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It shows signs of age, wear, and tear and comes in the original \"as is\" condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHang it in the lounge as a talking piece, in the hallway to brighten up any space, or in a dark lit room to create a mood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Vladimir Tretchikoff\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVladimir Tretchikoff, often called \"The King of Kitsch,\" was a Russian-born artist known for his vibrant, exotic portraits and dramatic use of colour.  Tretchikoff's bold, stylised portraits, including \"Balinese Girl\", celebrate cultural diversity and remain beloved for their nostalgic charm and enduring appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis most iconic work, \"Chinese Girl\" (popularly known as \"The Green Lady\"), became one of the most reproduced artworks in history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis work has been used in fashion, interior design, and pop culture, reinforcing his influence beyond traditional art circles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReferences:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca class=\"flex h-[22px] items-center rounded-xl px-2 text-[0.5em] !font-medium uppercase bg-[#f4f4f4] !text-token-text-secondary hover:bg-token-text-primary hover:!text-token-main-surface-secondary dark:bg-token-main-surface-secondary dark:hover:bg-token-text-primary group relative top-[-0.094rem]\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/popmotif.com\/products\/balinese-girl-tretchikoff-art-print?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"truncate\"\u003ePopMotif\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative inline-flex items-center\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"flex h-[22px] items-center rounded-xl px-2 text-[0.5em] !font-medium uppercase bg-[#f4f4f4] !text-token-text-secondary hover:bg-token-text-primary hover:!text-token-main-surface-secondary dark:bg-token-main-surface-secondary dark:hover:bg-token-text-primary group relative top-[-0.094rem]\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Chinese_Girl?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"truncate\"\u003eWikipedia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vladimir Tretchikoff","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44720986554537,"sku":"","price":510.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2622\/5321\/files\/Balinese-Girl_-Vintage-Art-Print-Tretchikoff-Vladimir-Tretchikoff-Vintage-Wall-Art-42350481.webp?v=1736476128"},{"product_id":"retro-butterly-storage-container-seet","title":"Retro British Plastic Butterly Storage Container Set","description":"\u003cp\u003eGorgeous retro container set various sizes. 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Own a piece of history and add \u003c\/span\u003ea touch of sophistication to your home decor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: 1090mm (H) x 1035mm (W) x 510mm (D)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antique Furniture","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44803315171497,"sku":null,"price":3039.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2622\/5321\/files\/IMG-1855.png?v=1777628636"},{"product_id":"mid-century-modern-lamp-with-ceramic-base","title":"Mid-Century Lamp with Ceramic Base","description":"\u003cp\u003eExpertly crafted with a sleek ceramic base and framed in wood, this Mid Century Modern Lamp adds a touch of elegance to any room. 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Made by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eHolmegaard\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e of Denmark\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.  With original brand sticker on it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHolmegaard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHolmegaard, established in 1825, is Denmark's oldest glassworks, renowned for its exquisite art glass vases that blend traditional craftsmanship with modern design. Over the years, Holmegaard has collaborated with prominent designers, resulting in a diverse range of iconic vases.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollectibility and Value\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHolmegaard art glass vases are highly sought after by collectors worldwide. Their value depends on factors such as designer, production period, rarity, and condition. For instance, vintage pieces from the Carnaby series or Gulvvase by Otto Brauer are particularly prized. Collectors often seek these items through reputable dealers and online marketplaces. \u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ebay.co.uk\/b\/bn_16568732?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"flex h-[22px] items-center rounded-xl px-2 text-[0.5em] !font-medium uppercase bg-[#f4f4f4] !text-token-text-secondary hover:bg-token-text-primary hover:!text-token-main-surface-secondary dark:bg-token-main-surface-secondary dark:hover:bg-token-text-primary relative top-[-0.094rem]\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"truncate\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare and Maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo preserve the beauty and value of Holmegaard art glass vases:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCleaning\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hand wash with mild detergent and lukewarm water; avoid abrasive materials that could scratch the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay\u003c\/strong\u003e: Keep away from direct sunlight to prevent colour fading and avoid areas with significant temperature fluctuations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandling\u003c\/strong\u003e: Handle with care to prevent chips or cracks, supporting the base when moving the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHolmegaard's art glass vases continue to be celebrated for their timeless design and exceptional craftsmanship, making them cherished additions to any collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HolmeGaard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44806318653609,"sku":null,"price":303.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2622\/5321\/files\/holmegaard-art-glass-vasevintage-pottery-ceramicsindustry-vintage-294491.png?v=1730645150"},{"product_id":"holme-gaard-art-glass-vase-1","title":"Holmegaard Green Art Glass Vase","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a beautiful Holmegaard Green and Opal White glass vase, made by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eHolmegaard\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e of Denmark.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHolmegaard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHolmegaard, established in 1825, is Denmark's oldest glassworks, renowned for its exquisite art glass vases that blend traditional craftsmanship with modern design. 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The vase’s authenticity and condition, [add condition details here], enhance its value as a piece of Murano art glass history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd this elegant, mid-century Murano art glass vase to your collection—a rare investment in timeless Italian craftsmanship. Perfect for collectors and lovers of fine art glass.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eA Brief History of Murano Glass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eThe cluster of islands known as Murano emerges from the Venetian lagoon, a vast expanse of water whose surface reflects every shift in light. Since the thirteenth century, glassmakers have observed these shimmering waters outside their workshops, a vision reflected in the art that has made Murano, and its glass masters, world-famous.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eGlassblowers came to be located on Murano for two reasons. The first was to minimize fire risk in Venice. The great number of glass-firing ovens—which regularly reached some 1500 degrees Celsius—produced beautiful glass objects but also initiated fires in the city. The fire hazard must have become onerous because by the 1270s, city officials had begun to transfer glass workshops from the center of Venice to Murano, a process completed by 1291. The second reason to relocate glassmakers to Murano was probably political. Trade secrets of Murano glassmaking were already being leaked across Europe during the Middle Ages, and sequestering glassmakers on Murano allowed the Republic to control glass production and exportation, ensuring that these secrets remained in Venice. Glassmakers faced steep fines or even imprisonment if they traveled outside the Republic, though interestingly, glassmakers from Dalmatia, Bohemia, and elsewhere were occasionally authorized to work on Murano. 