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Our mission is toward historic preservation of this 1870s gem through extensive research, careful restoration efforts, and a whole lot of elbow grease.

07/03/2023

Today marks this little one’s 7th anniversary here. How time flies!

06/29/2023

English Victorian Staffordshire Disraeli Black and Copper Lustre Spaniels - a Pair:

Left: Antique English Victorian Staffordshire Disraeli Black and white Spaniel decorated "in the round", circa 1860.

Right: Later, circa 1880, Victorian Staffordshire dog having a with copper and green metallic details and white coat.

Both are press molded.

Condition: No restoration - minor glaze wear and loss of gilding as to be expected.

Dimensions:
7.75” x 4.25” x 9.25” (black and white)
7.125” x 4.5” x 9.25”

05/25/2023

Tiffany and Co. Japanese Delftware Bowl
Description

This Imari-style porcelain bowl by Tiffany & Co. has a blue and white peony pattern on the interior and colorful floral designs around the exterior of the bowl.

Edged in gold and stamped “Tiffany & Co.”

Dimensions:
7.75” x 7.75” x 2.75”

05/25/2023

36" Vintage John Richard Carved and Gilt Oval Mirror With Double Sconces:

Handsome carved and antique-gilt finish wall hanging a mirror with twin double sconces. The mirror is closed in an oval frame crowned with a Prince of Wales plumage detail.

Features four lamps and candle drip sleeves.

The item is from the John Richard Luxury Collection. It is in great shape, free of major scratches, chipped details, or defects besides a tear on the back's paper covering as photographed.

Dimensions:
Mirror Interior : 15.25" x 21.5"
Mirror Exterior : 20" x 36.25"
Candelabra (each): 10.25" x 5.5" x 10"

05/23/2023

1900s Vintage Gilt Rococo Revival Side Chair - 2 Available:

Gorgeous Belle Époque France, circa 1900. The carving on these chairs (sold individually) are amazing; both crisp and well executed.

Minor gilding loss is evident on the backs, legs, and other areas frequently handled. The floral Aubusson upholstery is in excellent condition, as shown in the photos.

A beautiful chair for a dressing table, writing table, or as an elegant accent!

Dimensions:
18.75” x 17” x 36.75”

*Two chairs are available! If both purchased and within local delivery distance, delivery charge can be waived.

05/22/2023

24" Blue + White Delft Style Oriental Vase - 2 Available:

This dramatic in-scale blue + white Delft style vase measures 24.25" in height. Includes an olive-green silk tassel.

Two are available for an even more dramatic look.

Dimensions:
10.25” x 10.25” x 24.25”

05/21/2023

Antique Chinese Ancestor Portrait:

A vibrant and colorful Chinese seated ancestor portrait depicting a patriarch of 7th rank official status. He is seated wearing a beautifully decorated geometric and patterned robe and hat. Mounted in a silver leaf wood frame with linen matting.

From an estate in Baltimore, Maryland.

Circa: Early-20th Century, China

Condition: Very good. The image is bright and vibrant. The frames show signs of wear with age-appropriate wear on the image with one minor crease.

Dimensions:
18.25” x .5” x 26.25” (overall)
12” x 20.25” (artwork)

05/19/2023

24" Late 19th Century Chinese Hardwood Pot Stand With Shaped Marble Inset Top:

This 19th century antique Chinese heavily carved hardwood circular stand table features a rouge marble top insert under a carved hardwood apron with beaded trim, intricately carved legs, and a bracketed base.

Dimensions:
16.5" x 15.25" x 23.5"

05/15/2023

1840 Hand Colored Engraving of Butterflies by Lizars:

Plate 15 from one of William Jardine's Naturalist's Library volumes. Three beautifully patterned multicolored butterflies, the botanical background is etched in lightly.

His father was a publisher and an engraver, and taught William how to engrave. William led the family publishing business "Lizars" to become the experts in making finely detailed engravings of natural history subjects.

Dimensions:
9.925" x 11.925" x .925"

05/12/2023

Late 19th Century Walnut + Velvet Victorian Eastlake Side Chairs:

Late 19th century Eastlake style upholstered side chair in walnut. Spoon carved detail carvings on the top rail are accented with a burl walnut panel. The geometric floral decoration is quite charming.

There is reeding, additional carving, and more geometric spoon carving at the base of the seat.

The chairs are upholstered in a rich brick red velvet on the seat, seat back, and back. There is also decorative red trim in the same hue.

Dimensions:
17.75" x 18" x 34.75"

05/11/2023

Today’s project is getting this 1880s server’s walnut back to its proper luster and depth as shown in progress with the first photo. An extensive cleaning, picking at paint splatter, buffing out minor scratches, and a lot of elbow grease to get to this point.

05/11/2023

Aesthetic Movement Victorian Chaise Longue:

This circa 1880 chaise features walnut and walnut burl veneers in an interesting mix of transitional Victorian styles.

Perfectly scaled for smaller rooms or as a dramatic entourage piece within a larger space.

Dimensions:
72" x 25" x 33.5

Address

3647 Falls Road 2nd Floor
Baltimore, MD
21211

Telephone

6504851441

Website

https://theoldchurchonfalls.com/

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