Gallery

A selection of current stock, including items from my sister business, Supersonic Industries. All items are on display and available for purchase from Jet Age Design and Supersonic Industries at the Canberra Antiques Centre in Fyshwick, open 10 am to 5 pm, seven days a week. (Full details on the Contact page). Hover cursor over image for full description, dimensions and price. Click on image to expand. For smart phones, click on image for description and price. Best viewed using either Firefox or Google Chrome browsers.

1960s dining suite designed by Ib Kofod Larsen for G Plan

1960s seven piece dining suite designed by Ib Kofod Larsen (1921-2003) for G Plan, High Wycombe, England. Draw-leaf extension table and six chairs. Teak and teak veneer, original condition (a/f, some minor marks), second generation upholstery to chairs. Table 152 cm long (collapsed), 244 cm long (extended), 89 cm wide, 72 cm high. Carvers 51 cm wide, 48 cm deep, 75 cm high. $4975 suite
c.1970s desk by Pridecraft

c.1970s timber desk by Pridecraft, Sydney. Teak and teak veener, maker’s ink stamp to underside of top. Very good original condition, top professionally repolished. 121 cm wide, 60 cm deep, 74 cm high. $695
1970s side table by Kalmar Furniture Pty Ltd

1970s timber side table by Kalmar Furniture Pty Ltd, Bayswater North, Melbourne. Stained coachwood base and edge, teak veneer top. Uncommon long version, without subsidiary nesting tables. Full professional restoration. 136 cm long, 50 cm deep, 46 cm high. $545
1960s lounge by Parker Furniture

Early production model 304 four-seater lounge by Parker Furniture, Sydney, c.mid-1960s. Maker’s ink stamp to underside of frame, original fabric tags retained to cushions. Teak base, expertly reupholstered by Signature Upholstery to original specifications. New webbing, foam and fabric. 224 cm long, 78 cm deep, 73 cm high. $3995
1960s lounge by Parker Furniture (base detail)

Early production model 304 four-seater lounge by Parker Furniture, Sydney, c.mid-1960s. Maker’s ink stamp to underside of frame, original fabric tags retained to cushions. Teak base, expertly reupholstered by Signature Upholstery to original specifications. New webbing, foam and fabric. 224 cm long, 78 cm deep, 73 cm high. $3995
1960s lounge by Parker Furniture (tag detail)

Early production model 304 four-seater lounge by Parker Furniture, Sydney, c.mid-1960s. Maker’s ink stamp to underside of frame, original fabric tags retained to cushions. Teak base, expertly reupholstered by Signature Upholstery to original specifications. New webbing, foam and fabric. 224 cm long, 78 cm deep, 73 cm high. $3995
1950s pendant light fitting designed by Selwyn Coffey for Kempthorne Lighting

1950s “Grantham” pendant light fitting, designed by (James) Selwyn (Kempthorne) Coffey (1913–1994) for Kempthorne Lighting, Melbourne, precursor to the “Checker” and “Arunya” models. All metal components repolished, professionally rewired (a/f, fleabite to upper shade). +/- 58 cm high, 45 cm diameter. $325
1950s pendant light fitting designed by Selwyn Coffey for Kempthorne Lighting (lower face)

1950s “Grantham” pendant light fitting, designed by (James) Selwyn (Kempthorne) Coffey (1913–1994) for Kempthorne Lighting, Melbourne, precursor to the “Checker” and “Arunya” models. Metal components repolished, professionally rewired (a/f, fleabite to upper shade). +/- 58 cm high, 45 cm diameter. $325
1950s pendant light fitting designed by Selwyn Coffey for Kempthorne Lighting (upper face)

1950s “Grantham” pendant light fitting, designed by (James) Selwyn (Kempthorne) Coffey (1913–1994) for Kempthorne Lighting, Melbourne, precursor to the “Checker” and “Arunya” models. Metal components repolished, professionally rewired (a/f, fleabite to upper shade). +/- 58 cm high, 45 cm diameter. $325
c.1960s lounge suite

c.1960s fully upholstered three piece wing-back lounge suite. Turned coachwood legs with polished metal sabots and glides, second generation upholstery in good condition (a/f, two replacement rear legs on blue chair, some minor marks to upholstery). Chairs and lounge 88 cm deep, 95 cm high, chairs 74 cm wide, lounge 174 cm wide. Chairs $1695 each, lounge $2495. Complete suite $5345
Set of six c.1960s dining chairs

c.1960s set of six timber dining chairs of unknown origin. Unusual reeded legs, limed timber finish to legs and uprights, (probable) second-generation velour upholstery in soft, bluish-green colourway. A/f, some very minor marks to upholstery on some chairs, excellent original condition. 46 cm wide, 43 cm deep, 80 cm high. $2125 set of six
1950s partial nest of tables by Denswood

