive alternatives to traditional bookcases. This outstanding bookcase was made by leading English furniture manufacturer, Harris Lebus, and retains its original maker’s plaques, retractable doors with hand made glass, locks and key. This piece is in exceptional condition and dismantles into five sections for ease of transport.
Length: 88 cm Depth: 36 cm Height: 158.5 cm Price: AUD$3450
Location: Leichhardt
 
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Federation Oak Secretaire Bookcase c.1910
This large Federation oak secretaire bookcase once took pride of place in the main dining room of the “Abbey” in Annandale, Sydney. It is constructed with quality English oak and the interior timber is cedar. The generous bookcase has two doors with original key and two adjustable shelves above a large fallfront drawer with a fitted interior and leather insert. There is ample storage space in the lower two door cabinet that has a fixed shelf. This bookcase is in outstanding original condition and retains its original hardware and glass.
Length: 126 cm Depth: 55 cm Height: 200 cm Price: AUD$3500
Location: Petersham
 
 
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Late Victorian Maple and Cedar Elevated Bookcase c.1890
This tall, commanding maple elevated bookcase dates from the late 1800’s and is more than likely Australian made. It has a panelled back, adjustable shelves and drawers solidly constructed with redwood cedar. The piece is in remarkable original condition with brass handles and glazed doors. This will be an elegant addition to any home.
Length: 131 cm Depth: 53 cm Height: 240 cm Price: AUD$4250
Location: Petersham
 
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Lebus Arts and Crafts Oak Bookcase c.1910
The classic Arts and Crafts design of this oak bookcase is complimented by beautifully ornate Art Nouveau style carving on the lower doors. Although it bears no maker's mark, we have had a similarly carved and marked piece by noted English furniture manufacturer, Harris Lebus. There are four adjustable shelves behind the two, hand-blown glass doors, two deep drawers and a lower cabinet with a single removable shelf. The brass strap handles and locks with keys are all original to the piece and are in excellent condition.
Length: 118 cm Depth: 49 cm Height: 232 cm Price:AUD$4950
Location: Leichhardt
 
 
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Federation Oak Bookcase c.1918
This exquisite bookcase or display is an early example of Australian craftsmanship by Ricketts & Thorp Pty Limited of Rockdale. This company was considered, along with Beard Watson Limited, to offer the best training in quality furniture manufacture. Its long list of esteemed clients, including banks, libraries, government offices and schools, showed the high regard that the community held for the company and its products. This bookcase features solid French polished oak that has been tastefully carved, four beveled glass doors, eleven adjustable shelves and original handles. New locks have been added. The bookcase can not only be used for books, but for treasured pieces of china, glassware and ornaments.
Length: 153 cm Depth: 36 cm Height: 178 cm Price:AUD$4350
Location: Petersham
 
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Arts and Crafts Oak Bookcase c.1910
The simple Arts and Crafts design of this elevated bookcase combines with the strong construction of solid dark stained oak. Both the top and base cabinets are divided in two- behind the two original glazed and petitioned top doors are three adjustable shelves and there a removable shelf in each lower cabinet. All four doors have their original locks and key. This piece is extremely strong, unusual, and simply beautiful. Its compact size makes it ideal for use next to a fireplace in a heritage home and it will also suit modern décor.
Length: 98.5 cm Depth: 39.5 cm Height: 180 cm Price:AUD$2350
Location: Petersham
 
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Late Victorian Oak Bookcase c.1890
This impressive late Victorian oak elevated bookcase has three adjustable shelves with original leather trim. Constructed in two pieces, the top bookcase has two original glazed doors and bevelled mirror above the base which comprises two drawers with original brass handles, two ornately carved and fielded doors and a single shelf.
Length: 107 cm Depth: 50 cm Height: 224.5 cm Price: AUD$2950
Location: Petersham
 
