We’ve said it before - choosing fabric can be a daunting task, especially when it comes to antiques. Upholstery can either make your fine 19th century French walnut ...
Introduced in the 1780s, the Carlton House table, or desk, signified a certain level of prestige as its elegance of craftsmanship and use of expensive materials made it ...
In the world of antiques, some pieces are so well executed - in both design and construction - that they are more than their utilitarian sum. Rare, exquisitely made, ...
A Round up of some of our favourites for 2022 When it comes to selecting fine antiques, choosing high quality pieces with provenance is a given, but determining their ...
For a long time the concept of entertaining at home seemed an art largely consigned to the past. However if Covid has had one positive impact on us, it ...
Making 19th century furniture It is no secret that the perfect antique can be difficult to find. When one of our dear clients approached Wallrocks seeking a set of 19th ...
What is Chinoiserie and why the fascination? Chinoiserie design is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful, depicting elaborate Chinese characters, exotic animals, birds, boats, flowing water and blossoming trees. ...
In the lead up to spring this year, we have had a surprising selection of antique pieces come through the workshop. From a pretty pair of French antique stools, ...
In the world of 18th and 19th century furniture, provenance is highly sought after and rarely attained. So often, time has destroyed all links to the past. So, suffice ...
Refurbishing One's Tranquility - Antique Card TablesThere is a crispness appearing in the air...the first signs of autumn marking the end of the frangipanis. The westerly winds start to blow, ...
Wallrocks Restoration Transformations: A huge part of the excitement for our clients is seeing these beautiful but often forgotten pieces transform to their former glory! Handing a 200 year old ...
Anna Spiro is one of Australia’s most well-known and talented Interior Designers. In working across both the retail and commercial sectors, she has made a mark in her imaginative designs, ...