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A BEAUTIFUL ARTS & CRAFTS CANDLE LANTERN - This beautiful copper candle lantern is in very good condition, with all parts intact as can be seen from the image. The pierced patterns are typical of the Arts & Crafts age and this candle lantern is a very rare example of the work of this movement. ca 1910. It measures 10" x 4.5". More images here 1 /’ 2 / 3 /

Price $315.00

J.C. VICKERY WWII NAVAL ATTACHE CASE WITH CANVAS COVER - This beautiful attaché case is in very good condition indeed, as it has been protected within its original canvas protective cover. The case is in blue grained leather and is monogrammed. The locks work perfectly and the inside of the case is a little soiled as can be seen from the image, but has its original cloth lining. One scuff mark on front. The case measures 20" x 14" x 7" and was made by one of the finest of all luggage firms, obviously at great expense, by J.C. Vickery of Regent Street, London. More images here 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6 / .

Price $265.00

1860 Very Rare Antique Clay Figurine from India - This very rare clay figure hails from India and dates to ca1870. Considering its fragility it is in very good condition with most of its clothing intact bar one legging. The figure measures 10" in height and looks as if it has been dressed with real hair. The figure was purchased in Cork, Ireland from a military family whose relatives had served in the Raj in the Victorian era. A very rare item. More images here 1 / 2 / 3 / 4

Price $375.00

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A VERY RARE ORIGINAL 1940'S DIE CAST MODEL OF THEBOEING P26 'PEASHOOTER' - This beautiful model of the US Boeing P 26 aeroplane is in very good condition. Dating to the 1930's or early 1940's the model has all its original paint virtually intact, though it lacks its propeller. The model measures 12" across its wingspan and is very uncommon, so we are not taking offers on this item.You may read about the history of this aeroplane here: http://www.aviastar.org/air/usa/boeing_p-26.php The images say it all! More images here 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 /

Price $395.00

A LARGE GEORGIAN IRISH GILT PICTURE FRAME - This large, heavy picture frame dates to ca 1780 and was purchased in Ireland. It's overall size is 35.5" x 40.5". Rebate size is 25.5" x 30.5". It has had been regilded with gold leaf (not paint!). This is a stunning frame and is very impressive in real life. It is also extremely heavy and will require special treatment in shipping, so please check the shipping costs. A museum quality frame. Please do not hesitate to contact us for further information. More images here 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5