I bought an unusual Australian made retro vase today.

I bought an unusual Australian made retro vase today.

I think I still like the original circular vase better, as makes a more traditional display.
I’d love to hear what my friends think? And customers.
I added photos of the circular vase and the last with the previous flowers.
Charlie in workshop with Jack, our dog.

Charlie in workshop with Jack, our dog.

Miss having Charlie to teach the trade and Jack hanging around.
I look forward to next year continuing our great routine…

Except Charlie will need to be here a little earlier. Not that I can talk!
Like father like son

17th Century English Oak Livery Cupboard – AA1664

17th Century English Oak Livery Cupboard – AA1664

The two sectioned hinged moulded top above a deep arched fielded panelled iron hinged door,
surrounded by an unusual deep rectangular moulded frieze, resting on stump moulded feet.
Having attractive double panelled sides and beautifully knotted backboards.
C. 1680
H: 76 cm W: 60 cm D: 42 cm
Unusual late 19th century hand coloured lithographs of palms

Unusual late 19th century hand coloured lithographs of palms

After nearly two years of retirement sale and selling 2/3 of my entire stock at heavily reduced prices.

I was nearly at the end of trading, until my Son Charlie and daughter Allie informed me they would like to take over the family business.

This is very touching to me, I love their devotion to my business of 34 years. So SALE signs about to be removed pricing back to normal.

 

Arriving from Europe soon. Eight Beslers

Arriving from Europe soon. Eight Beslers

Several of these I’ve never stocked before.
Type ‘Besler’ into search to see many examples I’ve sold over the years…
Prints from the first edition of Hortus Estettensis by Basil Besler.
First edition 1613 second 1641, third 1713.
Charlie’s farewell at Behruz recently

Charlie’s farewell at Behruz recently

I’m so happy I popped in to see Charlie give his gift of appreciation to Amir & Omid, for having him work there this year.

Charlie had the number plate ‘Behruz’ made. Was very special seeing them open the box.

The boys and entire wonderful staff have been a true blessing for Charlie, like a second family.

The beauty of plants and flowers in your home.

The beauty of plants and flowers in your home.

I recently replaced the plants to my jardinier in living/dining room. They’re quite perfect, but very hard to photograph.

I have many plants inside and outside my apartment, most belonged to my mother Nina, so I love having them around.

I look after my plants even compliment every now and then..
The flowers I regularly place on my dining table “interlopers” to the indoor plants are also well maintained, trimmed and re watered, to last as long as possible.
Thought I’d take a few quick snaps this morning and post.

Flowers and antiques blend beautifully ✨

Ongoing Retirement Sale

Ongoing Retirement Sale

Two out of three storerooms SOLD!

My son, Charlie will be joining the business next year and eventually taking over.

It’s wonderful having his fresh energy involved.

UP TO 50% OFF all stock.

Come in and see the rarest pieces in Australia!

A Nest of English Oak Tables

A Nest of English Oak Tables

This nest of 1920s oak side tables have been around for many many years.
I purchased them around 15 years ago, my late father Neville stripped the lacquered finish off for me, for some reason he removed all the tops?

So over the years, we found some tops, the bases, moved from store to storeroom, bloody bloody!!