Scottish Nickel and Leather Breastplate
Original, quality late 19th century Scottish heavy horse leather breastplate harness decoration with clip on hooks and nickel mounts and buckles. This good example has the Saddlers plate for "George Dobbie Dunfermline". All has been polished and lacquered and is complete and good order. Total 13" x 4".
WT&S Brass Door Porter
Original, quality, late 19th century, very decorative cast brass door porter, with designs in deep relief of acanthus leaves with a loop grip to the top and a cast iron counterbalance weight behind. The reverse has the registration lozenge mark for the year 1862 and "WT&S" for the manufacturer William Tonks and Sons of Birmingham. All has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. Complete and in good and working order. A serious door porter. 13.25" tall x 6" wide + 2" front to back at base.
Brass Electric Desk Lamp
Original, quality 1920's brass electric desk/reading lamp with the original green and white enamelled trough shade. This super example has a circular base with a heavy cast iron weight beneath and is adjustable back and forward using the large wing nut. The shade is also movable to increase the brightness by distance. All has been rewired with modern three core silk covered flex a three pin plug, and a pull cord switched bulb holder to take a standard Edison screw bulb. All has been fully overhauled, polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and is complete and in good and working order. Trough shade 10.5" x 4.75" base and 6.75" diam. Total 13.75" tall and 10.5" widest.
Oak Aneroid Barometer
Original, quality art nouveau style wall mounted "banjo" barometer, in a honey coloured oak case with a good art nouveau shape, with two fretted decorations. The circular guage has a white ceramic dial detailed in red and black calibrations, a good cast brass bezel and is marked for "Douglas Stourbridge" for the maker / retailer.The thermometer above, in its own glazed case is again calibrated in red and black and beneath is an engraved brass presentation plaque detailing "Presented to Mr E.H Billingham by the vicar, church wardens, organist and choristers of St Johns Church Stourbridge, on the occasion of his marriage August 3rd 1912". A very clean example in good and working order and fully overhauled and with the brass polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. 33" x 11" and 3" front to back.
Fully Converted Candlestick Telephone
Original, quality Candlestick Telephone, with a bakelite mouthpiece and cover to the earphone. The dial version of the candlestick telephone was introduced in the early 1920's and were phased out in the late 1930's. During the current restoration and conversion this telephone has been completely disassembled and cleaned, some parts and the cords have been renewed, and full details of the work carried out, with a list of replacement parts fitted is included with this item, as well as photos of before and after restoration. All is now complete and in good and working order. 13" tall and 5.25" diam base. Other converted telephones are usually available.
6 Piece Brass Fender and Fire Iron Set
Original, superb matching set of all brass fender fire dogs and fire irons, stamped with the registration number for the year 1905. This six piece set in a good Art and Nouveau style has matching finials to the fender dogs and grips on the fire irons. The shovel has a pierced spade end and the poker a tapered steel tip. Apart from some minor dents to the fender, All is complete and in good and working order. All has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. Grate to find a matching set as good as these. Fender External 52.25" x 14" and Internal 48" x 12". Poker 28" x 2". Tongs 28.5" x 3.5" x 2". Shovel 28" x 2" x 5". Dogs 12" tall x 6.25" wide and 7.5" front to back. Price is for the set.
Large Jefferson Glass Bowl Electric Light Fitting
Original, quality, very large, thick moulded opalescent coloured glass light bowl, circa 1901, with an embossed design of acanthus leaves to the centre and oak leaves to the outer edge. This bowl, manufactured by Jefferson of Canada for the UK market, has the original brass fittings in the original bronzed finish, the roseattes are in the form of goats heads with three lengths of chain suspended from the top mount. A replacement bronzed ceiling rose is included as is a further short length of bronzed chain and a new bulb holder wired with a new silk covered three core flex. A superb electric light fitting, probably the best Jefferson we have seen. Complete and in good and working order. 20" diameter of bowl x 6" deep, 24" total max drop as in photo and ceiling rose 2.5" tall x 3.5" diameter.
Pair of 1st World War Brass Trench Art Shell Cases
Pair of original, quality 19.75" tall brass shell cases, ' Trench Art ' punch decorated, with superb herons in bulrushes in bold embossed detail. One is marked " Verdun " in 0.75" tall text and the other " Reims ". The undersides are stamped 1917 to both and with other letters and numbers, " Polte ", Magdeburg ", Karlsruhe ". All has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and are in good order. 19.75" tall and base diam 5".
