Lot 153: Lot of Vintage Homewares and Furniture Sundries

Description

A collection of vintage items including a tiled-top wooden side table, a mid-century wall-mounted display shelf, a pair of chrome-plated 'Tea' and 'Sugar' canisters, and two decorative brass accent pieces. Key Details: * Origin/Era: Mid-20th Century * Material: Wood, Ceramic Tiles, Metal (brass, chrome-plated steel), plastic * Style: Rustic, Mid-Century Modern, Baroque Revival (brass pieces) Condition: The wooden table exhibits significant wear, including scratches on the surface and sides, and one leg is detached and broken. The tiles on the tabletop show some scuffs and wear consistent with age. The metal wall shelf has surface wear and some corrosion. The chrome-plated canisters show minor tarnishing and surface scratches. The brass decorative pieces have a natural patina and some surface wear. Interesting fact: * Inlaid tile-top tables were popular in the mid-20th century, often handmade or featuring unique patterns. * Canister sets for tea, coffee, and sugar became common household items, particularly popular from the 1950s onwards, reflecting an organised approach to kitchen storage. Use: This collection offers a variety of decorative and functional pieces for a collector interested in vintage home decor, or for individual restoration projects.

Condition Report

The wooden table has one detached and broken leg, along with various scratches and scuffs on its wooden frame and tiled surface. The metal wall shelf shows general surface wear and some corrosion. The chrome-plated canisters have minor tarnishing and surface scratches. The brass decorative pieces have some surface wear.

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