Collectables

Vintage Triumph Gabriele 35 portable typewriter & case, made in Western Germany circa 1969

March 13, 2013Collectables1960's, 1969, 35, desk antique, gabriele, navy blue, portable typewriter, retro, triumph, typewriter, vintage typewriter, West Germanafterglowretro One comment

This is a Stunning Vintage Triumph Gabriele 35 portable typewriter with original case, made in Western Germany circa 1969.

A Fantastic design, so reminiscent of the era, by this renowned Nuremberg, West German maker of motorbikes and typewriters!

Sturdy construction in metal and moulded plastic, in light grey, cream and navy blue, very Bauhaus / Modernist influenced, with a nod to the Space Age designs of the time!

There is a clever mechanism for locking the typewriter into the case, which itself locks up like a briefcase.

Would look great on any retro, vintage, 60’s, 70’s, mid century, space age, modernist or contemporary desk.

The typewriter measures 37 x 35 x 14cm / 14.5 x 14 x 5.5in.

The case measures 41 x 40 x 15cm / 16 x 15.75 x 6in.

Vintage red Hoptimist Bimble, designed by Hans Gustav Ehrenreich, Denmark circa 1969

March 12, 2013Collectables1960's, 1969, bimble, danish, danish design, danish modern, desk toy, hoptimist, mid century modern, pop art, red, retro, space age, spring toy, vintageafterglowretro Leave a comment

This is a Great Vintage Original Hoptimist Bimble toy, designed by Hans Gustav Ehrenreich, Denmark circa 1969.

A Classic of Danish Modern design from the 1960’s, the Hoptimist range comprised of cute Space Age / Pop Art styled figures with round heads and springs for bodies. The Bimble Hoptimist has a bright red plastic head and minimal detailing just a round ball nose and painted graphic eyes, one winking. With its metal spring body and standing on elliptical metal feet it exemplifies pared down Danish Modern design.

Its name is suggestive of its spring form, which bobs and nods when moved and of the optimistic times of the late Sixties, it definitely has a sense of fun and a quirky nature.

An Iconic Nordic design that would look great on any desk or as a toy for kids or grown ups alike! Would make a great addition to any collection of Danish design and would complement any retro, vintage, mid century modern, minimal or contemporary interior.

In Great Condition still bobs away on its spring, some marks and wear to the paint, especially on the spring, could be repainted if wanted. There is a small hole in the top of the head that probably had an attachment originally, nothing to detract from the great vintage look!

Measures 13 x 9 x 9cm / 5.25 x 3.5 x 3.5in.

Walter Bosse brass Giraffe ‘Black-Golden Line’ figure, made by Baller, Austria circa 1950’s

March 1, 2013Collectables50's, afterglow retro, baller austria, black golden line, brass figure, brighton, giraffe, home decor, mid century modern, retro collectable, retro design, vintage, walter bosseafterglowretro Leave a comment

This is a Lovely Walter Bosse brass Giraffe figure, made by Baller, Austria circa 1950’s / 60’s.

A Classic design of the mid century modern era, the simple stylised cartoon like form of a Giraffe, designed by Walter Bosse a master craftsman and designer of animal figures, during the golden age of Vienna bronzes.

From the ‘Black-Golden Line’ series, the miniature brass figurines were given a black finish with polished areas using the ‘Patination’ technique.

Would make a Great additon to any collection of Walter Bosse / Baller / Animal / Brass figures. Perfect as a desk accessory / paperweight, or to decorate any vintage sideboard / mantelpiece or coffee table.

Vintage Condition, the black patination is very worn, could be stripped to the brass, or repainted.

Measures 9 x 9 x 4cm / 3.5 x 3.5 x 1.5in

Vintage ‘Walk / Dont Walk’ New York crosswalk sign lenses, USA circa 1980’s

February 17, 2013Collectables80's, art, city, crosswalk, decor, design, dont walk, font, new york, pedestrian, retro, sign, street, urban, vintage, walkafterglowretro View all 2 comments

These are a Great Vintage Pair of ‘Walk Dont Walk’ plastic lenses from an American crosswalk / pedestrian crossing illuminated street sign.

Made by the Eagle Signal Company, they would have originally have been illuminated in a yellow metal housing, probably from New York or Chicago circa 1970’s / 80’s.

A Classic Retro design, they have now been replaced with symbol signs. The Orange and Blue plastic lenses are printed with a matte black coating, with cut out bold lettering. The backs are textured to diffuse the light.

Would be fantastic as industrial chic home / bar / shop decor, displayed in frames, lightboxes, on windows etc. Highly collectable vintage / retro Americana.

Good Condition, the plastic lenses are crack and chip free. The printed signs are worn in places, but this only adds to the vintage look when lit up!

Each measures 23.5 x 22 x 0.6cm / 9.25 x 8.75 x 0.25in.

Helene Ugo ceramic wall plaque, decor by Michel Barbier, Vallauris, France circa 1957

February 7, 2013Ceramics, Collectables1950's, 1957, art, art pottery, brighton, ceramic, ceramic artists, cubist, design, france, helene ugo, michel barbier, mid century modern, picasso, pottery, retro, vallauris, vintageafterglowretro One comment

This is a Beautiful ceramic wall plaque, produced in Vallauris, France circa 1957 by the Helene Ugo Pottery, decor by Michel Barbier.

