{"title":"for the design enthusiast","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFor the person who knows their Eames from their Ercol, appreciates a good design story and always notices the furniture first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"an-unused-1960s-guzzini-white-plastic-picnic-set-italy","title":"An unused 1960s Guzzini white plastic picnic set (Italy)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA Guzzini white plastic picnic set.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAll original manufacturers stickers still in place.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe set includes 6 large plates, 6 side plates,  6 fruit or dessert saucers, 6 glasses, 1 container for salt and pepper, 1 container for oil\/salad dressing. 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This is the 30oz version with a refined pouring lip (model 03\/1), presented in excellent condition with the original late-1960s Stelton sticker still intact on the base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned in 1967 and released in 1968, the Cylinda-Line set a new aesthetic for Scandinavian tableware: pure cylinders, brushed stainless steel and a complete absence of ornament. This jug is a perfect example - architectural, functional, and beautifully balanced in the hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDetails\u003cbr\u003e• Designer: Arne Jacobsen\u003cbr\u003e• Maker: Stelton\u003cbr\u003e• Model: 03\/1\u003cbr\u003e• Capacity: approx. 30oz\u003cbr\u003e• Material: Brushed stainless steel\u003cbr\u003e• Dimensions: 17cm high, 8cm diameter at base\u003cbr\u003e• Origin: Denmark, late 1960s\u003cbr\u003e• Condition: Excellent vintage condition, no box, original Stelton sticker to base\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout Arne Jacobsen (1902–1971)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArne Jacobsen was one of the leading voices of Danish modernism. Trained as an architect, he designed everything from buildings to cutlery, approaching each discipline with the same clarity of form and precision. 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This rare surviving example is signed by Henry Moore, adding significant value and collectability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe poster features Moore’s monumental \u003cem\u003eThree Piece Reclining Figure no. 1 \u003c\/em\u003ein\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003ebronze set against open sky - a perfect illustration of how his large-scale organic forms interact with landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe poster shows slight natural crumpling consistent with its age, but this is minimal and does not detract.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNewly framed in a soft-toned wooden frame chosen to echo the patina of the sculpture, and fitted with ArtGlass to dramatically reduce glare and reflections.\u003cbr\u003eFrame size: 65 × 90 cm.\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Excellent vintage condition overall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout the Exhibition\u003cbr\u003eMoore’s 80th Birthday Exhibition in 1978 marked an important national celebration of his contribution to British art. Hosted in Bradford - close to his Yorkshire birthplace - the exhibition brought together major outdoor and indoor works, presenting Moore not only as a sculptor of international significance but as a central figure in Britain’s post-war cultural identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout Henry Moore\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHenry Moore (1898–1986) is regarded as one of the most influential sculptors of the 20th century. His abstracted, semi-figurative forms, often inspired by the human body and natural landscapes, transformed modern sculpture. 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This is a classic example of mid-century Scandinavian craftsmanship, with refined proportions, softly tapered legs and a strong frame that still feels light in the room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHovmand-Olsen was known for creating furniture that was practical and understated, but always with an intelligent attention to detail. His chairs in particular are admired for their comfort and simplicity, with subtle shaping that gives them a calm, timeless presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis chair has been carefully restored in house. The teak frame has been stripped back and re-oiled using high quality Danish oil, bringing out the warmth and grain of the wood. The seat has been hand woven by us using Danish paper cord sourced from Denmark, in the traditional method. The result is a chair that feels clean, honest and beautifully made, with the kind of texture and craftsmanship that is increasingly hard to find.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA perfect dining chair for a Scandinavian interior, and equally good as a desk or occasional chair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRestoration\u003cbr\u003e    •    Frame stripped and re-oiled with Danish oil\u003cbr\u003e    •    Seat hand woven using Danish paper cord (woven in-house)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition\u003cbr\u003eExcellent vintage condition. The frame is structurally sound and the seat weave is new.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions\u003cbr\u003e76 x 48.5 x 44cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigner - Arne Hovmand-Olsen (1919–1989)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArne Hovmand-Olsen was a Danish furniture designer born in Kirkeby Sogn, Denmark, in 1919. Raised in a farming family, he showed a strong early interest in drawing and making things, which led to an apprenticeship as a cabinetmaker with P. Olsen Sibast in 1938. After completing formal training in furniture design, including study at technical furniture design school, Hovmand-Olsen established his own design studio in 1944, blending traditional woodworking skill with modern design thinking.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcross the 1950s and 1960s he became known for his clean yet expressive furniture, creating seating, tables, cabinets and occasional pieces for leading Danish makers such as Bramin, Elven Geertsen, J.L. Møller, Jutex and particularly Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHovmand-Olsen’s work is characterised by its organic lines, subtle joinery and emphasis on natural wood, especially teak, oak and rosewood. 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Charles studied architecture at Washington University in St. Louis before establishing an architectural practice, while Ray, born Bernice Alexandra Kaiser, trained as a painter at the Hans Hofmann School of Fine Arts in New York. The pair met at the Cranbrook Academy of Art in Michigan in the late 1930s and married in 1941, beginning a lifelong creative partnership.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWorking from their studio in Venice, California, the Eameses collaborated with manufacturers including Herman Miller in the United States and Vitra in Europe. They are best known for pioneering moulded plywood and fibreglass furniture, producing iconic designs such as the Lounge Chair and Ottoman (1956), the Moulded Plywood Chairs (1946) and the Aluminium Group seating (1958). 