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Barcelona Olympic Boxing Mascot Cobi (1992) by Javier Mariscal
By Javier Mariscal
Located in London, GB
The 1992 Summer Olympics, officially known as the Games of the XXV Olympiad, were held in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain, from 25 July to 9 August 1992. Commonly referred to as Barcelona '92, these games were notable for being the last Summer and Winter Olympics to be held in the same year, as the International Olympic Committee (IOC) decided thereafter to alternate the events in separate even-numbered years, starting in 1994. This was a pivotal moment in Olympic history, as the Barcelona Games marked the first Summer Olympics held in the post-Cold War era and were free from the boycotts that had plagued previous events, a situation not seen since the 1972 Munich Olympics.
Barcelona '92 is widely regarded as one of the most successful Olympic Games, contributing significantly to the modernization and global image of the city. It was also a Games of many firsts: the debut of the "Dream Team" in basketball, which featured NBA players like Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson, and Larry Bird, and the reintegration of South Africa into the international sports community after a 32-year ban due to apartheid. The participation of a unified German team following the reunification of East and West Germany, and the absence of the Soviet Union (though its former republics competed as the Unified Team), further emphasized the geopolitical shifts of the time.
The official mascot for the 1992 Barcelona Games was *Cobi*, a stylized sheepdog designed by Catalan artist and designer Javier Mariscal. Mariscal, already a significant figure in contemporary design, was known for his eclectic and playful style, often blending comic art with a modernist sensibility. His creation of Cobi was a departure from previous Olympic mascots...
Category
1990s Spanish Post-Modern Sports Equipment and Memorabilia
Materials
Resin
Barcelona Olympic Football Mascot Cobi (1992) by Javier Mariscal
By Javier Mariscal
Located in London, GB
The 1992 Summer Olympics, officially known as the Games of the XXV Olympiad, were held in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain, from 25 July to 9 August 1992. Commonly referred to as Barcelona '92, these games were notable for being the last Summer and Winter Olympics to be held in the same year, as the International Olympic Committee (IOC) decided thereafter to alternate the events in separate even-numbered years, starting in 1994. This was a pivotal moment in Olympic history, as the Barcelona Games marked the first Summer Olympics held in the post-Cold War era and were free from the boycotts that had plagued previous events, a situation not seen since the 1972 Munich Olympics.
Barcelona '92 is widely regarded as one of the most successful Olympic Games, contributing significantly to the modernization and global image of the city. It was also a Games of many firsts: the debut of the "Dream Team" in basketball, which featured NBA players like Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson, and Larry Bird, and the reintegration of South Africa into the international sports community after a 32-year ban due to apartheid. The participation of a unified German team following the reunification of East and West Germany, and the absence of the Soviet Union (though its former republics competed as the Unified Team), further emphasized the geopolitical shifts of the time.
The official mascot for the 1992 Barcelona Games was *Cobi*, a stylized sheepdog designed by Catalan artist and designer Javier Mariscal. Mariscal, already a significant figure in contemporary design, was known for his eclectic and playful style, often blending comic art with a modernist sensibility. His creation of Cobi was a departure from previous Olympic mascots...
Category
1990s Spanish Sporting Art Sports Equipment and Memorabilia
Materials
Resin
1960s Original Japanese Brass maritime passageway hallway by Osaka Tokushu
Located in London, GB
Osaka Tokushu, the company behind this striking 1960s brass naval passageway lamp, is renowned for its high-quality maritime equipment. Based in Japan, the company specialized in producing durable and functional lighting solutions for ships, with an emphasis on precision engineering and robust materials to withstand the harsh conditions of sea travel. This particular lamp, salvaged from decommissioned Japanese cargo ships in India, exemplifies the company’s commitment to excellence and longevity, making it a sought-after relic from mid-century maritime history.
The lamp’s design reflects Osaka Tokushu's dedication to both form and function. The brass enclosure and threaded glass dome are not only built to last but also evoke a utilitarian elegance typical of naval equipment...
