About Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD®
Independent British Fine Art & Antiques Dealers | Historic Paintings, Portraiture, Sporting Art & Decorative Arts
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD® is an independent, family-run British fine art and antiques dealership and online gallery, incorporated in England and Wales on 22 April 2024 under company registration number 15666518.
Led by directors Michael and Victoria, the company specialises in carefully selected British and European paintings, sculpture and decorative arts, serving private collectors, galleries, interior designers, art consultants and institutional buyers throughout the United Kingdom and internationally.
With our registered office in Covent Garden, London, and trading operations based in Cheshire, we combine historical research, considered attribution, detailed condition reporting and professional customer service.
Our approach emphasises artistic quality, historical significance, transparency and the preservation of original works of art.
Professional Memberships, Industry Affiliations & Recognition
Fine Art Trade Guild – Elected Member
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD® is an elected member of the Fine Art Trade Guild, a recognised professional organisation supporting standards, integrity and responsible practice within the fine art and framing industries.
Our membership reflects our commitment to professional conduct, ethical trading and the accurate presentation of original works of art.
The House Directory – Select Member
We are a Select Member of The House Directory, a specialist British directory connecting interior designers, architects, private clients and design professionals with established suppliers and specialist businesses.
Our published profile highlights our expertise in British and European fine art, historic portraiture, sporting paintings, sculpture and decorative antiques.
https://www.thehousedirectory.com/company/cheshire-antiques-consultant-ltd/
HMRC – Registered Art Market Participant
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD® is registered with HM Revenue & Customs as an Art Market Participant under registration number XRML00000211615.
We maintain appropriate anti-money laundering and financial sanctions compliance procedures in accordance with applicable United Kingdom legislation.
Registered United Kingdom Trade Mark
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD® is a registered United Kingdom trade mark under registration number UK00004303420.
Private Online Gallery
Private Virtual Viewings by Appointment
We operate exclusively online and do not maintain a public showroom.
Private one-to-one virtual viewings are available by appointment, allowing prospective purchasers to examine artworks remotely and discuss condition, dimensions, attribution, provenance and historical context.
High-resolution photographs, additional images and detailed condition information are available upon request.
We aim to provide collectors with the information necessary to make informed purchasing decisions.
Areas of Specialisation
Fine Art & Works of Art | 17th–21st Century
Our principal specialisms include:
- British and European oil paintings, watercolours and mixed-media works
- Historic portraiture and figurative paintings
- Marine, naval and maritime subjects
- Equestrian, hunting and sporting paintings
- Animal paintings and rural subjects
- Landscapes, coastal views and cityscapes
- Still life, interiors and genre compositions
- Military and historical subjects
- Sculpture and three-dimensional works
Our catalogue includes works by identified artists, attributed paintings, historical schools and carefully researched unsigned compositions.
Each artwork is selected with consideration for artistic quality, condition, historical interest, provenance where established, and decorative merit.
Antiques & Decorative Arts
Our wider collection may include:
- Bronze and other sculpture
- Hallmarked silver and decorative metalwork
- Antique carved objects
- Porcelain, glassware and ceramics
- Decorative wall art
- Garden and architectural antiques
- Collectible decorative objects dating principally from the 18th to 20th century
Our inventory is continually evolving, with pieces selected for their craftsmanship, individuality and suitability for traditional and contemporary interiors.
Sustainability & Enduring Craftsmanship
We actively support sustainability within the fine art and antiques trade through the preservation, continued appreciation and responsible reuse of historic works of art and decorative objects.
By extending the useful life of existing pieces, the antiques trade can help reduce demand for newly manufactured decorative goods while preserving traditional craftsmanship and cultural heritage.
Historic paintings, sculpture and period furnishings bring individuality, character and enduring aesthetic value to both traditional and contemporary interiors.
Payments & Purchasing
Purchases are arranged in accordance with the applicable LoveAntiques purchasing arrangements and our company Terms & Conditions.
