Auction alert: Danish/Swedish and English mid-century

146 lots are coming under the hammer on Sunday 12^th February 2023 at Harrisons Antiques. They describe the sale as a “Very Rare Danish/Swedish and English mid-century ONLY” auction. The sale, which starts at 10.30am, consists of almost 150 lots; there’s a large selection of vintage sideboards, dining and coffee tables, desks and sets of dining chairs.

The buyer’s premium is 20% plus VAT. Bidding via EasyLiveAuction incurs a further fee of either a flat £3.00 or 3% of the total price.

Harrisons is located between between Barnsley and Doncaster in South Yorkshire if you’re interested in collecting any won items. If this isn’t a convenient option, they offer a postage service:

Small parcels (up to 1kg): £9+VAT
Medium parcels (1-3kg): £15+VAT

Delivery of furniture items to UK mainland for 1 item £85 excluding certain areas. Please contact us for more details on larger items and for more then one item. Also 2 man delivery also available.
Small items sent via parcel courier and sent at the buyers risk. Harrison’s will package to the best of our ability.

Lot 6: Bang & Olufsen Retro design 40″ Flat screen TV with motorised base

Estimate: £200 -£400

Lot 25: 6 Ultra rare Swedish chairs

By Sven Erik Fryklund for Hagafors Mobel

Lot 33: Frem Rojle round Danish teak table + 4 tuck away chairs

Estimate: £800 -£1,200

Lot 48: Rare blonde Ercol 493 elbow chair

Lot 54: Rare blonde Ercol love seat

Estimate: £200 -£300

Lot 56: Danish teak mid century trolley

Estimate: £100 -£200

Lot 78: Danish ceramic tile top nest of tables by Ox Art for Trioh

Lot 85: Le Corbusier mid century leather & chrome 3 seater sofa

Estimate: £400 -£600

Lot 112: Kofod Larsen mid century vinyl back headboard for G-plan

Estimate: £150 -£250

Lot 132: 4 Retro Italian Mid Century chairs

Estimate: £50 -£100

Lot 144: Janine Abraham + Dirk Jan Rol wicker chair

Estimate: £250 -£300

Lot 142: Danish trolley for Johannes Andersen for Toften

Estimate: £150 -£200

Lot 145: 9-Bay Danish Ladderax/wall unit

Modular with lots of spares
Estimate: £300 -£400

Top 6 reasons you need to get garden furniture

If you’re looking for a way to make your garden stand out from the rest, one of the best investments you can make is adding garden furniture. Furnishing your garden is a great way to upgrade your outdoor living space, and it can bring more life and style to the area. Whether you’re hoping to create an outdoor lounge zone, a dining space or simply a place for everyone to kick back and relax, garden furniture can help you do just that.

Garden furniture adds style and sophistication to your garden

Garden furniture can help give your garden a sophisticated, stylish look. With a wide range of designs and materials available, you can find the perfect pieces to complement the rest of your garden décor. Whether you go for classic wooden or modern metal examples, you’re bound to find something that will add style and sophistication to your outdoor living space.

Garden furniture provides comfort and seating

With garden furniture, you can create a comfortable seating area perfect for enjoying meals al fresco or simply relaxing in the sun. Garden furniture comes in a variety of materials and sizes, so you’ll easily find something that suits your needs. Whether you’re looking for a few small chairs and tables, or something larger like an outdoor sofa, you’ll be able to find the perfect pieces to create your ideal seating area.

Garden furniture can help you enjoy your garden all year round

Much outdoor furniture is designed to withstand all weather conditions, so it’s perfect for enjoying your garden all year round. Whether it’s the middle of summer or the middle of winter, you can enjoy your outdoor living space with the help of garden furniture. With weather-resistant materials and UV protection, you can be sure that your garden furniture can be left out permanently and will last for many years.

Garden furniture can help you make the most of your outdoor space

Garden furniture can help you make the most of your outdoor living area. Whether you have a large garden or a small balcony, adding some furniture can help create an inviting and comfortable space that you can use all year round. If you’re short on space, you can opt for collapsible furniture or stackable chairs which can help you make the most of your outdoor area.

