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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 beautiful green mother of pearl vase is a striking interior design piece. Handmade in Vietnam. Age unknown but certainly modern.
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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 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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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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This Indian table is of coffee or side table size. It dates from the 19th century and is made from a wheel. A fantastic piece of antique upcycling! It is very heavy due to the iron supports and layers of wood held together with nails and iron brackets.
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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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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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WHY I BOUGHT THIS ... … because there is absolutely nothing ‘standard’ about this lamp! I would go as far as to say this is the most beautiful item I have come across this year and it is a pleasure to own it. This is a late 19th/early 20th century, hand painted papier mâché, standard lamp which his from Kashmir or could be South Russian.
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Every year we tend to buy another decoration for the tree. These beautiful vintage German Hummel porcelain decorations are in perfect condition. They have the same image on both sides and the edges are highlighted in gold. There are 5 designs to choose from. As they are vintage, unfortunately there is only one available of each. If you would like multiple please enquire separately quoting the item code (3LD0132-A, B, C, D or E) and I will provide a cost with combined postage. Postage: 3-5 working days
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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 .... ... this is a chest of 110 drawers each with the watch part engraved into the brass cup. Each drawer is blind tooled with a number inside corresponding to a number hand written in the chest carcass. These drawers are in untouched condition from the day they came out of the watchmakers. What a treasure!
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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 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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A wonderfully worn antique oriental rug dating from the late 19th/early 20th century.
The style and mixture of earthy and dark tones will work with pretty much any decor. The price reflects the condition but to me it is worth more than a perfect example- I have been looking for a Persian rug with this aesthetic for a long time!
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SOLD This is a uniquely designed piece which has been finely made in mahogany. It was commonly seen in solicitors offices, libraries or Schools in Britain in the 1920s. A highly practical bookcase made in three stacked sections. Indeed, this fairly large furniture item is very easy to disassemble and transport. Flat-pack furniture has been around for years, centuries even!
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This antique Japanese Cloisonne vase dates from the Meiji period c. 1900. It is on black enamel ground with floral decoration.
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This vintage Chinese Cloisonne vase probably dates from the 1980s. It is on blue enamel ground with floral decoration.
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Beautiful antique black lacquered papier-mâché victorian desk ink blotter, with abalone mother of pearl shell inlay.
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Beautiful antique black lacquered papier-mâché victorian wall art / desk ink blotter, with abalone mother of pearl shell inlay.
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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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SOLDThis is an amazing antique 17th century sword chest. What has this swashbuckling item seen and heard over the centuries? It has even been converted to a toolbox at some point and has evidence of being used as a work bench. The remnants of paint and accidental marks only add to the story of this piece.It has only been in the shop for a couple of weeks with many admirers and has recently sold!
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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 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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SOLD Ceramic sculpture of a seated Pierrot by David Fisher for Austin Productions, 1984 This decadent piece oozes Art Deco glamour. David Fisher is a graduate of Greek Art College of Odessa, Ukraine. He worked for several decades as a sculptor in marble, granite, bronze, and wood.
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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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SOLD This fabulous piece of 1920s workmanship would have been made for the industrial office. A fantastic feature is the rotating wheel of hooks. Would look magnificent in any hallway (with a fairly high ceiling as it stands at nearly 7ft tall!).
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SOLD These are very cute vintage oriental carved nephrite stone turtles. Possibly designed as a belt (but perhaps too short to function as one), this set looks fab hanging on the wall.
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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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This is a 20th century/vintage Islamic mixed metal trinket box with inlaid wood lined interior. Very pretty and ideal as a jewellery/ring box.
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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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SOLD This is a rustic scratch built continental rustic pine cabinet with a charming hand painted motif of sycamore leaves. The back panel is made from a printed wooden storage crate.
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SOLD Granite soap dish made from granite featuring a painted metal seagull. This is a quirky dish for your soap, bits and bob or jewellery.
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SOLD This is a vintage hand carved wooden bust of an Indonesian man. Excellent craftsmanship and beautifully aged. This is a striking focal point for a mantel piece.