Category
Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Tito Agnoli Korium Leather Chair (1970s) by Matteo Grassi – Italian Post Modern
By Tito Agnoli, Matteo Grassi
Located in London, GB
The Korium chair, designed by Tito Agnoli, is a standout piece from the mid-20th century, blending Italian craftsmanship with modernist design principles. Agnoli, renowned for his mi...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Leather
Glass chair in the Manner of Louis Dierra
By Louis Dierra
Located in London, GB
This striking curved glass chair, inspired by the iconic designs of Louis Dierra for the Glass Centre Pavilion at the 1939 World’s Fair in New York, represents a masterful blend of a...
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Glass, PVC
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Inspired Italian Style ‘Marcello’ Lounge Chairs
Located in London, GB
Bespoke Marcello High-Back Lounge Chair Inspired by Italian 1950s Design**
The Marcello high-back lounge chair draws its inspiration from the timeless elegance of Italian mid-centu...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Glass chair in the Manner of Louis Dierra
By Louis Dierra
Located in London, GB
This striking curved glass chair, inspired by the iconic designs of Louis Dierra for the Glass Centre Pavilion at the 1939 World’s Fair in New York, represents a masterful blend of a...
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Glass, PVC
Bespoke Yama Stool:Scandinavian & Japanese Design with English Craftsmanship
Located in London, GB
Introducing the “Yama” Bar Stool
The “Yama” bar stool, meaning "mountain” in Japanese, beautifully marries Scandinavian and Japanese design influences. Its slender legs and bracing reflect a mid-century Scandinavian aesthetic, while the elegantly curved seat draws inspiration from the traditional Japanese bath...
Category
2010s English Scandinavian Modern Stools
Materials
Ash, Cherry
Tito Agnoli Korium Leather Chair (1970s) by Matteo Grassi – Italian Post Modern
By Tito Agnoli, Matteo Grassi
Located in London, GB
The Korium chair, designed by Tito Agnoli, is a standout piece from the mid-20th century, blending Italian craftsmanship with modernist design principles. Agnoli, renowned for his mi...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
African Wood Female Bust Figurative Sculpture Mandinka Woman
Located in London, GB
The African wood female bust figurative sculpture of a Mandinka woman is a striking piece of art that encapsulates the cultural heritage and craftsmanship of West Africa. Hand-carved...
Category
20th Century Gambian Tribal Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Wood
Tito Agnoli Korium Leather Chair (1970s) by Matteo Grassi – Italian Post Modern
By Tito Agnoli, Matteo Grassi
Located in London, GB
The Korium chair, designed by Tito Agnoli, is a standout piece from the mid-20th century, blending Italian craftsmanship with modernist design principles. Agnoli, renowned for his mi...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel
Danish Chair or stool by Georg Petersens for Mobelfabrik in Style of Alvar Aalto
By Alvar Aalto, Georg Petersens Møbelfabrik
Located in London, GB
Single Mobelfabrik Stool by Georg Petersens – A Blend of Danish Craftsmanship and Timeless Design**
Introducing a single Mobelfabrik Danish chair or steam-bent stool designed by Geo...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Stools
Materials
Leather, Wood, Beech
Chrome and Aluminium Fase desk lamp Modelos patentados Madrid Espana
By Fase
Located in London, GB
A rare and exceptional example of the Fase desk lamp, Modelos Patentados, designed and manufactured by the prestigious Spanish company Fase in Madrid. F...
Category
Vintage 1960s Spanish Space Age Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome
Glass chair in the Manner of Louis Dierra
By Louis Dierra
Located in London, GB
This striking curved glass chair, inspired by the iconic designs of Louis Dierra for the Glass Centre Pavilion at the 1939 World’s Fair in New York, represents a masterful blend of a...
