{"title":"Sold Items 2026","description":"\u003cp\u003eArchive of antique and vintage items sold by Iconic Edinburgh in 2026. Find similar available pieces in our current collections.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"camel-halter-or-headdress-made-of-tan-leather-with-leather-tassels-cowrie-shells-vintage-early-20th-century","title":"Old CAMEL HALTER or Headdress. Made of Tan Leather with Leather Tassels \u0026 Cowrie Shells. 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My one has three leather horns which would sit on the top of the head - and the hanging bands are made from intricately woven and braided strips of leather, as photographed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese highly decorative trappings were worn in Eastern countries where camels are used in wedding processions and other such celebrations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVintage examples are now hard to find, especially in such fine and clean condition. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnless you have your own camel to model this fine headdress on - it is a great ethnographic display piece - and looks fabulous as a wall hanging in a Mediterranean or Morrocan interior. Fabulous decorator's item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePostage will be with Royal Mail Recorded (Medium Parcel) this will be applied to your order at the checkout. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iconic Edinburgh","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31616725188672,"sku":"Sold for £115 on Etsy. Was $150 then £110 here.","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0271\/1902\/6240\/files\/old-camel-halter-or-headdress-made-of-tan-leather-with-tassels-cowrie-shells-vintage-early-20th-century-collectable-195.webp?v=1781534831"},{"product_id":"staffordshire-figures-the-duke-and-duchess-of-cambridge-on-horseback","title":"Gorgeous \u0026 Rare Pair of Staffordshire Figures. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge on Horseback","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese must be the most adorable of Staffordshire figurines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a pair which depicts the Duke of Duchess of Cambridge out for a ride on horseback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have, the Duke facing right, he is bare-headed and in military uniform. He holds his purple plumed cocked hat in his hand which rests on the horse's mane. The Duke is paired with the Duchess \/ or Louisa Fairbrother (Mrs Fitz-George) (1816 - 1890). She married George, second Duke of Cambridge in 1840.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeorge Willaim Frederick Charles, second Duke of Cambridge (1819 - 1904), was a field-marshal and commander-in-chief of the army. He was the son of Adolphus, Duke of Cambridge, the seventh son of George III. He commanded a division in the Crimea and was present at the Alma. At Inkerman, he was \"grazed by a bullet\" and fell ill and his devoted wife rushed out to nurse him. He was promoted to field-marshal in 1862 and was commander-in-chief of the army from 1856 to 1895. He was humorously known as \"The Umbrella Duke\" on account of taking an umbrella on parade instead of a sword when the weather was bad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fine pair date to around 1854.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach figure is titled on the base to the front in gold gilt letters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey were produced in plain white and gilt - as well as this lovely coloured version. They are fabulous items to pop on each end of a fireplace in a Victorian sitting room. As you can see in my photographs, they are certainly beautifully modelled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe horses' legs are very fine - sadly, one has a hairline crack to the ankle, as photographed. There is a little craquelure of the base of one figure - but generally a lovely pair with hardly any condition issues - priced to take the hairline to the little horse leg into consideration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are genuine antique examples and not reproductions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a pair - these examples are quite rare ones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Prince of Wales is 8 1\/4 inches in height and has a width of about 6 inches. The Princess is also 8 1\/2 inches in height - and has a width of 6 1\/2 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnpacked the pair is 2 kg in weight. They will be sent to you with Parcelforce24. This will be a fully insured, tracked and signed for service. This will be applied to your order at the checkout. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease also see my similar and attractive pair of Staffordshire figures featuring the Prince and Princess of Wales on horseback.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iconic Edinburgh","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31616908722240,"sku":"Sold for £195. Reduced from £220","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0271\/1902\/6240\/files\/gorgeous-rare-pair-of-staffordshire-figures-the-duke-and-duchess-cambridge-on-horseback-figure-158.webp?v=1781649629"},{"product_id":"herbert-thomas-dicksee-1862-1942-original-etching-of-a-west-highland-terrier-or-westie","title":"Herbert Thomas DICKSEE (1862 - 1942). 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The detail is still nice and crisp and it remains a very attractive impression and is offered here at a very fair price. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt makes a very attractive pendant to hang beside my other Dicksee showing a Scottish Terrier. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is NOT a reproduction - but a slightly later re-strike which has been taken from the original copper plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is printed on good quality paper and has a pronounced platemark.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iconic Edinburgh","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31616923533376,"sku":"Sold for £90","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0271\/1902\/6240\/files\/herbert-thomas-dicksee-1862-1942-original-etching-of-a-west-highland-terrier-or-westie-british-prints-333.webp?v=1781649674"},{"product_id":"rare-norwegian-figgjo-flint-saturn-pattern-soup-or-pudding-bowls-6-3-4-inches-kirsten-dekor-range-1960s","title":"Rare Norwegian FIGGJO FLINT Saturn Pattern Soup or Pudding Bowls: 6 3\/4 inches. 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All pieces are in good vintage condition - there are no cracks or chips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePostage for one bowl would be with Royal Mail Tracked (Small Parcel). This will be applied to your order at the checkout. Postage discounts would apply if you wish more than one dish. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iconic Edinburgh","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31616942702656,"sku":"£20 x 5 sold here. Hand Delivered","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0271\/1902\/6240\/files\/rare-norwegian-figgjo-flint-saturn-pattern-soup-or-pudding-bowls-6-3-4-inches-kirsten-dekor-range-1960s-european-ceramics-399.webp?v=1781649723"},{"product_id":"vintage-danish-ditlev-keramik-pair-of-miniature-or-demi-tasse-stoneware-coffee-cups-1960s","title":"Vintage DANISH Ditlev Keramik. 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They are two-tone with a glazed grey speckled upper half - and a matt chocolate brown base section - the saucer is grey on the top and brown below. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreat for your morning expresso and of course very stylish: and now highly collectable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cup measures 1 3\/4 inches in height - the diameter of the rim is 2 1\/4 inches and from rim to handle is 3 1\/2 inches. The saucer has a diameter of just over 4 3\/4 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll pieces are in excellent condition with no damages. Just so there is no confusion - this listing is for 2 cups and 2 saucers. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI have 3 pairs available in total if you need more than these ones - select more with the down arrow box. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShipping will be with Royal Mail Tracked (Small Parcel). This will be applied to your order at the checkout. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iconic Edinburgh","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31616990380096,"sku":"Sold for £30","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0271\/1902\/6240\/files\/vintage-danish-ditlev-keramik-pair-of-miniature-or-demi-tasse-stoneware-coffee-cups-1960s-european-ceramics-107.webp?v=1781332590"},{"product_id":"three-japanese-stoneware-side-plates-each-stylised-image-of-geisha","title":"Three Vintage Stoneware Side Plates. Made in Japan. Geisha Girls","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese are a very unusual little set of vintage plates. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey date to the second half of the 20th century - and are heavy duty side plates made of thick stoneware. The plates are pale white-grey tone - and have little speckles in the glaze.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey were made in Japan - as stamped to the back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are great for serving cakes or sandwiches and are each 7 3\/4 inches in diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs you can see they have images of Japanese Geisha girls - each is different. They have no damages and are in excellent vintage condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePostage will be with Royal Mail Tracked service. This will be applied to your order at the chechout.  \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iconic Edinburgh","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31617033994304,"sku":"Sold via Etsy for £40","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0271\/1902\/6240\/files\/three-vintage-stoneware-side-plates-made-in-japan-geisha-girls-international-ceramics-540.webp?v=1785965586"},{"product_id":"contemporary-scottish-art-norman-mcbeath-original-photogravure-print-artists-proof-trees-signed-in-pencil","title":"Contemporary SCOTTISH ART. Norman McBeath, RSA. Original Photogravure print. Artist's proof. Trees. SIGNED in pencil","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a very attractive original photogravure print by the Scottish artist, Norman McBeath. It looks at all the shapes of the tree trunks in silhouette in a winter landscape. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is an unusual technique in that it consists of an original photograph by McBeath which he has transferred onto an etching plate and then inked and printed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrintmaking is an important aspect of Norman McBeath's work. He specializes in photogravures using a traditional etching press, printing limited editions on fine art paper. He has exhibited as part of exhibitions in Britain and other countries including Japan, Finland, Denmark, Romania, Canada, and the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA number of his photogravures are held in collections including those of the University of Edinburgh, Gracefield Arts Centre, the Scottish Poetry Library, and the Royal Scottish Academy in Edinburgh. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fine print is an artist's proof (annotated A\/P in pencil, bottom left) and then signed in pencil by the artist, lower right. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNorman McBeath is an artist photographer based in Edinburgh. He was well-established and he has over 50 of his portraits in the permanent collection of the National Portrait Galleries in London and Edinburgh.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe is widely exhibited with works being shown in London, Edinburgh, and New York. One of his exquisite photogravures was included in the Royal Academy Summer Exhibition in 2016.