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From the back cover of this softcover book from author Nicholas Thomas and publisher Thames and Hudson, 'The colours and patterns of the art of the Pacific Islands - spears and shields, carved canoe prows, feather capes or tortoiseshell ornaments - have interested Western audiences since the voyages of Captain Cook and Bougainville. Oceanic art in particular, had an influence on the development of the European modernist movement, influencing artists such as Gauguin, Picasso, Giacometti and Kirchner.' The 216 page book has 182 illustrations, 26 of which are in colour. The knife shown in photos is not included in the sale but used to prop open the pages. For a 30 year old book it is in good overall condition. Please refer to all photos provided, Any questions? Please get in touch. -
In May 1934 Ola Cohn's task was completed when she dedicated the fairy tree to the children of Melbourne. Ola Cohn died in 1964. The tree is a memorial to her skill and artistry. This book is now over 50 years old. It is a 1972 first edition hardback with dustjacket. The text is written by Sonja Delander and the photography is provided by Rick Buckingham. It was published by Mullaya Publications in Canterbury Victoria. Please refer to all photos provided. The knife in some photos is not included in the sale but to allow the pages to be propped open for a photo to be taken. Please note some marks present on the rear dustjacket and some foxing on the inside of dustjacket. The book is in good overall condition for its age. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
This military field telephone is marked on the handpiece ST&C D🡡D. it is housed in a timber case. On the underside of the case lid is written Telephone Sets F Working Instructions For: - On the top of the telephone is Telephone Set F MK 11 T.M.C. (T.M.C. stands for Telephone Manufacturing Company – London). Please refer to all the photos provided. -
This is such a pretty old light shade. It is approximately 22 centimetres long and features a 5 centimetre wide band of coloured flowers and leaves. This shade will require a gallery (fitting) which will enable it to be hung from the ceiling. Please refer to all the photos provided. -
Kodak introduced a service called "real photo postcards" in 1907 which enabled customers to make a postcard from any photo they took. Please refer to both photos provided. Handwritten on the back of this postcard is 'Choir - Congregational Church Lennox Street Richmond.' I am assuming the suburb Richmond is the inner city suburb of Melbourne Victoria. -
In this 80 page softcover/paperback book, Peter Christopher presents a history of the paddlesteamers and riverboats that frequent the Murray River. Some of these beautiful boats are still in use today. Please refer to the photos provided. The book is in good condition. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
Approximately 21 cm long this pair of gorgeous green salad servers would date to the 1940s or 50s. Tilley was an Australian company located in Sydney that made bakelite and plastic homewares. This pair is in lovely condition for its age. Please refer to both photos provided. -
A pair of opposed 8th Light Horse (INDI Light Horse) collar badges in white metal, 1930-1942. Each badge has two intact lugs at rear. Motto 'More Majorum' (In the manner of elders). Please refer to both photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch. Product ID: 007 -
The opening of the Parkes radio telescope in October 1961 placed Australia at the forefront of international research in radio astronomy. This book presents accounts of the work and life at Parkes and provides a fresh perspective on the growth of Australian science over a period of three decades. Please refer to all photos provided. Note the two black ink stamps at the beginning of this 162 page hardback book. The book is in good condition throughout. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
This is a scarce copy of the Pilot Recipe Book, compiled by the 'Technical Department of the Manufacturers of the Finest Baking Fat money can buy.' It was given with the compliments of Marrickville Margarine Pty. Ltd (Sydney NSW). This is a hardcover 3rd edition copy from 1947. There are various marks throughout the book. Please refer to the photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
- Pink cake doiley
- 19cm diameter
- Free postage Australia wide
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A new prayer, a new poem, for a new century. John Marsden is a leading Australian author for young adults. The opening words ".... May the road be free for the journey, May it lead where it promised it would... " lead to a compelling and provocative text that speaks to both young and old, expressing the deeply held hopes and fears that we all recognise. " May fears always have names", "May those who live in the shadows be seen by those who live in the sun." Illustrated with paintings, photographs, and collages, this call from the heart contains a message we all wish for our loved ones. This hardback book with dustjacket is in great condition. Please refer to all photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
