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Multicoloured Abstract Olive Green Vase Form 8013 by Fratelli Fanciullacci

Jon Nix — Thu, 10 Sep 2020 20:35:09 +0000

A striking little vase from the Italian makers Fratelli Fanciullacci and dating from the 1950s-60s. The vase has an almost double-gourd shape and an olive green ground, upon which abstract white lines and dots of various colours (yellow, blue, red, black, green, white) have been handpainted. The patterns are glossy and raised up from the matte ground. It's typical of Fanciullacci vases of the period in many ways, though less textured than many of their designs.

This one is in excellent condition with no chips or cracks and you'd be pressed to find even a superficial graze on it. The vase is signed in the Fanciullacci method ("ITALY") on the base along with the form number 8013. The vase measures approximately 15cm (6 in.) in height with a base diameter of 5.5cm (2¼ in.) and a diameter of 10cm (4 in.) at its widest part.

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1950s Handpainted Colourful Stripes Flattened Oval Vase

Jon Nix — Tue, 08 Sep 2020 14:27:57 +0000

If an object can be granted human characteristics, then this vase is cheerful and a little bit eccentric. Believed to date from the 1950s, this hand-painted vase not only has colourful stripes to bring some cheer but also a dotted pattern within the stripes and black dashed line work around them and also around the rim to accentuate the positive (sorry). It's a semi-shouldered vase, with a gently curving shape and a flattened oval form which descends to a circular base. It's possibly Italian - there is a very indistinct stamp to the base which is not legible - and that would certainly be appropriate. Everyone who has seen this vase has loved it for its quirkiness.

In good condition with no chips or cracks to the exerior, but some age discolouration to the interior, the vase stands approximately 15 cm (6 in.) high on a base with a diameter of 5cm (2 in). The oval rim of the vase measures approximately 9cm (3½ in.) by 5cm (2 in.), with the curved "shoulders" extending outwards by about 2cm (¾ in.) and 1cm (3/8 in.) at the vase's narrowest and widest respectively.

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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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West German Marei Keramik Blue and Brown Floral Handpainted Planter Pot

Jon Nix — Sat, 22 Feb 2020 13:18:42 +0000

A gorgeously decorated planter in predominantly navy, cyan, and brown tones with a classic and characteristic cylindrical form, made by Marei Keramik. Dating from the 1970s and stamped "Made In W. Germany, the planter features a textured and incised (sgraffito) ground with a handpainted flowers and leaves design, with a boldly contrasting solid navy blue interior.

This one is in very good condition with no chips or cracks and seemingly little used, although being a vintage piece you should expect minor scuffs and signs of age. It measures approximately 12cm (4¾in.) in height and a similar diameter. It's a solid piece and would serve as originally intended i.e. as a plant pot holder or equally well as a pen, stationery, or utensils pot.

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Signed Arthur Wood Dog Money Box with Handpainted Flower Design

Jon Nix — Tue, 22 Oct 2019 19:01:38 +0000

Put some money aside and put a smile on your (or someone else's) face courtesy of this Arthur Wood handpainted ceramic dog money box which dates from the 1960s or 1970s. Finished with an orange and brown floral design on a white ground this little canine comes complete with happy eyes, seemingly wet nose, a warm smile, and original sticker still adhered to his tail. Rather unusually, this one features blue eyes - others we have seen have rather plain looking painted eyes.

In very good condition with only very minor signs of wear and age (the odd graze to the finish), the money box has its original "bung" and is signed to the base. The dog is approximately 18cm (7 in.) long.

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Handcarved Coconut Flower Design Oval Plaque

Jon Nix — Wed, 16 Oct 2019 14:38:14 +0000

A quite kitsch but well made oval wall plaque with carved multi-toned wood design which we believe is coconut, depicting stylised flowers and vase, complete with hanging string. The background of the plaque is made of a lighter sacking style fabric and the flowers have handpainted detailing. It is a good example of folk art using some rather unusual materials.

The plaque measures approximately 30 cm by 20 cm ( 12 in. by 8 in.) and is in very good vintage condition.

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Pair of Vintage Handpainted Kokeshi Dolls with Poseable Heads

Jon Nix — Fri, 30 Nov 2018 11:45:00 +0000

This pair of unusual vintage handpainted Japanese Kokeshi dolls have distinctive sugegasa hats (aka "coolie" hats), charming "bobbling" heads and decorative kimono costumes. The heads are poseable via a small dowel in their "necks" which allows for some movement to create a sense of expression. There is some minor wear to the paint whch is consistent with their age but there are no significant dings or scratches to either doll.

The Kokeshi dolls measures approximately 7.5cm (2¾ in.) tall.

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Dumler & Breiden Form 108/20 Vase in White/Grey Speckled, Teal and Orange

Jon Nix — Mon, 26 Nov 2018 15:21:23 +0000

A decidely striking vase by Dumler & Breiden in the form 108/20, featuring a slightly speckled and textured white ground offset by a glazed and textured middle section featuring square and circle shapes and teal and orange colours. As if that wasn't enough, the interior is finished in a glazed black. VERY funky.

The vase is 20cm (8 in.) tall and is 14cm (5½ in.) in diameter at its widest point. The rim and base are both approximately 9cm (3½ in.) in diameter. In very good condition with no chips or cracks.

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Pair of Vintage Handpainted Kokeshi Dolls with Poseable Heads

Jon Nix — Thu, 22 Nov 2018 15:14:58 +0000

This pair of unusual vintage handpainted Japanese Kokeshi dolls have distinctive hairstyles, charming "bobbling" heads and decorative kimono costumes. The heads are poseable via a small dowel in their "necks" which allows for some movement to create a sense of expression. There is some minor wear to the paint whch is consistent with their age but there are no significant dings or scratches to either doll.

The larger of the pair of Kokeshi dolls measures approximately 7.5cm (2¾ in.) tall, with the smaller one measuring approximately 6cm (2½ in.) tall.

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Pair of Vintage Handpainted Kokeshi Dolls with Poseable Apple Heads

Jon Nix — Wed, 10 Oct 2018 11:22:16 +0000

Packing a cuteness which far exceeds their scale, this pair of unusual vintage handpainted Japanese Kokeshi dolls have charming "bobbling" apple heads in green and red and decorative kimono costumes. The heads are poseable via a small dowel in their "necks" which allows for some movement to create a sense of expression. There is some minor wear to the paint whch is consistent with their age but there are no significant dings or scratches to either doll.

Each Kokeshi doll measures approximately 8cm (3¼ in.) tall.

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