About Us
English and Continental Antiques is a long established family business situated in the centre of the pretty North Suffolk market town of Eye, which is blessed with historic buildings, cafes and art galleries.
The showrooms are located opposite the Town Hall with parking right outside and we are currently open by appointment so please call before making a journey.
The business specialises in antique furniture, art and porcelain, in fact everything for the interior or exterior. There are also a range of ancillary services on offer, which include restoration, re-upholstery, interior design and furniture logistics.
Owner Steven Harmer has a love of early period oak furniture but deals across the board including Georgian mahogany and walnut, even modern designer pieces, quality being the only pre-requisite.
To complement the fine antique furniture you can find accessories to finish off the decor.
There is a full delivery service available, either across the UK or even worldwide and we invite customers to view stock on-line or better still pop into the showrooms where a friendly efficient service awaits.
Our Glossary of Art Terminology
*A piece catalogued with the full name of the artisan is in our opinion a work by that person.
*A piece catalogued as “Attributed to”….is in our opinion probably a work by that person.
*A piece catalogued as “Circle of”…is in our opinion a work undertaken under their influence or artistic movement.
*A piece catalogued as “After”….is in our opinion a copy after a work by that person.
*A piece catalogued as “Follower of”….is in our opinion a work of a person working in the style of that person but not necessarily a pupil of theirs.
*A piece catalogued as “In the manner of”….is in our opinion a work in a style associated with that person.
*A piece catalogued as “School of”….is in our opinion a work undertaken by a person belonging to that artistsic movement or place.
*Please note that we operate the “Margin Scheme” and therefore Vat may not be reclaimed on the sale of these items. By purchasing antique items from us online you are confirming that you are not reclaiming the Vat on these pieces.