A Stunning Mid Century Modernist piece of Abstract / Picasso inspired French Art Pottery. Hand incised and painted pattern in a delightful bold Cubist design, with matte black and yellow glazes with a lovely smooth pumice / pebble feel and texture.

Vallauris is a pottery region in south-eastern France, Picasso lived here from 1948 – 55 and greatly contributed to the renaissance of the pottery industry, this legendary golden age when everyone was a potter, including famous ceramicists Roger Capron and Charles Voltz. His influence is clearly seen in the abstracted forms of pieces such as this plaque.

Would make a Fantastic addition to any collection of European / French / Studio / Art Pottery and is a perfect Bright statement piece to decorate any wall in a retro, vintage, mid century modern, 50’s, minimal or contemporary interior.

In Very Good Condition, one small bruise to the glaze on one corner, and some marks to the white glaze on sides and rear so do not detract from the overall look.

Measures 32 x 22 x 1.6cm / 12.5 x 8.75 x 0.6in.

Stamped (indistinct) to the back with Made in France and Helene Ugo Vallauris, hand signed in black paint Vallauris and M?D.

Pablo Picasso ‘The Posters of Picasso’ Hardback Book, 48 Lithographs by Joseph K. Foster, published by Grosset & Dunlap, New York 1964

January 23, 2013Collectables1960's, abstract, art, book, bullfight, cubist, design, exhibition, foster, lithograph, mid century, modern, new york, painting, picasso, picasso pablo, picassos, poster, pottery, print, style, vallauris, what is interior designafterglowretro View all 2 comments

This is a fantastic Rare original 1964 copy of the hardback book ‘The Posters of Picasso’ by Joseph K. Foster, published by Grosset & Dunlap, New York.

A Stunning collection of Pablo Picasso’s poster artwork, many for exhibitions, the Vallauris potteries and bullfights. This artist approved volume contains lithographic reproductions of virtually all of Picasso’s important work in this field, faithfully reproduced in his original colors. The only book of his posters that he endorsed, and supplied the original artwork for.

The 48 lithographic plates are in Excellent Condition, each would make an impressive framed piece of artwork for interior design. A must have for any collector of Picasso artwork, of for any collection of 20th century Modern Art. Perfect for designers, decorators, artists, fine art sellers, framers etc.

In Great Condition, the dust sleeve is showing some marks and wear, the book cover is a little faded and worn on the edges, but the plates are in Excellent Condition, perfect for framing.

Measures 32 x 24 x 2cm / 12.5 x 9.5 x 0.75in.

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Jim Beam ‘Wonderful World of Ohio’ limited edition collectors Bourbon Whiskey decanter, USA, 1967

December 9, 2012Ceramics, Collectables1967, bottle, bourbon, ceramic, china, Decanter, jim beam, kitsch, mid century, ohio, retro, sixties, usa, vintage, whiskey, wonderfulafterglowretro Leave a comment

This is a Great Jim Beam ‘Wonderful World of Ohio’ limited edition collectors Bourbon Whiskey decanter from 1967.

A Fantastic Kitsch Retro styled flask made from Handcrafted China. Formed in the shape of the State of Ohio, with a fabulous glossy glaze and great images.
One side features ‘The Wonderful World of Ohio’ with a stylised picture, and the original foil label.
The other has a Stunning vintage montage of aspects of Ohio in the 60’s.

Still has the original stopper and cork with the remains of the seal label, the decanter is empty but the cork is stuck in, could be cut out if you want to use the flask, perfect as a decorative piece.

Marked to the base, and has the Regal China makers foil label on the side.

A Striking piece of Collectable Retro China, that would make a great addition to any retro, vintage, sixties, kitsch, American themed or Mid Century interior.

In Excellent Condition, no marks, chips or scratches.

Measures 26 x 14 x 6cm / 10.25 x 5.5 x 2.25in.
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Rolleiflex Automat 6×6 TLR camera by Franke & Heidecke, Germany circa 1954

November 29, 2012Collectables1954, 6 x 6, camera twin lens, classic, design, film, franke, germany, heidecke, mid century, photography, rollei, rolleiflex, tlr, vintage, zeissafterglowretro Leave a comment

A Stunning vintage camera and a design classic. notable for their exceptional build quality, compact size, modest weight, superior optics, durable, simple, reliable mechanics and bright viewfinders. They were popular and widely imitated. The high-quality 7.5 cm focal length lenses, manufactured by Zeiss and Schneider, allowed for a smaller, lighter, more compact camera than their imitators. This example from 1954 comes with original kit including a leather case, a filter and close up filter set in a leather case, a panoramic head, a converter kit for 35mm film and a Rollei manual.

Hoptimist Billionaire Bimble Money Box in red, designed by Hans Gustav Ehrenreich, Denmark circa 1969

November 7, 2012Collectables1969, 60's, bank, billionaire, classic, coin, danish, design, ehrenreich, gustav, hans, hoptimist, modern, money box, piggy, plastic, pop art, red, retro, space age, spring, toy, vintageafterglowretro View all 2 comments

The Hoptimist ‘Billionaire Bimble’ moneybox is a classic of Danish Modern design. The range of brightly coloured spring bodied toy figures were created by Hans Gustav Ehrenreich in 1969, and definitely embody a feeling of Space Age optimism and Pop Art fun into their quirky design.