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Nicholas & Alistair is an Australian gallery retailing original European 20th Century antique furniture, decorative objects and applied arts.

02/11/2026

New Arrival: Pair of Bedside Cabinets, produced in France, c1930s. Crafted from sycamore, each cabinet features a rectangular body with paired burl-veneered doors framed by contrasting straight-grained borders. Fitted with circular brass handles, the doors open to reveal internal storage. Dramatic tapering legs extend from the four corners, their rounded tops finished with carved collars. A shaped lower apron with a central scroll motif adds a decorative flourish. A refined example of French Art Deco furniture, executed by an accomplished cabinetmaker.⁣
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WIDTH 610mm⁣
DEPTH 350mm⁣
HEIGHT 600mm

31/10/2026

New Arrival: Pair of Bird Sculptures by Alexander Blazquez, Mexico, c1960s. Designed as stylised Montezuma quails, each bird has a rounded body formed from intricately layered strips of metal, cut and curled to suggest overlapping plumage. Scalloped brass breast feathers contrast with the darker metal of the wings and back, while raised crests and pointed beaks give the birds expressive profiles. A distinctive example of Mexican modernist design.⁣
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WIDTH 200mm⁣
DEPTH 200mm⁣
HEIGHT 265mm

28/10/2026

New Arrival: Substantial Table Lamp attributed to Pietro Chiesa, Italy, c1930s, sourced from a bank in Rome. A tall, patinated brass column with turned timber fittings rises from a circular timber base inset with a substantial disc of clear glass, its thick edge revealing a green tint. Globes within the shade provide diffused illumination, complemented by a central uplight. The generous drum shade has been custom-made by our team using a Braquenié fabric by Pierre Frey, featuring white embroidered lions against a pale green ground and finished with coordinating braided trim.⁣
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HEIGHT 950mm⁣
DIAMETER 600mm

26/10/2026

New Arrival: ‘Jangada’ Lounge Chair and Footstool, designed by Jean Gillon in Brazil, 1968. Inspired by the traditional fishing rafts of Bahia, the chair features a hand-crafted jacaranda frame supporting a suspended rope net that cradles the padded leather cushions. Broad, rounded armrests flank the seat, while tall rear uprights support a separate leather headrest. The open rope construction remains visible around the sides and back, contrasting with the rich grain of the timber and the original leather upholstery. The matching footstool features a buttoned leather cushion set between gently curved jacaranda rails.⁣
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Dimensions below are for the lounge chair. The footstool measures: Width 680mm X Depth 425mm X Height 325mm⁣
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WIDTH 1000mm⁣
DEPTH 1100mm⁣
SEAT HEIGHT 425mm⁣
BACK HEIGHT 800mm

26/10/2026

New Arrival: Coffee Table produced by Mario Sabot, Italy, c1970s. Refinished in vivid blue enamel, the table features a substantial rectangular top supported by a recessed plinth base, giving the broad surface a floating appearance. A rectangular recess at the centre holds a polished steel insert, designed to accommodate bottles or decorative objects. The table’s low profile and clean geometry give it a strong architectural presence, while its saturated colour reflects the bold approach of 1970s Italian furniture design.⁣
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WIDTH 1300mm⁣
DEPTH 800mm⁣
HEIGHT 355mm

26/10/2026

New Arrival: A unique Floor Lamp designed by Enea Bracciali, Italy, 1990. The lamp features a chromed tubular metal frame rising from a stepped circular base and returning in a narrow loop at the top. An adjustable arm supports a large, flared glass shade with a mottled tortoiseshell effect. Sliding fittings allow the light to be raised or lowered, while articulated joints enable the shade to be angled as required. A curved hook on the upright holds the cable, adding a distinctive functional detail. The lamp is signed on the base.⁣
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WIDTH 780mm⁣
DEPTH 450mm⁣
HEIGHT 2150mm

24/10/2026

New Arrival: Pair of Sun-Loungers - in the manner of Lio Carminati, and produced in Italy, c1950s. The white-painted metal frames feature sweeping side rails and gently curved seats, with adjustable backrests supported by hooked rear brackets. Small scrolls finish the tops of the backrests, while spoked rear wheels allow the loungers to be repositioned with ease. We have newly upholstered the fitted cushions in an outdoor performance fabric by Jim Thompson.⁣
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WIDTH 2000mm⁣
DEPTH 650mm⁣
BACK HEIGHT 680mm (raised)

22/10/2026

New Arrival: ‘Snail’ Lounge Chair, purchased in France and dating from the mid-20th century. The chair features continuous bentwood armrests that curl inwards to form large spiral supports beneath the seat. The gently reclining backrest and seat are woven with fine natural cord in an open basketweave pattern. An unusual example of 20th-century European furniture design.⁣
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WIDTH 615mm⁣
DEPTH 750mm⁣
SEAT HEIGHT 360mm⁣
BACK HEIGHT 830mm⁣

21/10/2026

New Arrival: ‘Grid’ Coffee Table, produced in Italy, c1970s. The table features a square top crafted from intersecting strips of walnut wood, forming an open grid within a matching timber frame. A thick pane of clear glass rests above the lattice, revealing the detail of its construction. Four black enamelled steel legs support the table, their upper ends finished with square brass caps visible beneath the glass at each corner. A clever and well-crafted example of 1970s Italian furniture design.⁣
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WIDTH 1000mm⁣
DEPTH 1000mm⁣
HEIGHT 455mm

20/10/2026

New Arrival: Pair of Venetian Armchairs produced in Italy, late 19th century. Crafted from walnut, the chairs feature elegantly shaped open backs with hand-carved floral details and decorative turned uprights. Fluted armrests and slender turned front legs continue the fine detailing of the frames. We have newly upholstered the seat cushions in a textured coral fabric by Italian textile company l’Opificio.⁣
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WIDTH 520mm⁣
DEPTH 440mm⁣
SEAT HEIGHT 480mm⁣
BACK HEIGHT 910mm⁣

Address

387 Johnston Street
Abbotsford, VIC
3067

Telephone

+61394869595

Website

http://nicholasandalistair.com/

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