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French Art Deco leaping gazelle bookends These 1920s/1930s stylized leaping gazelles are meticulously sculpted from spel...
18/06/2026

French Art Deco leaping gazelle bookends These 1920s/1930s stylized leaping gazelles are meticulously sculpted from spelter, finished with a rich, dark bronze patina.
The figures are mounted onto polished, rectangular blocks of pink and cream veined marble.
This dynamic, geometric design depicts the animals springing out from stylized foliage, a hallmark motif of the French animalier style from the mid-interwar period.
The pair both have the makers mark in the foliage, reading “UCRA”.
A beautiful pair of art deco figures that will catch the eye in any home!
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Height 6.5 inches
Length 5 inches
Width 2.75 inches
We accept cash on collection, PayPal and bank transfers.
£90 the pair
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18/06/2026

Vintage mid-century 2-tier medical trolley This stunning trolley was reclaimed locally from a factory that had a medical room onsite. The trolly features a white enameled tubular metal frame, thick removable clear glass shelves, a chrome top rail/handle, and rolling castor wheels.
Originally designed for hospitals or dental clinics to hold medical instruments, these durable minimalist pieces have become highly popular mid-century decor items.
The piece dates from circa 1950/1960s.
The glass panes feature smooth, cut-corner angles designed to slide and sit securely on the enamel framework.
These items are commonly used to beautifully display liquor bottles, glassware, and cocktail-making tools.
Alternatively the trolleys can be repurposed for organizing clean folded towels, luxury soaps, and lotions in a bathroom or to serve as a sleek minimalist accent table in a bedroom or living area.
A highly collectible, quality item, ideal for interior design or as part of a retail display.
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£125
Can deliver locally for a small fee or collection from low fell.
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Vintage mid-century 2-tier medical trolley This stunning trolley was reclaimed locally from a factory that had a medical...
18/06/2026

Vintage mid-century 2-tier medical trolley This stunning trolley was reclaimed locally from a factory that had a medical room onsite. The trolly features a white enameled tubular metal frame, thick removable clear glass shelves, a chrome top rail/handle, and rolling castor wheels.
Originally designed for hospitals or dental clinics to hold medical instruments, these durable minimalist pieces have become highly popular mid-century decor items.
The piece dates from circa 1950/1960s.
The glass panes feature smooth, cut-corner angles designed to slide and sit securely on the enamel framework.
These items are commonly used to beautifully display liquor bottles, glassware, and cocktail-making tools.
Alternatively the trolleys can be repurposed for organizing clean folded towels, luxury soaps, and lotions in a bathroom or to serve as a sleek minimalist accent table in a bedroom or living area.
A highly collectible, quality item, ideal for interior design or as part of a retail display.
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Width
We accept cash on collection, PayPal and bank transfers.
£125
Can deliver locally for a small fee or collection from low fell.
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Vintage coal miner's presentation pieceThis unusual piece featuring miniature brass tools mounted on a shaped leather ba...
18/06/2026

Vintage coal miner's presentation piece
This unusual piece featuring miniature brass tools mounted on a shaped leather backing cam from a house clearance in Northumberland. The leather backing has been handmade with punched decorative edging.The set includes a small emblem depicting a miner and mining equipment. This item is a collectable piece of local, industrial, heritage memorabilia.
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Height 10 inches
Length 12.25 inches
We accept cash on collection, PayPal and bank transfers.
£65
Can deliver locally for a small fee or post worldwide recorded delivery.

18/06/2026

Vintage Lyons Cakes Glass Display Cabinet
Originally used in a shop to display cakes and confectionery items, these advertising display cases are highly sought after.
This beautifully made 1950s cabinet has a timber frame at the back and has a single glass shelf. The rest of the unit is made with thick, high quality glass including a milk glass base. Condition is good, but missing its rear glass doors which does not effect its purpose.
This stunning display case could be used in retail as an advertising piece/display item, or used in a home to display collectible items.
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Height 15 inches
Length 30 inches
Width 9 inches
We accept cash on collection, PayPal and bank transfers.
£300
Can deliver locally for a small fee or Collection from Low Fell.
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Sadler WW1 Tank TeapotThis highly collectible teapot was manufactured by James Sadler and Sons Ltd of Staffordshire, Eng...
18/06/2026

