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SOLD This is a mid-century wall clock made by Metamec. In full working order with quartz movement and very pretty pierced foliate surround. Metamec was a manufacturer of domestic clocks in the second half of the 20th century, and was based in Dereham, Norfolk, England. The name "Metamec" is derived from "metal-work and mechanics". The company started as an offshoot of the furniture manufacturers Jentique in about 1941, which made boxes for instruments and bombs during World War II. Price includes UK mainland postage.
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SOLD A pair of Edwardian mirrored handle sconces with lapidary cut edges. The Edwardian era of British history spanned the reign of King Edward VII, 1901 to 1910, and is sometimes expanded to the start of the First World War. Edwardian design is an exuberant, flamboyant Neo-Baroque style. Price includes UK mainland postage.
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Intricately carved late 19th/early 20th century wooden panel with foliate decoration and central Yorkshire Rose motif.
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SOLD This very pretty Japanese Cloisonne Koro dates from the late 19th/early 20th century (Meiji period). A 'koro' is a squat broad-mouthed usually covered jar used mostly as an incense burner.
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This beach watercolour painting dates from the mid to late 20th century. It is in the very popular English school style.
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WHY I BOUGHT THIS VINTAGE STOOL… … because I am drawn to utilitarian art studio furniture which is heavily marked and worn. I like to imagine the hours of contemplation spent whilst sitting on this stool. There’s even a previous owner’s initials inscribed into the side panel. The painted finish has a fab patina.
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These unusual vintage bronze bookends date from around 1960s/70s, possibly Iberian (Spanish/Portugese). They are bronze cast and cold painted black.
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SOLD Uber stylish gilt and oak framed vintage round mirror from a ‘fine’ mirror maker Atsonea.
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Vintage painted alloy ‘STOP’ children crossing lollipop sign. Memories of Mrs Smith the lollipop lady helping me cross the road safely in North Lincolnshire small town Epworth. A fun piece of nostalgia in your garden or unexpected external signage for your business- will stop people in their tracks! Price includes delivery to UK mainland.
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SOLD These vintage glass baskets are hand blown due to the imperfections in the glass which add character. The metal fittings are naturally patinated. Highly unusual and decorative. Perfect for a candle or your favourite plant. Dimensions: 19cm diameter Price is for one including postage. If you would like to purchased both please enquire about combined postage.
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SOLD This beautiful carriage lamp has been converted for electricity and now functions as an interior wall mounted light. It has been rewired with gold twisted fabric flex for an opulent feel. Price includes UK mainland postage.
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This is a rare mid-century original vintage advertising poster. The Modern Encyclopaedia on one side and girl's dresses the other. They are in an aged condition but are still highly desirable. More images to follow soon.
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SOLD A sweet little bedroom Victorian chair with needlepoint decorations to seat and back.
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Late 19th century folding canal art corner shelf hand-painted with flowers.
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This cute Indian carved box dates from the late 19th century. The interior has been sympathetically relined as the original lining had deteriorated significantly. I believe this item was made as a sewing box but would function as a beautiful jewellery box too.
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SOLD This sign makes me smile. Will bring a playful tone to any interior which I believe to be the reason anything fairground and circus is so popular. Please request a delivery quote by filling out the form below or contact us separately- thank you.
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These mid century chest of drawers have funky rounded edges and an unusual light coloured painted veneer. The handles are not original but could easily be replaced if desired. I think they are really rather pretty and quirky.
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This Art Deco marbled glass pendant light fitting dates from the 1930s and is complimented by three adjustable hanging chains. In great original condition. Price includes UK mainland postage.
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Set of six Tibetan brass crotal bells. These claw prayer bells have an intricate etched leaf and flower motif and original red paint. Sets or groups with varying sizes are aesthetically pleasing and a common design approach. Price includes UK mainland postage. Dimensions are for largest of the bells.
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This vintage black angle poise lamp is a cool yet functional addition to your office or studio- a design classic. I love their anthropomorphic presence- have you seen Pixar’s pre-cursor to Toy Story featuring an animated angle-poise lamp like this one? Check it out- brilliant! The dimensions provided are when item is in fully folded position for transportation. Shade diameter is 17cm.
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This vintage angle poise lamp is a cool yet functional addition to your office or studio- a design classic. I love their anthropomorphic presence- have you seen Pixar's pre-cursor to Toy Story featuring an animated angle-poise lamp like this one? Check it out- brilliant! Dimensions are when light is folded ready for transportation. Shade diameter is 19cm.
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Early-mid 20th century eastern Orthodox icon painting.
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SOLD A pair of Edwardian painted silhouettes of a lady and gentleman in period dress, presented in glazed ebonised oval frames. Silhouette images are created in various ways, later examples were often painted. These are produced in the traditional way with pieces of cut paper, mounted to a backing in a contrasting colour, and framed. Highly skilled specialist artists would cut the silhouette in a matter of minutes, working purely by eye. Price includes UK mainland postage.
