Kitchenalia

RARE Vintage 20th Century Australian Blue Magic Krispy Kan by TB Guest

$45

Offered for sale is this rare vintage 20th Century Australian ‘Blue Magic Krispy Kan’ tin food storage tin, made in Melbourne by T.B. Guest & Co. Independently famous before its merger with the Arnotts Biscuit Company (in 1962), Thomas Bibby Guest started making ship’s biscuits in Sydney in 1853 before migrating south to Melbourne in 1856. Eventually building two dedicated factories in the CBD and North Melbourne, the company expanded their range and created many favourite Australian biscuits including: Thin Captain, Tee Vee Snacks, Marie and Nice.

This domestically-produced example of the original USA version makes this a desirable item for kitchenalia collectors. The wonderfully wacky (using biscuits and popcorn to represent flowers) graphics features the ‘Thin Captain’ cracker (incorporating T.B. Guest branding). And the hilariously named ‘Blue Magic Dri-Nob’ glass finial is sure to bring a smile to anyone’s face!

The design features a multi-part cylinder form made from tin and decorated in polychrome printed graphics. The lid holds the removable glass finial (with original crystals still inside).

In very good original condition, no dints. There is patination to the printing, appropriate for this being a used vintage item and not modern reproduction – the asking price takes this into account.

Measures (including glass finial) 23cm (h) x 17.8cm (diameter) approximately.

Please check the photos as they form part of the item description.

Cash or direct deposit sale only. Can freight at buyers expense (must include insurance for damage or loss) or can personally deliver to Macedon Ranges, Melbourne, Geelong or Ballarat CBD’s for a fee. Where possible (or upon request) a physical inspection is available and always encouraged. Accurate as possible description at time of listing, however like any secondhand item is sold without guarantee or return so please ask any questions before purchase - as any sale is final.

ITEM: JL25021

Vintage 20th Century Japanese kitsch novelty ice bucket

$25

Offered for sale is this vintage 20th Century USA celluloid wind-up Donald Duck, made by MARX Toys and dating from the late 1940's. Opening in 1919 and closing in 1980, Louis Marx and Company made a wide variety of toys for children over the 60 years of its existence. They offered several variations of a wind-up Donald Duck.

The design features a standing Donald complete with umbrella - and tail set with a red bow (that spins when wound).

No cracks, chipping or loses to the figure. The original paint has some occasional spots of wear but overall this is minimal (and remarkable considering its age). The winding mechanism works and also slowly rotates him anti-clockwise.

Measures 15.5cm (h) x 10cm (w) x 14 (d) approximately).

Please check the photos as they form part of the item description.

Cash or direct deposit sale only. Can freight at buyers expense (must include insurance for damage or loss) or can personally deliver to Macedon Ranges, Melbourne, Geelong or Ballarat CBD’s for a fee. Where possible (or upon request) a physical inspection is available and always encouraged. Accurate as possible description at time of listing, however like any secondhand item is sold without guarantee or return so please ask any questions before purchase - as any sale is final

ITEM: JL25020

Vintage 20th Century (1956) original Australian Rowntree Chocolates advertisement

$30

Offered for sale is this charming vintage 20th Century original Australian ‘Rowntree Chocolates’ magazine advertisement, published in The Australian Women’s Weekly on 16 May 1956.

In a classical 1950’s ‘Mad Men’ advertising style, the polychrome design features a couple sharing a ‘Carola’ chocolate-and-caramel pastille.

A lovely decorator’s piece for your home or business.

In very good original condition. There is some light patination, appropriate for this being a correct vintage item and not modern reproduction (this includes a small water-stain in the upper left corner).

Measures (framed) 41cm (h) x 31cm (w) approximately.

Please check the photos as they form part of the item description.

Cash or direct deposit sale only. Can freight at buyers expense (must include insurance for damage or loss) or can personally deliver to Macedon Ranges, Melbourne, Geelong or Ballarat CBD’s for a fee. Where possible (or upon request) a physical inspection is available and always encouraged. Accurate as possible description at time of listing, however like any secondhand item is sold without guarantee or return so please ask any questions before purchase - as any sale is final.

ITEM: JN25028

6 x Vintage 20th Century Folk Art placemats by French/Australian designer Anne-Marie Peiffer

$40

Offered for sale is this unique set of six delightful vintage 20th Century decorated Folk Art wooden placemats, created in 1999-2000 by French-Australian artist and puppeteer Anne-Marie Peiffer. Anne-Marie began the multi-lingual Carrousel Theatre in Paris before moving to Australia (à Melbourne) in the mid-1990’s – and for a period of time making a range of decorative furniture and kitchen items. I’d like to thank and acknowledge Anne-Marie for confirming these pieces as her work.