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Glass, PVC
Warren Platner for Knoll classic armchair designed 1966
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in London, GB
Warren Platner studied at Cornell University, graduating in 1941 with a degree in architecture. He went on to work with legendary architects Raymond Loewy, Eero Saarinen, and I. M. P...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Chrome and Aluminium Fase desk lamp Modelos patentados Madrid Espana
By Fase
Located in London, GB
A rare and exceptional example of the Fase desk lamp, Modelos Patentados, designed and manufactured by the prestigious Spanish company Fase in Madrid. F...
Category
Vintage 1960s Spanish Space Age Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome, Metal
Large Rörstrand Ashtray by Gunnar Nylund, 1950s Swedish Ceramic, Organic Form
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in London, GB
Large Rörstrand Ashtray by Gunnar Nylund, 1950s Swedish Ceramic, Organic Form
A striking large ashtray, shell-like in its design, produced by the esteemed Swedish ceramic maker Rörs...
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Ceramic
Large Rörstrand Ashtray Table by Gunnar Nylund, 1950s Swedish Ceramic, Signed
By Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand
Located in London, GB
Large Rörstrand Ashtray Table by Gunnar Nylund, 1950s Swedish Ceramic, Signed
A large and distinctive ashtray table produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, in the 1950s. Designed by Gunnar N...
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Ashtrays
Materials
Ceramic
Swedish Folk Art bridge bookshelf, designed by Petrus & Sture Lundström 1925
Located in London, GB
A wonderful and skilfully executed piece of Swedish Folk Art. In 1925 readers of the Swedish family magazine Allérs familj-journal, would have found instructions for building this im...
Category
Vintage 1920s Swedish Folk Art Toys
Materials
Copper
Dalu Table Lamp by Vico Magistretti for Artemide
By Artemide, Vico Magistretti
Located in London, GB
This rare table lamp was designed by Vico Magistretti for the Italian manufacture Artemide during the 1960s, it is one of 2 that we currently have in stock. The lamp is made from one main piece of white plastic. Dalù is one a wonderful expression of Magistretti’s design ethos and reflects his belief that beauty and everyday functionality should be equally important in the object.
Vico Magistretti was born in Milan. He attended Parini High School before he enrolled in the Regio Politecnico Faculty of Architecture in Milan in the fall of 1939. In 1943-1944 he moved to Switzerland, where he attended several academic courses at the Champ Universitarie Italien in Lausanne. It was then that he spent time with Ernesto Nathan Rogers, who had a key influence on his intellectual education. In 1945 he returned to Milan, where he graduated from the Faculty of Architecture at the Polytechnic University. He immediately started working for his father's company, the architect Piergiulio Magistretti, in via Conservatorio. The 1950s were a very busy and fruitful period for the young architect, who came up with many innovative ideas and very quickly became one of the most outstanding representatives of the third generation. Over the next few years he worked as a designer as well as an architect, creating furniture and objects that will always be classics of contemporary production. It was then that he was awarded the Golden Compass for the Eclisse lamp (1967).He then started working with important companies such as Artemide, Campeggi, Cassina, De Padova, Flou, Fontana Arte, Fritz Hansen, Kartell, Olivari, Oluce, Poggi, Schiffini Mobili Cucine and Gebrüder Thonet Vienna. His design works are in the permanent collection of MoMA - Museum of Modern Art in New York and in many other museums in America and Europe. In the field of architecture, it is worth mentioning his nomination as an honorary member of the Royal College of Art in London, where he was also a visiting professor. He also participated in exhibitions and conferences in Europe, Japan and the USA. Established in the 1960s, Artemide is one of the most famous lighting brands in the world. Known for its philosophy, The Human Light...
