The Antique Shop

29/05/2026

DID YOU KNOW?
This is a porcelain centrepiece- compote made by English firm Moore Bros and dates from 1880- 1890
In Victorian times they were used on a formal dining table to display fruit comports , desserts and extravagant floral arrangements.
Moore Bros porcelain was classed as luxury art and signalled to visiting guests that the hosts had refined taste.

01/05/2026

DID YOU KNOW?
Toile du jouy is French for cloth from Jouy. It depicts traditional scenes of country life or romantic couples.
Blue colour palette is very popular but also readily available in red or black
It was very popular in 18th century Europe and favoured by Marie Antoinette . It is still very much en vogue in current times being used for upholstery, curtains and wallpaper. Christian Dior notably for using in their brand

20/04/2026

09/04/2026

DID YOU KNOW?
These are known as a knife/cutlery rest. This particular design is of French origin and its closely associated with the French brand Olivier Saint Honore in Paris.
They were commonly used in Europe during the 18th and 19th century. The main purpose was to prevent cutlery staining tablecloths between courses. In those times, Etiquette suggested that once cutlery was used it shouldn't be placed back on table surface.

These are silver-plated and we 3 pairs currently available in store. Perfect gift for any equestrian lover. Can be shipped worldwide

27/03/2026

DID YOU KNOW
This nest of 4 graduated tables are known as a set of quartetto tables.
These style of tables were first illustrated in the Cabinet Directory 1803 by Thomas Sheraton
They proved very popular in the Regency and Edwardian period.
Very practical piece of furniture to compliment any home- old or new

24/03/2026

QUALITY ALWAYS WINS. First photo is from a Harrods catalogue back in the day with the second image showing a selection our present day stock. Shows how the warmth of brass stands the test of time

20/03/2026

DID YOU KNOW?
These scissors are known as grape shears. They are specifically designed for snipping small clusters of grapes from a bigger bunch which people were dining.
They were very popular in Victorian times as part of an elaborate table setting.
This particular scissors features the King's pattern and is silver plated. Solid silver and more elaborate designs are also available.

11/03/2026

DID YOU KNOW?
Brass candlesticks were extremely popular in the Victorian & Georgian period. Most of these type candlesticks were made from cast brass. The victorian design are recognised by their canted corners and heavily designed centres with patterns such as king or queen of diamonds while Georgian models were a lot more refined featuring fine lines and columns. They make an excellent choice for table decor for any occasion