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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Antique 19th century brass helmet coal scuttle or kindling basket, notable for its attractive patina that radiates age, warmth and a rich sense of history. This highly functional scuttle features a hinged and riveted folding handle for secure carrying, adding both practical ease and an extra touch of aesthetic appeal to this characterful, well‑preserved collectible. Ideal as a decorative display piece or a usable hearth accessory, it combines authentic period charm with enduring utility.
Height 24 cm
Width 26 cm
Depth 31 cm excluding handle
Circa 19th century.
Stock Number: AC02577
If you would like to learn more about the Arts and Crafts movement, check out our blog →An introduction to the Arts and Crafts Movement.
A heavy-weight antique 19th century copper jam pan, preserves pan, fruit bowl or saucepan. Double handed copper riveted carry handles. A pan of this type would have been used in jam or preserves making, for dairy creaming or pickling. The Pan is in remarkably good condition for its age and has a charming antique patina. Would make a wonderful display piece for flowers or for use as a table centrepiece, kindling basket or stunning fruit bowl.
Rim diameter 33 cm
Pan height 10.5 cm
Diameter including handles 45 cm
Weight 2.4 kg
Circa 19th century.
An antique 19th century brass helmet coal scuttle or kindling basket, notable for its attractive polished patina that radiates age, warmth and history. This remarkable piece features hinged and riveted folding handles, adding both functionality and aesthetic appeal to this characterful collectible.
Height 25.5 cm
Width 27 cm
Depth 31 cm
Circa 19th century.
Stock Number: AC02570
If you would like to learn more about the Arts and Crafts movement, check out our blog⃗→ An introduction to the Arts and Crafts Movement.
An antique early 20th century solid brass French jam pot, planter or kindling basket. It features a sturdy rivet fixed wrought steel handle, which adds both functionality and style. With a little care, the exterior could be polished back to achieve a striking bright brass finish, showcasing its potential. This elegant item would look fantastic as a unique interior or exterior garden planter, a tasteful addition to any patio or conservatory or even as a decorative kindling and log basket to complement your rustic décor.
Pot height excluding handle 12 cm
Pot height including handle 26 cm
Diameter 23 cm
Circa early 20th century.
An attractive vintage brass companion set, featuring four essential fireplace tools. This set includes a sturdy stand, along with tongs, a brush, a pan and a poker, all crafted from brass with steel rod inserts for added strength. The tools are both functional and elegantly designed, adding a touch of vintage charm to any hearth. With its warm, polished brass finish and classic style, this companion set not only serves as a practical addition to your fireplace and hearth but also enhances the aesthetic appeal of your home. Perfect for those who appreciate vintage décor, this set combines utility with timeless elegance.
Overall height 40 cm
Base diameter 11 cm
Tool length 32 cm
Circa mid 20th century.
For sale, an attractive antique country cottage hardwood four piece companion set. Includes barley twist stand with steel tongs, brush, pan and poker. Remnants of copper gilding. Decorative Mayflower sailing ship design on tools. Protective green felt applied to base.
Overall height 48 cm
Base diameter 15 cm
Approx. tool length 35 cm
Circa early 20th century.
An antique 19th-century brass coal scuttle or kindling basket, notable for its attractive polished patina that radiates age, warmth and a sense of history. This Arts and Crafts period scuttle features sturdy hinged and riveted carry handles, combining practical functionality with decorative appeal to enhance its character as a usable collectible, perfect for display by a hearth or as a distinctive storage accent in a period interior.
Height 25 cm
Width 27 cm
Depth 33 cm
Circa 19th century.
Stock Number: AC02547
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A stunning antique Dutch copper and brass coal scuttle, a piece rich in history and craftsmanship. This elegant kindling bucket features intricate lion's head embellishments and charming Delft blue porcelain handles, showcasing the timeless beauty of traditional design. Though it bears no maker's mark, it is believed to date from the late 19th or early 20th century, reflecting its authentic antique origins.
This versatile scuttle isn't just for storing coal or kindling - it would also make a stunning planter or jardinière, adding a touch of rustic elegance to any space. Whether displayed in a fireplace setting or used as a decorative accent, this piece is sure to stand out in any home decor. Its unique blend of copper, brass, and porcelain creates a striking visual appeal, making it a must-have for collectors and anyone looking to add a touch of antique European charm to their home.
Height 28 cm
Width 24 cm
Depth 28 cm
Circa 19th century.
For sale, an antique Victorian solid brass jam pot, pan or planter with wrought steel folding handle. Perfect as a functional item or as an interior/exterior garden planter.
Pot height 10 cm
Diameter 20 cm
Circa early 20th century.
