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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 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 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:
Antique condition with age-related wear, surface markings and imperfections consistent with its age and use. -
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:
Vintage condition with signs of age and use consistent with its history. -
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