Mayfair Gallery

Mayfair Gallery Mayfair Gallery is a London-based gallery in the heart of Mayfair, which deals in a diverse range of
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Mayfair Gallery is a leading gallery in the field of art and antiques, holding a large and varied collection of unique pieces for sale. Since opening in 1975, the gallery has held an integral position in both the domestic and global antiques markets, a status that it continues to enjoy. The breadth of the gallery’s collection is wide, and includes items from a range of periods, styles and geograph

ical origins, as well as works by famous artists and antique craftsmen. The main focus of the gallery’s collection is, however, on items produced during the 19th and early 20th century. While the scope of antiques on offer is varied, all are of consistently high quality, and exemplify the skill of the artisan responsible. It is this emphasis on quality that unites Mayfair Gallery’s collection of diverse pieces, meaning that each work in the collection has been selected with expert care and precision. By combining firm knowledge of the contemporary antiques trade with keen aesthetic sensitivity, the gallery presents its customers with only the finest works.

Painted by the Spanish artist Manuel López Cantero, this exquisite oil painting captures the courtyard of the Alcázar of...
02/03/2025

Painted by the Spanish artist Manuel López Cantero, this exquisite oil painting captures the courtyard of the Alcázar of Seville. Originally constructed in the 11th century as a fortress to protect the city, the Alcázar was later expanded for King Peter of Castile (1334–1369) by Castilian Christians.

Spanish Orientalist oil painting of the Alcázar of Seville by López Cantero
Spanish, Late 19th Century
Canvas: Height 54cm, width 67cm
Frame: Height 80cm, width 92cm, depth 3.5cm

The painting showcases the awe-inspiring Mudéjar style. Between 1364 and 1366, King Peter commissioned skilled Arab and Berber craftsmen to contribute to the palace's design, honouring the legacy of Muslim architecture. López Cantero skilfully captures the splendour of this space, with remarkable attention to detail that lends the work a photographic quality. The artist’s use of warm, earthy tones brings the scene to life, while vibrant hues from the intricate green geometric tiles and colourful wall paintings add dynamic visual appeal.

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This cane features a charming frog perched atop a flower, set above an enamel band adorned with shimmering diamonds. 🐸💎⁠...
01/03/2025

This cane features a charming frog perched atop a flower, set above an enamel band adorned with shimmering diamonds. 🐸💎⁠

Early 20th century nephrite, diamond and enamel frog-shaped cane
Continental, c. 1900
Height 81cm, width 7cm, depth 2.5cm

The nephrite handle is expertly carved into a frog perched on a flower, its hind legs wrapped around the stem and head framed by the flower’s curve. Fine detailing captures the frog’s anatomy and delicate floral elements, while natural black speckles in the nephrite enhance its charm.

The handle is accented by a cream enamel collar framed by two diamond bands. A slender hardwood shaft completes the piece, ending in a brass-toned metal ferrule.

Check out our website to discover more about this piece and see other walking sticks in our collection! (Item no. 17838e)

When opened, this splendid antique dressing table reveals a myriad of concealed compartments, making it a superb additio...
28/02/2025

When opened, this splendid antique dressing table reveals a myriad of concealed compartments, making it a superb addition to any dressing room! 💄

Ormolu mounted amboyna and mahogany Louis XVI style antique dressing table
French, Late 19th Century
Height 91cm, width 70cm, depth 44.5cm

The hinged top reveals a bevelled mirror and a meticulously designed interior featuring a pair of leather-lined winged trays and an intricate arrangement of interconnected compartments. The glazed lid houses a trio of wells, variously shaped divisions, and a drawer with a plaquette. Set on square tapered legs with brass caps, this piece embodies timeless elegance.

Featuring numerous hidden compartments, this antique exemplifies the mechanical furniture popular in the 18th and 19th centuries.

Want to learn more? Check out our latest blog, where we explore the history of mechanical furniture through six ingenious pieces from international museums! Link is in the bio (Item no. 13759)

This exceptional antique ornamental nef is remarkable for its large size and intricate detailing, which accurately repre...
27/02/2025

This exceptional antique ornamental nef is remarkable for its large size and intricate detailing, which accurately represents the ship's numerous features! ⚓

Large antique nef model in repoussé silvered metal
Continental, 19th Century
Height 70cm, width 67cm, depth 23cm

This nef, crafted from silvered metal, is designed in the shape of a galleon. It features two masts and numerous rectangular and triangular sails, all fashioned from silvered sheet metal. The ship's body, which rests on wheels, includes front and rear galleries. The decks are adorned with figures and cannons, all made from silvered metal. The silvered surface is embellished with low-relief scenes and mounted silver ornaments, including a beak at the prow of the hull.

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This exquisite Louis XVI-style lamp features celadon-glazed porcelain mounted on elegant gilt bronze, adorned with delic...
22/02/2025

This exquisite Louis XVI-style lamp features celadon-glazed porcelain mounted on elegant gilt bronze, adorned with delicate pâte-sur-pâte floral sprays on either side. 💡🌹

Ormolu mounted celadon porcelain and pâte-sur-pâte vase-form lamp
French, Late 19th Century
Height 52cm, width 23cm, depth 17cm

Refined ormolu mounts, including slender beams, ribbons, finials, and rings, enhance its neoclassical elegance. Additional gilt-bronze elements at the base and neck feature intricate friezes and beaded bands.