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Measuring 35cm in diameter, it retains its original maker’s stamp to the underside and rotates smoothly on its concealed bearing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFounded in Hørve, Denmark, Digsmed became one of the country’s leading manufacturers of teak kitchenware and serving accessories during the post-war period. The company specialised in practical domestic objects crafted from carefully selected hardwoods, producing serving boards, bowls, trays, cheese boards and Lazy Susans that were exported throughout Europe, Britain and North America.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eLike many Danish manufacturers of the period, Digsmed embraced the principles of Scandinavian modernism, producing functional household objects with an emphasis on quality materials, skilled craftsmanship and understated design. 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Rather than highly polished industrial finishes, designers working in this tradition embraced irregular textured and flowing glazes that highlighted the hand-crafted qualities of ceramics. Pettinger's designs for Somerset Pottery combined these studio influences with practical domestic objects, creating pieces that feel both sculptural and approachable. 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Trained as an architect at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts under Kaare Klint, he later succeeded Klint as Professor of Furniture Design in 1955. Wanscher was known for his scholarly approach to furniture history and his careful study of historical forms, which he translated into modern furniture with exceptional craftsmanship and proportion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMany of his designs were produced by master cabinetmakers including A. J. Iversen and P. 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Born in Leith, Edinburgh, to Italian parents, Paolozzi studied at Edinburgh College of Art and later at the Slade School of Fine Art in London. Throughout his career he combined imagery drawn from science, engineering, advertising, popular culture and technology, creating works that reflected the rapidly changing world of the post-war era.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduced in 1971 to accompany Paolozzi's exhibition at the Tate Gallery, this original offset lithograph captures the bold graphic qualities for which the artist became renowned. Characterised by layered imagery, strong typography and a fascination with the relationship between art, industry and mass communication, Paolozzi's work remains remarkably contemporary more than fifty years later.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePaolozzi was a founding member of the Independent Group, the influential circle of artists, architects and critics whose ideas laid the foundations for British Pop Art. His work is represented in major collections worldwide, including the Tate, the Victoria and Albert Museum, the Museum of Modern Art in New York and numerous public collections throughout Europe and North America.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs both an exhibition poster and a work of graphic design in its own right, this piece offers an opportunity to acquire an original example connected to one of Britain's most important post-war artists. 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The knives have lightweight hollow handles, a distinctive feature of Welch’s design, which improved their balance and handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe set is housed in its original fitted wooden canteen, combining teak and rosewood with a green felt lining. The two hinged side compartments fold out to reveal the neatly arranged cutlery, creating an attractive presentation when opened.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eComprising table and dessert knives and forks, tablespoons, soup spoons, teaspoons, coffee spoons, two serving spoons and a cheese knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eAn exceptionally well-preserved example of British midcentury design, with both the cutlery and its original wooden case in pristine condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDesigner and Manufacturer\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eRobert Welch (1929-2000) was one of Britain’s leading postwar industrial designers. He studied at the Royal College of Art before establishing his studio in Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire, in 1955.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThat same year, he was appointed consultant designer to J. \u0026amp; J. Wiggin, manufacturers of Old Hall stainless steel tableware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eWelch’s work for Old Hall helped establish stainless steel as a material for contemporary domestic design. His approach combined simple geometric forms with careful consideration of function, proportion and balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eIntroduced in 1963, the Alveston cutlery range became one of his most successful designs, receiving a prestigious Design Centre Award in 1965.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003ePristine vintage condition. 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Often referred to as cement-relief prints. Rather than depicting dramatic landscapes or scenes, he often focused on simple everyday objects such as tea bowls, lanterns, doors and architectural forms, reducing them to their essential shapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eChawan\u003c\/i\u003e (the Japanese word for a tea bowl) is a wonderful example of this approach. Printed in 1981, the work combines a subtle cement-relief embossing with delicate colour and texture, creating an image that feels both tactile and serene. The silver ginkgo leaf motif sits quietly against the softly textured surface, reflecting the Japanese appreciation for simplicity, craftsmanship and the beauty found in ordinary objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis example is signed, titled and numbered 10\/130 in pencil and bears Maki’s personal red seal. It is presented in a silver aluminium frame and remains in very good condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA thoughtful and beautifully executed work by one of Japan’s most collected twentieth-century printmakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIn very good condition. 