We have changed our e-mail address to theeuropeanmarketantiques@gmail.com, and you can contact us there. Everything else is the same as before. We're bringing in lots of items from latest "hunting" trips, so watch for new listings in the coming weeks!
Huge tea tray, framing a hand embroidered sampler depicting the most recognized areas, landmarks and people of London. the surrounding border of flowers show the emblems of the British Isles...Rose for England, Thistle for Scotland, Shamrock for Ireland,and Daffodil for Wales, interspersed with crowns throughout. Near the top center is a figure of Queen Elizabeth I.
The figures at bottom right are the Beefeaters, who guard the Tower of London which is embroidered to the right with a red flag o ...click for details
The best I've found! This Swiss horse hide and saddle leather backpack made by J Koch& Sohne, is in wonderful condition.It has sturdy,heavy leather trim and all kinds of straps and buckles with the expected metal button attachments. It also has the matching salt and pepper canvas "bread bag" used to contain provisions, which has leather strapped buckles to attach it to the inside as well as other areas of the pack, and a canvas shoulder strap.
Quite handsome! The only repair ...click for details
Fabulous celluloid and rhinestones vanity items in a silk lined, embossed leather travel case! Ten items fitted in their own place (only missing a comb)...mirror, brush, button hook, tweezers, shoe horn, chamois padded nail buff, toothbrush case, swab case, a small round and a large rectangular case! The coppery silk satin lining enhances the rich caramel colored bases topped with stunning patterned celluloid with black incised art deco design set with gold rhinestones. There are 3 missing stone ...click for details
Sale Now $55.00 plus $5.00 Shipping and Handling Previously $99.00
This handsome case made to fit in a vest pocket, is of very fine leather with suede interior. Quite a collector's item. Other than it's original use, it could be used as a petite clutch for a lady! It should polish beautifully 5 1/2" X 5 3/4"
SALE Now $75.00 (Previously $115.00) Includes Shipping and Handling within USA
This unique handmade knitting needle case is fashioned of natural baby fine wool, linen or hemp canvas, and bound with burgandy silk(?). It is further enhanced with MB monogram in tiny little stitches, and the canvas side has hand embroidered patterns. Blanket stitches bind the monogrammed flap and needle pockets. Quite a work of art and treasure for a knitter! Included is many sizes of vintage plastic double-pointed knitting needles. Measures 8" X 10"
Delightful handwork on this unused ecru linen hanky! The hems are perfectly drawn and hand rolled. The last photo shows the back side of embroidery. Measures 14" x 15", large enough to use as a hand towel in your fun powder room! I've just laundered and pressed it for you.
SALE $40.00 (0riginally $55.00) Includes Shipping and Handling within U.S.
With a Neat n' Tidy label at the neckline, baby rick rack trims this delightful apron, from the 40's my guesstimate. The fabric is a very fine unique weave with lines woven in. Impeccable but for a small hand mending in the skirt (in photo on left of skirt)which isn't noticed in the folds. So fun as well as collectible.
What a delightful way to bring a little light into your kitchen decor! This finely modeled majolica (not antique) rooster is mounted on a wooden base fitted with a lamp. The colors are rich and glorious ,as befitting for the "coq of the walk". Even if you don't collect roosters or chickens, he's sure to add a smile to your day! Stand's 24" tall with present shade which is not included.
Hand made in Italy, this handsome leather cigar case holds 2 cigars. Hardly, if ever used, it has a few slight scuffs which will most likely polish out.Excellent condition! Perfect for the occasional cigar stash for you or a special friend!
Authentic working corker, used for placing the corks in the bottles of wine by small producers for their own wine. You can use it for corking that (occasional?) bottle you just didn't finish. Your guests will be most impressed with this functional as well as decorative accent...what a conversation piece! 12" when closed.
