The Second Floor Gallery: David Harper

David Harper has recently moved into the Second Floor Gallery, you'll find his vivid artwork adorning the light filled space, along with limited edition prints and a carefully curated selection of lighting and furniture.

David Harper

Can you tell us a little bit about yourself?

I’m an art and antiques dealer / broker and artist…also a BBC TV presenter.

How would your describe your stock?

My stock at Alfies dates from the 17th century to mid 20th century furniture, lighting and sculpture - then into the 21st century century with my paintings. 

Do you have any personal favourites in your collection?

Currently my favourite piece is a crocodile embossed leather chair. Amazingly I recently bought this chair back after having it made and then sold as a one off for an exhibition 15 years ago. 

What piece would you love to find?

I’ve found many very special pieces over the years, but coming across a forgotten Picasso would be quite nice!

Do you have a favourite gallery to visit in London?

My favourite galleries in London are the museums…not very much in design is actually that new. Look closely at modern shapes and styles and you’ll see images from the past. I get inspiration from these places for my paintings.

Do you collect anything?

I collect classic cars.

If you could own any piece of art from history what would it be?

An early 1960s Bentley Continental Convertible…as much a piece of art as anything I’ve ever seen.

Here's a selection of eye-catching pieces you'll find in the Second Floor Gallery...

David Harper
Second Floor Gallery
Take the lift to the second floor or turn right at the top of the main wooden staircase.
Tel: 07593 178 005 | Email: dharperantiques@gmail.com

New Dealer: Andy's Antiques & Collectables

This month we welcome Andy Powell to Alfies. Andy has led an illustrious life, in the 1970s he was a radio personality for Radio London and CBS. Soon afterwards he became a photojournalist capturing key international news events in the 1980s, from the wedding of Diana Spencer to the Gulf War, freelancing for top international media organisations.

His true vocation became apparent in the '90s when he focused on what he truly loved - painting. He became a well known artist whose work has been likened to Picasso and Kandinsky. In 1997 he exhibited at the Royal Academy. 

Examples of Andy Powell's art

You will find an eclectic mix of antiques and collectables in his stand. We asked Andy a few questions...

Can you tell us a little bit about yourself and your company?

I have been an artist, painter, antique collector and dealer for many years. I have been buying, selling, collecting and dealing since I was 7 years old.

How would your describe your stock?

Antique to historical items from 80 years old and collectables to antiquities over 1000 years old.

What is the most highly sought after item you have in at the moment?

Thomas Toft slipwear charger plates and pottery jugs.

Do you have any personal favourites in your collection?

Slipware and first edition books.

First Editions

A display featuring 17th century slipware plus a few Thomas Toft pieces

What piece would you love to find?

Thomas Toft Smoke Your Nose plate.

Do you have a favourite gallery to visit in London?

Have many but Tate Modern & Tate Britain.

What antiques, besides those you already deal in, would you be interested in collecting?

American historical items.

Vintage cameras

A selection of trinkets

A variety of antiquities and vintage items

Pewter mugs and tankards from the 1800s, jugs from the 1700s

Russian doll set circa 1930s

17th century original hand carved novelty stopper with moving figures

Frederick Remmington original Indian head buckle 1880s 

Andy's Antiques & Collectables | Stand G031-32 | Tel: +44 7806 667 950 | Email: artistandypowell@gmail.com