18 Results: clothing business in Ballarat Region, VIC

Offered for sale is this pair of USA-made ‘Round House’ denim jeans, created in Oklahoma (at Shawnee). Founded in 1903, this highly-regarded maker of workwear and fashion clothing continues production today and is the oldest manufacturing firm in that State. In 2011 their ongoing success was acknowledged by winning Oklahoma Exporter of the Year award. Called their ‘Carpenter’ design, it features a baggy-cut with nice styling accents such as hammer-loop and angled pocket (there are five in tota

Offered for sale is this retro early-21st Century Australian-made commemorative t-shirt, created by Blue Gum (for John’s Rod & Custom) for the 13th Annual Kustom Kulture Weekend (held 28-30th October 2005). Started in the 1980’s and still operating today, John’s Rod & Custom is well-known for providing a wide range of hot rod parts, clothing and lifestyle items. The eye-catching design features a great variety of rockabilly/psychobilly, hot rod and custom-car culture iconography. Central is a

Offered for sale is this oversize vintage 20th Century costume jewellery brooch, most likely dating from the 1940’s to 1950’s. Despite research the maker is unknown but is most likely English in origin. The charming and bright design features a hand-stitched cloth panel set being clear celluloid. It depicts a woman in 19th Century-style clothing with a colourful crinoline skirt, puffed-sleeve blouse, yellow bonnet and pink hair-ribbon. The mount has a brass c-ring pin. In excellent original c

Offered for sale is this rare antique 18th Century English original copperplate etching, created during the reign of George III (in 1788) by Alexander Hogg (16 Paternoster Row, The Kings Arms). Originally published as part of ‘A New and Complete Collection of Voyages and Travels (John Hamilton Moore, 1788) which contained plates of Australia, New Zealand, North/Central America and Tahiti. Active from 1788 to 1805, Hogg is most famous as the original publisher of Captain James Cook’s journals; a

Offered for sale is this New Old Stock (NOS) Sumi Threads ‘The night parade II’ t-shirt. Sydney-based since their launch in 2018, this talented clothing company is inspired by contemporary popular and classical Japanese culture. The eye-catching design (on the reverse) features a wonderful gallery of historical Japanese folkloric monsters (Yokai) and ghoulish Yūrei (ghosts). This includes the famous Hitotsume-kozō, Okiku, Yamauba, Oni and Chochin Obake. The front has a Tako (octopus) holding a

Offered for sale is this collection of five vintage 20th Century Australian-made enamelled ten-pin bowling brooches, most likely dating from the 1970’s. Made variously by Patricks (Sydney), Millers Limited and Pitcher (both in Melbourne). Of interest to Melbourne collectors is that two of these relate to the (sadly now demolished) Northcote Bowl, which for 45 years operated as one of the city’s premier bowling facilities. Great for pin collectors or to use as fashion accessories on your vinta

Offered for sale is this vintage 20th Century ‘Mountain Mac’ cotton oil skin ¾ jacket, made by Windsor Riding Apparel and most likely dating from the 1980’s to 1990’s. This Australian company has a well-earned reputation for offering excellent equestrian clothing and tack. A quality, well-constructed garment, ready for hard work on the farm or time in the saddle. Measures a size large (L). In very good original condition. No rips or tears. The lining has faded slightly over time. Please che

Offered for sale is this unusual and impressive large vintage 20th Century hand-carved South-East Asian hardwood wall-mounted votive offering/icon shelf, most likely dating from the 1950’s to 1970’s. Despite extensive research, another example of this style could not be found for reference or comparison. The clothing depicted may come from a range of countries, from Thailand (Khon dance costume) to Indonesia (Barong/Legong dance costume). The design features a winged female spirit-being that t

Offered for sale is this vintage 20th/21st Century Australian-designed ‘Globe’ cruiser skateboard, most likely dating from late 1990’s to early 2000’s. Based in Melbourne, Globe are a well-respected firm producing clothing, footwear and skateboards since 1985. The eye-catching design features the Australian flag in pale lime on a black background. Fitted with quality Slant trucks (wheels spin freely) that rolls this deck straight as. In good original condition. There’s been some use and wear

