English Furniture and Works of Art

The Fine English Furniture and Works of Art auctions at Bonhams feature examples of cabinet-work by leading furniture makers from the late 17th century to the late 19th century. Our sales have included furniture by such distinguished makers as Chippendale, Ince and Mayhew, William and John Linnell, Seddons, Gillows and George Bullock as well as many other eminent makers. Rare colonial pieces are also occasionally included in the sales such as Anglo-Indian and Chinese export furniture, while early oak and country furniture is sold through our Chester rooms. Besides furniture, our auctions also encompass works of art together with tea caddies, candlesticks, desk stands, fire grates, buckets and a variety of boxes. Sales in this category are held up to ten times a year globally, with the catalogues available to view on-line in advance of the printed catalogue.
If you are considering buying or selling furniture, a member of the specialist team will be pleased to offer their expert advice by telephone, e-mail or in person.

Lots in future auctions

Highlights from past auctions

Sold for £175,250 inc. premium
A George III sabicu, padouk and gilt-brass mounted serpentine commode attributed to John Cobb
Sold for US$ 116,500 inc. premium
Property from the estate of Genevieve "Genie" di San Faustino, California
A fine pair of George I giltwood pier mirrors ...
Sold for £97,250 inc. premium
A Regency rosewood, ebonised and parcel-gilt library writing table attributed to Gillows
Sold for £46,850 inc. premium
A pair of late George II carved giltwood console tables with pier mirrors en-suite