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Vintage Mustard and Brushed Metal Adjustable Desk Lamp

Jon Nix — Fri, 22 Sep 2023 21:55:40 +0000

A vintage desk lamp in brushed aluminium and enamelled mustard colour metal with a vertical stand and adjustable arm which is fixed to the vertical by way of a tensioning mechanism. The origins of this lamp might be Italy - there are similar lamps made by Prova, some with a flatter base and some with a deeper base, such as this one. We suspect it was made in the 1970s and probably sold through BHS or similar.

The condition of the lamp is generally good and it is working order. There are some superficial scratches to the metalwork as to be expected of an item of this age and use, but the overall cosmetic state is good.The shade has, importantly, retained a good shape. Most likely, the base would originally have had a plastic cover, but this one does not have one.

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Vintage Belgian Multi-Lingual Dark Green and Opaline Glass Condiment Set

Jon Nix — Sun, 02 Oct 2022 20:17:11 +0000

A very attractive little condiment set of salt, pepper and mustard pots, with a couple of unusual features. First, is the opaline / milk glass bottle bodies which form a high-contrast pairing with the dark green plastic screw tops. Second, is the labelling of the bottles which is not just in one or two languages, but rather in four - there are English, French, German and Dutch labels on each of these! Accompanying this multi-lingual wording is a banded floral design in dark green with plenty of scrolls and flourishes to complete the unusual look.

The salt and pepper pots are approximately 11cm (4¼ in.) in height with a base diameter of 4.5cm (1¾ in.), whilst the mustard pot is slightly taller at 11.5cm (4½ in.) with a base diameter of 7.5cm (3 in.). All three are in excellent condition, with no chips or cracks and very little signs of wear and age. The pepper dispenser has some slight discoloration to the plastic from past use.

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Heavy Vintage Rounded Square Glass Bowl with Smoked Mustard-Orange Gradient

Jon Nix — Mon, 05 Sep 2022 13:41:19 +0000

Weighing in at almost 900g this rounded square bowl is a solidly sculpted piece of glass and certainly an eye-catching piece, possibly from Murano, but this cannot be confirmed with absolute certainty. With its very thick rounded rim in clear glass and its graduated colour which appears almost solid at the base, it interacts with light in very interesting ways. From some angles there's a mustard-like tone to the colour, from other angles it's more of a deep orange-brown, and then again, dark brown hues almost a black tone, takes precedent in the refracted colours. Measuring approximately 18cm (7 in.) square at the rim, and approximately 7.5 cm (3 in.) in height, it makes much more of a statement than its dimensions suggest.

The bowl is in generally good condition. There are some minor grazes and surface scratches throughout but no chips or cracks and there's nothing that immediately catches the eye in a detrimental way. A little stunner, albeit a chunky one!

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Vintage Wooden Cutlery Drawer Tray with Original Paper Liners

Jon Nix — Mon, 17 Aug 2020 09:18:43 +0000

A wooden cutlery tray in genuine vintage condition with its original paper liners, which are flower-patterned in mustard, yellow and cream - very firmly from the 1960s! The tray has four compartments of varying sizes, carry handles, and is ready for use, either for cutlery or for other storage or organisation purposes.

The tray measures approximately 35 cm by 25 cm by 6 cm (13½ in. by 10 in. by 2½ in.).

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Antique Leuchars & Son Leather Case with refreshed mustard lining

Jon Nix — Fri, 21 Feb 2020 01:37:39 +0000

This is one of those items about which it would be wonderful to know more. Who owned it? Was it specially made for them? Where has it travelled to? What we do know is that the owner of the case had the initials "M.W.", that it was handcrafted with quality materials, and made by Leuchars & Son. (later taken over by the esteemed Asprey house) sometime in the early part of the 20th Century or latter part of the 19th Century. Certainly it was made when Leuchars & Son had premises in Piccadilly, London and in Paris, because it is stamped to that effect in the lid. What we also know is that originally it had something resembling a grooming kit layout or at least it was something designed to carry implements or objects both small and large. The interior previously had a blue fabric lining, long since departed. What remains is a relatively large, unusually-shaped case finished in leather and pig skin (it is believed) and which is ready for a new life somewhere. Doing what, is left to the buyer, but it would certainly be a useful storage box for any number of things and an interesting one at that!

