The Story of an Exquisite and Rare Antique Secretaire
Sometimes, working in the antiques business can feel more like we’re living in a thrilling detective story! Here at Butchoff Antiques in London’s Kensington Church Street, we are surrounded by beautiful objects which all have individual fascinating tales – some…
Decorative Motifs of the English Neoclassical Style
The neoclassical style was a late eighteenth-century European movement in the decorative arts that embraced a revival of ancient principles derived from the classical Roman and Greek architecture. In England neoclassicism is also known as the ‘Adam Style’, named for…
Antiques | English Furniture of the Georgian Period
This is the first article in a twelve-month series by Butchoff Antiques on discovering English and European eighteenth- and nineteenth-century furniture and decorative objects. We begin with English Georgian furniture: its quintessential charm, major characteristics, and enduring influence. English Georgian…
Why Pick Me? 5 Reasons to Take Home an Antique
In a hyperactive modern world full of endless choices and change, why choose an antique for your personal space, office, or art collection? The team at London-based, Butchoff Antiques, have put together five compelling reasons to take another look at…
Antiques: Rare Regency Period Mahogany Expanding Table
EXPANDING ROUND TABLE BY ROBERT JUPE This English masterpiece of cabinetmaking and mechanical engineering is a highly important extension dining table designed and patented by the legendary Robert Jupe, and retailed by G. Morant, Interior Decorator and Upholsterer to King…
Luxury Spaces: Incorporating Antiques into Contemporary Interiors
When designing the look for a luxury home, many select one style over another but interior decor styles need not be mutually exclusive. Instead, blend different styles for a more interesting and uniquely personal style. The result is great visual…
Investing in First Edition Books: New Index Reveals Best Performers 2004-2014
Aldous Huxley’s Brave New World has outperformed all others between 2004 and 2014, reveals the inaugural edition of Paul Fraser Collectibles’ PFC40 First Edition Books Index. The index is up 140.3% – 9.2% per annum – over the 10-year period.…
Luxury Home: Add Luxury Sparkle and Shine to your Fine Table with Stunning Antiques
Do your tastes tend towards the British period drama television series “Downton Abbey”? Here are some touches to add luxe and inspiration for your at home fine dining and setting an authentic, themed table for you and your guests with…