Sadler WW1 Tank Teapot
This highly collectible teapot was manufactured by James Sadler and Sons Ltd of Staffordshire, England.
Introduced in the late 1930s, this novelty earthenware piece is modeled after a British World War I Mark V tank.
The character peeking out of the top lid is commonly referred to by collectors as "Old Bill" (the famous WWI cartoon soldier created by Bruce Bairnsfather), or Winston Churchill, who famously championed the development of the tank during the war.
This specific ivory/cream version featuring silver lustre trim highlighting the gun turret, tracks, and spout dates from the late 1930s (pre-WWII). Later iterations produced during the 1940s were stripped of the silver detailing due to wartime metal restrictions.
The piece does have some scuffing to the lustre which is to be expected due to its age.
A great piece for collectors of militaria or kitchenalia.
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Height 6.5 inches
Length 8.75 inches
Width 4.5 inches
We accept cash on collection, PayPal and bank transfers.
£55
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THESE ITEMS ARE NOW SOLDRecord Tools miniature anvilThese 2 mini anvils were recently acquired from a tool shop that wen...
17/06/2026

THESE ITEMS ARE NOW SOLD
Record Tools miniature anvil
These 2 mini anvils were recently acquired from a tool shop that went into liquidation. These miniature anvils were special editions given to trade tool shops to celebrate 100 Year Anniversary of Record tools.
These pieces were produced in Sheffield from Cast iron coated in the iconic "Record Blue" finish.
The anvil features "RECORD 100 YEARS" cast onto the front side and "SHEFFIELD ENGLAND" on the reverse.
While styled after a traditional blacksmith's or jeweler's tool, these mini anvils were primarily distributed as novelty paperweights, promotional desk pieces, or collectors' items.
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Length 4.8 inches
Height 2.25 inches
Width 2 inches
We accept cash on collection, PayPal and bank transfers.
£25 each or the pair for £45
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Vintage advertising glass ashtraya collectible piece of mid-20th-century to***coriana by Capstan.Capstan were a famously...
17/06/2026

Vintage advertising glass ashtray
a collectible piece of mid-20th-century to***coriana by Capstan.
Capstan were a famously popular British brand of ci******es and pipe to***co originally produced by W.D. & H.O. Wills.
Advertising items like this were widely distributed as promotional merchandise across pubs and bars but due to it being glass, this piece is a rare item.
Great piece for collectors of tobacciana and advertising.
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Height 4.8 inches
Length 4.8 inches
We accept cash on collection, PayPal and bank transfers.
£25
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Rare antique French cast plaquesFor sale are a pair of antique agricultural award plaques , given as a prize trophy duri...
17/06/2026

Rare antique French cast plaques
For sale are a pair of antique agricultural award plaques , given as a prize trophy during the historic 1900 Paris World's Fair The plaques translated read “Ministry of Agriculture, Paris. Universal Exhibition / World's Fair. French Draft Horse Breeds."Ardennes Breed & its Derivatives. Mares aged 4 years and older.
The plaque was awarded to a top-tier breeder of heavy draft horses during the massive livestock trials held as part of the 1900 Exposition Universelle in Paris. The Ardennes horse is one of the oldest heavy draft horse breeds, praised historically for its immense strength and use in both agriculture and military transport.These plaques were typically cast by specialist Parisian foundries like Taupinard and were meant to be proudly mounted on farm walls or stable doors to showcase a breeder's elite prestige.
Superb, historical, interior design pieces!
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Height 10.25 inches
Length 13.75 inches
We accept cash on collection, PayPal and bank transfers.
£85 each or both plaques £150
Can deliver locally for a small fee or post worldwide recorded delivery.
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Vintage 1987 California Raisins Coin Bank. Produced by Applause (under license from CALRAB), this collectible vinyl mone...
09/06/2026

Vintage 1987 California Raisins Coin Bank. Produced by Applause (under license from CALRAB), this collectible vinyl money box features an iconic claymation-style California Raisin character sporting orange sunglasses and white sneakers, leaning comfortably on a replica box of ⁠Sun-Maid Raisins.
Created during the height of the popular claymation advertising campaign designed by Will Vinton Studios.
The advertising money box comes with its original plastic stopper at the base and a paper logo on the front face.
The base of the bank is marked up with the date, makers mark etc(see pics).
A cool piece ideal for collectors of advertising or money boxes.
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Height 7 inches
Length 6.25 inches
We accept cash on collection, PayPal and bank transfers.
£50
Can deliver locally for a small fee or post worldwide recorded delivery.
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