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A beautiful 19th-century carved wooden cherub, displaying wonderful craftsmanship and a rich, timeworn patina. Featuring an intricately carved cherub's face framed by flowing curls and beautifully detailed wings, above a decorative panel with traditional turned detailing. The expressive features, depth of carving and warm tones of the aged timber give this unusual piece a wonderful sense of history and character. Likely originally forming part of a larger piece of furniture or architectural woodwork, this charming fragment is now a striking decorative object in its own right. A beautiful addition to a collected interior, gallery wall or cabinet of curiosities. Condition: Antique condition with age-related wear, surface markings and imperfections consistent with its age and history. Please refer to photographs for details. -
A charming vintage metal bread bin in a soft cream finish, featuring traditional green lettering and a wonderfully timeworn appearance. With its generous cylindrical shape, original fitted lid and simple side handles, this lovely piece is reminiscent of traditional farmhouse kitchens. The aged cream finish displays plenty of character, with surface markings, scratches and natural wear developed over years of use. A beautiful piece of vintage kitchenalia, perfect for adding a little nostalgic charm to a country kitchen, pantry or farmhouse interior. Equally lovely used for kitchen storage or simply displayed as a decorative piece. Measurements: Height: 32 cm Diameter: 29 cm Condition: Vintage condition with visible age-related wear, surface scratches, discolouration and areas of paint loss, consistent with its age and use. Please refer to photographs for details. -
A wonderfully unusual vintage wooden horse marionette, full of character, charm and traditional folk art appeal.
Beautifully hand-carved and painted, this expressive horse features a cream-coloured body decorated with gold floral motifs, a dark flowing mane and tail, black hooves and a wonderfully playful face.
Believed to be Burmese in style, the horse features articulated wooden legs operated by strings and a wooden control handle. Pulling the strings brings the legs to life, showcasing the traditional craftsmanship and playful nature of this charming piece.
The beautifully aged paintwork, natural wear and rustic finish add to its character and individuality.
A fascinating decorative piece, perfect for a cabinet of curiosities, eclectic interior or collection of vintage toys and traditional folk art.
Condition:
Vintage condition with age-related wear, paint loss, surface markings and imperfections consistent with its age and use.
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A wonderfully decorative metal hanging basket, featuring an intricate open lattice design adorned with grapevine leaves, curling tendrils and a charming central cluster of grapes. The beautifully shaped metalwork features twisted detailing and decorative scrolls, with a softly weathered painted finish adding plenty of character. Suspended from three metal chains, this lovely piece would make a striking addition to a garden, courtyard or conservatory. Beautiful planted with trailing flowers, herbs or seasonal greenery, or simply displayed as an unusual decorative feature. Measurements: Height: 42 cm Width: 31 cm Condition: Vintage condition with visible wear to the painted finish, areas of surface rust and natural weathering consistent with age and outdoor use. -
A beautiful antique oak Lazy Susan, featuring a richly coloured wooden top, decorative carved border and traditional turned pedestal base.
The generously sized circular top revolves, allowing this wonderful piece to serve as both a practical dining accessory and an attractive decorative centrepiece.
Crafted from solid oak, the timber displays a lovely warm patina, with natural grain, markings and signs of age adding to its character.
The intricate carving around the outer edge and beautifully turned pedestal give this piece a timeless quality.
Perfect for a country kitchen or dining table, whether used for serving, displaying collected treasures or creating a beautiful seasonal arrangement.
Measurements:
Diameter: 46 cm Height: 16 cm
Condition:
Antique condition with age-related wear, surface markings and an old split to the timber, as photographed. The top rotates. -
A wonderful pair of vintage wooden lawn bowls, beautifully aged and full of sporting history.
Featuring a rich, dark ebonised finish, traditional turned detailing and original cream-coloured inset roundels bearing the initials 'WHK'.
The surfaces have developed a beautiful timeworn patina, with years of use leaving behind a lovely character and depth of colour.
Once used for the traditional game of lawn bowls, these substantial wooden pieces now make wonderfully unusual decorative objects.
Perfect displayed together on a bookshelf, stacked antique books or within a cabinet of curiosities. A charming addition to a country house interior, study or collection of vintage sporting memorabilia.
Measurements:
Diameter: 12 cm each
Condition:
Vintage condition with visible age-related wear, surface scratches, crazing and markings consistent with their history.
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A beautiful vintage wicker gathering basket, full of rustic charm and wonderfully aged character.
Handwoven in natural wicker, this lovely piece features an elongated oval shape, a shallow, generously proportioned basket and an elegant, tall arched handle with decorative woven detailing at either end.
