Wallis Antiques
UK Antique Furniture & Decorative Arts
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Antique Glass Display Table
A charming and elegant antique glass display table, beautifully crafted in dark mahogany-toned wood with an attractive aged patina.
The table features a glazed glass top and glass-panelled sides, allowing your collection to be viewed from virtually every angle. The warm golden fabric-lined interior provides a wonderful contrast to the dark wood and makes an ideal setting for displaying antique silver, jewellery, objets d’art, collectables or other treasured pieces.
The beautifully shaped cabriole legs and scalloped decorative framework give this piece an elegant period character, making it both a practical display cabinet and an attractive piece of antique furniture.
Features
Beautiful dark wood finish with natural antique character
Glazed glass top and sides
Golden fabric-lined interior
Elegant curved cabriole legs
Decorative scalloped detailing
Excellent for displaying silver, jewellery and collectibles
Particularly attractive as a feature piece in a traditional or period interior
Dimensions
Height: 74.5 cm
Length: 43 cm
Width: 30 cm
Internal height: 11 cm
A particularly attractive and versatile piece of antique furniture that would make a wonderful addition to any collection.
Available from UK Antiques.
Please study the photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the description and show the condition and character of this lovely antique piece.
French Napoleon III onyx and ormolu portico mantel clock garniture
Fine French Napoleon III green onyx and ormolu three-piece clock garniture, c.1890. The architectural portico case is mounted with gilt bronze ornament and surmounted by a classical female mask. The clock has a painted enamel dial, visible mercury-style pendulum, and an eight-day French movement striking on a coiled gong. Complete with matching pair of covered onyx and ormolu urns.
Style: The clock is in the Louis XVI Revival / Napoleon III style, with four polished onyx columns supporting the case.
Material: Made from green banded onyx (often called Algerian or Mexican onyx in the antiques trade) with gilt bronze (ormolu) mounts.
Movement: It has a French eight-day movement with a visible mercury-style pendulum and coiled gong strike, indicating it strikes.
Dial: White enamel dial with hand-painted floral garlands and ornate gilt hands, typical of quality French clocks from the late 19th century.
Garniture: The matching pair of covered urns (cassolettes) means this is a three-piece clock garniture, which is more desirable than the clock alone.
Decoration: The gilt female mask at the top is another common decorative feature of French mantel clocks from this period
Size: 42cm High x 30cm Long x 14cm Deep
Antique Country House Reception Post Box
A Rare and Original Country House Reception Post Box
This impressive antique Country House Reception Post Box is a wonderful survivor from the late Victorian or early Edwardian period. Originally positioned in the entrance hall or reception area of a large country house, manor, hotel, or prestigious office, it provided an elegant and practical way to receive daily correspondence and telegrams.
Beautifully made in solid oak with rich colour and patina developed over many decades, the post box retains its original brass "LETTERS" and "TELEGRAMS" plaques, curved glazed front, and traditional brass fittings. Its distinctive design reflects the quality of craftsmanship associated with fine English cabinet making of the period.
A Practical Piece of Postal History
Before modern mail rooms and reception desks became commonplace, country houses often had dedicated post boxes where servants collected letters delivered by the village postman. The separate compartment for telegrams reflects a fascinating period in communication history, when urgent messages were delivered by telegraph and treated differently from ordinary correspondence.
The glazed front allowed staff to quickly see whether post had arrived without opening the cabinet, while the lockable door kept important letters secure until they were collected by the household.
Exceptional Craftsmanship
Constructed from solid English wood, this post box displays all the characteristics expected of a quality period piece:
Original curved glass front
Solid oak construction
Original brass "LETTERS" and "TELEGRAMS" name plates
Brass pull knob and hinges
Attractive rich colour and untouched patina
Functional interior storage compartment
Elegant curved design throughout
The quality of the timber and the precision of the joinery suggest it was commissioned for a prestigious property where both appearance and durability were equally important.
A Decorative Statement Piece
Today, this unusual antique makes a striking decorative feature in a wide variety of interiors. Whether displayed in a country home, boutique hotel, period office, or private collection, it is certain to become a conversation piece.
