Roseville Pottery Company was a significant contributor to the American pottery industry in the 19th and 20th centuries. The company was established in 1890 in Roseville, Ohio, by J.F. Weaver, primarily manufacturing simple household pieces. However, in 1898, under the direction of George Young, who had previously worked as a […]
From Vintage Posters to Handmade Effigies The World of The Wicker Man Collectables – Fifty years ago, on May 5th, 1973, audiences were first introduced to the enigmatic and haunting world of ‘The Wicker Man’, a British horror film directed by Robin Hardy. Now, five decades later, we look at […]
Nostalgia is a powerful feeling, and few things evoke childhood memories quite like the charmingly illustrated stories of the Ladybird Well Loved Tales the 606D series. Launched in the 1960s, these classic books were a staple in the libraries of countless children, enchanting generation after generation with tales of magic, […]
In the late 19th century, a unique partnership between a local businessman and a visionary designer gave birth to Linthorpe Pottery (also known as Linthorpe Art Pottery), an innovative venture that would go on to leave a lasting impact on the world of ceramics. We take a look at the […]
Disney Darkness Descends Maleficent Doll – Maleficent is the first release in Mattel Creations new Disney Darkness Descends Series. The new collection portrays some of Disney’s most famous villains including Jafar, Hades, and Cruella De Vil, as they’re becoming their most evil selves. The series celebrates Disney100 commemorating the 100th […]
Kenner Bionic Bigfoot The Sasquatch Beast and the Six Million Dollar Man – If you were watching the Six Million Dollar Man in the 1970s then the arrival of the Bionic Bigfoot (Bionic Bigfoot The Sasquatch Beast) will be well remembered. The battle between Steve Austin facing off against a […]
Top 10 King Charles III Coronation Collectables – King Charles III will be crowned on Saturday 6 May 2023 at his Coronation at Westminster Abbey. As with most significant Royal events a number of collectables and memorabilia have been created. We take a look at some of the best created […]
Available to pre-order now for delivery from the 29th April is the new Matchbox Collectors Coronation Gold State Coach created to celebrate the Coronation of King Charles III. The Gold State Coach is a quintessential piece of British royal history, used at every coronation since 1821. In honor of King […]
Born in 1905 in Chicago, Eugene Joseff was a man of many talents. Before making his way to Hollywood, he worked as an advertising executive and even designed aircraft parts during World War II. However, it was his foray into the world of jewelry that would eventually make him a […]
Nestled in the heart of the French Riviera, the small town of Vallauris has long been renowned for its artistic pottery traditions. Among the vast array of ceramic masterpieces produced in the region, the Vallauris fish lamps stand out as a unique, kitsch and captivating symbol of mid-century design. Crafted […]
