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Pair of Concord / Rotaflex Super Jet Reading Lamps by Robert Heritage 1969

Jon Nix — Tue, 04 Apr 2023 21:05:21 +0000

Winner of one of the two CoID Design Awards which Robert Heritage received in 1969, these are good examples of the "Super Jet" light, for Concord Lighting International (a division of Rotaflex). They are low voltage, small (6cm x 6cm x 15cm) reading lamps, each with an anodised aluminium eyeball for the shade and a rectangular body made of polypropylene. They are made to be wall-mountable (two brackets are included for this purpose) or are usable as free-steanding desk lamps. Whichever way they are employed, they are design classics, and it's easy to see why.

Both of these lamps are in good condition, and have their original spiral inserts in the ahde, but have some signs of wear and age, particularly on the eyeballs which have some surface scuffs from use. In addition, it should be noied that one of the pair has an extremely short power lead, which might require replacing or using with an extension. Offers are invited for the pair.

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Vintage Concord Lighting Superjet Reading Lamp by Robert Heritage 1969

Jon Nix — Wed, 08 Dec 2021 11:40:08 +0000

Winner of one of the two CoID Design Awards which Robert Heritage received in 1969, this is the "Super Jet" light, for Concord Lighting International (a division of Rotaflex). It's a low voltage, small (6cm x 6cm x 15cm) reading lamp with an anodised aluminium eyeball for the shade and a rectangular body made of polypropylene. It was made to be wall-mountable or usable as a desk lamp. It's a design classic, and it's easy to see why.

This one isn't complete. What's missing is the spiral insert from the shade and the plastic wall mount bracket. It also shows some signs of wear and age, particularly on the eyeball which has some surface scuffs from use. Reasonable offers are invited on this lamp - even with these deficiencies, it is a great little item and a piece of design history.

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1969 Hasbro Astrolite Build With Light Construction Set

Jon Nix — Tue, 20 Oct 2020 22:33:56 +0000

Uncommon on the eastern side of the Atlantic, the Hasbro Astrolite was a more common sight in US households of the late 1960s and 1970s. It features a large (34cm / 13½ in. square) raised platform inside of which a light and a rotatable colour wheel provides illumination through the holes and slits in the platform. A large set of clear plastic pieces can be placed into the holes and connected together using rubber "sleeves" to construct futuristic towers, pillars, pipes and other structures. The overall effect of the clear plastic and the coloured lights shining and reflecting through is difficult to describe but it's impressive especially in a low light environment. The photos are perhaps the best descriptors.

As can be seen, this Astrolite is fully functional. Originally used with a US power source, a transformer is provided with this unit to allow it to be used with a UK three-pin 240V power supply. Included with the set is a variety of clear pieces and rubber connectors - not a complete set, but certainly enough to have plenty of fun with! (please get in touch if you would like a list of what is included). There are unfortunately some broken pieces which are also present, most of which can nonetheless be used in some form. The outer box is rather tatty but is nice to have. The inner accessory storage box has been covered in clear tape, but again, it's nice to have it.

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1969 Yellow Pride Creations Mouse Money Box Bank

Jon Nix — Sun, 23 Aug 2020 13:56:28 +0000

A charming money bank/money box made by Pride Creations in the late 1960s. The yellow mouse with relief details is handpainted in black, white, pink and red, and appears to be of chalk construction. Probably best now used as an ornament, the money bank does, however, come with its original stopper and therefore could continue in its original role.

This one does have a few signs of age and wear, most noticeably some nibbles to its left ear, a chip to the base, and some cracks/crazing to the paintwork. However, it feels sturdy and solid in the hand, and these signs of use add to its vintage character. It doesn't feel like they are going to deteroriate further.

The bank measures approximately 13cm (5 in.) in height, is approximately 11.5cm (4½ in.) long, and is 9cm (3½ in.) at its widest.

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Walter Gropius for Rosenthal “TAC 1” Teapot, Jug and Sugar Bowl (1969)

Jon Nix — Fri, 07 Sep 2018 12:29:13 +0000

The association between architectural giant of the Bauhaus Movement, Walter Gropius, and the Rosenthal Porcelain company of Selb, West Germany began with the commission to design and build a factory and ultimately led to the design of this fabulous range, "TAC 1", which came to market in 1969.

Stylistically very distinctive, the various forms, angles and proportions of each item play off each other wonderfully as a set. Each piece is finished in a thin concentric pattern of slightly rough lines in a subtlely brown tone and all are in excellent condition (no cracks, no chips). Each piece is stamped in a dark green with the Rosenthal and "studio-line" marks.

Dimensions:

Teapot: 24cm from spout to handle. 12cm height. Diameter at widest part above the base, 14cm.

Jug: 14cm from spout to handle. 7cm height. Diameter at widest part above the base, 10cm.

Bowl: 10cm top diameter. 7cm height. Diameter at widest part above the base, 10cm.

We would welcome offers on this unusual set and can discuss shipping or collection oprions with interested parties.

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Waddington’s Future Scientist: Elementary Microscience (1969)

Jon Nix — Sun, 29 Jul 2018 08:50:42 +0000

Boxed and in excellent condition, this Waddington's Future Scientist kit features all of its original parts, including "comprehensive" instruction/reference booklet. microscope, slides and dissecting equipment. A real educational vintage gem!

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Late 1960s/early 1970s Floral Metal Drinks Tray (attributed to Pat Albeck)

Jon Nix — Fri, 13 Jul 2018 12:56:01 +0000

Attributed to Pat Albeck and made by Worcester Ware, these colourful round drinks trays have a bright orange-red ground with abstracted floral design in yellow, blue and green. These were originally sold through Tesco which helps us to date them firmly to 1969-71: the price label underneath each tray has a pre-decimalisation and post-decimalisation cost indicating their age almost precisely, most likely to 1970 or early 1971 (after that date the post-decimalisation cost appeared before the "old money" price.)

The trays are in used vintage condition, but are generally very good. Expect some wear and tear (minor dints and scrapes and the odd patch of rust which varies from tray to tray) but also expect to be thrown back to 1970 with some force by their vivid design and styling, whether you use them for their intended purpose or indeed just for decoration!

The trays have a diameter of 30cm (12 in.) and a depth of 3cm (1¼ in.)

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Vintage Colourful Framed Camberwick Green / Trumpton Postcards (Pair)

Jon Nix — Wed, 21 Mar 2018 11:56:12 +0000

Pugh, Pugh, Barney McGrew, Cuthbert, Dibble, Grubb.

Iconic words to those people of a certain age. And these iconic postcards will be enjoyed by those very same people and beyond, with their colourful stills from the BBC's Camberwick Green television program and complementary coloured framing. The postcards date from 1969 and were sent and franked in 1970. We love these and think they are charmingly nostalgic items which will appeal to young and old alike.

The glossy red frames are modern and repurposed. They allow for both standing and wall hanging, and measure 15.5cm x 20.5cm x 3.5cm (6in x 8in x 1½ in approx.)

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