Furniture
About
At Leland Little, the great furniture traditions of the world come together. From the North Carolina Sharrock cabinet shop to the French master E. Levasseur, the Leland Little Furniture Department represents the work of all those who create lasting art from simple wood. The rich juxtaposition of an arm chair by William Savery of Philadelphia with a 17th century Sicilian Sgabello side chair both tells us volumes about their respective cultures and allows us to appreciate the commonalities of world class craftsmanship.
Contact
Leland Little
President, Furniture & Estates Director, Auctioneer & Broker
leland@lelandlittle.com
Leland J. Little, CAI, is the founder and President of Leland Little. Mr. Little has led Leland Little into becoming one of the premier auction houses in the Southeast. In addition to leading the company, Mr. Little directs the Estates Department and the Furniture Department. He regularly leads appraisal clinics and fundraiser auctions for numerous charities throughout North Carolina. An avid runner, Mr. Little recently qualified for the Boston Marathon. He lives with his wife and two daughters in Durham, North Carolina.
Current and Upcoming Auctions
Upcoming: Spring Modern Art & Design
Apr 20, 2023, 9:00am
The Estate of the late Frank Daniels Jr. & his wife Julia Jones Daniels
Mar 31, 2023, 9:00am
Upcoming: April Estate Auction
Apr 13, 2023, 9:00am
Upcoming: Signature Summer Auction
Jun 10, 2023, 9:00am
Exceptional Results
Explore Recent Stories
From the Personal Collection of James H. Craig & Randy S. Johnson
When asked if there was any difference between his personal and professional acquisition decisions, longtime fine arts consultant and antique dealer Jim Craig said that his choices for his private collection could be chalked up to “personal addiction.” The comment belies the passion for the arts and Americana that drove Craig’s distinguished career for over half a century.
The Timberlake Tour
The Arts & Crafts Man - Four Things to Know About Gustav Stickley
The Chair Files with Robbie Smith
William Ivey Long and the Tennessee Carters: A Family Furniture Legacy
By William Ivey Long’s own account, he wasn’t one for football when he was young. He preferred to stay inside with his cousin Molly, who taught him all about the furniture and houses that had been passed down through his mother’s Tennessee family for centuries.
It's All In The Details
Impressive in their size, age, and form, these pieces of furniture are even more striking when considered up close.
The Collection of Art Historian and Designer Sterling Boyd
A great eye is rarely confined to a single category. For Sterling Boyd, the synthesis of his extensive knowledge and impeccable style was a personal collection of art and antiques that brought together beauty and history.
Hygge for the Holidays
Relax in a comfy chair, sip your chamomile tea, and dive into our step-by-step guide on how to create hygge in your home this holiday season.
The Collection of Joel Siegel
The first thing I saw after I came to was this huge Lichtenstein pop-art poster. If it had been a Raphael Madonna I might have thought I'd died and gone to heaven. But Lichtenstein? I died and went to the Museum of Modern Art? -Joel Siegel, upon awakening in the recovery room at New York Hospital, Lessons for Dylan
An Insider's Look: Gustav Stickley
Simplicity, Honesty in Construction, and Truth to Materials
An Insider's Look: The Timeless Wood - Mahogany
Interior designers are forecasting the resurgence of mahogany and other dark woods. Perhaps the time spent in our homes during the last two years has us leaning into a cozier design aesthetic. Learn more about the origins of mahogany furniture as well as styling ideas featuring pieces from our upcoming May Estate Auction.
The Finer Points: A Private Collection, Greensboro, North Carolina
Explore the finer details of classical art, botanical engravings, Chinese porcelain, and antique furniture. These featured pieces, along with the entirety of the collection will be offered in our Signature Summer Auction, June 11th at 9am EDT.
The Collector’s Eye: A Private Collection, Greensboro, North Carolina
Leland Little is proud to offer a Private Collection from Greensboro, North Carolina in our Signature Summer Auction on June 11. This collection features exemplary American and English furniture, fine art and more with storied provenances.
The Longleat Commodes: More Than Meets the Eye
There is more to this pair of commodes than meets the eye. If they could talk, they would tell tales of their storied provenance. A former home in an Elizabethan estate? Check. Noble ranking owners? Check.
The Finer Points: Florals in Design
There are always flowers for those who want to see them. - Henri Matisse
An Insider's Look: Inspired by the European Grand Tour
Back from your European getaway and longing for some of its beauty at home? We get it. Feeling inspired by our own travels and the tradition of the Grand Tour, we have curated this timeless selection of continental art, furniture, and decorative accessories from our End of Summer Estate Auction.
The Finer Points: North Carolina Art Across the Centuries
The blest land, the best land, the Old North State! - Leonora Monteiro Martin
The Finer Points: Statement Seating
When curating a space, consider the design principles of function, style, and personality. An anchor piece, whether a work of art or a unique piece of furniture, can set the tone for an entire room. We were inspired by the eye-catching pieces offered in the November Estate Auction.
Special Feature with Luke Newbold
Can you spot the ghostly figures in this painted scene?
Tour of The Signature Winter Auction
Sunlight dances through our gallery in anticipation of our Signature Winter Auction this Saturday, December 3rd.
Live Like a Bridgerton
Classical and Tasteful Design with Show-Stopping Details
A Moment with Leland Little: A Regional Comparison
A narrative in wood. How details tell the story of time and place.
The Estate of the late Frank Daniels, Jr. and his wife, Julia Jones Daniels
If you are going to live in a community, you ought to be involved in the community - Frank Daniels, Jr.