The charming and colourful design features polychrome enamel-decorated wooden rectangular placemats. Using a Folk Art style, on a sunflower yellow ground (also found on the reverse) an inner rectangle is surround by a series of ten stylised heraldic arrows. Within the rectangle on a cream ground are two opposing stylised rampant birds framing a central foliate element of intertwined branches with red flowers. One is signed ‘Anne-Marie Peiffer’.

A lovely and engaging touch for any dinner table.

In very good overall condition. All have a small amount of patination, appropriate for both these being correct vintage items and not modern reproductions.

Each placemat measures 29.2cm x 21.4cm x .3cm approximately.

Please check the photos as they form part of the item description.

Cash or direct deposit sale only. Due to weight and risk of damage during freight, local collection only or can personally deliver to Macedon Ranges, Melbourne, Geelong or Ballarat CBD’s for a fee. Where possible (or upon request) a physical inspection is available and always encouraged. Accurate as possible description at time of listing, however like any secondhand item is sold without guarantee or return so please ask any questions before purchase - as any sale is final.

ITEM: JN25001

Vintage 20th Century Dutch enamelled portable kerosene stove by Haller

$50

Offered for sale is this vintage 20th Century Dutch portable enamelled single-burner kerosene stove, made by Haller and dating from the late 1940’s to 1950’s. The original versions of these were developed in Germany during the early 1900’s so as to allow cheap and affordable cooking options for lower-income households.

The clever and simple design features a four-part enamelled tin form consisting of a baseplate/reservoir stand, wick holder (with height adjuster), support pan (with viewing window) and burner ring (not present). Wicks and a replacement burner ring could be source online.

A great item of kitchenalia as well as for vintage car and caravan lovers (would be great as a part of your picnic set).

In very good overall condition. The support pan has a small amount of enamel loss, the other pieces have light patination appropriate for this being a correct vintage item and not modern reproduction.

Measures (assembled) 19cm (h) x 17cm (diameter, at widest) approximately.

Please check the pictures as they form part of the item description.

Cash or direct deposit sale only. Can freight at buyers expense (must include insurance for damage or loss) or can personally deliver to Macedon Ranges, Melbourne, Geelong or Ballarat CBD’s for a fee. Where possible (or upon request) a physical inspection is available and always encouraged. Accurate as possible description at time of listing, however like any secondhand item is sold without guarantee or return so please ask any questions before purchase - as any sale is final.

ITEM: MY25036

Vintage 20th Century French sommeliers tool for

Hardys Tintara by Cartailler

$40

Offered for sale is this vintage 20th Century French sommeliers corkscrew (Model 92) made by the renowned firm of Cartailler-Deluc for the equally famous Australian wine company, Hardys’s Tintara. Founded in 1892 and still in business today, Cartailler-Deluc are globally renowned for their luxury, high-quality wine accoutrements. The iconic Hardy’s was created in South Australia in 1876 when Thomas Hardy purchased The Tintara Wine Company – founding one of Australia’s most successful and enduring winemaking dynasties. Stamped ‘Made in France’ and ‘Cartailler 92 France’.

The design features a six-part, pinned steel body having a blade, corkscrew and bottle opener/opening rest. One side of the body is embossed, ‘Hardy’s Tintara Wines’. The blade still retains a good edge and all parts open and close smartly.

The perfect gift (or self-treat) for the wine-lover who has everything!

In very good original condition. There light patination to the metals, appropriate for this being a proper vintage item and not a modern reproduction.

Measures (folded) 9cm (l) x 3.2cm (w) x .4cm (d) approximately.

Please check the pictures as they form part of the item description.

Cash or direct deposit sale only. Can freight at buyers expense (must include insurance for damage or loss) or can personally deliver to Macedon Ranges, Melbourne, Geelong or Ballarat CBD’s for a fee. Where possible (or upon request) a physical inspection is available and always encouraged. Accurate as possible description at time of listing, however like any secondhand item is sold without guarantee or return so please ask any questions before purchase - as any sale is final.

ITEM: MY25023

RARE Antique/Vintage 20th Century Australian Hobart Tasmania condiment servers

$95

Offered for sale is this interesting collection of rare antique and vintage 20th Century Tasmanian historical condiment servers, being a matched and engraved pair of English silverplate mustard pots (made by Walker and Hall and dating from 1914) and Australian porcelain transfer-print salt and peppers (made by Westminster of Melbourne and most likely dating from the 1960’s).

