I’ve made no secret of my love for Regency period furniture, and these quartetto tables are just one more reason to be excited about the style.  They’re absolutely brilliant.  The proportions are particularly appealing on these tables, they seem to fit together with such precision.  The arched support near the legs is also very nice, but the most exciting aspect is clearly the burl or burr yew tabletop.  Burl is essentially the grain from a diseased, bulbous growth on a tree and while it isn’t healthy for the tree, it results in quite beautiful wood.  It is rare in all cases, but exceedingly difficult to find in yew trees, so quite a luxury indeed.   Be sure to use a coaster while resting your glass of Armagnac on top.  Available until March 25th as Lot 103 in the Three Woods: A Passion for Walnut, Oak & Yew The John Parry Collection at Christie’s King Street Office in London.  The entire auction is actually quite exciting and I’ll be featuring a number of lots coming on the block over the next few days.  Those who have the time should look through the entire catalogue.

Incredibly, this striking bench was made in the United States in the 1970s – not really a golden age for American design, but I suppose there is an exception to every rule.  The new upholstery has certainly breathed new life into this piece, and the white buttons really pop against the brown cushion, giving it some depth and a bright and  airy sensibility.  Available at Michel Contessa in Miami.

Where to start with this chair, there’s so much to like about it!  The finely turned and seductively thin wood, the distinctive elongated height, the mathematical precision at the top of the chair, it’s all quite enchanting.  The patina is also wonderful and while the dealer is upfront that the seat has been reupholstered, I think they’ve chosen the perfect color to accentuate the wood and overall unique look of the piece.  Lastly, it’s an absolute steal – would you believe only $850?  I’m almost hesitant to share the source, but against my better judgment, here you are. Available at Lawson-Fenning in Los Angeles.

With thin, sexy cabriole legs and other delicious details.  Available on February 23rd as Lot 406 in the Interiors – Style and Spirit auction at Christie’s London office.

Beautifully patinated and gilt-tooled red leather top with original castors. Available on February 23rd as Lot 196 in the Interiors – Style and Spirit auction at Christie’s London office.