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The vase’s authenticity and condition, [add condition details here], enhance its value as a piece of Murano art glass history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd this elegant, mid-century Murano art glass vase to your collection—a rare investment in timeless Italian craftsmanship. Perfect for collectors and lovers of fine art glass.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eA Brief History of Murano Glass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eThe cluster of islands known as Murano emerges from the Venetian lagoon, a vast expanse of water whose surface reflects every shift in light. Since the thirteenth century, glassmakers have observed these shimmering waters outside their workshops, a vision reflected in the art that has made Murano, and its glass masters, world-famous.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eGlassblowers came to be located on Murano for two reasons. The first was to minimize fire risk in Venice. The great number of glass-firing ovens—which regularly reached some 1500 degrees Celsius—produced beautiful glass objects but also initiated fires in the city. The fire hazard must have become onerous because by the 1270s, city officials had begun to transfer glass workshops from the center of Venice to Murano, a process completed by 1291. The second reason to relocate glassmakers to Murano was probably political. Trade secrets of Murano glassmaking were already being leaked across Europe during the Middle Ages, and sequestering glassmakers on Murano allowed the Republic to control glass production and exportation, ensuring that these secrets remained in Venice. Glassmakers faced steep fines or even imprisonment if they traveled outside the Republic, though interestingly, glassmakers from Dalmatia, Bohemia, and elsewhere were occasionally authorized to work on Murano. 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Trade secrets of Murano glassmaking were already being leaked across Europe during the Middle Ages, and sequestering glassmakers on Murano allowed the Republic to control glass production and exportation, ensuring that these secrets remained in Venice. Glassmakers faced steep fines or even imprisonment if they traveled outside the Republic, though interestingly, glassmakers from Dalmatia, Bohemia, and elsewhere were occasionally authorized to work on Murano. 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His creations were notably featured at Gump's, a San Francisco, California luxury department store. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eEstablished in 1861, Gump's was celebrated for offering high-quality art and home furnishings. Collaborations with artists like Edward Star allowed Gump's to provide exclusive art pieces to its clientele. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStar's enamel works, often signed and labelled \"Edwards Star Original for Gump's San Francisco,\" were particularly sought after. These items typically feature abstract designs with a mix of transparent and opaque enamels, creating ethereal effects. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, Edward Star's enamel pieces are considered valuable collectibles, appreciated for their artistic merit and historical significance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are frequently found in vintage art markets and online platforms, often commanding premium prices due to their craftsmanship and association with Gump's. 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Trade secrets of Murano glassmaking were already being leaked across Europe during the Middle Ages, and sequestering glassmakers on Murano allowed the Republic to control glass production and exportation, ensuring that these secrets remained in Venice. Glassmakers faced steep fines or even imprisonment if they traveled outside the Republic, though interestingly, glassmakers from Dalmatia, Bohemia, and elsewhere were occasionally authorized to work on Murano. 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font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eKillarney \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHaberdashery Cabinets:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe name \"Killarney\"  has a historical association with the term \"Killarney \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e Ware\" - a distinct style of mid 19th-century Irish woodenware originating from Killarney and the Gap of Dunloe in County Kerry. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBy the early 20th century, traditional Killarney ware production had largely ceased, though some artisans continued to create pieces inspired by the original designs, these were often limited in number and lacked the distinctive quality of earlier works. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile there is no clear connection between this specific style and period, it continues the name and retains \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ehistorical interest \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eas a staple in traditional sewing and haberdashery shops, used to neatly organise threads, buttons, and fabric accessories.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Killarney","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44880597581993,"sku":null,"price":613.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2622\/5321\/files\/6A557F3C-A9E6-4E94-AFD0-3E77FB29EA3F.png?v=1777623943"},{"product_id":"ludwig-mies-van-der-rohe-brno-chair","title":"Brno Chair by Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe Brno","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Brno Chair is a stunning example of modernist 1920's-30's design, characterised by its sleek and functional aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts cantilevered frame, crafted from polished tubular steel, gives the chair a light, floating appearance, while ensuring robust support. The frame eliminates traditional back legs, creating a clean and open profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe seat and backrest are generously upholstered, providing comfort without compromising the chair's streamlined design. Its proportions are thoughtfully balanced, blending ergonomics with visual simplicity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe chair’s minimalist silhouette and refined materials make it a timeless addition to contemporary and mid-century interiors alike. Whether used as a dining chair, in an office, or as a standalone accent, the Brno Chair commands attention with its understated elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned in 1929 for Knoll, the Bronco Air is a modernist cantilever chair designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Lilly Reich from 1929 to 1930 for the bedroom of the Tugendhat House in Brno, Czech Republic. The design was based on similar chairs created by Mies van der Rohe working with Lilly Reich, such as the MR20 chair with wicker seat from 1927, all building on earlier designs of Mart Stam.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44881189732521,"sku":null,"price":921.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2622\/5321\/files\/1E9008FC-9DFE-4A95-8683-F6F1B56FD524.png?v=1777623838"},{"product_id":"te-toki-liquor-bottle","title":"Ti Toki Liquor Bottle","description":"\u003cp\u003eA Ti-Toki Liqueur Bottle (empty!)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in New Zealand.  Incised 1,008A to base. This bottle originally held Ti-Toki Liqueur, a spirit made from native tītoki berries, produced by the Ti-Toki Company based in Swanson, Auckland. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Te-Toki Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44881505747113,"sku":null,"price":304.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2622\/5321\/files\/709DC5D8-992E-4E8B-902A-3D72B6F250C1.png?v=1777623616"},{"product_id":"crown-coloured-parrot-posy-vase","title":"Crown Lynn Coloured  Parrot Posy Vase","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur vintage Crown Lynn Parrot Posy in a coloured matt glaze. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts design \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eis both functional and aesthetically pleasing, embodying the clean lines and practical forms characteristic of Crown Lynn's domestic ware from that era.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout Crown Lynn\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrown Lynn, a cornerstone of New Zealand’s ceramic heritage, operated from 1854 to 1989. The company began with Rice Owen Clark, who produced clay pipes in Hobsonville, Auckland, during the mid-19th century. By 1929, it had expanded through a merger to form the Amalgamated Brick and Pipe Company.