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Antique writing slope with stationery box from early Edwardian era. c1901-1904 leather bound mahogany wood writing slope including a leather bound ink bottle with clasp in excellent working order. There are several pieces of personalised stationery inside along with a page turner, ink pens and quills. The writing slope is on opposing side of the stationery and within the slope compartment, there is a leather bound blotter pad. The underside of the slope has a criss-cross of perishing elastic which would have been used to hold letters or documents. There is a laminated full detailed information about the item inside along with a history of the Bramah Lock Company. A truly wonderful historic piece with many stories to tell! Large heavy item - for collection from shop only.
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Edwardian elbow chair. Elegant mahogany elbow chair with rosewood inlay detail. Mackintosh inspired backrest detail and 4 tapered legs. Approximate measurements: 790mm high to backrest. 430mm high to seat. 760mm high to arm rests. 360mm high from seat to top of backrest. 535mm wide at seat front and 370mm wide at seat back. 410mm deep. Collect from store only.
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Modern brooch/pendant of a vogue lady. Fun brooch of a fashionable lady dressed in a vogue style. Main colours of attire in turquoise green and magenta pink strikingly set against a gilt metal body. The skirt of the dress is made up of different shaped glass stones which have colours complimenting the 3 main colours of the brooch.
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Pair of Macaw birds by Herend. Sweet pair of colourful macaws in shades of orange, brown & green on white stands. The birds are hand-painted so not identical which adds extra charm to these fine porcelain birds. Stamped Herend Hungary to the base, each bird measures approximately 70mm tall, 37mm at widest and 30mm at widest.
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Deer and squirrel brooch Georg Jensen. A wonderful sterling silver brooch designed by Arno Malinowski for Georg Jensen of a deer seated in rest while a squirrel is busy in the foliage above. c1950. This brooch was produced from 1936-1944 and 1949-1965. Fully hallmarked to the back. Design number 318.
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Czech made Chřibská glass bowl. Eye catching vibrant pink iris flower shaped bowl with a purple centre. Most probably manufactured for use as an ashtray, it will enhance any home as a piece of art glass. Designed by Josef Hospodka c1964-1970. There are some minor signs of wear especially scratch marks to the base and a small nick as seen in photo.
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Antique sand art picture from the Isle of Wight. Late 19th / early 20th century picture made entirely of the coloured sands from Alum Bay on the Isle of Wight. This artwork shows the famous coloured sands of Alum Bay with the Needles chalk rock formation to the right. Some of the colours in this picture are no longer available today. Set on original mount, frame & glass with no visible artists signature. Original label also on the back. Minor discolouration on the gilt mount to top left and right with some signs of wear to the frame.
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Vintage double desk set by Parker. Very chic desk top double pen set. The set consists of 2 Vacumatic fountain pens, one with 14kt gold fine point nib and other with a gilt metal italic nib. The stand, in smooth black granite like stone has a pen rest and an oval space probably for the ink bottle. The whole set is colour coordinated in black and brass with brown to the pen ends which twist off to reveal the filling mechanism. Each pen measures 210mm long. Pen holder slots are 75mm tall. Stand measures 75mm long, 113mm wide and 22mm.
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Antique M.O.P snuff bottle. An unusual early 20th century mother-of-pearl snuff bottle carved from one piece of mother-of-pearl. Even the snuff spoon attached to the top are both made of mother-of-pearl. A lovely piece with the contours of the shell providing a natural thumb hold. In excellent condition.
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Zsolnay porcelain polar bear ornament. Striking porcelain polar bears in the famous Eosin glaze. This glaze technique was created by Vilmos Szolnay which produces iridescent metallic colours unique to each piece. These polar bears are in iridescent green with hues of gold and blue featuring in the colour play. Stamped to the base.
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Mexican sterling silver heavy bracelet. A nice and solid sterling silver bracelet made by Taxco of Mexico with a stylised wave design to the front. Good secure open box clasp with hinges on either side which ensures the bracelet opens fully. Small nick on the silver as shown. Inside measurement when closed 65mm by 42mm. Weight 114grams.
