That does look the same and the date looks about right. There is an inscription in the copy I have to my Grandmother when she was in her teens....
Oh that makes sense. I assumed J Bishop Bournemouth made the clocks but more likely sold clocks made in France. Very interesting. The clock face...
I have checked really carefully and no paint. There does seem to be a stain of some kind on the chest. The wood underneath is a slightly lighter...
I had a quick check this morning and no evidence of paint but will have a better look when I get home from work. Thanks. Tracey
No unfortunately. I can't find a date on any of the pages.
Oh wow. That looks exactly the same as the one I have minus the silver. Thank you so much.
Thanks James.
Thanks John. That's really interesting. My sister was also left a piece which has similar paintings. Hers is a vase standing approx 5 or 6 inches...
I hadn't noticed that previously. I will check in the light of day in the morning. Thank you!
Thanks anyway. Tracey
Thanks Dave, Any idea of age?
I have a miniature leather bound book of Tennyson's poems. It was published by David Bryce & Son Glasgow. The book is 5cm high and 3cm wide. I am...
Thanks John. I did also look on ebay and prices ranged from a few dollars to a few thousand!! When you're not quite sure what to look for it can...
Yes, the top rail carving is very similar. If there was a makers mark where would it be located? To add to the intrigue I lifted the brown paper...
Thanks John. I've checked out Gotheborg and found the following - 1259. Mark, stamped Satsuma under the Shimazu family crest, c. 1947. These were...
I am not sure if this is the correct forum for clocks, however I am sure someone will let me know if I need to post elsewhere. I am hoping someone...
Hello I am hoping someone may have some knowledge of this piece please. My mother gave it to me approximately 15 years ago before she passed. Mum...
Ah yes. A pitcher would make sense taking into account the length of it. Thanks so much.
Thank you for your responses. It seems likely it was used for iced tea.
Thank you everyone for your comments. It seems the age of the coffer will remain a mystery, however, I have learnt a great deal more about it.
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