1950s partial nest of timber side tables by Denswood (Densified Woods Pty Ltd), Cremorne, Sydney. Moulded coachwood plywood construction with ?maple veneer to table tops. Professionally restored (a/f, smallest table in nest of three missing, some marks remain to top of largest table. Largest table 56 cm wide, 33 cm deep, 47 cm high. $295 pair
c. mid 1960s church pendant light fittings (pair available)

c. mid 1960s light fittings, ex Uniting Church, O’Connor, Canberra (built 1965). Brass, aluminium and perspex. Beautifully engineered, rewired for domestic use. 199 cm long, shade 21 cm diameter, diffuser 31 cm diameter. Two available, $1150 and $845 (a/f, minor marks to diffuser). NOTE: designed for (very) high ceilings – stems CAN NOT be cut down
c. mid 1960s church pendant light fittings (pair available) (detail)

c. mid 1960s light fittings, ex Uniting Church, O’Connor, Canberra (built 1965). Brass, aluminium and perspex. Beautifully engineered, rewired for domestic use. 199 cm long, shade 21 cm diameter, diffuser 31 cm diameter. Two available, $1150 and $845 (a/f, minor marks to diffuser). NOTE: designed for (very) high ceilings – stems CAN NOT be cut down
c. mid 1960s church pendant light fittings (pair available) (detail)

c. mid 1960s light fittings, ex Uniting Church, O’Connor, Canberra (built 1965). Brass, aluminium and perspex. Beautifully engineered, rewired for domestic use. 199 cm long, shade 21 cm diameter, diffuser 31 cm diameter. Two available, $1150 and $845 (a/f, minor marks to diffuser). NOTE: designed for (very) high ceilings – stems CAN NOT be cut down
1960s corner desk/table

c.1960s timber corner desk/table, of English manufacture. Teak and teak veneer, graceful lines and compact proportions, with brass sabots, drawer handles and beading. Very good original unrestored condition. 118 cm wide, 50 cm deep, 86 cm high. $1175
1950s-1960s "Kone" chair designed by Roger McLay for Descon Laminates

"Kone" side chair, designed c.1948 by Roger McLay (1922 – 2000), Sydney. Coachwood ply shell on rod steel base. This chair most likely produced by Descon Laminates, Brookvale, Sydney, 1951-1962. Timber professionally repolished, original brass fasteners, replacement rubber feet. 74 cm wide, 56 cm deep, 69 cm high. $1795
c.1950s dining table by Myer Heritage

c.1950s timber dining table, part of the “Myer Heritage” range, sold through Myer department stores in the late 1940s and 1950s (brass manufacturer’s tag to central rail under table top). Blackwood base with solid blackwood top with strong grain pattern. Restored. 168 cm long, 90 cm wide, 77 cm high. $1845
1970s pendant light fitting

1970s pendant light fitting, red cased glass shade with original timber detail and aluminium gallery with ‘faux timber’ finish. New fitting and cable drop. Cable drop 28 cm long, shade and timber detail 34 cm long, entire fitting 64 cm long, shade 21 cm diameter. $275
1970s pendant light fittings by Kempthorne Lighting (two available)

1970s model K220 pendant cased glass light fittings by Kempthorne Lighting, Melbourne. New cable drops and fittings, replacement spiders (internal shade support). Shades 34 cm high, 27 cm diameter, cable drops 70 cm long. Two available, $295 each
1970s pendant light fitting by Leonora

1970s pendant light fitting by Leonora, Australia. Acid yellow cased glass shade with original aluminium detail, new electrical fitting. A/f, minor bruises to shade. 73 cm high, 19 cm diameter. $195
1960s side chairs (two available)

1960s timber side chairs. Of Australian origin, designer and manufacturer unknown. Blackbean construction, original fabric upholstery, excellent original condition. 46 cm wide, 50 cm deep, 82 cm high. Two available, $375 each
c.1970s side table

Petite c.1970s timber side table. Teak and teak veneer construction with decorative brass discs to top. Top professionally repolished. 45 cm wide, 45 cm deep, 45 cm high. $295
1960s-1970s timber sideboard/cabinet.

1960s-1970s timber sideboard/cabinet. Metal legs with black enamelled finish, teak veneer to carcass and doors, replacement white laminate top. Two internal sections, each with single removeable timber shelf. Excellent condition. 155 cm long, 34 cm deep, 63 cm high. $1345
1960s pendant light fitting (two available)

1960s single shade pendant light fittings. Fitting and finial with ‘gold’ spun lacquer finish. Upper shades white with clear glass bands to margin, lower shadse pink with stylised floral design. A/f, replacement galleries, minor loss of finish to stem and minor marks to galleries. Professionally rewired. 40 cm wide, c.44 cm high. Two available, $165 each
1960s pendant light fitting (two available)

1960s single shade pendant light fittings. Fitting and finial with ‘gold’ spun lacquer finish. Upper shades white with clear glass bands to margin, lower shadse pink with stylised floral design. A/f, replacement galleries, minor loss of finish to stem and minor marks to galleries. Professionally rewired. 40 cm wide, c.44 cm high. Two available, $165 each
1960s pendant light fitting