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Table Lamps
Materials
Plastic
Michael Kenny Preparatory Sketch from the Serpentine Show
By Michael Kenny RA
Located in London, GB
Study for a man seated sculpture
Michael Kenny RA
Original
Artist: Michael Kenny RA (1941-1999)
Chalk numbers on verso
Born in Liverpool 1941, he son of an engineer. Studied at Liverpool art school, alongside Stuart Sutcliffe (an early Beatle) and John Lennon. He then went onto Slade in 1961 to study under Reg Butler, who nicknamed his protege "the Liverpool Italian". His distinguished career began when exhibited in Oxford in 1964. Michael was one of the most influential British sculptors of his generation and his contemplative geometric stone works became increasingly well regarded. He was elected associate member of the Royal Academy in 1976 and a Royal Academician in 1986. Today his work is held in museums all over the world including the British Museum, The Tate Gallery and the V&A in London. He has had solo shows in Germany, Sweden, Milan, Paris, Los Angeles, London, Japan and Dubai. Subsequently many corporations and private collectors throughout the world hold examples of his work. On Michael Kenny's gravestone in Highgate cemetery is the title of one of his sculptures, More Loved Than Known. The legend has been prophetic. He has a passionate following among the thousands of students he taught, who include Antony Gormley and Damien Hurst.
Michael Kenny: Sculpture & Drawings
This was an exhibition of Michael Kenny’s recent sculptures and drawings, from 1975 to 1977.
Kenny (1941-1999) first studied in his home city of Liverpool before moving to London to continue his studies at the Slade. Following a successful international career, he was appointed a Royal Academician in 1986, and in 1997, two years before his death, he had a solo exhibition at the Royal Academy.
Several of the sculptures in this Serpentine exhibition derived from his earliest pre-occupation, the human figure. In the works displayed, Kenny took particular inspiration from the female figure, lying or sitting, occupying, and informing an intimate space. We can see the workings of the Artist and possible preparatory sketch for the included sculpture in the following images.
Michael Kenny was a sculptor and a painter, a prolific draughtsman and a print-maker. His early sculptures are dramatic, dealing with the isolation and loneliness of the individual. In later years, he worked mainly in stone in a quest for a sculpture that is simple in form and rich in meaning. With over 60 illustrations and key excerpts from the sculptor's own notebooks, this book provides the first opportunity to examine in detail the progress of Michael Kenny's career. Peter Davies...
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Vintage 1970s English Post-Modern Drawings
Materials
Wood, Paper
19th Century Sarreguemines Majolica Seaweed and Shell Barbotine Oyster Plate
By Sarreguemines
Located in London, GB
Creating a wonderful display for Oysters or sea food this French Majolica oyster plate in lustrous deep colouring, by the well thought of maker Sarreguemines, circa 1890. Six scallop...
Category
Antique 1890s French French Provincial Dinner Plates
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Inspired Italian Style ‘Marcello’ Lounge Chairs
Located in London, GB
The high back lounge chair ‘Marcello’ was inspired by stylish Italian design from the 1950s and is now created by English craftsman for the 21st cent...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wingback Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
19th Century Sarreguemines Majolica Seaweed and Shell Barbotine Oyster Plate
By Sarreguemines
Located in London, GB
Creating a wonderful display for Oysters or sea food this French Majolica oyster plate in lustrous deep colouring, but the well thought of maker Sarreguemines, circa 1890. Six scallo...
Category
Antique 1890s French French Provincial Platters and Serveware
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Inspired Italian Style ‘Marcello’ Lounge Chairs
Located in London, GB
The high back lounge chair ‘Marcello’ was inspired by stylish Italian design from the 1950s and is now created by English craftsman for the 21st cent...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
19th Century Sarreguemines Majolica Seaweed and Shell Barbotine Oyster Plate
By Sarreguemines
Located in London, GB
Creating a wonderful display for Oysters or sea food this French Majolica oyster plate in lustrous deep colouring, but the well thought of maker Sarreguemines, circa 1890. Six scallo...
Category
Antique 1890s French French Provincial Platters and Serveware
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware
Oil Painting entitled Retreating Storm by Adrian Keith Graham Hill
By Adrian Keith Graham Hill
Located in London, GB
Artist: Adrian Hill (1895-1977)
Label verso: The Royal Institute Galleries,195 Piccadilly London W1
Medium: Oil
Adrian Keith Graham Hill was born in Charlton, London. Educated a...
