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Edwardian Bathroom Towel Rail With Lots Of Detail

By Mark Johnson on Sep 07, 2024

Beautifully crafted Edwardian barley twist bathroom towel rail. This piece is a great size, featuring three rails with elegant, splayed branches and a ball detail connecting the top rail to the tapered colum...

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Vintage Pine Cupboard With Single Door

By Mark Johnson on Sep 04, 2024

Lovely colour, waxed, has the skirting plinth to the base, flat plain panel to the front, and picture beading trim around the door frame.

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Waterfall shelves with a little barley twist! Walnut - Circa 1890-1910

By Mark Johnson on Sep 01, 2024

A Decorative Walnut Étagère (Whatnot) elegantly crafted with barley twist supports and gracefully curved waterfall tiers. 

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Hand Blown Cranberry Glass With Tear Drop Detailing

By Mark Johnson on Aug 31, 2024

Hand-blown cranberry glass, celebrated for its rich ruby-red hue, has a captivating history that blends artistry, science, and commerce. This particular piece is hand-blown and retains the original pontil ma...

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Rustic Pine Two Door Cupboard - Late 19th Century

By Mark Johnson on Aug 30, 2024

When you encounter a piece like this, it begins to tell its story immediately. This is one of the finest late 19th-century pine two-door cupboards I've seen in quite some time, and its size is just perfect. ...

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Set of Three Murano Style Tazza Glasses

By Mark Johnson on Aug 28, 2024

Each piece is hand-blown and assembled in three sections. Take a closer look at the details

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Walnut Bedside Cupboard

By Mark Johnson on Aug 26, 2024

This bedside cupboard or cabinet is a real gem, featuring tiny fretwork bracketed feet and original turned knobs that make you say, "Wow!"

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The Arts and Crafts design movement - Movers & Shakers...

By Mark Johnson on Aug 03, 2024

The movement emphasized the beauty of craftsmanship, the use of natural materials, and the integration of art into everyday life. Here are some of the main influencers of the Arts and Crafts movement:

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Swedish Folk Art furniture, History & Origins

By Mark Johnson on Jun 19, 2024

Swedish folk art, also known as "allmogekonst," reflects the rich cultural heritage and traditions of Sweden, characterized by its vibrant colors, intricate designs, and functional beauty. The history of Swe...

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Console Table Metal & Glass With A Patinated Copper Finish

By Mark Johnson on Jun 11, 2024

This charming side table has a feel and look that would sit well in an industrial space. Imagine it with a pair of table lamps, decorative art and accessories.

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Pair Of Carved Giltwood Oak Architectural Corbels

By Mark Johnson on Jun 10, 2024

A delightful pair of carved Oak corbels, the whole surface expertly carved with scrolls, the front in large swirls reminiscent of the waves rolling in from the sea rolling over and over at the waters edge.  

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Glazed Pottery Bust Of A Roman Emperor On Stand

By Mark Johnson on Jun 09, 2024

Enjoy the grandeur of ancient Rome with this meticulously crafted bust of a Roman Emperor. 

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