1960s twin shade pendant light fitting. Aluminum stem, gallery and garnish with brushed finish, white upper shade with liner design to margin, pale pink lower shade with stylised floral design. Professionally rewired. +/- 42 cm high, upper shade +/- 43 cm diameter. $225
c.1940s-1950s chest of drawers

c.1940s-1950s three drawer timber chest of drawers of American origin. American oak construction with random-matched rock maple veneer, highly figured veneer on central drawer, full professional restoration. 96 cm wide, 52 cm deep, 87 cm high. $1595
1950s side table

1950s timber side table of unusual proportions. Silky oak and silky oak veneer construction with strong grain pattern. Full professional restoration. 77 cm long, 42 cm deep, 53 cm high. $475
1950s side table (grain detail)

1950s timber side table of unusual proportions. Silky oak and silky oak veneer construction with strong grain pattern. Full professional restoration. 77 cm long, 42 cm deep, 53 cm high. $475
c.1970s table lamp

Hideous c.1970s lustre glaze ceramic table lamp featuring a stylised bird, with period shade. Originally retailed for $89.90 by the now defunct Walton’s department store, as evidenced by original price tag to base. No wonder they went broke... Shade 39 cm diameter, 72 cm high. $145
1960s-1970s table lamp

Imposing 1960s-1970s ceramic table lamp. Striking glossy orange-red glaze, period shade. Base 15 cm diameter, shade 38 cm diameter, base and shade 94 cm high. $575
1950s-1960s table lamp

1950s-1960s freeform ceramic table lamp. Gloss pale blue, pale grey and white glaze with stylised Australian wildflower design, contemporary shade. Professionally rewired. 17 cm wide, 14 cm deep, shade 25 cm diameter, lamp and shade 44 cm high. $275
Boxed set of spice canisters by British Plastics Pty Ltd

1950s-1960s boxed set of five plastic spice canisters by British Plastics Pty Ltd, Hawthorn, Melbourne. Harlequin colourway, canisters never used, original box. Box a/f, but complete apart from one inner flap. Box 32 cm wide, 7 cm deep, 9 cm high. $145 set
Boxed set of spice canisters by British Plastics Pty Ltd (open)

1950s-1960s boxed set of five plastic spice canisters by British Plastics Pty Ltd, Hawthorn, Melbourne. Harlequin colourway, canisters never used, original box. Box a/f, but complete apart from one inner flap. Box 32 cm wide, 7 cm deep, 9 cm high. $145 set
c.1950s canisters by Villaware

Set of five c.1950s aluminium canisters by Villaware, Australia. Soft grey and pale green enamel colourway with aluminium tag to face (a/f, minor loss of finish to some lids). Largest canister 19 cm diameter, 20 cm high. $95 set
1950s industrial floor lamp

1950s heat lamp, modified for domestic use as a floor lamp. Polished chrome finish with timber handle and black enamelled base on original metal castors (a/f, neck of shade with small dent to one side). Head and arm are adjustable to various configurations. Professionally rewired. Stem 183 cm high, arm 98 cm long, base 61 cm wide. $1245 (available from Supersonic Industries, also at Canberra Antiques Centre)
c.1960s photographic lamp by Barton (collapsed)

c.1960s photographic floor lamp by Barton, modified for domestic use. Adjustable aluminium shade, telescopic stem, professionally rewired with new fitting, cable, plug and cordline switch. Shade 20 cm long, 23 cm diameter, c.100 cm high when collapsed, c.200 cm high when fully extended. $295 (available from Supersonic Industries, also at Canberra Antiques Centre)
c.1960s photographic lamp (extended)

c.1960s photographic floor lamp, modified for domestic use. Adjustable aluminium shade, telescopic stem, professionally rewired with new fitting, cable, plug and cordline switch. Shade 20 cm long, 23 cm diameter, c.100 cm high when collapsed, c.200 cm high when fully extended. $295 (available from Supersonic Industries, also at Canberra Antiques Centre)
1970s side table

1970s timber side table, blackbean and blackbean veneer, nice finger joints to leg assemblies, strong grain pattern. Designer and manufacturer unknown, of Australian origin. Professionally restored. 124 cm long, 50.5 cm deep, 46 cm high. $645
c.1970s side table

c.1970s timber side table. Jarrah base and solid mahogany top with strong grain pattern. Top professionally repolished. 90 cm long, 45 cm deep, 46 cm high. $595
Pair 1950s bedside cabinets

Pair 1950s timber bedside cabinets. Plywood side panels with European walnut veneer band to front edge, burl maple veneer to drawer fronts, original handles and black vitrolite panels to tops, replacement float glass shelves. All timber professionally repolished. A/f, minor scratches to vitrolite. 49 cm wide, 34 cm deep, 57 cm high. $1245 pair
1950s pendant light fitting

c.1950s two arm pendant light fitting with frosted shades with textured green bands and ‘gold’ detail. Polished chrome finish, professionally rewired. 56 cm high, 48 cm wide, 15 cm deep. $325
1960s three shade pendant light fitting