The case is structurally quite sound, although it should be borne in mind just how old this is, so casually throwing it around is not recommended. The lining has been replaced with a modern bright mustard yellow (almost gold, but not quite) which should prove to be hard wearing enough and provides a contemporary flourish to the otherwise black casing. The lock does not come with a key, but the catch does operate enough to keep the lid in place. Finally, the handle has been repaired using remnants of the original interior in order to retain as much originality as possible.

The case measures approcximately 29cm in length (11½ in.) with a depth of 11cm (4¼ in.) and a height of 7.5cm (3 in.). Internally the measurements are approximately 27cm (10¾ in.) by 9.5cm (3¾ in.) by 6cm (2¼ in.)

Offers are invited on this special and genuinely unique item.

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French Arcopal Volcan Casserole / Serving Dish in Opaline Glass

Jon Nix — Fri, 28 Jun 2019 13:18:56 +0000

A superb vintage piece made in France by Arcopal, part of their distinctive but increasingly uncommon Volcan range, this large oval dish is heavy and toughened, reminiscent of Pyrex glassware. In a striking marbled orange, mustard and caramel brown with a textured finish this dish is not only a very useful kitchen or dining item but it also would make a fabulous decorative piece in its own right.

The dish measures 32cm by 24cm by 6cm (12½in by 9½in by 2½in) and is in excellent condition.

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Vintage Small Square Japanese-Style Mirror

Jon Nix — Thu, 27 Sep 2018 15:41:29 +0000

An unusual small square mirror in black and mustard yellow tones with a Japanese style and theme - a circular design inside the square with a lady, fan and tree. In good vintage condition with just a couple of minor scratches to the front of the mirror which doesn't severely affect its use or its good looks. The rear of the mirror is plain black with a small hanging fixture.

The mirror measures 20cm (8 in.) square and is approximately 5mm (¼ in.) deep, not including the hanging fixture.

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Converted Mustard and Chrome Wall Lamp by Prova (made in Italy)

Jon Nix — Mon, 16 Jul 2018 22:41:08 +0000

Dating from the 1960s or 1970s, this uncompromisingly styled mustard and chrome wall lamp made in Italy by Prova has been given a new lease of life as a desk lamp, courtesy of a lightly oiled English Chestnut base which provides a solid foundation for the lamp whilst also complementing the look. We have to say that we consider the rear of the lamp to be quite exceptionally good design-wise and we love how it looks when illuminated: a contender for rear of the year, surely!?

The lamp is in good used condition bar some minor bubbling to the metal casing and the odd minimal scrape here and there. The adjusting screws and fixings are sound and the cabling and bulb holder are good. The original small plastic screw for the cable grip is missing, but this does not affect the operation of the lamp in any way - the cable is nonetheless securely gripped by a chromed washer.

In summary, a rather unusual lamp given a unique treatment - we can almost certainly guarantee that there isn't a desk anywhere else with a lamp like this on it.

Please note: this lamp will be shipped without a bulb, but the holder takes a standard bayonet fit.

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Large Mustard and Cream Textured Vase by Scheurich, West Germany (520-28)

Jon Nix — Fri, 06 Jul 2018 15:23:27 +0000

A magnificent large textured mustard and cream vase by Scheurich of West Germany, design no. 520-28 (stamped to the base). The dark mustard ground is decorated with a textured cream/white zig-zag pattern, and this, along with the shape of the vase, gives the vase great retro appeal.

The vase is 28cm (11in.) in height with a base diameter of 9cm (3½in.). Overall, the condition of the vase is excellent, though there is a patch of wear on the inside near the rim which should be noted, even if it is not immediately apparent.

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French Arcopal Volcan Casserole / Serving Dish in Opaline Glass

Jon Nix — Fri, 23 Feb 2018 12:37:44 +0000

A superb vintage piece made in France by Arcopal, part of their distinctive but increasingly uncommon Volcan range, this large oval dish is heavy and toughened, reminiscent of Pyrex glassware. In a striking marbled orange, mustard and brown with a textured finish this dish is not only a very useful kitchen or dining item but it also would make a fabulous decorative piece in its own right.

The dish measures 27cm by 21cm by 5cm (10½in by 8¼in by 2in) and is in excellent condition.

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