Furniture and Decoration in the Louis XVI Style
The Louis XVI style is one of the most prominent and most often imitated styles for furniture and interior decoration. The style, of course, is named after the French King Louis-Auguste who succeeded Louis XIV and Louis XV, both of whom are also associated with their own iconic styles of…
The ‘ABCs’ of Furniture Anatomy & Decorative Characteristics
The various features of furniture sometimes have practical and straightforward names, words that are easily understood. If a chair has four curved ‘legs’, or ‘arms’ that are covered in upholstery, we know what that means. We can associate those words with features on objects in our own home and easily…
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 are still mysterious and have yet to be fully discovered!…
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BUTCHOFF ANTIQUES, London : @ButchoffBoys The mission of Butchoff Antiques is to provide their clients with the very best quality statement antique furniture, mirrors, lighting and decorative objects from the 18th and 19th centuries, both English and Continental, and display these in their Kensington Church Street, London showroom. What They…
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 the timeless designs created in the past. 5 Reasons to…