Category
20th Century English Expressionist Paintings
Materials
Paint
Mid-Century Modern Leather Medicine Ball Perfect for Your Gymnasium
Located in London, GB
Early to mid-20th century leather medicine ball in good condition with wonderful patina that only comes with genuine wear and age, 3.1kg in weight.
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Vintage 1950s British Mid-Century Modern Sports Equipment and Memorabilia
Materials
Leather
Rustic Elm Wooden Large Mortar Bowl Hand Carved from One Piece of Tree Trunk
Located in London, GB
A very characterful late 19th century, Rustic hand carved large wooden Chinese Elm mortar or bowl used for pounding grain. Oversized and wonderful, decorative piece that would look i...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Rustic Decorative Bowls
Materials
Elm
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Inspired Italian Style ‘Marcello’ Lounge Chairs
Located in London, GB
The high back lounge chair ‘Marcello’ was inspired by stylish Italian design from the 1950s and is now created by English craftsman for the 21st cent...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Barcelona 1992 Original Olympic Poster Designed by Guillermo Pérez Villalta
Located in London, GB
The painter Guillermo Pérez Villalta was born in 1948 in Cadiz. He studied architecture but eventually moved on to study painting. He moved to...
Category
1990s European Modern Posters
Materials
Paper
Rustic Elm Wooden Large Mortar Bowl Hand Carved from One Piece of Tree Trunk
Located in London, GB
A very characterful late 19th century hand carved large wooden Chinese Elm mortar or bowl used for pounding grain. Oversized and wonderful, decorative piece that would look incredibl...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Rustic Planters, Cachepots and Jardini...
Materials
Elm
Mid-Century Modern Style Inspired Italian Lounge Chair ‘Sophia’ in Ivory Velvet
Located in London, GB
Sophia was inspired by stylish Italian design from the 1950s and is now created by English craftsman for the 21st century. We developed a lounge chair with the option of producing an...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Inspired Italian Style ‘Marcello’ Lounge Chairs
Located in London, GB
The high back lounge chair ‘Marcello’ was inspired by stylish Italian design from the 1950s and is now created by English craftsman for the 21st century. We developed a lounge chair ...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Scandinavian Modern Rosewood Dining Chairs by Hans Brattrud, set of Six.
By Hans Brattrud, Hove Möbler
Located in London, GB
A set of six Hans Brattrud high back Scandia senior chairs for Hove Mobler. A classic example of excellent Scandinavian Modern design dating from 1958, this is one of the finest chairs to emerge from post war Norway and indeed Scandinavia. Timeless and simplistic organic forms echo the shape of the body, resulting in a comfortable chair. These chairs have been restored, repolished and reupholstered by our team of skilled craftsmen and women.
Architectural Digest (AD) have featured a similar set also in the September 2022 edition of rosewood chairs at Sienna Miller...
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Vintage 1950s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Midcentury Val Saint Lambert Glass Table Lamp
By Val Saint Lambert
Located in London, GB
Val Saint Lambert is a glass manufacturer, founded in 1826 and based in Seraing. It has the royal warrant of King Albert
The beautiful colours enhance the swirls in the skirt of th...
Category
Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Blown Glass
Willy Guhl inspired concrete Planter in cone shape made in England 1960’s
By Willy Guhl
Located in London, GB
Mid-Century Modern Concrete Planter – 1960s English Design
Discover this exquisite Mid-Century Modern concrete planter from England, dating ba...
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Vintage 1960s English Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Concrete
Scandinavian Modern Rosewood Dining Table by Dyrlund of Denmark.
By Poul Hundevad, Dyrlund
Located in London, GB
An extremely rare and mechanically brilliant flip flap or lotus rosewood table. The choice of grain in the Rosewood is nothing short of beautiful and exactly what you would expect fr...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Steel
Willy Guhl Inspired Concrete Planter in Cone Shape Made in England, 1960’s
By Willy Guhl
Located in London, GB
Mid-Century Modern Concrete Planter – 1960s English Design
Discover this exquisite Mid-Century Modern concrete planter from England, dating ba...
