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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Italian Neoclassical Roman Goddess Aurora in Her Horse-drawn Chariot — Georgian Shell Cameo Brooch, Circa 1820
REF: LA548357
£2,595
€3,111
$3,473
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Description
Italian Neoclassical Roman Goddess Aurora in Her Horse-Drawn Chariot — Important Georgian Shell Cameo Brooch, Circa 1820
An Exquisite Antique Jewel of Neoclassical Elegance
Details
Medium: Hand-carved shell cameo
Mount: Original pinchbeck scrollwork frame
Dimensions: 7.8 cm (length) × 5.2 cm (width) × 1.5 cm (depth)
Weight: 20.6 grams
Date: Circa 1820 (Late Georgian)
Origin: Italian carving, likely Torre del Greco
Description
This magnificent Georgian-era shell cameo brooch portrays Aurora, the Roman goddess of dawn, driving her two-horse chariot across the heavens.
Carved with exceptional skill, Aurora’s flowing drapery and the spirited movement of her horses capture an extraordinary sense of life and motion. The delicate contrast between the creamy white relief and the honey-toned shell evokes the first golden light of dawn breaking through the sky.
The cameo is mounted in its original pinchbeck frame, richly decorated with scrollwork and a beaded border, and retains its original C-clasp and extended pin—hallmarks of early 19th-century craftsmanship.
A masterpiece of artistry and myth, this brooch embodies light, renewal, and timeless beauty.
Mythology & Symbolism
In Roman mythology, Aurora (known as Eos in Greek) rises each morning from the sea, heralding the dawn and dispelling the darkness of night. She represents hope, rebirth, and new beginnings—an enduring emblem of optimism and renewal.
During the early 19th century, Aurora became a favored motif in neoclassical art and jewelry, admired for both her poetic grace and allegorical meaning. This piece thus serves not only as a jewel of rare beauty but also as a deeply symbolic treasure—an ideal gift representing light, joy, and renewal.
Frame & Craftsmanship
Material: Original 19th-century pinchbeck (gold-toned copper–zinc alloy)
Design: Ornate scrollwork with beaded border, finely hand-finished
Construction: C-clasp and extended pin typical of circa 1820
Patina: Warm, even tone with gentle antique glow
Professionally curated and authenticated by Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD, confirming its period accuracy, craftsmanship, and provenance.
Provenance
From a private Northern Shire collection, curated by Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD, a distinguished U.K. fine arts gallery.
This documented provenance enhances the piece’s historical significance, desirability, and long-term value for discerning collectors worldwide.
Collectability & Investment
High-quality mythological cameos of this scale and refinement are increasingly rare. Comparable examples in gold or pinchbeck mounts have achieved $3,000–$5,000 in galleries and auctions.
Its exquisite artistry, original mount, and verified provenance make it both a sound collector’s investment and a timeless heirloom.
measurements
Height:
1.5 cm
Width:
5.2 cm
Depth:
7.8 cm
declaration
Cheshire Antiques Consultant LTD has clarified that the Italian Neoclassical Roman Goddess Aurora in Her Horse-drawn Chariot — Georgian Shell Cameo Brooch, Circa 1820 (LA548357) is genuinely of the period declared with the date/period of manufacture being 1820
condition
Condition Report
Overall: Good antique condition
Shell Carving: Crisp and intact, with no cracks or losses
Internal Line: Fine natural internal line visible on the reverse under light
Mount: Original, secure, and with natural age patina
Pin & Clasp: Fully functional and stable
Surface: Light, age-appropriate wear to reverse only
Box: Modern presentation box included (original not available)
additional info
Material:
Origin:
Date of Manufacture:
1820
location
This Italian Neoclassical Roman Goddess Aurora in Her Horse-drawn Chariot — Georgian Shell Cameo Brooch, Circa 1820 is located in Greater London, United Kingdom
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