What periods do these artworks cover?

The selection spans multiple centuries, beginning with seventeenth-century portraits and extending through eighteenth-century works, Victorian and Edwardian pieces, up to mid-twentieth-century examples. Buyers will find styles shifting from Baroque and Dutch traditions through to nineteenth-century realism and early twentieth-century impressions.

How should I care for gilt frames?

Gilt surfaces require gentle dusting with a soft, dry brush to prevent accumulation without disturbing the delicate metallic leaf. Avoid liquid cleaners and direct sunlight, which can discolour the finish and dry out the underlying wood.

Are all the frames original to the pieces?

Many items retain their period surrounds, such as burr maple or traditional moulded giltwood contemporary to the creation of the artwork. Over the centuries, some pieces have been paired with complementary historic frames that match the aesthetic of the period.

What subjects are most common?

Equine studies, portraits of gentlemen and animals, and landscape scenes dominate the available selection of paintings and works on paper. Maritime views, floral still lifes, and narrative genre scenes also appear frequently across the different centuries.