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Vintage 20th Century ex-NATO 7.62mm 1000-round ammo box

$75

Offered for sale is this vintage 20th Century NATO 7.62mm (1,000-rounds) ammunition box (empty of course), possibly ex-West German supplied and dating from 1987.

Great piece for any militaria collector. Also a practical (and tough) storage box! You could also add a piece of glass and convert to a low coffee-table.

In very good original condition.

Measures 37cm (w) x 33cm (d) x 22cm (h) 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: OC23015

Vintage 20th Century Indian Sheesham hardwood

portable side table

$85

Offered for sale is this vintage 20th Century Indian-made Sheesham-wood hardwood portable side (or coffee) table, most likely dating from the 1960’s to 1980’s.

The hand-carved design features stylised classical Indian foliate patterns; the central boss inset with a floral emblem. Each leg features stamped and hand-worked patterning and is cut in the form of a peacock with its plumes showing.

Often called ‘Indian Rosewood’, apart from its natural deep red colour one of the great qualities of Sheesham wood is its durability by being resistant to termites.

A charming and useful decorative piece for any home or business – very boho chic.

Over the years the timber has developed patination and wear that reflects it being a vintage piece and not modern reproduction.

Measures 37cm x 37cm (square) x 38cm (high, with base fitted) 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: OC23004

HUGE Vintage 20th Century (1980) Aotearoa New Zealand hardcarved Hei Tiki statue by Master Carver John T Rua

$750

Offered for sale is this stunning oversize vintage 20th Century Aotearoa (New Zealand) Māori hand-carved wooden hei tiki statue, created by Ngai Tuhoe Tohunga Whakairo (Master Carver) John T Rua and dating from 1980. John has an impressive whakapapa being the grandson of revered Māori Prophet Rua Kenana and as a literal ‘living treasure’ in Aotearoa is considered a master and cultural leader in his gift of whakairo artwork. Becoming deaf at a young age lead him to eventually study whakairo under the tutelage of fellow Tohunga Whakairo Hone Te Kauru Taiapa (of Ngāti Porou) and graduate with honours from the prestigious New Zealand Māori Arts and Crafts Institute in 1972 (where Hone had been appointed its first master carver in 1966). From here John continued to develop an impressive body of work carving thousands of individual pieces as well as working on many marae and other buildings of national significance. This unique artwork would have been carved when John was living in Otautahi (Christchuch) during his preparation to work on the Ngā Hau E Whā National Marae (where he also taught during its construction). The reverse is signed ‘J T Rua’ and underneath there is an incised ‘N34-392-1’. In 1992 his service to Aotearoa was recognised with the presentation of The Queens Medal. John’s work is held in private and public collections globally. Today he lives in the Bay of Plenty area, continuing to teach whakairo as well as sign-language throughout the region.

The design is a classical and powerful pre-European contact representation of a hei tiki. John has made this piece with great care and attention to detail (including the cord-hole on its temple). The eyes are inset with hand-cut paua shell.

To purchase a new, similar original (and not tacky tourist-ware) modern whakairo of this importance, size and quality would cost thousands. And rightly so.

This one-off piece of incredible artwork has the mana to grace any serious Māori whakairo collection, or perhaps as a competition trophy for Australian-based kapa haka groups. Tihei Māoriora!

Over the years the timber has developed a patination and wear that reflects its creation from a natural timber.

Measures 50.5cm (h) x 20cm (w) x 10cm (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: AU23004

Vintage 20th Century Mid-Century Modern bentwood Teak

ice bucket and tongs

$65

Offered for sale is this vintage 20th Century bent teak and steel lined lidded ice bucket, complete with original matching tongs. The manufacturer is unknown however it’s most likely Japanese in origin and dating from the 1960’s to 1970’s.

Get ready to party with this funky retro beauty folks! Throw the keys in the bowl, head down to the sunken lounge, drop the needle on the record and clean the pool with this groovy bar accessory – if only it could talk. Bow-chika-wow-wow ….

The smart design is constructed from bent teak wrapped around a steel ice bucket, with one of the highlights being the handles with detailed cutouts and circular drop carry-handles.

In very good original condition.

