Fantastic arched antique door backplates and knobs, circa 1920’s. These refinished brass hardware sets include escutcheons featuring a bowed midsection and notched  More »

Fantastic arched antique door backplates and knobs, circa 1920’s. These refinished brass hardware sets include escutcheons featuring a bowed midsection and notched corners. Each plate measures 2-5/8” wide by 7” tall, and the knobs measure 2-1/4” wide by 2” tall. THE PRICE LISTED IS FOR EACH SET—THERE ARE FOUR SETS AVAILABLE. Each set consists of two plates and a pair of knobs with the connecting spindle and set screws (enough hardware for one door). NDKS205-RW   « Less

This is a beautiful antique American stained and leaded glass window, circa 1920’s, featuring a hand-cut design. The window features an understated background of  More »

This is a beautiful antique American stained and leaded glass window, circa 1920’s, featuring a hand-cut design. The window features an understated background of geometric and curved leaded lines with a vibrant green granite glass frame. The center of the window is accented with an oval-shaped, hand-cut beveled pane adorned with a wheel-cut, eight-point starburst. The glass is in excellent condition with no cracks or breaks, and the frame is in good antique condition with some peeling paint and a chip out of one edge. The window measures 28” wide and 25-1/2” tall, with a frame 1 3/8” thick, and the glass measures 23-1/2” wide and 21-3/4” tall. NSG79-RW   « Less

Peach coloured frosted glass circular shallow bowl with matching flower frog (holder for the stalks). Depression glass, circa 1930s. The frog sits into a well with a lip,  More »

Peach coloured frosted glass circular shallow bowl with matching flower frog (holder for the stalks). Depression glass, circa 1930s. The frog sits into a well with a lip, and the circular area is for floating flowers. Bowl measures 19 cm diameter and 7.5 cm high (7.1/2 inches by 3 inches). Apart from some minor damage on the bottom of the frog, it is in excellent condition. Heavy.   « Less

Both landscapes, and portraits etc. A set of 60 prints, plus one other later card, from the collection of the Museo del Prado in Madrid (Spain's main museum). These were  More »

Both landscapes, and portraits etc. A set of 60 prints, plus one other later card, from the collection of the Museo del Prado in Madrid (Spain's main museum). These were printed as a medical give-away at Christmas to doctor clients in Spain of Citrovit, a vitamin C supplement. The prints are printed with a slightly textured finish, and are beautiful renditions. Each loose page measures 21 cm by 17 cm. All in excellent condition. Probably circa 1960s or 70s. On the reverse is a Spanish language advert for various of the companies products.   « Less

Pocket knife with mottle marble effect handle, three blades: one large cutting, one can-piercer/opener, one screw-driver or whatever. Made by Richards, Sheffield, England.  More »

Pocket knife with mottle marble effect handle, three blades: one large cutting, one can-piercer/opener, one screw-driver or whatever. Made by Richards, Sheffield, England. Some discolouration etc to blades, but this can be cleaned up to a large extent with very fine wire wool, and a little oil. Closed, knife measures 92.5 mm long and 18 mm wide (3.5/8 inches by about 3/4 inch). Circa 1950s.   « Less

Handsome soup ladle, fiddle pattern finial, rat-tail rear. Engraved with the letter "M" or "W" depending on which way up you think it is. Ladle measures 33.5 cm long, and has  More »

Handsome soup ladle, fiddle pattern finial, rat-tail rear. Engraved with the letter "M" or "W" depending on which way up you think it is. Ladle measures 33.5 cm long, and has a bowl 8 cm by 10.5 cm (13.1/4 inches, and bowl is 3.1/8 inches by 4.1/8 inches). Excellent condition. Maker is Ady Bellamy Savory & Sons - prestigious makers, London. Mark dates it to Circa 1854-1866.   « Less

Royalty / Commemorative : A Rare Minton Bone China Orb lidded Bowl To Commemorate The Crowning of Queen Elizabeth II in 1953 Limited Edition no. 104 of 600 designed by John  More »

Royalty / Commemorative : A Rare Minton Bone China Orb lidded Bowl To Commemorate The Crowning of Queen Elizabeth II in 1953 Limited Edition no. 104 of 600 designed by John Wadsworth A very rare and unusual Orb shaped lidded Bowl of a limited edition of 600 made by Minton to an exceptionally high quality with rich gilding throughout. The shape as reminiscent to the Orb which is part of the British Crown Jewels and manufactured by one of the best British potteries. In high quality gilt around the rim of the lower section of the orb reads To Commemorate The Crowning of Queen Elizabeth The Second June 2nd 1953. Roses, thistles and shamrocks encircle the base. Stamped to the underside Limited issue of 600 of which this is no 104, the usual Minton stamp and signed designed by John Wadsworth. Stands about 5 1/2 inches/14 cms high - Diameter 4.75"/ 12 cms and weighs 500g John Wadworth also designed Minton 'Secessionist' Ware Very good 'Mint' Condition - images taken in garden and there are shadows from plants in the photos and some images a bit blurry - item is in wonderful vintage condition Surely a serious consideration for any serious Commeorative collection a wonderful and rare piece worthy of any Collection Reference: http://www.thepotteries.org/features/mintons1956.htm The most renowned of their artists in modern times was John Wadsworth who joined the firm in 1901, remained until his decease in 1955, and achieved his crowning glory in designing the great vase in commemoration of the Coronation of the Queen. His designs will long continue to be one of the great assets of this grand old firm whose productions, one can be assured, will be desirable 'collectors pieces' for generations yet unborn. Further Reading: http://www.theepochtimes.com/n2/canada/elizabeth-the-commonwealth-queen-263061.html   « Less

Antique : A large and rare pottery Frog & Lizard Loving Cup - Humourous Bull Chase An extraordinary large and rare Frog and Lizard Loving Cup having a humourous Bull Chase  More »

Antique : A large and rare pottery Frog & Lizard Loving Cup - Humourous Bull Chase An extraordinary large and rare Frog and Lizard Loving Cup having a humourous Bull Chase transfer around the model lizards to the inside. A very fine example, possible Museum quality Circa 19th century 7 1/8th (18.5cm) height X 6.75 inches (17.5cm) dia excluding handles - 10.5 inches (27cm) max width Good Antique Condition - there is a tight line underneath (does not go through to the other side) - please see image   « Less

Antique : An attractive Mariners Compass / Saloirs Farewell Sunderland Lustre Jug An attractive Mariners Compass Sunderland lustre Jug having the Mariners Compass with two  More »

Antique : An attractive Mariners Compass / Saloirs Farewell Sunderland Lustre Jug An attractive Mariners Compass Sunderland lustre Jug having the Mariners Compass with two Ships on one side and The Sailors Farewell verse on the other. In pink and copper lustre Circa: probably late 19th / early 20th century 5.25 inches (14cm) height X 7 inches (17.5cm) max width approx Good Condition - light crazing and light residue staining inside all as expected Impressed number underneath: looks like 1886   « Less

Antique : an attractive pottery Staffordshire Flatback Group Figure - Sailor and Girl An attractive 19th century Flatback Figure group of a Sailor and a girl on a boat  More »

Antique : an attractive pottery Staffordshire Flatback Group Figure - Sailor and Girl An attractive 19th century Flatback Figure group of a Sailor and a girl on a boat holding a flag Circa : 19th century Good Antique Condition - Glaze flake/shallow chip on back and tiny flake on side, slight paint loss, crazing as expected - please view images 7.75 inches (19.5cm) height X 5 inches (12.5cm) width approx   « Less