Exquisite carpets, furniture, and portraits from premier collections Discover a curated sale that blends ancient Chinese and Persian carpets with fine English furniture and notable portraits. This edition gathers highlights from historic collections and expert-catalogued works, offering a window into masterful design across continents and centuries.

From the textural richness of Chinese K’ang-hsi and Ch’ien-lung rugs to the elegant forms of seventeenth- and eighteenth-century English pieces, the catalog showcases remarkable craftsmanship. Expect rare rugs, garden-worthy borders, and imperial color palettes, plus a distinguished range of furniture—from carved oak and satinwood to needlepoint screens and early wainscot chairs. The accompanying portraits feature celebrated artists and sitters, with color-rich examples by Beechey, Gainsborough, Lawrence, Lely, and others, spanning regal to intimate scenes.

- A sweeping selection of Chinese and Persian carpets, including K’ang-hsi, Ch’ien-lung, Herati, and Isfahan pieces with intricate motifs and bold color.
- English furniture from the 17th and 18th centuries, including needlepoint screens, Chippendale chairs, gate-leg tables, and satinwood rooms.
- Notable portraits by major artists, with multiple full- and half-length works and historical sitters.
- A rich array of provenance notes, collection references, and catalogue illustrations to guide discerning buyers.

Ideal for collectors and connoisseurs of antique textiles, period furniture, and portraiture seeking quality, history, and European and Asian craftsmanship in one catalogued sale.

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