Both mustard pots are nicely engraved ‘Trocadero Hobart’ in copperplate script. Near the crisp factory hallmarks are a cross (or + symbol) alongside a ‘1’ and ‘12’ – so these would have formed part of a larger service. Research found a business called ‘The Trocadero’ was advertised in June 1917 as operating a Tea Rooms and musical venue, opposite the Hobart GPO. Its original building was demolished to permit construction of the current Bursary Building (22-26 Elizabeth Street) in 1926 and a Trocadero Café exists at that location today. Trocadero was globally a popular name for dance halls and music venues from the 1910’s to 1930’s.

Each porcelain salt and pepper features a polychrome transfer-print of the famous Hobartian Cat and Fiddle arcade musical clock, which opened in 1962.

All pieces are in very good original condition, no cracks to the original blue glass liners or salt and peppers.

Please check the photos as they form part of the item description.

Cash or direct deposit sale only. Can post at buyers expense (must include insurance for damage or loss) or can personally deliver to Macedon Ranges, Melbourne, Geelong or Ballarat CBD’s for a fee. Accurate as possible description at time of listing, however like any secondhand watch it may need a service, and is sold without guarantee or return so please ask any questions before purchase (as any sale is final).

ITEM: AP25005

Vintage 20th Century novelty drinks pourer in form of

knights helmet

$25

Offered for sale is this fun vintage 20th Century novelty drinks pourer in metal, most likely made in Japan and estimated as dating from the 1970’s to 1980’s.

The entertaining design features a multi-part form created as a stylised knight’s helmet, the visor allowing to be raised for pouring. The mount has a rubberised cone to allow fitting various bottle openings.

A great practical as well as decorative bar item for your castle (or home bar).

In excellent original condition. Over time the metals have lightly patinated, appropriate for this being a proper vintage item and not modern reproduction.

Measures (including stem) 15cm (h) x 7cm (wide, including visor lowered) x 4cm (diameter, at widest) approximately.

Please check the photos as they form part of the item description.

Cash or direct deposit sale only. Can freight at buyers expense (must include insurance for damage or loss) or can personally deliver to Macedon Ranges, Melbourne, Geelong or Ballarat CBD’s for a fee. Where possible (or upon request) a physical inspection is available and always encouraged. Accurate as possible description at time of listing, however like any secondhand item is sold without guarantee or return so please ask any questions before purchase - as any sale is final.

ITEM: MR25019

Vintage 20th Century Italian novelty oversize drinks pourer and swizzle stick

$35

Offered for sale is this oversize vintage 20th Century Italian crystal glass drinks pourer and swizzle stick. The pourer was identified as being made for Christina Glass and most likely dating from the 1950’s to 1960’s. Research indicated this company sourced glassware from a variety of European countries (including Sweden).

The fun design features a large brandy balloon form with serving spout and decorated with gold gilding. There is a large etched crowned and wreathed ‘N’, referencing the ‘Napoleon’ cognac designation (an unofficial age classification for blended cognacs, considered of superior quality).

A great practical as well as decorative glassware item for home or business use.

In very good overall original condition, no cracks or chipping. There is some light patination to the gilding, appropriate for this being a proper vintage item and not modern reproduction. There is a very small loss to the end of the swizzle stick (as pictured) that does not affect its stirring ability.

Measures 19cm (h) x 13.5cm (diameter, at widest) approximately.

Please check the photos as they form part of the item description.

Cash or direct deposit sale only. Can freight at buyers expense (must include insurance for damage or loss) or can personally deliver to Macedon Ranges, Melbourne, Geelong or Ballarat CBD’s for a fee. Where possible (or upon request) a physical inspection is available and always encouraged. Accurate as possible description at time of listing, however like any secondhand item is sold without guarantee or return so please ask any questions before purchase - as any sale is final.

ITEM: MR25017

Vintage 20th Century Shedwork match-stick serving tray

$25

Offered for sale is this charming vintage 20th Century Shedwork parquetry timber serving tray, most likely made in Australia post-WW2.

The design features a multi-part construction, square timber form with raised sides and bent-cane handles. The base portion has been inlaid with over 680+ individual spent matches to create a diagonally-set square parquetry pattern.

A useful as well as fun decorative item.

In very good overall original condition. There is some patination appropriate for this being a proper vintage item and not modern reproduction.

Measures (including handles) 4.7cm (h) x 29.3cm x 29.3cm approximately.

Please check the photos as they form part of the item description.