Garden furniture adds value to your home

Garden furniture is a great way to add value to your home. Adding stylish and comfortable garden furniture can be a great selling point when marketing your home. Plus, it’s a great way of improving the appearance of your garden, which can help increase the value of your property.

Garden furniture is affordable and easy to maintain

Garden furniture can be incredibly affordable and easy to maintain. Regular cleaning allows you to keep your garden furniture looking as good as new for years to come. Plus, with a wide range of styles and materials available, you’re sure to find something that fits your budget and your garden aesthetic. You can have a look at ArchiPro which has a wide range of outdoor furniture available to match your garden’s theme.

Garden furniture is an essential part of any outdoor living space. With the right pieces, you can create a comfortable seating area perfect for entertaining, relaxing or dining al fresco. In addition, it adds style and sophistication to your garden, can help you make the most of your outdoor space and adds value to your home. So why not invest in some quality garden furniture today? You won’t regret it!

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Furnishing your living room: How to get it right

The living room is, as the name suggests, the part of your house where your family lives and relaxes together. If you have guests over, then the living room is where you welcome them into your home.

However, despite how important the living room is, it’s often one of the least appreciated rooms when it comes to furnishing and decorating. Here are some tips to help with furnishing your living room and give the space the love and attention it deserves.

Avoid the show home look

One trap a lot of people fall into when furnishing their living space is trying to make it look like a show home. While some people like this look, it can come across as sterile and impersonal.

The most important aspect of your living room is that it’s comfortable and feels like home. It should also be personal to you and your family, which means that every living room should feel lived in.

One of the best way to make your living room more homely is to get framed artwork. Artwork is a fantastic way to personalise your home as you can focus on choosing art that you like and that speaks to you.

You should also make use of other smaller accessories to make your living room feel more homely. Each item tells a story and says something about you, so put some thought and care into it.

Soft furnishings

Your larger pieces of furniture have both form and function. Your living room needs comfortable seating to accommodate your family and your guests. Sofas and easy chairs are by far the most popular options, and it’s always best to ensure that you have more seating than you need rather than less. Nobody likes to be the one that’s relegated to sitting on the floor!

However, you also want your sofa and seating to look attractive. Check out the top sofa trends in 2022 for some style ideas. Another good option to style your larger furniture is to invest in plenty of soft furnishings like throws, cushions, and blankets. Sofa covers are another good way to both style your sofa and protect it from dogs or children.

Soft furnishings, in general, are a great way to make your living room more homely. For example, the perfect rug can tie your room together and break up large expanses of bare flooring. Rugs are an especially good choice if you have hardwood floors or laminate, as they make the room look and feel warmer and softer. They also protect more delicate flooring and can be easier to clean.

Lighting

The lighting in your living room has a huge impact on how it looks. A brighter room seems larger and airier. You can use mirrors to enhance this effect and make it seem even more light-filled. However, you may prefer a darker environment for relaxing in your living room. As such, dimmer lighting is warmer and cosier.

Natural light is the gold standard, as it can improve your mood and health. You can control how much natural light is in your room by making good use of blinds and curtains.

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Auction alert: Antique & general items

Coming up early next year, is a two-day auction of antique & general items; 1,595 lots to include a number of Ercol furniture pieces, a collection of Hermès & other silk scarves and a range of vintage cane, bamboo and rattan furniture.

The sale is being held by Churchill Auctions on Monday 9^th January 2023 from 9:59am.

All lots sold will be subject to premium on the hammer price of 18% (Minimum of £1 per lot) + VAT payable on the premium – unless otherwise stated by an asterisk).
Live online bidding is available via EasyLiveAuction for just £3 per auction, or you can choose to pay 3.6% – choose the premium option if you intend to spend less than £100 (EasyLive’s fees are on top of our commission).

The auction house gives no lot estimates and offers only a limited postage service – so you may need to be willing to travel to Didcot in Oxfordshire to collect.