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A pair of campaign egg cups with stamped marks. The removeable stands are contained in the threaded halves when stored as a sliver egg. Price includes UK mainland postage.
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A pair of brass and copper mounted wrought iron candle holders on scrolled tripod support in the style of WAS Benson. There is a flower missing to the stem of one holder so the price reflects this as they would normally retail for up to £400.
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SOLD This is a beautiful antique French mirror dating from the 1920s/30s. Unusual design with faux cord bow in gilt brass mirror.
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Beautiful 19th century Arts and Crafts vessel hand-raised with scrolling acanthus decoration. This was probably made by a student at either the Keswick School of Industrial Art (KSIA) or Newlyn School of Art.
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This antique ebonised display cabinet dates from the Edwardian period. This sweet little cabinet has lovely hand-painted inlay decoration. The original interior features fabric lining, a handy hidden lower storage cupboard and 3 shelves with plate stands/ledges.
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Antique mahogany side table on three bobbin turned legs from the Edwardian period. Perfect placed next to your favourite arm chair and there's a handy shelf for display. Price includes delivery to UK mainland.
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SOLD Late 19th century tourist old map of North Wales, Environs of Carnarvon. Dimensions given are for the map (excluding frame). This item is sold framed as shown in photo- see condition for details about the frame.
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Meet ‘Jonathan’ (named by previous custodian) the mannequin torso. This piece of mannequin art is covered with pages from 50 Shades of Grey using the decoupage technique. I thought it wise NOT to show a detail of this piece! Jonathan is a very useful chap as you can adorn him with your accessories. A definite talking/giggling point!
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SOLD This beautiful green mother of pearl vase is a striking interior design piece. Handmade in Vietnam. Age unknown but certainly modern.
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SOLD Fantastic mahogany Art Deco standard lamp dating from 1920s/30s. Re-wired with a simple but aesthetically pleasing fabric flex.
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SOLD Pair of antique Russian painted papier mache Kovsh circa 1910 with bird finials. The Kovsh is a traditional drinking vessel or ladle from Russia. It was oval-shaped like a boat with a single handle and may be shaped like a water bird or a Norse longship. Price includes UK mainland postage.
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Scratch built model diorama of a man enjoying his garden railway. Do you have childhood memories of visiting model villages? I do. The wonderful intriguing world of creating in miniature. This piece is a delight and given pride of place in our shop in Rhayader for all to see.
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SOLD An unusual antique dog oil painting signed M Perry Head of a Dog signed, dated 1905.
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SOLD This unusual mid century console table with cabinet is perfect to display your favourite things as a focal point in a lounge, bedroom or hallway.
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This mid-century Chinese carved coffee table is made in fruitwood with blossom and the Greek key pattern motif scroll legs. Most intricate carvings are on either end of the table, both depicting different scenes using key pattern design and typical Chinese style motifs: blossom, pagodas, mountains and temples. Delivery by courier would cost in the region of £50-70 depending on location. Simply click on the button below to ask for a quote.
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This silver cruet set is Edwardian with date marks for Birmingham 1905, and marked J.T. These are a quirky but useful curio. Price includes delivery to UK mainland.
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Highly decorative Anglo-Indian lamp with grape and vine relief carving. Price includes delivery to UK mainland.
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A pair of Antique sterling silver ladies vanity handheld mirrors. XRF TESTED FOR PURITY. These are so pretty hung on the wall.
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SOLD In more modern times this piece has been converted from a vase to a lamp. The champleve cloisonne enamel quatrefoil cylindrical base dates from the 19th century. The obvious signs of wear and tear do not detract from the stunning floral and bamboo decoration. It has been rewired with a gold twisted fabric flex for an opulent feel. Price includes delivery to UK mainland.
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Early 1900's cushioned antique wall mirror with decorative details impressed into the metal. This is of a good size and would suit most settings.
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SOLD This mid-century standard lamp is a quality piece with fine carving made from solid teak. It has been rewired with vintage style twisted fabric flex and new antique style bayonet fittings.
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SOLD This antique pine table dates from the 19th century. It is scrubbed pine farmhouse table style on turned legs. Please request a delivery quote by filling out the form below or contact us separately- thank you
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This Scandinavian glass vase is in the style of Swedish Murano Sommerso art glass with the sleek characteristic droplet shaped centre. Dating from the 70s, this mauve beauty is a skilfully blown weighty piece. Stunning!
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This is a repurposed Victorian door with brass door fittings. It has been given a new lease of life with the addition of Arts and Crafts style vintage coat hooks. There are brass mirror plates for secure fixing to a wall.
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Beautifully handmade reclaimed wood box is made by Doodle and Snooze (Jude Boutle, Llanbister) from oak, ash and a red hardwood. The metal bent pin is from a dish drainer and the metal cord from around a bottle of Rioja. This delightful piece oozes quirky charm. Perfect size for your keepsakes, jewellery, or useful bits and bobs you want to hide from view. Other Doodle and Snooze items soon to be listed here or visit the shop in Rhayader to see more.
