Attractive and original pair of pressed flowers, both collected during the same 1939 expedition by Swedish botanist Torvald Fransson. These are lovely pieces of artwork, both in good vintage condition (with slight discoloration of the paper that is evidence of its pre-war heritage). One is a root, flower and leaf of coltsfoot, a plant in the groundsel tribe in the daisy family Asteraceae, native to Europe and parts of western and central Asia. This was collected from an area called Vaggeryd in the South of Sweden and pressed on 16 April 1939. The other is myrica gale, a species of flowering plant in the genus Myrica, native to northern and western Europe and parts of northern North America and more commonly called bog-myrtle sweet willow, Dutch myrtle, and sweetgale. This was collected by the same botanist from the same area in Sweden and pressed on 9 May 1939. (A total of 5 pairs from the same botanist is available.)
The detailed description of the annotations on each page adds to the interest and appeal.
Would look wonderful properly framed or very simply hung on a peg.
Very unusual 1930s/40s factory or laboratory First Aid cupboard, complete with detailed health and safety warnings affixed to the door behind glass, with ‘First Aid” in bold lettering to the front. There is a shelf within to stand products etc, and two holes at the back to mount the cupboard to a wall.
We’ve never seen a First Aid cupboard like this, and believe it is British, used in a small lab or factory around the middle of the last century. It has clearly been used and shows signs of wear to the door, which in many ways adds to its unique charm. Very , unique, practical and a stand-out, characterful piece.
Beautiful and original German pull down chart for schools – created by Jung (professor), Koch (artist) & Quentell (teacher) in 1961. Printed by Printed by Lehrmittelverlag Hagemann, Düsseldorf
Splendid colour and design, with the detailed cross-sections reproduced faithfully, showing up very clearly against the black background. This is an educational work of art viewed by generations of students. In generally very good condition, one very small loss bottom right corner (see image). Original paper on linen
Gentleman’s English antique tailor’s mannequin. It 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.
Large, framed oil on canvas portrait of Sir Archibald McKinstry by renowned society portrait artist Cowan Dobson, RBVA, ARBA. The subject is Sir Archibald McKinstry, one of the 6 ‘founding’ board members of the original British Broadcasting Company before it was sold to the Government in the mid-1920s and became the British Broadcasting Corporation. In addition to key senior public service roles in Australia in WW1 and the UK in WWII, Sir Archibald’s career included stints as MD of Babcock & Wilcox and Vice Chairman of Metal Box Co, and he was a member of the Institute of Electrical Engineers, Institute of Mechanical Engineers and member of the Royal Institution.
There is small evidence of two small repairs on the back of the canvas, but not easily visible at the front. In excellent condition, and with an equally beautiful original gilt frame.
Dimensions
122h x 102w cm (including frame)
Delivery
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A vintage, fully adjustable artists’ travelling easel, in pine and metal. This is a beautifully practical easel which can be adjusted to stand at several heights, take a wide variety of pictures of different dimensions and can then be packed away fully-folded (see pictures) for travel.
In very good vintage condition, the easel would be a lovely gift for a serious amateur or professional artist.
In the home, it would be a great way to present or mount a picture of particular interest or prominence in any room.
This is an exquisite little English seaside scene in the mist, oil on canvas. It is an impressionist painting from the late 19th century which caught our eye for its petite size, soft colours and gorgeous atmosphere.
Would look stunning either hung or just resting on any surface.
Rustic and charming 19th century table sourced from France. The table still retains its original paint on the legs. The top is original and had been left unpainted.
It is weathered with many knocks and chippy paint and there is a small repair to one of the feet alongside a few patches of previously treated woodworm.
Dimensions
78w x 63d x 66h cm
Delivery
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This is a very attractive French kitchen shelf dating from 1890. The shelf features 11 small handy hooks for kitchen pots and pans, and utensils, and two practical shelves.
We love the proportions and lovely patina.
Dimensions
92w x 17d x 90h cm
Delivery
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Small and delicate French antique candles and holders, originally used to decorate Christmas trees. Made of tin, with a saucer shape base to catch the wax, they are highly decorative, and would enhance any festive interior.
A perfect vintage Christmas accessory (the price is for 4 candles).
Naked flames near combustible materials not recommended.
Very attractive and charming little bank of table top drawers with metal handles. Probably from the 1940s, it is made of plywood surround covered with a beautifully aged black paper, retaining old labels.
The drawers are plywood with cardboard base.
Each of the 4 drawers is of equal size and provides great storage for small items.
This piece is ideal for use in an office, a bedroom as jewellery storage, or can serve as a variety of other purposes. There are a few creases to the covering paper, and some imperfection due to age, which gives it a very charming vintage look.
Classic vintage pine farmhouse table. This table is of a good size, able to accommodate 6 people comfortably (with 62.5cm leg room). The light colour is lovely and easy to pair with any interior.
It is nice and sturdy and in good condition, showing some previous vintage use to its top.
It would sit beautifully in a country farmhouse setting as well as an industrial style or classic city home, shop or office. It could be used as a dining table, or even a large desk.
Dimensions
153w x 87d x 76h cm
Delivery
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Beautiful vintage and unusually tall bank of drawers in immaculate condition.
It comprises eighteen little drawers in total, each one fitted with small, delicate and original circular handles. Sixteen of the drawers are of equal size, and the two at the bottom are slightly larger.
A truly stunning vintage piece.
Ideal for use in a studio as stationery storage, in the bedroom or bathroom as jewellery or cosmetic storage, or a beautiful shop display.
Dimensions
27w x 22d x 63h cm
Delivery
(to mainland UK only): £12 or email us to collect.
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