Measures (with lid) 22cm (h) x 19.5cm (diameter, excluding handles) 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: JN23033

Vintage 20th Century Art Deco-style lidded wooden box

$95

Offered for sale is this vintage 20th Century lidded box, most likely Australian (or possibly English) in origin and dating from the 1950’s. The maker is unknown, however the DALCO hinges and lock-plate stamped 'B&R 1. Lever' may offer some indication for further research.

The design of this smart and well-constructed box comes straight from Art Deco period, using bold geometric lines accentuated by the use of contrasting multi-toned veneers.

Ready to be used again as a useful container, or perfect interior decorative item.

In excellent original condition.

Measures 35cm (w) x 14cm (h) x 22.5cm (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: JL23008

UNIQUE Vintage 20th Century Australian? raffle barrel Shedwork

$125

Offered for sale is this vintage 20th Century wooden Raffle Barrel, most likely made in Australia and estimated to date from the 1930’s to 1960’s.

This wonderful example of Shed Work has resulted in an absolutely one-off, unique piece – you will not find another like it!

The barrel is cleverly constructed from what appears to be cedar or pine skirting board, with sides taken from reclaimed furniture and the frame made from various timber off-cuts (reinforced by pressed-metal bracing cut from old biscuit/oil tins). Both hasp locks are stamped ‘STRONG’ and lid-hinges designed in a Gothic Revival style. Whoever crafted this has taken great care to build a proper, working item. The sort of person who truly understood ‘made do and mend’ or perhaps lived through WW2 and/or the 1930’s Great Depression and didn’t like waste!

A quirky and fun item for home or business decoration. Also works perfectly well for its intended use as a raffle barrel.
In very good original condition, there is wear from use and age that reflects it being a correct vintage item and not modern reproduction. The entire barrel and frame were carefully nourished with a natural beeswax to enhance and protect the patination.

Measures 37cm (w) x 27.5cm (h) x 24.5cm (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: MY23006

Vintage 20th Century Australian Mid-Century Modern relief-carved sculpted panel by Enid Hodkinson

$95

Offered for sale is this vintage 20th Century Australian-made relief-carved wooden hanging panel, made in Melbourne and most likely dating from the 1950’s to 1960’s. There is a label on the reverse that identifies the creator as Enid Hodkinson of Lower Templestowe. Despite research am unable to offer further information on Enid’s work at this time – although it is rare to see a piece of vintage wood-carving that can be attributed to a female artist.

In a Mid-Century Modern style, from a single piece of softwood Enid has expertly crafted a stylised image of a tall pitcher and stand of lillies. It would have taken many hours of careful work to render this smart, original work of art!

A charming decorative item for home or business. Would be a perfect compliment to any Boyd home or 1950-60’s apartment.

In excellent original condition.

Measures 85.5cm (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: AP23019

Vintage 20th Century Louis XV-style carved oak and leather footstool

$75

Offered for sale is this vintage 20th Century carved oak and leather footstool in ovoid form, most likely made from the 1930’s to 1950’s. The country of origin is unknown.

The design is inspired by 18th Century Louis XV examples, showcasing classical Icanthus leaf foliage and curved cabriole legs which terminate in ball-feet (all feature attractive scrollwork). Well-constructed and nicely carved.

In very good original condition, the leather has patinated which adds to its overall ‘French Provincal boho’ look (you could always replace this with a fancier/bespoke cloth if desired). The springing and webbing has retained excellent tension.

A charming and useful piece of attractive furniture.

Measures 45cm x 34cm x 25cm (h) 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: AP23018

LARGE Vintage 20th Century Papua New Guinea (Massim/Trobriand Islands) hardwood bowl

$145

Offered for sale is this large vintage 20th Century Papua New Guinea (Massim/Trobriand Islands) carved hardwood bowl, made post-WW2 and most likely dating from 1950’s to 1970’s.

Given the scarcity of native tropical hardwoods through over-logging, pieces of this size (and depth) are now extremely hard to find as materials are very limited. Before collectors recognise this rarity and prices jump (as they should for such interesting work) the time to buy good pieces such as this example is now!