1869 Chapel Bell
Original, quality late 19th century, cast church or chapel bell, with the original blacksmith made wrought iron internal clapper. The outer flared rim is embossed "J. Warner and Sons London 1869", for the bell founder and all is in the unpolished and weathered green patina. The top mount has three cast loops for suspending the bell, A very loud bell, with a good tone and good resonance. 13" tall and 12" diam month.
Glass and Brass Electric Light Fitting
Original, quality 1920 's hanging electric light fitting with a white glass upper bell shaped section and a shallow saucer-shaped frosted glass lower section both held together with a clip on brass band, with vented holes around. This band is impressed with a registration number for the year 1922, the top shade holder is also vented. Rewired with modern three core silk covered flex and a new brass UK bulb holder. Fully overhauled and polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. Each light fitting has the original brass ceiling rose and a length of replacement brass chain. Complete and in good and working order. 13" tall, 10" widest plus chain. Ceiling rose 3" tall and 4" diam. Price is for each.
Ceramic Oil Lamp
Original, quality, late 19th Century, ceramic, vase shaped oil lamp of British manufacture, in the Moorish style with a highly decorated and colourful ceramic body and cover to the lift out brass oil reservior. The square, cast brass pedestal is decorated in relief and stands on four feet, mounted with mythical creature heads. The brass burner is of the best quality, with a key twist action to raise both the globe and chimney, permitting the lamp to be lit without removing the globe or chimney. The wick control has a black porcelain insert detailing the manufacturer: 'Hinks's Duplex Patent' and the double wheel control will adjust each of the two 1" wicks independently. The main ceramic body is transfer printed to the inside in blue detailing 'Patent' and ? and what appears to be 'Istanbul', also a paper label is affixed and details: 'Des. No 340' and '32/6'. All is completely original and has been fully overhauled and is complete and in good and working order, the brass polished and lacquered. The shade is not included in the price and is no longer available. A very unusual and superb oil lamp. The lacquer can be removed upon request, at no extra cost. 12.5" tall without chimney and 21.5" with, base 5" square and body 5.75" widest.
Yellow Oil Lamp Shade
Original, quality, late 19th century, etched yellow tinted glass oil lamp shade to fit a standard duplex double burner and gallery. The etched detail of flowers, leaves and swallows in flight is repeated in the four panels. The body has a bold diagonal twist to the wavy top rim and the yellow colour is strongest at the top fading toward the base. All is complete and in good order. 5.75" tall x 8" widest and 4" lower aperture.
Doulton 1897 Commemorative Beaker
Original, quality flow blue transfer on white commemorative beaker issued to celebrate Queen Victoria's 60 years on the Throne, Jubilee. The front view has Queen Victoria on the Throne and the reverse "The Royal Coat of Arms" with text beneath. The underside is detailed "Victoria R.I Diamond Jubilee, Doulton Burslem" and with the registration number of the year 1897. All is perfect and this is the first we have seen of this example.
Romford Ceramic Matchstriker
Original, quality 1920's white ceramic match holder and striker. This circular example is detailed to the top in black text "Wyard and Taylors Popular Mineral WaterS Romford." The underside is printed "Jenkinson and Co Ltd Bartholomew Row Birmingham." Some crazing to the glazing, otherwise complete and in good order. 5" diam x 1.75" tall.
Brass Spit Bracket
3 Piece Matching Brass Fire Irons
Original, quality late 19th century matching brass fireside shovel and tongs, with a matching poker, made to suit. These superb brass fire irons are of a heavy gauge with decorative cast brass handle, a steel tip to the poker and a pressed brass spade end to the shovel. The tongs have an interesting patented hinge system and are complete and in good and working order. Shovel 29.5" x 5.75" x 1.75". Tongs 29" x 3.5" x 1.75". Poker 29" x 1.75" x 1.75" Price is for the set.
Blue Glass Soda Syphon
Original, quality 1920's, blue coloured glass soda syphon with a later replacement top mount. The front of the glass body is etched for the supplier of the mineral water "Swan Beverages Ltd, London S.W.", "From Artesian Wells" and the top mount was fitted by Scweppes Ltd when it was returned for a refill. In good order, but not suitable for use. 11" tall x 3.75" diameter.
