The 1895 Milan Grand Prix, drawn by A. Bonamore for the weekly Illustrated Secolo della Domenica

The Grand Prix of Milan from 1895, drawn by A. Bonamore for the weekly Illustrated Secolo della Domenica, published by Sonzogno since 1889. 296 from 26 May 1895. Presented in a cardboard frame with watercolour profiles in good condition.

Exclusive antique furniture and accessories can be an excellent idea for decorating our interiors. Currently, there are more and more enthusiasts of high-quality old products that have a specific character and soul. It is a nod to the history, creation, and design of classic and timeless furniture. There are many different styles in antique furniture, each with its distinctive features.  

There are many different styles characterising antique furniture, but we can highlight a few of the most important ones. Eclectic furniture belongs to the 19th century, which is dominated by the Biedermeier style. Its variations in the early years of this century include neo-Gothic, Gothic, Rococo, Louis Philippe style, and finally the English Victorian style. By the end of the century, these styles transition into pseudo-styles of Classicism, Renaissance, and Baroque.

Empire style furniture dates from the period between the late 18th and early 19th centuries. It originated during the reign of Napoleon, where there was a significant resemblance and reference to Roman and Greek decorations.

Classicist furniture is the Louis XVI style, which also strongly references ancient architecture. Interesting and noteworthy are all antique products in the Rococo and Louis XV styles. Next is Baroque, whose name comes from the Portuguese 'barocco' – which translates to an irregularly developed pearl. These were very representative pieces of furniture, designed to literally ooze glamour and play a significant role in luxury. Exceptional, selectively used materials were employed to further emphasise the grand tone of these items.

Today, we can observe how the Baroque style has significantly influenced today's classic furniture, which is designed with great similarity to the past era. Another significant style is the Renaissance, which flourished in the 15th and 16th centuries and also had a major impact on the art of furniture making. Renaissance style was quite heavy and massive. Brown stains were used, as well as cornices, strong plinths, and bas-reliefs. It can certainly be said that these were quite specific products, but they offered many new possibilities, such as the construction of sideboards or generally broadly understood chest furniture. Here, too, there was an interest in mythology and ancient times, so supports or legs took on animal forms.

Lion's paws, eagle's heads – these are common sights in the Renaissance style. Currently, many global brands recreate such furniture, taking examples from Italian or French creators. It is a manifestation of admiration and care for the history of the most beautiful Renaissance antiques. It is important to remember that in each country, furniture making was perceived differently, so each style in a given country had its own distinct character. This is very important, especially when searching for the right exclusive antique for your interior.

The most important aspect of stylish antique furniture is originality. This is ultimately crucial from the buyer's perspective, as there are many counterfeits on the market. Luxury Products provides a document confirming the product's compliance with the actual description and photo. At your disposal, we have art appraisers, historians, and experts from around the world.