The wicker has developed a beautiful muted brown patina over time, giving it a wonderfully authentic, timeworn appearance.
Traditionally styled as a gathering basket for flowers, herbs and garden produce, it makes a charming addition to a country kitchen, garden room or farmhouse interior.
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A beautiful vintage alabaster tazza in warm honey and buttery cream tones, with delicate natural veining and a softly translucent finish.
Featuring a generously proportioned shallow bowl with a substantial rounded rim, raised on an elegant pedestal base. An ornate brass fitting at the centre adds an unusual decorative detail.
The natural variations throughout the stone give this piece a wonderful depth of colour and character.
A striking decorative centrepiece, perfect for a dining table, kitchen island or sideboard. Beautiful styled with decorative fruit or simply displayed on its own.
Measurements:
Diameter: 31 cm Height: 20 cm
Condition:
Vintage condition with age-related wear, surface markings and some areas of chipping to the interior, as photographed. -
A striking hand-engraved wild boar skull from Bali, Indonesia, beautifully decorated with intricate traditional Balinese patterns.
The elaborate engravings feature the Ketupat motif, combining delicate floral scrollwork with geometric detailing across the skull and lower jaw.
Created by Balinese artisans using traditional engraving techniques passed down through generations, this unusual piece showcases wonderful craftsmanship and attention to detail.
The natural bone has a beautiful warm, earthy finish, with contrasting dark engravings highlighting the intricate designs.
A fascinating decorative piece, perfect for a cabinet of curiosities, study, eclectic interior or anyone with a love of unusual and beautifully crafted objects.
Measurements:
Height: 25 cm Width: 15 cm Length: 34 cm
Condition:
Natural skull with variations in colour, texture and bone structure. Some natural imperfections and wear to the teeth are present, consistent with the material. -
A charming little antique wooden bench, beautifully rustic and full of character.
Featuring a thick, solid wooden top, simple traditional supports and a wonderful timeworn patina developed through years of use.
The rich, aged timber displays natural markings, old repairs and imperfections, adding to its rustic appeal.
With its beautifully understated design, this little bench is perfect for displaying antique books, pottery, plants or other collected treasures.
A lovely decorative piece that would sit beautifully in a country kitchen, hallway or cosy corner of the home.
Measurements:
Length: 65 cm Height: 22.5 cm Depth: 17 cm
Condition:
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A beautiful vintage hand-blown glass jug in a rich amber tone, featuring a contrasting dark glass handle and lovely handwoven wicker detailing around the lower half.
The warm honey-coloured glass and natural wicker create a wonderful combination of textures, giving this piece a relaxed, rustic charm.
Perfect for displaying fresh flowers, serving drinks or simply adding a little vintage character to a kitchen shelf or dining table.
Measurements:
Height: 21 cm
Condition:
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A charming vintage stoneware utensil pot by Moira Pottery, made in England.
Featuring a warm cream stoneware body, rich brown glazed rim and beautiful decorative black lettering reading 'Kitchen Things'.
Dating to approximately the 1970s, this lovely piece has all the character of traditional English farmhouse pottery.
Perfect for keeping wooden spoons and kitchen utensils close to hand, bringing a little vintage charm to any kitchen countertop.
The underside retains its original Moira Farmhouse Stoneware maker's stamp.
Measurements:
Height: 16 cm Diameter: 12 cm
Condition:
Lovely vintage condition with some age-related wear and markings, particularly to the base. -
A decorative ceramic serving dish with a softly shaped octagonal form, finished with cobalt blue scrollwork, gilt detailing and delicate pink rose garlands around the border.
The crazing and staining to the centre give it plenty of age and character, while the floral border still has lovely colour. A pretty piece for open shelving, a dresser or table, either used decoratively or for displaying fruit and collected pieces.
There is age-related crazing, staining, surface wear and rubbing to the gilt decoration throughout.
Dimensions: L31.5 × W21 × H6 cm
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A lovely solid oak pedestal table with a circular top, moulded edge and beautifully turned central column, set on a stepped round base with small block feet.
The oak has a warm, nicely aged tone with plenty of visible grain and character throughout. A really useful little table beside a sofa or armchair, as a bedside table, or topped simply with a lamp or vase.
Age-related surface marks and wear throughout, consistent with previous use.
Dimensions: H45 × Dia.44 cm
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A wonderfully decorative wirework basket with a tall loop handle, embellished with hand-worked metal flowers and leaves.
