The Story
This striking mid-century mantle vase by the renowned Beswick pottery is a true statement piece. Featuring a jet-black high-gloss glaze, it showcases a classically inspired urn shape with a flared sculptural form and elegant ribbed detailing. Whether displayed as a standalone sculptural object or filled with seasonal blooms, it brings a sophisticated, timeless aesthetic to any console or windowsill.
Styling Tips
High Contrast: The jet-black gloss is a perfect "anchor" for a neutral room. Style it on a light oak console table or a white marble fireplace.
Bold Blooms: Fill it with high-contrast flowers like bright white lilies or sculptural green eucalyptus. The black glaze will make the colors of the plants pop intensely.
The Details
Dimensions: ~18cm H x 15cm W x 10cm D
Model Number: 702-4
Maker: Beswick, Stoke-on-Trent (marked to base)
Era: Circa 1940s–1950s
Condition: Excellent vintage condition, showing only very minor signs of wear and use consistent with its age.
Why It’s Special
Beswick is one of the most collectible names in British pottery, famous for its high-quality craftsmanship and stylish mid-century designs. This particular vase (Model 702-4) captures the transition from traditional classicism to mid-century modernism, making it a versatile piece for both period and contemporary interiors.
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The Story
This rare and striking pair of teacups and saucers features the bold 'Jungle Night' pattern by Royal Doulton. Produced in the 1960s, the design boasts a graphic floral print in deep cobalt blue set against a rich olive-green base. Crafted from durable Lambeth Stoneware with a modern matte glaze, these pieces were designed to be tough enough for daily use while maintaining a sophisticated, mid-century aesthetic.
Styling Tips
Moody Coffee Nook: These pieces have a wonderful 1960s "moody" palette. Style them on a vintage brass tray alongside a dark wood coffee press.
Display Art: Don’t hide these in a cupboard! The graphic floral pattern is so strong that they work beautifully as decorative objects in a glass-fronted cabinet or on an open kitchen shelf.
The Details
Quantity: Set of two cups and two saucers.
Dimensions: * Teacup: 7.5cm diameter (11cm including handle) x 7cm H. Saucer: 14cm diameter.
Material: Matte-glazed Lambeth Stoneware.
Maker: Royal Doulton, Stoke-on-Trent (clearly marked to the base).
Era: Circa 1960s.
Condition: Excellent vintage condition overall. Note: One saucer has a small white "nibble" (tiny chip) on its edge, as detailed in the product photography.
Why They’re Special
Royal Doulton’s Lambeth Stoneware was a revolution in the 1960s, marketed as "oven-to-table" ware that was both beautiful and practical. The 'Jungle Night' pattern is particularly hard to find, making this pair a fantastic addition for collectors of 1960s ceramics or those looking for a unique, moody pop of color for their morning coffee or tea.
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The Story
A truly rare find with a wonderful bohemian charm. This late 17th or early 18th-century chamberstick features a distinctive oval "frying pan" bowl and a long carry handle secured with traditional copper rivets. Its aged-yet-shiny patina reflects centuries of use, making it a soulful addition to a mantlepiece or bedside table. With its deep bowl designed to catch wax drips and a useful hanging hole, it is as practical as it is beautiful.
The Details
Dimensions: 8cm H (at handle) x 16cm W x 26cm D (including handle)
Material: Rolled Sheet Brass & Copper Rivets
Era: Circa 1700–1800 | Likely Dutch or English origin.
Condition: Excellent antique condition. Displays a rich, authentic patina with minor tarnish and light surface scratches consistent with its significant age.
Heritage Note
This "frying pan" style chamberstick represents a historic era of metalwork where utility met craftsmanship. The use of hand-rolled brass sheet and copper rivets is a hallmark of pre-industrial production. Similar examples of this specific form are documented in “Antique Brass Candlesticks” by John Robert Grove (Figures 104-108), highlighting its importance as a genuine early European domestic antique.
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The Story
This superb vintage bowl is a quintessential mid-century decorative piece. Constructed from a series of wooden beads held together by a sturdy wire frame, it offers a geometric, architectural look that was highly popular in the 1950s and 60s. It’s a "statement piece" that balances functional utility with a playful, quirky aesthetic.
The Details
Dimensions: ~25cm Diameter x 7cm H.
Materials: Wooden beads and wire construction.
Era: Circa 1950s–1960s.
Condition: Excellent vintage condition. It shows minor age-related discolouration to the metal wire and light signs of use to the interior, both consistent with its history.
Why It’s Special
The open-wire and bead construction provides a "breathable" design, which is actually ideal for keeping fruit fresh by allowing air to circulate. Beyond its function, the repetitive pattern of the beads creates a wonderful shadow play when placed under direct light, making it as much a sculpture as a bowl.
Styling Tips
Modern Kitchen Centerpiece: Fill it with bright, solid-colored fruit like lemons or green apples. The vibrant colors of the fruit will pop through the gaps in the wooden beads, highlighting the bowl's unique structure.
Natural Textures: Style it on a linen runner or a concrete countertop. The warmth of the wood beads provides a soft, organic contrast to more industrial or modern surfaces.
The Shadow Play: Place the bowl on a brightly lit windowsill or a shelf under a spotlight. The wire-and-bead frame will cast a stunning geometric shadow on the surface below, adding a layer of visual interest to your room.
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The Story
A beautiful vintage Native American offering dish from the Cochiti Pueblo of New Mexico. This piece features a hand-painted polychrome floral design accented with intricate cross-hatching, traditionally used to represent rain. Notably, the design includes a "spirit break"—a deliberate gap in the decorative lines that metaphorically allows the potter's spirit to be released from the work. Hand-coiled and pit-fired, this dish was acquired from the estate of a dedicated English collector and includes the origin location penciled on the base.
The Details
Dimensions: 11cm Diameter x 2cm H
Material: Hand-Coiled Clay | Mineral & Vegetal Pigments
Era: Circa 1940s–1950s
Condition: Excellent vintage condition. Very light surface wear consistent with age. Note: Historic Pueblo pottery is for decorative use only and must not be used with water.
Heritage Note
Cochiti Pueblo pottery is world-renowned for its creamy slip and bold black or red designs. Historically, Cochiti potters are celebrated for their storytelling figures and ceremonial vessels. This dish utilizes age-old techniques where local clay is gathered, hand-coiled without a potter's wheel, and fired in an open-air pit. The combination of floral motifs and rain symbols reflects the deep connection between the Pueblo people and the natural world.
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