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 1930s–1950s were pivotal decades that solidified Crown Lynn’s reputation for combining functionality with artistry. The company's adaptability during these years laid the foundation for its later successes and enduring place in New Zealand’s cultural heritage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring the post-war years, Crown Lynn embraced a wide variety of designs, collaborating with talented artists and designers. By the 1960s, it had grown to become the largest pottery manufacturer in the Southern Hemisphere, producing millions of items annually for both domestic and international markets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough Crown Lynn ceased operations in 1989, its legacy lives on through its celebrated designs, recognised as quintessential examples of New Zealand’s mid-20th-century industrial and cultural artistry. Today, Crown Lynn pottery is treasured by collectors for its unique combination of utility and aesthetic appeal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eUseful Links\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tepapa.govt.nz\/discover-collections\/read-watch-play\/crown-lynn-pottery-kiwi-icon\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrown Lynn pottery: A Kiwi icon | Te Papa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.crownlynn.kiwi\/\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrown Lynn - Online Collection Library\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crown Lynn","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45023179178153,"sku":null,"price":365.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2622\/5321\/files\/1F5325B1-F501-440D-8AC4-62AAA8571212.png?v=1777630365"},{"product_id":"wmf-art-nouveau-vases-circa-1900","title":"WMF Art Nouveau Vases circa 1900","description":"\u003cp\u003eW M F Pair of Art Nouveau Silver Plate Vases with 3 sides circa 1900. All 3 sides have stylised flowers flowing up. An original and a stunning pair of art nouveau original period vases from one of the best metal works factories of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eOne vase has a Harp-Playing Maiden.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eThe other vase has a raised young lady playing a flute.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eUnfortunately the original glass liner is missing, which is quite common for these items, but otherwise in perfect condition. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eMARKED ON THE BOTTOM ARE WMF B 1\/0 ox. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eDimensions: approx 18cm height x 9.5cm base. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThis price is for a pair of vases. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eWMF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWMF was originally called Metallwarenfabrik Straub \u0026amp; Schweizer and was opened as a metal repairing workshop. Through mergers and acquisitions, by 1900 they were the world’s largest producer and exporter of household metalware, mainly in the Jugendstil, or Art Nouveau style, designed in the WMF Art Studio under Albert Mayer, sculptor and designer, who was director from 1884 to 1914.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wmf","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45189977440425,"sku":null,"price":895.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2622\/5321\/files\/92B8D162-D5E5-4FF4-9B9E-03CCCFCABFE9.png?v=1777622755"},{"product_id":"spanish-countryside-by-john-cunningham","title":"Midcentury Art Spanish Countryside by John Cunningham","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis Midcentury Art is called Spanish Countryside, an original painting by John Cunningham.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThroughout his painting career he concentrated mainly on the genres of landscape, seascape and still life.  He worked over many years internationally, in France, Spain, Italy and Ireland, returning to favoured locations, but the greatest number of his landscapes and seascapes are of the West Coast of Scotland, especially on the Ardnamurchan peninsula, on the most westerly point of mainland Scotland and on the island of Colonsay. The still lifes were painted in his elegant and unique Studio home in Glasgow, at Charing Cross.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIt comes framed and the dimensions including the frame are:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e50cm wide x 45cm height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe frame is showing some fade and typical wear, otherwise this painting is in excellent condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"more-margin\"\u003eJohn Cunningham RGI (1926-1998)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"more-margin\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eIn his lifetime he was a highly acclaimed and respected artist and since his death in 1998 his reputation has continued to grow. Art historians now see him in a direct line of tradition that stretches beyond the exuberant, strong and precisely balanced work of the Scottish Colourists to the immediate engagement with Scotland’s nature, scene and ethos one finds in the world of William McTaggart at the end of the nineteenth century. But nothing about his paintings is nostalgic or retrospective; they are rather instantaneously engaging and enlarging of vision and appetite for Scotland’s characteristic landscapes, seascapes and the poised, attentive qualities of the still lifes - the particular pleasures of linen, furniture, crockery, fruit and wine.\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vision of his paintings was an expression of the man.  John Cunningham was a large, charismatic character who loved life abundantly and whose paintings reflected his joy and passion for colour, displaying bold, confident brush-strokes along with subtle sensitivity. His landscapes and seascapes were all painted outdoors with only a few minor touches to be added in the studio. This gives his work a wonderful freshness and vitality with the immediacy of the moment captured. By going to the places, soaking up the vision and perspectives of the people who lived in those places, and painting the vision with a professional attention to its subtleties and variations, he produced a unique body of work. His landscapes are typified by a sense of connection to the earth itself, an honesty about the places depicted – nothing is sentimentalized or diminished – and a lavish generosity of engagement with colour, tone, shade and light. No one since McTaggart has been so attentive to nature’s constant restlessness in clouds, waves and wind, in grass and branches. He loved the justice of nature, its hard truths. He lived by them and knew their rightness and respected them.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlthough he can be seen in a major tradition in Scottish art, he is nevertheless a painter whose approach was uniquely his own. Any work by John Cunningham is immediately identifiable at a glance and from a distance, and the spark of spontaneity and vitality in the execution is never lost in the final painting.  They are permanent components of it and form values that distinguish all his work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSource: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.panterandhallarchive.com\/artist\/john-cunningham-rgi-1926-1998\/sold\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.panterandhallarchive.com\/artist\/john-cunningham-rgi-1926-1998\/sold\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"John Cunningham","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45274178748585,"sku":null,"price":3500.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2622\/5321\/files\/EA14A191-F33C-4887-BAE0-3530E9494722.png?v=1777600977"},{"product_id":"montmatre-apartment-by-mcchlery","title":"Midcentury Art Montmatre Apartment by McChlery","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis Midcentury art is named Montmatre Apartment.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWhat a rare find to have an original Midcentury art painting by McChlery, painted in 1948!  As shown in a letter by his daughter in one of the photos, this work of art was a typical subject back in the day but his paintings were rarely found outside the circle of family and friends.  The letter further states that McChlery was a disabled artist who lived in the post war era, travelling to France for the occasional romantic getaway with his wife.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe painting is framed and ready to hang.