Hildesheim Rose Mirror / Picture Frame C.1865
A genuine 19th Century Hildesheim product presented in good, undamaged condition
Hildesheim Rose Mirror / Picture Frame C.1865
A genuine 19th Century Hildesheim product presented in good, undamaged condition
21/04/2024
Cedar Chest of 5 Drawers Circa 1887
The structure is sound with no evidence of rot, borer or modification. It is rigid. The drawer runners are original & worn however the drawers are all operational. Dimensions are of the golden proportion. It stands 48" tall. 42" wide & 18" deep. Further, detailed photographs are available. Delivery, at a reasonable price, is available for areas Sydney to Bathurst.
21/04/2024
R. Fowler Sugar Jar C.1880
It is stamped with the early mark of R. Fowler & not R. Fowler Ltd. A second stamp of 8P is shown to the top lip. It presents in good, clean, original condition with some chips but no cracks or repairs. It stands 10" tall & is 8" in diameter. Careful packing is offered for postage.
21/04/2024
Sterling Silver Teaspoon 1948
Sterling Silver Teaspoon hallmarked Birmingham 1948 & stamped with the maker's mark JBC & S.
21/04/2024
Cased Set Entree Cutlery Circa 1930
A premium set of knives & forks by Sheffield cutler W.R. Humphreys & Co. The knife blades are stainless steel. The handles & fork tynes are silvered Sheffield tool steel. The case is structurally sound & presents well.
21/04/2024
Sterling Silver Teapot - 1908
A Rare "Tea For Two" Teapot made by Birmingham siversmiths William James Holmes. It is stamped with the maker's mark W.J.H. & the assay hallmark Birmingham 1908. It is a quality built teapot that is made of a heavy gauge silver. The handle & finial are both genuine ebony. It holds two cups volume & when full is well balanced & a pleasure to pour. The lid hinge is unworn. The weight is 279 grams & it stands 5" tall. It presents in good original condition with patina intact - I will not be cleani
21/04/2024
Set 6 Cup Saucer & Plate Grafton Circa 1905
Marked A.B. Jones & Sons & Grafton China England, this set was made circa 1905 & certainly between 1900 & 1913. It is quality Fine Bone China. Included is a set of 6 cups saucers & plates, 18 pieces, plus a complimentary cream jug. All present in good, original condition with no chips or cracks. Careful packing is offered for postage.
21/04/2024
Teaspoons Set 6 Solid Silver Hildesheim Rose
Circa 1935 stamped Germany Silver 835 this is a German Silver set that was popular during the period between the wars. Each spoon is stamped & presents in perfect, undamaged condition. The length is 4 inches A cutting of the story of the Hildesheim Rose is included. Please Note - this set is solid silver (the German equivalent to Sterling Silver) & not silver plated.
21/04/2024
Scottish Chest of Drawers - Gothic
A gothic chest detailed in the manner of A W Pugin made in Scotland Circa 1880. It presents in original, unrestored & unmodified condition. The profound stop chamfer blade detail & thick, brass drop handles are magnificent. It is made of solid elm with drawer construction of fine mahogany. The backboards, dust shelves & drawer runners are poplar. During the late 19th Century, these materials were considered the finest available for furniture construction in Scotland. It is fitted with fletching
21/04/2024
Clarice Cliff Sugar Bowls Newport Pottery - Pair
A matching pair of Clarice Cliff Sugar Bowls of the Celtic Harvest series. They are manufactured by the Newport Pottery Co. England. They are complete with original chrome lids & rosewood tipped chrome spoons. They stand 4 1/2 inches tall & present in perfectly original condition. They show no evidence of damage or repair. The glaze is untouched. $400 for the pair. Postage is available.
21/04/2024
Envelope Folding Card Table C.1885 Original Condition
An elegant card table that presents in unusually original condition. It is made of select mahogany & it is well designed & very well made. The carved, slender cabriole legs are a work of art. It is an envelope folding design that opens by activation of a secret button. It is easy to operate & all leaves open & close with precision. The finish has not been disturbed & the green baize counting surface is original. The two brass & iron drawer handles are 1883 pattern & original. The structure is r
20/04/2024
Sterling Silver Calling Card Case 1898
Offered for sale is a Sterling Silver Calling Card Case that presents in original, undamaged condition. It bears the maker's mark of "KA &Z" & the silver assay stamp of Birmingham 1898. It holds my business card which measures 9 x 5.5cm & it is 8mm deep. Weight is 56g - it is heavily constructed. It has never been damaged, repaired or modified. N.B. this is a genuine card case & not a common match vesta, cigarette case or snuff box. Postage is available.