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WHY I BOUGHT THIS … … because I love a striking object … This is a free form, hand blown, Chalet art glass centrepiece. It was made in Canada in around the 1960s or perhaps a little earlier. Extraordinary that it is in nearly perfect condition with no chips - just a few scratches on the underside of the base. Stunning … well, I think so!
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SOLD I like bringing the outside in with this pair of exterior industrial style galvanised or brushed alloy wall lanterns. Having lived in rented for years as a student and beyond, I could never consider installing wall lights- electrician, hardwiring etc. These lights have been re-wired with a long fabric flex so you can simply plug in. The flex becomes a feature to create that cool art studio vibe. Price includes UK mainland postage.
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SOLD An anthropomorphic taxidermy study of a stoat with red bicycle. Needless to say- there is bundles of personality to this piece- you can’t get much quirkier. Please request a delivery quote by filling out the form below or contact us separately- thank you
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Mid century art display coffee table made from Indian rosewood.
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This woman torso sculpture, bronze glazed piece is signed ‘P’ but the artist is unknown. This is a contemporary work of art, tribal in style, with the top like a ceremonial headdress. Fantastically striking and unusual.
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An enamel painted metal North Indian or Persian vase. A beautiful decorative piece with naively painted with melon shaped design.
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Sorry, this item has SOLD This Moroccan hanging lantern is handcrafted pierced brass and ovoid shaped with multicoloured glass. Probably dates from the 70s or later.
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SOLD Retro style Robert Sonneman style floor standing eyeball lamp from the 1980s. He pioneered modern lighting making it an art form from the mid 1960s. Reminds me of my youth and space helmet shaped TV’s.
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SOLD This parquetry table dates from the 19th century and has a snap top. A beautiful example perfect next to a fireside arm chair. With triportite pedestal base, the top decorated with star motif. Price includes delivery to UK mainland. Dimensions relate to table in unfolded position.
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SOLD A highly quirky chest of drawers. These boat cabin steps with drawers incorporated into the step risers were specially commissioned. They have sailed many nautical miles and have only had one lady owner! The outer stair structure is made of solid oak and the drawers are oak veneered to lessen the overall weight. They are well worn as you can expect from their former function but I think this adds to their charm. They would suit a useful and unusual addition to a country style kitchen, studio space or bedroom. They would be perfect as a set of steps to a mezzanine floor and with combined storage they are suited to small spaces. Personally, I would use the steps for display and the drawers to store less accessed belongings.
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SOLD Oak 1930s Art Deco tall boy with beautiful tortoise shell knobs, useful shelves and a single drawer. Elegant detailing with curved corners and decorative knob surrounds.
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This is a highly decorative occasional/side table with tripod bobbin supports, circular stretcher, and intricately carved top.
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I believe the Scandinavian floor lamp base is from the 60s and the shade may be a little later. The shade is a classic mid-century apricot, brown and orange combination which ties in perfectly with the teak and brass base.
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SOLD WHY I BOUGHT THIS ... ... because it has been untouched since it came out of an old watchmakers shop in 2017/18. This watch makers chest of drawers dates from around 1930 and is made from stained pine. It has the original black bakelite knobs and has a truly beautiful (to me) worn patina. This item has sold.
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SOLD A beautifully patinated early 20th century Belle époque wrought iron coat rack with hat shelf.
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SOLD This is an Art Nouveau oak panel arm chair. A handsome and very high quality piece, there is a retailer or makers labels verso possibly an Eisteddfod Bardic chair. A new Bardic chair is specially designed and made for each eisteddfod (Welsh festival for poets and other artists) and is awarded to the winner of a poetry competition. Please request a delivery quote by filling out the form below or contact us separately- thank you.
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This is a Victorian Aesthetics ebonised folding card table with ormolu mounts on twin pillar supports from around 1830. This is a stunning piece. It has been part restored and currently functions as a side/hall table. Further work required if desired to be used as a card table. The price reflects this as fully restored it would be worth considerably more. Please request a delivery quote by filling out the form below or contact us separately- thank you
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SOLD This is a fab piece of eye-catching shop display. I believe it is very new but the apothecary hand painted signage has been exceptionally well executed. The typographic style has an essence of carnival, fairground and circus sign writing. The price reflects that this is a modern reproduction.
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SOLD This is a late 19th century country made mahogany arm chair with a beautiful curved shape. When you look closely it looks like it has been in a Wild West showdown with multiple repairs! The repairs are good and strong though with no movement. This one is a survivor :)
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This Arts and Crafts Liberty style chair is an unusual and elegant early 20th century piece with leather upholstered bow shaped back. It has been sympathetically reupholstered as the leather had deteriorated resulting in a large rip on one of the wings.
