This early Victorian rare gothic church oil lamp sconce from around 1860/70 exudes a sense of historical charm and elegance. With its antique design, Victorian style, and intricate detailing, this sconce adds a touch of nostalgia and sophistication to any room. Perfect for those who appreciate unique and classic lighting fixtures that can bring a sense of old-world charm to their home or space.
This is a superb rare set of 6 antique doilies/dressing table mats comprising of one large oval mat and five smaller round mats. The beadwork is incorporated into a fine cotton/linen crochet doily. The previous owner advises that these were appraised by Eric Knowles at an antiques valuation day and he suggested they may be Georgian or early Victorian. In fabulous condition for age with no obvious damage to the beadwork and no major staining only gentle signs of soiling from years of dust. As with all vintage linens please expect there may be other more minor signs of wear and the odd missing bead/broken thread. The large doily measures approx. 18″ x 15″ and the smaller ones approx.
A VERY EARLY VICTORIAN SQUARE FRAMED SCREW MICROMETER WITH BREUGET FINE ADJUSTMENT 0-20 ON THE BARREL O-100 ON THE ADJUSTER BY C SHEFF MAY? ESSLINGEN POSSIBLY GERMAN BY CARL MAHR CIRCA 1861- 1900 ALL SEEMS TO BE WORKING 3 5/8 LONG IF THERE’S ANYTHING THAT YOU WANT IN PARTICULAR PLEASE ASK I MAY HAVE WHAT YOUR’E AFTER DISPATCH IS THREE DAYS BUT MOST OFTEN EARLIER PLEASE READ SERIOUSLY NOT A JOKE I WAS TOLD LAST YEAR THAT I DID HAVE A FEW STROKES IN JULY AMAZINGLY FOR ME NO OBVIOUS DAMAGE AND I STILL DONT KNOW WHY!
Very rare antique early English Victorian (pre 1850s) glazed Jackfield Pottery “Black Ware”ceramic teapot (approximately 9/23cm). In very good condition without any chips or cracks and minor crazing commensurate with age. This teapot is unusual in shape and colour and has been hand decorated and beautifully gold gilded. Around 175 years old. Beautiful signs of aging. Generally in exceptional condition. Please browse all 12 photographs attached for size and condition as they are self explanatory. Jackfield pottery marks are often minimal or absent on classic pieces, relying more on distinctive features like rich, glossy black glaze, reddish earthenware, gilding/enamel, and specific shapes (like three-footed items); marks, when present, are usually late Victorian or later, including factory names like Maw & Co. Or registration numbers (like Rd117962), as the original 18th-century production from Shropshire was largely unmarked. Key Identifying Features (Unmarked Pieces). Color & Glaze were usually deep, lustrous, almost metallic black glaze, sometimes with hints of purple or red. The body terracotta or reddish earthenware, appearing pale or buff in later periods and decoration faded oil gilding, cold enamels (pale blue/white), or slip designs (floral/foliate). Early items often have three feet or press molded. Unglazed or clear-glazed bases are common. Most authentic early Jackfield ware c. Later Victorian or revival pieces might bear factory names like Maw & Co. Many Staffordshire potters (like Thomas Whieldon) also made “Jackfield-type” ware. The original Jackfield, Shropshire, production peaked in the mid-18th century; later items are often “Jackfield-type” or revivals. Jackfield pottery, originating in Jackfield, Shropshire, England, from the 1713 founding by Richard Thursfield, is famous for its lustrous, highly vitrified black earthenware decorated with oil-gilded flowers and figures, mirroring Japanese lacquerware. While the original pottery thrived in the mid-18th century, the style saw revivals, with later production shifting heavily towards high-quality decorative tiles by companies like Craven Dunnill and Maw & Co, making Jackfield a significant center for tiles, including those used in famous buildings and the London Underground, with some production continuing today. Key Periods & Characteristics. The iconic black-glazed earthenware (Jackfield Ware) was made by the Thursfield family, sometimes featuring Jacobite inscriptions and oil-gilding. Potters like Thomas Whieldon in Staffordshire also made similar “Jackfield-type” wares, often with redder clay. Victorian Era (19th Century). Production expanded significantly into tiles, becoming a major global supplier of decorative tiles, including encaustic tiles. 20th Century & Beyond. The manufacturing, including Art Nouveau and Art Deco styles, continued until the 1970s, with specialist production for conservation and restoration (like for the Houses of Parliament) occurring even today. The village of Jackfield became a significant industrial hub for ceramics, supported by local clays, coal, and river transport on the River Severn. The history is preserved at the Jackfield Museum, part of the Ironbridge Gorge Museums in the UK.
Gorgeous RARE Victorian Crushed Glass trinket tray. Mahogany & banded inlaid frame. Leather trim on the back around the edge to prevent scratching on surface. Some slight discolouration in places (see Photo’s) but nothing detrimental. Dates to about C1820/1840.
This is a genuine antique bar tool used in hotels, clubs and restaurants of the era to pierce champagne corks and draw sparkling wine in a controlled way – and it’s a serious collector’s piece today. The tool features its original turned hardwood handle, a beautifully engineered steel frame clearly stamped “HOLBORN CHAMPAGNE SCREW”, and the classic brass tap assembly with curved spout. These earlier Holborn tap corkscrews are well documented in corkscrew reference works including Ellis & Small and the ICCA archives. The frame also bears the Victorian Registered Design diamond lozenge, introduced in 1842 and discontinued in 1883. This mark alone is the hallmark of an authentic early champagne tap and securely dates this example to the late Victorian period. Please note: the small brass operating lever for the tap valve is missing, a common loss on these early examples. The handle, frame, worm and tap body remain intact and original. Still presents beautifully for display or collection. Why This Piece Is CollectableHolborn champagne taps are widely collected and rarely appear in genuine Victorian formThe RD lozenge locks it into a narrow production window approx. A fantastic example of authentic Victorian barware – perfect for collectors of antique corkscrews, champagne taps, wine tools, and early hospitality equipment.
Extremely unusual antique portrait of a late Georgian or early Victorian lady appears to be a print on stone in period frame. Weighs around 3kg frame 11.5 inches tall 10 inches wide 1.25 inches thick I can’t find another.
From my parent’s estate. They collected antiques including unusual pieces and silver. This particular piece is an early Victorian Hand Mirror 4 1/2″ long and 1 7/8″ wide. I do not know what kind of metal it is – looks like pewter to me but it is not indicated in their notes. A cameo medallion bust of the Roman god Mercury (god of commerce and financial gain, also Roman messenger god) is on the back side of the mirror with ornate and delicate handle. You can see that the mirror has a flaw in it (streaks and a mark inside the glass – see photos) but you can still see your face in it. Also see bottom of the handle. I don’t have much more information other than what was left in their notes. It really is a nice piece – 44.6g of metal and mirror, and a charming conversation piece. I can imagine a Victorian lady having this in her purse to check on her appearance at a ball or spy on someone behind her….. The detail in the cameo is quite good. I have done nothing to clean it. This piece is very nice and should be loved and displayed.
Up for sale is a Rare Vintage Antique pair of Early Victorian Silver Hand Craved Lava Putti Cufflinks. They measure approx: 1″ x 7/8″ and are 3-dimensional. Very good antique condition with the note that one link has a carving flaw, the nose of one Putti. It was chipped in carving for the nostril is complete but just flattened. Please view all photos, inclding close-ups, for they are part of the description.
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