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Why Buying Antiques Makes the Perfect Christmas Gift - Natalia Willmott

Why Buying Antiques Makes the Perfect Christmas Gift

This holiday season, step away from the ordinary and embrace the timeless charm of antiques and vintage finds.

 Elegant Faience Les Islettes plate with roses - Natalia Willmott

SO GORGEOUS FOR A WALL Beautiful hand painted  plate from Les Islettes, France, around 1820 from £22

Not only are antique and vintage pieces rich in history and character, but they also carry a unique personal touch that modern items simply can’t replicate. Each piece tells it's own story, making it a meaningful and thoughtful gift that stands out from the crowd.

 

JUST THIS AMAZING COLOUR set of blue cobalt blue poison bottles, Great bottles for styling and using as vases. Circa 1910 £85

Plus, antique gifts make a lasting impression. They are often one-of-a-kind, ensuring your loved ones receive something truly special this Christmas. Consider browsing our carefully curated selection of ceramics, artwork, and other timeless pieces, and give a gift that will be cherished for generations to come.

 small antique landscape oil painting - Natalia Willmott

PRETTY TO ADD TO A BOOKSHELF Oil on board depicting a cottage in a beautiful lanscape. British, painted by a W.Hemsley, 1911  £40

Buying antiques also supports sustainability—these items are recycled treasures, contributing to a circular economy, and reducing waste. Whether it's vintage ceramics, artwork, or a vintage piece of jewellery, giving an antique gift adds a sense of nostalgia and elegance, perfect for those who appreciate beauty and craftsmanship.

GREAT FOR CREATING A TREE MADE WITH BRANCHES Made in Belgium or France , first half of 20th £95

Antiques under £25

WHO DOESN'T LOVE A BOW? Beautiful hand painted  plate from possible Nevers, France, early 19th c- £25

ADD A POP OF PINK Pair of vases in a gorgeous pink glaze.Signed Lovatt's Langley Ware England. 1920-30 £25

 

 

A GREAT PIECE OF HISTORY William Hornsby beer bottle, Mansfield, circa 1912 £10

SUCH A BEAUTIFUL PATTERN Thick linen antique large French napkins hand dye in a gorgeous orange with a beautiful damask chequerboard pattern.  France, circa 1910 £20

ONE HUNDRED YEARS AGO French wallpaper sample from 1924 £15

 

Antiques under £50

GORGEOUS TO STYLE WITH OTHER OBJECTS Finely woven bamboo, Kun-it Burmese lacquerware box circa 1900-1930 £48

THE PERFECT LITTLE VASE Lovely cornflour blue or cobalt blue stoneware floor polish bottles from 1910’s.  £30

 

FOR THE FLOWER LOVER Beautiful hand painted  plate from Les Islettes, France, around 1820 £55

ADD A BIT OF PATTERN IN YOUR ROOM Beautiful antique Minton tile . Art Nouveau period circa 1912 £35

Antiques under £150

 

A LITTLE PIECE OF HISTORY Beautiful antique wooden plaster casting mould with a lovely trefoil pattern. Circa 1900-20. £110

JUST FABULOUS GLASS-Antique Bohemian glass Circa second half of 19th century £50

 

A LOVELY DRAWING Drawn by Jean Clark in the early 1940’s (unsigned). Lincoln School of Art £80

JUST THE PERFECT SIZE Beautiful small pair of Arts and Crafts brass candle holders £70

KEEP ALL YOUR FAVOURITE DRINKS TOGETHER Beautiful antique gallery tray circa 1890-1900. £160

PRESERVING TEXTILE HISTORY Cushion made on one side from a 19th century handwoven Indonesian Songket end and red silk on the back. £120

 

Antiques under £250

DISCOVER THIS FABULOUS DRAGON_antique cloisonne dragon bowl £160

WHICH SIDE TO DISPLAY-Oil on board double sided portraits of ladies with the typical roll hairstyle of the 1940's £245

 

THE MOST INCREDIBLE SHEEN -antique turbo marmoratus shell £200

 

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