Stock ref: DS2907

Circa 1960s

An opportunity to own a rare bespoke commissioned occasional side or small tavern table with a cast iron base from the renowned Kilburn workshop of Robert ‘Mouseman’ Thompson. Features a flat planed, burr oak grained , 4.5cm thick irregular kidney shaped top with rounded edges and a signature mouse carved prominently to the edge. It’s supported on a specially commissioned and very heavy cast iron pedestal base with three frieze moulded feet.

Excellent condition and colour following a sympathetic restoration and refinish.

By repute, the table originates from The Feathers, Helmsley and subsequent research we’ve undertaken would support this. Opened as a hotel in 1959, the original owners Jack & Peggy Feather developed the neighbouring empty property into a bar in 1963 and commissioned Robert Thompson’s to provide the bar fixtures and fittings. At least two larger circular dining tables on cast iron legs remain in use there to this day. This table is believed to have been a small tavern table for use in a cozy corner with several cow stools around it.

A really unusual statement piece. We think it would make a fantastic lamp or side table. It’s unlikely you’ll ever see another…. except maybe at The Feathers ! David will take a look, and probably have a drink, next time he’s passing through Helmsley.

Size: 64(w) x 48(d) x 80(h)cm

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Stock ref: DS2938

Circa 1940s

An excellent early 8″ tall (excl bulb fitting) Robert ‘Mouseman’ Thompson solid oak table lamp. octagonally carved base with upswept facets and octagonally carved central stem. Excellent early mouse carving. Rewired with new period braided three core earthed wiring and new antiqued brass BC22 bayonet bulb holder and 3 amp fused plug.

Excellent condition and rich darker fumed colour and patina.

Size: 9(w) x 9(d) x 20.5(h)cm, excl bulb holder.

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Stock Ref: DS2432

Circa late 1940s/50s

A superb example of the earlier made solid oak book trough from Robert Thompson the ‘Mouseman’ of Kilburn, North Yorkshire. Adzed sides, book ledge and rear in line with earlier manufacturing practice, as over the subsequent decades, there has been less adzing on these popular pieces. Excellent signature ,ouse carved to one side edge.

Presents in superb condition after we’ve stripped off a layer of varnish applied by a previous owner which, whilst preserving the piece from staining, was doing nothing for its aesthetic appeal. Now carefully cleaned and re-waxed it presents beautifully in a lovely warm aged medium fumed colour.

Size: 45.5(w) x 20.5(d) x 20.5(h)cm

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Stock ref: DS2671

Circa 1970s/80s

An excellent example of a solid oak Robert ‘Mouseman’ Thompson fruitbowl, tooled to the interior and exterior, the mouse carved centrally. Lovely lighter fumed example which displays beautifully after a clear re-wax and polish.

Size: 29(dia) x 6(h)cm

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Stock ref: DS2846

Circa 1930s

An excellent example of the sought after early 9 3/4″ solid oak Fruitbowl by Robert ‘Mouseman’ Thompson of Kilburn. Adzed and tooled inside and out, this example with a particularly thick rim which will help to avoid any natural wood splitting. A fine early mouse carving to the outside of the bowl.

Excellent condition with a rich darker fumed colour, minimal staining to the inner bowl from fruit acids reacting with the tannins in the oak.

Size: 24.5(dia) x 8(h)cm

Stolen from our Preston Antique Centre showroom cabinet. CCTV analysis indicates the theft took place at 2.50pm Monday 14th August with the thief clearly shown on camera as he left the scene. The police have been notified.

Please contact David directly if you see the piece offered for sale.

Stock ref: DS2894

Circa 1980s

Recent stock arrival, a bespoke commissioned and sized solid oak bookcase. Central partition and adjustable shelves each side. Signature mouse carving.

Awaiting a clean and re-wax, but currently available to view ‘as purchased’ in our Preston showroom.

Size: 146(w) x 26(d) x 97(h)cm

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Stock ref: DS2847

Circa 1980s/90s

An excellent example of the sought after Robert ‘Mouseman’ Thompson solid oak Pin Tray / Dish with a signature mouse carved in high relief.

Size: 10.2(w) x 7.7(d) x 3.5(h)cm

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Stock Ref: DS2808

Circa 1960s/70s

An excellent  example of the highly popular solid oak octagonal coffee table by Robert Thompson the ‘Mouseman’ of Kilburn. Features a sought after single plank adzed top supported on a cruciform pedestal base with crossed sledge feet, a wonderful  finely carved mouse sits prominently on the leading edge of one of the legs. Excellent structural condition, warm toned medium fumed colour, cleaned and wax polished.

Size: 50(dia) x 47(h)cm

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Stock ref: DS2892

Circa mid/late 1920s

An excellent very early 4′(w) x 6′(h) solid oak double wardrobe by Robert ‘Mouseman’ Thompson of Kilburn. Constructed in the earliest wardrobe design with adzed panels, beading around the panels, half penny moulded top and ean arly design of wrought iron door fittings. Carved mouse signature to the upper front edge. The twin doors open to reveal long hanging space of the left with three open shelves and three graduated drawers to the right side. q

Excellent condition and rich darker fumed, aged and waxed colour.

Size: 122(w) x 58.5(d) x 183(h)cm

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Stock ref: DS2903

Circa 1950s/60s

A sought after solid oak 4′ tall bookcase by Robert ‘Mouseman’ Thompson with earlier period adzing to the side frames, leading front edges and upper ledge, with four adjustable shelves instead of the usual three. Signature mouse carved to the top right leading edge.

Excellent condition and colour after a thorough clean and re-wax.

Size: 83(w) x 26.5(d) x 122(h)cm

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