We accept secure online card payments, PayPal, Klarna, Apple Pay and Google Pay, where available, for transactions up to £5,000.
Transactions exceeding £5,000 are payable by bank transfer.
Proforma invoices containing our company payment details are available upon request.
Cash on collection may be accepted by prior written arrangement, subject to a maximum of £8,000 and applicable legal and anti-money laundering requirements.
All transactions remain subject to availability, applicable payment requirements and relevant consumer protection legislation.
Shipping & Delivery
UK and worldwide shipping is available.
Delivery quotations are provided upon request, taking into account the artwork's dimensions, value, destination and specialist handling requirements.
Artworks are carefully and professionally packaged using appropriate protective materials.
We use established tracked courier services, including DHL, FedEx, DPD and Parcelforce, together with specialist fine art transport providers where appropriate.
Insured delivery services are arranged where available, subject to the applicable insurance terms, exclusions and coverage.
Larger paintings, antique furniture and particularly fragile objects may require specialist door-to-door transportation.
Customs & International Orders
International orders are generally supplied on a Delivered at Place (DAP) basis unless otherwise agreed in writing.
Under DAP arrangements, international purchasers are responsible for applicable import duties, import VAT, customs clearance charges and other destination-country taxes or fees.
Following the United Kingdom's departure from the European Union, EU customers may be subject to additional import procedures and charges.
Purchasers in the European Union, United States and other international destinations are encouraged to consult their local customs authorities before purchasing.
Where a shipment is refused or returned because of unpaid customs charges, any refund and associated shipping costs will be handled in accordance with the agreed sale terms and applicable consumer protection legislation.
Attribution, Provenance & Condition
All artworks, antiques and decorative objects offered by Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD® are individually selected and catalogued in good faith using the research, documentation and information available at the time of cataloguing.
Artist attributions, dating, provenance, historical interpretations and related catalogue commentary represent our professional dealer opinion unless expressly identified as established facts supported by documentary evidence.
As many works are antique or previously owned, they may exhibit age-related wear, historic restoration, surface irregularities or other characteristics consistent with their age and history.
Known material condition issues are disclosed in the relevant catalogue descriptions or condition reports.
Prospective purchasers are welcome to request additional photographs, condition information, provenance details or a private virtual viewing before completing a purchase.
Our catalogue research and descriptions do not constitute a formal valuation, independent authentication certificate, investment recommendation or professional appraisal service.
Certificate of Sale & Dealer Attribution
Original artworks are supplied with a Certificate of Sale & Dealer Attribution issued by Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD®.
The certificate records the relevant catalogue details, attribution, provenance as stated and details of the sale, providing an accompanying document for the artwork's ongoing ownership and provenance record.
The certificate represents our professional dealer attribution and does not constitute independent authentication or a guarantee of future market value.
Returns, Consumer Rights & Important Information
All items remain subject to prior sale and availability.
Purchases are governed by our applicable Terms & Conditions and Returns Policy, together with any applicable LoveAntiques marketplace terms.
Where statutory distance-selling cancellation rights apply, customers are entitled to exercise those rights in accordance with applicable consumer protection legislation.
Nothing in our catalogue descriptions, attribution statements or terms excludes or restricts statutory consumer rights.
Company Information
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD®
Registered Office:
71–75 Shelton Street
Covent Garden
London
WC2H 9JQ
United Kingdom
Trading Operations:
Mickle Trafford
Chester
Cheshire
United Kingdom
Please note: We operate exclusively online. We do not maintain a public showroom or offer customer visits at either address.
