#Georgian Antiques

[banefolk]

Antique Georgian mourning rings (1714-1830s).

[luxus-aeterna]

baroque gentle lady | IG

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Characteristic Features of Georgian Antiques

Georgian antiques range from the period of 18th century to mid 19th century. These antiques are much lighter and refined as compared to Gothic style furniture.

Since Georgian furniture was highly decorated and accessorized, in the early ages only the very rich and royal families could afford it. It was not intended for the common man.

Later on, these pieces of antiques became smaller and more focused towards the common man. The main focus of Georgian furniture was on fine lines and small petite structures. It usually had neutral colours. Brass was commonly used and there were carvings of egg and dart, shell and lions head patterns. Since Georgian furniture made use of mahogany, it was more durable and lasted much longer than walnut based furniture. Mahogany is also water resistant and highly resistant against pests.

Georgian furniture had a wide range of dressers, card tables, console tables, book cases and much more. They were extremely useful and long lasting, although a little on the higher side when it came to price. This was because of the extensive carving and decoration that marked the whole essence of Georgian antique furniture. Arts, literature, and architecture were all highly depicted by the extremely precise carvings and just the right amount of decoration to make the furniture durable.

Couches and chairs of the era were also made beautifully with the use of mahogany. Antique Georgian furniture is the right choice for those who want different kinds of antiques in their homes. We have some fine examples of Georgian Antiques at our antiques shop West Sussex. Do drop by to have a look at our extensive collection.

[shewhoworshipscarlin]

Notebook cover, 1831, Germany.

[boylerpf]

A four piece antique amethyst parure, 1830s, comprising of a graduating oval faceted necklace, a pair of circular- and pear cut amethyst ear pendants with dangling amethysts and an amethyst brooch, all mounted in gold.

Source - IG

[medeasmix]

Harlequin jewellery were popular in the Georgian and Victorian eras. The name was used for colourful pieces set with gems in an array of different colours making for playful and fun jewellery. Like this pretty Georgian era brooch, set with sapphires, emeralds, amethysts garnets, pastes, chrysoberyl and a conch pearl. Luxorious and cheerful at the same time.

This beauty will be available soon. To see what is in the shop right now, please follow the link below.

[pastlivesfinery]

Costume Parisien, 1800 🩷

[allaboutrings]

Georgian 18k Gold Chrysoberyl and Ruby Ring

[resplendentoutfit]

Acrostic Jewelry of the Georgian/Regency Era

The central obsessions of the Regency era were courtship, romance, and, eventually, marriage. This also translated to the jewels of the period, and they were used to express devotion in a romantic or friendly sense—and also to share secrets with a lover.

An acrostic ring spelling out “dear” might feature a (D)iamond, (E)merald, (A)methyst, and (R)uby to spell out D-E-A-R. The ring below uses the same method to spell "regard".

Above is a key to help you solve the message in the brooch below. You can also try to decipher the messages in the jewelry examples above.

[gemville]

Georgian Pink Topaz Riviere Necklace In Gold (With Foil Back)

Photo Courtesy: Fred Leighton

Source: forbes.com

[blue-and-gilt]

What happens when a friend and fellow sword collector comes round to talk swords, collecting, rifles, books and generally chew the fat.

[memories-of-ancients]

Bronze incense burner, Georgia, 3rd-4th century AD

from The Georgian National Museum

[luxus-aeterna]

une vieille âme à Nouvelles Orléans

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Gambier spoon (1818)

I obtained a silver fiddle pattern spoon made in 1818 with Gambier heraldry, showing an 'eagle displayed'. Crazy to think that this spoon was made when Fitzjames was 5 years old. It's so cool to have this!

Somehow one of the forks that John Rae brought back from the Arctic in 1854 was attributed as having belonged to Fitzjames. It didn't have the Gambier eagle but rather a cockatrice which belongs to a different family. But being illegitimate Fitzjames did not get to use a family crest or heraldry anyway unless he created his own variation. One of the things I'm researching is how the fork misattribution came about. The fork is in the collection of the National Museum of Scotland, where it's on display:

[Pic by me from my visit in March 2024]

[shewhoworshipscarlin]

Mandolin thimble holder, 1820.

[boylerpf]

Antique Georgian Pearl Cluster Amethyst Ring

Found on Boylerpf.com