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Vintage 1960s English Mid-Century Modern Planters, Cachepots and Jardini...
Materials
Concrete
Grayson Perry framed silk scarf 2012
Located in London, GB
Grayson Perry’s *Scale* at the Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A) is a striking exploration of the intersection between art, society, and the aspirations of emerging artists. Perry, known for his provocative and thought-provoking works, utilizes the concept of a silk scarf as both a functional item and a metaphorical guide. This scarf serves not only as a visual piece but also as a social and cultural map, designed to assist aspiring artists in navigating the challenging landscape of the art world. The work reflects Perry’s unique ability to blend personal narrative with broader cultural commentary, encouraging dialogue about the challenges and triumphs faced by those striving for recognition in the arts.
The text accompanying the silk scarf reveals its historical significance, referencing World War II when pilots were provided with silk maps for escape in enemy territory. Perry draws a parallel between this notion of survival and the struggles faced by contemporary artists. He emphasizes that the art world can often feel like a hostile environment, filled with obstacles that must be overcome. The scarf represents a navigational tool for these artists, offering guidance through a landscape populated by influential figures and established norms. By presenting the journeys of both renowned artists and the paths aspiring creators might take, Perry crafts a narrative that resonates deeply with anyone familiar with the pressures of artistic validation.
Perry’s choice of silk as the medium further enhances the piece’s thematic richness. Silk, with its connotations of luxury and fragility, reflects the delicate balance that artists must maintain between their personal vision and the expectations of the establishment. The inclusion of notable artists who have paved the way for others along the route serves to inspire and motivate aspiring creators. By using this metaphorical scarf, Perry invites viewers to consider the complexities of artistic identity and the ongoing quest for acceptance, making *Scale* a powerful commentary on the nature of success and the shared experiences within the artistic community.
The artwork details a fictional artist’s journey from birth to success, naming the artists, experiences and influences they encounter along the way. The text of this journey reads:
Start here, Walt Disney, Play, Vincent Van Gogh, Rolf Harris, John Constable, Anish Kapoor, Louise Bourgeois, Inspirational Teacher, Rachel Whiteread, Picasso, Rene Magritte, Edward Hopper, Teenage Pupation, David Hockney, Jackson Pollock, Art School, Trainee Bohemians, Marcel Duchamp, Banksy, Beryl Cook, Jack Vettriano, Sex, Drugs & Rock & Roll, Francis Bacon, Bridget Riley, Gilbert & George, Art Dealer, Hirst, Money Celebrity Fashion Drugs, Networking, Carl Andre, Choices, Takahashi Murakami...
Category
2010s British Modern Contemporary Art
Materials
Silk, Wood
Black Forest Mirror in Lindenwood Hand Carved Tree Branches in the Folk Style
Located in London, GB
This is one of a pair of incredibly skilfully carved beautiful mirrors, that replicate a border of branches wrapping around a curved bevelled original mirror. The carving is in very good original condition, with the mirror showing no signs of chips or cracks. The mirror carries all the age related wear you would want and expect to see with very slight delicate and decorative foxing as shown in the images. A very rarely seen and accomplished crafted collectible item that will work well, juxtaposed within a timeless and modern interior.
Black Forest carvings usually depict forest animals, particularly bears, and also trees and foliage. A common misconception is that they originate from the Bavarian Black...
Category
Antique 1860s Swiss Black Forest Wall Mirrors
Materials
Other
19th Century Sarreguemines Majolica Seaweed and Shell Barbotine Oyster Plate
By Sarreguemines
Located in London, GB
Creating a wonderful display for Oysters or sea food this French Majolica oyster plate in lustrous deep colouring, but the well thought of maker Sarreguemines, circa 1890. Six scall...