1960s three shade pendant light fitting. Brass finish with decorative detail to stem, period shades, professionally rewired. 60 cm high, +/- 50 cm wide. $245
1960s pendant light fitting by Austral Lighting (upturned-shade version)

1960s three arm pendant light fitting by Austral Lighting (upturned-shade version). Brass finish with satin black detail, original shades, metal components repolished, professionally rewired. 60 cm high, +/- 63 cm wide. $275
Set of four c.1970s-1980s bar stools

Set of four c.1970s-1980s swivel seat barstools. Metal base with gold enamelled finish, footrests are height-adjustable, seats with original black vinyl upholstery. A/f, minor marks to bases and upholstery. Base 43 cm diameter, seat 47 cm diameter, 87 cm high. $595 set of four
1960s kitchen/dining suite

1960s five piece kitchen/dining suite. Table with white ‘Skylark’ Formica top and unusual purple Formica edge, upholstered valance and polished chrome legs. Chairs with original upholstery on backrests, new upholstery on seat to original specifications. Table 121 cm long, 81 cm wide, 77 cm high; chairs 35 cm wide, 55 cm deep, 81 cm high. $1595 suite
1960s kitchen/dining suite (top detail)

1960s five piece kitchen/dining suite. Table with white ‘Skylark’ Formica top and unusual purple Formica edge, upholstered valance and polished chrome legs. Chairs with original upholstery on backrests, new upholstery on seat to original specifications. Table 121 cm long, 81 cm wide, 77 cm high; chairs 35 cm wide, 55 cm deep, 81 cm high. $1595 suite
1950s side chair designed by Fred Lowen for Fler (four available)

1950s ‘TV’ model side chair, designed c. mid-1950s by Fred Lowen (1919 – 2005) for Fler, Melbourne. Rod steel framed with new powdercoating, ?maple armrests professionally repolished, new foam and fabric upholstery to original specifications, original glides. 64 cm wide, 54 cm deep, 84 cm high. Four available, $745 each
1960s bar stools by Hypersonic Industries (two available)

1960s bar stools by Hypersonic Industries, Footscray, Melbourne. Rod steel frames, original plastic feet, new vinyl upholstery to seats. 38 cm wide, 39 cm deep, 90 cm high. Two available, $225 each
1950s-1960s rocking chair designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara

“Mademoiselle” timber rocking chair in black lacquered birch, designed in 1956 by Ilmari Tapiovaara (Finland, 1914 – 1999). Early (1950s-1960s) export production by Finnish manufacturer Asko (label to underside of seat; prior to the acquisition of the design by Artek). A/f, minor wear to finish, especially to tip of one rocker rail). 46 cm wide, 91 cm deep, 92.5 cm high. $1675
c.1970s side table designed by Grete Jalk for France & Son

Timber and glass occasional table, designed in 1960 by Grete Jalk, Denmark (1920 – 2006) for France & Son. Interlocking base in solid rosewood with clear float glass top, c.1970s production example. Base professionally restored (a/f, some sun fading, very minor marks to glass top). 105 cm diameter, 43 cm high. $1645
1970s side table designed by Sigurd Ressell for Vatne Møbler

1970s “Falcon” side table designed in the 1970s by Sigurd Ressell (1920 – 2010) for Vatne Møbler, Vatne, Norway. Moulded ply beech base with rosewood finish, manufacturer’s tag to leg, clear float glass top. Very good original condition (a/f, minor marks to top). 90 cm diameter, 45 cm high. $995
1970s side table designed by Sigurd Ressell for Vatne Møbler (label detail)

1970s “Falcon” side table designed in the 1970s by Sigurd Ressell (1920 – 2010) for Vatne Møbler, Vatne, Norway. Moulded ply beech base with rosewood finish, manufacturer’s tag to leg, clear float glass top. Very good original condition (a/f, minor marks to top). 90 cm diameter, 45 cm high. $995
1950s-1960s pendant light fitting by Kempthorne Lighting (single shade version; two available)

1950s-1960s pendant light fitting, "Diamond" model by Kempthorne Lighting, Melbourne. Fitting and finial with brushed aluminum finish. Shade white, with pink, white and clear bands. Professionally rewired. Two available, c.57 cm and c.60 cm high, both 45 cm diameter. $165 each
1940s-1950s three shade pendant light fitting

1940s-1950s three shade pendant light fitting. Polished chrome finish with decorative bakelite finial to base, satin ‘crackle’ finish glass shades. Professionally rewired. 53 cm wide, 50 cm high. $475
1970s pendant light fitting by Brodie Lighting

