Swarovski 1996 limited edition: The Unicorn First edition of the Swarovski Collectors Society ‘Fabulous Creatures’ Clear crystal Unicorn with a frosted horn & tail. With original box. 14.5cm
Pair of French Gilt Brass XVth Sconces AA2512 H.49cm W.30cm Rewired & restored to Australian standards.
Continuing SALE I’ve had on for the past one and half years. Except, not saying ‘Retirement Sale’ now, as Charlie’s taking over in the nearish future… I removed the previous sale signs a few months ago, but have continued selling at reduced prices, so I thought I’d better let everyone know. Since the sale started I’ve sold the shop over many times. Two storerooms don’t exist anymore. So why not continue… Always best to make an appointment, usually in 11ish – 5ish Mon – Sat. Darren from Luke Signs applied new sale sign today, fantastic service as always thanks Darren.
Glass Art Display I’ve changed my 19th century Masons and Parian Ware jugs display to include some Swarovski, Murano and Mercedes crystal figures and glasses. All retain their original boxes. Swarovski, Reclining Deer, Masquerade Columbine & Christmas crystal figures. Set of four Mercedes golf shot glasses. Italian Murano Vintage Cat. Vintage Moet & Chandon, Petit Liqueur glass ice bucket. Vintage Art Glass bowl. All displayed in a stunning 19th century French green chinoiserie decorated display cabinet. Notice the stunning pair of 19th century Italian floral and leaf gilt and ceramic chandeliers. Just arrived from Europe Still to be hung.
20th century Italian Murano coloured glass cat. Could make a very pleasant gift.. H.23cm 21st century Deco style ebonised, circular stepped wall mirror. Dia.70cm
19th century European Toleware painted lacquered tray, on bamboo stylised folding stand. C.1870 H.55cm W.78cm D.58cm
A late 19th century English made 12” terrestrial globe – 1890 Central School Supply House Chicago. A late 19th century English made 12” terrestrial globe, retitled in America. On a decorative bronzed cast iron stand. C.1890 No Rhodesia listed, which occurred 1895. Early style mappings with excellent print. H.50cm W.30cm
A rare 17th/18th century European oil, of a Classical Figure on copper. Wonderful late renaissance period colours with 19th century gilt frame. 17.5cm x 14.5cm
Two framed original hand coloured copper engravings by Elizabeth Blackwell 1730 Round Birthwort & Spinage 63 x 47cm Framed. Elizabeth Blackwell (nee Blachrie) was among the first women to achieve fame as a botanical illustrator. She was born in Aberdeen in about 1700, but moved to London after she married. She undertook an ambitious project to raise money to pay her husband’s debts and release him from debtors’ prison. Her project was a book called ‘A Curious Herbal’. She learned that physicians required a reference book which documented the medicinal qualities of plants and herbs. In order to develop the publication she examined and drew specimens of plants available in the Chelsea Physic Garden. Sir Hans Sloane provided financial support to publish ‘A Curious Herbal’. Elizabeth Blackwell is notable for being one of the first botanical artists to personally etch and engrave her own designs. This saved the expense of hiring a professional engraver. In total, the enterprise took Blackwell six full years to complete and in the end she was able to release her husband from prison. ‘A Curious Herbal’ was published between 1737 and 1739. The book contained the first illustrations of many odd-looking, unknown plants from the New World. Type Blackwell into search on my website to see many I’ve sold over the years. Above an, Early 18th English country oak chest of drawers. The well patinated two plank moulded top, above two short and three long graduated fruitwood lined drawers, surrounded by half round mouldings, double panelled sides, resting on the original turned bun style feet. Later decorative brass work. C.1720 H.91cm W.96cm D.53cm Remarkable, The botanicals and chest were made within a decade of each other.
Le Chat – Picasso 1961 Fine oak frame, stained and waxed. 52 x 42cm “Picasso Toros Y Toreros” Editions Published by Cercle d’ Art, Paris 1961 From a recent shipment of limited edition lithographs 37 x 27cm
Unusual late 19th century lithographs dedicated to the palm family. Finished by hand in watercolour. Licuala & Calamus 50cm x 34cm unframed. I love the way the chandeliers reflect on the perspex, also when unframed. Framed 73 x 63cm & 75 x 68cm Framed by Vicki Hutchins, Rose Street Framing. DM me for pricing. Above a rare 19th century French green chinoiserie display cabinet of narrow proportions. A large 19th century English Moore Jardiniere with bold floral adornings. A collection of 19th century Masons Ironstone and various other jugs of the same period.
22 x original hand coloured copper engravings by Elizabeth Blackwell 1730 Arrived in showroom recently, one of the largest botanical collections I’ve purchased at one time. Including, Original hand coloured copper engravings by Elizabeth Blackwell 1730 Type Blackwell into search on my website to see many I’ve sold over the years. Singular or framed in groups. Elizabeth Blackwell (nee Blachrie) was among the first women to achieve fame as a botanical illustrator. She was born in Aberdeen in about 1700, but moved to London after she married. She undertook an ambitious project to raise money to pay her husband’s debts and release him from debtors’ prison. Her project was a book called ‘A Curious Herbal’. She learned that physicians required a reference book which documented the medicinal qualities of plants and herbs. In order to develop the publication she examined and drew specimens of plants available in the Chelsea Physic Garden. Sir Hans Sloane provided financial support to publish ‘A Curious Herbal’. Elizabeth Blackwell is notable for being one of the first botanical artists to personally etch and engrave her own designs. This saved the expense of hiring a professional engraver. In total, the enterprise took Blackwell six full years to complete and in the end she was able to release her husband from prison. ‘A Curious Herbal’ was published between 1737 and 1739. The book contained the first illustrations of many odd-looking, unknown plants from the New World. 64.5 cm x 51.5 cm Instagram video
I took the beautiful glass birds home. Continuously changing my surroundings gives me great joy. Will I ever be finished? Being a dealer gives me plenty of constant choices. Even when Charlie’s running the shop in the future, I doubt I’ll ever stop buying and selling, no matter where I’ll be in the world.
Arriving from Europe early 2024 Pair of 19th century Parisian Girandole table lamps. Once arrived will be re wired and in showroom.