Category
Antique 1890s French French Provincial Platters and Serveware
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware
Late 19th-Century Hand-Forged Victorian Gothic Revival Fire Screen/spark guard
Located in London, GB
Late 19th-Century Hand-Forged Victorian Gothic Revival Fire Screen – Exquisite Craftsmanship
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Discover the exquisite craftsmanship of our late 19th-century hand-forged and fire...
Category
Antique 1890s English Gothic Revival Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Metal, Steel
A large English 19th Century Dairy Bowl from The Cotswolds
Located in London, GB
This wonderful over sized 19th Century Dairy Bowl was found in the darkest depths of The historic Cotswolds in England. A Hand made Dairy Bowl that we procured from a traditional che...
Category
Antique 1890s English Country Decorative Bowls
Materials
Pottery, Terracotta
Faux Bamboo Walnut large Framed Mirror, France mid 1800’s
Located in London, GB
A Large faux bamboo walnut mirror of beautiful warm tones, together with its original hanging chain in the Chinoiserie/Aesthetic Movement style. The mirror reflects the age of the pi...
Category
Antique 1860s French Chinoiserie Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Walnut
19th Century Oversized Twin-Handled Dairy Jug – English Heritage Craftsmanship
Located in London, GB
19th Century Oversized Twin-Handled Dairy Jug – English Heritage Craftsmanship
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This wonderful oversized twin-handled 19th-century dairy jug embodies th...
Category
Antique 1890s English Country Garniture
Materials
Clay, Terracotta
Henry Coombes, Sculpture Entitled "Umbrella" 2005; Mixed Media B 1977
By Henry Coombes
Located in London, GB
Henry Coombes, British b.1977- "Umbrella" 2005; mixed media, oil paint on found umbrella, 84cm long, (ARR) Provenance: Purchased from Sorcha Dallas Gallery, Glasgow by the previous owner.
Henry wrote:
“The Umbrella was in my studio in 2005, being rainy Glasgow, I used it, left it open to dry. I was painting a series of oil paintings you can find on my website, ( oil painting section) Glen Golly, Ponker, Lady offering Cock to Fox. I loved what was happening on the pallet more than what was happening on the canvas. So the end of every day I would scrape it off and smear it on the umbrella.
I am somewhat superstitious I believe in the notion of bad luck, I was afraid the open umbrella would upset the painting gods. So the ritual of putting the paint on the umbrella was to change into something new that would appease the spirits of bad luck, and bring good fortune to the painting. Paint is a fluid process will ultimately can not control, and if we try to hard it becomes dull illustration. I teach art in prison I see painting holding together the lives of life prisoners. I have huge faith in its power and same time I am humbled by it every time I go into the studio”.
Henry Coombes’ distinctive art practice has received wide recognition since his graduation from Glasgow School of Art in 2002. He has a multi-disciplinary practice working in painting, collage, drawing, sculpture and film.
Earlier film works like ‘Laddy and the Lady’ and ‘The Bedfords’ explored ideas of class, hierarchy, hunting for sport and Victorian...
Category
Early 2000s Scottish Contemporary Art
Materials
Fabric, Paint
Art Deco Portal Mirror with Textured, Gilt Gesso Surround and Bevelled Glass
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco wood and textured gesso, guilt painted portal mirror with bevelled edge. Original paper to verso with remnants of original label.
This small and delicate Art Deco Portal...
Category
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Plaster, Wood
Hand Finished Organic Wool Blanket/Throw in Turquoise Wave Pattern Made Portugal
Located in London, GB
The Otilia Wave pattern blanket/throw has been created by an incredible and unique family owned weaving and textile company in Portugal. This company impressed us so much by their commitment to working with the environment, their dedication to their community and their heart centred manufacturing process. The family have been in the wool business for generations from 1980. They then took a big leap into helping to resurrect a dying industry that was due to be lost forever. Restoring local unused machinery and buying antique...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Organic Modern Pillows and Throws
Materials
Wool
Art Deco Portal Mirror with Textured, Gilt Gesso Surround and Bevelled Glass
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco wood and textured gesso, guilt painted portal mirror with bevelled edge. Original paper to verso with remnants of original label.