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Arts and Crafts Oak Book Rest c.1905
This stylish Arts and Crafts oak book rest can accommodate up to twenty four small to medium books and has a handy shelf. This piece would be ideal for a thin hallway, next to a bed or a near a reading chair.
Length: 55.5 cm Depth: 24 cm Height: 74 cm Price: AUD$$975
Location: Petersham
 
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Federation Dark Oak Bookshelves c.1925
Federation dark stained oak bookshelves with two fixed and three adjustable shelves in excellent original condition.
Length: 94 cm Depth: 23 cm Height: 135 cm Price: AUD$750
Location: Leichhardt
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Federation Blackwood Bookcase c.1920
This Federation blackwood bookcase or display has ample storage behind two original glass doors with curtain attachments, four adjustable shelves and replacement lock. It is well balanced on four bun feet and has good depth for larger books or curios.
Length: 107 cm Depth: 34 cm Height: 152 cm Price: AUD$1950
Location: Petersham
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Edwardian Oak Bookshelves c.1905
These Edwardian oak bookshelves have three adjustable cedar shelves and cedar back panels. The piece was once the top of a bookcase but has been adapted so that it sits firmly on the ground. It is constructed of the highest quality oak and has its original mellow patina.
Length: 126.5 cm Depth: 36 cm Height: 133.5 cm Price: AUD$750
Location: Leichhardt
 
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Arts and Crafts Maple Bookshelves.
These extremely useful Queensland maple bookshelves are stylish in design and will suit any style of decor.
Length: 77.5 cm Depth: 20 cm Height: 57 cm Price: AUD$250
Location: Petersham
 
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BUREAUX BOOKCASES AND DESKS
Edwardian Maple Bureau Bookcase c.1900
This outstanding Edwardian maple bureau bookcase has a nicely fitted fall front desk that could accommodate a laptop computer. There is ample storage space in the two drawers and the two lockable cupboards above and below the desk. Two tall bookcase towers stand on either with outstanding original leadlight glass and four adjustable shelves in each side. The piece retains its original brass tear drop handles, decorative escutcheons and it stands on six stylish Queen Anne style legs.
Length: 158.5 cm Depth: 42 cm Height: 166 cm Price: AUD$3650
Location: Leichhardt
 
 
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Edwardian Oak Secretaire Cabinet c.1918
This is a very inventive and compact piece of furniture made of beautiful English oak. There is an oak desk extension below a fully fitted bureau that is concealed by two small doors and there is ample storage in the lower cabinet and three deep drawers. It has ornate floral carving on the three doors and the new hardware compliments this truely attractive piece that will be at home in any room of the house.
Length: 103 cm Depth: 48 cm Height: 111 cm Price: AUD$2550
Location: Petersham
 
 
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Arts and Crafts Oak Bureau c.1910
This Arts and Crafts oak bureau was constructed by leading English furniture maker, Harris Lebus. Its quirky design with four deep drawers and an oak return on the side makes this stylish bureau something out of the ordinary. There are two adjustable shelves behind the lockable glass doors that have attractive fretwork, a fully fitted interior under the roll top and the piece comes apart for easy transport. It retains its original patina, glass, fretwork and hardware.
Length: 78 cm Depth: 58 cm Height: 184.5 cm Price: AUD$3650
Location: Petersham
 
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Arts and Crafts Maple Fallfront Bureau c.1915
This compact fallfront desk is constructed with solid maple and has a nicely fitted interior. It is slim and stable, making it ideal for use in hallways or in confined spaces. The piece is in excellent original condiition and looks fantastic from all sides. It provides great extra shelving for books and has its original lock and key.
Length: 61.5 cm Depth: 37 cm Height: 121 cm Price: AUD$1250
Location: Petersham
 
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Arts and Crafts Oak Fallfront Bureau c.1910
This quality dark oak fallfront desk is yet another prize example of early Australian Arts and Crafts furniture made by Beard Watson Limited (Reg no. 19269). The lovely original patina has been preserved and the piece retains its original patented brass handles (Rn 501143). The generous lockable interior is ideal for a flat screen computer or laptop.
Length: 68 cm Depth: 39 cm Height: 134.5 cm Price: AUD$1750
Location: Petersham
 