1970s three shade pendant light fitting by Brodie Lighting, Sydney. Gallery with ‘gold’ spun lacquer finish, plastic shades with granular finish externally. Professionally rewired. 66 cm high, 22 cm wide. $165
1970s painting by Ron Hogan

1970s framed artwork, painting on canvas by Australian artist Ron Hogan (1926 – 2021). Signed “Hogan 72” at lower right, “Ron Hogan” chalked to rear frame. Hogan lived and worked in Bali during 1972, and this painting likely features subject matter from that time. 78.5 wide, 93.5 cm high. $345
1960s print

c.1960s print of a matador and bull, illegible signature at lower left. Original frame. 66 cm wide, 54 cm high. $125
1950s commemorative pennant

1950s pennant celebrating the Royal Visit by Queen Elizabeth II and Philip, Duke of Edinburgh to Australia in 1954. Two sided (same image on both sides) paper pennant on timber dowel. Paper component means that these pennants do not have a high survival rate! 29 cm wide, 37 cm high. $38
1950s five shade pendant light fitting

1950s five shade pendant light fitting. Satin black enamel and brass finish, original pale mottled-green conical shades. Professionally rewired. 82 cm high, 50 cm wide. $695
1950s pendant light fitting by Lemar Industries

1950s pendant three shade light fitting in the Daydream range, by Lemar Industries, Sydney. Salver shaped shades with red spun lacquer finish, mounted on flexible brass necks. A/f, minor loss/discolouration to finish to some components, base plate repainted, replacement stem and gallery. Professionally rewired. 80 cm high, c.40 cm wide. $595
1950s pendant light fitting by Lemar Industries (detail)

1950s pendant three shade light fitting in the Daydream range, by Lemar Industries, Sydney. Salver shaped shades with red spun lacquer finish, mounted on flexible brass necks. A/f, minor loss/discolouration to finish to some components, base plate repainted, replacement stem and gallery. Professionally rewired. 80 cm high, c.40 cm wide. $595
1950s "Nest-A-Bye" chairs by Sebel (two remaining))

1950s “Nest-A-Bye” stacking chairs by Sebel, Bankstown, Sydney. Original upholstery and decals, replacement feet and arm tips (a/f, foam in seats has disintegrated). Can be stacked to a maximum of eight chairs. Two remaining. 46 cm wide, 40 cm deep, 79 cm high (top of backrest). $45 each (available from Supersonic Industries, also at Canberra Antiques Centre)
c.1960s film projector trolley by Bell & Howell

c.1960s metal film projector trolley by Bell & Howell, ex Science Department, Merici College, Braddon, Canberra. Vinyl insert to top shelf is not original. 53 cm wide, 53 cm deep, 118 cm high. $295 (available from Supersonic Industries, also at Canberra Antiques Centre)
c.1960s laboratory storage unit

c.1960s 24-drawer timber laboratory storage unit. Solid ash or Tasmanian oak construction (very heavy!), black enamelled timber top, great patina. 116 cm wide, 53.5 cm deep, 84 cm high. $1495 (available from Supersonic Industries, also at Canberra Antiques Centre)
1950s pendant light fitting by Light Craft

1950s three arm pendant light fitting by Light Craft, Australia. Brass construction with decorative stylised ‘flowers’ with enamelled finish (a/f, minor loss to finish) and brass detail, lampholders with red finish and decorative brass ring to apex (a/f, two missing), gallery with spun lacquer finish. Metal components professionally repolished, professionally rewired. 76 cm high, 47 cm wide. $695
1950s pendant light fitting by Light Craft

1950s eight arm pendant light fitting by Light Craft, Australia. Brass construction with (impossible to replace) lampholders with red finish and decorative brass ring to apex (a/f, two missing). Metal components professionally repolished, professionally rewired. 50 cm high, 53 cm wide. $795
1960s pendant light fitting

1960s three arm pendant light fitting. Brass stem and arms with satin black body and shade caps, original spun lacquer galleryl, period shades, professionally rewired. 61 cm high, 63 cm wide. $265
c.1950s dressing table

c.1950s timber dressing table (a/f, mirror removed by a previous owner). Twin pedestal design with modesty panel, curved top and twin cupboards with original metal handles. Made in the Netherlands by unknown manufacturer, walnut veneer over blockboard. Strong grain pattern, professionally restored. 120 cm long, 37 cm deep, 68 cm high. $745
1960s shelving unit designed and manufactured by Kees Westra (variant 1)

1960s timber shelving unit with fixed shelves, designed and manufactured by local Canberra cabinet maker Kees Westra (1926-1976). Sapele veneer over particleboard with maple veneer to face trim, replacement plywood rear panel. Fully restored. Spacing between shelves 19 cm, 31.5 cm and 36.5 cm. 92 cm wide, 103 cm high, 20 cm deep. $775
c.1960s magazine tidy

c.1960s timber magazine tidy. An unusual design with a large, intricate, central section in polished timber, flanked by two oversize ‘boomerang’-shaped legs with a white painted finish. A/f, minor marks to finish. 46 cm wide, 37 cm deep, 42 cm high. $145
1956 bicycle by A.G. Healing Ltd

