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Cathay Model SRC727Q Portable Twin Cassette Player with Radio (Box Only!)

Jon Nix — Mon, 25 Jul 2022 15:35:04 +0000

Just a box, yes, it's true - but what a nice box. It used to contain a Cathay Portable Twin Cassette Player with Radio (Model SRC727Q) but it doesn't any more. It's now empty but it's got an appeal all of its own so we're offering it up to see if someone would like to give it a home for decorative purposes or to re-unite it with some contents which would fit it. We would recommend a Cathay Model SRC727Q Portable Twin Cassette Player with Radio as the perfect companion for it.

Make us an offer? ;)

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Ingap Children’s Orange Intercom Toy Telephones Made In Italy

Jon Nix — Sun, 01 Nov 2020 22:56:06 +0000

It's for you-hoo! Made in Italy, these are a pair of INGAP toy telephones in a pleasing orange colour with suitably retro faux rotary dials (with French language text on them), audible ring and light-up indicators. They are effectively an intercom system - once connected (wired), each phone can "call" the other by lifting the handset and pressing the dial button. The other phone emits a "ringing" sound and its light goes on to indicate an incoming "call". As it stands, that's as much functionality as these currently perform, but it's enough to be entertaining. There should, it seems, be voice-over-wire functionality as well, but it doesn't work. It may be a loose connection or similar problem, but these are sold "as is" with decorative appeal as much as the their limited functionality in mind.

They're quirky and colourful and perhaps the "pager" functionality will appeal to someone!

Each 'phone takes a 4.5V 3r12 flat battery (not supplied due to postage restrictions)

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Original Cast Metal Sprung Small Decorative Letterbox

Jon Nix — Sat, 26 Sep 2020 20:55:36 +0000

A heavy and durable letter box with classic decoration which has some age behind it and plenty of life left in it. It would be the perfect complement to a period property with a Georgian door, notwithstanding that the letter opening is somewhat small - and quite snappy - by today's standards ;)

In full working order, the letter box measures 27cm by 8cm (10.5in by 3in) in terms of outer dimensions, with an opening of 14cm by 3.5cm (5.5in by 1.5in.). The letter box is predominantly black in colour but has remnants of white paints on the edges from previous use.

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Vintage Turned Wood Pot Pourri Bowl with beautifully contrasting grain

Jon Nix — Sun, 15 Sep 2019 15:02:34 +0000

A turned wood pot pourri bowl with small lid which appears to be of vintage origins - possibly handmade - and which features a beautifully contrasting wood grain. The body of the bowl is of a darker wood (possibly teak) with a contrasting lighter top surface and small lid with subtle knob which have a strikingly grained appearance. The top surface has been perforated with a star pattern. The base has a green felt for portection of surfaces. In very good condition with no chips or dings to speak of.

The bowl measures approximately 10cm (4 in.) high, with a top diameter of 14.5 cm (5¾ in.) and a base diameter of 10cm (4 in.)

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Vintage Daalderop Handbeaten Copper and Wood Sailing Boat

Jon Nix — Wed, 05 Jun 2019 11:43:40 +0000

A very appealing and unusual sailing boat ornament made in Holland by Daalderop. Appears to be handbeaten copper with a wooden hull and a metal base which is stamped with the maker's mark. Looks super on a sideboard or shelf as a display piece.

Base measures approximately 24cm long by 5cm wide

Ornament outer extremities measure approximately 30cm long, 24cm wide, 20cm tall.

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Set of Vintage Turned and Carved Wooden Fruit

Jon Nix — Wed, 20 Mar 2019 12:33:22 +0000

A set of nine very nicely turned and carved wooden fruit, consisting of a variety of almost full-size items which make for a fine decorative group. There are two lemons, two oranges, one banana, two pears, one satsuma, and one apple in the set.

The fruits are certainly of some age, handmade and are very nicely done. They have their original varnished finish, and have been gently cleaned and polished. They range in size: the pears are approximately 10cm in height, the oranges approximately 7cm in diameter, the lemons approximately 9cm long, and the banana approximately 16cm in length. Please note, the bowl is not included and is shown here purely for display purposes.

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Handmade Norsk Rolf Buodd Pewter Letter Rack / Holder

Jon Nix — Thu, 27 Sep 2018 16:30:09 +0000

A very nice decorative handmade pewter letter rack or other holder designed and made by Rolf Buodd in Norway.

In good condition, with some wear/scratching consistent with age and use but otherwise clean and very presentable. The underside still retains its label and the maker's stamp is visible and legible.

Measures approximately 10cm by 6.5cm by 3cm (width/height/depth).

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Antique Chunky Gilt Frame with Blackboard

Jon Nix — Sun, 22 Jul 2018 08:42:33 +0000

Perfect for larger notices and signs with a touch of distinction, this genuine antique gilt frame has been supplemented with a contemporary blackboard which will take a traditional chalk stick or chalk pen and wipes clean with a damp cloth or sponge. The frame itself has classical geometric decoration and beading details and certainly makes a statement. It's bold and distinctive and would certainly catch the eye, whether at home, in an event venue, or in a restaurant or retail environment.

The outer frame measures 57.5cm x 42.5cm ( 22.5in. x 16.75in.) and the blackboard (frame aperture) is 46cm x 31cm (18in. x 12in.).

There is age-related wear and tear to the frame which adds to the look and contrasts well with the blackboard, and there is some slight gaping in the mitres but nothing very noticeable or concerning. The frame is sound and solid otherwise. Please note: no fixings are provided with this particular frame, but there are eyelet rings already present on the frame ready for horizontal hanging if that is the buyer's preference.

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Antique Decorative Gilt Gesso Frame with Blackboard

Jon Nix — Wed, 18 Jul 2018 22:10:46 +0000

Perfect for to-do lists, shopping lists, or notices and signs with a touch of distinction, this genuine antique gilt gesso frame has been supplemented with a contemporary blackboard which will take a traditional chalk stick or chalk pen and wipes clean with a damp cloth or sponge. The frame itself has ornate and elegant decoration of flourishes and floral motifs but is subtle enough not to be overwhelming or fussy.

The outer frame measures 36.5cm x 29cm ( 14.5in. x 11.5in.) and the blackboard (frame aperture) is 32cm x 24cm (12.5in. x 9.5in.).

There is age-related wear and tear to the frame which adds to the look and contrasts well with the blackboard. There is evidence of previous woodworm which has been treated and there is some slight gaping in the mitres but nothing very noticeable or concerning. The frame is sound and solid otherwise. Please note: no fixings are provided with this particular frame, but - due to its lightness and smaller size - a standard hanging arrangement would suffice for wall hanging or it could be easily stand-mounted.

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Original Cast Metal Sprung Decorative Letterbox

Jon Nix — Tue, 05 Jun 2018 23:15:42 +0000

In full working order and sensitively cleaned so as to retain its character and patina, the letter box measures 27cm by 8cm (10.5in by 3in) in terms of outer dimensions, with an opening of 14cm by 4cm(5.5in by 1.5in.)

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