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Pair of Modernist silver & hematite earrings. Wonderfully aesthetic pair of sterling silver earrings set with an oval hematite to each. These earrings have an Art Deco look about them although they are from the 1970s. Made by renowned American jeweller & sculptor Robert Lee Morris. Hallmarked RLM 925 to the back. Drop length 47mm from top of hook.
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Sterling silver and amber heart pendant and chain. Modern sterling silver heart shaped pendant with heart shaped amber to the centre on a flat snake chain which holds the pendant perfectly. Hallmarked 925 to the pendant bail and 925 Italy to the chain clasp. Pendant measures 42mm long from top of bail and 35mm at widest.
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Sterling silver earrings with freshwater pearls. Modern earrings with a natural theme of foliage and buds with silver shaped leaves and the freshwater pearls depicting flower buds. A single cubic zirconia is attached to one leaf on both earrings giving a sense of a dewdrop. Hallmarked S925 to the back of both earrings. Drop length from top of hook 36mm.
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10 karat gold bracelet with opal and garnets. Pretty bracelet set with a central opal cabochon surrounded by 12 round cut garnets and all framed within a filigree work 10 karat gold frame. Hallmarked 10k. Push in clasp with a single hook clip for extra security. Cluster area measures 20mm by 16mm and bracelet measures 65mm long by 52mm wide when closed.
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Silver collar necklace marked Ag. Beautiful collar necklace with rectangular silver panels each embellished with 2 small turquoise stones and a small silver filigree ball hanging from the ends. Each panel is separated by 2 coral beads, short to the top and longer at the bottom to create the rigid U shape of the collar. Possibly a bridal piece. Hallmarked Ag to the clasp ring and marked 930 made in Israel to back of one end panel. Measures approximately 400mm long. One panel length with end ball measures approximately 35mm.
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Vintage panther bracelet in gilt metal. Fabulous c1980s designed costume jewellery with 2 panthers encrusted in sparkly cubic zirconia and blue glass spots to create a panthers markings. Extra secure fastening with open box clasp and hook clips to both top and bottom. No visible markings. Inside measurement when closed 62mm by 55mm. Opening extends to 65mm. Weight 104grams.
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Dove of peace and love necklace by Georg Jensen. Heart shaped pendant with dove of peace and love with olive branches designed by Arno Malinowski for Georg Jensen c1933-1944. Full hallmark to back of pendant. Design number 97. Included a long sterling silver chain which is unmarked. Pendant drop length 48mm with width of 44mm at widest.
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Pendant with semi precious stones. Nice solid and chunky sterling silver pendant set with a rainbow moonstone, 2 amethysts and an ametrine stone. Lovely combination of colours on this vintage quality piece. Hallmarked 925 for sterling silver to the back. Drop length 50mm with widest area measuring 24mm.
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Vintage bracelet set with rainbow moonstones. Sterling silver bracelet set with 27 stunning eye shaped rainbow moonstones. The stones are of high quality that flash colours in different shades of vibrant blues with hints of yellow and green. Slightly adjustable from 155mm to 195mm long. 25mm wide. Hallmarked 925 for sterling silver.
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Pair of Venice oils on canvas. Vintage oils by Corrado Padovani depicting 2 varying aspects of Venice life. One with a sunny bright scene and a small group of people by a small arched foot bridge and the other a foggy scene of a gondolier. Both absolutely stunning and life like. Very hard to look away from!
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Royal Doulton china gilt vase. Antique Royal Doulton Slaters patent vase in an unusual red and white colouring china gilt ware c1900. The decoration gives a firework or chrysanthemum effect. Full makers stamp to the base. In very good condition throughout. Measures 70mm in diameter at base, approximately 90mm at widest and 85mm across the top.
