Robson and Sons were cabinet makers of the highest standards; they were originally based in a small house at 42 Northumberland Street in Newcastle-on-Tyne. Robert Robson started the business in the William IV period of 1835 after serving his apprenticeship as a cabinet maker and upholsterer. His two sons followed in his footsteps to continue creating fine quality furniture along with working at hotels, churches to large ocean liners that were being built on the Tyne. After Robert’s death the sons opened a large factory where over 200 people were employed. Robson and Sons business carried on for four generations of their family before it was finally taken over by the Maple Group in 1953. They produced some fine pieces throughout their time and here at Driscolls Antiques Ltd we get some wonderful examples of Robson and Sons antique furniture for sale. You can see previous sold examples below or if you are interested in fine quality antique furniture by this maker please visit our current stock available here on our latest stock page.
This was a Magnificent Quality Robson And Sons Victorian Mahogany Chest Of Drawers with unusual drawer configuration.
This Superb Quality Mahogany Mirrored Back Antique Sideboard was stamped R Robson of Newcastle. It has a mirror back and carved corbels.
This 19th century Spectacular Victorian Rosewood Antique Circular Table / Centre Table / Lamp Table dates from ca. 1860 and has very unusual dolphin carved feet by the renowned cabinet makers Robson of Newcastle. It has a circular beautifully figured top above a central shaped pedestal with three splayed legs and stunning dolphin scrolled carved feet with later castors.
This Robson & Sons Newcastle, magnificent floor standing corner cupboard has architectural influences and dates from around 1880. It has a moulded cornice above four cupboard doors and decoratively carved with canted corners.
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I just acquired a wall mirror with the emblem of Robson and Sons. It’s says Heirloom also. Also says New castle of Tyne. I can’t find a picture of it anywhere. I’m trying to find out how old it is and possibly the history of the mirror. I am on the US. The state if Texas. If anyone can give me any info, it would be greatly appreciated.
Hi
Thank you for your email, for advice and valuations of antiques
Please see
https://antiquesworld.co.uk/blog/valuing-antiques/
Kind regards
James
I just acquired a wall mirror with the emblem of Robson and Sons. It’s says Heirloom also. Also says New castle of Tyne. I can’t find a picture of it anywhere. I’m trying to find out how old it is and possibly the history of the mirror. I am on the US. The state if Texas. If anyone can give me any info, it would be greatly appreciated.
Hi
Thank you for your email, for advice and valuations of antiques
Please see
https://antiquesworld.co.uk/blog/valuing-antiques/
Kind regards
James
I have a side board with ebony and amber knobs made by Robson and sons is there any value in it as my children aren’t interested in it ?
Hi
The value will always depend on condition, age and quality. You can always go to an auctioneer for a free valuation or if you are looking to sell, you can gladly email us pictures and we can see if this is of interest to us.
Many thanks
James
Hi James I have a five piece Robson bedroom set – Wardrobe, side cupboard, two single beds and mirrored dressing table – all in good condition – would you be interested in photos with a view to buying them?
Regards
Hi
you would be welcome to email images
Many thanks
James
When did Robson & Son change from carving/branding their name into there furniture to the (what can I call it?) button?
Hi
The button seemed to appear towards the end of the 19th Century but I am unsure on the exact date.
Many thanks
James
I have two church chairs with history. They belonged to my mothers (and I suppose through that my) forefathers). They belonged to the Wilsons of Newburn/Walbottel. One of their most known sons William Wilson, The driver of the first German Train, The Adler, Designed by Robert Stevenson.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_Wilson_(engineer)
Hi James,
I have my parents lovely Robson and Sons sideboard. Unfortunately it is water damaged, is it worth anything or is it now of no real value? I can send pictures. Thanks, Paul.
Hi Paul
This will depend on how bad the damage is and if it can be restored. You would be welcome to email images and I can see what you can use to restore this if you like?
Many thanks
James