The auction commemorates the 50th anniversary of Moore’s first appearance as 007 with a stunning array of Bond memorabilia. It’s a treat for all the Bond aficionados as Bonhams is gearing up to auction an impressive array of memorabilia from the personal collection of Sir Roger Moore. Scheduled to take […]
In an exciting nod to Disney’s centennial celebration, Mattel has unveiled its first-ever doll set inspired by a beloved scene from the timeless Disney classic, Alice in Wonderland. This collector’s item vividly brings to life the whimsical moment when Alice, in her curious adventure, consumes a magic cake and becomes […]
The 1973 Rupert the Bear Annual is one of the most exceptional collector’s items in the series, known for its extreme rarity and interesting history. This particular edition is one of only twelve initially printed featuring Rupert with a brown face on the cover. This discrepancy between the traditional depiction […]
Collecting German Skull Steins – In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, graduating from a German university with a medical degree was often commemorated with a truly unique artifact – a skull stein. These eccentric and morbidly fascinating mementos, bearing an uncanny hollowed-out model of a human skull, were […]
The history of the Royal Crown Derby Porcelain Company begins with Andrew Planche, a Huguenot refugee from Saxony, in 1750. Fleeing religious persecution, Planche relocated to England, bringing with him his extensive knowledge of porcelain production. In Derby, he established a porcelain factory, manufacturing high-quality pieces inspired by the aesthetics […]
Founded in 1761, Fry’s Chocolate represents more than just a brand of confectionery – it’s a time capsule of a bygone era. However, if there’s one aspect that stands as an enduring testament to Fry’s rich history, it’s the brand’s collection of enamel advertising signs. We take a look at […]
In the bustling world of 18th century Britain, creativity and originality were paramount not just in the arts, but also in the advertisement game. Enter the Mansion House Dwarfs, an exceptional advertising phenomenon that emerged in 1784 from Derby, offering a whimsical and memorable approach to publicizing various events and […]
Following our feature on the Dunhill Aquarium Lighters we take a look at the specific avian examples of these fabulous designs with a Dunhill Aviary Lighters information and price guide. As the name ‘Aviary’ suggests, these designs focused on birds, akin to the fish featured in the ‘Aquarium’ series. They […]
The Whimsical Magic of Michael Graves’ Mickey Mouse Gourmet Collection – In 1993, renowned American architect and designer Michael Graves breathed life into the Disney’s beloved character Mickey Mouse, reshaping him into an iconic symbol of both whimsy and gourmet sophistication. Famed for his multi-faceted design talents, Graves was no […]
Collecting Morph A look at Morph Collectables – With the the amazing Morph’s Epic Art Adventure, featuring 56 super-sized sculptures of everyone’s favourite plasticine figure, we thought it would be of interest to look at some of the other Morph collectables and memorabilia that has been available over the years. […]
