ceramics

Dazzle-painted teaset

April 11, 2020April 5, 2020

The patterns on this angular teaset remind me of dazzle camouflage from WWI. Photo by Grasons.

Goose Rider – Herend – Elek Lux

February 16, 2020February 16, 2020

Sure, this looks like some oddball sentimental tchochke your great aunt picked up somewhere. And it is. But in the right shop, this’ll fetch you… Read More »Goose Rider – Herend – Elek Lux

Happy New Hampshire Primary – Jim Beam 1984

February 11, 2020February 9, 2020

I’ve seen quite a few people who collect Jim Beam decanters, but I can’t remember seeing political ones. Definitely don’t remember seeing any little computers,… Read More »Happy New Hampshire Primary – Jim Beam 1984

This vase is putting on airs

February 3, 2020February 1, 2020

Photo by Socal Estate Sale Services.

I’d walk a mile for a Camel!

January 7, 2020January 4, 2020

I assumed this dingus was a cigarette box with a little spot for matches. And obviously the camel would tie it to Camels, but I… Read More »I’d walk a mile for a Camel!