museum inspired interiors

‘A quirky name for a quirky shop’

This is the home of museum inspired interiors. A concept born from Clare Flynn, Director of 3 Legged Duck Ltd specialising in investor-led property design and exhibition and display design.

Created in 2020, 3 Legged Duck Interiors shop was an eclectic, museum inspired, interior design shop selling antiques, vintage and retro.

‘A quirky name for a quirky shop’ Tim Wonnacott, Antiques Road Trip.

3 Legged Duck was on Antiques Road Trip in September 2021. It was great fun having the film crew in the shop for the day and yes we really did do the deal!

The shop has now ceased trading but the museum inspired approach to interiors lives on.

Clare Flynn is continuing her career in exhibition and display design.

She is also following her love of all things property as a consultant in the investor-led property design sector.

Here is a selection of Clare’s favourite museum inspired buys from the 3 Legged Duck Interiors shop archive – all now in the hands of new owners:

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Wrought iron candle holders

£115.00

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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Wooden stupa (includes mainland UK post)

£20.00

This beautifully turned wooden stupa was probably made for the souvenir market opens to reveal a small well. A stupa is a structure in a Buddhist temple that contains religious relics.
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Welsh folk art stool/table (incl. mainland UK delivery)

£80.00

SOLD This is such a cute piece of welsh folk art. It is full of rustic charm with worn paint patina and has a fab, heraldic style dragon motif.
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Vintage tapestry table runner (incl. UK mainland post)

£90.00

SOLD This vintage tapestry 'Vesuvius from the Bay of Naples' table runner would traditionally have been hung. I think they are fab as table decoration or indeed anything that requires a throw over cover.
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Vintage signs (price includes UK mainland delivery)

£40.00

SOLD A pair of reproduction Chinese railway signs cast in aluminium. I bought these knowing full well that the paint work quality isn't great and they are priced to reflect this. What is undeniable though is the visual appeal as wall mounted pieces. Great colours, retro date and oozing unusual cool!
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Vintage round mirror

£95.00

SOLD Uber stylish gilt and oak framed vintage round mirror from a ‘fine’ mirror maker Atsonea.
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Vintage Moroccan hanging lantern

£210.00

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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Vintage home decorations- Xmas (includes UK delivery)

£18.00

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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Vintage glass baskets (incl. mainland UK post)

£105.00

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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Vintage first aid cabinet (incl. UK mainland post)

£85.00

In great condition this hand-painted vintage first aid cabinet dates from 1960s/70s or possibly earlier. Such a useful item with vintage charm.
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Vintage bronze bookends (incl. mainland uk postage)

£95.00

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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Vintage bottle opener (price includes UK postage)

£46.00

SOLD This is 'Ducky' bottle opener is made by Kirby Beard & Co, Paris. It is a great functional novelty item. The opener is on the underside (see photos) where there is the makers stamp.
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Victorian door- repurposed as wall hooks

£180.00

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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Victorian Anglo-Indian table (price includes UK delivery)

£390.00

SOLD High quality item and sought after with relief carved arabesques and inlaid decoration on hexagonal folding base. Price includes delivery to UK mainland.
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Taxidermy stoat on a bike!

£200.00

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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Tailor’s advertising chair (price includes UK delivery)

£650.00

SOLD This Chas. Baker & Co. tailor's advertising chair dates from the mid to late 19th century, possibly early 20th. It is made in mahogany with a gentleman’s trouser press concealed in the back. Following the opening of their first store in 1864, they expanded across London until the company were forced to close due to the outbreak of WWII in 1939. There was a boom in the British textile industry in the mid-late 19th century and the clothing trade was a very competitive business. Chas. Baker & Co were innovative in the world of advertising with decorative maps of London and printed leaflets. This great piece of history would look fab in a gentleman's tailors or equally good in a design studio. Price includes UK mainland delivery.
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Scratch built model of a garden railway

£150.00

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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Rustic pine cabinet (price includes UK postage)

£50.00

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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quirky chest of drawers

£230.00

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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North Indian/Persian vase (includes UK postage)

£205.00

An enamel painted metal North Indian or Persian vase. A beautiful decorative piece with naively painted with melon shaped design.
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Nephrite jade stone turtles (price includes UK delivery)