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePainting in excellent condition, frame has some wear and tear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eApprox 56cm wide x 46cm height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"text-primary header-title h2\"\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pg-43-2\" class=\"panel-grid panel-no-style\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"pgc-43-2-0\" class=\"panel-grid-cell\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"panel-43-2-0-1\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_text\" data-index=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"panel-widget-style panel-widget-style-for-43-2-0-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"textwidget\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"text-primary header-title h2\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"header-title-tag h4 artist_disciplines\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e","brand":"McChlery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45287589183657,"sku":null,"price":875.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2622\/5321\/files\/IMG-0513.heic?v=1777598188"},{"product_id":"arabia-ruska-finnish-coffee-jug","title":"Arabia Ruska Finnish Coffee Jug","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis beautiful Arabia Ruska coffee jug is in excellent condition.  It is being sold as an individual piece but if you are interested in the set, including coffee mugs, saucers, milk jug and sugar bowl, please get in touch with us.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eArabia Ruska Finnish Pottery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eArabia Ruska (autumn colours in Finnish) was designed in the 1960's, it was the first of the S-model series made in glazed stoneware. It was also the longest in production, and was made until the year 2000. Because of the long production period the stamps on the bottom of Ruska products vary a lot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIn the 1950s, oven and flameproof materials were developed by the Arabia laboratory. They were used by Ulla Procopé (1921-1988) in her rustic Ruska series, which became almost synonymous with Finnish pottery. The series was made of heavy stone mass that was so popular in the sixties.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eRuska was in many ways a groundbreaking design from Ulla Procopé in the 1960’s. It’s oven-to-table capability, durability in daily use, and it’s rustic and earthy look define this extremely popular series.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eRuska’s rugged surface, similar to Japanese Raku pottery, was created with an unusual decorating method: powdered iron was applied to a matte glazing, giving each piece a slightly unique artisanal and smoky look.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-description html-snippet fr-view\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arabia Finnland","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45403907686569,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2622\/5321\/files\/9C62A285-3B59-4AF3-B4F8-3038733FA04D.png?v=1777620821"},{"product_id":"murano-art-glass","title":"Murano Sommerso Vase by Flavio Poli","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eA small vintage faceted Murano glass vase, in burgundy, hint of yellow and transparent glass.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eIn excellent condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe photos reflect the surrounding colours too, however photo 1 closely resembles the actual colours.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe design is by Flavio Poli, and it was produced in the 60s in Italy. It is made with the Sommerso technique and has a geometric faceted block shape. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eSommerso Range\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eUniversally regarded as one of the most prolific and capable designers of Murano glass vases and objects at large, Flavio Poli teamed up with some of the most influential and skilled glass producers of Murano to create timeless design pieces.Amongst all his works, those that gained him the most fame are without doubt the “Sommersi”, a style that was quickly imitated by other makers and is still very popular to these days. They are vases, ashtrays, paperweights characterised by the juxtaposition of vibrant colours in contrasting tones that generate a beautiful overall aspect: the original collection earned him the Golden Compass, the most important award for italian designers, in 1954.designed by Flavio Poli for Alessandro Mandruzzato (Murano, Italy, 1960s).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Flavio Poli, iconic Murano glass artist\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnique\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Sommerso – layered glass for rich color depth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShape\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Organic, sculptural curves with flowing edges\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEra\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Mid-20th century, a classic of mid-century modern design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCraftsmanship\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Hand-blown by Murano artisans, making each piece unique\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy It’s Highly Collectible:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePoli’s use of bold colors and the organic form make this vase a standout example of Italian mid-century glass. The vase’s authenticity and condition, [add condition details here], enhance its value as a piece of Murano art glass history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd this elegant, mid-century Murano art glass vase to your collection—a rare investment in timeless Italian craftsmanship. Perfect for collectors and lovers of fine art glass.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eA Brief History of Murano Glass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eThe cluster of islands known as Murano emerges from the Venetian lagoon, a vast expanse of water whose surface reflects every shift in light. Since the thirteenth century, glassmakers have observed these shimmering waters outside their workshops, a vision reflected in the art that has made Murano, and its glass masters, world-famous.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eGlassblowers came to be located on Murano for two reasons. The first was to minimize fire risk in Venice. The great number of glass-firing ovens—which regularly reached some 1500 degrees Celsius—produced beautiful glass objects but also initiated fires in the city. The fire hazard must have become onerous because by the 1270s, city officials had begun to transfer glass workshops from the center of Venice to Murano, a process completed by 1291. The second reason to relocate glassmakers to Murano was probably political. Trade secrets of Murano glassmaking were already being leaked across Europe during the Middle Ages, and sequestering glassmakers on Murano allowed the Republic to control glass production and exportation, ensuring that these secrets remained in Venice. Glassmakers faced steep fines or even imprisonment if they traveled outside the Republic, though interestingly, glassmakers from Dalmatia, Bohemia, and elsewhere were occasionally authorized to work on Murano. Until the sixteenth century, Murano glassmakers held a monopoly on European glassmaking, and their stunning creations brought them renown across the world.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Murano","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45403927216297,"sku":null,"price":490.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2622\/5321\/files\/46226151-0CDF-4DFE-87BB-8F8251DAD741.png?v=1777620778"},{"product_id":"crown-lynn-wall-vase","title":"Crown Lynn Wall Vase 109","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautiful Crown Lynn Wall Vase 109 with beautiful leaves at the bottom of the vase, softly climbing in an upwards flow.  Elegant and minimalist design to add to your collection! Crown Lynn 109 stamp to base.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are some little marks as shown in the photos, no cracks, no chips. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 210mm (H), 180mm (W) x 60mm (D) widest point\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout Crown Lynn\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrown Lynn, a cornerstone of New Zealand’s ceramic heritage, operated from 1854 to 1989. The company began with Rice Owen Clark, who produced clay pipes in Hobsonville, Auckland, during the mid-19th century. By 1929, it had expanded through a merger to form the Amalgamated Brick and Pipe Company.