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Vintage Vogue compact and lipstick holder set. An original Vogue cased set consisting of a compact with cover and a lipstick holder. Both in a lovely gilt metal with a floral decoration in an off white colour. Both compact and lipstick holder have some contents within. The case is original with signs of wear on the outside, foxing to the lining inside and the top half of clasp is missing.
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Vintage abalone shell collar. Stunning South Seas collar made entirely of graduating abalone or paua shell pieces including the clasp. Worn with the brighter shell side up with shell pieces curving outward, it could also be worn reversed with muted colours on display. The approximate inside length of the collar is 410mm. The longest shell piece at the front measures 90mm long.
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Art Nouveau tazza. Gorgeous tazza with a four footed brass base embossed with tulips and nasturtium leaves. The wavy edged bowl is of multi coloured glass with pink bottom, milky light blue mid section and finished in a vibrant bright green rim. The bowl measures 265mm across the top and 135mm foot to foot at the base.
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Antique Tibetan turquoise necklace. 19th century necklace with large pieces of Tibetan turquoise stones. Long necklace with large pieces of Tibetan mountain turquoise stones separated with white metal chain. The necklace does not have a clasp so intended for wearing long. The beads average around 30mm long with varying widths. Weighs 96 grams.
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Murano glass square set in sterling silver. A nice chunky modern sterling silver pendant set with a beautiful turquoise or aqua blue Murano glass with a foiled glass inclusion. Best suited worn on a snake chain. Hallmark to the base of pendant with makers crown mark and initials T. C. Drop length from top of bail 35mm.
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Antique Chinese large agate totem. A large disc agate with white metal banding decorated on both sides with an ascending big cat, possibly an Asian golden cat, a symbol of good luck & prosperity with a butterfly to its left and right which are symbols of longevity. The disc itself is a totem to ward off evil as well as a good luck symbol for wealth and prosperity. Possibly given as a gift for new home or business and would have had a red silk ribbon to hang it. Weighs 82 grams.
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Akoya pearl earrings on gilt silver. Beautiful 18 karat gold plated sterling silver earrings with Akoya freshwater pearls. Lovely design in the style of gold ribbons and accentuated with a large pearl at the ends and smaller pearl at the top 'gathered ribbon' area. Drop length 55mm and 17mm at widest.
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Sterling silver earrings with Madama Akoya pearls. Beautiful fan like sterling silver earrings each set with 5 small pearls at the top outer curve and one larger pearl to the end. The industrial look finish of the silver compliments the pale grey hue of the pearls perfectly. Hallmarked S925 to the back. Drop length approximately 30mm and 10mm at widest.
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Sterling silver necklace with amber. Art Nouveau style sterling silver necklace with foliate design front with a single piece of amber to finish. Attached fetter and twist chain compliments the look. Hallmarked 925 to the back of amber and to the clasp. Necklace front measures 65mm wide at the top and hangs 45mm long. The amber measures 18mm by 12mm.
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Sale!Silver earrings with champagne quartz crystal. An attractive pair of Art Deco style earrings set with an Oriental look silver panel and a generous sized champagne coloured quartz crystal. The earrings are unmarked except for the butterfly fasteners but have been tested as sterling silver. Drop length 55mm and quartz width approximately 27mm. Weight 15.5 grams.
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Vintage silver cufflinks set with blue-john. A stylish pair of sterling silver cufflinks cleverly set with blue-john which has been cut from one piece of stone so there is a continuous uniform line. Both cufflinks are Sheffield assayed by same maker with initials SL, one is dated to 1987 and other to 1989. Measures 23mm long when fastener closed and 30mm when open. Blue-john front measures 14mm by 10mm. Weight 7.2 grams.
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Silver serenity ring, Georg Jensen. An aesthetically wonderful sterling silver ring designed by Vivianna Torun Bülow-Hübe for Georg Jensen. Often known as simply Torun, she was one of Sweden's most important 20th century silversmiths and jeweller. This ring has a large fluid silver plate front giving a sense of water flowing. Fully hallmarked with the Georg Jensen stamp and 187 Torun. Ring front measures 33mm by 25mm. Ring size N / 6.5. Weight 17.8 grams. No original box.