1956 24 inch ladies bicycle by A.G.Healing Ltd, Australia. Largely original condition with vintage 1¾ tyres, original(?) Bell Junior leather saddle and vintage (c.1970s) plastic handgrips. Frame number 210 F 56171. A/f, tyres perished, some surface corrosion to chrome components, wear to finish. Sold as prop/display ONLY. 1190 cm long, 96 cm high. $265 (available from Supersonic Industries, also at Canberra Antiques Centre)
1956 bicycle by A.G. Healing Ltd (frame detail)

1956 24 inch ladies bicycle by A.G.Healing Ltd, Australia. Largely original condition with vintage 1¾ tyres, original(?) Bell Junior leather saddle and vintage (c.1970s) plastic handgrips. Frame number 210 F 56171. A/f, tyres perished, some surface corrosion to chrome components, wear to finish. 1190 cm long, 96 cm high. $265 (available from Supersonic Industries, also at Canberra Antiques Centre)
c.1980s timber sign

c.1980s hand lettered timber sign, “Barber”. A/f, fading to red border, small holes from previous fasteners. 124 cm long, 23 cm high, 1 cm deep. $175
c.1960s rocking horse

c.1960s timber and plastic rocking horse, “Sir Harry the Hairless Horse” by Moulded Products Inc., Maple Plain, Minnesota, USA. Timber base, legs and hand grips, moulded plastic body. Excellent original condition, with original decals. 51 cm wide, 80 cm long, 77 cm high. $145
1970s childrens rocker by N.E.S. Toys

c.1970s timber children’s rocker, “Ukky” by N.E.S. Toys, Australia. Masonite, timber and particleboard construction, good original condition (a/f, minor marks and loss to finish). 70 cm long, 30 cm wide, 40 cm high. $45
1950s stool

1950s timber stool. Oregon frame with original cotton fabric webbing, frame professionally reploished. A/f, minor loss to base of one leg, webbing uniformly sun-faded (originally dark blue and red). 54 cm long, 35.5 cm deep, 32 cm high. $245
1960s canisters by Nally Plastics

Full set of five 1960s plastic canisters by Nally Plastics, Sydney. “Galaxy” pattern, smart black and white colourway, one of the best examples I have seen. A/f, lid of sugar canister with minor fading. Largest canister 17 cm wide, 17 cm deep, 19.5 cm high. $125 set of five
1960s canisters by Rex Aluminium Co. Pty Ltd

Full set of five 1960s aluminium canisters, “Raco” by Rex Aluminium Co. Pty Ltd, Australia, coppery anodised finish (a/f some minor dents). Largest canister 23 cm diameter, 18.5 cm high. $85 set
1940s-1950s canister set by Moulded Products (Australasia) Ltd

Set six 1940s-1950s “Duperite” bakelite canisters by Moulded Products (Australasia) Ltd, Melbourne. Speckled blue colourway. A/f, minor loss to inside rim of lid of second largest canister. Largest canister 22.5 cm high, 18.5 cm diameter. $145 set
1960s desk lamp

c.1960s desk lamp. Unusual triangular base with black ‘wrinkle’ finish, flexible neck with polished chrome finish, red spun lacquer finish to shade. Excellent original condition. Shade 12 cm long, c.30 cm high. $95
1960s-1970s desk lamp

1960s-1970s desk lamp. Flexible neck with polished chrome finish, red spun lacquer finish to base and shade, excellent original condition. Shade 12 cm long, base 13 cm diameter, c.35 cm high. $75
c.1960s desk lamp

c.1960s desk lamp. Flexible neck with polished chrome finish, base with black ‘wrinkle’ finish, red spun lacquer finish to shade. Shade 11 cm long, base 11 cm diameter, c.26 cm high. $55
1950s metal fire screen

1950s fire screen. Wrought iron frame with white painted finish, curved steel panel with hand-painted tropical scene. A/f, minor wear and surface corrosion to frame, minor marks to panel. 81.5 cm long, 18 cm deep (feet at base), 61 cm high. $125
c.1950s yacht ornaments

c.1950s metal and glass yacht ornaments. Pair of metal yachts with polished chrome finish on rare, original, blue mirrored glass base (this component frequently missing). A/f, minor crazing to silvering on one margin of base. Base 38 cm long, 23 cm wide, largest yacht 35 cm high. $165 set
1960s laminate swatches by Formica

1960s plastic laminate sample swatches by Formica, Australia, originally from a distributor in Wagga Wagga. 27 individual swatches in two different sizes, many with pattern and colour names stamped to rear faces. $65 lot
1960s twin shade pendant light fitting

1960s twin shade pendant light fitting. Chunky, textured glass shades suspended on metal rods with decorative linear bracket. New wiring. A/f, some scratches and minor loss to finish on bracket and rods. 72 cm high, 36 cm wide, shades 13 cm diameter. $275
1960s pendant light fitting