Company Registration Number: 15666518
Date of Incorporation: 22 April 2024
Registered in England and Wales
VAT Registration Number: GB 466128775
HMRC Art Market Participant Registration: XRML00000211615
Registered UK Trade Mark: UK00004303420
Professional Membership: Fine Art Trade Guild – Elected Member
Industry Directory: The House Directory – Select Member
Website: https://cheshireantiquesconsultantltd.com/
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Antique Oil Painting Caged Rat with Jack Russell Terriers Guarding c.1880
REF: LA535220
£3,500
€4,196
$4,685
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Description
🐾 Victorian Animal Masterpiece – “Rat Trapped: Jack Russell Terriers on Guard” by Edward Aistrop (c.1880)
🖼️ Subject & Medium
Step into a moment of pure countryside drama with this evocative oil on board scene by esteemed Victorian animal painter Edward Aistrop. Painted circa 1880, this work captures the heart of rural life through a tense hunting tableau: two sharply rendered Jack Russell Terriers—one black and white, the other tan and white—focus with unwavering intensity on a cornered rat in a dimly lit barn. Their poised bodies and keen expressions embody the instinctual alertness of the breed, while the rat, frozen mid-standoff, adds to the gripping narrative.
The scene is beautifully presented behind protective glass in a classic wooden frame, later painted black for contrast and authenticity. A striking representation of loyalty, instinct, and the rustic charm of the British countryside.
🎨 Composition & Technique
Aistrop's talent shines in his composition — dynamic yet intimate, balancing quiet tension with realistic energy. The triangular interaction between the dogs and the rat draws the eye into the emotional core of the piece.
The artist's earthy palette — rich browns, dusty greys, and golden straw — sets a convincing barn atmosphere, allowing the terriers’ bright coats to glow with striking realism. Aistrop’s brushwork is skillful and expressive: tightly controlled for the dogs’ musculature and fur, looser and more textural in the background, giving depth without distraction.
Light and shadow are handled masterfully, with gentle highlights adding volume to the animals and mood to the scene. This balance of technical precision and painterly warmth places Aistrop among the finest Victorian animal artists of his era.
✍️ Signed Original
The artwork bears Edward Aistrop’s signature in the lower corner — a seal of authenticity from a celebrated name in 19th-century animal portraiture.
👨🎨 About the Artist
Edward Aistrop (fl. late 19th – early 20th century) was a renowned British animal painter, particularly admired for his expressive dog portraits. Frequently commissioned to capture prize-winning pets, his work is prized for its character, realism, and emotional depth.
Aistrop's paintings have appeared in prominent galleries and auctions — including a record sale at Christie’s where his pug study fetched over $8,000 USD, confirming his place among collectable Victorian artists.
🖼️ Framing
Set in a luxurious Larson-Juhl gilt wood frame with a classic scoop profile and ornate detailing. The gold leaf finish pairs beautifully with the subject matter, enhancing the painting’s vintage appeal and display presence.
📏 Framed Dimensions
Height: 38 cm
Width: 44.5 cm
Depth: 4.5 cm
📜 Provenance
Sourced from a private Southern UK collection
Previously exhibited in a museum
Vetted by Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD
Acquired through a respected regional auction house
❤️ Why You’ll Love It
✔️ Genuine Victorian hunting scene with layered narrative depth
✔️ Exceptional detail in the depiction of two expressive Jack Russells
✔️ Signed original by a sought-after British artist
✔️ Rich textures and warm, natural tones suit traditional or rustic interiors
✔️ Ideal for dog lovers, countryside collectors, and antique enthusiasts
✔️ Perfectly sized for an office, hallway, or study
✔️ Guaranteed conversation piece with timeless charm
measurements
Height:
38 cm
Width:
44.5 cm
Depth:
4.5 cm
declaration
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD has clarified that the Antique Oil Painting Caged Rat with Jack Russell Terriers Guarding c.1880 (LA535220) is genuinely of the period declared with the date/period of manufacture being c.1880
condition
🔍 Condition
Painting surface: Very good, with subtle craquelure and minor foxing appropriate for its age
Frame: Excellent presentation, with light wear consistent with hand-finished craftsmanship
additional info
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Date of Manufacture:
c.1880
location
This Antique Oil Painting Caged Rat with Jack Russell Terriers Guarding c.1880 is located in Greater London, United Kingdom
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