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Tall and slim studio glass vase. Tall, slender vase in a sommerso style of purple interior framed in a brilliant turquoise and finished with a clear glass base. The vase evokes an image of a large drop of water. Measures 60mm in diameter at base and 32mm across the top with opening at 13mm. Weight 1325 grams. Collect from store only.
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Garnet and pearl ring on 9 karat gold. Vintage ring with a round cut garnet to the centre and framed with alternating pearl and garnets each in a heart frame setting. Has a Tudor or Queen of Hearts look about it. Fully hallmarked for London assay and made by Slade and Wolf c1959. Ring size O / 7.25. Ring weight 4.4grams.
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Millefiori art glass c1950s. Striking peach coloured Murano style art glass resembling a poppy head with millefiori pieces scattered along the lower part. Original sticker attached which translated means 'Glass made according to the technique of the masters of Murano'. Stunning in bright light. Measures 140mm in diameter at base, 165mm at widest part and 55mm at mouth. For collection in store only.
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Tiffany & Co platinum solitaire ring. A stunning 0.92carat brilliant cut diamond adorns this prong set solitaire ring by Tiffany & Co. Set in platinum, this beautiful ring is authenticated for VVSI clarity with an insurance valuation letter included. Ring size K / 5.5 Comes in original case and box. Some staining on outer box. *** PLEASE NOTE *** This item is not kept in the store and viewing is by appointment only. Please call the shop on 0208 549 2004 to book an appointment. Postage is not available for this item - for sale in store only.
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9 karat gold screw-back stud earrings with pearls. Pretty pair of stud earrings each set with 3 pearls. Screw-back fastening gives added security as well as holding earrings in place. Hallmarked to the stud posts and butterflies. The posts are a little misshapen but the screw fastening is not affected & remains secure. Measures approximately 20mm to each of the 3 sides.
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Vintage gate bracelet in 9 karat gold. Vintage 5 bar gate bracelet with a heart shaped clasp and safety chain. Fully hallmarked to back of heart clasp for London assay c1979. Short hallmark to one of the ring hooks. Safety chain extends to maximum of 70mm. Inside measurement of bracelet is 85mm when laid flat. 8.4grams.
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Sale!Art Deco cherry bakelite necklace. Lovely Art Deco graduating faceted cherry bakelite necklace with metal links separating each bead. There is no clasp as necklace is long and can fit over the head. The largest bead measures 30mm long and 20mm wide. 60 grams.
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19th century love token box in the form of a heart. Stunning 930 silver heart shaped box believed to be of German origin. interesting scene of grape pickers and wine making to the lid within a frame of multi semi precious stones. Perhaps the message is feeling drunk in love? English import mark with Maurice Freeman London assay office. Hallmarked to the outer lid and inside rim to left and right of box. Gilt interior. In very good condition throughout with only minor dints visible on the base. Closes nice and tight.
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Porcelain coffee can and saucer by Paris. Late 19th century coffee can and saucer set decorated with poppies and thistles and finished with gold leaf accent. In very good condition with only minor gilt wear around the cup rim & a few dark dots in the bottom of the cup. Cup measures 42mm in diameter at base, 78mm across the top and 60mm tall. Saucer measures 80mm in diameter at base, 128mm across the top and 35mm deep.
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Small porcelain box by Paris. Lovely small forest green scallop shaped box by Paris porcelain. Hand-painted with colourful flowers framed within gold to the top with a single pink rose to inside of the box and lid. Finished in a brass edge with small scallop opener to the front. Signed to the base. Some minor signs of wear to the brass.
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Pair of Art Nouveau sweetmeat dishes. Colourful pair of late Victorian Art Nouveau majolica sweetmeat dishes by Worcester. Each triple footed dish has 3 dolphins entwined to create the column which houses a scallop shaped shell like dish. The colour combination of turquoises and sea greens against pinks and yellow give these pieces are true under the sea look. Some chips to the paint and some scallop edges. Each dish measures approximately 105mm by 105mm at the base, 103mm tall and 143mm in diameter to the dish at top.