1960s pendant light fitting. Large satin white glass shade, brushed aluminium stem (with original ‘spider’) and gallery. Rewired. 80 cm high, shade c.23 cm diameter. $225
1960s-1970s pendant light fitting by Crown Lighting

1960s-1970s “Stanway” pendant light fitting by Crown Lighting, Sydney. Complete, including inner shade. Gallery and trumpet garnish newly repainted, rewired. 63 cm high, 38 cm diameter. $345
Set of five 1950s mixers by Sunbeam

Set of five 1950s model 9B Sunbeam “Mixmaster” mixers. Designed in the USA, introduced in 1948 and in production until c.1960. Available in five colours in Australia: coral, primrose, green, blue and white. A/f, minor loss to finish and/or decals, no bowls. Sold as prop/display ONLY (plugs removed). 33 cm long, 21 cm wide, 35 cm high. $475 set
1950s-1960s tea caddies/dispensers by Pierwood Plastics and Nylex

1950s-1960s plastic tea caddies/dispensers. Left hand example is “Gayware” by Pierwood Plastics, Chatswood, Sydney, right hand example is by Nylex, Australia. Nylex version a/f, minor marks. 12 cm wide, 11 cm deep, 19 cm high. Gayware version (L) $75, Nylex version (R) $55
1950s-1960s bedside table

1950s-1960s height adjustable bedside table. Metal base with polished chrome finish, table with yellow pearl Laminex top. 53 cm wide, 45 cm deep, 53 cm high at lowest setting, 77 cm high at highest setting. $225 (available from Supersonic Industries, also at Canberra Antiques Centre)
c.1950s industrial pendant light fitting (small version with cut-away panels)

c.1950s industrial pendant light fitting (small version with cut-away panels). Porcelain enamel over steel, green with white interior. Professionally rewired for domestic use: new fitting, cable and (not visible in this image) gallery. Shade 23 cm diameter, 12 cm high, drop 1 m. $225 (available from Supersonic Industries, also at Canberra Antiques Centre)
1950s task lamp by W.R. Terry

1950s “Mobilite” task lamp by W.R.Terry, Melbourne. Metal base, original black bakelite shade, remnant decal to base. Professionally rewired with period-correct fabric covered cable, mounted on custom-made desk tidy base (a/f, minor damage to base of shade). Base 23 cm wide, 35 cm deep, lamp and base c.70 cm high. $295 (available from Supersonic Industries, also at Canberra Antiques Centre)
1950s task lamp by Planet Products

1950s metal task lamp by Planet Products, Brighton, Melbourne. May be mounted on a vertical or (as in this example) horizontal surface. Professionally rewired with period-correct fabric covered cable. Base 15 cm wide, 35 cm deep, lamp and base c.80 cm high. $295 (price includes mounting block if desired; available from Supersonic Industries, also at Canberra Antiques Centre)
20th C butterfly chair (red sling)

20th C butterfly chair, based on a 1938 design by Antonio Bonet, Juan Kurchan and Jorge Ferrari Hardoy (Buenos Aires, Argentina). Subsequently manufactured in the millions by several manufacturers in the ensuing decades, this is a 20th C Australian production frame with new powdercoating and replacement canvas sling from the USA. 86 cm wide, 82 cm deep, 85 cm high. $495
20th C butterfly chair (yellow sling)

20th C butterfly chair, based on a 1938 design by Antonio Bonet, Juan Kurchan and Jorge Ferrari Hardoy (Buenos Aires, Argentina). Subsequently manufactured in the millions by several manufacturers in the ensuing decades, this is a 20th C Australian production frame with new powdercoating and replacement canvas sling from the USA. 86 cm wide, 82 cm deep, 85 cm high. $495
1950s smoker's stand

1950s metal smoker’s stand/side table. Rod steel base, freeform timber table with brown ‘Stardust’ Laminex top, original spherical rubber feet and spherical timber handle. Restored, base and handle repainted. Price includes mosaic-tiled dish, if desired. 42 cm wide, 43 cm deep, 88 cm high. $245
1960s pendant light fitting

1960s single shade pendant light fitting. Fitting and finial with brushed ‘gold’ aluminum finish. Upper shade in white with clear design to margin, lower shade white with luminous yellow stylised floral design. Professionally rewired. 43 cm high, 45 cm diameter. $165
1960s pendant light fitting (upper shade)

1960s single shade pendant light fitting. Fitting and finial with brushed ‘gold’ aluminum finish. Upper shade in white with clear design to margin, lower shade white with luminous yellow stylised floral design. Professionally rewired. 43 cm high, 45 cm diameter. $165
1960s pendant light fitting (lower shade)

