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Place of Origin: British
Horace WALPOLE. The Castle Of Otranto, A Gothic Story. SECOND EDITION - 1765
Located in Hillsborough, NJ
AUTHOR: WALPOLE, Horace. TITLE: The Castle Of Otranto, A Gothic Story. PUBLISHER: London: for William Bathoe and Thomas Lownds, 1765. DESCRIPTION: SECOND EDITION. 1 vol., 7-1/8" ...
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1760s Antique British Collectibles and Curiosities

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Leather

Unusual Antique English Folding Compass In Brass Case c.1900
Located in Bath, GB
An unusual English compass which folds into it's own brass case. Marked "England" and dating to c.1900. 2" x 1 3/4" x 1/2". Excellent condition. Item: 44415 FREE Worldwide Regist...
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Early 1900s Edwardian Antique British Collectibles and Curiosities

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Brass

Antique English Brass Cased Folding Magnifying Glass c.1920
Located in Bath, GB
A lovely shaped little folding / pocket magnifying glass which folds into a shaped brass case, marked "Made In England". Dating to c.1920, remaining in excellent condition measuring...
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1920s Vintage British Collectibles and Curiosities

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Brass

Antique Scottish Silver And Agate Brooch. Late 19th Century
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Lovely piece of Scottish silver and agate 8 beautiful agate pieces arranged in a circular design Finely engraved silver mounts Good condition Free shipping
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1880s Victorian Antique British Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Agate, Silver

Antique English Brass Cased Compass Reg. No. For 1903
Located in Bath, GB
A handsome cased late Victorian or Edwardian compass with hinged lid, the little button on the top used to open; just like a pocket watch. The dial is lucky enough to have an Englis...
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Early 1900s Edwardian Antique British Collectibles and Curiosities

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Brass

1860s Torricellian Barometer Oak Wood Negretti & Zambra Old Weather Instrument
Located in Milan, IT
Torricellian barometer of oak wood, signed Negretti & Zambra London from the second half of the 19th century, complete with reading vernier for checking the pressure variation and thermometer. Height 98 cm - 10.6 inches, width 27 cm - 38.5 inches, depth/thickness 5 cm - 1.96 inches. Very good condition, fully functional. For safety during transport the barometer will be shipped emptied of mercury. The mercury will be placed in a sealed container in the package together with the barometer. When it was discovered, that changes of atmospheric pressure are connected to changes of weather, barometers became very popular. Evangelista Torricelli...
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1860s Antique British Collectibles and Curiosities

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Oak

Works of William Shakespeare. 1632 - (Tragedy of Titus Andronicus) - page 75-76
Located in Hillsborough, NJ
AUTHOR: SHAKESPEARE, William. TITLE: The Works of William Shakespeare. (The Tragedy of Titus Andronicus) - page 75-76. PUBLISHER: London: Smethwick, J., Aspley, W., Hawkins, Richa...
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1630s Antique British Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

WWII Spitfire Clock
By British Aerospace Defence
Located in Telluride, CO
WWII Spitfire Altimeter Aircraft clock with brass screws and rugged shape, this clock brings fighter pilot precision to your desk. Its authentic dial houses the remnants of a sub dia...
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20th Century Other British Collectibles and Curiosities

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Aluminum, Brass

Vintage 1960's Costume Jewelry- A Carnelian Necklace.
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Pretty piece of carnelian jewelry Silver coloured links Approximately 27 inches long ( 69 cm ) Good condition Free shipping
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage British Collectibles and Curiosities

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Carnelian

English Edwardian Brass Pivoting Magnifying Glass on Stand c.1900
Located in Bath, GB
A handsome antique English magnifying glass on stand which pivots on a ball and socket fitting, moving around with ease. Dating to c.1900, it remains in excellent condition having b...
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Early 1900s Edwardian Antique British Collectibles and Curiosities

