Lot 058: Lot of Assorted Ansett, Olympics & Australiana

Description

This lot presents a diverse collection of Australian collectables, encompassing airline memorabilia, Olympic souvenirs, and decorative items. The ensemble features a bronze-toned swimmer statue, a vintage Ansett Australia travel kit with eye masks, an Ansett Australia bone china bowl by Noritake, a blue ceramic Sydney 2000 Olympics dish, an amber glass ashtray with an Australia map, and an Ansett Australia ceramic dish from the Jam Factory. Key Details: * Origin/Era: Late 20th to Early 21st Century (Sydney 2000) * Material: Bronze-toned metal, fabric, bone china, ceramic, glass * Style: Collectable, airline memorabilia, Olympic souvenir, decorative * Brands: Ansett Australia, Noritake, Sydney 2000, Jam Factory Condition: Items exhibit general surface wear, dust, and minor scuffs consistent with age and previous use. The ceramic dishes and bowl show some light soiling but no visible chips or cracks. The travel kit fabric has minor marks. Interesting fact: * Ansett Australia was a major Australian airline that operated from 1935 to 2001, making its memorabilia highly sought after by collectors. * The Jam Factory is a well-regarded craft and design centre in South Australia, known for supporting and showcasing contemporary craftspeople. Use: Ideal for collectors of Australian memorabilia, vintage airline items, or Olympic souvenirs, this lot offers a varied selection for display or continued curation.

Condition Report

General surface wear, dust, and minor scuffs are present across the items, consistent with their age and use. The ceramic items show some light soiling.

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