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A pint and a chair... Interesting history of how the chairs were made.

By Mark Johnson on Jun 04, 2022

Thomas Glenister had an interesting way of having his chairs made for him, it turned out if you couldn't afford your pints, you made a chair. It seems these chairs had various designs to suit different circ...

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It all starts with nature...

By Mark Johnson on May 07, 2022

I often look at nature and it often throws up interesting ideas. Take a walk through the woods, soak up the life all around you, step off the path and you will see something different at every step and life’s pressures seem to fade away.  

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Teak, Brass and intricately designed cupboard doors

By Mark Johnson on Apr 08, 2022

Characterful solid teak makes this a very nice piece that will only become more interesting as time passes. What makes this beautifully constructed piece a winner in my book, is the wonderful inlaid brass on...

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When great art meets a great frame

By Mark Johnson on Apr 01, 2022

I just love a great worn out picture frame, when it comes with an oil painting, even better.

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Gorgeous oak desk once used by a families Grandpa to deal with the wages.

By Mark Johnson on Mar 28, 2022

Delightful 19th century desk used by Grandpa to do the wages for his employees. Has a wonderful rich warmth to the oak, structurally perfect and a glorious grain finish. Has a sloped hinged top with a flat s...

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Jas Shoolbreed & Co Edwardian Oak Dresser

By Mark Johnson on Mar 28, 2022

Original and wonderful example of an Edwardian oak glazed bookcase dresser by Jas Shoolbred & Co.  Two glazed doors with the original hand made glass, with lots of waves, ripples and bubbles in the glass...

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Ribbed Holophane & Brass Industrial Style Hanging Lights

By Mark Johnson on Jul 09, 2021

These lights are stunning, dominant and a super look to the past with the industrial design.

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Stunning & Substantial Metal Bound Victorian Oak Chest

By Mark Johnson on Jul 09, 2021

A large Victorian metal bound oak chest with domed lid is an impressive, belt and braces piece.  Full of character and definitely made to last a lifetime, but just how many? It still looks great.   Although...

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It's all about size with this one, of your wall that is!

By Mark Johnson on Jul 07, 2021

Oil on canvas mounted on a substantial frame and the edges are capped and painted in a pastel grey.

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Fun, Colourful Vintage Rug With Beautiful Detail

By Mark Johnson on Jul 06, 2021

Afghan Soumak rug of multicoloured weave

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Unique and original antique coffee - Chinese Foo dogs

By Mark Johnson on Jul 04, 2021

You will probably never see a coffee table like this and wont it be a talking point. 

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Amazing Aluminium ST400 industrial lights for your kitchen

By Mark Johnson on Jul 03, 2021

Amazing Aluminium ST400 industrial lights for your kitchen

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