Fairly spectacular in detail, this table is certainly one of the highlights at the upcoming Pastoral Idyll auction at Christie’s London. This isn’t period unfortunately, but is inspired by the influential 18th century garden designer Batty Langley. There’s so much to talk about on this piece, but I particularly like the choice of stone on the top, the pockmarked stone lends a certain quality to it, grounds the design, really. The general carving is so intricate, from the rosettes to the leaves in the feet in the frieze, and it has a formal quality while still carrying the overall garden theme with the design elements. Now all you need is a fitting garden in which to place it!
Lot 9 Hanham Court – Pastoral Idyll – until April 14th at Christie’s London – South Kensington
