WW1 Bruce Bairnsfather 8.25” Commemorative Dish Depicting a Cooking Cartoon and the words THE HISTORICAL TOUCH – “WELL ALFRED OW ARE THE CAKES?”

Here on offer is a large WW1 Bruce Bairnsfather 9” commemorative dish depicting a cooking cartoon and the words THE HISTORICAL TOUCH – “WELL ALFRED OW ARE THE CAKES?”

Captain Charles Bruce Bairnsfather was a prominent British humourist and cartoonist. His best-known cartoon character is Old Bill. Bill and his pals Bert and Alf featured in Bairnsfather's "Fragments from France" c...  read more

Code: 52027

Large WW1 Bruce Bairnsfather 9” Commemorative Dish Depicting a Juggling Grenades Cartoon and the words “KEEPING HIS HAND IN?”

Here on offer is a large WW1 Bruce Bairnsfather 9” commemorative dish depicting a juggling grenades cartoon and the words “KEEPING HIS HAND IN?”.

Captain Charles Bruce Bairnsfather was a prominent British humourist and cartoonist. His best-known cartoon character is Old Bill. Bill and his pals Bert and Alf featured in Bairnsfather's "Fragments from France" cartoons published wee...  read more

Code: 52026

Antique Mid 18th Century 'Chinoiserie' Delftware Plate Depicting a Bird and Flowers c1750

Here on offer is an antique mid 18th century 'Chinoiserie' blue and white painted tin-glazed delftware plate.

It depicts an oriental pheasant type bird sitting on a fence with a floral border.

There is no makers mark, which is common with such early pieces, but it is most likely Liverpool delftware, circa 1750.

Unfortunately, is has an old crack r...  read more

Code: 52025

Pre WW2 Gilt Metal Swastika Token “FOR TWO YEARS OF GOOD LUCK - GOOD LUCK” c1930

Here on offer is a gilt metal Swastika token or jeton, with the inscription “FOR TWO YEARS OF GOOD LUCK - GOOD LUCK”, circa 1930.

A Swastika jeton, which is a token bearing a swastika symbol, was used as a symbol of good luck and prosperity in the Western world before and during the early 20th century. These tokens were popular decorative items for various crafts, advertising, an...  read more

Code: 52024

Unusual Antique English 1879 Hallmarked Silver Cross Potent Pendant by George Unite

Here on offer is a really rare antique English 1879 hallmarked silver Cross Potent pendant, by the highly regarded silversmith, George Unite of Birmingham, England.

I really can’t believe this pendant was made nearly 150 years ago! The style is so plain and sharp it looks to be a modern made piece and can easily be worn today.

A Cross Potent, is also known as a cru...  read more

Code: 52010

WW1 Bruce Bairnsfather 6” Commemorative Plate/Plaque Depicting “Old Bill” and the words “WHEN THE ‘ELL IS IT GOIN' TO BE STRAWBERRY?”

Here on offer is a WW1 Bruce Bairnsfather 6” commemorative plate/plaque depicting “Old Bill” and the words “WHEN THE ‘ELL IS IT GOIN' TO BE STRAWBERRY?”.

Captain Charles Bruce Bairnsfather was a prominent British humourist and cartoonist. His best-known cartoon character is Old Bill. Bill and his pals Bert and Alf featured in Bairnsfather's "Fragments from France" cartoons publis...  read more

Code: 52021

Rare Antique Hand Carved Wooden Native Indian Chief Pipe Rack c1900

The carved heads themselves are very detailed and depict the style of the classic Native Indian Chief, as often seen on large carved cigar store advertising figures of that period.

I can only find similar examples of Indian Chief head pipes, but no pipe racks, making this a very rare and highly collectable piece of early Native Indian art.

The pipe rack is in great...  read more

Code: 51556

Stunning Antique Victorian Mahogany Striped Wooden Page-Turner with Hallmarked Silver Fittings 1893

Here on offer is a beautiful example of an antique Victorian hard wood page-turner with hallmarked silver fittings dating to 1893.

The page turner measures an impressive 17.75” long and is shaped in the form of a long wooden knife with tapering blade edge.

The wood appears to be a hard African “tiger striped” mahogany and has a stunning pattern.

The ...  read more

Code: 50844

Rare Antique Victorian or Edwardian 15ct Gold Swastika Pendant set with an Amethyst Stone

Here on offer is rare antique Victorian or Edwardian, 15ct gold Swastika pendant set in the center with a diamond cut amethyst stone.

The swastika is an ancient symbol of good luck and prosperity in many cultures, particularly in Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism, where it is used on homes, religious items, and as a charm to attract good fortune.

Obviously in the ea...  read more

Code: 51961

WW2 Butterscotch Bakelite Sweetheart Pendant set with a Photo of a Soldier

Here on offer is a fine example of a WW2 butterscotch coloured Bakelite sweetheart pendant, inset with a sepia photo of a soldier in uniform.

The square shaped Bakelite pendant has a beautifully patterned butterscotch marbled finish and is in excellent undamaged condition. It has a hole in the top that has a suspension ring fitted through it.

The front has a small ...  read more

Code: 52020