20/04/2024
Courthouse Robe Circa 1885 - Original Condition
Offered for sale is a genuine Courthouse Robe / Chamber Robe which was made in Sydney around 1885. It is stamped & numbered by Eveleigh Works & the rococo brass handles are cast in Birmingham & show a registration number that dates to 1885. It presents in original, unmodified condition. The finish is original & has not been tampered with. Timbers employed are Hoop Pine, Cedar & Douglas Fir. It is structurally sound with no movement in any joint. There is no evidence of borer activity, rot or da
20/04/2024
Royal Doulton Character Jug Long John Silver
Large size D6335, it presents in perfect condition however it has a fine crack on the bird. The crack is difficult to see - a macro photo is included. Careful packing is offered for postage.
20/04/2024
Victorian 12 Piece Fish Cutlery
A cased set of fish knives & forks circa 1890 that presents in good, original condition. The case is structurally sound with perfect hinges & clasps. The knives measure 8" & the forks 7"
20/04/2024
French Bedside Cabinet Louis XV Circa 1900
Offered for sale is an original French Bedside Cabinet in the traditional style of Louis XV. It was without doubt made in Paris circa 1900. It is absolutely original & complete with original rouge marble. It has not been restored, repolished, damaged, repaired or modified in any way. It is made of solid French Walnut with no secondary timbers. The top is fitted with a fine slab of polished rouge marble. The interior of the cabinet is fitted with grey veined white marble & is complete with it's
20/04/2024
William IV Gentlemans Press Original Condition
It is a fine example that was made in London Circa 1840. Dimensions are strictly traditional & representative of the era at 84" in height, 48" in width & 24" in depth. It is presented in original, well preserved, unmodified condition. The structure is sound with no movement, rot, evidence of borer, damage repair or modification. The poplar backboards remain undisturbed. They are quattro panelled & chamfer fitted in traditional Georgian form. The finish is original, showing excellent colour & pa
19/04/2024
French Marble / Slate Clock Mercury Pendulum C.1880
Offered for sale is a French mantle clock circa 1880. It is of superlative quality & substantial proportion. It is capable of extremely accurate time keeping. The case is of serpentine drum form & it is constructed of select Belgian Slate. It is embellished with elaborate bronze artwork in addition to emerald marble inlay. It features gilded brass frontal pillasters & bronze finials. The face glass & pendulum case glass are both thick, bevelled lead crystal. It presents in original condition &
19/04/2024
Cased 3 Piece Christening Set Sterling Silver Birm 1881
A high quality Christening Set set made in England 1881. Each piece is hallmarked Birmingham 1881 & struck with the makers stamp "H & T" (Hillard & Thomason - Spencer Street Birmingham). The handles are sterling silver. The knife measures 5 1/4 inches, the spoon 5 1/4 inches & the fork 4 1/2 inches. The set is complete with its original leather bound fitted case. The quality of manufacture is superlative & the condition is good & original.
19/04/2024
Cedar Wardrobe Circa 1870 - Original Condition
Offered for sale is a good, honest Cedar Wardrobe. It would suit the buyer who appreciates original 19th Century character. The structure is rigid with no movement. It is made of thick, well figured Cedar with no secondary timbers excepting the structural corner posts & glue blocks, which are Ash & Ironbark. There is no rot or evidence of borer activity. The plinth skirt is 6" in height & has not suffered reduction to rot or damage. The finish is original & it shows good coulour & patina. The d
19/04/2024
Fowler Flour Cannister C.1880
A 5 Pint lidded cannister made in the Camperdown, Sydney factory around 1880. It is stamped R. FOWLER SYDNEY & the number 5. It presents in good original condition with only small chips to the rim, no cracks & no repairs. It stands 9" tall & 6" in diameter. It is ideal for rice & Fettuccine storage.
19/04/2024
Irish Pine Chest of Drawers Circa 1860
Offered for sale is an original Irish Pine Chest of drawers. It is an authentic Irish Chest that was made around 1860 & it is presented in original condition. I purchased it from descendants of the family who migrated to Australia in the late 19th century. These chests are rare & it has been a striking part of my collection for over a decade. All timbers are Irish White Pine with no secondary timbers employed. The wide, elm like grain together with it's large, radial knots give it an unique per
19/04/2024
Lidded Tureen 1846 - 1848
Stamped "TE" it was made by Thomas Edwards Swan Bank, Burslem Stoke On Trent between the years 1846 & 1848. It presents in good, original condition. It measures 12' x 7" & stands 6" tall. Careful packing is offered for postage.
19/04/2024
Shelley Cup, Saucer & Plate
Good, original condition with no cracks or chips.
19/04/2024