Tag: vintage

Designer Desire: Joan Carrillo Romero

Montage of Joan Carrillo ceramics

Joan Carrillo Romero was unknown to us until a couple of weeks ago when a vase of his was available at an auction we featured here on our blog.

Carrillo (b. 1948) is a ceramic artist who creates the most beautiful pottery items, especially vases. He hails from Campillos in Malaga, southern Spain. He studied drawing, painting and engraving at the School of Fine Arts in Olot, Girona. After graduating, his career began with a year working at the workshop of the capuchin Marià Vayreda. The following year – 1969 – he moved on to the workshop of the Serra brothers in Hospitalet de Llobregat, Barcelona.

In 1971, he set up his own workshop in the farmhouse where he lived in Riudaura, Girona. At the end of that decade, he co-founded the Cooperativa de Ceramistas Coure in Olot.

He has exhibited his work across Europe and in Japan, Taiwan and South Korea.

On the odd occasion, vintage Joan Carrillo pieces become available for sale at auction and on eBay and Etsy.

Portrait of ceramicist, Joan Carrillocredit

Additional image credits:
1st Dibs | Incollect | Ledondufel | Pamono

Auction alert: Clothing, Textiles, Antique Bears, Antique Dolls & Dolls Houses

1930s male mannequin by French model makers Fery Boudrot

Charles Hanson is one of the most recognisable auctioneers in the country thanks to his TV appearances over many years on programmes such as Bargain Hunt and Antiques Road Trip.

Hanson’s upcoming Clothing, Textiles, Antique Bears, Antique Dolls & Dolls Houses Auction gets underway on Thursday 29th September 2022 from 9.30am. The sale will be taking place at the auction’s Bishton Hall saleroom.

We’ve selected a few stand out items from the sale including a slightly scary looking male mannequin, a snazzy Welsh wool trouser suit, men’s woollen swimming trunks and a vintage Liberty of London wedding dress.

There’ll be a buyer’s premium of 25% (+VAT) with a minimum lot charge of £6.00 (+VAT). There’ll be additional fees for bidding via The Saleroom website.

If you want to find out about their shipping options, they ask that you email them direct.

Lot 9: A rare 1930s male mannequin by French model makers Fery Boudrot
The production number 389 is on the back of his neck. The mannequin comes wearing the original boots and socks.(1) generally he is in pretty good condition with some loss of paint, and he is complete. He shows obvious signs of age such as surface cracking and he is missing the toes on one foot (not seen thanks to him still wearing his boots).
Estimate £800 – £1,200

Welsh wool two piece trouser and tunic set + a 1960s zip front hooded jacket

Lot 19: A rare Welsh wool two piece trouser and tunic set C1968, and a 1960s zip front hooded jacket
In welsh wool. (2) both in good condition, trousers 28/9 inch waist
Estimate £80 – £120

vintage Men's wool swimsuits

Lot 30: 1920s men’s knitted swimsuit ‘A Reputation Swimsuit’ sz 42
30s 40s knitted swimming trunks by Jantzen, 1960s St Michael swimming trunks and 3 pairs of handmade Church’s shoes (3)
Estimate £30 – £50

Hermès silk scarves

Lot 40: 2 boxed Hermes silk scarves
To include a 1974 ‘Springs’ scarf by LeDoux 35″ square and a 1983 red silk square ‘Bolduc’ by Jean-Louis Dumas (2)
Estimate £100 – £120

1920s bell cloche

Lot 46: A 1920s bell cloche
Made from straw with milk chocolate petersham band, felt leaves and a bunch of millinery berries (1) lining is stained and there is a separation in the seam at the crown
Estimate £40 – £60

Victorian George and the Dragon flag with the words "Long Live the Queen"

Lot 49: 3 Victorian flags or banners
To include a Rampant Lion 67cm x 52 cm, a George and the dragon with the words “Long Live the Queen” 77cm x 89cm and the Royal Standard 62cm x 144 cm (3) all have holes/ tears from being hung and age related marks/ fade, God Save the Queen flag has some white paint speckles
Estimate £100 – £140

18th century French silk brocade bodice

Lot 68: A rare 18th century French silk brocade bodice with silver Torchon lace
This was made to be worn by a winged religious statue or icon. Completely hand stitched and lined with silk, it was originally boned, but the baleen was splintering at it was removed to protect the silk.  the 18th century silver torchon lace is a masterpiece in itself.  wing tip to wing tip (sleeves) 123 cm good condition. A little damage to damage to the silk around some of the lacing holes where the lace has been pulled too tight. some rubbing to the silk at the back in one area. minor wear. generally very strong, clean and bright.
Estimate £140 – £180

12 vintage dresses and 2 blouses

Lot 101: 12 vintage dresses and 2 blouses
Mostly 60s with a 50s dress. (13) condition is generally good, there are a couple of items with marks, the 50s dress has a tear at the underarm.
Estimate £60 – £80

1960s wedding dress made by Liberty of London

Lot 187: 1960s wedding dress made by Liberty of London
(labelled), column style dress with integral over dress with train (1)
Estimate £60 – £80

Designer Desire: Juliette Belarti

Montage of tiled furniture by Juliette Belarti

Juliette Belarti is known for colourful ceramic tile designs usually seen on mid century modern coffee tables, nests of tables, home bars and door pulls.

