Business Details
46 Years
experience
Antique Furniture Specialists Since 1980
Established in 1980, Philip Burke Antiques has built an unparalleled reputation in the antiques trade through four decades of dedicated expertise. Our founder, Philip Burke, began his apprenticeship at age 15 and now leads a business renowned for sourcing, restoring, and selling 18th and 19th-century English and continental antique furniture. Specialising in pieces that combine historical authenticity with investment value, we serve private collectors, interior decorators, and trade professionals globally.Our Kensington workshop offers comprehensive restoration services that preserve original finishes while addressing structural needs. With a constantly rotating inventory and a commitment to sourcing rare commissions, we maintain strong relationships with fellow tradesmen who frequently acquire pieces from our collection. Our location near Olympia Exhibition Centre provides convenient access for clients seeking expert guidance in antique acquisition and conservation.
Services
Antique Furniture Sales
Furniture Restoration
Home Visits
Trade Commissions
Antique Valuations
Details
- Year established: 1980
Highlights and features
- 40 years' experience in antique furniture trade and restoration
- Specialist knowledge of 18th-19th century English and continental pieces
- Comprehensive in-house restoration workshop with traditional techniques
- Established relationships with international antique dealers and collectors
- Convenient Kensington location near Olympia Exhibition Centre
Services
Antique Furniture Sales
We offer an extensive collection of 18th and 19th-century English and continental antique furniture. Our inventory includes rare pieces such as mahogany tallboys, walnut day beds, and regency rosewood chiffoniers. Each item is carefully selected for its historical authenticity and investment potential, with prices ranging from 2,800 to 5,900 for featured items.
Furniture Restoration
Our specialist restoration services preserve the integrity of antique furniture while addressing structural needs. We employ traditional techniques including waxing, carving, gilding, and fine upholstery work. The workshop handles all aspects from minor repairs to complete conservation projects, maintaining original finishes where appropriate to preserve value.
Home Visits
We provide home visit services across London for antique furniture assessment and advice. Our experts can evaluate pieces in situ, recommend conservation strategies, or help source specific items to complement existing interiors. This service is particularly valuable for clients with large collections or immovable items.
Trade Commissions
We support trade professionals by supplying high-quality antique furniture for resale. Our inventory is regularly updated with rare pieces that attract international buyers. Fellow dealers frequently purchase from our collection to offer their own clients unique items with verifiable provenance and competitive pricing.
Antique Valuations
While not explicitly stated, our expertise enables us to provide valuation guidance for antique furniture. Clients benefit from accurate assessments based on market knowledge, historical context, and condition analysis, particularly valuable for insurance purposes or pre-sale evaluations.
People
Philip Burke
Founder & Director
Apprenticed at 15, Philip has 40 years' experience in antique furniture trade. Recognised for expertise in 18th-19th century pieces, he built a global reputation for sourcing and restoring rare antiques while maintaining their investment value.
Questions
What periods of antique furniture do you specialise in?
We specialise in 18th and 19th-century English and continental antique furniture, with occasional pieces from earlier periods.
Do you offer antique furniture restoration services?
Yes, we provide comprehensive restoration and conservation services for antique furniture at our Kensington workshop.
Can you help source specific antique pieces?
We can assist with locating specific antique furniture pieces through our extensive trade network and regular acquisitions.
Do you sell to trade professionals?
Yes, we supply antique furniture to dealers, interior decorators, and collectors worldwide from our London showroom.
What areas do you cover for home visits?
We offer home visits across London including Kensington, Chelsea, Knightsbridge, and surrounding boroughs.