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Arts and Crafts Oak Bureau c.1910
This Arts and Crafts oak bureau was constructed by leading English furniture maker, Harris Lebus. Its quirky design with four deep drawers and an oak return on the side makes this stylish bureau something out of the ordinary. There is a fully fitted interior under the roll top and it retains its original patina and hardware.
Length: 72 cm Depth: 60 cm Height: 108cm Price: AUD$2450
Location: Leichhardt
 
 
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Arts and Crafts Oak Bureau c.1905
This outstanding Arts and Crafts oak bureau has the classic features of Arts and Crafts furniture with original handles and strap hinges on fallfront desk with leather insert, fitted interior, single lockable drawer and two doors. It has pierced panels on either side that conceal useful bookshelves. This attractive, collectable piece will be a feature in any room of the house.
Length: 97 cm Depth: 33 cm Height: 132 cm Price: AUD$2450
Location: Petersham
 
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Federation Maple Bureau Bookcase c.1910
This tall elegant dark maple bureau bookcase is in superb original French polished condition. The beautifully interior of the fall front desk is extremely generous (71cm x 21cm x 38cm),making it ideal for a flat screen computer. The shelves provide adequate space for a PC and printer. The teardrop handles are original and there is a new lock and key.
Length: 79 cm Depth: 38 cm Height: 154.5 cm Price: AUD$1450
Location: Petersham
 
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Federation Silky Oak Bureau Bookcase c.1920
Beautiful silky oak Federation bureau desk with open bookshelves and original handles. Classic design that would suit contemporary living.
Length: 69 cm Depth: 41 cm Height: 158 cm Price: AUD$1650
Location: Petersham
 
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Edwardian Pine Fallfront Bureau c.1890
Edwardian dark stained pine fallfront bureau over 4 drawer chest with fitted interior and original Art Nouveau handles.
Length: 76 cm Depth: 33 cm Height: 113 cm Price: AUD$1250
Location: Petersham
 
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Beard Watson Oak Bureau Bookcase c.1915
This large two pier oak bureau bookcase was made by well known Sydney furniture manufacturer, Beard Watson Limited (maker’s number on drawer, maker’s plaque on door and maker’s name on original locks). Although it has been extensively restored, it retains most of its original materials and design elements. The drawer and the two wood-framed, lockable glass doors have replacement handles, while the exterior oak panels and interior cedar are all original. The fall front desk has been professionally reconstructed and fitted with new hinges and a replacement lock.
Length: 142.5 cm Depth: 43 cm Height: 152 cm Price: AUD$1950 $1250
Location: Petersham
 
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DESKS
Art Nouveau Mahogany Writing Desk c.1890
This exquisite Art Nouveau writing desk is made of polished mahogany and features intricate copper, white metal and selected timber inlays together with its original black leather insert and attractive copper handles. It is in entirely original condition and has obviously been well used and much cherished by its former owners in the United Kingdom. The desk is a truly unique piece of art.
Length: 99 cm Depth: 52.5 cm Height: 125 cm Price: AUD$3450
Location: Petersham
 
 
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Cutler Single Pedestal Oak Roll-top Desk 1914
The quality of Cutler oak roll-top desks is well known and this piece is definitely one of the better examples. Cutler desks were manufactured in Buffalo NY from the 1880s to the early 20th century. This model 460 (stamped under the desk and on one support panel) retains its original patina and Cutler emblem. The drawers and roll-top are in great condition.
Length: 107 cm Depth: 75 cm Height: 115.5 cm Price: AUD$3650
Location: Petersham
 