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 1930s–1950s were pivotal decades that solidified Crown Lynn’s reputation for combining functionality with artistry. The company's adaptability during these years laid the foundation for its later successes and enduring place in New Zealand’s cultural heritage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring the post-war years, Crown Lynn embraced a wide variety of designs, collaborating with talented artists and designers. By the 1960s, it had grown to become the largest pottery manufacturer in the Southern Hemisphere, producing millions of items annually for both domestic and international markets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough Crown Lynn ceased operations in 1989, its legacy lives on through its celebrated designs, recognised as quintessential examples of New Zealand’s mid-20th-century industrial and cultural artistry. Today, Crown Lynn pottery is treasured by collectors for its unique combination of utility and aesthetic appeal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReferences\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tepapa.govt.nz\/discover-collections\/read-watch-play\/crown-lynn-pottery-kiwi-icon\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrown Lynn pottery: A Kiwi icon | Te Papa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.crownlynn.kiwi\/\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrown Lynn - Online Collection Library\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crown Lynn","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452407996585,"sku":null,"price":475.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2622\/5321\/files\/4D24F02E-D385-4F77-8711-20CF0AE0A965.png?v=1777620402"},{"product_id":"vintage-sylvac-white-koala-1390","title":"Vintage SylvaC White Koala 1390","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis cute vintage and rare SylvaC White Koala Bear sits on a green log.  Stamped 1390 and ‘Made In England’, this rare piece is as vibrant and in great condition for its time, circa 1930’s if not earlier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: 120mm (H) x 100mm (W) x 50mm (D)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSylvaC Pottery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSylvaC (with a deliberate capital C at the end) is a brand of British ornamental pottery characterised primarily by figurines of animals and Toby Jugs. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe company was founded in 1894 by William Copestake and William Shaw. They gave their names to the fledgling company - Shaw and Copestake. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCentral to the SylvaC line throughout its history were figurines of animals, and rabbits in particular. Dogs were also popular and virtually every breed ended-up being characterised in pottery. Many variations of Toby Jugs were produced, including 'character' versions which celebrated events or tied into product advertising.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSource: Roundabout Antiques\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFurther Historical Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eEarthenware manufacturer at the Drury Works (later called the Slyvan Works), Longton, Stoke-on-Trent, England\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe business was founded in 1894, at the Drury Works, Normacot Road, by William Shaw and his uncle William Copestake. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWilliam Copestake retired after four years and Mr. Richard Hull became William Shaw's partner in the business. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eRichard Hull's son - also named Richard Hull - joined the business in 1924. Following his father's death in 1935 Richard Hall (jnr) became a partner in the business. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIn 1936 the business became incorporated as a Limited company and Richard Hall (jnr) became joint managing Director. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIn 1938 the directors of Shaw \u0026amp; Copestake acquired the company 'Thomas Lawrance' and the name was changed to  Thomas Lawrance (Longton) Limited of the Falcon Pottery, Waterloo Street, Longton.   \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe name \"SylvaC\" seems to have been registered by Shaw \u0026amp; Copestake in 1938\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\"The Sylvan Works were founded in 1894 by William Shaw and his uncle William Copestake. The latter retired after only four years and in his place William Shaw was joined by Richard Hull, the father of Richard Hull of the Falcon Pottery, who had then recently returned from a sojourn in Canada. Richard Hull junior (of the Falcon Pottery) succeeded to his father's place as a partner in the Sylvan works when the latter died in 1935, and in the succeeding year, when the firm became a limited company, William Shaw became its Managing Director. For six years it was under his direction before he retired, whereupon he was succeeded by Richard Hull and was joined on the Board by Eric J. Dennis of the Falcon. Thus the connection of the two firms was already established\" 1956 book 'British Potters and Pottery Today'\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\"Still closer relationship resulted however when, in the War years, the Ministry of Supply took over the Sylvan Works, for the business was transferred to the Falcon Pottery [under the Wartime Concentration Scheme]. This war-time amalgamation proved so satisfactory that it was decided, in 1945, to continue the arrangement on the sales side, while each continued to cater for its own particular market for earthenware 'Fancies'.\" 1956 book 'British Potters and Pottery Today'\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIn 1957, to accompodate both businesses, a new factory was built in Normacot Road, Longton, on land opposite the old Shaw and Copestake factory.  At this time around 140 people were employed.  \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eAt this time around 140 people were employed.  \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eAt the new premises,  the output of the two businesses gradually merged and in 1962 the Thomas Lawrance business was folded into that of Shaw \u0026amp; Copestake.  Use of the Falcon Mark of Thomas Lawrence was ceased in 1964. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eFollowing the voluntary liquidation of Shaw and Copestake in 1982 the factory and contents were bought by the North Midlands Co-Operative Society and from there they leased it to a workers co-operative society called Longton Ceramics. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SlyvaC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452544737449,"sku":null,"price":216.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2622\/5321\/files\/IMG-0666.jpg?v=1777620193"},{"product_id":"barolac-czech-glass-roses-vase","title":"Barolac Czech Glass Roses Vase","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhat a stunning piece of glass and design and heavy too at 1.7kg! This opalescent Roses Vase is attributed to the 1930’s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: 1750mm (H) x 240mm (Diameter)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBarolac\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eBarolac glass was produced in CzechoSlovakia at the Inwald glassworks during the 1930's for export primarily to England. The name \"Barolac\" and the crossed J's trademark were registered in the UK by John Jenkins and Sons Ltd, glass importers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eBarolac glass comes in different colours, the most striking being the opalescent. 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The company's name originates from the surnames of its founders, Kostkull and Staël von Honstein. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eKosta Boda is known for innovative designs, and popular collections include Limelight, Line, and Friendship. The company produces a range of items from functional glassware to decorative art pieces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kosta Boda Swedish Glass","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45452732694697,"sku":null,"price":149.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2622\/5321\/files\/828AFBD0-B2B7-49EE-B5B6-F979D75ED790.png?v=1777619981"},{"product_id":"royal-doulton-hn3316-amy-figure-of-the-year-by-peter-gee-1991-ltd-ed","title":"Royal Doulton HN3316 “Amy” Figure of the Year by Peter Gee 1991 LTD. ED.","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis hand made Royal Doulton England of the Figure of the Year, “Amy” is in excellent condition.  Graceful, elegant and enduring, a simply charming work of art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoyal Doulton produced a Figurine of the Year every year dating as far back as 1820 but more recently, as part of embracing new market trends, their focus is now mainly on tableware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: 220mm (H) x 145mm (W) x 125mm (D)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eRoyal Doulton\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eOne of England's most iconic brands, Royal Doulton, is famous worldwide for luxury and elegant tableware, coupled with precision and artistry in collectables and giftware. Throughout history, Royal Doulton has been famed for the production of fine and everyday dinnerware, plates, bowls, cups and dishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eJohn Doulton, along with his son Henry, established the world's first stoneware factory, producing pipes, which went on to become England's top manufacturer of sanitary ware.