It would also make a superb addition to:
Country house interiors
Hallways and reception rooms
Boutique hotels
Historic properties
Antique furniture collections
Interior design projects
Film and television productions
Condition
The post box remains in very good antique condition, displaying the honest wear expected from over a century of use. The wood has acquired a beautiful deep patina, while the original brass fittings have mellowed naturally with age. Minor marks and wear simply add to its authenticity and character.
A Rare Collector's Piece
Original country house reception post boxes rarely appear on the market, particularly examples retaining their original fittings and glazed front. Combining practicality, historical interest, and exceptional craftsmanship, this is an increasingly difficult item to source and would make a wonderful addition to any serious collection of unusual antiques or English country house furnishings.
Size: 41cm long x 26cm deep x 28cm high
Exceptional Antiques, Personally Selected with
Over 45 Years of Experience
Welcome to Wallis Antiques, an independent British antiques business offering a carefully selected collection of fine, unusual and decorative antiques from across the centuries.
My name is Barrie Wallis, and I have spent over 45 years buying, selling and handling antiques. Every piece offered for sale is individually chosen for its quality, craftsmanship, character and historical interest.
From Georgian and Victorian antiques to Art Deco, decorative objects, antique silver, clocks, furniture and unusual curiosities, our collection brings together pieces that have a story to tell.
Whether you are an established collector, an interior designer, looking for something special for your home, or simply share my passion for beautiful objects from the past.
Discover Antiques with Character
There is something special about owning an antique. Each piece carries the marks of its history, the skill of its maker and the character that can only develop over time.
At UK Antiques, you will discover an ever-changing selection of:
Georgian and Victorian antiques
Clocks and decorative objects
Art Deco and vintage pieces
Ceramics, porcelain and glass
Unusual and hard-to-find antiques
I don't simply look for old objects. I look for pieces with quality, individuality and presence—antiques that stand out and deserve to be enjoyed for another generation.
Over 45 Years of Knowledge and Experience
Buying antiques should be enjoyable, personal and based on trust.
With more than four decades of experience in the antiques trade, I have handled thousands of pieces and developed a deep appreciation for craftsmanship, design and history.
I believe in straightforward descriptions, personal service and sharing my knowledge with customers. If you have a question about an item, you can speak directly with me.
No call centres. No anonymous sales team. Just personal service from an experienced antiques dealer.
Visit Our Antiques Showroom in Newark-on-Trent
While selected antiques are available to purchase online, you can also visit us at our bricks-and-mortar showroom in Newark-on-Trent, Nottinghamshire, one of Britain's best-known historic centres for antiques.
Our wider collection is constantly changing, so there is always something new to discover.
If you are looking for a particular type of antique, please get in touch. I may have something suitable in stock or be able to help you find it.
Buy Antiques with Confidence
Every antique is carefully examined and described as accurately as possible. Age-related wear and signs of previous use are part of the character and history of genuine antiques, and any significant condition issues will be clearly mentioned.
We want you to buy with confidence and enjoy owning something genuinely individual.
Authentic antiques. Personal service. Over 45 years of experience.
Antiques for Collectors, Interiors and Film & Television
Our antiques are suitable for private collectors, period interiors, interior designers, hotels, restaurants, theatres, film productions and television sets.
From elegant Georgian silver and Victorian furniture to unusual decorative pieces and distinctive props, our collection offers authentic objects with real history and visual character.
If you are sourcing antiques for a professional project, please contact us to discuss your requirements.
Looking to Sell an Antique?
We are always interested in buying quality antiques and unusual pieces. Contact us here
If you have an individual item or collection that you believe may be of interest, please contact us with clear photographs and as much information as possible.
Please note that we do not currently offer a formal valuation service.
A Personal Passion for Antiques
For me, antiques have never simply been a business. After more than 45 years in the trade, I still enjoy the excitement of discovering an unusual piece, researching its history and finding the right new owner for it.
That passion is at the heart of UK Antiques.
Browse our latest antiques online, discover something unexpected, or come and visit us in Newark-on-Trent.
UK Antiques
Fine, unusual and decorative antiques, personally selected by Barrie Wallis.