Check out our website to discover more about this piece and see our collection of lighting! (Item no. 17223b)

Elevate your living space with a curated blend of timeless antiques and exquisite artistry. Discover the vibrant oil pai...
21/02/2025

Elevate your living space with a curated blend of timeless antiques and exquisite artistry. Discover the vibrant oil painting by Charles Édouard Delort, paired with elegant porcelain and ormolu mounted secretaries that exude classic sophistication. For a modern touch, add striking silver-gilt, quartz crystal, and amethyst bird sculptures by Asprey - symbols of wisdom and refinement! 🦅☕

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Lily of the valley symbolises joy, love, luck, and purity, and this exquisite example is masterfully crafted from except...
19/02/2025

Lily of the valley symbolises joy, love, luck, and purity, and this exquisite example is masterfully crafted from exceptional materials, including pearls and charoite. 💐

Silver-gilt, pearl and charoite lily of the valley model in the style of Fabergé
Continental, 20th Century
Height 15cm, diameter 4cm

At the heart of this remarkable lily of the valley model is a rich purple charoite vase, sculpted into a classic form. Charoite is revered as a stone of transformation and unconditional love, infusing this elegant piece with deeper symbolism.

Gracefully emerging from the vase are slender, gilded silver stems, each one gently arching downward and ending in a finely textured bell. The flowers themselves are formed from luminous white pearls, their pristine hue offering a striking contrast against the warm gold stems. Among the blossoms, a single gold-toned leaf adds an extra touch of refinement.

Where would you display this fine piece? Let us know in the comments and discover more via the link in bio! (Item no. 17862)

This exquisite three-piece set features a central clock, flanked by a pair of matching vases. Each piece is adorned with...
18/02/2025

This exquisite three-piece set features a central clock, flanked by a pair of matching vases. Each piece is adorned with porcelain, champlevé enamel, and gilt bronze. Crafted in late 19th-century France, it showcases a masterful combination of decorative techniques, coming together to form an exceptional display suite.

Porcelain, champlevé enamel, and gilt-bronze Rococo style three-piece clock set
French, Late 19th Century
Clock: Height 38cm, width 23cm, depth 16cm
Vases: Height 28cm, width 13cm, depth 10cm

The clock features a circular porcelain dial painted with cherubs, a hanging pendulum, and is encased in porcelain and glass panels. Above, a twin-handled urn topped with a globe, decorated with navigational instruments and floral finials, completes the design.

The champlevé enamel and gilt-bronze elements are superbly crafted. The pair of vases flanking the clock are similarly decorated, and the porcelain is signed ‘Lefranc’.

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Crafted in Victorian England, this elegant inkstand employs the marquetry technique developed in France and perfected by...
17/02/2025

Crafted in Victorian England, this elegant inkstand employs the marquetry technique developed in France and perfected by André-Charles Boulle. It features brass inlays on ebonised wood, showcasing exceptional craftsmanship. ✒️

Victorian brass inlaid ebonised wood Boulle inkstand
English, 19th Century
Height 12.5cm, width 38cm, depth 23.5cm

The inkstand features two brass-capped inkwells on either side and a central compartment with a similarly decorated cover. Crafted from ebonised wood, it is inlaid with brass in intricate scrolling patterns that run the length of the piece and adorn the slanted panels on each side. The inkwell caps are cast as wreaths beneath rounded handles, each surmounted by small brass doves.

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This large antique cup and cover is a traditional ‘loving cup’, an ornamental drinking vessel used to mark significant e...
16/02/2025

This large antique cup and cover is a traditional ‘loving cup’, an ornamental drinking vessel used to mark significant events. Typically made of silver, the history of the loving cup dates to the Saxon era, later becoming a hallmark of weddings, banquets, and other ceremonies to symbolise the future possibilities of its drinker. 🍷

Large antique Victorian silver loving cup and cover
English, 1881
Height 40cm, width 13.5cm, depth 13.5cm

The removable domed cover features an armorial crest, a crown finial, and a lion and stag flanking a swan. The cup’s body showcases four detailed frieze panels depicting a ship, soldiers, bread collectors, and a sleigh, separated by foliate moulding. Similar designs adorn the squared base, including floral motifs and a gentleman’s portrait.

A cherished heirloom, this loving cup was gifted for a christening in 1881, as inscribed by Angela Baroness Burdett-Coutts. Sheaves of corn on the lid and stem symbolise fertility and new life. The piece is signed by esteemed silversmiths Hunt & Roskell, successors to Paul Storr.

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Continuing the theme of love, these charming, heart-shaped Meissen candleholders stand out for their unique design, feat...
15/02/2025

Continuing the theme of love, these charming, heart-shaped Meissen candleholders stand out for their unique design, featuring delicate depictions of playing cards. 💕🕯️

Pair of Meissen porcelain antique heart shaped candleholders
German, 1876
Height 18.5cm, width 12cm, depth 8.5cm

Each candleholder features a finely detailed central design, with playing cards on one side and a crest on the reverse, both framed by gilt circles and heart-shaped borders on a white ground. Delicate gilt patterns and a pink ribbon enhance the decoration. Topped with a single candleholder, the piece is flanked by satyr masks and rests on a socle adorned with four rams' heads.

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Love is in the details ❤️✨ •This stunning antique French parcel gilt enamelled vase, made for the Turkish market, is a m...
14/02/2025

Love is in the details ❤️✨

This stunning antique French parcel gilt enamelled vase, made for the Turkish market, is a masterpiece of passion and craftsmanship—just like the most timeless love stories. Paired with a single red rose, it’s a perfect symbol of romance and devotion! Happy Valentine's Day!

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