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The contrast between the industrial clarity of the acrylic and the warmth of the natural cane is characteristic of Italian design in the 1960s and 1970s, when designers were increasingly interested in combining traditional materials with new manufacturing techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe box is beautifully constructed, with the lucite acting almost like a frame around the woven cane. Light passes through the transparent structure while the cane introduces texture and pattern, creating an object that functions equally well as storage or as a decorative piece. It works particularly well on a desk, dressing table or coffee table, where the materials can be appreciated from all angles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDesigner\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAlessandro Albrizzi was an Italian designer and entrepreneur best known for his work with lucite and acrylic furniture and accessories during the 1960s and 1970s. His designs embodied the optimism of the Space Age, embracing modern materials while maintaining the refinement associated with Italian design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWorking from Milan, Albrizzi produced a range of furniture, lighting and decorative objects that explored transparency, reflection and light. Today his lucite pieces are increasingly sought after by collectors for their ability to sit comfortably in both contemporary and mid-century interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eGood vintage condition. The lucite has been professionally polished to reduce surface wear. 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The simplicity of the form allows the materials to take centre stage, with the reflective steel appearing to float within the transparent lucite body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAlbrizzi was particularly interested in the visual effects created by transparency and reflection, and this box demonstrates that approach perfectly. Depending on the light and viewing angle, the steel surfaces create changing reflections that give the piece a surprising sense of depth. The clean geometric form and restrained material palette make it a particularly versatile decorative object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDesigner\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAlessandro Albrizzi was among the designers who helped popularise acrylic furniture and accessories in post-war Italy. His work embraced new materials and manufacturing methods while retaining the elegance and precision associated with Italian modernism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eHis lucite objects became particularly popular during the 1970s, when transparent materials were seen as a symbol of modernity. Decades later, Albrizzi’s work remains highly collectable and is recognised as an important part of Italian design history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eGood vintage condition. The lucite has been carefully polished to improve clarity and reduce surface wear. 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The stepped, grooved detailing and symmetrical shape are characteristic of the geometric forms used in British Art Deco design during the 1930s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRobert Goodden was a British designer and silversmith who produced several pressed-glass designs for Chance Brothers during the decade. Chance Brothers was founded in Smethwick in 1822 and became one of Britain’s most important manufacturers of industrial, architectural and domestic glass. The company was particularly known for its technical glass production, including lighthouse lenses, before expanding its domestic ranges during the 20th century. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough originally made as an ashtray, its  proportions allow it to be used as a decorative bowl or vide-poche.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigner: Robert Goodden\u003cbr\u003eManufacturer: Chance Brothers\u003cbr\u003eModel: Orlak\u003cbr\u003eDate: circa 1935\u003cbr\u003eCountry of origin: England\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Pressed opal glass\u003cbr\u003eColour: Pale blue\u003cbr\u003eDimensions: \u003cbr\u003eCondition: Vintage condition with age-related surface marks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"a fold of chairs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58322971984256,"sku":null,"price":70.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/3093\/files\/Untitled_73aaafdb-f5d3-46a5-abb2-be5ce2371618.jpg?v=1782290635"},{"product_id":"a-murano-sommerso-glass-rectangular-dish","title":"Murano Sommerso Glass Vide-Poche (1960s\/70s)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMurano Sommerso Glass Vide-Poche\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFor centuries, the Venetian island of \u003cb\u003eMurano\u003c\/b\u003e has been synonymous with the finest art glass in the world. Protected by the Venetian Republic from the thirteenth century onwards, Murano’s glassmakers developed techniques that were closely guarded for generations. By the mid-twentieth century, the island had become the centre of a remarkable period of innovation, with glasshouses such as Seguso, Mandruzzato, Venini and Sommerso producing bold, sculptural objects that came to define Italian modern design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis elegant vide-poche is created using the \u003cb\u003esommerso\u003c\/b\u003e technique, one of Murano’s most celebrated innovations. Meaning \u003ci\u003e‘submerged’\u003c\/i\u003e in Italian, sommerso involves encasing one coloured layer of glass within another layer of crystal while the glass remains molten. The process creates remarkable optical depth, allowing colour to appear suspended within the glass and shift beautifully as the piece catches the light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIts geometric rectangular form contrasts with the soft, organic bowl that appears to float within it. The combination of cool blue encased within warm peach-tinted crystal creates an ever-changing interplay of colour and reflection, making the piece as sculptural as it is functional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDesigned as a \u003cb\u003evide-poche -\u003c\/b\u003eliterally ‘empty pockets’- it is the perfect resting place for keys, jewellery or other treasured objects, while also serving as a striking standalone work of glass sculpture. 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The lamp measures 44cm in diameter and 23cm high and is raised on a simple circular base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe bullicante technique was developed on the island of Murano during the 1930s and became one of the defining innovations of post-war Italian glassmaking. The process involves trapping a regular pattern of tiny air bubbles between layers of molten glass using a mould fitted with metal spikes. A second layer of glass is then applied, permanently sealing the bubbles within the body of the piece. The technique requires exceptional control of temperature and timing, making it one of Murano’s most technically demanding decorative processes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDuring the 1950s and 1960s, Murano glasshouses including Venini, Barovier \u0026amp; Toso, Seguso Vetri d’Arte, Cenedese and Archimede Seguso experimented extensively with bullicante, producing lighting, vases and sculptural glass that combined traditional Venetian craftsmanship with modern forms. 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