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eExpansion soon followed, with the launch of Lambeth Studio, using local designers and artists, they experimented with a variety of materials and glazes to produce highly desirable ornamental ware.  Since its inception in 1815 as Doulton \u0026amp; Watts, this company has been a leading English china manufacturer. From 1853 to 1902 the manufacturer traded as Doulton \u0026amp; Co, when Royal Doulton was born following a royal warrant being granted, signifying the companies prestige and allowing it to create royal pieces such as memorabilia and its serveware to be preferred in royal households.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eIn 1877 Henry Doulton purchased a Nile Street Factory in Burslem, Stoke-on-Trent and within five years the company had revolutionised the industry and were producing the most exquisite bone china tableware. In 1901 Doulton's was awarded the Royal Warrant by the new king, Edward VII. In honour, the company adopted a new logo, the British Lion and a new name – ‘Royal Doulton’.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eInnovation was vital to the continued success of Royal Doulton; whether it be cutlery, lady figurines introduced in 1913 or Bunnykins in 1934, they managed to stay ahead with an inspirational design team, pioneered by legendary figures like Charles Noke and John Slater. The latter of which steered the creative direction of the company by allowing his designers complete expressive freedom in whichever form of ceramics they wished to pursue. By the 1960's Royal Doulton was a powerhouse, shipping tableware worldwide, in a wide array of materials and styles, commanding awe and respect from customers and competitors alike.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eIn the 1970's the company was involved in many mergers to create the Royal Doulton Group, including the acquisitions of Royal Albert, Minton and Royal Crown Derby. Royal Doulton china sets were not only a part of this companies expertise, with this famous British brand having a stake in the creation of many architectural masterpieces, such as fountains, churches and both public and private buildings. The Royal Doulton name has operated under the supervision of Fiskars since being purchased in 2015, 200 years after its humble beginnings. Fiskars, a Finnish pottery manufacturer established in 1649, has kept the traditions of Royal Doulton alive, and their combined masterwork china sets share a bright future and distinguished heritage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eSource: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.chinasearch.co.uk\/royal-doulton\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.chinasearch.co.uk\/royal-doulton\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Royal Doulton","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45493478424745,"sku":null,"price":169.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2622\/5321\/files\/IMG-0714.jpg?v=1777619577"},{"product_id":"royal-doulton-family-figurine-in-black-basalt-hn2721","title":"Royal Doulton 'Family' Figurine in Black Basalt HN2721","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Royal Doulton Black Basalt figurine of “Family” is exquisite and radiates a flow of love of Family. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: 300mm (H) x 120mm (W) x 105mm (D)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eRoyal Doulton\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eOne of England's most iconic brands, Royal Doulton, is famous worldwide for luxury and elegant tableware, coupled with precision and artistry in collectables and giftware. Throughout history, Royal Doulton has been famed for the production of fine and everyday dinnerware, plates, bowls, cups and dishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eJohn Doulton, along with his son Henry, established the world's first stoneware factory, producing pipes, which went on to become England's top manufacturer of sanitary ware.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eExpansion soon followed, with the launch of Lambeth Studio, using local designers and artists, they experimented with a variety of materials and glazes to produce highly desirable ornamental ware.  Since its inception in 1815 as Doulton \u0026amp; Watts, this company has been a leading English china manufacturer. From 1853 to 1902 the manufacturer traded as Doulton \u0026amp; Co, when Royal Doulton was born following a royal warrant being granted, signifying the companies prestige and allowing it to create royal pieces such as memorabilia and its serveware to be preferred in royal households.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eIn 1877 Henry Doulton purchased a Nile Street Factory in Burslem, Stoke-on-Trent and within five years the company had revolutionised the industry and were producing the most exquisite bone china tableware. In 1901 Doulton's was awarded the Royal Warrant by the new king, Edward VII. In honour, the company adopted a new logo, the British Lion and a new name – ‘Royal Doulton’.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eInnovation was vital to the continued success of Royal Doulton; whether it be cutlery, lady figurines introduced in 1913 or Bunnykins in 1934, they managed to stay ahead with an inspirational design team, pioneered by legendary figures like Charles Noke and John Slater. The latter of which steered the creative direction of the company by allowing his designers complete expressive freedom in whichever form of ceramics they wished to pursue. By the 1960's Royal Doulton was a powerhouse, shipping tableware worldwide, in a wide array of materials and styles, commanding awe and respect from customers and competitors alike.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eIn the 1970's the company was involved in many mergers to create the Royal Doulton Group, including the acquisitions of Royal Albert, Minton and Royal Crown Derby. Royal Doulton china sets were not only a part of this companies expertise, with this famous British brand having a stake in the creation of many architectural masterpieces, such as fountains, churches and both public and private buildings. The Royal Doulton name has operated under the supervision of Fiskars since being purchased in 2015, 200 years after its humble beginnings. Fiskars, a Finnish pottery manufacturer established in 1649, has kept the traditions of Royal Doulton alive, and their combined masterwork china sets share a bright future and distinguished heritage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eSource: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.chinasearch.co.uk\/royal-doulton\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.chinasearch.co.uk\/royal-doulton\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Royal Doulton","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45493542748329,"sku":null,"price":169.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2622\/5321\/files\/F8843354-7C04-4231-BBBD-B28DCD3CDF15.png?v=1777619502"},{"product_id":"royal-doulton-tenderness-figurine-in-black-basalt-hn2714","title":"Royal Doulton 'Tenderness' Figurine in Black Basalt HN2714","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Royal Doulton Black Basalt figurine of “Tenderness” is feminine, tender and graceful with surprising flows from different angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: 300mm (H) x 120mm (W) x 105mm (D)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eRoyal Doulton\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eOne of England's most iconic brands, Royal Doulton, is famous worldwide for luxury and elegant tableware, coupled with precision and artistry in collectables and giftware. Throughout history, Royal Doulton has been famed for the production of fine and everyday dinnerware, plates, bowls, cups and dishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eJohn Doulton, along with his son Henry, established the world's first stoneware factory, producing pipes, which went on to become England's top manufacturer of sanitary ware.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eExpansion soon followed, with the launch of Lambeth Studio, using local designers and artists, they experimented with a variety of materials and glazes to produce highly desirable ornamental ware.  Since its inception in 1815 as Doulton \u0026amp; Watts, this company has been a leading English china manufacturer. From 1853 to 1902 the manufacturer traded as Doulton \u0026amp; Co, when Royal Doulton was born following a royal warrant being granted, signifying the companies prestige and allowing it to create royal pieces such as memorabilia and its serveware to be preferred in royal households.