A few of my favourite things....

I always have a variety of items for sale and I’m constantly on the lookout for that something that is a little different or special.  But then there are those particular items that appeal to me personally.  I like them so much that it is a little difficult to put them up for sale.  Here are a few of my favourite things…..

Victorian photo frame - dates from between 1860 to 1900. Mahogany frame veneered with mother of pearl shell in very good condition. Copy of a Victorian postcard has been inserted for display. Circa: 1890 Width: 11.5cm Height: 19cm  Price: $155

Available on Antiques Plus http://www.antiquesplus.com.au/index.cfm/item/49575-victorian-mother-of-pearl-photo-frame/

Australian glass epergne on metal base

Early 1900s Australian single glass epergne mounted on a metal base featuring floral and kangaroo design. In good condition. Glass pattern is clear and sharp - glass flute is 4cm in diameter. Mark on base - c1512
Circa: 1900 Width: 10cm Height: 20cm Price: AUD $210 

More photos are available on:

http://www.antiquesplus.com.au/index.cfm/item/46478-australian-glass-epergne-on-metal-base/

Maling plate - green lace border

A beautiful, large Maling plate - green lace border pattern number 6338. Circa 1930s/40s. Very good condition. Circa: 1935 Price: AUD $185

 

For more detail go to: http://www.antiquesplus.com.au/index.cfm/item/45607-maling-plate-green-lace-border/

Trading at The Gabba 5 Ways Antiques Emporium

What started as an idle thought of ‘wouldn’t it be great to run my own antique shop’ some five years ago has turned into an exciting reality.  I am about to celebrate 12 months of trading at the The Gabba 5 Ways Antiques Emporium.  Have a look at the website: http://www.gabba5waysantiquesemporium.com/

It is so satisfying to see all the antique and vintage photo frames, jewellery, silver, ceramics, glass ware and vintage prints finally in place. I have selected items that date from the Victorian era to the fabulous fifties.  I buy the items because I feel they have a story to tell and I want to share that unique story.  Each item begs the question of where have they been, how were they used, who made them, who used to own them, what major events in history have they seen and how have they managed to survive one or even two generations and how could someone bear to part with them?   

I always look forward to having to replace items as people, who appreciate the uniqueness, quality and history of the items, buy either for themselves or for others.  As much as I like selling, I enjoy buying more.  Once a collector, always a collector.