Cash or direct deposit sale only. Can freight at buyers expense (must include insurance for damage or loss) or can personally deliver to Macedon Ranges, Melbourne, Geelong or Ballarat CBD’s for a fee. Where possible (or upon request) a physical inspection is available and always encouraged. Accurate as possible description at time of listing, however like any secondhand item is sold without guarantee or return so please ask any questions before purchase - as any sale is final.

ITEM: MR25014

Antique/Vintage 20th Century Art Deco lidded butter dish

$25

Offered for sale is this antique/vintage 20th Century Art Deco pressed-glass lidded butter dish, most likely made in Australia and estimated as dating from the late-1920’s to 1930’s.

The bold and handsome design features a two-part moulded clear glass form with rounded edges. Classical Art Deco geometric styling is present in its banding and use of simple square/round motifs. The glass has the “greasy” vasoline look that differentiates this from modern reproductions.

In very good overall original condition. There is some patination, appropriate for this being a proper antique/vintage item and not modern reproduction. One corner has a very tiny loss and there’s a small amount of fritting along one internal edge (as pictured) but no huge, ugly losses (many examples have a large amount of damage to the internal rim of the lid – there are none with this one).

Measures (with lid fitted) 8cm (h) x 12.5cm x 12.5cm approximately.

Please check the photos as they form part of the item description.

Cash or direct deposit sale only. Can freight at buyers expense (must include insurance for damage or loss) or can personally deliver to Macedon Ranges, Melbourne, Geelong or Ballarat CBD’s for a fee. Where possible (or upon request) a physical inspection is available and always encouraged. Accurate as possible description at time of listing, however like any secondhand item is sold without guarantee or return so please ask any questions before purchase - as any sale is final.

ITEM: MR25004

Vintage 20th Century South Korean Las Vegas bottle opener

$25

Offered for sale is this vintage 20th Century South Korean novelty bottle opener, made by the Bell Metal Industrial Company and estimated as dating from the 1960’s to 1980’s. Found in 1954, the company continues operation today as a manufacturer of products for the beauty industry.

The fun and eye-catching design features a rectangular form in chromed metal with inset polychrome and resin panel. On a pale green/teal ground, the panel contains the words ‘Las Vegas’ surrounded by two stylised playing cards (Ace of Spades and King of Diamonds), gold coins, a roulette wheel and two dice in play. Research found there were a variety of colour combinations produced.

A great accessory for any card player, the home bar/pool/trophy room or business.

In excellent overall original condition.

Measures 1cm (h) x 10.5cm (l) x 4cm (w) approximately.

Please check the photos as they form part of the item description.

Cash or direct deposit sale only. Can freight at buyers expense (must include insurance for damage or loss) or can personally deliver to Macedon Ranges, Melbourne, Geelong or Ballarat CBD’s for a fee. Where possible (or upon request) a physical inspection is available and always encouraged. Accurate as possible description at time of listing, however like any secondhand item is sold without guarantee or return so please ask any questions before purchase - as any sale is final.

ITEM: FE25027

Antique late-19th/early-20th Century chip-carved footed

oak trivet

$35

Offered for sale is this lovely antique late-19th/early-20th Century chip-carved oak trivet, most likely English in origin and estimated as dating from the 1890’s to 1920’s.

The attractive design features a bevilled-edge rectangular form with extensive incised carving. A central star-motif boss is framed by an opposing diagonal square with sunbursts and small notched-point galleries. Completed by another four sunbursts and engraved borders.

A charming as well as practical decorator’s piece.

In excellent original condition.

Measures 3.5cm (h) x 14.3cm x 14.7cm approximately.

Please check the photos as they form part of the item description.

Cash or direct deposit sale only. Can post at buyers expense (must include insurance for damage or loss) or can personally deliver to Macedon Ranges, Melbourne, Geelong or Ballarat CBD’s for a fee. Accurate as possible description at time of listing, however like any secondhand item is sold without guarantee or return so please ask any questions before purchase (as any sale is final).

ITEM: JA25041

Vintage 20th Century Arts and Crafts style chipwork

serving tray

$55

Offered for sale is vintage 20th Century Arts and Crafts style chip-carved hardwood (probably oak) serving tray, most likely Australian in origin and estimated as dating from the 1930’s to 1950’s. Despite extensive research, the artist can’t currently be identified.

Inspired by 19th Century examples, the design features a low square form with side galleries. A central stylised flower is framed within a square, surrounded by a repeated border of flowers that mimic this. There is notch-work as well as extensive stippling of the relief to create a textured ground. Two galleries have repeated lozenges, the other spaced stippling to perhaps suggest bamboo. Set on six small turned wooden feet.