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Edwardian Walnut Desk c.1910
This two pedestal walnut knee-hole desk is in outstanding original condition. It has nine deep drawers with unique original brass handles and a new dark green leather insert.
Length: 137 cm Depth: 57 cm Height: 78 cm Price: AUD$2250
Location: Petersham
 
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Maple & Co Games Table or Desk c.1885
To own this is to own a piece from the halcyon days of Late Victorian furniture making. The table is made of solid oak and walnut with some veneer work and is in totally original condition. The graceful solid oak legs lead to quality brass and ceramic wheels. The two opposing drawers have walnut interiors, brass handles and both are stamped Maple & Co. The stamped leather top is tooled and has a lovely patina.
“One of the most important names in Edwardian furniture was Maple & Co. Maples was based in Tottenham Court Road, London and was the largest furniture store in the world. It made its own furniture for sale at home and abroad, and drew its own customers from both the middle and upper classes and even royalty – Tsar Nicholas of Russia furnished his Winter Palace with furniture from its workshops. Maples also furnished British Embassies, even going so far as to arrange for a grand piano to be carried up the Khyber Pass on packhorses”. Furniture by Judith Miller (2005)
Length: 92 cm Depth: 92 cm Height: 73.5 cm Price: AUD$1650
Location: Petersham
 
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Arts and Crafts Blackwood Desk c.1900
This handy, stylish two tier table is perfect as a small desk, computer table or television table. The piece retains its original castors and is strongly constructed of solid Australian Blackwood in the Arts and Crafts style that will suit modern or heritage homes. It could be paired with the Arts and Crafts rush seated chair available separately for great effect.
Length: 76 cm Depth: 45 cm Height: 75.5 cm Price: AUD$950
Location: Leichhardt
 
 
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ECCLESIASTICAL FURNITURE
Oak Prei Dieu c.1900
Renovators, interior designers, gallery owners and art lovers take note. The quality and beauty of this ecclesiastical piece is superb. These ‘prei dieu’ or prayer kneelers are rarely seen in the public domain. It is constructed of solid, strong oak which has been masterfully carved in the gothic manner, featuring clover motifs and grape designs. This piece could grace any fine home or gallery to display treasured books or artworks. It should be admired as a unique piece of art in its own right and is highly collectable.
Length: 76 cm Depth: 65 cm Height: 110 cm Price: AUD$2250
Location: Petersham
 
 
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Edwardian Oak and Marble Ecclesiastical Cabinet or Washstand c.1900
The highest quality oak, ash and marble have been used to create this amazing ecclesiastical cabinet that has three solid oak sides with gothic carving and an open back. It could be used as is but with some imagination, this beautiful piece could be transformed into a sideboard, dresser, hall table, cocktail cabinet or bathroom cabinet. The cabinet could easily be combined with our stunning oak church pews and petitions to create an extraordinary room.
Length: 122 cm Depth: 60.5 cm Height: 140 cm Price: AUD$2650
Location: Leichhardt
 
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Oak Church Pews (2) c.1910
These fabulous turn of the century pieces of church furniture are real treasures. Original church pews only become available when a church is sold and dismantled as was the case four years ago when this outstanding oak pew was salvaged from a church in the Southern Highlands. Pews of this quality are rarely seen, especially ones constructed of beautiful English oak. They are very sturdy and have decorative shamrocks carved at each end in the Gothic manner which distinguish them from the more commonly available pews. Their size make them suitable for most positions in and out of the home.
Length: 186 cm Depth: 38 cm Height: 102 cm Price: AUD$1000 each.
Location: Leichhardt
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Oak Church Petitions (2) c.1910
These two beautiful oak church petitions were acquired from an auction of the contents of a church in the Southern Highlands. They constructed of solid slabs of strong oak which has been masterfully carved in the gothic manner. They compliment the two pews above and will have a variety of uses in the home, such as in a hallway, library or as room dividers.
Length: 285 cm Depth: 20 cm Height: 83 cm Price: AUD$1000 each
Location: Leichhardt
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