A wonderful antique three-light cast iron chandelier, dating from the 1920’s. This Tudor chandelier begins with a hammered hook with scrolling vines below. At the  More »

A wonderful antique three-light cast iron chandelier, dating from the 1920’s. This Tudor chandelier begins with a hammered hook with scrolling vines below. At the center of the chandelier, arms formed of hammered faux straps support a ring-shaped chandelier body, featuring hammered leaves and three downward-facing lights. The chandelier finishes in a twisted iron loop finial. This light fixture is in excellent condition; it has been professionally rewired and comes with all the necessary attachments for modern installation. The chandelier measures 13-3/8" wide, 18" tall, and 28-3/5" long overall. Coordinating chandeliers are also available under items # NC1215-RW and # NC1216-RW. NC1214-RW   « Less

Boylston Antiques is proud to present This Walnut Etagere Waterfall Whatnot C. 1870. 3 Fretwork galleried shelves atop 2 un-galleried shelves, united by turned  More »

Boylston Antiques is proud to present This Walnut Etagere Waterfall Whatnot C. 1870. 3 Fretwork galleried shelves atop 2 un-galleried shelves, united by turned supports. Top 4 shelves have turned finials where the supports pierce the shelves. Each shelf features superb serpentine curves in front and on the sides. A wonderful example of Rococo Revival style in America. It is sometimes called a “Waterfall Whatnot” due to the graduation of the shelves. Measurements: Height: 58 inches. Width: 36 inches. Depth: 15 ½ inches. A wonderful display piece for your collection of fine glass or china! Condition: . This piece is in overall good condition. It is sturdy. There are some minor nicks and scrapes, especially along the leading edges of the shelves, consistent with the age of the piece. Some of the fretwork has been re-glued. All items are sold "as is" and all sales are final. This is an antique piece of furniture; small nicks and scratches are part of the beauty of an antique and are not described unless significant. This etagere may be picked up in Boylston, MA. We can arrange for delivery within 100 miles. Please e-mail for a delivery estimate with your location and particulars. Locations beyond 100 miles will require a freight estimate. Please ask any questions prior to offering to purchase. PayPal accepted.   « Less

Boylston Antiques is proud to present This Walnut Etagere Waterfall Whatnot C. 1870. 3 Fretwork galleried shelves atop 2 un-galleried shelves, united by turned  More »

Boylston Antiques is proud to present This Walnut Etagere Waterfall Whatnot C. 1870. 3 Fretwork galleried shelves atop 2 un-galleried shelves, united by turned supports. Top 4 shelves have turned finials where the supports pierce the shelves. Each shelf features superb serpentine curves in front and on the sides. A wonderful example of Rococo Revival style in America. It is sometimes called a “Waterfall Whatnot” due to the graduation of the shelves. Measurements: Height: 58 inches. Width: 36 inches. Depth: 15 ½ inches. A wonderful display piece for your collection of fine glass or china! Condition: . This piece is in overall good condition. It is sturdy. There are some minor nicks and scrapes, especially along the leading edges of the shelves, consistent with the age of the piece. Some of the fretwork has been re-glued. All items are sold "as is" and all sales are final. This is an antique piece of furniture; small nicks and scratches are part of the beauty of an antique and are not described unless significant. This etagere may be picked up in Boylston, MA. We can arrange for delivery within 100 miles. Please e-mail for a delivery estimate with your location and particulars. Locations beyond 100 miles will require a freight estimate. Please ask any questions prior to offering to purchase. PayPal accepted.   « Less

A handsome antique five-light Tudor chandelier with fleur-de-lis accents, dating from the 1920’s. This cast iron chandelier begins in a loop finial atop a hammered  More »

A handsome antique five-light Tudor chandelier with fleur-de-lis accents, dating from the 1920’s. This cast iron chandelier begins in a loop finial atop a hammered pole that runs the length of the chandelier body. Hammered iron bands with large fleurs-de-lis support a circular chandelier body. The circular band is ornamented with a hammered vine design, with five downward-facing lights. Hammered faux straps run from the center of the chandelier to support the outer ring, and the chandelier finishes in a twisted iron loop finial. This light fixture is in excellent condition; it has been professionally rewired and comes with all the necessary attachments for modern installation. The chandelier measures 17-1/4" wide, 19" tall, and 30" long overall. Coordinating chandeliers are also available under items # NC1214-RW and # NC1216-RW. NC1215-RW   « Less

A fabulous antique five-light Tudor chandelier in cast iron, dating from the 1920’s. This cast iron chandelier begins in a loop finial atop a hammered pole that runs  More »

