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Browse through our latest antique furniture transformations

 

In the lead up to spring this year, we have had a surprising selection of antique pieces come through the workshop.  From a pretty pair of French antique stools, the perfect accent to any interior, to a client’s bold fabric choice on a pair of French wingbacks and a discovery of a 19th century makers mark on the desktop of an exceptional writing table.  Have a look below for detailed shots of the latest pieces to come out of the Wallrocks workshop.

Do you have a sharp eye?  One that can peer through centuries of dust and threadbare fabric to the hidden potential of a piece that could become a fabulous edition to your home?  Have a look through our New Arrivals and beyond to see if you can find anything from the collection that could be transformed in a similar way to the pieces below.  If you are at a loss as to where to begin:  These French bergère armchairs, this 19th century French decorated Louis XVI settee or this Exceptional French Writing Table would transform similarly to those below, among many others.

  Take a look at the latest Before and afters below…

 

 

 

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Exceptional 19th Century French Plum Pudding Mahogany Louis XVI Writing Table

The transformation of this Plum Pudding Mahogany Writing Table is a wonderful example of restoration at its finest. Signed by the upholsterer on April 23rd 1892, The right mahogany lined draw stamped H. NELSON, the left with the London retailers stamp S.&H.JEWEL. London...Provenance this specific is rare. Wondering what other writing tables would restore to this standard? Click here to view a similar writing table in the collection by Charles Mellier https://www.wallrocks.com.au/collection/furniture/exceptional-french-writing-table-by-charles-mellier/

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Exceptional 19th Century French Plum Pudding Mahogany Louis XVI Writing Table

The transformation of this Plum Pudding Mahogany Writing Table is a wonderful example of restoration at its finest. Signed by the upholsterer on April 23rd 1892, The right mahogany lined draw stamped H. NELSON, the left with the London retailers stamp S.&H.JEWEL. London...Provenance this specific is rare.

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Exceptional 19th Century French Plum Pudding Mahogany Louis XVI Writing Table

A detailed look at the stark contrast pre and post restoration.

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Exceptional 19th Century French Plum Pudding Mahogany Louis XVI Writing Table

Upholsterer's handwriting discovered during the restoration process 1892.

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Exceptional 19th Century French Plum Pudding Mahogany Louis XVI Writing Table

Impeccable brass corners, just waiting for a new leather desktop to be put in place.

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Fine pair of gilded Armchairs

This pair of elegant 19th century gilded French armchairs are looking ethereal now in their new embroidered silk Palais Royal fabric. The matching settee is still available here https://www.wallrocks.com.au/collection/furniture/seating/sofas-day-beds-stools-window-seats/fine-19th-century-english-gilt-wood-sofa/

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French 19th Century Queen Bed

This French 19th Century Queen Bed has had its original damaged cane replaced with upholstery in one of the most intriguing fabrics we have seen in years - a custom ordered French hand embroidery depicting divine mythical creatures, trees and flowers. A truly delightful transformation!

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Set ten 19th Century French dining chairs

A decadent fabric choice on these beautiful oak carvers. Lovely contrast against the carvings and grain of the oak. Re-imagine your own set of dining chairs here... https://www.wallrocks.com.au/collection/furniture/dining-chairs/

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A decadent fabric choice on these beautiful oak carvers. Lovely contrast against the carvings and grain of the oak. Re-imagine your own set of dining chairs here... https://www.wallrocks.com.au/collection/furniture/dining-chairs/

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Fine 19th Century French Marquetry Queen Bed

Here the magic is in the details - particularly the ormolu and parquetry panels. Our restorers use traditional, gentle restoration techniques to bring fine beds such back to life.

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Fine 19th Century French Marquetry Queen Bed

Here the magic is in the details - particularly the ormolu and parquetry panels. Our restorers use traditional, gentle restoration techniques to bring fine beds such back to life.

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Fine 19th Century French Marquetry Queen Bed

Here the magic is in the details - particularly the ormolu and parquetry panels. Our restorers use traditional, gentle restoration techniques to bring fine beds such back to life.

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It took quite the imagination to see how this dusty old bed coronet would transform...but transform it did into a beautiful framing feature for the exceptional bed.

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It took quite the imagination to see how this dusty old bed coronet would transform...but transform it did into a beautiful framing feature for the exceptional bed.

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A Unique Upholstery Choice for French Wingback Armchairs

This pair of 19th century French wingback armchairs are show-shoppers in their bold new fabric.

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Parcel Gilt French Queen Bed

This new subdued fabric choice contrasts nicely with the gilt on this beautiful French queen bed. Re-imagine your own French bed here https://www.wallrocks.com.au/collection/furniture/beds/

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Parcel Gilt French Queen Bed

This new subdued fabric choice contrasts nicely with the gilt on this beautiful French queen bed. Re-imagine your own French bed here https://www.wallrocks.com.au/collection/furniture/beds/

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19th century French walnut dining table

After a good clean and polish, using our traditional restoration methods, this French walnut dining table is looking beautiful in its new home.

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