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eIn 1877 Henry Doulton purchased a Nile Street Factory in Burslem, Stoke-on-Trent and within five years the company had revolutionised the industry and were producing the most exquisite bone china tableware. In 1901 Doulton's was awarded the Royal Warrant by the new king, Edward VII. In honour, the company adopted a new logo, the British Lion and a new name – ‘Royal Doulton’.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eInnovation was vital to the continued success of Royal Doulton; whether it be cutlery, lady figurines introduced in 1913 or Bunnykins in 1934, they managed to stay ahead with an inspirational design team, pioneered by legendary figures like Charles Noke and John Slater. The latter of which steered the creative direction of the company by allowing his designers complete expressive freedom in whichever form of ceramics they wished to pursue. By the 1960's Royal Doulton was a powerhouse, shipping tableware worldwide, in a wide array of materials and styles, commanding awe and respect from customers and competitors alike.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eIn the 1970's the company was involved in many mergers to create the Royal Doulton Group, including the acquisitions of Royal Albert, Minton and Royal Crown Derby. Royal Doulton china sets were not only a part of this companies expertise, with this famous British brand having a stake in the creation of many architectural masterpieces, such as fountains, churches and both public and private buildings. The Royal Doulton name has operated under the supervision of Fiskars since being purchased in 2015, 200 years after its humble beginnings. Fiskars, a Finnish pottery manufacturer established in 1649, has kept the traditions of Royal Doulton alive, and their combined masterwork china sets share a bright future and distinguished heritage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eSource: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.chinasearch.co.uk\/royal-doulton\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.chinasearch.co.uk\/royal-doulton\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Royal Doulton","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45493564604585,"sku":null,"price":149.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2622\/5321\/files\/019A487B-11C9-48E4-912C-E121A0C53753.png?v=1777619383"},{"product_id":"rare-ostrich-feather-fan","title":"Rare Ostrich Feather Fan","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eA vintage hand held Ostrich Feather Fan, attributed to the Art Deco era circa 1915 -1941.  The feathers are dyed pink and the fan handle sticks are likely made from celluloid in tortoiseshell colouring.  We are unsure of the origins of this exotic burlesque fan, but it exudes charms of the Moulin Rouge era.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThere is a handle where a ribbon would have been attached to. The fan is in good condition considering its age.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis would be ideal to use as an accessory for a 1920s themed outfit or for display.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe feathers and handle is about are about 33cm long.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vintage Ostrich Fan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45509129568425,"sku":null,"price":395.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2622\/5321\/files\/E86C6FA5-226E-4414-BDB5-CD8D7224347D.png?v=1777618902"},{"product_id":"torbay-by-lance-armstrong","title":"Torbay Magic, Acrylic on Canvas, by Lance O’Gorman","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis is an original Lance Gorman painting of a typical scene in Torbay, on the North Shore beaches of Auckland.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eThis painting is fully framed and in great condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eAcrylic on canvas, framed and signed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eDimensions: \u003cspan\u003eFramed 620mm (H) x 515mm (W) picture size 450 x330\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003eAbout Lance O'Gorman\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eLance O'Gorman is amongst a select group of living New Zealand artists who holds a well-earned place in collections worldwide. Working from a sound skill base of artistic principals, throughout a life long career as a professional artist, O'Gorman's large body of work is diverse yet recognisably his own. Generous in imparting knowledge, many aspiring artists have benefited from his tutelage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eO'Gorman's early works were traditional and impressionistic, often under-painted in soft mauve hues which have become something of a trademark. In recent years the artist has successfully developed and extended his abstract work resulting in the hugely successful Journey Series. From 2015 the atmospheric \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eMoody Blues Series\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e evolved. Paintings from this well received series were showcased in the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eMasters Exhibition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e of 2018. O'Gorman immortalises the New Zealand landscape through the hand and brush of a master artist. Now in his late seventies, O'Gorman's work resonates with energy as he continues to sees the world from a fresh prespective .\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eA member of the New Zealand, Australian and British Fellowship of Artists O'Gorman holds many awards including a Kelliher Prize. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eAustralian Artists\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e magazine named Lance O'Gorman as a favourite New Zealand artist. Publications include Northland - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eA Portrait, The Art of Lance O'Gorman\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eAuckland, City of Sails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lance O’Gorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45532513403049,"sku":null,"price":2008.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2622\/5321\/files\/0F976BFA-8FC3-4A15-A66D-C422F8EC400E.png?v=1777628035"},{"product_id":"chimney-pot-by-amalgamated-brick-and-tile","title":"Chimney Pot by Amalgamated Brick and Tile","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis chimney pot is in great condition. Literally a piece of NZ history, made in the factories of Amalgamated Brick and Tile, it has stood the test of time.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse it as an excellent sculptural feature in your garden or art piece inside your home, many stories can be told of its origins and use back in the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a very heavy piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: approx 930mm (H) x 380mm (D)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmalgamated Brick and Tile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIncorporated ca 1929, taking over a large number of works in the southern district of the North Island, it operated works at Wanganui, Carterton, and Wellington (Taranaki Street pipe works, Miramar, Melling shingle plants, and concrete pipe works). Also had premises in Auckland.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe 1929 amalgamation was the start of so much of West Auckland's heritage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e Here are some\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e historical insights from a historian who recorded the following statement:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e“I visited members of the Crum family  the other day, descendants of Albert Crum who (with Hugo Friedlander) started up the New Zealand Brick, Tile \u0026amp; Pottery at New Lynn in 1905. A prospectus was produced from 1929 -- the first for the then-new Amalgamated Brick and Pipe Company Limited. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eAmalgamated was the joining together of Glenburn in Avondale, NZ BT\u0026amp;P and Gardner's in New Lynn, and Clark's at Hobsonville. It soon gathered others up as well, such as Archibalds.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Amalgamated Brick and Tile","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45533553655977,"sku":null,"price":1493.