A lovely practical (as well as purely decorative) original piece of woodcraft.

In very good original overall condition. The handles (which appear to be from the 1950/60’s) may not be original to the piece. There is patination appropriate for this being a proper vintage piece and not modern reproduction.

Measures (excluding handles and including feet) 37.5cm x 38.5cm x 3cm approximately.

Please check the photos as they form part of the item description.

Cash or direct deposit sale only. Can freight at buyers expense (must include insurance for damage or loss) or can personally deliver to Macedon Ranges, Melbourne, Geelong or Ballarat CBD’s for a fee. Where possible (or upon request) a physical inspection is available and always encouraged. Accurate as possible description at time of listing, however like any secondhand item is sold without guarantee or return so please ask any questions before purchase - as any sale is final.

ITEM: JA25022

Vintage 20th Century English Huntley & Palmers 'Wedgewood' biscuit tin

$25

Offered for sale is this vintage 20th Century English printed tin cake/biscuit tin, made by Huntley and Palmers and most likely dating from the 1950’s. This iconic firm was founded in 1822, becoming known around the world for its range of distinctive novelty tins (at one time they had the largest biscuit factory in the world). Whilst production ceased in the 1990’s, the company re-launched in the mid-2000’s and continues operation today.

The design features a Wedgewood-inspired decorative theme on a blue ground. Covered with Neo-Classical Revival elements such as putti, triumphal foliate, cupids, statuary, vases, maidens, livestock and children.

A great practical as well as attractive piece of kitchenalia.

In overall good original condition. There is some exterior patination and wear (as pictured), appropriate for this being a proper vintage item and not modern reproduction. The interior is in excellent condition.

Measures (with lid fitted) 10cm (h) x 21cm (diameter, at widest) approximately.

Please check the photos as they form part of the item description.

Cash or direct deposit sale only. Can freight at buyers expense (must include insurance for damage or loss) or can personally deliver to Macedon Ranges, Melbourne, Geelong or Ballarat CBD’s for a fee. Where possible (or upon request) a physical inspection is available and always encouraged. Accurate as possible description at time of listing, however like any secondhand item is sold without guarantee or return so please ask any questions before purchase - as any sale is final.

ITEM: JA25021

Vintage 20th Century Australian Mid-Century Modern/

Atomic Age kauri pine serving tray

$40

Offered for sale is this vintage 20th Century Australian turned kauri pine and plastic serving tray, made by Benoits Enterprises Woodware and most likely dating from the 1960’s. Despite research, there is little available information about this company however they are known to have produced a variety of turned tablewares in kauri pine.

The Mid-Century Modern/‘Atomic Age’ design features a low, broad dished tray form with attached turned central boss having twin circular bound handles. Its overall design is practical as well as decorative, the central boss having a series of twelve holes to hold toothpicks/skewers (kabana, pineapple and cheese anyone?). The bright red plastic and contrasting cream binding provide a great visual pop!

A fun piece, colourful and bright as well as practical.

In very good original condition. There is some patination to the wood, as expected from a vintage item and not modern reproduction. Was gently nourished with a natural beeswax to protect and enhance the timber.

Measures 15cm (h) x 35cm (diameter) approximately.

Please check the photos as they form part of the item description.

Cash or direct deposit sale only. Can freight at buyers expense (must include insurance for damage or loss) or can personally deliver to Macedon Ranges, Melbourne, Geelong or Ballarat CBD’s for a fee. As with any vintage watch I recommend allowing for a service. Where possible (or upon request) a physical inspection is available and always encouraged. Accurate as possible description at time of listing, however like any secondhand item is sold without guarantee or return so please ask any questions before purchase - as any sale is final.

ITEM: JA25008

Vintage 20th Century Italian Art Deco-style moulded glass

Pineapple Pattern bowl

$15

Offered for sale is this fun vintage 20th Century Italian pressed glass ‘pineapple pattern’ serving bowl, made in the style of Co.Vetro SpA and estimated as dating from the 1980’s.

The Art Deco-style design features a flat base, angled bowl form with a series of six stylised pineapples framed by ‘starburst’ chevrons and clear central boss. Very 1920’s chic!

Perfect for serving salads, desserts, pastries or as a fruit bowl.

In excellent original condition. No cracks or chipping. Rings perfectly when struck.

Measures 9.5cm (h) x 22cm (diameter) approximately.

Please check the photos as they form part of the item description.