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Coffee/tea service for 2 by Hammersley. White and gold set in Golden Glory pattern consisting of a coffee pot, jug, sugar bowl, 2 cups and 3 saucers (1 spare!) Very elegant set in white with gold roses and trim c1950s. All pieces are in excellent condition with a lovely ringing sound when pinged, no chips, cracks or crazing. Minor gilt wear around jug spout and rim of both tea cups. The pot measures 98mm in diameter at base, 210mm at longest across spout & handle, 145mm at widest and 220mm tall with lid. Sugar bowl measures 55mm in diameter at base, 95mm across top and 53mm tall. Jug measures 55mm in diameter at base, 112mm long at spout and handle, 85mm wide and 112mm at tallest (handle). Cups measure 43mm at base, 96mm across top, 108mm long to handle and 58mm high. Saucers measure 145mm in diameter and 18mm high.
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Victorian jet miniature table. Antique carved Whitby jet miniature table inlaid with a fine ammonite specimen to the table top. Amazing carved detailing to the jet. The table appears to have had a few repairs during its long life and stands slightly on the skew - this does not detract from the fine quality of this piece. Table top measures 72mm by 62mm, the base measures 50mm by 45mm.
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Victorian brooch in carved jet and bone. A substantial sized brooch of beautifully carved Whitby jet with an intricately carved bone detail of a stag applied to the centre. The stag is central to a frame of flora with a tree to the background. This is craftsmanship of the highest order and remains in excellent condition. Believed to be from the Grand Period of the Victorian era c1861-1880. Tube hinge and c clasp fastening with extended pin.
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Vintage egg shaped paperweight by Murano. A clear glass mid sized egg shaped paperweight with an inner 3 dimensional image which is only clearly visible in a certain light and angle. The inside form is of purple/brown stripes to one area which are connected to almost invisible golden strands. A truly wonderful piece of art by the great Murano glass master Archimede Seguso. Signed to the base. Heavy item - collect from store only. Base measures 30mm in diameter.
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Georg Jensen silver clip-on earrings c1990s. A generous sized pair of modernist sterling silver clip-on earrings designed by Nanna Ditzel for Georg Jensen. Comes in original box. Both clips are in good working order. Hallmarked Georg Jensen 925 with No367 to the base of the clips and import silver mark to back of earrings. Measures 28mm by 25mm.
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Antique 18 karat gold and diamond bangle style bracelet. c1870 unmarked 18 karat gold bracelet with beautiful old rose cut diamonds. The main body of the bracelet is in a slightly rosy toned yellow gold with the diamonds set on sterling silver to highlight the old rose cut diamonds. Secured with a small push catch and a gold safety chain for added security. Inner dimensions when closed; 60mm by 50mm.
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Oriental lantern style light shade c1920s. Orient inspired Art Deco light shade in glass and metal. The panels are of frosted glass with identical coloured image to the central area of a rural scene at sunset. There are some very minor signs of wear consistent with age. The gap for light at top of shade is 30mm in diameter. The top widest area of shade is 130mm square.
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Vintage Tiffany & Co concave bracelet. Genuine Tiffany & Co oval bangle concaved to the outside. Hallmarked twice , one on outer band reading 925 T & Co 1837 and other to side band 1997 Tiffany & Co. 925 . Comes in original box which has some minor signs of wear, no pouch. Small size with inside measurement 62mm by 55mm.
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Gold plated scarab necklace by Lelong Designs. Art Nouveau inspired 18 karat gold plated chain and pendant. The generously sized pendant has a stag beetle focus to the centre with cabochons of lapis lazuli to accentuate the design. Art Nouveau style with an Egyptian twist. Pendant measures 70mm at widest with a drop length of 85mm.