Perfect Porcelain
We could spend many hours perusing the exquisite selection of perfect porcelain produced by the Meissen and Dresden factories. Highly decorative, perfect examples of plates, tureens, cups and saucers, and candlesticks. This list of beautiful items is vast and extensive. So let’s start with a slice of the history of...
At, Artifacts Antique of Kingston, our passion goes beyond selling antiques — we are curators of history, storytellers of forgotten eras, and caretakers of timeless beauty. Each item in our collection has survived the passage of time, carrying with it a legacy of craftsmanship, culture, and emotion. Our blog is a window into that world — a place where we explore the hidden stories behind brooches, belt buckles, jewellery, porcelain, and more. We write not just about what these artifacts are, but why they matter — to history, to art, and to the people who once cherished them.
Here, you’ll find deep dives into the origins of specific items, guides for identifying and preserving vintage pieces, reflections on the evolution of design and materials, and tips for collectors at every stage. Whether you’re a seasoned antique enthusiast, a curious newcomer, or a casual browser with a love for the past, our blog is your companion in exploring the elegance, mystery, and richness of antiques. So grab a cup of tea, scroll through our stories, and let yourself be transported through time.
Mans Best Friend
MANS BEST FRIEND Welcome to the wonderful world of dogs, well, pottery ones in this case! When did we become collectors of dog ornaments? In the early Victorian era, when ordinary working folk lived in dark and cluttered dwellings. They sought some colour in their lives that didn’t cost a...
Glass in all its glory
We all own an item of decorative glass in one form or another, whether it is the humble drinking vessel or a grand ornamental chandelier. The beauty of glass brightens and illuminates our homes and has been part of our home décor for centuries. It has become more intricate, colourful...
Art Deco or Art Nouveau?
There is aways slight confusion between what is Art Deco and what is Art Nouveau, and how to differentiate between the two. Let us start with dates and what came first? Art Nouveau was flourishing between 1890 at the end of the Victorian era and finishing just after the reign...
Anyone for Tea?
In this country we are lucky to have some of the best factories that produce wonderful china and porcelain goods and have done so for over a hundred years. Drinking tea or coffee from a beautiful bone china or porcelain cup and saucer is an absolute pleasure with the beverage...