Offered for sale is this rare vintage 20th Century Australian-made Snowgum ‘Polartec’ adventure-ware fleecy unisex jacket, most likely dating from the late 1980’s to early 1990’s. Founded in 1986 (and still Australian-owned/managed), Snowgum remains an important brand on the local outdoor/adventure clothing and accessories scene. In a wonderfully eye-catching ‘Aspen/Banff/Falls Creek après-ski’ style, the jacket design features a predominantly black and purple colour scheme (with silver lozeng

Offered for sale is this antique 19th Century original mixed media portrait of a young child, with an estimated date range (based on the clothing) from the 1840’s to 1870’s. Despite research, the identity of the artist and subject (if an actual portrait of an individual) is currently unknown however it’s most likely they are Caucasian in origin. This charming (and definitely “Gothic” - given the style and current condition) artwork appears to be done by the hand of a highly talented amateur ra

Offered for sale is this extremely rare 20th Century Australian 1956 Melbourne Olympics souvenir bottle/combined candlestick, made in England. This is both a curious and important sporting item from an almost forgotten part of Australian and international sporting history. The design is taken from a series of stamps produced by the Dutch Post Office in 1956. This item has a truly interesting history behind its production, as Dutch athletes were forbidden to participate at the Melbourne Olympic

Offered for sale is this vintage 20th Century Australian-made ‘Puma’ sports tracksuit top in glorious polyester, most likely dating from 1980 to 1988. Original factory tag remains in place. Fantastically bright and eye-catching in the Green and Gold. Oi oi oi! Perfect for rocking a Normcore/Aussie-run-DMC look - you just need the ghetto blaster and some raybans. In very good original condition. There are no rips, tears and the zip works correctly. There is a small amount of very light spottin

Offered for sale is this large vintage 20th Century South-East Asian carved teak-wood bust, most likely made in Indonesia post-WW2 and probably dating from the 1960’s to 1970’s. The sculptor has skilfully carved this realistic image of a male (possibly a chief or warrior?). Given the clothing and personal items depicted, this may possibly show a tribal member from the Malay or Sarawak/Borneo region. The level of detail is high and carries a great deal of human expression and dignity. Perfect

Offered for sale is this cool vintage 20th Century European ‘Angelo Litrico’ tailored black leather jacket, most likely dating from the late-1980’s to mid-1990’s. Originally retailed through C&A (the large Dutch-owned European clothing retailer). Size XL. A fantastic example of ‘imagined retro future’ styling. Features bold, angular tailoring with large press-studs and vented shoulder patches. This is a quality garment and well constructed. An excellent base garment for a cosplay creation or

Offered for sale is this antique early 20th Century Joseph Walker & Co embossed copper tray with golfing design, circa 1907-8. A great gift for the golfer who has everything. Features a highly detailed image of a chap in Edwardian golf-clothing about to drive down the green. Four! In very good condition, over many years has the copper has developed a lovely warm patination. The company Joseph Walker & Co was located in Birmingham and commenced operating in 1870. Measures 9.5cm (diam) x 1.5cm

Offered for sale in this unusual item of vintage clothing, made by David Lack Pty Ltd of Melbourne and most likely dating from the 1950-60’s. This firm was responsible for tailoring jackets for the 1956 Australian Olympics team. Having researched the garment’s buttons and overall design, it could be one of the following: - A dinner/dress uniform jacket for the Women's Royal Australian Army Corps (WRAAC). However there is only one WRAAC button (versus two naval ones) and the garment design do

Offered for sale is this antique original Edwardian print, dating from 1904 and produced by well-known English printers Landecker & Brown (28 & 30 Worship Street, London EC). Titled ‘In love’ and printed in a sepia tone, the scene depicts a couple standing in a walled garden. The artist, Harry Baldry, is known for producing a series of mawkish Victorian/Edwardian etchings around themes of love. The unintended irony of this work is the fact neither person is wearing clothing that matches the er