Exquisite pair of pressed flowers, from a botanical collection by Swedish botanist Lars Olof Asplund, created in 1958 and 1959. Two pressed flowers comprising a Bogbean, collected and pressed in July 1958, and a Black Bindweed, collected and pressed by the same botanist but on 23 July 1959.
These are beautiful pieces of artwork, both in good vintage condition. The detailed description of the annotations on each page adds to the interest and appeal. Would look wonderful properly framed, and suitable for most rooms in the home.
Stylish vintage French number “5” from an old signage. It is made of timber background painted off white in the number “5” also painted, but in black.
A few little vintage knocks and imperfections give it charming character. A pretty accessory that looks stylish rested on a piece of furniture or hung on a door.
A very unusual lockable safe of some age, with original working lock and key. Manufactured by Charles Henry Griffiths & Sons of 43 Cannon Street, London, who were specialist fire and thief-proof safe manufacturers at the end of the 19th century.
Inside, the safe retains its original paint and lock, with three shelves, two brass chains to support the door and a pretty little drawer with knob in the corner. It also has two carrying handles. We considered applying oil to remove the rust but, actually, it is the earthy original rust colour and beautiful patina which give this piece its unique character.
The inside is equally beautiful, and ideal for stationery or other valuables on a desk, or even for jewellery or as a make-up cupboard. It would also look good anywhere in the home as an unusual stand-alone piece. A rare and very useable find.
Dimensions
40w x 26d x 28h cm
Delivery
Delivery (UK mainland only): £12 or Email us to arrange your own pickup or alternative delivery arrangements.
A really beautiful bank of drawers, most probably pine and painted in black, with bakelite drawer knobs, from the 2nd quarter of the 20th century. Each of the 8 drawers has a solid floor and is attractively shaped. Its dimensions make it a super storage option for cutlery or other kitchen utensils, or indeed to store items from a collection or even for stationery in a study.
It’s not often we see banks of drawers this attractive and with this size, and in such good condition.
Dimensions
68.5w x 38d x 27h cm
Delivery
Delivery (UK mainland only): £18 or Email us to arrange own pickup or alternative delivery arrangements.
Exquisite pair of pressed flowers, from a botanical collection by Swedish botanist Lars Olof Asplund, created in 1958 and 1959. Two pressed flowers comprising a Polygonum Viviparum (Bistorta Vivipara) collected and pressed on 5 July 1959, and a Klotpyrola (Pyrola Minor), collected and pressed by the same botanist but in June 1958.
These are beautiful pieces of artwork, both in good vintage condition. The detailed description of the annotations on each page adds to the interest and appeal. Would look wonderful properly framed, and suitable for most rooms in the home.
Exquisite pair of pressed flowers, over 100 years’ old, from an early botanical collection by Victor Johnsson, from Sweden, created during World War 1. Two pressed flowers comprising a Cardamine Pratensis (Cuckoo flower) collected and pressed by Victor Johnsson on 5 June 1917, and a Lamium Purpureum (Red Deadnettle), collected and pressed by the same botanist but on 12 June 1916. These are beautiful pieces of artwork, both in good vintage condition (although there is a slight discoloration of the paper on one of them). The detailed description of the annotations on each page adds to the interest and appeal. Would look wonderful properly framed, and suitable for most rooms in the home.
Exquisite pair of pressed flowers, over 100 years’ old, from an early botanical collection by Victor Johnsson, from Sweden, created during World War 1. Two pressed flowers comprising a Viola Tricolor (Wild pansy) collected and pressed by Victor Johnsson on 30 June 1916, and a Veronica Serpyllifolia (Veronica Serpyllifolia), collected and pressed by the same botanist but on 7 June 1916. These are beautiful pieces of artwork, both in very good condition with no apparent foxing. The detailed description of the annotations on each page adds to the interest and appeal. Would look wonderful properly framed, and suitable for most rooms in the home.
Very well executed 19th century portrait of a European Gentleman, oil on canvas. There is evidence of a signature and date (1882??) in the top left corner but it is very difficult to make out. There is a beautiful artistic quality to this piece, and the subject is clearly middle-European judging by his attire. The painting has been professionally repaired by the previous owner (see back image), and there is one small area to the bottom where the paint has been lost (see image), but this does not to our minds detract from its overall quality and charm.
This is a beautiful piece of art that would look stunning in the modern home.
Stylish vintage number “19” from an old signage. It is made of timber with a large hook on the back
A few little vintage knocks and imperfections give it charming character. A pretty accessory that looks stylish rested on a piece of furniture, hung on a door, or at the end of a bed etc.
Unusual pair of pressed flowers, over 100 years’ old, from an early botanical collection by Victor Johnsson, from Sweden, created during World War 1. Two pressed flowers comprising a Livaria Vulgaris Gulsparre (Yellow Toadflax) collected and pressed by Victor Johnsson on 15 July 1917, and a Viola Cannina Hundviole (Viola), collected and pressed by the same botanist but on 10 July 1917. Good size and very interesting images, both in very good condition with no apparent foxing. The detailed description of the annotations on each page adds to the interest and appeal. Would look wonderful properly framed, and suitable for most rooms in the home.
(3 further pairs of pressed plants specimens are available from the same collection).
Lovely painted French vintage pigeon holes in general good condition.
We love the beautiful vintage grey paint. The pigeon holes are showing a few signs of love and use, some staining which only add to their rustic charm.
Very versatile, they can be presented horizontally as a table top piece or vertically.
A wonderful and stylish addition to any home.
Dimensions
56.5w x 23d x 120h cm
Delivery
Standard delivery not available. Email us to arrange own pickup or alternative delivery arrangements.
Unusual ‘male’ English antique tailor’s mannequin. It is rare to find a ‘male’ version and this has the original adjustable pine stand and retains its pine arm caps, which are usually either lost or missing. Cloth covered, some water marks associated with use and some chips on the top of the handle above the neck, but you can’t see them if you just twist this to the back (see image 4). Overall this rare find is in good, original condition. Perfect to add character to a bedroom or bathroom, and equally good for shop display or similar.
Dimensions
155h (adjustable) x 40w x 25d cm
Delivery
Standard delivery not available. Email us to arrange own pickup or alternative delivery arrangements.
A very elegant 1950s French brass and cut glass floor lamp with brass tripod legs.
This is a very beautiful lamp, in excellent condition. It is made of solid brass and has very pretty moulded glass detailing. A striking addition to any style home and a real classic.
Shade not included. The lamp is in need of wiring by a qualified electrician, but we would be happy to have this done for you if required.
Dimensions
133h cm
Delivery
(to mainland UK only): £65 or email us to collect.
Large vintage black industrial metal letter S from an old signage. The letter can be easily hung on the wall.
A great home accessory that looks great either hung or rested on a piece of furniture. Vintage knocks and chips, and wear and tear add to its character.
Attractive late Victorian tub chair in studded green leatherette with original casters.
This is a stylish chair which can be used as a decorative bedroom piece or an occasional chair. Its’ petite size gives it plenty of flexibility as a decorative or practical piece anywhere in the home or office.
We particularly like the vintage studding, the lovely coloured green leatherette and the curves to the arms and back.
In vintage condition, it has been reinforced under the base cushion, and is comfortable. There are a few little imperfections to the leatherette (with a slightly more visible mark – see photo), all part of being a 100 years’ old vintage item.
Dimensions
40 seat h x 83 back h x 55w x 55d cm
Delivery
Standard delivery not available. Email us to arrange own pickup or alternative delivery arrangements.
