The Hornsea Train Robber mug is one of the most entertaining novelty designs created by John Clappison for Hornsea Pottery. Produced during the 1970s, the mug combines Clappison’s economical graphic style with the British public’s enduring fascination with train robbers, crime stories and topical humour. Hornsea Pottery has experienced periods […]
One of Britain’s best-known pottery manufacturers has joined the celebrations marking a major retail milestone with the release of the Emma Bridgewater Liberty 150th Anniversary Boxed Half-Pint Mug. Created exclusively to commemorate Liberty London’s 150th anniversary, the limited commemorative design combines two iconic British brands renowned for craftsmanship, heritage and […]
Few sporting collectables capture the excitement of England’s greatest footballing triumph in quite the same way as the 1966 World Cup Final cigar bands. Small enough to fit around a cigar, these colourful paper bands have become a fascinating niche within football memorabilia collecting. They combine sporting history, tobacco advertising […]
The success of The Man from U.N.C.L.E. during the mid-1960s inspired producers to expand the hugely popular spy franchise with a female-led spin-off. The result was The Girl from U.N.C.L.E., which premiered on NBC in September 1966 and brought glamour, espionage and Cold War intrigue to television audiences. Although the […]
Best known worldwide as the creator of the Moomins, Tove Jansson will bring her unique artistic vision to English-language readers this September with the first English edition of The Hobbit featuring her celebrated illustrations. Fans of both The Hobbit and Tove Jansson have something special to look forward to in […]
One of the finest portraits of Britain’s greatest military hero has returned to the market after almost ninety years. Christie’s is offering Sir Thomas Lawrence’s magnificent Portrait of Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington as the centrepiece of its Old Masters Evening Sale during Classic Week in London, with an […]
With the FIFA World Cup 2026 set to be the biggest tournament in football history, collectors are already turning their attention to one of the event’s most appealing areas of memorabilia: the official mascots and the growing range of related collectibles. Hosted jointly by the United States, Canada and Mexico, […]
Clichy Paperweights rank among the most sought‑after objects in antique glass collecting. Their soft colours, delicate millefiori patterns, and unmistakable Clichy Rose set them apart from every rival. Yet their factory operated for just a few decades, making genuine examples rare and valuable. We also include some a price guide […]
Few television shows have had the enduring cultural impact of The Brady Bunch. Airing from 1969 to 1974, this family sitcom chronicling the lives of a blended family of six children, two parents, and a quirky housekeeper became a defining show of the 1970s. Though its original run lasted only […]
The Lalique frosted glass figure of ‘Suzanne’ is one of the most elegant and evocative creations to emerge from the workshops of René Lalique. Designed in 1925, this exquisite statuette captures a serene female form in a moment of quiet grace. Reputedly modelled on Lalique’s daughter, Suzanne Lalique, the piece […]