Pair of Glass Whisky Urns
Pair of Large Brass Candlesticks
Pair of original, quality, late 19th century, large cast brass candlesticks, with an Art Nouveau feel. The tapered columns have various turnings mounted on circular bases, and have shaped, deep drip pans and 1.1/8" candle sockets. All has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed if required at no extra cost. Complete and in good order. 4.5" diameter of base x 16.5" tall. Price is per pair.
Twin Branch Brass Rise and Fall Electric Light Fitting
Original, quality 1920's brass rise and fall electric light fitting to take two bulb holders and shades. This Art Nouveau example has a flat horizontal brass bar curled up at each end and is mounted to a spherical brass counterbalance weight with two white ceramic wheels, the original matching ceiling rose, again has white ceramic wheels. Rewired with modern three core silk covered flex and new brass UK bulb holders, and polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. Fully overhauled and complete and in good and working order. The shades are not included in the price but may be available; see our "Lamp Shades" section, item code S893. A most elegant light fitting, these are getting harder and harder to find. 24.5" wide excluding shades and 22" tall as in the main picture exculding shades.
Jefferson Electric Light Fitting
Original, quality 1920's, opaline coloured moulded glass lamp shade facing down, with the original brass shade holder and hook. The shade is embossed to the rim for the manufacturer "Jefferson". A new replacement brass ceiling rose and length of brass chain is included. All has been fully overhauled and polished, lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. Complete and in good and working order. Bowl 13" diam, total height 14" plus chain 19" and rose 2.5".
Set of 4 Greeen Glass Lamp Shades
Original, quality set of four 1920's bell shaped green tinted light shades, to fit standard, modern, UK electric bulb holders. These superb shades each have eight panels which flare outwards with a strong green colour fading to clear at the top and an etched lattice design overall complete and in good order. 6" tall and 6" widest. Price is for the set.
Large Oak Roll Top Desk
Huge original, quality solid oak, roll top desk circa 1900 / 1920's with twin pedestals and a fully fitted interior. The left pedestal has four drawers and a pull out typist's shelf above and the right one has three drawers, the lowest being double in depth and with a second pull out typist's shelf. When the tambour fronted shutter is down and the key in the lock turned, all the drawers and the roll will be locked together. The interior has many small shelves, twelve pull out drawers and two concealed pull out pen trays. Nine drawers have the original brass label frames which have been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. This superb piece of furniture is in the original finish and is panelled to both the sides and back. The bar above your knees, when sat at the desk, is a replacement made to suit, as are the two pull out typist's shelves. A good colour throughout and very well above average interior. Each pedestal has concealed casters to the underneath and all will dismantle into five sections for ease of removal.
65.5" widest.
50.5" tall.
35.5" front to back.
31" tall to the work surface.
Carved Sycamore Breadboard
Original, quality, circular sycamore breadboard with very detailed carvings to the wide border detailing "Our Daily Bread" to the top section and leaves, acorns, ears of wheat to the lower half and a flower to the centre. Some minor stains and a very, very minor warping. The best breadboard we have seen for years. Complete and in good order.
11.5" x 0.75".
Set of 13 Brass Stair Carpet Rods
Set of thirteen original, quality, matching brass stair carpet rods, circa 1900, of an unusual form with bold trefoil finials and the original hinged cast brass mounting clips. Originally these were nickel plated which can now only be seen to the underside. These are the first we have had with this shaped rod, and can be shortened, at no extra cost and look no different, if required. One replacement clip and finial have been made to suit and now all is complete and in good and working order. Polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed if required at no extra cost. Of great quality and gauge.
Rods including finials 40.25" long x 1.25" x 0.75".
Fittings 5/8" wide.
Price is for the set.
Philips Motoradio Hanging Glass Advert
Original, quality 1950's double sided glass hanging sign in the original grey painted tin frame with hanging hooks. The glass is decorated with red text on white glass and details to both sides "Philips Motoradio Service and Installation". Some rubbing to the metal frame and some minor distortion to the inside of the glass. This example does not light up but nevertheless a super motoring advertising piece in super condition.
Frame 18"tall.
Plus 6" hook.
28.5" wide.
3.5" top front to back.
Royal Insurance Enamel Sign
Original, quality 1920's / 30's, bright and colourful, rectangular shaped vertical enamel sign detailing "Royal Insurance Company Ltd" on a red shield with a crown above, "Security First" and "Specialises in Motor Insurance". The main background is green with a yellow and black border. Some major chips to the enamel and two damaged corners, but nevertheless a good colourful enamel in a presentable condition. Complete and in good order.
40" x 30".