Cash or direct deposit sale only. Can freight at buyers expense (must include insurance for damage or loss) or can personally deliver to Macedon Ranges, Melbourne, Geelong or Ballarat CBD’s for a fee. Where possible (or upon request) a physical inspection is available and always encouraged. Accurate as possible description at time of listing, however like any secondhand item is sold without guarantee or return so please ask any questions before purchase - as any sale is final.

ITEM: JA25005

Vintage 20th Century Indonesian moulded glass Fleur-de-Lys serving bowl by KIG

$25

Offered for sale is this vintage 20th Century Indonesian/Malaysian pressed glass ‘Fleur de Lys’ serving bowl, made by the Kedaung Industrial Group (KIG) and dating from the 1970’s. Started by Agus Nursalim in 1969 and still in business today, KIG has become one of the largest manufacturers of glassware and tableware in south-east asia.

The elegant clear glass design features a curving upper ridge, the angled base having a series of highly-detailed bands with raised fleur-de-lys, foliate and square lozenge elements. Finished by a central ten-point star boss, which smartly completes the luxurious look and feel of this quality piece.

Perfect for serving salads, desserts, pastries or as a fruit bowl.

In excellent original condition. No cracks or chipping. Rings perfectly when struck.

Measures 9cm (h) x 22cm (diameter) approximately.

Please check the photos as they form part of the item description.

Cash or direct deposit sale only. Can freight at buyers expense (must include insurance for damage or loss) or can personally deliver to Macedon Ranges, Melbourne, Geelong or Ballarat CBD’s for a fee. Where possible (or upon request) a physical inspection is available and always encouraged. Accurate as possible description at time of listing, however like any secondhand item is sold without guarantee or return so please ask any questions before purchase - as any sale is final

ITEM: JA25004

Vintage 20th Century Australian kauri serving platter

by Eric Juckert

$45

Offered for sale is this vintage 20th Century Australian decorated kauri wood tray, made by artist Eric Juckert and estimated as dating from 1959 to 1965. A well-known and much-loved personality on Philip Island, Eric was already a highly-regarded potter and painter when he moved to the island in 1959 (at Grossard Point), establishing a studio gallery (and menagerie of domestic and exotic animals). From 1959 until 1965 (when electricity finally reached his property - allowing for an electric kiln to be installed) he took to painting wooden plaques and other tourist pieces.

Born in Richmond in 1918, Eric studied with important 20th Century potter Una Deerborn in the mid-1930’s before starting his own studio (selling to David Jones and Myer). Serving in the RAAF during WW2, post-service he moved within the Melbourne area several times before travelling overseas and returning to finally settle on the island. Eric was known to have supported other local creatives (including the Summerlands Art Group) throughout his own career. During his lifetime, the quality of his textures and glazes became recognised domestically and internationally. In 1988 he completed a much-appreciated mural celebrating 150 years of colonisation on the island (that still hangs in the Cowes Cultural Centre). Ceasing pottery production in 1992, he passed away in 2004. Eric’s pottery is held in the National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) and many private collections.

In 2018, a story from his colourful life at Grossard’s Point was celebrated with an online comic strip created by Melbourne cartoonist and filmaker Bernard Caleo.

The design features a low, turned bowl form with wooden and plated metal carry-handle. This has been hand-decorated with three stylised Aboriginal hunting implements and weapons: a boomerang (with stylised turtle, kangaroo, snake and faux-totemic elements), woomera and club (having faux-totemic ovoid elements applied).

In very good original condition. There is some soft patination, appropriate for this being a proper vintage item and not modern reproduction.

Measures (including handle) 10cm (h) x 32cm (diameter) approximately.

Please check the photos as they form part of the item description.

Cash or direct deposit sale only. Can freight at buyers expense (must include insurance for damage or loss) or can personally deliver to Macedon Ranges, Melbourne, Geelong or Ballarat CBD’s for a fee. Where possible (or upon request) a physical inspection is available and always encouraged. Accurate as possible description at time of listing, however like any secondhand item is sold without guarantee or return so please ask any questions before purchase - as any sale is final.

ITEM: JA25003

Vintage 20th Century English tripleplate gravy boat/creamer

by Mappin & Webb

$85

Offered for sale is this vintage 20th Century English triple-plated ‘Princes’ Plate’ silver tri-footed gravy boat/creamer, made by Mappin & Webb and estimated as dating from the late 1920’s. Founded in Sheffield in 1775 and still in business today, this globally-renowned luxury silver/silverplate, jewellery and watch firm (now based in London) has held multiple Royal Warrants since 1889 (its current master craftsman is the Crown Jeweller). Full factory hallmarks are underneath the body with a ‘Z’ date mark (an internal code used by Mappin & Webb).