This sm...
Category
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Wall Mirrors
Materials
Mirror, Plaster, Wood
Watercolour by Artist David Birtwhistle Entitled Barn Cat
By David Birtwhistle
Located in London, GB
Watercolour by David Birtwhistle. Titled, "Barn cat”.
Signed lower left. Glazed and framed in gold coloured frame.
David Birtwhistle was born in 1947, the son of a Methodist minis...
Category
Vintage 1980s British Paintings
Materials
Paint, Paper
Horn Beaker or Stirrup Cup with Internal Copper and Glass Base Made in England
Located in London, GB
A beautiful decorative Horn Beaker or cup with wonderful decorative markings, benefitting from and interior copper and silver or tin lining interior sleeve...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Barware
Materials
Copper, Silver, Tin
19th Century Sarreguemines Majolica Seaweed and Shell Barbotine Oyster Plate
By Sarreguemines
Located in London, GB
Creating a wonderful display for Oysters or sea food this French Majolica oyster plate in lustrous deep colouring, but the well thought of maker Sarreguemines, circa 1890. Six scallo...
Category
Antique 1890s French French Provincial Platters and Serveware
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Style Italian Lounge Chairs in Yellow
Located in London, GB
Sophia was inspired by stylish Italian design from the 1950s and is now created by English craftsman for the 21st century. We developed a lounge chair with the option of producing an...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Wood, Fabric, Linen
Wooden Turned Treen Pot, Container or Vide Pouche, England Late 20th Century
Located in London, GB
A skilfully crafted piece of turned treen with an interesting silhouette. The piece opens into two sections leaving an interior space to prize, hide or store a treasure or two. There...
Category
1990s English Folk Art Decorative Boxes
Materials
Wood
Gem Grade Amethyst Geode Sculpture, Uruguay
Located in London, GB
This Gem grade, Amethyst Geode crystal Sculpture, resembles in shape and silhouette that of a shrouded woman holding a swaddled baby. And would work well in a Boho Chic Styled Interior. The Geode originates from Uruguay where they are mined from the same rock formation as their relatives just to the north across the border into southern Brazil, they are igneous (volcanic) in origin.
Differentiated from its Brazilian relatives by it’s typically smaller crystal size and darker, deeper colour the Uruguayan amethyst...
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Uruguayan Organic Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Amethyst
Arne Jacobsen Series 7 or 3107 Chairs by Fritz Hansen Mid Century Modern 1964
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in London, GB
A timeless icon of design this wonderful set of eight model #3107 (also known as the "Series-7") stacking dining chairs in black were designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen in 1955. This set are an early production model with a rarely seen registered and numbered metal CAP, April 1964. In the late 60’s Fritz Hansen then changed to the more commonly seen plastic stamped CAP.
The CAP carries the Made in Denmark, the Danish Control FurnitureMakers emblem and the FH logo along with the year. This is important for collectors who are not looking to buy the more usual plastic CAP chairs you find on later production models.
This highly practical early set of 8 dining side chairs...
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Chrome, Stainless Steel
Mid-Century Modern Brass Italian Leaf Light by Tommaso Barbi, 1970s
By Tommaso Barbi
Located in London, GB
A rarely seen Italian Mid-Century Modern leaf light, which beautifully curves over the desk, table or surface it sits on. We have maintained the patina from years of use, not wanting...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Italian Rocking Chair Model 572 By Cassina
By Cassina
Located in London, GB
An incredible and very rare rocking chair (has been attributed to Gio Ponti in the past and shows a strong and striking resemblance to his designs) in walnut, rubber and fabric for C...
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Rocking Chairs
Materials
Steel
White Marble Stone Obelisk Made in Italy and in the Style of the Grand Tour
Located in London, GB
General note: Shipping quotes as supplied by 1stdibs are only indicative. We will discuss and figure out the best possible shipment method (and rate) for every individual object
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Category
20th Century Italian Obelisks
Materials
Stone, Marble