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Brass

1976 Watership Down
By Richard Adams (Author)
Located in Bath, GB
A signed presentation copy of the beautifully produced first illustrated edition of Richard Adams's novel. The first illustrated edition of this work, in the publisher's original qu...
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1970s Vintage British Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

2009-20 Wolf Hall, Bring Up the Bodies, Mirror and the Light
By Hilary Mantel
Located in Bath, GB
A striking signed first impression set of Hilary Mantel's magnum opus, a trilogy following the rise and fall of Thomas Cromwell. All three of the volumes are first editions, first i...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Late 19th c. Mahogany O'Brien's Self-Closing Cash Till c.1890-1900
By Thomas O'brien
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT Antique O'Brien's self-closing cash till with original maker's plaque and seven sculpted money compartments. The solid Mahogany case is constructed with dovetail joints and ha...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique British Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Bronze

1922 The Heir
By Vita Sackville-West
Located in Bath, GB
The first edition of this novel with a lovely association, signed by the author and her mother to the politician Alfred Milner. The first edition, first impression. A presentation ...
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1920s Vintage British Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

[MISSAL]. Paroissien romain contenant les offices. IN A MOTHER-OF-PEARL BINDING
Located in Hillsborough, NJ
AUTHOR: [MISSAL]. TITLE: Paroissien romain contenant les offices de tous les dimanches et des principales fetes de l'annee. (Roman Parishioner Containing the Services of All Sunday...
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1880s Antique British Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

Queen Anne silver metal table lighter - Ronson - England 1950's vintage
By Ronson
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Very elegant "Queen Anne" table lighter from Ronson in silver metal from the mid-20th century. This lighter works on gas. This pretty lighter has an elongated, oval shape decorated w...
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1940s Vintage British Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Silver

19th Century Horn & Brass Covered Trophy Cup Accessory
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Stunning 19th century horn and brass covered trophy cup having incredible details such as eagle at the base and cow on the lid.
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19th Century Antique British Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

Alpacca English silver metal toiletry set - circa 1900 - England
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Very pretty toiletry set in silver metal with chiseled decoration of foliage scrolls with guilloche background including a mirror called "Face à main", and two brushes. This set is v...
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau British Collectibles and Curiosities

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Alpaca

1853-86 The Collected Works of Cuthbert Bede
By Cuthbert Bede
Located in Bath, GB
A beautiful fine set of the collected first editions works of Cuthbert Bede, pen name of Edward Bradley, a set of his scarce novels uniformly bound by Bickers. A very smart first ed...
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1850s Antique British Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

[MISSAL]. Petit Paradis de L'ame Chretienne. IN A MOTHER-OF-PEARL BINDING
Located in Hillsborough, NJ
AUTHOR: [MISSAL]. TITLE: Petit Paradis de L'ame Chretienne. (Little Paradise of the Christian Soul). PUBLISHER: Turnhout: Turnhout, Brepols & Dierckx zoon, n.d. (c.1899) DESCRIPT...
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1890s Antique British Collectibles and Curiosities

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Mother-of-Pearl

Early 19th Century Parcel Gilt Gothic Revival Harp By Sebastian Erard
By Sébastien Érard
Located in Dublin, IE
A very fine and elegant Regency Satinwood and parcel-gilt double action Harp from the workshop of the famous harp and piano maker Sebastian Erard (1752-1831), decorated in the Grecia...
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Early 19th Century Gothic Revival Antique British Collectibles and Curiosities

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Brass

Antique Brass Club Fender
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Vintage Brass Club Fender. A wonderful club fender with an open front, brass uprights and a shaped brass base. The upholstered seat is 20 cm wide with the measurements inside the sea...
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Late 20th Century British Collectibles and Curiosities

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Brass

19th Century Scottish Horn, Citrine & Solid Silver Table Snuff Mull c.1880
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th Century Scottish large table snuff mull. The name "mull" is dialect for "mill" and some snuff mulls featured devices for smashing snuff, this typical Scottish design fro...
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1880s Other Antique British Collectibles and Curiosities