For sale, a solid brass antique jam pot, pan or planter. Unusual and highly attractive black patina finish to exterior of pot, see photos. Nice and bright, clean brass interior. Wrought steel fixed handle with copper rivets. Copper rivets to handle, see photo. Perfect as a functional item or as an interior/exterior garden planter.
Pot height (excluding handle) 10 cm
Pot height including handle 18 cm
Diameter 18 cm
Base diameter 14 cm
Circa early 20th century.
For sale, a distressed antique early 20th century solid brass jam pot or planter. Old polished and clean interior, see photo. Fixed wrought steel handle. The exterior could be polished back to a bright brass finish. Would look fantastic as an interior or exterior garden, patio, conservatory planter or kindling and log basket.
Pot height excluding handle 11 cm
Pot height including handle 26 cm
Diameter 21.5 cm
Circa early 20th century.
For sale, a solid brass antique jam pot or planter with folding brass handle. Would look fantastic as a garden, patio or conservatory planter. Perfect as a small kindling or fireside log basket.
Pot height 10 cm
Diameter 20 cm
Circa early 20th century.
For sale, a fully functional traditional design vintage brass plated and wrought steel fireside companion set. Stable and in good working order. Attractive stand and four matching tools including a brush, shovel, poker and tongs. Including everything you need to keep your fire stoked, poked and roaring; you can even sweep away the soot on the hearth using the shovel and brush. This item is an essential and decorative accessory for any open fire. Perfect for adding style and practicality to any fireside space.
Overall stand height 47 cm
Individual tool height 39 cm
Circa late 20th century.
For sale, a decorative repousse Art Nouveau fire hood with floral front panel design. Art Nouveau is often characterised by its use of a long sinuous and beautiful organic lines. This stunning example has an original patina to the repoussé brass and stylised flowers design. This salvaged brass fire hood is perfect to incorporate into a modern interior to add the romance and sublime design of the Art Nouveau period.
Height 26 cm
Width 45 cm
Depth 11 cm
Circa Art Nouveau period 1880 -1910.
If you would like to learn more about Art Nouveau, check out our video - ‘What Is Art Nouveau’ or read the blog - ‘An Introduction to the Sublime Beauty of Art Nouveau‘.
Discover the elegance of Japanese craftsmanship with this large antique polished bronze jardiniere, planter or hibachi heating vessel. Featuring intricate decorative landscape panels, this stunning piece is a true testament to traditional Japanese design. Originally used as a hibachi, a classic fire bowl, this vessel was crafted to hold burning charcoal, radiating warmth in a beautifully understated way. While primarily used for heating, it also served as a centrepiece for boiling tea or later, light cooking. Perfect for collectors or those who appreciate unique, functional art, this versatile piece will add a touch of historical charm to any space.
Height 25.5 cm
Overall width including handles 37 cm
Exterior diameter 29 cm
Internal diameter 25 cm
Circa 19th century.
For sale is an attractive vintage brass companion set, featuring four essential fireplace tools. This set includes a sturdy stand along with tongs, a brush, a pan, and a poker, all crafted from brass. The tools are both functional and elegantly designed, adding a touch of vintage charm to any hearth. With its warm, polished brass finish and classic style, this companion set not only serves as a practical addition to your fireplace and hearth but also enhances the aesthetic appeal of your home. Perfect for those who appreciate vintage decor, this set combines utility with timeless elegance.
Overall height 51.5 cm
Base diameter 13 cm
Circa mid 20th century.
For sale an attractive vintage brass companion set featuring a galleon ship design. Includes stand with cast iron weight in base, brush, pan and poker.
Overall height 38.5 cm
Base diameter 12 cm
Circa mid 20th century.
For sale, an antique solid brass antique artisan made jam pot, pan or planter. with wrought steel folding handle. Would look fantastic as a garden, patio or conservatory planter. Perfect as a functional item and as an interior or exterior garden planter.
Pot height 12 cm
Diameter 26 cm
Circa early 20th century.
For sale, a pair of 19th century English, brass and cast iron fire dogs or andirons, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1880. Appealing antique pair of fireside tool rests. Displaying classical overtones and a desirable aged patina. Rich golden tones contrast pleasingly against the consistent graphite finish of the cast iron bases. Brass rests in the form of baluster pillars beneath ring turned finials. Raised on twin pedestal cast iron plinths. Would also make excellent doorstops. Brass rests bolted to cast iron bases. Solid and stable construction.
Overall height 16.5 cm
Width 18 cm
Depth 6 cm
Circa 19th century.
For sale, a pair of elegant antique 19th century cast brass fire dogs. Solid and stable construction. Attractive and decorative design.
Overall height 19 cm
Width 21 cm
Depth 11.5 cm
Circa 19th century.
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