£60.00

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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Modern Victorian style apothecary sign painted drawers

£250.00

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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Mid century modern tallboy dresser

£335.00

SOLD I positively love the atomic age (late 40s–early 60s) and this piece, although probably dating from late 60s early 70s takes inspiration from this era. This is an original and rare Mid century modern tallboy dresser by White & Newton. A beautifully designed piece in solid & veneered teak wood with atomic style ebonised knobs and retro dansette legs (ebonised wood legs with brass feet caps).
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Large mother of pearl shell

£70.00

This 20th century carved large mother of pearl shell decorated with arabesques would look fabulous grouped with other curiosities or under a glass dome.
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Industrial hall tree with rotating wheel of hooks

£795.00

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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Handmade rag bunting (yellow) (includes UK delivery)

£49.00

SOLD Handmade rag bunting exclusively made for and in collaboration with 3LD by Bobbi Handmade. Bobbi is local to Rhayader and designs and makes children’s clothing. I showed Bobbi a photo of rag bunting at Gifford’s Circus and to my delight she had made similar for her wedding. This is a fantastic way of creating a decorative item out of normally discarded fabric which is attached to 2.5 metre long super strong natural yachting cord. Also available in mustard yellows/earthy tones. Price includes UK mainland postage.
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Handmade rag bunting (blue) (includes UK delivery)

£49.00

Handmade rag bunting exclusively made for and in collaboration with 3LD by Bobbi Handmade. Bobbi is local to Rhayader and designs and makes children’s clothing. I showed Bobbi a photo of rag bunting at Gifford’s Circus and to my delight she had made similar for her wedding. This is a fantastic way of creating a decorative item out of normally discarded fabric which is attached to 2.5 metre long super strong natural yachting cord. Also available in mustard yellows/earthy tones. Price includes UK mainland postage.
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Handmade notebook- orange (price includes UK delivery)

£28.00

By Mark Cockram, Studio 5 Book Arts, London Never Mind The E Books Here’s The Real Thing handmade notebook. Inspired by the fanzines and music (of my youth) from the 1970’s and 80’s these individually hand bound note books take a swing at the soulless ebooks. Bound in book cloth (not plastic coated paper made to look like cloth) and prints from the original art work, these books are meant to be used. The text block paper is lined 70gsm, section sewn (with thread). Collaged Note Books. Hand bound note books in book cloth (not plastic coated paper made to look like cloth) and unique hand collaged art work makes for a book that is as unique as its owner. Evoking a bygone (Victorian) era with a contemporary twist, images and text are derived from the book-artists personal collection. The collaged art work often includes up-cycled and recycled papers. No two books will be the same. The text block paper is lined 70gsm, section sewn (with thread). Check out Mark's latest work: Studio 5 Book Arts Pink and orange books are also available. Price includes UK mainland delivery.
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Handmade notebook / journal- skull (free UK delivery)

£42.00

By book artist Mark Cockram, Studio 5 Book Arts, London and made exclusively for 3 Legged Duck interior design shop. Hand bound note book / journal in book cloth (not plastic coated paper made to look like cloth) and unique hand collaged art work makes for a book that is as unique as its owner. Evoking a bygone (Victorian) era with a contemporary twist, images and text are derived from the book-artists personal collection. The collaged art work often includes up-cycled and recycled papers. No two books will be the same. The text block paper is lined 70gsm, section sewn (with thread). Once described as the Christian Lacroix of bookbinding. Mark’s diverse work is represented in collections (public and private) all around the world, including the Victoria and Albert Museum and The Art Workers Guild. Check out Mark's latest work: Studio 5 Book Arts Other designs available- please enquire. Price includes UK mainland delivery.
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Hall chair in mahogany

£250.00

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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Globe Wernicke bookcase

£350.00

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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Edwardian mirrored sconces (price includes UK delivery)

£95.00

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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Copper box (price includes UK delivery)

£50.00

SOLD Early 20th century copper coal box with textured brickwork. I had to buy this because it is so unusual and curiously conjured visions of Mary Poppins and Burt dancing on the roof tops of London singing 'Step in time'! Price includes UK mainland postage.
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Cloisonne koro (includes UK mainland postage)

£95.00

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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