The elegant and delightful design is modelled on English Georgian and Regency Neo-Classical Revival examples of the 18th and 19th Centuries. It features a classical gravy boat form with generous broad spout, open foliate-scroll handle, curvaceous rolled edges and body that sits neatly on three foliate-shaped tiered feet. The quality of the plating is exceedingly high, and casting very light – this is not a clunky, battleship-heavy piece of plate! Feels excellent in hand, easy to pour.

Perfect for returning to food service or could easily hold sweets/lollies/candied fruits, etc.

In very good overall original condition. There is some light patination to the plating, appropriate for this being a proper vintage piece and not modern reproduction. Please note the left rear foot has a very slight curl (which could easily be dressed out if felt necessary).

Measures 8cm (h) x 15cm x 8cm approximately.

Please check the photos as they form part of the item description.

Cash or direct deposit sale only. Can freight at buyers expense (must include insurance for damage or loss) or can personally deliver to Macedon Ranges, Melbourne, Geelong or Ballarat CBD’s for a fee. Where possible (or upon request) a physical inspection is available and always encouraged. Accurate as possible description at time of listing, however like any secondhand item is sold without guarantee or return so please ask any questions before purchase - as any sale is final.

ITEM: DE24026

Antique/Vintage 20th Century English silverplate cobalt glass jam/sugar bowl

$30

Offered for sale is this antique/vintage 20th Century English footed silverplate and glass sugar/jam serving bowl, estimated as dating from the 1920’s to 1930’s. Despite extensive research the manufacturer could not be identified.

The attractive and unusual design features a form with split-feet and curved side panels, each riveted to a pierced, half-round trough (which has two circular bosses underneath) to create the body. The curvaceous carry-handle (that mimics the shape of the panels) is likewise riveted to the top of each side. The trough snuggly holds its original cobalt blue glass liner.

As most examples of this time have longer bodies (and with troughs usually formed using in a 90-degree angled ‘V’), being more compact makes this a rarer type. Being riveted also marks this as being of better quality – as later examples are usually brazed.

In very good overall original condition. Importantly, the glass liner has no chips or cracks. There is some light patination to the plating (particularly the top of one side panel), which yes the asking price takes into account. Please note the spoon is potentially a marriage - being made by the International Silver Company (USA) and is hallmarked ‘R.C. Co.’.

Measures (excluding spoon). 15cm (h) x 16.5cm (w) x 6.7cm (d) approximately.

Please check the pictures as they form part of the item description.

Cash or direct deposit sale only. Can freight at buyers expense (must include insurance for damage or loss) or can personally deliver to Macedon Ranges, Melbourne, Geelong or Ballarat CBD’s for a fee. Where possible (or upon request) a physical inspection is available and always encouraged. Accurate as possible description at time of listing, however like any secondhand item is sold without guarantee or return so please ask any questions before purchase - as any sale is final.

ITEM: DE24014

Vintage 20th Century English printed metal biscuit/cake tin

$20

Offered for sale is this vintage 20th Century English printed metal cake/biscuit tin, made post-WW2 and estimated as dating from the 1950’s to 1960’s. Despite research, the manufacturer currently can’t be attributed.

The fun design features a lid with well-detailed polychrome photographic image of mixed fruits and a glass basket against a red ground. The sides have a repeated gallery of stylised fruits in gold on a red/burgundy ground.

In very good original condition, both externally and internally. Over time some light patination has developed, appropriate for this being a proper vintage item and not modern reproduction.

Measures (with lid fitted) 6.8cm (h) x 26cm (diameter) approximately.

Please check the pictures as they form part of the item description.

Cash or direct deposit sale only. Can freight at buyers expense (must include insurance for damage or loss) or can personally deliver to Macedon Ranges, Melbourne, Geelong or Ballarat CBD’s for a fee. Where possible (or upon request) a physical inspection is available and always encouraged. Accurate as possible description at time of listing, however like any secondhand item is sold without guarantee or return so please ask any questions before purchase - as any sale is final.

ITEM: AU24017

Vintage 20th Century cast brass teddy bear trivet/plaque

$25

Offered for sale is this vintage 20th Century Taiwanese cast-brass trivet/decorative plaque, made post-WW2 and estimated as dating from the 1970’s to 1980’s. Despite research the factory is unknown.

The charming design features a stylised teddy bear with ribbon collar. Set on four feet with rubber mounts.