The expressive and powerful hand-carved design represents a stylised fish (possibly a Grouper) detailed in the distinctive carving style endemic to the Massim/Trobriand Islands. The eye is an inset Cowrie shell. A great degree of skill and care has been taken to create this impressive bowl.

Both a unique decorative as well as useful piece.

Measures 44.5cm (l) x 31.5cm (w) x 6.5cm (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: MR23042

RARE Vintage 20th Century Solomon Islands hardwood

slit drum

$175

Offered for sale is this rare vintage 20th Century Solomon Islands carved hardwood and mother-of-pearl slit drum, most likely dating from the 1950’s to 1970’s.

Very few examples in this intriguing form have come onto the open market (and are especially hard to find in this size, given the scarcity of native hardwoods).

The powerful design features a double-ended (and double-sided) abstract anthropomorphic representation of either a fish (possibly a dolphin) or (given a drum means communication) stylised human face with an open mouth. Both original strikers are present.

An unusual and highly-individual original piece of Melanesian artwork. Would look great in any Mid-Century Modern home.

In very good to excellent original condition. No chipping or losses.

Measures 36cm (l) x 9cm (at widest) x 9cm (at highest) 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: MR23015

Vintage 20th Century German/Black Forest? double-sided chipcarved trivet

$35

Offered for sale is this unusual vintage 20th Century double-sided chip carved/kerbschnitt softwood trivet/display tile, possibly German in origin and from the Black Forest region.

Rare to have a double-sided example, each panel features a different (and complicated) arrangement of carefully cut shapes. A great degree of skill and care has gone into its creation.

Perfect for decorative or practical use.

Measures 15cm x 14.5cm x 1.1cm (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: FE23048

Vintage 20th Century Phillipines hand-carved hardwood bust

of an Igorot Chief/Warrior

$125

Offered for sale is this large vintage 20th Century carved wooden bust (possibly teak or mahogany), made in the Phillipines post-WW2 and estimated as dating from the 1960’s to 1970’s.

The sculptor has skilfully carved this realistic image of a male chief/warrior from the Igorot tribe of northern Luzon. The level of detail is high and carries a great deal of human expression and dignity.

Perfect statement piece for home or business decoration.

Shows patination commensurate with its age as a genuine vintage item (with losses to the necklace, and a crack), as pictured. It was carefully nourished with a natural beeswax to enhance and protect the unique finish developed over many years.

Measures 31cm (h) x 23.5cm (w) x 16.5cm (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: JA23034

Vintage 20th Century African Ashanti ebonised hardwood

Mid-Century Modern-style statue

$35

Offered for sale is this vintage 20th Century African Ashanti ebonised hardwood statue, made post-WW2 and most likely dating from the 1970’s to 1990’s.

A handmade piece, you can see where the artist has used a chisel to skilfully carve this stylised image of a female tribe member. This form is often associated with fertility.

The ebonising shows wear and patination appropriate for being a genuine vintage item and not modern reproduction. There is a small crack to the base (which could be glued if felt necessary).

Measures 26.5cm (h) x 9cm (w) x 3cm (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 item is sold without guarantee or return so please ask any questions before purchase (as any sale is final).

ITEM: JA23033

Vintage 20th Century Spanish Folk Art wooden carved medieval knight possibly by Bonachera & Andujar

$75

Offered for sale is this vintage 20th Century hand-carved hardwood (oak?) statue, made in Spain and most likely dating from the late-1960's to early-1970's. Research indicated a potential maker as the firm Bonachera and Andujar.

Created in a Folk Art style, the design features a one-piece hand-carved form with polychrome enamel decoration. It depicts a knight with shield and holding a spear.

A fun and quirky collector’s piece for any castle or fortress.

There is patination (and oxidation/wear to the base) which confirms this as a genuine vintage item and not modern reproduction.

Measures 23cm (h) x 10cm (w) x 7cm (d), excluding the base (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: JA23015

Antique/Vintage 20th Century Congolese Mangbetu ebony bust with Edamburu hairstyle

$125

Offered for sale is this antique/vintage Century African hand-carved ebony bust, most likely from the Congo and estimated as dating from the 1900’s to 1930’s.

