Staple Repair

Hand painted. 1 corner of 1 of the dishes has been repaired with staples at some point in the last 200 years.

One is in excellent condition with only a very small, well-weathered rim chip, while the other has been repaired with staples and mortar on the bottom side but is very solid.

Condition: Fair, however has had Victorian era repairs (staples) in a few areas. Art on porcelain appears intact and in good condition however.

CONDITION REPORT The service is in excellent antique condition with only a few flaws; the centre piece has a complex but stable staple or rivet repair, making it entirely safe to use...

Antique 19th century Spanish handmade terracotta wash basin urn with period staples repair.  

Antique 19th century Spanish handmade terracotta wash basin urn with period staples repair.  

A church stands in the background, a lovely border. The staple is good and tight. Very good repaired condition.         

What makes this piece so unusual is the many age old staple repairs. A museum-worthy piece of Spanish folk art.

A staple repaired Japanese Imari punch bowl, Meiji period, late 19th century. 14 ¾ inches wide by 6 ¼ inches tall

A 19th century dark olive green glazed earthenware jar from Andalusia with twin handles and characterful iron staple repairs. Spanish, c. 1850.

Terracotta vessel with repairs Spain circa 1880 Sourced in Andalusia with beautifully stapled repair.

A large and fantastically patinated earthenware jar with characterful iron staple repairs and remnants of lime. From the province of Córdoba in Andalusia.

Heavily patinated with many intricate old staple repairs. A traditional present given to a bride on her wedding day.

A large 18th century statement earthenware jar, heavily patinated with characterful iron staple repairs and many layers of distressed paint to its slightly misshapen form - the resul...

Hand-carved Swedish root bowl dating to the 19th century. Old metal staple repair and beautiful patina.

Large Swedish rustic trencher bowl, hand-carved in beech. Old iron staple repairs. Dates to 19th century.

19th century Spanish Calanda large water vessel. Charming staple repairs. Decorative engraved bands of circular floral pattern.

This is a terrific example of a Spanish aged cosi clay pot with warm patina and old staple repairs.

19th century French bread board, hand-carved with staple repair and steel patches. Beautiful patina from decades of use.

Wonderful 18th or early 19th Century Swedish larch burl bowl of asymmetrical form and possessing excellent patina, old hand forged iron staple repair.

Blackened pot from Los Reyes, Mexico with original staple repair. Primitive design from the Popoloca culture that has remained intact for the last millenia.

Terracotta vessel from Calanda, Spain. With intricate old staple repairs. A traditional present given to a bride on her wedding day.

Shaped footed base with flower petal motif, circa 1880. Has old staple repair.

A very large 19th century dairy bowl. c.1880 Terracotta with beautiful green glazed bowl with wonderful ancient stapled repair. Some minor chipping here and there, but a great dec...

A very large and heavily patinated hand-thrown terracotta wine jar, with characterful iron staple repair to a hairline crack. From the province of Seville in Andalusia.

It has great character with the staple repairs as well.

Retaining its original whittled and attractively splayed legs, with characterful historic iron staple repairs to each end. Italian, c. 1800.

Swedish root wood bowl (19th century): large hand carved oval-shape root wood bowl with beautiful color and old steel staple repair. Three bowls available (varying sizes and prices) ...

Originally used for the storage of wine &/ or olive oil. Many age old staple repairs make this vessel a work of art as much as anything else..

With wonderful hand painted polychrome decoration. Old staple repairs to the neck of larger jug. Dimensions: 36cm x 25cm x 25cm and 34cm x 23cm x 23cm.

The wide shaft is worn smooth and the paddle has minor chips to the lip with a nice stapled repair near the shaft end.

Bolted to a solid 2" thick ironstone plinth. 27" high, 18" across, 13" deep. 45 pounds. Handle with staple repair, one of the eight scroll feet is repaired, firing flaws, as shown.

One figure has an old staple repair. France, 18th century

The male has his paw on a ball, the female has a cub with her, both are on block bases with quatrefoil openings at front and back old staples repair on one

Unusually large sized with an early iron staple repair.

Blue and white patterning, each with large lids, one with a slightly elevated foot and handles, one with old staple repairs. See the Victoria & Albert Museum for similar examples.

Hand painted overglaze colors & gilding. Antique staple repair on left side facing. 10.75" x 10.75" x 8.5".

This piece features antient staple repairs that are solid. Ideal for adding a touch of historical grandeur to any space, it's a captivating conversation starter.

