Curating History: Fine Antiques & Unique Vintage Finds
Carefully selected pieces, sourced from across the UK, with clear descriptions and detailed condition reports.
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A collection of 5x Austin Motor Company automobilia maintenance and parts handbooks. Pre loved and used in a garage or workshop environment, so showing signs of use. Automobilia refers to collectible items related to classic and vintage cars, including memorabilia like enamel signs, vintage car badges, model vehicles, petrol pumps, brochures, and more. These pieces capture the history and culture of motoring, making them perfect for mechanics, enthusiasts and collectors alike.
5x including:
Austin Ten List of Spare Parts 70 pages
Austin Twelve Handbook 63 pages
Austin Ten-Four Handbook 67 pages
Austin A30 “Seven” Running and Maintenance Instructions 46 pages
Austin Series III Trucks Running and Maintenance Instructions 88 pages
Height 21 cm
Width 14 cm
Circa 20th century.
A vintage mid century two tier solid brass coal mine pit head model. Featuring a pit head with winding wheel, miner with wagon on rails, safety lamp, pick axe and shovel and a pit pony pulling a wagon on the upper tier. The wagons contain actual pieces of coal. Refinished black lacquered mahogany display stands. Wonderful piece of mining memorabilia.
Height 40.5 cm
Width 32.5 cm
Depth 12 cm
Circa 1970s.
If you would like to know more about the Mid Century period, then check out or blog →Revealing the Mid Century Modern Design Movement.
A vintage May 1938 Austin 10 handbook — Publication No. 1660 — produced and published by The Austin Motor Company Ltd, Longbridge, Birmingham, offering original factory specifications, detailed period maintenance guidance and authentic contemporary operating instructions for owners and mechanics. A wonderful piece of historic ephemera.
Height 21.5 cm
Width 14 cm
Pages 64
Circa May 1938.
A wonderful vintage bentwood dry grain storage cannister with original lid. Handcrafted from bentwood, likely elm, this measure features original steel reinforcement bands that have stood the test of time. These types of storage cannisters were essential tools in general stores and markets and were used to safely store portions of dry goods. They typically came in five sizes—1 quart, 2 quart, 4 quart, 1 peck (8 quarts), and 1/2 bushel (16 quarts).
This particular cannister is believed to have been commonly used for grains and seeds like peas and is not only a desirable collectible for those with an interest in commercial history but also serves as a charming decorative item. Its rich history and rustic appeal make it an ideal addition to any collection, for dry storage or as a unique, character-filled plant pot.
Height 24 cm
Diameter 22 cm
Circa early 20th century.
An original and unrestored pair of Victorian era cast iron glue pots or succulents planters made by Archibald Kenrick & Sons, a company founded in 1873 in West Bromwich, England. Archibald Kendrick & Sons became well-known for producing various metal goods, including cast iron products like glue pots, as well as domestic and industrial metalwares. These charming pieces are perfect for displaying small plants or vibrant succulents, such as various species of cacti. The authentic antique patination on the cast iron shows off the rich history of these pots, complemented by intriguing remnants of the original glue still present in their bases.
Overall height excluding handles 7 cm
Large pot height 6.75 cm
Large pot diameter 6.5 cm
Small pot height 5.5 cm
Small pot diameter 6 cm
Circa late 19th century.
For sale, a cast iron cobblers industrial shoe last. Marked AJK 5 D. Wonderful antique cast iron patination. The form has been worn smooth with years of industrial use. Would make a perfect doorstop, desktop paperweight or decorative display item.
Length 25 cm
Weight approx. 4 kg
Circa early 20th century.
Own a piece of history with this one-of-a-kind artisan made vintage steam train model. Meticulously crafted by skilled craftsmen, this unique piece is constructed from antique bobbins and pins rescued from historic weaving mills across the Pennine region in Northern England. These materials have been carefully repurposed to create a stunning model that not only captures the essence of early industrial craftsmanship but also tells the story of the region's rich textile heritage. The Pennine mills, once the heartbeat of the British textile industry, were renowned for their production of wool, cotton, and other fabrics during the Industrial Revolution. The mills employed thousands of workers and played a pivotal role in shaping the economy and culture of Northern England. This vintage steam train model is more than just a decorative item; it is a tangible connection to the past, embodying the ingenuity and resourcefulness of a bygone era. Each piece of the model reflects the history of the Pennine mills, making it a perfect addition to any collection or a thoughtful gift for history enthusiasts and model train collectors alike. Bring a touch of industrial heritage into your home with this extraordinary steam train model, where the past and present converge in timeless craftsmanship.