This 236 page hardback book with dustjacket shares the recollections of pioneers on the central goldfields of Victoria. Written in the pioneers' own words it provides a unique record from the 1880s onwards in the way that men and women, thought, spoke and acted during the golden era. Please check all photos provided. For its age the book is in good condition throughout. Please note there is some fading to the rear dustjacket along the top and the spine and that there is a small tear at the top of the rear dust jacket near spine. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
This is a great decorator piece as is or have it professionally serviced. -
This 80-page softcover/paperback book is a concise reference source for the enthusiastic rocking horse collector. It has been written by two leading restoration experts, Tony Stevenson and Eva Marsden. It is in good condition. Please refer to the photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
The design 'Camille' was first produced in the 1950's and has become one of Rodd's most popular designs. This item measures approximately 22 cm long. Please refer to all photos provided. -
Royal NSW Lancers hat badge, 1948-1960. White metal. Complete with two lugs on rear. Please check both photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch. Product ID: 004 -
This is only the second copy of this 1954 edition scarce title that I have been able to offer for sale. This book is full of timeless tips and a guide to dress sense for every woman. Topics vary from A (Accent, Accessories etc) to Z (Zest). Please check the photos provided and keep in mind that the book is seventy years old. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
This scarce book is in good condition throughout. The author wrote this story as a twelve-year old for the years 1 and 2 students at her school. Please refer to the photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
- Pure new wool in CUMMING tartan.
- Measures approximately 75 cm x 85 cm.
- Made in Scotland.
- Free postage Australia wide.
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Please refer to all photos provided. This 148 page book is in good overall condition. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
- Pure new wool scarf in black with an applied pair of skating penguins.
- Measures approximately 30 cm wide x 140 cm long, excluding fringe.
- Made in Scotland, exclusively for Selfridges London.
- Free postage Australia wide.
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Senior Cadet, 2nd Battalion Victoria (Australia) brass badge circa 1907? Please correct me if you know otherwise. Motto 'Pro Deo Et Patria' (For God and Country). The two lugs on the reverse are intact. Please refer to both photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch. Product ID: 019 -
The Maynardville Open-Air Theatre is an outdoor theatre in Maynardville Park, Wynberg, Cape Town, South Africa. It is known for its annual 'Shakespeare in the Park' plays. This publication includes the following three productions - A Midsummer Night's Dream, The Taming of the Shrew and Hamlet. Please refer to all photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
Please notes this vintage reference manual has marks throughout. Except for these marks/staining it is in very good condition. It is a small book measuring 12 cm x 18 cm with spiral metal binding and a hard card cover. SHELL introduce this as "A booklet devoted to varied phases of mechanised farming with comprehensive information for "The Man on the Land." -
- Small white doiley with star shaped design
- 9cm x 4cm
- Free postage Australia wide
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In 1949 the Snowy Mountain Scheme was born. It was a massive engineering project to divert the waters of the mountain streams inland to the Murray and Murrumbidgee rivers, providing water for irrigation and hydroelectric power. There have been many books about the men involved however this is the first book about the women, young and old, who made the Snowy their lives. This is a paperback consisting of 112 pages which was published in 1998 by Kangaroo Press. The author Kirsty McGoldrick was at the time a working journalist living on the NSW Cental Coast. The book is in good condition throughout. Please refer to the photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
Scarce 16th A.L.H. South Australian Mounted Rifles hat badge, C 1908 but I stand corrected if this date in incorrect. Combination of white metal and overlay of gilt? around the outer edge. Motto 'Equis, Armis Virtute' (By Horses, Arms and Virtue). The two lugs on reverse are intact. Please refer to both photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch. Product 010 -
The host of top-rating ABC TV show, Kitchen Cabinet, Annabel Crabb shares recipes for fabulous food that you can make and take to those you love. This 2015 hardback book of 232 pages is in good condition. Please refer to the photos provided and note there is a small scuff on the back external lower cover to the right of the barcode (noted for accuracy). Any questions? Please get in touch. -
In this 579 page paperback book Joy E. Rainey relates the tales of yesteryear from a farming family. It was published by Kurrajong Press in Berwick, Victoria and printed by Monash Print Services, Caulfield East Victoria. Please note that the name of a previous owner has been stamped inside. Please refer to the photos provided. Overall it is in good condition but note please a crease to corner of front cover. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
- Australian made pure mohair pile scarf in the colour vermillion.