The open wire construction has a lovely light, sculptural quality, while the aged surface has developed warm rust and oxidised tones throughout. A beautiful piece styled with dried flowers, branches or simply left empty as a decorative object.
There is age-related rusting, surface wear and some movement or irregularity to the wirework, all consistent with age and previous use.
Dimensions: H52 × W35 cm
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A wonderfully decorative two-arm gilt metal candelabra, worked with an elaborate arrangement of flowers, leaves and seed heads rising from a stepped circular base.
The sculptural floral decoration gives it plenty of presence, with a beautifully aged finish and varying warm gold and bronze tones throughout. A striking piece for a console, mantel or dining table, either left unlit as decoration or styled with taper candles.
There is age-related tarnishing, rubbing and surface wear throughout, all adding to the character of the piece.
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A beautiful ceramic wash jug and basin set in a rich rose pink, finished with cream detailing and delicate gilt decoration.
The large jug has a wonderfully shaped spout and angular handle, while the matching basin carries the same pink and gilt pattern around its exterior. Originally made as a bedroom wash set, it now makes a brilliant decorative piece, particularly styled on a washstand, chest of drawers or bathroom console. The basin would also work beautifully on its own as an oversized bowl.
There is age-related crazing, discolouration, rubbing to the gilt and general surface wear throughout, all consistent with age and previous use.
Dimensions:
Basin: H14 × W28.5 cm
Jug: H32 × W21 × D18 cm -
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A wonderfully decorative Edwardian fretwork picture featuring the words “God Bless Our Home”, surrounded by finely cut foliage and floral detailing.
The fretwork is mounted against rich burgundy velvet and housed in an ornate period-style frame, giving the piece plenty of depth and character. A lovely piece of traditional domestic folk decoration that would work beautifully in a hallway, kitchen or sitting room.
Age-related wear and marks to the frame, velvet and fretwork consistent with age.
Dimensions: H56 × W50 cm
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A striking 19th-century papier-mâché side chair, richly decorated with gilt detailing and mother-of-pearl inlay.
The black ground is covered with delicate floral motifs, butterflies and Chinoiserie-inspired decoration, with mother-of-pearl worked throughout the back, seat rail and frame. The shaped back and curved legs give it a particularly elegant silhouette, finished with a softly upholstered pale green seat.
A beautiful standalone chair for a bedroom, dressing table or hallway, or simply as a decorative piece in its own right.
There is age-related wear throughout, including rubbing and losses to the black finish, gilt decoration and areas of mother-of-pearl inlay. These are visible in the photographs and form part of the character of the piece.
Dimensions:
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A wonderfully characterful handwoven basket with a rounded body, single wrapped handle and original black painted lettering reading “MUNICIPAL COUNCIL” around the sides.
Beautifully made with subtle variation in the weave and darker detailing around the rim and handle. The lettering gives it a particularly unusual, utilitarian quality. A brilliant decorative basket for a kitchen, hallway or open shelving, while still being perfectly practical for storage.
Age-related wear, variation and some loose or broken strands consistent with its handmade nature and previous use.
Dimensions: H37 × W34 cm
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A decorative silver-plated pedestal coupe with a shallow bowl, flared foot and beautifully detailed twisted stem.
The aged silvered finish has developed plenty of character and patina, giving it a lovely timeworn look. Perfect styled simply on a shelf or console, or used to hold fruit, jewellery or other small treasures.
Age-related tarnishing, surface marks and wear to the silver plate throughout.
Dimensions: H14.5 × W11 cm
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A striking hand-painted camel leather table lamp, decorated throughout with intricate floral motifs in rich reds, blues, greens and warm ochre tones.
Both the sculptural base and scalloped shade are hand painted, creating a beautifully atmospheric glow when lit. An unusual statement piece with plenty of colour and character, perfect for adding warmth to a side table, console or bedside.
Light age-related wear and variation to the hand-painted finish.
Dimensions: H51 × W31 cm
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A characterful painted wooden rocking chair with a tall spindle back, turned supports and woven rush seat.
The worn red paint is particularly lovely, with plenty of natural rubbing and patina showing through from years of use. A great standalone chair for a bedroom, fireside or quiet corner.
Good, sturdy condition with age-related wear throughout, particularly to the painted finish.
Dimensions: H104 × W50 cm
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A decorative ceramic plate featuring a painted apple and branch to the centre, framed by delicate black floral detailing and finished with a fine gilt edge.
A lovely piece for display on a dresser, shelf or plate wall, with just the right mix of botanical and slightly unusual.
Light surface wear and age-related marks throughout.
Dimensions: 24 cm