All have minor issues with their condition but to me things like the stapled repairs only add to the pieces. All solid condition.

All have minor issues with their condition but to me things like the stapled repairs only add to the pieces. All solid condition.

All have minor issues with their condition but to me things like the stapled repairs only add to the pieces. All solid condition.

All have minor issues with their condition but to me things like the stapled repairs only add to the pieces. All solid condition.

All have minor issues with their condition but to me things like the stapled repairs only add to the pieces. All solid condition.

All have minor issues with their condition but to me things like the stapled repairs only add to the pieces. All solid condition.

All have minor issues with their condition but to me things like the stapled repairs only add to the pieces. All solid condition.

All have minor issues with their condition but to me things like the stapled repairs only add to the pieces. All solid condition.

All have minor issues with their condition but to me things like the stapled repairs only add to the pieces. All solid condition.

All have minor issues with their condition but to me things like the stapled repairs only add to the pieces. All solid condition.

The lid opens to provide cavernous storage, historical wrought iron staple repairs to the top of the bench, expected wear, patina and minor losses.

Primitive style. Historical iron staple repairs add character. Good condition, some scuffs and wear commensurate with age.

Large Swedish rustic trencher bowl, hand-carved in beech. Old iron staple repairs. Dates to 19th century. Note: Original/early finish on antique and vintage metal will include some,...

The condition overall is fabulous and original but does have an old stapled repair. I personally like these as an added detail and they don't effect the use-ability of the piece.

This one has an iron-stapled repair and small burn at one end. It has some small stains and sits with a slight list but is nonetheless a very attractive piece.

The bent wood rim is adorned with a simple iron rung and an antique iron staple repair. The basket's willow and reed weave has worn beautifully with time but remains intact - a true ...

Displayed on a custom steel mount as a storied artifact, this rustic wooden fish is textured with chiseled fish scales and a timeworn patina. Antique iron staples repair a split down...

Originally used for pickling foods, this mid-20th century ceramic jar is coated inside and out with a dark glaze. Subtle ridges suggest that the bowl was fashioned by coiling flatten...

Chinese enameled copper bowl Republican Period 1912-1949 Perfect condition with natural wear Without restorations.

A Spanish clay pot with spout from the 19th century. This antique round-shaped vessel from Spain is wider towards it's top and mid-section, becoming more narrow towards it's bottom, ...

A Wonderful Large Art Deco Style Simple Elegant Alabaster / Marble Carved Dome Pendent Fixture With Original Silk Cord Rope This Chandelier Has Been Rewired With 3 Edison Sockets And...

Terracotta Ponne (Storage Vessel) France, early 19th century This robust terracotta vessel, known as a ponne, was used in rural French households for a variety of domestic purposes...

Art Deco high-releaf marbled glass pendant or lantern, France, circa 1920-1930. Art glass with a high relief rim with vine leaf motifs in shape of carved alabaster with beautiful bla...

This Swedish neo-Rococo chest of drawers is finished in a blue with a beautiful patina. All three drawers are delicately concave for decorative purposes and adorned with brass handle...

pair of vintage solid brass lanterns exudes timeless elegance and old-world charm. Crafted from , high-quality solid brass, will not rust ,built to last . Their classic design transc...

A wooden English hexagonal coffee or end table has been recently updated with new paint of ebonized effect and pasted découpage butterflies. The density of these illustrations glows...

Inspired by the distinctive glow of historic Parisian streetlights, this large globe pendant light is a contemporary design from our own workshop. At the heart of the fixture lies a...

Dating from around 1900, this pine sideboard features a distinctive country style. The piece is fitted with two doors showcasing beautifully curved paneling and two practical drawers...

Jacques Pouchain (1927-2015) French painter and ceramicist. Bird vase , black enamel 1960's. Signed "Atelier Dieulefit" & JP on back. H 23 cm.

Rare Qing dynasty cabinet with original well preserved decorations. Red base lacquer with polychrome decorations, black lacquer on the sides. Top section with pair of panel doors la...

A striking glazed stoneware vase by Charles Gréber (1853–1935), produced in Beauvais, France, during the early 20th century. The vase has a strong, almost archaic silhouette, with a...

Pair of gilded wrought iron two-arm wall lights in Maison Baguè style, France, 1920s. Wonderful art environment handcrafted in wrought iron and gilded, enriched with clear, green and...

This ornate Pair of Mid-Century Hand-Blown Murano 3-Arm Classical Wall Sconces originated in Italy, Circa 1950. Each sconce presents a central blown-glass body from which three elega...

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