Perfect your antique interior for under £100
26 October 2023 Boring, dusty and expensive: antiques have long had a bad rap in some circles. However, these days with the rise of Cottagecore, maximal interiors and awareness of the importance of recycling, antiques are making a comeback.
Offering an old-world feel and pop of colour, this 19th century continental mantle clock is offered at Potteries Auctions’ sale of November 9-11. With a couple of hairline cracks, the piece is still decorative and is estimated at £30-60.
Though at the top end of the market some pieces can be eye-wateringly expensive, there are also plenty of bargains to be had. Here we list a few quirky items that could lend any interior an unusual antique or vintage touch each estimated at £100 or less.
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Estimated at £50-100 at Mellors & Kirk’s auction of November 7-8 is this set of four mid-century bamboo chairs.
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Never forget the possibilities of upcycling, as with this vintage table and chair, which have both been given a neon makeover. The bijouterie table is Edwardian and the painted elbow chair has been upholstered in lime velour. Either would fit in even in a modern interior, and they are offered at Toovey’s November 2 sale with an estimate of £40-60.
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Maybe pair the above with this late 19th century oil or paraffin lamp, which has a cut glass shade and is offered for £30-60 at Special Auction Services. If the bidding goes your way, you could end up with a suite of three items for less than £100.
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Offering an old-world feel and pop of colour, this 19th century continental mantle clock is offered at Potteries Auctions’ sale of November 9-11. With a couple of hairline cracks, the piece is still decorative and is estimated at £30-60.
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This 19th century carved oak wall mirror is offered with an estimate of £70-100 at Bishop & Miller Auctioneers on November 1.
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Offered with an estimate of £50-80 is this pair of unusual needlework silhouette portraits dated 1932. Thought to be possibly from the US, they are included in Charterhouse’s sale of November 3.