Length 23 cm
Height 13 cm
Width 10 cm
Circa mid 20th century.
For sale, an ornamental solid brass Welsh miner and coal cart, overlooked by a brass pit head winch. The display is set on a restored painted, ebonised, wooden base. A wonderful piece of decorative Welsh mining memorabilia.
Height 28 cm
Width 33 cm
Depth 13 cm
Circa 20th century.
For sale, a vintage Burkhardt Weber Gruppe, two metre folding ruler. German made. Fully extends to two metres in length. Excellent addition to your workshop or studio. The company was founded in 1888 by Louis Burkhardt and Johannes Weber and initially limited its range of products to stick guns, sewing machines and simple drills, and later to custom-made circular saws and multi-directional special machines. After around 70% of the buildings on the factory premises were destroyed by the Second World War and the occupation banned the manufacture of machines, production had to be rebuilt. In the 1950s, Burkhardt Weber was one of the most innovative machine tool manufacturers in Germany.
Folded length 24 cm
Fully extended 2 m
Circa mid 20th century.
A vintage, handmade hardwood push-along model steam train — a charming collectible and decorative piece featuring fully revolving wheels for authentic, smooth movement and finely crafted, period-correct details that evoke a strong sense of nostalgia and timeless charm.
Height 15.5 cm
Length 20 cm
Width 7.5 cm
Circa mid 20th century.
For sale, a unique wooden table lamp, upcycled from a vintage carpenters oak block plane. Cloth cable with in-line switch. Antique brass bulb fitting, see photos. Perfect table-top lamp for a man cave or similar. Protective felt pads on base. Vintage wood has a fantastic original patination.
Height 18 cm excluding bulb
Width 7 cm
Length 45 cm
Maximum 60W bayonet bulb, not included.
Circa early 20th century.
For sale, a unique vintage table lamp upcycled from a vintage carpenters Oak block plane. Cloth cable with inline switch. Antique brass bulb fitting, see photos. Perfect table top lamp for a man cave or similar. Protective felt pads on base. Vintage wood has a fantastic original patination. Does NOT include light bulb shown in photo.
Height 18 cm excluding bulb
Width 8 cm
Length 56 cm
Maximum 60W bayonet bulb, not supplied.
Circa early 20th century.
For sale, a unique vintage table lamp upcycled from a carpenters Oak block plane. New cloth cable with in-line switch. Antique brass bulb fitting, see photos. Perfect table top lamp for a man cave or similar. Protective felt pads on base. Vintage wood has a fantastic original patination.
Height 14 cm excluding bulb
Width 7 cm
Length 43 cm
Maximum 60W bayonet bulb (not supplied)
Circa mid 20th century.
For sale, a unique table lamp upcycled from a vintage carpenters Oak block plane. Cloth cable with inline switch. Antique brass bulb fitting, see photos. Perfect table top lamp for a man cave or similar. Protective felt pads on base. Vintage wood has a fantastic original patination.
Height 17 cm excluding bulb
Width 7 cm
Length 43 cm
Maximum 60W bayonet bulb, not supplied.
Circa 20th century.
For sale, a unique table lamp upcycled from a vintage carpenters oak block plane. New cloth cable with in-line switch. Antique style brass bulb fitting, see photos. Maximum 60W bayonet bulb, not supplied. Perfect table top lamp for a man cave or similar. Protective felt pads on base. Vintage wood has a fantastic original patination.
Height 18 cm excluding bulb
Width 7 cm
Length 43 cm
Circa early 20th century.
For sale, a collection of genuine and original vintage printing letterpress blocks x53. Mainly wood blocks with plastic designs, some metal blocks. Various corporate, logos and municipal designs from circa the 1970/80s. Includes old wooden shed built box to store them, NO lid. Some interesting and attractive images.
Box Height 5.5 cm
Box width 28.5 cm
Box depth 24 cm
Late 20th century.
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