In a powerful Minimalist style the carver has rendered a strong, dignified image of a Mangbetu woman with traditional Edamburu/Tumburu hairstyle (the facial scarification depicted may further identify her as coming from the Uele District of today’s northern Congo). Popular during the 19th and early 20th Century as a symbol of status and health, Edamburu/Tumburu is still used today and referenced in popular culture (such as in Marvel’s ‘Wakanda’ nation).

Importantly, the carver has taken great care to represent the complicated and culturally significant design of this unique Central African hairstyle.

The piece has the design, patination, oxidation and hand-carved qualities of a genuine antique and not modern reproduction. Please feel free to do your own research before purchase.

Measures 14.5cm x 6cm 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: DE22025

UNIQUE Vintage 20th Century Tasmanian Norfolk Oast House blackwood model

$70

Offered for sale is this unique vintage 20th Century Australian trine item, a Tasmanian blackwood turned lidded box, made in Tasmania (St Matthews Close, New Norfolk) and most likely dating from the 1950's to 1970’s. Features a typed label that reads ‘Derwent Valley “Oast-house”, In Tasmanian Blackwood, From St.Matthews Close, New Norfolk, Tasmania.”.

As on the label, the wood-turner has used three bands of (now rare) Tasmanian blackwood to form a stylised Oast House (itself a rare building in Australia). This one-off model mimics the design of the Norfolk Oast House found at Valleyfield Homestead, overlooking the Timtumili minanya (Derwent River).

A charming as well as useful piece of Tasmanianalia.

In overall excellent original condition. No chips, splits or cracking.

Measures (with lid) 15cm (h) x 12.3cm (diam.) 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: NO22025

RARE 3 x Antique/Vintage 20th Century Tiwi Island spears

$2,100

Offered for sale is this group of three extremely rare antique/vintage 20th Century Tiwi Island spears, estimated to date from 1901 to the 1970’s. Am currently unable to offer attribution as to which family group or individual craftsperson created them. Happy to have these authenticated by any prominent auction house or qualified Aboriginal artefact dealer before sale.

Rarely found on the open market and usually sold at auction, these are highly sought after and rightly command prices commesurate with their significance and scarcity.

One is a throwing spear, the others barbed. Some original painted decoration is still present, however has faded over time. In as-found condition, have not been cleaned or treated in any manner – that is up to the new owner to decide.

There are small losses, however this reflects their age as genuine antique/vintage items and not modern examples or fakes.

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: OC22005

Vintage 20th Century African primitive Mid-Century Modern antelope hardwood statue

$80

Offered for sale is this vintage 20th Century African hard-carved statue in native hardwood (probably teak), most likely dating from the 1970’s to 1980’s and from Central/West Africa (potentially Kenya).

Wonderfully carved using a Mid-Century Modern Style to form a stylised female antelope, the design reflects both the skill of the carver and their obvious connection to the wildlife that surrounds and sustains them. Everything needed to represent the animal has been made with simplicity and powerful lines. Nothing unnecessary, no embellishment – just pure representation.

The accentuated, curved hind also recognises the power of fertility and its importance to both human and animal. And the yellow glass trade beads offer a unique ‘pop’ to its most-expressive, carved face.

The statue was carefully treated with a natural beeswax to respect, protect and highlight its patination. The hardwood has a delicious glow to it!

Measures 41cm (h) x 7.5cm (w) x 17cm (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: SE22011

Vintage 20th Century Spanish wooden carrier box

$55

Offered for sale is this vintage 20th Century Spanish-made handled wooden carrier, most likely dating from the 1960’s to 1970’s.

In a ‘Spanish Mission’ style, this is a fun and quirky bit of interior design! At some point in the past it’s been painted matt black and dry-brushed with gold paint. All very boho chic and lifts it from the heavy brown staining it would have originally had. The fun thing is that in different light it can look more cream/sand than gold, and sometimes the matt black seems a dominant colour - a bit like THAT dress.

A useful as well as decorative item - sturdily constructed and can hold a variety of items (as pictured, but not included – eg wine bottles, magazines, records, etc).

Measures 56cm (h) x 50cm (w) x 23cm (d).