So little is known about this artist, that there’s speculation that there isn’t actually a person named ‘J. Belarti’. It’s thought that it could perhaps be the work of a number of different artists or of a single person – the Belgian artist, Julien de Covemaeker.

I’ve found someone online who has helpfully shared photos of the pages of a Belarti catalogue. After some very slow and painstaking work, I’ve translated a couple of the passages of text from Dutch to English. Apparently, the first freehand decorated tile-topped coffee table was created in 1957 for a musician friend. The original Belarti ‘studio’ was in a garage and a very small kiln was located in a cellar.

After two years, the firm moved to larger premises in Mechelen – a city between Brussels and Antwerp in northern Belgium – and grew from strength to strength; becoming an équipe (crew) and gaining an international customer base.

Whoever Juliette Belarti may be, examples of work by this company or individual artist are readily available – try eBay, Etsy and Pamono.

Image credits:
1stDibs | Design by Davies

Auction alert: 20th Century Design sale

ALESSI electric kettle for Philips, type HD2001/A

Burstow & Hewett – who are located in Battle, East Sussex – are holding their 20th Century Design sale on the 22nd September 2022 from 10am.

We featured Burstow & Hewett earlier this year and here they are once again. They really do sell the best quality mid century modern furniture, homewares and accessories.

There’s a buyer’s premium and internet surcharge of 24% inc. VAT on top of the winning bid amount. Online bidding is also available via the EasyLiveAuction and The Saleroom websites. Check their websites for additional charges.

HANS BATTRUD, a set of 6 Scandia bent wood dining chairs

Lot 1502: HANS BATTRUD, a set of 6 Scandia bent wood dining chairs, height 93cm
Pitting to leg frames, some wear to rubber feet consistent with age and use, no labels.
Estimate: £500 – £800

ALESSI electric kettle for Philips, type HD2001/A

Lot 1504: An ALESSI electric kettle for Philips, type HD2001/A, in original box
Unused condition, in original box with wrapping and papers.
Estimate: £60 – £100

A mid-century Digitor alarm clock

Lot 1506: A mid-century Digitor alarm clock, width 10cm
Some paint chips to face, working order.
Estimate: £30 – £50

VICKE LINDSTRAND for Kosta, a rare large size ruby red Zebra vase

Lot 1515: VICKE LINDSTRAND for Kosta, a rare large size ruby red Zebra vase
Circa 1955, numbered LH1114, height 21cm. Good condition, no chips, cracks or restoration. Originally sold by the Swedish design store Wettergens.
Estimate: £600 – £800

TONY CRAGG, a designer trowel for Homebase in 2000, in partnership with Tate Gallery "At Home with Art"

Lot 1522: TONY CRAGG, a designer trowel for Homebase in 2000
In partnership with Tate Gallery “At Home with Art”, in original box. Good condition, box has tears to lid.
Estimate: £30 – £50

JULIETTE BELARTI, a tile topped coffee table, on brushed steel frame

Lot 1523: JULIETTE BELARTI, a tile topped coffee table
On brushed steel frame, signed tile, H 38 x 109 x 66cm. Good condition, no chips or cracks to tiles.
Estimate: £150 – £250

A mid-century design bolt of cotton fabric, with cactus and watermelon design

Lot 1535: A mid-century design bolt of cotton fabric, with cactus and watermelon design
Together with another panel (88x 235cm). Good condition.
Estimate: £60 – £100

A mid-century teak and cork table lamp

Lot 1544: A mid-century teak and cork table lamp
With new hesian (sic) shade, overall height 75cm. Good overall condition, untested.
Estimate: £60 – £80

A Staples Ladderax mid-century shelving unit

Lot 1595: A Staples Ladderax mid-century shelving unit
With single door wardrobe and 4 shelves, W124cm, H201cm, overall depth 42cm. Supports have been overpainted, chips and marks to shelving and wardrobe sections more evident on underside of shelving.
Estimate: £150 – £250

Peill and Putzler 1970s glass table lamp

Lot 1619: Peill and Putzler, Germany, a 1970s glass table lamp
With makers label, H 27cm x dia 35cm. Very good condition
Estimate: £150 – £250

CHARLOTTE PERRIAND, mid-century Les Arcs leather and chrome chair

Lot 1597: CHARLOTTE PERRIAND, France, a mid-century Les Arcs leather and chrome chair
Height 81cm. Good original condition, pitting to frame and marking to leather.
Estimate: £250 – £350

GIO PONTI for Uffici Montecatini by Parma Antonio and Figli

Lot 1616: GIO PONTI for Uffici Montecatini by Parma Antonio and Figli, Italy, a pair of tubular steel side chairs
Circa 1936, height 82cm.

ROBERT WELCH, a rare original 1960s lustre enamelled cast iron Sun dish or charger

Lot 1627: ROBERT WELCH, a rare original 1960s lustre enamelled cast iron Sun dish or charger
Diameter 30cm. Good original condition, some surface marking.
Estimate: £100 – £150

LOUIS POULSEN for Poul Henningsen aluminium pendant lamp

Lot 1658: LOUIS POULSON (sic) for Poul Henningsen aluminium pendant lamp
Shade diameter 50cm. Good condition, recently rewired and tested.
Estimate: £200 – £300