A characterful cast iron nutcracker featuring a raised mask design on the hinge, framed by scroll and foliate details. Solid and weighty with a deep aged patina. A lovely decorative piece for the kitchen or a collector of early ironware.
Measurements
• Length: 15.5 cm
Condition
Surface wear and patina consistent with age. Mechanism works well.
Solid brass nutcracker featuring an ornate architectural design with a raised bust of William Shakespeare on the front, framed within a classical architectural niche. It carries his life dates 1564–1616 beneath the bust . The reverse shows Anne Hathaway’s Cottage, a well known Shakespearean landmark. Rich detailing with columns, scrollwork, and a classical niche framing the portrait. Heavy and well made, both decorative and functional.
Measurements
• Length: 17 cm
• Width: 3.5 cm
Condition
Good vintage condition with a warm aged patina. Mechanism works smoothly.
A decorative vintage cake knife with a beautifully etched blade showing scrolling foliage and pineapple motifs. The handle is early marbled Bakelite or celluloid, giving it that classic mid century look. A lovely piece for serving cakes or as part of a vintage cutlery display.
Measurements
• Length: 21 cm
A small hand painted Japanese ceramic pot with a delicate bamboo and sparrow scene on the lid and floral sprays on the sides. Soft ivory glaze with fine line detailing. Ideal for rings, earrings, or small keepsakes.
Measurements
• Width: 6 cm
• Height: 6 cm
Intricately made jewellery box decorated with traditional Sadeli mosaic work. The top is inlaid with tiny geometric pieces of bone, ebony, and green-stained hardwood arranged in a star pattern. This style originates from India and the Middle East and is known for its fine, hand-cut micro-mosaic detail.
Measurements
• Length: 20 cm
• Width: 15 cm
• Height: 4.5 cm
Condition
Age related wear with some losses to the outer edge inlay. The mosaic surface itself is mostly intact with good detail. Hinges and structure are sound.
Charming mid century ceramic dishes illustrated by Bjorn Wiinblad. Each features one of his whimsical seasonal scenes in teal, with the classic Nymolle mark on the base. Ideal as small trinket or jewellery dishes and a lovely pair for collectors.
Measurements
• Height: 7 cm
• Width: 5.5 cm
A charming pair of vintage pressed flower compositions, each signed and dated 1987. Real dried botanicals arranged in soft autumnal tones and mounted under glass. The original gilt frames have classic beaded detailing and suit the nostalgic look.
Measurements
• Height: 33 cm
• Width: 28 cm
Condition
Visible foxing and age spotting to the mounts, consistent with their age. Frames have light wear but remain sturdy.
A small antique elm stool with loads of character. The top has that lovely uneven, timeworn surface you only get with old elm, and the legs show traditional joinery and natural age cracks that add to its charm. It’s a great piece for styling — plant stand, bathroom stool, bedside perch — or simply as a sculptural rustic object.
Height 26 cm
Width 35 cm
American sterling silver salt and pepper shakers, marked New York. Lovely curving shape with pierced domed tops. Combined weight 115 grams. Light surface wear from age but still very elegant on a table.
Height 13 cm
Width 5 cm
Early 1900s hand carved soapstone statue of the Egyptian god Horus. Soft pale stone with visible tooling marks and an old repair to the headpiece. Characterful and tactile, with the worn surface you expect from an older piece.
Height 16 cm
Width 7 cm
A striking pair of hand painted ceramic panels depicting swallows in flight, each one beautifully detailed with soft natural tones and fine brushwork. The artwork is painted directly onto ceramic tile, giving the pieces real depth and a subtle sheen. Housed in vintage gilt frames that suit the style.
These are impressive statement pieces when hung as a pair. Elegant, rare to find in this size and medium, and ideal for someone who wants something refined and a little different.
64 cm x 27 cm each