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Multi-gemstone, Silver

The Price Guide to Victorian Silver by Ian Harris, 1st Ed
Located in valatie, NY
The Price Guide to Victorian Silver by Ian Harris. Clopton Woodbridge: The Antique Collectors' Club, 1971. 1st Ed hardcover with dust jacket. 275 pp. A guid...
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20th Century British Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

The Earthly Paradise: A Poem by William Morris in 4 Leatherbound Volumes
Located in San Francisco, CA
A lovely leatherbound 4 volume work by William Morris( 1834-1896) the famous British designer and poet, entitled "The Earthly Paradise" published in 1905 by Longmans, Green and Co. L...
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Early 20th Century British Collectibles and Curiosities

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Leather, Paper

Antique Victorian Quality Rosewood Inlaid Banjo Barometer
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Victorian quality rosewood inlaid banjo barometer having a quality attractive banjo shaped rosewood case with superb satinwood marquetry inlay and a carved top, porcelain the...
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1880s Victorian Antique British Collectibles and Curiosities

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Rosewood

Pair Of Large 19th Century English Bronze Artillery Signal Cannons
Located in Dublin, IE
A magnificent pair of 19th century British Artillery signal cannons, each with tapered bronze barrel segmented by hoops, cannon muzzle and stepped breechblock with drop-shaped cascab...
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19th Century Antique British Collectibles and Curiosities

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Brass, Bronze

Art Deco Atomizer Cut Glass Enamel Decorated Perfume Bottle, English, 1930's
Located in Devon, England
Still with it's original label and looking to have never been used is this superbly stylish Art Deco cut glass perfume atomizer dating to the 19...
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco British Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Chrome

Antique Lithography Map, Buckinghamshire, English, Framed Cartography, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique lithography map of Buckinghamshire. An English, framed atlas engraving of cartographic interest, dating to the mid 19th century and later. Superb lithography of B...
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Mid-19th Century Victorian Antique British Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood, Paper

A Very Fine Large Size 19th Century Teak and Brass Ships Wheel
Located in Dublin, IE
A very fine 19th Century well figured teak and brass ships wheel of large proportions, beautifully hand carved with rich patination, grain and brass mounted throughout. This stunnin...
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19th Century Antique British Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

Antique Copper And Brass Coach or Post Horn. English, Late 19th Century
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Great copper coach or post horn Brass reinforcing supports and mouthpiece Original patina Free UK shipping
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Late 19th Century Folk Art Antique British Collectibles and Curiosities

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Brass, Copper

Antique Lithography Map, County Durham, English, Framed Cartography, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique lithography map of County Durham. An English, framed atlas engraving of cartographic interest, dating to the mid 19th century and later. Superb lithography of Cou...
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Mid-19th Century Mid-Century Modern Antique British Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood

1910-11 The Rhinegold and the Valkyrie, Siegfried and the Twilight of the Gods
By Wagner
Located in Bath, GB
A beautifully and colourfully illustrated copy of Richard Wagner's epic four epic opera dramas, illustrated throughout by Arthur Rackham with tipped-in colour plates, scarce to see i...
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1910s Vintage British Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

Vintage Mid-Century 1960's Designer Style Backgammon Set
By Hermès, Gucci
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage 1960s backgammon set. Enveloped in a pleather with signature gucci style lines, this piece is reminiscent of Gucci with its designer lines and high end stance. The discreet,...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage British Collectibles and Curiosities

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Plastic, Fabric

King Edward V111 Royal Commemorative Pottery Beaker, May 12th 1937
By Staffordshire
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a royal commemorative earthenware (pottery) beaker celebrating the planned coronation of King Edward V111th on May 12th 1937. The tapering beaker or cup would have been made...
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Mid-20th Century British Collectibles and Curiosities

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Earthenware

The Works Of Edmund Spenser. 5 VOLUMES - IN A FINE FULL LEATHER BINDING !
Located in Hillsborough, NJ
AUTHOR: SPENSER, Edmund (J. Payne Collier - editor). TITLE: The Works Of Edmund Spenser. PUBLISHER: London: Bickers & Son, 1873. DESCRIPTION: 5 vols., 9" x 6-5/16", frontis portr...
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1870s Antique British Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Leather