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2622\/5321\/files\/FE4023A4-8C5F-4A4E-93DD-217418521F54.png?v=1777627873"},{"product_id":"9ct-gold-necklace","title":"9ct Gold Link Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is an elegant 9ct gold necklace with Cuban links. It measures approx 61cm long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStamped NZ375 on one side of the clasp, and MW engraved on the other side of the clasp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 16g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gold Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45593808765097,"sku":null,"price":1950.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2622\/5321\/files\/695F44AB-E8A9-4E94-9DCF-3C63CB7DB0D3.png?v=1777627556"},{"product_id":"9ct-gold-belcher-cable-necklace","title":"9ct Gold Belcher Cable Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a long and elegant 9ct Belcher Cable gold necklace. It measures approx 75.5cm long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis necklace can be worn long or doubled up, as shown in photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStamped 375 on the clasp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 8g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gold Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45593850052777,"sku":null,"price":999.5,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2622\/5321\/files\/0F9F5C22-D13F-412C-B46B-CD908EA334FD.png?v=1777627453"},{"product_id":"9ct-gold-figaro-necklace","title":"9ct Gold Figaro Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a cute 9ct gold Figaro necklace. 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DWTS is a unit of measurement known as pennyweights that was and is commonly used in the weighing of precious metals ranging from 3 to 10 for this set. The EPNS stands for electroplataveed Nickel Silver which was made popular in the second half of the 19th century and into the early 20th century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThis set includes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eMixed Vintage 42 Piece Cutlery Set\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e6 Knives Bone Handle Sheffield Stainless Steel 240mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e6 Knives Bone Handle Sheffield Stainless Steel 210mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e6 Large Silver Forks 10 DWTS just under 200mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e6 Silver Forks 8 DWTS 170mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e6 Silver Spoon 8 DWTS 180mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e6 Silver Tea-Spoons 4 DWTS 125mm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e4 Silver Salt spoons 4 DWTS 85mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e1 small silver sugar tongs 3 DWTS EPNS 110mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e1 Vintage spoon EPNS 120mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e1 oak box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e(All measurements are approximate only)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sheffield Silverware and Bone Handle","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45628719169705,"sku":null,"price":335.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2622\/5321\/files\/5DF64A29-9815-47AE-8D2D-C43EEDE825AD.png?v=1777626869"},{"product_id":"robyn-stewart-pottery","title":"Robyn Stewart Pottery","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eA beautifully crafted vessel by Robyn Stewart with a Flaxwoven cord for hanging.  This vessel is attributed to her study with Native Americans, using methods of leavening the clay with sand, coiling, burnishing and dung firing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eRobyn Stewart (1938 - 2018)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-description html-snippet fr-view\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eRobyn Stewart came to clay in the mid-70s, like many others of the time, after another career. She learned some basics from Pat Perrin and Margaret Milne knowing she was moving, with family, to a Northland farm where there was ample earthenware clay beneath the thin crust of topsoil. She wanted a creative outlet while there and it was while she was attending classes with Margaret Milne that the students were shown a film about the Native American pueblo potter, Maria Martinez, from the San Ildefonso pueblo near Santa Fe in New Mexico. In it Martinez demonstrated her re-making of traditional vessels –something that had faded in vigour due to the advent of enamelled tin pots and jars well suited for cooking and uses for ceremonial vessels reduced as the culture declined. Martinez led a revival that economically revitalised not only her own San Ildefonso Pueblo but, along with Nampeyo from the Hopi tribal group, did much to restore cultural values in several tribal areas by identifying and pioneering a route to economic independence through making pots in traditional styles. This activity generated toward Santa Fe becoming the second most valuable art market in the USA. Maria Martinez’s method of leavening the clay with sand, coiling, burnishing and dung firing (loosely covered with discarded vehicle number plates) immediately struck Robyn as a perfect methodology for her intended activities on that Northland farm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-description html-snippet fr-view\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eShe experimented and after about eighteen months of failures where improvements came frustratingly slowly she succeeded in producing some small, charming, burnished vessels with Maori designs that she continued to expand into a considerable oeuvre over the course of her lifetime of potting. She was never tempted to join the ranks of domestic ware makers – dominant at the time. Within NZ she pioneered burnished vessel forms and experimented boldly with scale, form and decoration. Early on she went to a Northland Polytech Summer School where she met Manos Nathan who had returned to his marae from the UK in response to a call from his seniors. He, a design graduate, was wanted for carving and worked at Matatina learning from Mauri Marsden. Nathan had books brought back by his father who had been with the party that went to the USA as part of the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eTe Maori\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e exhibition that toured to several main centres. The books were on traditional Southwest potting, Nampeyo and Maria Martinez. So when Robyn met Manos there was much to discuss and they subsequently worked together. Manos found the burnished surface a perfect vehicle for his carving and developed new forms in clay for Maori traditions in returning umbilical cords and afterbirths to home soil, and Urupa uses. Robyn was subsequently invited to join the first art hui that Manos set up at his marae at Matatina and from those hui the Kaihanga Uku group of clayworkers was formed (although they called themselves ‘the muddies’! Robyn was made an honorary member.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eRobyn subsequently travelled to many places to teach her ‘low tech’ method of making in clay, often returning several times to places such as Rarotonga, or Zimbabwe and other east African countries, Indonesia and India. Wherever she landed she made friends through her enthusiasm, warmth and enjoyment of her meditative processes. Her work had enormous appeal due to scale, tactility, a refined gleam of surface and the elegant simplification of design. It was interesting to hear the credit she gave, for the immaculate finish, to her jeweller’s ‘bloodstone’ – her principal tool, apart from her clever fingers. Vessels would range from a few centimetres to more than 50cm across and her work was regularly in great demand by various government departments for official gifts, for they fitted their criteria to perfection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eRobyn, always was sensitive to the troubles of others and kind and thoughtful in her responses. She has maintained a low profile in recent years due to health issues she could not overcome. Her friends will be relieved that she is no longer suffering but will miss her and mourn her passing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Robyn Stewart Pottery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45800166064297,"sku":null,"price":715.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2622\/5321\/files\/CD995457-BE84-45EA-AE0A-35D10A0E41A0.png?v=1777626557"},{"product_id":"vintage-european-enamel-house-number","title":"Vintage Enamel, Porcelain on Steel, European House Number, \nDark Blue","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis vintage house number is an enamel sign, porcelain on steel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrive along a street in countryside France and you will likely find these house numbers on the quaint little homes lining the main road.  This house number comes in a dark blue, ready to hang.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs these are vintage quality, there is some 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