- Measures approximately 25cm wide x 155 cm long, excluding fringe.
- Free postage Australia wide.
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- White doiley with star shaped design
- 27cm x 19cm
- Free postage Australia wide
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In 1960 Stephanie Alexander's mother, Mary Burchett, published 'Through My Kitchen Door', a slender volume of recipes and reminiscences. At the time Mary's dedication to exploring 'foreign foods' set her apart from her contemporaries. In this book Stephanie presents her mother's original work annotated by family reminiscences and culinary tips. The 134-page hardback book with dustjacket is in good overall condition. Please refer to all photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
In 1998 Australian designer Stuart Rattle purchased the dilapidated Musk schoolhouse and surrounding grounds and over the following years created a sanctuary inside and out. This book is a tribute to the much-loved designer and is a fitting memento to the talented and extraordinary person he was. The stunning photographs in the book are by Earl Carter and Simon Griffiths. Please refer to all photos provided. The book is in good condition throughout. Any questions please get in touch. -
Made in the Glebe Mill, Kilcar, County Donegal, Ireland this pure new wool peaked cap will fit a small sized adult head. The peak has a large press stud which snaps into place on the body of the hat as shown in the photos provided. -
You may remember Matthew Evans from the TV series 'Gourmet Farmer' which was set in Tasmania and featured his property known as Fat Pig Farm. This book is in 'as new' condition and is quite weighty. Please check all the photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
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Viceroy tea was an Australian tea blend from the early 20th century.
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I believe this scarce strainer dates to around the 1920s.
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- 100% Linen tea towels
- Designed and printed in Australia
- 5 different colours available
- Free postage Australia wide
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This is a powerful memoir of a true Australian legend. Archie Roach was one of the stolen generation who was a talented musician and lyric writer. He was the 2020 Victorian of the Year and passed away in 2022. This book won the 2020 Indie Book of the Year (Non Fiction). This is a hardback edition with dustjacket and in good condition. Please refer to the photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
1000 selected recipes and every recipe provided in this book is of proved merit and signed as such by the donors. Proceeds of the sale of this book at the time were devoted to Tanunda Soldiers' Memorial. Please check all photos thoroughly. This is a lightweight paperback book and as such, over the years the cover has become slightly grubby and one cover corner is missing. Inside is in good condition but note dogeared edges on some pages. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
Scarce hardback book of 78 pages, published in 2003 by the Clan MacLeod of Australasia Pipe Band. Please refer to all the photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
This book tells the story of travelling through north east Australia as one of seven children with two adults, six horses, four dogs and 3000 sheep. This 200-page paperback book offers a fascinating insight into life in the outback. The book is in good condition. Please refer to the photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
If you're a Hawthorn supporter you'll love this book! As the title suggests it shares stories from the 1960s, 1970s, 1980s, 1990s and 2000s, the golden years. This book has been signed by one of Hawthorn's greatest players, Robert DiPierdomenico. This heavy, 279-page hardback book with dustjacket is in good condition overall. Please refer to all photos provided and note the presence of some indentations on the dustjacket, nothing major but noted for accuracy. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
If you are after a pristine cook book this is not for you. If you are wanting one with loads of character that has been well used and added to with snippets cut from elsewhere and glued in, look no further. It is small, measuring approximately 13 cm x 18 cm. The lower section of page 199 has been cut out. The advertisements are interesting too. -
This item has never been opened and is still in shrink wrap. Please refer to both photos. Note please, there is a small bump half way along the bottom front edge and several other small bumps on the packaging. Produced by Universal Music Australia Pty Ltd in conjunction with Sony Music Entertainment and Thom Music Ltd. Presented as a 90 page hardback journal, The Great Australian Songbook includes 2 CDs along with handwritten lyrics, artwork and anecdotes from 40 of Australia's finest recording artists. -