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis beautiful image of trees in a woodland again focuses on the textures and patterns made by the tree groups and the decorative effect of the scene. \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is certainly a charming work by this acclaimed Scottish printmaker and photographer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis prints are usually from a small edition of only 35 impressions - and are often smaller in scale. This little photogravure measures 9.5 x 12.5 cm and comes in a gold-coloured frame which is finished with a thick silver-coloured wash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe frame measures 20 x 25.5 cm. Nice and clean and ready to hang.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePostage will be with Royal Mail Tracked and Signed \/ Parcelforce24. This will be applied to your order at the checkout. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iconic Edinburgh","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31617091043392,"sku":"Sold for £150","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0271\/1902\/6240\/files\/contemporary-scottish-art-norman-mcbeath-rsa-original-photogravure-print-artists-proof-trees-signed-in-pencil-british-prints-456.webp?v=1781649759"},{"product_id":"scottish-pottery-antique-boness-pekingese-mantle-dogs-grey-pair-blue-bows-painted-eyes","title":"Scottish Pottery. Antique Bo'ness Pekingese Mantle Dogs. 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Reg No. 342671 (in 1909).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are a genuine antique pair - and are NOT modern reproduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fabulous display pair - each measuring 8 inches wide and with a height of 7 1\/2 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey have no damages or cracks. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMy price is a fair one and takes into consideration their fine condition - and also that these are in this harder to source grey colour - you more often find these in russet and tan colours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey are quite heavy items - and unpacked they are over 2 kg in weight - so I would have to send them with you using Parcelforce 48. This will cost £10 in the UK. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pair also has a very interesting historical provenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey were sold by Sotheby's (Edinburgh Sale), 7 - 8 November 1994 (Lot 892) (The Iris Fox Sale) (see my other Fox collection pieces in my \u003cspan\u003eIconic Edinburgh online \u003c\/span\u003eshop). For more information on Iris Fox Collection - please see this website:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ehttp:\/\/www.newport.gov.uk\/heritage\/Museum--Art-Gallery\/Collections\/Art-collections\/The-Fox-Collection.aspx\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHISTORY: In the 18th century, Bo’ness was one of the most thriving towns on the east coast and ranked as the third port in Scotland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmong the town's many thriving industries was pottery production and Bo'ness soon became established as one of the main pottery-producing areas in the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePottery production in the town lasted for almost 200 years and it reached its heyday at the end of the 19th century when three factories were operating simultaneously at Bo'ness, Grangepans and Bridgeness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe last pottery closed as recently as 1958.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor further information, you can look at this interesting website: www.bonesspottery.co.uk\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iconic Edinburgh","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31617102053440,"sku":"£95. 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These are rare survivors and reflected in my asking price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has a fabulous geometric pattern and the design is called Fiesta.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI have a small selection of Fiesta serving plates etc in my Iconic Edinburgh online store - I would look at getting good postage quotes for you if you wish more than one item from my shop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pattern was designed by the celebrated British ceramic designer, Jessie Tait (1928 - 2010) for Midwinter. She first worked as a junior designer to Charlotte Rhead, and then as a designer for the Midwinter Pottery between 1946 and 1974.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany of her designs were mass-produced by the Midwinter Pottery on dinner services, and tea and coffee sets. In the 1950s these were hand-painted, and well-known designs included 'Red Domino' and 'Zambesi'. Her style was often detailed and geometric.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs you can see - this is a really stylish and highly collectable pattern - and the Fiesta pattern is now becoming a much harder to find one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMy jug is in excellent vintage condition with no chips, cracks or crazing to the glaze.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt doesn't look like it has ever been used - so no staining or issues with cutlery marks etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: from spout to end of handle is 7 inches. Width is about 3 3\/4 inches and the height is 2 1\/2 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePostage will be with Royal Mail Tracked (Small Parcel). This will be applied to your order at the checkout. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iconic Edinburgh","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31617127940160,"sku":"Sold for £30","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0271\/1902\/6240\/files\/1950s-midwinter-gravy-boat-or-jug-collectable-fiesta-pattern-designed-by-jessie-tait-in-1953-british-ceramics-331.webp?v=1781649860"},{"product_id":"listed-artist-william-walcot-1874-1943-decadence-of-the-roman-empire-original-etching-1925-pencil-signed","title":"SCOTTISH ART. William Walcot (1874 - 1943). \"Decadence of the Roman Empire\". Original ETCHING 1925. 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They are highly distinctive in style - they combine architectural accuracy with an impressionistic appearance of vibrant everyday life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe image measures 16 x 23.5 cm and is pencil signed. The frame size is 36.5 x 42.5 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a particularly fine print by this celebrated printmaker and is in such good condition. It is listed at a fair price for this harder-to-find subject. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iconic Edinburgh","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31617194229824,"sku":"£275; Sold for £250","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0271\/1902\/6240\/files\/scottish-art-william-walcot-1874-1943-decadence-of-the-roman-empire-original-etching-1925-pencil-signed-british-prints-394.webp?v=1781649879"},{"product_id":"german-art-deco-waechtersbach-small-group-of-cup-saucer-oblong-plate-and-two-bowls-with-simple-blue-and-white-checked-rim","title":"GERMAN ART DECO Waechtersbach Small Group of Cup \u0026 Saucer, Oblong Plate and Two Bowls:  with Simple Blue and White Checked Rim","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a lovely group of vintage Art Deco ceramics by German Waechtersbach Pottery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are all nice little display pieces - and very geometric with the fresh blue and white check pattern around the rims.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach piece has a white body colour and the blue check decoration is all hand painted on, as photographed. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe oblong plate measures 8 x 5 1\/2 inches. The saucer is 4 inches in diameter. The little teeny weeny cup is 2 inches in diameter and 1 1\/2 inches in height (some rubbing to the rim of the cup as shown in my images).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe small open bowl is just over 3 1\/2 inches in diameter - with a height of just under 1 1\/2 inches. The larger bowl is 4 1\/2 inches in diameter by 1 3\/4 inches in height. Unpacked it all weights: 700 grams total.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll are in a fine vintage condition - no nasty chips or cracks. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe items are marked with the impressed beehive stamp on the base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePostage will be with Royal Mail Tracked (Small Parcel). This will be applied to your order at the checkout. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iconic Edinburgh","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31617249869888,"sku":"Sold for £30","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0271\/1902\/6240\/files\/german-art-deco-waechtersbach-small-group-of-cup-saucer-oblong-plate-and-two-bowls-with-simple-blue-white-checked-rim-european-ceramics-460.webp?v=1781649928"},{"product_id":"1970s-mdina-glass-vase-with-earthtone-swirls-ovoid-shape","title":"1970s Mdina Glass Vase with Earthtone Swirls. Ovoid Shape; 6 inches in height","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a lovely vintage Mdina Glass vase and dates to the early 1970s. It is very reminiscent of similar vases being produced by Michael Harris in the UK.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGlass production in Malta began in 1968 when Michael Harris moved there to set up Mdina Glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe company started making organic glassware - often using colours inspired by the sea, earth and sky - and in this case by the island's sand and rocks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMdina glass was an instant success, partly due to the strong tourist industry of Malta. These early pieces are keenly sought after.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tall tube vase is about 6 inches in height, with a diameter of about 4 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight unpacked in 900 grams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe main body colour of a beige tone with abstract patterns of striated glass running around the main body. This type of decoration was called: Earthtones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has been difficult to photograph this vase as it is very reflective - any strange white marks are not on the vase but are simply reflections from the light hitting the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo damages, chips or cracks. The looks just lovely on display. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iconic Edinburgh","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31617283653696,"sku":"Sold for £35","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0271\/1902\/6240\/files\/1970s-mdina-glass-vase-with-earthtone-swirls-ovoid-shape-6-inches-in-height-european-994.webp?v=1781395063"},{"product_id":"pen-ink-barry-fantoni-original-1970s-caricature-or-cartoon-drawing","title":"1970s Barry Fantoni Original 1970s Pen and Ink Caricature or Cartoon Drawing for Illustration in The Listener","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a collectable little drawing by Barry Fantoni - who was born in London, 1940.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExamples of Fantoni's work is in the collection of the National Portrait Gallery in London.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease also see my related cartoon in my \u003cspan\u003eIconic Edinburgh Online S\u003c\/span\u003etore by his friend Willie Ruston - the pair of them famously appear in a photograph by Lewis Morley which is the collection of the National Portrait Gallery - a fine photograph for Private Eye which spoofs modern fashions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is one of two works by Fantoni that I had in my \u003cspan\u003eIconic Edinburgh online \u003c\/span\u003estore (the other one sold in a day! - so now only one Fantoni is left in stock). Plus a similar pen and ink caricature by Willie Rushton dated 1991 and relates to the writer, Fay Weldon (Now sold).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFantoni studied at the Camberwell School of Art (1954-8) and following his expulsion attended the Slade School of Fine Art. He joined the staff of the magazine \"Private Eye\" as a cartoonist and columnist. He also wrote scripts for the BBC's satirical show \"That Was the Week That Was\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1966 he hosted the fashion and music programme, \"A Whole Scene Going On\"; for which he was voted Male Television Personality of the Year. The show featured performances from the likes of The Who, The Kinks, and The Pretty Things - so he was very much at the heart of the Swinging 60s in London.