A fun as well as practical decorative piece for any home or business.

In excellent original condition. Over time a warm patination has developed, appropriate for this being a vintage piece and not modern reproduction. It has been left for the next owner to determine if they’d want to polish and remove this.

Measures 17cm x 13cm x 1.5cm (d) approximately.

Please check the photos as they form part of the item description.

Cash or direct deposit sale only. Can post at buyers expense (must include insurance for damage or loss) or can personally deliver to Macedon Ranges, Melbourne, Geelong or Ballarat CBD’s for a fee. Accurate as possible description at time of listing, however like any secondhand watch it may need a service, and is sold without guarantee or return so please ask any questions before purchase (as any sale is final).

ITEM: JL24015

Vintage 20th Century Hong Kong painted tin carry tray

and tea caddies

$85

Offered for sale is this charming vintage 20th Century Hong Kong-made pressed metal service tray and matching tea caddies, estimated as dating from the 1970’s to 1997. Research indicates this design was originally produced by The Metal Tray Manufacturing Company Limited (England). All pieces stickered on reverse ‘Made in Hong Kong’.

The tray has a black ground, its polychrome-decorated design features a curved tray form (that mimics Classical Chinese shapes) with applied printing. It presents a ‘Westernised’ domestic scene that incorporates auspicious symbolism such as overarching cherry blossom and fruiting cumquat. Most likely set within a patio area, a bannister of Archaic-style lattice panels (and two large potted trees) frame a seated Court Official/Head of Household being brought a noodle bowl by a young child. On the right two women are standing, holding fans and wearing 1920-30’s-style silk pajamas. Behind them is a three-panel room divider with blossom decoration. The entire scene is framed by a repeated border with repeated elongated shapes and roundels.

One tea caddy repeats scenes taken from the tray design, the lid having a central boss with various auspicious birds including: two heron, two geese and a sparrow.

The other has a lovely cream ground utilising red and gold as highlights. One panel depicts a rural scene besides a lake (incorporating a pagoda, house and mountain) with an elderly man and young attendant fishing underneath a large cherry tree in blossom. There are also three butterflies (symbolising beauty, freedom and longevity). The second panel has a riparian or seaside scene (complete with boat) and a single female figure holding a fan and standing underneath cherry blossom (there are also another three butterflies). The lid has a ‘shou’ symbol (for longevity) and accompanying cherry blossom with six butterflies.

In very good overall original condition. There is a some light patination and wear, appropriate for this being a proper vintage item and not modern reproduction.

The tray measures 2cm (h) x 41cm x 33.5cm (d), and each tea caddy (with lid fitted) 11cm (h) x 10cm x 10cm approximately.

Please check the photos as they form part of the item description.

Cash or direct deposit sale only. Can freight at buyers expense (must include insurance for damage or loss) or can personally deliver to Macedon Ranges, Melbourne, Geelong or Ballarat CBD’s for a fee. Where possible (or upon request) a physical inspection is available and always encouraged. Accurate as possible description at time of listing, however like any secondhand item is sold without guarantee or return so please ask any questions before purchase - as any sale is final.

ITEM: JA25006

Vintage 20th Century Finnish Flora pattern glass bowl

by Iittalla

$45

Offered for sale is this charming vintage 20th Century Finnish moulded ‘Flora’ pattern glass salad/serving bowl, made by Iittala and designed by famous Finnish designer Oiva Toikka. Now part of the Fiskars Group, Iittala was founded in 1881by Petrus Abrahamsson, the firm becoming globally-recognised for producing distinctive modern Scandinavian art glass. Originally designed in 1966, this example is estimated as dating from the 1980’s (second generation production).

As fun, clever and attractive as it is functional the design features a tall-sided, flat-base bowl form in clear glass. Set around the exterior are a series of stylised foliate elements – trees, oversize flowers, wheat and grasses. These are repeated on the base, which also incorporates a central boss to form an overall ‘flower’ with the foliate elements being the petals.

In excellent original condition, no chipping or cracks.

Measures 10.5cm (h) x 19.5cm (diameter, at widest) approximately.

Please check the photos as they form part of the item description.

Cash or direct deposit sale only. Can freight at buyers expense (must include insurance for damage or loss) or can personally deliver to Macedon Ranges, Melbourne, Geelong or Ballarat CBD’s for a fee. Where possible (or upon request) a physical inspection is available and always encouraged. Accurate as possible description at time of listing, however like any secondhand item is sold without guarantee or return so please ask any questions before purchase - as any sale is final.

ITEM: JA25015