Category: Acquisitions
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Silver Salt and Pepper Shakers
Exquisitely tiny sterling silver tableware by Pete Acquisto (2025.007.1-2)
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Silver Sugar Tongs
Delicate sterling silver sugar tongs for afternoon tea by Pete Acquisto (2025.005)
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Pair of Silver Candlesticks
A pair of elegant sterling silver candlesticks by Pete Acquisto (2025.006.1-2)
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Storage Basket or Dog Bed
Large and detailed basket by Cinzia Milella of Ludmilla’s Creations (2023.005)
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Elegant Fan
Graceful Baroque or Rococo fan with mock-tortoiseshell sticks, by an unknown artisan (2023.013)
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Selection of Six Wine Bottles
Six wine bottles, by Art of Mini, form the starting collection of the Quartermaine wine cellar (2023.014.1-6)
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Mouse with Slice of Christmas Cake
A mouse has claimed the ultimate treat in this little vignette by Laura Brownhill of Country Treasures (2023.011)
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Long Tailed Tit under a Glass Dome
Beautiful still life of a long-tailed tit and its nest by Laura Brownhill of Country Treasures (2023.010)
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Rodin’s Age of Bronze
Small-scale copy after Rodin’s controversial bronze by the brilliant Neil Carter (2023.001)
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Lord Leighton’s Sluggard
A limited-edition copy after Lord Leighton’s sensuous sculpture by Neil Carter (2022.237)
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Egg Rack
A practical little egg rack for the kitchen by Laura Brownhill of Country Treasures (2022.240)
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Porcelain Dancer or Harlequin
Graceful porcelain figurine similar in style to the works of Tricia Street (and thus attributed to her) (2022.236)
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Aldine Edition of Petrarch
Early edition of work by the great Italian poet, copied in miniature by Cose di un altro mondo (2022.231)
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The Works of Suetonius
One of the classic works of Roman history, copied in miniature by Cose di un altro mondo (2022.230)
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Two Volumes of the Works of Tacitus
Two-volume set of the works of the Roman historian, copied in miniature by Cose di un altro mondo (2022.227.1-2)
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Antique Book
Beautiful early leather-bound book, copied in miniature by Cose di un altro mondo (2022.232)
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History of the Netherlands
One of the classic works of Roman history, copied in miniature by Cose di un altro mondo (2022.230)
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In Praise of Ziralda
A 16th-century celebration of a Paduan dancer, copied in miniature by Cose di un altro mondo (2022.233)
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Yesterdays with Authors
A collection of literary memoirs, copied in miniature by Cose di un altro mondo (2022.226)
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The Poetical Works of Lord Byron
Selected poems by the bad boy of English literature, copied in miniature by Cose di un altro mondo (2022.228)
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Liturgy of Holy Week (Semaine Sainte)
Text of the Catholic liturgy, reproduced in miniature by Cose di un altro Mondo (2022.229)
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The Sociable Snake: A Board Game
Simple 1890 board game in the form of a snake, reproduced by Zena Coffield (2022.221)
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Round the World with Nellie Bly: A Board Game
An 1890 board game inspired by the pioneering journalist, by Zena Coffield (2022.223)
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Pack of Hat Pins
A crucial accessory for any lady’s dressing table, this pack of hat pins is by Zena Coffield (2022.222)
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The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes
Pair of quintessential detective novels, reproduced by Ken Blythe (2022.238.1-2)
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Basket of Peaches and Cherries
A rustic basket of gorgeous peaches and cherries by Olga Alexiou (2022.217)
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London: A Pilgrimage
Pioneering guide to 19th-century London by a leading French artist, reproduced by Ken Blythe (2022.215)
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Silver Handled Cane
Elegant cane with sterling silver handle and ferrule attributed to Shevchenko Silver (2022.210)
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Chippendale Mirror with Musical Details
A stunning, gloriously OTT gilded mirror by Alison Davies, painted by Karen Bell (2022.206)
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Music-Themed Wall Sconces
Pair of elegant Rococo sconces featuring musical motifs by Alison Davies and Karen Bell (2022.209.1-2)
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Nine French Books
Set of nine volumes of French literature and history, by Alison Davies (2022.242.1-9)
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Pair of Candelabra with Putti
Gorgeous pair of elaborate candelabra supported by putti, by Alison Davies, painted by Karen Bell (2022.207.1-2)