Hanging Pheasant
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Decorative hanging pheasant. Fresh taxidermy.
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21st Century and Contemporary British Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Feathers

Vintage industrial kitchen scale with timer of Yasu Sasamoto - Dulton -
By Yasuaki Sasamoto
Located in Roma, IT
Simple but elegant design by Yasu Sasamoto for Dulton. A kitchen scale with a built-in timer. Tested and working (both timer and accuracy are good). This creamy white edition will be...
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Mid-20th Century Industrial British Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Iron

Antique Scottish Silver And Agate Bracelet. Late 19th Century
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Lovely piece of Scottish silver and agate 5 large pieces of agate Finely engraved silver mounts Good condition Free shipping
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1880s Victorian Antique British Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Agate, Silver

Dunhil's 'Tinder Pistol': 20th C. English Oak Wood/Bronzed Brass Table Lighter
By Dunhill
Located in North Miami, FL
Dunhil's 'Tinder Pistol': early 20th century oak wood and bronzed brass table lighter made in England By: Dunhill Material: brass, bronze, copper, metal, oak, wood Technique: cast, forged, bronzed, hammered, hand-carved, hand-crafted, molded, metalwork Dimensions: 4 in x 2.5 in x 6 in Date: early 20th century, circa 1920 Style: Arts and Crafts Place of origin: England This 1920s english oak, copper and bronzed brass Dunhill table lighter neatly evokes an 18th century flintlock pistol...
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Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts British Collectibles and Curiosities

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Metal, Brass, Bronze, Copper

Victorian Taxidermy Bird of Paradise Attributed to Rowland Ward, 1848-1916
By Rowland Ward
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A taxidermy case with Raggiana’s bird of paradise (Paradiseae raggiana) with trade label to the underside reading ‘The Jungle, Rowland Ward’ London, circa 1900-1910 With a collector’s label, centre bottom reading: No. 153, Bird of Paradise (Paradise Raggiana). The Peter Farrington...
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19th Century Late Victorian Antique British Collectibles and Curiosities

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Other

Antique Carpentry Book, Architecture Reference, Peter Nicholson, Victorian, 1846
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique carpentry book. An English language, bound reference guide by Peter Nicholson, dating to the Victorian period, published 1846. Fu...
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Mid-19th Century Victorian Antique British Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Royal Doulton Golf Jug, Series Ware
By Royal Doulton
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Royal Doulton series ware golf jug. Royal Doulton jug with polychrome golf scene and the proverb, "PROMISE LITTLE AND DO MUCH. HE THAT ALWAYS COMPLAINS, IS NEVER PITIED", designed by Charles Crombie. The bottom of the jug with Royal Doulton trade mark and '23'. Charles 'Chas' Crombie (1885 - 1967) was an illustrator whose work is well known to the collector. His pictures can be found in many forms, on postcards, calendars, in books and on Royal Doulton ceramics. Royal Doulton Golf...
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1910s Sporting Art Vintage British Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Ceramic

Rare Antique English Victorian Solid Brass Playing Card Press, Circa 1880-1890.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Rare Antique English Victorian Solid Brass Playing Card Press, Circa 1880-1890.
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique British Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

Elegant English miniature chest of drawers in walnut burl from Mid-19th Century
Located in Knivsta, SE
Elegant English miniature chest of drawers in walnut burl from Mid-19th Century. Perfect as a jewelry or collector’s box. Wear consistent with age and use
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Mid-19th Century Antique British Collectibles and Curiosities

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Walnut

Tales of a Traveler by Geoffrey Crayon (Washington Irving) 2 Volumes 1st Edition
By Washington Irving
Located in San Francisco, CA
A rare first edition of Washington Irving's "Tales of a Traveler" published under the pseudonym Geoffrey Crayon by John Murray Albemarle-Street, London 1824. Bound in 3/4 calf with ...
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1820s Antique British Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Leather