This book tells the story of a business that grew out of a blacksmith's shop. The oldest business in Shepparton, carried on by the same family and in the same place over five generations. This book is a great reference for the Furphy collector. This 99-page softcover/paperback book is in good overall condition. Please note that the previous owner's details have been handwritten inside in ink. Please refer to the photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
Remember cooking with the crock-pot? What a great appliance it was back in the 1970s! Pop your meal on early in the day and it would be ready to enjoy that evening. Today's equivalent would be the slow cooker. There are some great recipes within from Margaret Fulton, the first Australian food and cooking writer, journalist, author and commentator. Her recipes encouraged Australians to alter their traditional staple of 'meat and three vegetables' and to be creative with food. Please refer to all photos provided. The book is a hard cover with 80 pages and is in good condition. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
Stories of love, beauty and adventure on the open road. This book boasts hundreds of photographs showcasing handsome interiors and stunning landscapes and tells the stories of 25 travellers (solo, couples, families) who traded the comforts of home for home on the road. The book is in good condition throughout. Please refer to all photographs provided. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
This picture book brings together trains and animals which children love and the rhyming text makes this a great book to read aloud to young children. The author Mark Carthew is an award-winning Australian children's author, poet, musician and educator. The bold illustrations by Matt Stanton are delightful. Please refer to all photos provided. Note that the pages are slightly glossy and show up creases etc readily. Note that there is a small area of damage on the internal back cover and last page where the page has stuck at some point to the cover. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
'The New East' by Michael Freeman, a heavy (1.67kg) 227 page hardback with dustjacket, is the first comprehensive volume to present this ongoing style revolution and is sure to inspire anyone looking to add harmony and sensuality to their homes. Rich photographs brilliantly showcase Asian designs for living. You'll find everything you need to know about combining Western design motifs with Eastern traditional elements, such as the Japanese sliding screens; creating harmonious balance between the indoor and the outdoor space; and selecting specific materials that make up the traditional design form in Asia, such as bamboo and stone. This book teaches how to adapt to the Asian design philosophy of reducing a space to its core essentials and thus creating a natural and simple minimalist look, ultimately adding a sense of serenity and tranquility. The book is in good condition overall. Please check all photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
George James Stanley and his associates stole 50 head of cleanskin cattle off 'Moongool' Station in early 1916. The cattle were hidden on Jinkerbay holding on Wallumbilla Creek, amongst the prickly pear. Once bang-tailed and castrated they were taken to Harry Stanley's yards, branded and then returned to the safety of Jinkerbay. When the coast was clear the plan was to plant the young steers on George Stanley's newly acquired Muggleton Block, north of Wallumbilla. Sub-Inspector Rody Byrne of the Roma Police District, however, had other ideas. This paperback book of 145 pages is in good condition throughout. Please refer to all photos provided. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
This is a scarce first edition of this 213-page hardback book with dustjacket. Please refer to the photos provided and note that the dustjacket is not in perfect condition and that there is some yellowing to front and endpapers. Apart from that it is in good condition throughout. Any questions? Please get in touch. -
This 128 page paperback book provides a history of the fishing industry in Geraldton and gives the history of the industry prior to 1939. It was written by well-respected Geraldton identity, Russell Cooper. For those interested in or keen to learn this is a great book to have on the fishing history in Western Australia. Please refer to all photos provided. The knife shown in photos is not included in the purchase but used to prop open the pages. Any questions? Please get in touch.