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFantoni produced caricatures for the listings magazine Radio Times and the Listener in the mid-1960s. He has also achieved success as a poet, playwright, and jazz musician. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a harder-to-find little original sketch by him for a cartoon that was probably published in \"The Listener\" - but for this one, I have no date for its actual publication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a pen and ink sketch - you can see on this drawing that little areas of the original drawing have been painted over with \"stop out\" white paint and changes to the composition have been made. The underdrawing can be seen on close inspection under the correction fluid (as photographed).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA selection of similar pocket cartoons or caricatures is currently on offer at Chris Beetles gallery for £350 - so my price here is a very fair one for this interesting illustrative artist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wee comical illustration sees an author taking a manuscript to his publisher. It lampoons the difficulties of filling in forms to allow the public lending of books etc. - the book being published is a guide to help you do this. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe drawing is signed along the upright right-hand edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a small drawing - measuring 13 x 5 x 8 cm. 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This was resolved in 1923 when Elijah Brain (EBC) was given the sole right to use the Foley name. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWileman then changed its name from Foley to Shelley and the rest is history.   \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe model is a fine one and takes the form of a stylized poodle who is seated. He is a tall and slender dog and has painted black curls on his head, and chest - the ones on his chest are filled in with yellow. His little back legs are tucked in behind him and his little pom-pom tail sticks out at the back. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe poodle was designed by Donald Brindley (as marked on the base), Foley's chief designer, along with a cockerel and a cat figurine. 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This would be applied to your order at the checkout.  \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iconic Edinburgh","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31617349976128,"sku":"Sold for £100","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0271\/1902\/6240\/files\/rare-1950s-foley-bone-china-stylised-poodle-abstracted-shape-with-lots-of-tiny-painted-curls-touched-yellow-british-ceramics-891.webp?v=1781649981"},{"product_id":"large-vintage-1960s-royal-copenhagen-aluminia-faience-tenara-peacock-bowl-by-marianne-johnson","title":"Large Vintage 1960s ROYAL COPENHAGEN Aluminia Faience TENARA Peacock Bowl by Marianne Johnson","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a large hand decorated shallow dish from the Tenara range by Royal Copenhagen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design is by Marianne Johnson and features a large stylised peacock in a garden of flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA nice large size - and will look just delicious on a beautiful piece of Danish teak or rosewood furniture - or mid century coffee table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a large example and measures 23 cm square (9 inches). The edge is 1 1\/2 inches in height.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFully marked to the base, as photographed. Model Number 143 \/ 2884.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn excellent vintage condition with no chips or cracks - some very light surface scratching to the design on the top in confined areas - not major and can only be seen in raking light and when the plate is titled to look for them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese minor blemishes are reflected in my very fair asking price for this large piece of vintage Copenhagen pottery. It looks fantastic on display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePostage will be for a Royal Mail Tracked (and signed for) service.  This will be applied to your order at checkout. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iconic Edinburgh","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31617355612224,"sku":"Sold for £90","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0271\/1902\/6240\/files\/large-vintage-1960s-royal-copenhagen-aluminia-faience-tenara-peacock-bowl-by-marianne-johnson-european-ceramics-629.webp?v=1781650022"},{"product_id":"rare-1905-art-magazine-the-modern-lithographer-published-london-june-1905-includes-genuine-art-nouveau-lithograph","title":"Rare Art Magazine. The Modern Lithographer. 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Edited by Robert Hilton.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cover is lithographically printed and is generic to all the issues - but printed in different colours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis volume has lots of specialist advertisements relating to the lithographer's art and skills. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have articles on the following subjects: The Process Classes of the Liverpool Municipal Technical School; A Decade in Colourtype; Monthly Lithographic Causerie; Modern Printing Inks and Colour Printing; A Fashion Illustration of a Man in a Top Hat. Printed in Interlayed Half Tone; Practical LIthographic Machine Management; Planography; Practical Colour Mixing in Lithography;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lovely original 1905 lithograph is intact and in good condition. It is reminiscent of similar works at this time made by William Nicholson. It shows a group of print connoisseurs standing looking at prints in a portfolio. It was lithographed and printed by The British Colour Printing Co. Ltd - 56 Ludgate Hill, London. The design is by Hubner \u0026amp; Wilson - London and signed with their cypher: Kit Cat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis print is more attractive and as such makes this issue a bit more expensive. It will look lovely framed and mounted - especially if you have a gallery selling original prints. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe publication is softbound with printed paper cover - and stapled. Considering it is over 100 years old. 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They are both on offer here as a pair - and both date to the 1950s. They are for Reeves Greyhound pastels. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are really more design or display items - but there are some vintage pastels still inside each tin, as photographed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth tins are in good vintage condition, with hinged lids to keep your artist pastels all safe and sound inside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot a lot of these old tins have survived in nice condition - so a nice addition to your advertising collection. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions of the red tin are 4 1\/2 x 3 \/4 inches. 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The pattern is called Clouds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHer pottery was founded in 1969 - to this piece must date to just after this time. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBarbara was brought up in Argyll on the West Coast of Scotland, and in 1964 attended Glasgow School of Art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of her largest commissions was a larger ceramic mural measuring some 7 feet in length and 4 feet in height - this can still be seen in the Ladies Waiting Room at Queen Street Station in Glasgow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese fine stoneware pieces by Davidson - with a fine abstract pattern, slightly reminiscent of works by Alan Caiger-Smith. They would have originally have had a paper label - her more functional tablewares are not usually signed - but as quite easily identifiable as her work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lidded tureens by her are so much harder to find - it is not signed - but if you know her work it is obvious that it is by her.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA sturdy pot - the glaze is lighter in tone for this dish - and the clouds pattern more of an ochre yellow than the brown colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe weight of it does push up postage quotes a little and I will have to send Royal Mail Medium Parcel to you. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iconic Edinburgh","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31617465385024,"sku":"Sold for £30","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0271\/1902\/6240\/files\/scottish-pottery-vintage-lidded-serving-dish-by-barbara-davidson-1970s-with-hand-painted-clouds-decoration-300.webp?v=1781603594"},{"product_id":"large-tg-green-cornishware-lidded-storage-jar-for-meal-6-1-4-inches-in-height-old-black-shield-mark","title":"LARGE TG Green CORNISHWARE Lidded Storage Jar for Meal. 6 1\/4 Inches (15 cm) in height. 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A nice little piece of vintage Scottish silver - would look great on a blazer, cap, or perhaps as a little decorative kilt pin.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iconic Edinburgh","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31656846032960,"sku":"Sold for £45","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0271\/1902\/6240\/files\/1950s-scottish-silver-vintage-lapel-brooch-or-miniature-kilt-pin-celtic-sword-shield-by-robert-allison-jewellery-289.webp?v=1783507206"},{"product_id":"antique-victorian-thomas-webb-burmese-glass-shade-with-clarkes-cricklite-fairy-lamp-or-night-light-1","title":"Victorian Thomas Webb Burmese Glass Shade with Clarke's Cricklite Fairy Lamp or Night Light","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese little antique fairy lamps or night lights are now highly collectable. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe base is made of clear glass and it has a Clarke's Patent Trademark for Cricklite. This base consists of two pieces - and the clear glass candle cup holder is embossed on the base: S.CLARKE PATENT FAIRY CRICKLITE with the usual dancing fairy trademark at the centre. The base holders are both in damage free condition and originate from the same source. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe shade is a pretty blush pink and pale yellow matt (satin) finish Burmese Glass. It is in good antique condition - with no major damages - a couple of little frits to the rim where it fits into the clear base - and this has occurred with handling over more than 100 years - to probably acceptable - and indeed taken into consideration with my pricing. I have photographed these in extreme close up for you on each one. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBurmese glass has an interesting history - it was originally made by the American Company, Mount Washington Glass in the early 1880s - and a few years later they gave permission to Thomas Webb to make the glass in England. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis fine Burmese glass fairy lamp with matte (satin) finish was made by Thomas Webb in the late 1880s. The glass was expensive to produce and was often only made in small quantities. The glass proved to be relatively thin and fragile. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe attractive subtle colours were achieved by adding uranium oxide and gold to the opal glass. This made the glass a yellow opaque colour - and if you reheated it again - it became the salmon pink colour. If you reheated again it would turn the pink colour again.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePostage will be with Royal Mail Tracked (Small Parcel). This will be applied to your order at the checkout. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iconic Edinburgh","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31666977865792,"sku":"Shade a. Sold for £150 was £165","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0271\/1902\/6240\/files\/antique-victorian-thomas-webb-burmese-glass-shade-with-clarkes-cricklite-fairy-lamp-or-night-light-british-778.webp?v=1785155226"},{"product_id":"1925-watercolour-study-arthur-henry-knighton-hammond-1875-1970-london-bridge-from-the-tower","title":"1925 WATERCOLOUR STUDY. Arthur Henry Knighton-Hammond (1875 – 1970). London Bridge from the Tower","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a most unusual watercolour by the British artist, Arthur Henry Knighton-Hammond (1875 - 1970). \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKnighton-Hammond was an English painter best known for landscapes, society portraits and industrial paintings. He used a variety of styles but is most famous as a watercolour painter. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is obviously very much influenced by Whistler's images of the Rivier Thames - and how the images are very pared down to almost coloured washes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe image is a mist-coved view of the old London Bridge. This bridge was later sold in 1968 to an American Entrepreneur and then shipped stone by stone to the States. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis study seems to be a pendant picture to be hung with the other one offered in my store - the one looking at the bridge from the other direction. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis study is painted in the lightest and most subtle washes which range from light grey to white tones. The image is very minimalistic. It probably dates to around the mid-1920s when the artist was staying in London and exhibiting at the Fine Art Society in Bond Street. There is a similar pale image of the terrace of the House of Commons (illustrated as Plate 46) in Peter Norris's monograph on the artist. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese views of London by him are hard to source - and my asking price for them is a fair one. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis watercolour study is signed in pencil lower right: Knighton Hammond - and inscribed by the artist with the title lower left: London Bridge from the Tower 1925. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKnighton-Hammond was a member of leading watercolour societies in France and America and was the only English artist to have been elected to the American Watercolour Society New York apart from Sir William Russell Flint. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn Britain he showed at the Royal Academy, the Royal Institute of Oil Painters, the New English Art Club, the Royal Cambrian Academy, the Royal Society of British Artists, the Fine Art Society and the Royal Scottish Watercolour Society. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKnighton-Hammond was described by his friend, the celebrated artist Augustus John as the greatest English painter in watercolour of our time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDimensions: frame size is 41.5 x 50; Image size is 28 x 30 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUK Postage only. This will cost be with Parcelforce24 and applied to your order at the checkout. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iconic Edinburgh","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31688745254976,"sku":"Sold for £285 reduced from £325","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0271\/1902\/6240\/files\/1925-watercolour-study-arthur-henry-knighton-hammond-1875-1970-london-bridge-from-the-tower-british-art-794.webp?v=1781650092"},{"product_id":"rare-1960s-car-badge-for-jet-petroleum-gaunt","title":"1960s Car Badge for Jet Petroleum Ltd. Made by J.R. Gaunt","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a very rare car badge  made to advertise Jet Petroleum in the 1960s.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt has never been used and is in pristine, \"as new\" condition. It was made by J.R, Gaunt in England - as annotated on the badge. The chrome is very shiny and the enamel without any chips or scratches. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJet Petroleum Ltd was established back in 1954 by Bill Roberts - he took the name for the company from the prefix used on vehicles registered in Rotherham in Yorkshire. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Jet Club was started in 1967 with lots of badges etc and the slogan \"Have you joined the Jet Set Yet\". \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis car badge is probably one for the specialist collector - and is a great piece of British Motoring History and British Advertising History. As you can see in my photographs - a lovely example with no damage. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall height is 4 3\/4 inches (12 cm). The width at the widest point is just over 3 inch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShipped with Royal Mail Tracked Post. This will be applied at the checkout stage of your order. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iconic Edinburgh","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31689495969856,"sku":"Sold for £85 with free postage","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0271\/1902\/6240\/files\/1960s-car-badge-for-jet-petroleum-ltd-made-by-j-r-gaunt-vintage-motor-624.webp?v=1786356427"},{"product_id":"norwegian-1960s-figgjo-flint-trio-sputnik-pattern-with-green-dots-and-black-elongated-stars-lines","title":"NORWEGIAN 1960s Figgjo Flint Trio - SPUTNIK Pattern with Green Dots and Black Elongated Stars \u0026 Lines","description":"\u003cp\u003eOn offer here is a trio of pretty Figgjo Flint items. The set consists of a teacup, saucer and side plate. I have five of these in total. ALL SOLD\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis stylised SPUTNIK pattern dates to the 1960s. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach piece has a band with is made up of olive green dots with black elongated stars in between - and the green circles covered with fine black vertical parallel lines. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe side plate is 17 cm in diameter; The saucer is 14.5 cm and the cup is 7.5 cm in height and has a diameter of 8 cm. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAll are in excellent condition with no chips or damages.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI also have a milk jug and sugar bowl in this pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePostage will be with Royal Mail Tracked (Small Parcel) and applied to your order at the checkout.  \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iconic Edinburgh","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31749862981696,"sku":"Sold: 5 x 24.95","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0271\/1902\/6240\/files\/norwegian-1960s-figgjo-flint-trio-sputnik-pattern-with-green-dots-and-black-elongated-stars-lines-european-ceramics-647.webp?v=1781334584"},{"product_id":"large-1960s-vintage-ceramic-piggy-bank-or-money-box-with-incised-floral-patterns-shiny-blue-glaze-and-original-stopper","title":"LARGE 1960s Vintage Ceramic Piggy Bank or Money Box. With Incised Floral Patterns, Shiny Blue Glaze and Original Stopper","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is an adorable vintage piggy bank which dates to the late 1960s or early 1970s. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt has a mark underneath: Made in England - but sadly no other indication who might have made it. It is a rare survivor and unusual to find one quite so large.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMy lovely bank is 9 ¾ inches in length and with a diameter of about 5 inches. 5 ½ inches in height. Unpacked weight is 820 grams.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe piggy is a bit of a jelly bean shape which isdecorated with incised abstract patterns here and there, mainly along the sides - and this is then all glazed over with a very shiny inky blue glaze. He has four tiny stumpy legs. He has a simple little curly tail at the back. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe bank has a stopper in the base to that you can empty it without having to smash up Mr Piggy. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHe is in excellent condition with no damages - and no chipping around the coin slot.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePostage would be with Royal Mail Tracked (Medium Parcel). This will be applied to your order at the checkout. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iconic Edinburgh","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31821787398208,"sku":"Sold for £45","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0271\/1902\/6240\/files\/large-1960s-vintage-ceramic-piggy-bank-or-money-box-with-incised-floral-patterns-shiny-blue-glaze-and-original-stopper-british-ceramics-133.webp?v=1781650179"},{"product_id":"scottish-pottery-large-bough-pottery-jug-hand-painted-rosy-red-apples-by-richard-amour-1920s","title":"SCOTTISH POTTERY. Large Bough Pottery Jug. Hand Painted Rosy Red Apples by Richard Amour; 1920s","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a very attractive hand-painted large jug or pitcher dating to the early 20th century and made by Bough pottery. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe jug has been beautifully decorated by Richard Amour, as initialled on the base - and dated 1922 - so now nearly 100 years old.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe main body colour is a beige-white tone - with bands of deep midnight blue top and bottom. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThere is a frieze of hand-painted deep red apples on the bough of the tree - and this stunning design runs all the way around the whole of the jug. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMarked on the Base - 385 “Bough” R.A. (for Richard Amour) and dated 1922. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is in good condition for its age - with no major chips or cracks - the handle is free from damage or repairs - and no chips to the spout. There is the usual fine crazing to the glaze as found on Bough pieces of this age - but certainly not very pronounced at all on this piece. The only issue is a short and very fine hairline to the rim - which I have taken in extreme close-up... you can hardly see it on display. This is taken into consideration with my pricing. If perfect I would have had it at £165. I have reduced this price by over a third. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNice Large Size - Height 5 inches and with a diameter of 5 1\/2 inches. From spout to handle - it is 7 1\/4 inches. It is 500 grams in weight. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBough Pottery was founded by Elizabeth and Richard Amour in the 1920s. They specialized in decorating blanks - which they bought in from pottery companies in England and Scotland (many from Maling Pottery, Newcastle). \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis pretty mug made by Elizabeth's brother, Richard. He lived from 1900 to 1949.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is in good condition with no nasty chips or cracks, just the very faint hairline to the rim, as photographed in my last two images on the listing. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInterest in Bough pottery has been of particular interest of late -and my asking price here reflects this renewed interest in the pottery as well as the rarer large size of this piece and the quality of the painting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe jug would be carefully packed and sent to you with Royal Mail Tracked (Signed For). This would be applied to your order at the checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iconic Edinburgh","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31895127162944,"sku":"Sold for £100","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0271\/1902\/6240\/files\/scottish-pottery-large-bough-jug-hand-painted-rosy-red-apples-by-richard-amour-1920s-967.webp?v=1781603761"},{"product_id":"victorian-mintons-tile-showing-cardinal-beatons-house-in-edinburgh","title":"VICTORIAN Minton's Tile Showing Cardinal Beaton's House in Edinburgh","description":"This is an interesting historical tile that shows a view along the Cowgate of Edinburgh (just along the road from my old shop in the Grassmarket!).  \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe view dates to the early 19th century (although the tile is more late 19th century) - and it shows Cardinal Beaton's House - which was demolished.in 1868. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe ancient dwelling consisted of a hexagonal turret and was built for James Beaton, Archbishop of Glasgow between 1509 and 1522. It stood on the southeast corner of Blackfriars Wynd - which was widened in the 1860s as part of the Improvements Act - and is now known as Blackfriars Street.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe tile was produced by Minton's Tile Manufactory at Stoke on Trent - as impressed on the reverse. It is in excellent vintage condition with no chips or cracks. The image on the front is nice and clean with no scratching or rubbing. The image has been simply printed with brown ink and is based on published etchings of the site. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe wonderful thing about this old tile - is the fine antique wooden frame surrounding the ceramic area. I have taken lots of images of the intricate carving on it for your inspection. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis tile probably dates to around 1886. The size of the tile is 6 inches square and the size of the frame is 9 3\/4 inches. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eI surmise that it was probably made to be sold as a souvenir at the 1886 International Exhibition of Science and Art which was held at the Meadows in Edinburgh. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe exhibition had a reconstruction of the Old Town of Edinburgh with a selection of old buildings remade for the show and was constructed to suggest what life was like in earlier times in Edinburgh. Sadly, none of these survived after the exhibition closed as they did not receive planning permissions to remain. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMinton often had trade stands at these popular Victorian exhibitions - and this was most definitely a high-end marketplace for selling and promoting their wares. Tiles were very popular with the Victorians - and indeed Royal Doulton made some large tiled panels for their stand at this Edinburgh Exhibition. These are now on display in the Cafe Royal Bar, near the Balmoral Hotel. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAn interesting piece of local history - not so many of these tiles now survive and certainly not in such fine condition or with such an attractive Arts \u0026amp; Crafts carved frame - this is all reflected in my asking price.","brand":"Iconic Edinburgh","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31961414664256,"sku":"Reduced from £95. 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There are a total of 8 flower heads on these larger sized side plates. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach has a diameter of 8 inches. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnpacked the set is 2 kg. So it would have to be posted to you with Royal Mail Tracked (Medium Parcel). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e This is certainly a harder to find vintage Norwegian pattern. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI have other pieces available in this pattern in my online shop - of course, good postal discounts would apply\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iconic Edinburgh","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32927207227456,"sku":"Sold for £50","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0271\/1902\/6240\/files\/1950s-norwegian-figgjo-flint-crocus-pattern-set-of-six-side-plates-8-inches-diameter-european-ceramics-141.webp?v=1781650316"},{"product_id":"large-pair-of-matching-minton-hollins-asta-ware-with-blood-red-mottled-eggshell-glaze-10-inches","title":"LARGE Pair of Matching MINTON HOLLINS Astra Ware with Blood Red Mottled Eggshell Glaze. 10 inches","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese are a very stunning PAIR of Minton Hollins Astra Ware Baluster Vases \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThey date to around the 1920s. They form a matching pair - and are a nice large size being 10 inches in height and 4 1\/2 inches at the widest point.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eI love the sanguine glaze with is mottled with complimentary dark green tones. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese fine early 20th-century matching pair of Arts and Crafts vases were made by Minton Hollins \u0026amp; Co, of Stoke-on Trent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e The pottery was set up in 1845 as a subsidiary of Mintons. They are assigned the task of producing encaustic tiles which were fashionable in Victorian halls and interiors.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDue to the fall in demand for tiles during the First World War, they developed a sideline in manufacturing Art Pottery with striking glaze effects. These were produced in the highly acclaimed 'Astra Ware' range. This was in production from 1918 until at least the late 1920s. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe mottled eggshell glazes were very popular at this time - and the glazes on the Astra Ware resemble those on pots and vases by Ruskin and Pilkingtons who were operating at the same time. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBoth my vases are in perfect condition and have the distinctive Astra Ware stamp on the base of each one. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePostage will be with Parcelforce24. This will be applied to your order at the checkout.  \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iconic Edinburgh","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32927331188800,"sku":"Sold for £175","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0271\/1902\/6240\/files\/large-pair-of-matching-minton-hollins-astra-ware-with-blood-red-mottled-eggshell-glaze-10-inches-british-ceramics-543.webp?v=1781650373"},{"product_id":"rare-1970s-danish-cohr-kaempe-claus-candleholder-in-original-packaging","title":"RARE 1970s Danish Cohr KAEMPE CLAUS Candleholder. In original packaging","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese items are probably more for the collector of vintage Danish design items. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are now very difficult to source - and these come from my own collection which I have owned for many years. I have kept them packed away and never used them. They also come with their original packaging, which is in excellent condition. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo find these Danish Cohr candlesticks still boxed is exceptionally rare. I have amazingly one of the largest size ones and six of the medium-sized ones. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis one is the \"giant\" Claus candlestick. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe packaging is as follows: A square box which is green inside. On two opposite sides of the outer box is a sketch drawing of the candlestick with the text in Danish \"giant claus\" on one and repeated on the other side. On the other two opposite sides, two of the smaller candlesticks with sterin candles are seen. Between the candlesticks, the top of two candles is visible. At the top left is the text: \"Cohr MADE IN DENMARK\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the underside of the box are all three models of the \"Claus\" series with the size of the sterin candle you can put in the candlestick. \"Little Claus\" can take 12 mm, \"Big Claus\" can take 22 mm and \"Giant Claus\" can take 50 mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe candleholders are as follows: Each one is made up of three parts. One of the parts acts as a candle catcher, which prevents the candle from running down. It is made of polished brass and is designed to look like a flower. It curves downward in the center so the candle is held in place. It has four curved spaces in it that make it look like a flower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe other two parts form the black metal foot. They are wide and arc slightly into the bottom. Their corners are finely rounded and go up in a hook-like shape at the top. In the middle, there is a rectangular section in which one could attach the candle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy placing one part across the other in the notch, a foot is created. Then you can place the flower on top, \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese candleholders were made for a short period of time only - from 1970 to about 1980 at the latest. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The diameter of the gold brass section of this holder is rougly 8 cm. The original box is 12 x 12 x 6.5 cm \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI have taken lots of photographs for your inspection: these are really items for specialist design or museum collection. \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThey are therefore priced appropriately. They will be sent to you with Royal Mail Tracked (Small Parcel) post. This will be applied to your order at the checkout. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iconic Edinburgh","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36950187278400,"sku":"Sold £50","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0271\/1902\/6240\/files\/rare-1970s-danish-cohr-kaempe-claus-candleholder-in-original-packaging-vintage-733.webp?v=1781514561"},{"product_id":"rare-1970s-danish-cohr-lille-claus-candleholder-in-original-packaging","title":"RARE 1970s Danish Cohr LILLE CLAUS Candleholder. In original packaging (SIX AVAILABLE)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese items are probably more for the collector of vintage Danish design items. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are now very difficult to source - and these come from my own collection which I have owned for many years. I have kept them packed away and never used them. They also come with their original packaging, which is in excellent condition. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo find these Danish Cohr candlesticks still boxed is exceptionally rare. I have amazingly one of the largest size ones and six of the medium sized ones. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis one is the \"medium\" lille claus candlestick. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe packaging is as follows: A square box which is green inside. On two opposite sides of the outer box is a sketch drawing of the candlestick with the text in Danish \"giant claus\" on one and repeated on the other side. On the other two opposite sides, two of the smaller candlesticks with sterin candles are seen. Between the candlesticks, the top of two candles is visible. At the top left is the text: \"Cohr MADE IN DENMARK\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the underside of the box are all three models of the \"Claus\" series with the size of the sterin candle you can put in the candlestick. \"Little Claus\" can take 12 mm, \"Big Claus\" can take 22 mm and \"Giant Claus\" can take 50 mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe candleholders are as follows: Each one is made up of three parts. One of the parts acts as a candle catcher, which prevents the candle from running down. It is made of polished brass and is designed to look like a flower. It curves downward in the center so the candle is held in place. It has four curved spaces in it that make it look like a flower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe other two parts form the black metal foot. They are wide and arc slightly into the bottom. Their corners are finely rounded and go up in a hook-like shape at the top. In the middle, there is a rectangular section in which one could attach the candle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy placing one part across the other in the notch, a foot is created. Then you can place the flower on top, \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese candleholders were made for a short period of time only - from 1970 to about 1980 at the latest. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The diameter of the gold brass section of this holder is rougly 4 cm. The original box is 7 x 7 x 3.5 cm \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI have taken lots of photographs for your inspection: these are really items for specialist design or museum collection. Postage will be with Royal Mail Tracked (Small Parcel). This will be applied to your order at the checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iconic Edinburgh","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36950196027456,"sku":"£34.95 x 6","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0271\/1902\/6240\/files\/rare-1970s-danish-cohr-lille-claus-candleholder-in-original-packaging-six-available-vintage-210.webp?v=1781514679"},{"product_id":"good-quality-vintage-millefiori-murano-glass-bead-necklace","title":"Fine Vintage Copper-Gold Aventurine Murano Glass Bead Necklace. Total Length 24 inches","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a very attractive set of vintage Italian Murano millefiori beads - which form a 24-inch (61 cm) long necklace. The beads are all good quality vintage ones - probably 1920s or 1930s in date. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe necklace has a total of 23 clear glass beads which are all shimmer inside with the inclusion of gold aventurine flakes. They are all separated by tiny pink-toned pairs of coloured lampwork spacer beads, as photographed. There are smaller lampwork beads to the back near the old brass barrel clasp. At the end of each gold glitter bead - there are decorative brass end caps - again a sign of quality. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beads are hand-made and all the same size - each with a diameter of about 1.3 cm. All the beads in my shop I have personally owned for many years and all came to me from the same source - so assuming they are all in the same general date range (ie first half of the 20th century). They are certainly not Chinese in origin ! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI have taken lots of close-up images of this lovely necklace. You can see from my photographs - that the canes used are the finest ones and that each bead has been skillfully made by hand. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll the beads are in good condition with no chips or cracks. No damages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe necklace has a good length to it - and it can go over your head. with ease - so really no need to use the clasp. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you wish to use the clasp - this is an old brass barrel-shaped one that would sit on the back of your neck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is on offer here at a fair price given its age, the quality of each bead, and the amount of work that has gone into making it. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iconic Edinburgh","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36960311836736,"sku":"Sold for £60","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0271\/1902\/6240\/files\/fine-vintage-copper-gold-aventurine-murano-glass-bead-necklace-total-length-24-inches-european-665.webp?v=1781465891"},{"product_id":"extremely-rare-antique-1920s-german-tin-plate-pair-of-spinning-tops-complete-in-original-box","title":"Extremely Rare ANTIQUE Pair of 1920s German Tinplate Spinning Tops Complete in Original Box","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is probably more of an item for the specialist collector of antique tin plate toys. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is pair of metal spinning tops - which you would spin on your tabletop to keep your little children (and yourself!) amused. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou often find just the spinning top sections  - but the spinning mechanism is missing - as is often the original box. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsidering this toy is now over 100 years old it is in excellent condition. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe box is the original card one with an Art Deco pattern (as photographed) all over, and onto the lid is attached the label - showing the tops and spinner mechanism in operation. The box is a little dust-ingrained which has occurred over 100 years - but not grimy just natural with age. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe box and toy are German in origin, but also developed for the UK market. It reads: Die neueften Sring - keeifel \/ The new Spring Top. DDR DRGH.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI love the little images of the children at play. They are very prim and proper and the little boy wears a very fashionable sailor suit. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe inside of the box - has the instructions printed on the inside of the lid - in German and English (with lots of English spelling mistakes lol). \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside the box - is the spinning mechanism and the two stripey metal spinning tops. All in original condition with no repainting or touch-ups. There is only a tiny scuff to a bit of the white paint on the red, white, and blue top.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI have taken lots of images for your inspection. Listed at a fair price - probably more of a museum piece now for a toy gallery. I cant find another so complete. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iconic Edinburgh","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36976354590784,"sku":"£125. Sold for £110 sale","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0271\/1902\/6240\/files\/extremely-rare-antique-pair-of-1920s-german-tinplate-spinning-tops-complete-in-original-box-toys-and-games-963.webp?v=1781623229"},{"product_id":"antique-bisque-porcelain-skinny-or-elongated-figurine-by-schafer-vater-the-violinist","title":"Rare Antique Bisque Porcelain Skinny or Elongated Figurine by Schafer \u0026 Vater: The Violinist","description":"\u003cp\u003e This is a rare survivor and in such lovely condition.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an antique bisque figurine made by Schafer \u0026amp; Vater, c 1910. It is entitled The Violinist (sadly missing from my base section). Like all my other figurines - it is very detailed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is one of a range of quirky bisque porcelain figurines that they made at the beginning of the 20th Century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis elongated figurine 7 1\/2 inches in height.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI have a rare series of these \"Skinnies\" figurines for sale - they are all in excellent condition with no damages, losses, or condition issues. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe damage-free condition and relative rarity of these elongated figures are reflected in my asking price here. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHISTORY: The company was founded by Gustave Schaefer and Guenther Vater in Germany in 1890. By 1896 the business was so successful that they were able to expand to the List Porcelain Factory at Neuhaus.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe company aimed at producing high-quality items in hard-paste porcelain - and it made luxury items, including figurines and dolls' heads. They also produced a range of soft-paste porcelain items such as small liquor bottles which were distributed in pubs etc.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSchafer \u0026amp; Vater were better known for their comical and figural items. They manufactured these in teapots, jugs, creamers, bottles, match strikers, and planters, with a backstamp impressed with a crown above an 'R' in a star. 'Made in Germany' was sometimes stamped in black. Occasionally, Schafer \u0026amp; Vater pieces appear without any stamps or reference to their origin, but they are easy to recognize due to their characteristics and unique craftsmanship and unusual design.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTheir wonderful novelty figures were always very popular in the States - and by 1910 the American firm of Sears Roebuck \u0026amp; Co began to import and distribute Schafer \u0026amp; Vater pottery items.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn 1913 Paul Schafer had taken over from his father and, working alongside Gunther Vater, built up a successful workforce of around 200 people. In 1918 the factory was destroyed by fire and they set up a new factory to resume production.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSadly, the firm closed in 1962, and in1972 the East German government assumed full control of the vacant factory, and their records and moulds were destroyed - so no further figures could be produced.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iconic Edinburgh","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39252749123648,"sku":"Sold for £120","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0271\/1902\/6240\/files\/rare-antique-bisque-porcelain-skinny-or-elongated-figurine-by-schafer-vater-the-violinist-615.webp?v=1786656366"},{"product_id":"antique-bisque-porcelain-skinny-or-elongated-figurine-by-schafer-vater-mr-mcnab-scotsman-in-mini-kilt","title":"Very Rare Antique Bisque Porcelain Skinny or Elongated Figurine by Schafer \u0026 Vater: Mr McNab (Scotsman in Mini Kilt)","description":"\u003cp\u003e This is a rare survivor and in such lovely condition.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an antique bisque figurine made by Schafer \u0026amp; Vater, c 1910. It is entitled on the base: Mr McNab. Like all my other figurines - it is very detailed. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is one of a range of quirky bisque porcelain figurines that they made at the beginning of the 20th Century. This elongated figurine 7 inches in height. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis one is really comical - check out that little plump Scotsman - in his military outfit - his little kilt is certainly way above the regulation length of resting on the knee. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOh! Mr Knobbly Knees here!  Again, like many other ones in my store - this one is \u003cem\u003eexceptionally rare. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI have a rare series of these \"Skinnies\" figurines for sale - they are all in excellent condition with no damages, losses, or condition issues. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe damage-free condition and relative rarity of these elongated figures are reflected in my asking price here. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHISTORY: The company was founded by Gustave Schaefer and Guenther Vater in Germany in 1890. By 1896 the business was so successful that they were able to expand to the List Porcelain Factory at Neuhaus.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe company aimed at producing high-quality items in hard-paste porcelain - and it made luxury items, including figurines and dolls' heads. They also produced a range of soft-paste porcelain items such as small liquor bottles which were distributed in pubs etc.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSchafer \u0026amp; Vater were better known for their comical and figural items. They manufactured these in teapots, jugs, creamers, bottles, match strikers, and planters, with a backstamp impressed with a crown above an 'R' in a star. 'Made in Germany' was sometimes stamped in black. Occasionally, Schafer \u0026amp; Vater pieces appear without any stamps or reference to their origin, but they are easy to recognize due to their characteristics and unique craftsmanship and unusual design.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTheir wonderful novelty figures were always very popular in the States - and by 1910 the American firm of Sears Roebuck \u0026amp; Co began to import and distribute Schafer \u0026amp; Vater pottery items.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn 1913 Paul Schafer had taken over from his father and, working alongside Gunther Vater, built up a successful workforce of around 200 people. In 1918 the factory was destroyed by fire and they set up a new factory to resume production.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSadly, the firm closed in 1962, and in1972 the East German government assumed full control of the vacant factory, and their records and moulds were destroyed - so no further figures could be produced.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iconic Edinburgh","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39252759478336,"sku":"Sold for £195","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0271\/1902\/6240\/files\/very-rare-antique-bisque-porcelain-skinny-or-elongated-figurine-by-schafer-vater-mr-mcnab-scotsman-in-mini-kilt-543.webp?v=1783808407"},{"product_id":"victorian-staffordshire-flatback-figurine-man-and-woman-gathering-wheat","title":"Victorian Staffordshire Flatback Figurine. 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They capture a way of rural life - which was common in the 19th and early 20th centuries - but now has almost gone. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe figurine shows a man and woman who have been our in the fields. The lady has been cutting down stalks of wheat - and bundling them up into sheaves. One is shown at her feet - and the other is tucked under her arm. She wears a pretty dress - which is white with tiny dots on it representing flowers - and on top, she has a vibrant orange overdress or apron. She wears a wee bonnet to keep the sun off her head. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHer beau stands close and puts his arm around her waist. He has a dark blue jacket, pale pink knee-breeches - and across his chest is the strap of his little brown bag. A little sickle-shaped knife or scythe is seen near his waistband. He also wears a little white sun hat or beret. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt dates to the later 19th century - and like all my Staffordshire figurines listed in my \u003cspan\u003eIconic Edinburgh online \u003c\/span\u003eshop, it is a genuine antique piece and NOT a modern reproduction.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions:- it is 7 1\/2 inches in height and 4 3\/4 inches wide - with a depth of 2 inches. Unpacked it is 430 grams. It has no damages or restorations.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePostage will be with Royal Mail Tracked (Small Parcel). This will be applied to your order at the checkout. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iconic Edinburgh","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39285939961920,"sku":"£55 - with discount of £7 to Avril","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0271\/1902\/6240\/files\/victorian-staffordshire-flatback-figurine-man-and-woman-gathering-wheat-figure-494.webp?v=1787257807"},{"product_id":"scottish-pottery-pair-antique-boness-pottery-black-jackfield-style-spaniels","title":"Scottish Pottery. Pair of Antique Bo'ness Pottery. Black Jackfield Style Spaniels with Gold Highlights","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis little pair of dogs look towards English Staffordshire (black Jackfield) models for inspiration. However, they are more likely to be Scottish in origin and made at the Bo'ness or Bridgeness Pottery. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHISTORY: In the 18th century, Bo’ness was one of the most thriving towns on the east coast and ranked as the third port in Scotland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmong the town's many thriving industries was pottery production and Bo'ness soon became established as one of the main pottery-producing areas in the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePottery production in the town lasted for almost 200 years and it reached its heyday at the end of the 19th century when three factories were operating simultaneously at Bo'ness, Grangepans and Bridgeness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe last pottery closed as recently as 1958.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese wee Bo'ness models are very similar to Jackfield ones. They have the same black enamel glaze and gold highlights - but instead of red clay, they are made from white-coloured clay. They have a large air-hole in each base - as you often find on Bo'ness figures. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese dogs form a matching pair. They are in excellent condition and decorated with gold gilding to pick out details in the modelling.  They are in good antique condition and have no damages.  They have tiny glass eyes. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions: Height 7 ½ inches. The width is 6 inches and the depth is 3 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUnpacked they are 1.2 kg in weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese black Bo'ness Pottery Wally Dugs are harder to source and this is reflected in my asking price. They are items for the more specialist collector of Scottish pottery. They were bought by me many years ago at Bonhams in Edinburgh - and I think that they came from the collection of Mrs Iris Fox.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese are available for posting to UK addresses only.  They will be sent with Royal Mail (Medium Parcel), Tracked. This will be applied to your order at the checkout.   \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iconic Edinburgh","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39290324877376,"sku":"Sold for £45","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0271\/1902\/6240\/files\/scottish-pottery-pair-of-antique-boness-black-jackfield-style-spaniels-with-gold-highlights-933.webp?v=1787260208"},{"product_id":"antique-pair-of-victorian-staffordshire-figurines-couple-harvesting-and-carrying-baskets-of-fruit","title":"Victorian Staffordshire Pair of Figurines. 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There is a little graze on the tip of the lady's nose, as photographed.     \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: the gentleman is 8 inches and the lady is the same. They will be sent with Royal Mail Tracked Delivery and will be applied at check out. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iconic Edinburgh","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39315670728768,"sku":"Sold for £55 reduced from £65","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0271\/1902\/6240\/files\/victorian-staffordshire-pair-of-figurines-couple-harvesting-and-carrying-baskets-fruit-figure-849.webp?v=1787264286"},{"product_id":"copy-of-cute-original-etching-by-eileen-alice-soper-1905-1990-entitled-adversity-signed-in-pencil","title":"Cute Original Etching by EILEEN ALICE SOPER (1905 - 1990). 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She produced a series of charming etchings mainly of children playing and illustrated books for other writers, most notably for Enid Blyton on the Famous Five Books.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome of her illustrations of children and animals were used in a china series for children by Paragon China in the 1930s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHer father was the celebrated printmaker George Soper - please see my other works by him in my \u003cspan\u003eIconic Edinburgh online s\u003c\/span\u003etore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fine print by Eileen Soper - with lots of velvety drypoint work. It is signed in the lower margin in pencil, as photographed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt dates to the year 1925 and comes from the only published edition of this print. It one of her most sought after works which is reflected in my asking price for this one.  Specialist print dealers have much higher ticket prices on this Soper. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe image measures: 20 x 15 cm. The frame size is 39 x 33 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis antique print is in nice clean condition - and comes with a fine gold gilt frame. All ready to hang straight on your wall. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI love the original gold frame on this work: with its little embossed decorations in the gilding, all around - as photographed. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePostage will be with either Royal Mail Tracked or Parcelforce24. These will be signed for services and fully insured. This will be applied to your order at the checkout.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iconic Edinburgh","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39319835312192,"sku":"Was £365, reduced to £340. 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They are being sold as guaranteed Victorian items. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApart from being of this larger scale - they are also a very attractive subject showing an attractive couple in a rural setting and standing next to a wall which is a finely modelled billy goat standing on it. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo a lovely pair for popping on a fireplace mantel or country dresser in a rustic cottage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe right-hand figure shows a handsome young gentleman with black wavy hair. He has on a fine white linen shirt with a little green ribbon cravat. He wears a cobalt blue jacked with old gold tones on the lapel and buttons. He carries under his arm a bright orange fringed shawl. He wears a plaid kilt which shows off his fine legs. He has on a pair of black knee-high boots with a orange-tan trim to the top. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeside the man, there is a wall (possibly to a well) and on top of this stands a long-haired goat. The man puts his arm around him and snuggles up. Below, the goat is a large orange vase with a tall stem of flowers in it.. betcha that goat thinks that they look rather tasty! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCONDITION: the gentleman figurine is in good antique condition - the colours are all present and bright. There are no chips or cracks. The man's head is totally intact and has never been broken off. And indeed, the horns of the goat are also perfect with no repairs or damages.  There is one little area of restoration of the little white pom-pom on the top of the man's white cap.. not seen when the figure is on display. I have photographed this for your inspection. There is a tiny chip to the side of the nose of the goat. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDIMENSIONS: The gentleman figurine measures: 14 inches in height. The width at the widest point is 8 inches. With a depth of about 2 3\/4 inches. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI am pricing him as a sole figure at £225 - which seems a fair price given his rarity value etc. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe left-hand figure shows a lovely lady - and her costume is decorated with matching colours to her partner.  She also stands next to a low wall which has a wee goat facing in the opposite direction next to her. Below, is another matching vase of flowers. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI am wondering if this figurine relates to the Prince of Wales (later Edward VII) as a young man. The Royal Children were often shown with goats - and even had a little cart which was drawn by a pair of little goats. The Prince certainly enjoyed wearing Highland garb. The other figurine might show his sister, the Princess Royal ? \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lady is the partner with her beau. She wears a fancy bonnet with a feather in it (undamaged). She wears a matching blue jacket to her companion and the same long orange fringed scarf.  She wears a country \"milkmaid\" style dress decorated all over with tiny flowers. Again, she cuddles the goat on the wall next to her. The lady has never had her head repaired and there are no damages to the horns of the goat. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCONDITION: This is also in good antique condition - the only condition issues are a little couple of restored chips to the base - on the bottom edge - not noticeable on display, and commensurate with the figure being picked up and put down for over 150 years (as photographed in close up - the areas look worse in my images provided).  They both look fabulous on display. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease examine carefully all the images that I have provided on this listing - as they form part of the description. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDIMENSIONS: overall height is 13 3\/4 inches. The width at the widest point is about 8 1\/4 inches and with a depth of 2 3\/4 inches. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe details on both models are nice and crisp and it suggests that they are early casts from the moulds. Given, the wee restored chippings to the base edge (as photographed) I would be taking this into account and selling this pretty figure at £195 as a separate model. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe price that I am setting on this rare pair is £420 - with a wee reduction down to £395! 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I have taken lots of images for your inspection - please have a good look at them as they form part of my description. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are some little flaws to the figurine which occurred in the making or firing and I will point these out to you. There is a fine firing crack (more of a glaze crack) to the neck of the poacher. His head has most definitely not been damaged or removed - this is a crack made in the firing. There is also a similar little firing crack above the head of the dog and a glaze indentation to the base. I have photographed all of these in close up for your inspection. The is a little graze to the fingers of William Collier. None of these are noticeable when the figure is on display. I have priced to accordingly to take this into account. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a large figurine and measures: 13 inches in height and with a width of 7 1\/2 inches at the widest point. There is a depth of 2 3\/4 inches. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe subject of this figurine is certainly a most interesting and gruesome one. I just love these figures where there is a bit of a controversial history to the subject matter. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe figure shows the murder of Thomas Smith by William Collier. Each man has a hand raised to the other's neck. Two dead game birds at their feet and a dog jumping up. The scene takes place underneath an arch of trees and floral decoration. It depicts the moment in the summer of 1866 when Thomas Smith caught neighbouring farmer William Collier poaching on his land. In the heat of the moment, Collier shot Smith then beat him to death with his rifle until the barrel broke.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollier was living with his wife and family in a cottage. He had the reputation as a poacher supplementing his low income with game. He had many mouths to fill as there were seven children. Collier’s activities were well known and this frequently led to conflict. The struggle between poachers and landowners in the 19th century was often a violent one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollier was found guilty of murdering the landowner and sentenced to hang.  At his execution, the hanging was bunged by the use of an old rope - which stretched and then fell from the beam. Collier fell to the ground and then managed to struggle to his feet, dazed and bloodied. Despite cries from the crowd who had some sympathy with Collier - it was decided to go and get another stronger rope and the ill-fated man was again put in a noose and subject to a second hanging. This did not go down well with the crowd and there were ugly scenes. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e19th-century public hangings were notoriously rowdy affairs with the crowd often engaged in criminal activity. The writer, Charles Dickens spoke out against the antics of the mob after attending a public hanging in the 1850s He wrote:  “I was a witness of the execution at this morning. I believe the sight so inconceivably awful as the wickedness and levity of the crowd collected at that execution “. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo years after Collier’s execution, parliament ended the practice of these public executions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother one of these figurines is in the collection of the Harris Museum and Art Gallery in Preston., and one is the the Aberdeen Art Gallery and Museum.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo a fine and much sought after Victorian model of museum quality and interest. My one is listed at a fair price - other ones have much higher ticket prices with specialist antique dealers. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis figurine will be sent to you with Parcelforce24. It will be posted with tracked and signed for postage to you. 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Beginning in the 1890s, he created posters with his brother-in-law, the Scottish artist James Pryde. They used the pseudonyms J. \u0026amp; W. Beggarstaff. In 1897, Nicholson produced a woodcut print of Queen Victoria that was so well received that it establish his reputation with the British public\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHe also was famed for designed stage sets for J.M. Barrie's play: Peter Pan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMany of his prints were originally issued in a very small run of hand-coloured woodcuts. Their popularity led to the images being transferred to lithographic stones and printed in a bound volume (such as my works listed for sale on my website).  His unique style is instantly recognizable, with the broad strokes from his original woodcuts printed with subtle variations of earth tones, harking back to earlier British book illustrations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe was knighted in 1936. His children were the celebrated artists, Ben Nicholson and Nancy Nicholson. He was also the father of the architect, Christopher \"Kit\" Nicholson. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis highly decorative work is a lithograph from the published series called London Types and shows a portrait of a large Drum Major (Wimbledon Common). He stands and the head of a parade and is dressed in his Highland uniform. He holds a staff in his hand and in the distance you can see his regiment parading behind him.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough not strictly a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eCries of London series - \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e some of these street characters often appear in antique prints stretching back through the previous centuries. They chronicle street life in London in the last part of the 19th century. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe series was published in 1898 in the volume issued by Heinemann, London. The image size is 25.5 x 23 cm. \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFrame size is 39 x 36.5 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe image is printed in black ink on brown-toned paper to imitate the woodcuts and has touches of colour to enliven the image here and there. The print is in good antique condition. The photographs here make the sheet look more of a drab-green colour - rest assured that the paper is a nice buff colour. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt has recently been beautifully and professionally reframed - with a new acid-free mount and stylishly simple black frame. Totally clean and ready for you to just hang up on your wall. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA fair price for this fine artwork which is so beautifully presented. It is priced for sale as an original antique lithograph and not a later copy or modern reproduction. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey will be posted to you either with Royal Mail Tracked and Signed for post or Parcelforce24. This will be a fully insured service and applied to your order at the checkout. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease also see my lovely lithographs by Nicholson (rarer ones!) showing an attractive selection of farmyard animals.  \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iconic Edinburgh","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39332799283264,"sku":"Sold for £175","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0271\/1902\/6240\/files\/new-frame-william-nicholson-1872-1949-original-lithograph-of-a-drum-major-1898-british-prints-943.webp?v=1781650793"},{"product_id":"copy-of-listed-artist-william-nicholson-1872-1949-original-lithograph-of-a-london-barmaid-1898-framed","title":"Framed. WILLIAM NICHOLSON (1872 - 1949). 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This is perhaps my favourite one out of the whole series - and shows a fine lady all dressed up in her Sunday best promenading along Rotten Row. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRotten Row is a broad track or path which runs along the south side of Hyde Park in London. It leads from Hyde Park Corner to the Serpentine Road. During the 18th and 19th centuries, Rotten Row was the fashionable place for upper-class Londoners to be seen horse riding,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNicholson shows two horses trotting in the distance. A fashionable Victorian couple (the gentleman in a very formal top hat) is seen behind the lady in the foreground. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough not strictly a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eCries of London Series - \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e some of these street characters often appear in antique prints stretching back through the previous centuries. They chronicle street life in London in the last part of the 19th century. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe series was published in 1898 in the volume issued by Heinemann, London. The image size is 25.5 x 23 cm. \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFrame size is 39 x 36.5 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe image is printed in black ink on brown-toned paper to imitate the woodcuts and has touches of colour to enliven the image here and there. The print is in good antique condition. The photographs here make the sheet look more of a drab-green colour - rest assured that the paper is a nice buff colour. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt has recently been beautifully and professionally reframed - with a new acid-free mount and stylishly simple black frame. Totally clean and ready for you to just hang up on your wall. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA fair price for this fine artwork which is so beautifully presented. 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There are thatched houses in the background - one of which has a sign that reads: John Dou Tavern \/ Spirits and Ales. You can see some of the congregation sitting at tales outside of the tavern and drinking large glasses of ale. The minister is not shown preaching within the confines of his Kirk - instead, he is outside sited out with the social revellers. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBurns' poem called \u003cem\u003eThe Holy Fair\u003c\/em\u003e exposed a moral tug-of-war that people felt between the Kirk and the pub. This feeling of being torn between the morality of the Kirk and the sociability of the pub was something that Burns himself had experienced. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe scene depicted in Bryden's etching shows the twice-yearly open-air Holy Fair that was held to prepare the righteous for Communion in the parish. This consisted of preaching and prayer meetings lasting several days prior to Communion. But as Burns highlights in this poem, the purpose of the Holy Fair often deteriorated into a mixture of propriety and merriment. The Mauchline Fair would certainly have created a carnival atmosphere in the rural village.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: Frame size is 36.5 x 42 cm. Image size is 21 x 27 cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCONDITION. The print is in excellent antique condition. It has never been framed - and I have had this framed up for sale with a new cream-coloured acid-free mount and simple black frame. It is beautifully presented and ready to hang straight onto your wall. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBIOGRAPHY: \u003c\/span\u003eRobert Bryden was born in Coylton, Ayshire in 1865. 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He worked on wood carving and creating bronze memorial panels.  He has two bronze portraits of William Wallace and Robert the Bruce which can be seen in Ayr Town Hall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis work is the prestigious museum collections including the Hunterian Museum, Glasgow; the Ashmolean Museum in Oxford, the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, the National Portrait Gallery, and the British Museum. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese Burns series etchings are now hard to source and were printed in small editions of one 50 impressions. My selling price reflects the rarity quality of his outstanding Scottish etching.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn etched portrait of Bryden as a young man\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e (by William Strang)\u003c\/span\u003e is in the collection of the National Gallery of Scotland. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iconic Edinburgh","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39358390403136,"sku":"£175. 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The Gardens were supposed to add an element of fun to the Festival of Britain programme. Whilst the majority of goods displayed at the rest of the festival were British, the Pleasure Gardens sourced a number of the fairground rides from the US. 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