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: AU22033

Vintage 20th Century marquetry 'Angry Dolphin' platter

$35

Offered for sale is this vintage 20th Century marquetry platter in hardwood, most likely dating from 1950’s to 1960’s.

The unusual design features a dolphin with a seriously angry look ... ‘What’s that Flipper? We’ve stuffed up the oceans, put you in entertainment parks and took all the fish?'. Well I’d be *(^*$#^ angry too!!’.

A quirky and useful (as well as decorative) styling item for any the home or business. You could also carefully add a loop to convert it into a wall plaque. Personally I’d like to see this end up on board the Sea Shepherd.

In very good overall condition, there’s one tiny mark (as pictured).

Measures 29cm (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: AU22021

Vintage 20th Century Balinese carved polychrome mask of

Cili/Dewi Sri

$95

Offered for sale is this vintage 20th Century Balinese hand-carved softwood and polychrome decorated wall mask of Cili (or Dewi Sri), worshipped on the island as the Hindu goddess of rice, fertility, prosperity and feminine energy. This mask most likely dates from the 'golden age' of Australian/Balinese tourism, the 1980's to 1990's.

A charming, colourful and unique decorative item for home or business.

Over the years it has taken on a wonderful level of patination. The original dust has been left for the next owner to decide if wanting to clean (I chose not to remove as part of respecting its history).

Measures 43cm (h) x 25cm (w) x 9cm (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: AU22011

Vintage 20th Century African hand-carved hardwood casket with five sides depicting wildlife

$95

Offered for sale is this vintage 20th Century carved hardwood casket, most likely from Central Africa and dating post-WW2.

Please note the sale of this item will create a $15 donation to The Thin Green Line, a global charity that supports rangers who defend and protect endangered species.

The five-sided design features a deeply relief-carved stylised representations of iconic African wildlife – elephant, water buffalo, leopard, and both black and white rhino. The naive style of carving is powerful and engaging - a charming decorative as well as practical item.

The casket was carefully nourished with a natural beeswax to enhance and protect the hardwood. Has patina from use (confirming it as a vintage item) but no damage.

Measures 15cm (h) x 25cm (w) x 18.5cm (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: JL22021

Vintage 20th Century Fijian tribal statue 'The Lovers'

$25

Offered for sale is this vintage 20th Century hand-carved hardwood Pacifica statue, most likely Fijian and made in the 1960-70’s. This carving is often called ‘The Lovers’ and references a folk tale of forbidden love between two tribal groups.

A great piece of retro fun, perfect for home or business decoration. Stamped ‘hardcarved’ on the base.

In excellent condition.

Measures 32cm (w) x 7cm (diam.) 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: JL22005

Antique/Vintage 20th Century Papua New Guinea (Trobriand/Massim Islands) Lime/Betel Nut mortar and pestle

$175

Offered for sale is this vintage 20th Century Papua New Guinea (Trobriand Islands/Massim) carved hardwood Lime/Betel Nut pestle and mortar, estimated as dating from 1900 to 1950.

The hand-carved design features classical Trobriand boxed line-work inset with white lime. There are two uncommon features; the pestle has an unusual pair of notched twin wings (or sails) and mortar two elongated stylised ancestors at the base.

A powerful and dynamic original work of art.

The timber shows appropriate age and patination, there are two cracks (as pictured) which only develops over long periods of time.

Measures 48cm (h) x 7cm (diam.) approximately, when fitted together.

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: JN22017

Vintage 20th Century carved wooden keyring holder of

horse riding theme

$30

Offered for sale is this vintage 20th Century Papua New Guinea (Trobriand Islands) carved hardwood bowl, created post-WW2 and most likely dating from the 1970’s to 1980’s. Given the scarcity of native hardwoods due to over-logging, reasonably-sized examples such as this are getting harder and harder to find.

With a distinctive spike on its head, the unusual design is based on the anthropomorphic tribal expression of a Unicorn Fish. A very rare form, as wooden fish-bowls from the Trobriands are almost always based on the Grouper (my research actually found no other examples for comparison).

In excellent original condition.

Measures 34cm x 20cm x 3cm (deep) 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: JN22003