Queens Muff Warmer
Original, quality, 'haggis' shaped, buff coloured stoneware muff warmer, to be filled with hot water. This superb example has brown finial ends, one being a screw in stopper, and the remains of a small brass chain to carry it with. The centre of the body is transfer printed "The Queens Muff Warmer" with the registration number for the year 1909. What a beauty in perfect condition.
5.25" x 2.5".
Pair of Crutches
Pair of original, quality, pre-war crutches in ash, with rubber stops to the tips and padded arm rests to the top. The arm rests have been recovered later with a chamois leather, but nicely done and the hand grips are adjustable to three positions. Very usable, good lookers and complete and in good and working order.
53.5" x 8.5" x 2".
Pierced Brass Fender
Original, quality, early to mid 19th century, superb finely pierced brass fender with the original matching fire iron stands. This example in grate condition has three bands of piercing and a raised reeded band, a steel floor with three brass lion paw feet and the pair of fire iron stands which double up as pokers, if required. All has been cleaned and polished, the floor repainted black and the brass lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. All is complete and in good and working order.
Exterior 38.5" x 12.5" front to back.
Fender 9.75" tall.
Total including stands 22.5" tall.
Cast Iron and Lignum Vitae Horse Blanket Bracket
Backplate 10" x 3".
Total 16" front to back.
Set of Kenrick Cast Iron Weights
Original, quality late 19th century set of seven circular weights, six in cast iron and the smallest in brass. This superb set is decorated with an embossed design to the outer rims each with the weights "4Ib 2Ib 1Ib 8oz 4oz and 2oz" and "AK and Sons", and the brass one is impressed "1oz " and "Kenrick". These are the most decorated set produced by A Kenrick and Sons of West Bromwich, are in wonderful condition and have been cleaned and lacquered. Hard to find these in a complete set.
Total Stack 4.5" tall.
5.25" widest.
Set Grocers Counter Scales
Original, quality late 19th century set of cast iron grocer's or butche's shop counter scales, for weighing cold meats and dairy products with a later very clean set of 8 Avery brass weights from 2lbs down to ¼ ounce. The shaped cast iron base is embossed for the manufacturer " Walker Bristol " and the white ceramic slab has a marbled effect and is detailed also for the manufacturer " H Walker Scale Maker Bristol ". The iron work has been cleaned and lacquered and the weights and brass pan polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost, all has been fully overhauled. The ceramic slab has some grease stains and crazing to the finish but with no chips or cracks, all is complete and in good and working order.
Total 6.5" tall.
14.5" long x 7.5" wide.
Ceramic slab 7" x 6".
Circular brass pan 6".
WT&S Dinner Gong
Original, quality late 19th century large brass dinner gong for the table or sideboard. This most unusual example has a square tube frame with a rectangular shaped brass gong suspended within. All is mounted on a honey coloured oak plinth with four brass bun feet. An old beater is hung to one side, the gong has a textured front, and the oak plinth is impressed with the sun logo and "WT&S" for the manufacturer William Tonks & Son, of Birmingham. All has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and although there are some dents to the top of the frame, all is complete and in good and working order, otherwise with a super tone and resonance.
Total 32.5" tall.
Base 19" x 8.5".
Gong 24" x 9" x 8.5".
Pair of Copper and Wrought Iron Fire Dogs
Original, quality pair of copper on wrought iron fire dogs in a serious Art Nouveau form, circa 1900. The sheet copper panels to the front have a deep embossed stylised poppy seed heads motifs to the centre, and the blacksmith made wrought iron supports are simple in form with curled over feet. All has been cleaned, polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and are complete and in good and working order. A great pair of dogs.
Front 10" tall.
Base 8" wide.
7" front to back.
Pair of Small Glass Domes on Plinths
Plinth 5" x 1" dome 9.75" tall x 3.75".
Total height 10.5" x 10".
6.6 KV Fuse from Battersea Power Station
10" x 2.5" diam.
Large Wrought Iron Padlock and Key
Original, quality, early 19th century, blacksmith made wrought iron padlock, with a brass keyhole surround and the original key with super detail. All has been cleaned and lacquered and is complete and in good and working order.
5.75" x 4.25".
1" front to back.
Key 3.25" long.