Antique Book, Old English Furniture, Illustrated, Reference, Edwardian, C.1910
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique book 'Old English Furniture' by W E Mallett. An English language, illustrated reference guide, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910. Full Title: An Introduc...
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Early 20th Century Edwardian British Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

David Hicks on Bathrooms, First Edition Book
By David Hicks
Located in valatie, NY
David Hicks on bathrooms. Britwell Salome: Britwell Books Limited, 1970. First American edition hardcover with dust jacket. 151 pp. The third in a series of books on decorating by the famous English decorator David Hicks. He was known for his use of bold color, mixing antique and modern furnishings, and contemporary art for his famous clientele. He did projects for Vidal Sassoon...
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20th Century British Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Antique Novel, The Snow Ship, Percy St John, English, Fiction, Victorian, C.1880
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique novel The Snow Ship by Percy St. John. An English language fiction book with secondary title Merchant of Yakoutsk, dating to the Victorian period, this edition cir...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique British Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

1955 Hickory Dickory Dock
By Agatha Christie
Located in Bath, GB
A vanishingly scarce to see signed first edition of this classic Poirot tale. The first edition, first impression, with no other impressions stated. Signed and dedicated by the aut...
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1950s Vintage British Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paper

Collection of Three Vintage Wooden Toys
Located in Port Chester, NY
Charming collection of vintage wooden toys from England The big blue British Rail engine is from Nicol Toys, an early wooden toy company in Roberts...
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1930s Vintage British Collectibles and Curiosities

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Paint, Wood

Fine Shipyard Model of a Steamship
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A fine shipyard model of an early sailing steam screw ship of the transitional sail to steam period with good detailed deck fittings including hatches, ...
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1850s Antique British Collectibles and Curiosities

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Wood

A Scottish builder’s cased half hull model of a herring drifter
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A Scottish builder’s cased half hull model of a herring drifter, the carved yellow pine hull with ebonized box sides and stringing and gilt propeller, plain decks with wooden fitting...
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20th Century British Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Ebony, Pine

Victorian Mahogany Jockey Scale By Leuchars & Son
By Leuchars & Son
Located in New Orleans, LA
An excellent piece of horse racing history, this English jockey scale was specially crafted by Leuchars & Son of London. These handsome scales were used at English tracks to determin...
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19th Century Victorian Antique British Collectibles and Curiosities

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Brass

The Further Adventures of Sherlock Holmes by Arthur Conan Doyle 1993
Located in North Hollywood, CA
The Further Adventures of Sherlock Holmes by Arthur Conan Doyle. Collectible hardcover book. New York: Reader's Digest Association, 1993. First Edition First Printing. Hardcover, Eng...
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Late 20th Century Expressionist British Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Paper

Rare English Queen Anne Antique Miniature Salesman Sample Tilt-Top Table
Located in Shippensburg, PA
A RARE AND FINE QUEEN ANNE MAHOGANY MINIATURE SALESMAN'S SAMPLE TILT-TOP CANDLESTAND England, circa last quarter of the 18th century Item # 403RPJ02P An exceedingly fine and rare sa...
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18th Century Queen Anne Antique British Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Mahogany

Large Mahogany Antique Boat Model
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Inspired model of a boat or skiff expertly crafted in mahogany, probably by a boat builder, having a graceful form and has acquired a well earned patina only time can give.
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19th Century Folk Art Antique British Collectibles and Curiosities

Confessions of Saint Augustine. 1909 - IN A DECORATED VELLUM BINDING !
Located in Hillsborough, NJ
AUTHOR: Saint Augustine. TITLE: The Confessions of Saint Augustine. PUBLISHER: London: Seeley & Co., Ltd., 1909. DESCRIPTION: 1 vol., 7-7/8" x 5-1/2", color frontis, title-page, ...
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Early 1900s Antique British Collectibles and Curiosities

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Leather

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