A fabulous antique five-light Tudor chandelier in cast iron, dating from the 1920’s. This cast iron chandelier begins in a loop finial atop a hammered pole that runs the length of the chandelier body. Hammered bands with leaf details support the lower portion of the chandelier body. The lower body is a circular band of a scrolling vine and leaf pattern with five downward facing lights. Hammered faux straps run from the center of the chandelier to support the outer ring, and the chandelier finishes in a twisted iron loop finial. This light fixture is in excellent condition; it has been professionally rewired and comes with all the necessary attachments for modern installation. The chandelier measures 17-1/4" wide, 19-1/4" tall, and 30" long overall. Coordinating chandeliers are also available under items # NC1214-RW and # NC1215-RW. NC1216-RW   « Less

Lovely pair of Circa 1930 Streamline design wall sconces. Original backplates and original shades. The contrasting metals of the backplates just scream "Streamline Deco"  More »

Lovely pair of Circa 1930 Streamline design wall sconces. Original backplates and original shades. The contrasting metals of the backplates just scream "Streamline Deco" to the max. The contrasting cast iron frame with the nickel plated steel elements are so very striking. Naturally, with 80 or so years of life, the nickel is not perfect and has very minor imperfections. Just goes with the age. But even these age marks are not serious and do not affect the overall impact of the sconces. These sconces have been completely re-wired with all new sockets and wired to UL standards. The switch is below the fitter cup holding the shade instead of on the backplate, adding to the attractiveness of the lights. Mounting hardware will be supplied as shown. Measurements: The Overall sconce height is 9". The maximum width is 6 1/2", which is the shade width. It will project from the wall 7". $350.00 for the pair... plus shipping.   « Less

Pair of sconces....Venus arising from the sea motif. Solid brass with cut glass shades included. Made from solid brass and re-wired to accept 100 watt bulbs. Mounts  More »

Pair of sconces....Venus arising from the sea motif. Solid brass with cut glass shades included. Made from solid brass and re-wired to accept 100 watt bulbs. Mounts with a special crossbar that picks up mounting screws at the very top and the very bottom of the backplate. We assume that that this was done to prevent holes being drilled in the center of the motif. Overall Light Measurements: Height: 12", Width: 6 1/2", Projection: 9". Price for the two sconces: $395.00 plus shipping.   « Less

Fine Streamline Art Deco five light chandelier by Markel Electric Products, Buffalo, New York. Circa 1935-37. This nice chandelier is finished in the "Venetian Bronze"  More »

Fine Streamline Art Deco five light chandelier by Markel Electric Products, Buffalo, New York. Circa 1935-37. This nice chandelier is finished in the "Venetian Bronze" (as Markel called it). It was available either in this nice bronze finish or nickel plated during the '30s. Nice original finish and shades....but...re-wired to current UL standards by our lamp department. Ready to go and lovely. $895.00   « Less

A double-hanging kerosene fluid lamp from the late Victorian or early Edwardian era. Circa 1880 to 1900. This quality light had a great reservoir in the center of the  More »

A double-hanging kerosene fluid lamp from the late Victorian or early Edwardian era. Circa 1880 to 1900. This quality light had a great reservoir in the center of the light which was easy to fill and long lasting. There is also some storage on each burner array. Would guess that this light was popular in a retail shop environment since the burner size is large and the duration was significant. Other locations could be kitchens, restaurants, hallways or offices. Amazing that it has survived the various modernisations over the years. We have not touched the original finish and it is still the way we obtained it. The oil burners have been converted to electric some years ago by others so the clear glass funnels are gone but the shades remain nicely in their original holders. We actually had to re-wire this light since the older conversion wiring was due for change. Measurements: Price: $595.00 which includes the shades. Shipping is extra.   « Less

Older Arts & Crafts (Craftsman) low ceiling lighting fixture. At this time, two of these are available and we are very pleased with their condition. Circa 1920-40, the  More »

Older Arts & Crafts (Craftsman) low ceiling lighting fixture. At this time, two of these are available and we are very pleased with their condition. Circa 1920-40, the slag glass panels are in great shape. The steel frame has aged and is rustic in nature. We have not touched it and believe it should be left alone, but the final decision would be the customer's. Measurements: These hexagonal fixtures measure 15" wide across the flats and 17 1/2" across the points. The fixture is a mere 7 1/4" in height. Each fixture contains two light bulbs. There is a note inside the housing that recommends not to exceed 150 watts per bulb. There is also an aluminum reflector inside the housing to reflect & boost the power of each light bulb which we think is pretty clever. Nicely done. The bottom panel is secured with two fitter screws. When unscrewed, the bottom, which is on a hinge, opens to reveal an easy re-lamping format. These lights have all been re-wired in our UL shop and are ready for installation. Price: $295.00 which includes the art glass panels. Shipping is extra.   « Less