Brass Counter Bell
Original, quality, late 19th century, brass counter bell, sideways mounted on a honey coloured oak base, within a cast brass frame supporting two clappers, one to either side. These bells were used on shop or hotel counters and hall tables, and can be sounded by depressing one or both of the side hammers. An unusual example with four brass ball feet to the underside and an original paper label referring to a retailer in Paris. This table/counter bell was manufactured in England and has obviously been supplied to the retailer in Paris. A very unusual example.
Base 6" x 3.25" x 5.25" tall.
Merryweather Brass Fireman's Helmet
Original, quality, late 19th century superb, all brass fireman's helmet, with the original leather skullcap and replacement leather to the chin strap, copied from an original. The small brass buckle is also a replacement, but all the other brass fittings, including the chinstrap chain, are original. This example has a nameplate under the neck guard detailing the maker / supplier "Merryweather and Sons Fireman's Outfitters London". This model was introduced in 1866, with the formation of the "Metropolitan Fire Brigade", which replaced the "London Fire Engine Establishment" maintained by insurance companies. This style remained in general use throughout the UK until the 1920's and those with the crossed axes badge were used by municipal, volunteers and industrial brigades. Some very minor dents, but otherwise all is in super condition and complete and has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. These helmets are not easy to find today in as good condition. The stand is for display only.
11" tall x 8.5" widest.
12.5" front to back.
Small Ceramic Sherry Barrel
7.75" tall x 7.5".
5.5" front to back.
Musgrave Small Cast Iron Harness Rack
Original, quality, late 19th century, small wall mounted cast iron harness rack with turned teak mounts. This delightful rack has three countersunk screw holes for mounting and the original paintwork. It is not marked for Musgrave the smaller items often were not, but this is definitely Musgraves of Belfast quality. Complete and in good and working order.
6" tall.
3.5" wide.
3" front to back.
Copper and Brass Horse Singe
Original, quality, late 19th century, brass and copper paraffin fueled horse singe. The main brass barrel will unscrew to gain access for filling and the tap controls the flow of fuel to the wick (missing in this example) inside the decorated copper attachment. The tap is stamped "SH" and "Co" for the maker and apart from the missing wick, all is complete and in good order. All has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost.
13.5" x 5" x 1.5".
Pair of Elm Fireside Bellows
Original, quality pair of elm fireside bellows circa 1900 / 1920's with the original leather, steel spout and studs. All is in superb and good working order and grate lookers, the leather and the woodwork glows.
20" x 9" x 3.25".
Brass and Copper Powder Flask
8" x 3.25" x 1.25" front to back.
Gladstone Bag Footwarmer
Original, quality 1920's, brown glazed stoneware footwarmer / hot water bottle in the realistic form of a leather gladstone bag. This super example has a leather strap handle and a screw in stopper in black composition and is transfer printed to one side "B.E.D." simulating the owners initials, faux stitching is detailed in relief around the edges. The underside is detailed for the manufacturer "Bourne Denby England" and with the registration number for the year 1920. One small soft chip to the area with the steel ring handle support, otherwise all is complete and in superb condition.
Base 8.5" x 4.5".
4" tall plus strap handle.
Brass and Iron Fireside Poker
Original, quality, mid to late 19th century, blacksmith made wrought iron poker, with a barleytwist stem, a shaped tip and a cast brass decorated handle. All has been cleaned and lacquered and is complete and in good and working order.
31" x 1.25".
Run of Twin Branch Electric Wall Lights
Original, quality 1920's, twin branch cast brass electric wall light in the original matt gilt finish and in the form of a candle light. Has been rewired with modern three core flex and new brass UK bulb holder. Fully overhauled, lacquered and complete and in good and working order. A super run of electric wall lights.
15" tall x 11" widest.
7.5" front to back.
Price is for each.
Pair of Art Nouveau Pendant Electric Lights
Pair of original, quality 1920's three branch electric pendant light fittings, in a serious Art Nouveau style with acanthus leaves to the lower section and the curved over arms. All has been rewired with modern three core silk covered flex and new brass UK bulb holders. The shades are not included in the price, but may be available; see our "Lamp Shades" section, item code S53. Fully overhauled, polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost.
8" tall plus 2 ½" tall x 4"ceiling rose plus flex and excluding shades widest 13".
Oval Glass Dome
Original, quality late 19th century oval shaped fine glass dome with the original wooden plinth on four bun feet. The base has been cleaned and repainted black, has retained the old velvet lining and the dome is perfect. Complete and in good order.
Base 9.5" x 7.25" x 1.75" tall.
Dome 9" x 6.5" x 7.5" tall.
Total height 9".
