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Of cherubs and bats
[click the < arrows > to slide!] After some time away, it is refreshing to be back in my stock room and clear out some items that have...
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Crazy and rich!
The last time I had items in this "Rich Imari" or "Crazy Japan" pattern I confused two very similar patterns, so now that I have a cup in...
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The home makes the person
These two vases with covers are a sublime piece of artistry. They were made by Royal Worcester in 1907. The late Victorians and...