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Pair of Rococo Frames
Pair of magnificently elaborate frames by Alison Davies, painted by Karen Bell (2022.208.1-2)
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La Belle au Bois Dormant
Intricate little sculpture showing a sleeping beauty on a grandiose throne by Andrea Arrigoni (2022.200)
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Bust of a Woman
Gorgeous sculpture of an idealised woman by Andrea Arrigoni of Big Man Small World (2022.201)
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Naval Flags of All Nations
Reference work listing British and international naval flags, by Ken Blythe
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History of English Costume
Lively series of coloured prints showing costume from the middle ages to the Regency, by Ken Blythe
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English Shells: Conchology
Richly illustrated scientific text focusing on English shells, by Ken Blythe2022.195
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Portraits of Biblical Figures
A replica of a sumptuous early modern manuscript with portraits of Biblical women, by Ken Blythe (2022.191)
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The Armies of Europe
Colourful picture book presenting army uniforms from across the Continent, by Ken Blythe (2022.190)
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Album of Broadsides
Scrapbook full of broadsides recounting Victorian murders and ill deeds, reproduced by Ken Blythe
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Geographical Fun
Delightfully inventive 1868 atlas with witty maps, reproduced by Ken Blythe (2022.192)
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The Triumph of Emperor Maximilian I
Facsimile of a manuscript celebrating the deeds of the Holy Roman Emperor Maximilian I by Ken Blythe2022.188
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A Chestnut Gelding after Adam
Hand-painted copy by Barbara Wilson, after a painting by Emil Adam (2022.187)
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Octagonal Plate with Classical Women
Elegant 2008 painted plate by Natasha Beshenkovsky showing two women in classical dress (2022.186)
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Staffordshire Couple in Pink with Lamb
Charming little Staffordshire-style group of a couple with a sheep by Kay Lewis (2022.181)
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Valentine’s Card with Regency Ladies
Multi-layered Victorian Valentine by an unknown artist (2022.183)
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Valentine’s Card with Regency Couple
Intricate Regency-style Valentine’s card by an unknown artisan (2022.185)
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Stoneware Plate with Floral Design
Beautifully detailed 1994 plate with a design of flowers by Jane Graber (2022.177)
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Stoneware Plate with Floral Design
Beautifully detailed 2016 plate with a design of flowers by Jane Graber (2022.178)
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Stoneware Plate with Bird
Beautifully detailed 1985 plate with a bird design by Jane Graber (2022.180)
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Stoneware Plate with Rooster
Delicate stoneware plate with rooster decoration by Jane Graber (2022.179)
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Georgian Decanter
Elegant glass decanter to grace the dinner table, by Phil Grenyer of Glasscraft (2022.173)
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Black Plate with Rose
Elegant little plate with a garland and rose motif by Natasha Beshenkovsky (2022.154)
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Bronze Horse’s Head Ornament
A majestic statuette of a horse’s head by Art Forge, perfect for the Smoking Room (2022.169)
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Ship’s Figurehead
A superb decorative piece by the masters of miniature whimsy, Nantasy Fantasy (2022.171)
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Aliette: A Doll
Gorgeous little brunette doll in a sailor suit by Victoria Heredia Guerbós (2022.166)
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Flowers in a Vase after Bosschaert
Superb hand-painted miniature copy by Leslie Smith, after Ambrosius Bosschaert (2022.153)
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Oval Tray with Hunting Motif
Tray with a motif of a huntsman painted by Natasha Beshenkovsky (2022.155)
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Set of Three Storage Jars
Set of three storage jars for raisins, currants and sultanas by Stokesay Ware (2022.160 [Currants]; 2022.161 [Raisins]; 2022.162 [Sultanas])
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Pink and Bronze Tray with Classical Scene
This tray has been painted with a wonderful Grecian-style scene by Natasha Beshenkovksy (2022.158)
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Copper Kettle
Beautifully shaped copper kettle ready for the kitchen stove, by George Chapman (2022.170)
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Group of Cherub Musicians
Exceptional detail abounds in this remarkable piece by Victoria Heredia Guerbós (2022.168)
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Pair of Blue & White Porcelain Cats
Delightful pair of matching blue-and-white cats by Sally Meekins (2022.172.1-2)
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Six Copper Plates
Six warm copper plates by the late Paul Brownhill of Country Treasures (2022.165.1-6)
Quartermaine Hall 