1960s single shade pendant light fitting. Fitting and finial with brushed ‘gold’ aluminum finish. Upper shade in white with clear design to margin, lower shade white with luminous yellow stylised floral design. Professionally rewired. 43 cm high, 45 cm diameter. $165
1980s outdoor chairs (set of six)

Set of six metal outdoor chairs. Originally designed and produced for a café in Kellett Street, Kings Cross, Sydney in the 1980s (this info courtesy Ken Neale). Fully restored, new powdercoating in original colour scheme (three blue, three grey), original rubber shock mounts, replacement discs, fasteners and rubber feet. 51 cm wide, 57 cm deep, 89 cm high. $1895 set of six
1980s outdoor chairs (set of six)

Set of six metal outdoor chairs. Originally designed and produced for a café in Kellett Street, Kings Cross, Sydney in the 1980s (this info courtesy Ken Neale). Fully restored, new powdercoating in original colour scheme (three blue, three grey), original rubber shock mounts, replacement discs, fasteners and rubber feet. 51 cm wide, 57 cm deep, 89 cm high. $1895 set of six
1950s kitchen chair by Frosbro

c.1950s sturdy yet inelegant kitchen chair by Frosbro, Australia. Enamelled/plastic coated steel frame with uncomfortably hard laminate seat and back rest in French Blue Onyx Formica, original rubber feet. 37 cm wide, 44 cm deep, 73 cm high. $48
c.1950s steel letters (four available)

c.1950s pressed and folded steel capital letters, of commercial origin, with painted ‘candy stripe’ finish. Four available: E, E, I, S. 23 cm high. $65 each (available from Supersonic Industries, also at Canberra Antiques Centre; timber crate in image not for sale)
1960s advertising panel

1960s advertising panel for “Timbertone” wall panels by Masonite, Australia. Image is based on a photographic design used in print advertising for this product at the time. Rare. 30.5 cm wide, 37.5 cm high. $125 (available from Supersonic Industries, also at Canberra Antiques Centre)
1950s-1960s parade sign

1950s-1960s timber parade sign, ex Salvation Army Corps in Rockdale, Sydney. Timber and masonite construction, hand-lettered legend (a/f, minor loss to masonite board). 116 cm high, 84 cm wide. $125 (available from Supersonic Industries, also at Canberra Antiques Centre)
1950s-1960s desk lamp

1950s-1960s metal desk lamp. Aluminium base and pierced shade with copper spun lacquer finish, flexible neck (a/f, very minor wear to finish). Base 15 cm diameter, shade 23 cm long, +/- 40 cm high. $245
c.1960s desk lamp

c.1960s desk lamp. Flexible neck with polished chrome finish, red spun lacquer finish to base and shade, excellent condition. Shade 17 cm long, base 12 cm diameter, c.27 cm high. $75
c.1960s desk lamp

c.1960s desk lamp. Flexible neck with polished chrome finish, red spun lacquer finish to base and shade, excellent condition. Shade 14 cm long, base 12 cm diameter, c.30 cm high. $75
1960s-1970s teaching map by H.E.C. Robinson

1960s-1970s teaching map, “Indonesia” by H.E.C. Robinson, Australia. 115 cm wide, 91 cm high. $245 (available from Supersonic Industries, also at Canberra Antiques Centre)
1950s-1960s educational poster by Rossignol

1950s-1960s educational poster featuring household electrical appliances, by Rossignol, France. Poster laminated and framed by previous owner, professionally reset. 93 cm wide, 76 cm high. $295
c.1950s side table by Namco

1950s side table by Namco, Australia. Tubular aluminium base with integral aluminium feet, replacement acrylic top. Sometimes wrongly attributed to Warren McArthur (USA), this is an Australian in-house interpretation by Namco of one of McArthur’s designs. 75 cm diameter, 54 cm high. $475
1980s floor lamp by Peason

1980s plastic and metal twin shade floor lamp by Peason, Sydney. Unusual shade design with separately switched heads. Excellent original condition. Base 18 cm diameter, 142 cm high. $225
1980s floor lamp by Peason (detail)

1980s plastic and metal twin shade floor lamp by Peason, Sydney. Unusual shade design with separately switched heads. Excellent original condition. Base 18 cm diameter, 142 cm high. $225
1960s floor lamp

1960s metal floor lamp, of Australian origin. Fully restored, newly repainted in original satin black colourway, original glass shade and ‘jewellery’, professionally rewired with new, period-appropriate fabric covered cable. A/f, diffuser is a little mis-shapen. Base 38 cm diameter, 151 cm high. $1175
c.1960s bottle crate

c.1960s metal bottle crate, possibly for transport of milk bottles. Stamped “F D C” to side rail. 45 cm long, 36 cm wide, 20 cm high. $48
c.1960s 12 drawer cabinet

c.1960s metal 12 drawer cabinet. Index card holders to all drawer fronts, good original condition (a/f, no key). 36 cm wide, 41 cm deep, 115 cm high. $345 (available from Supersonic Industries, also at Canberra Antiques Centre)
c.1950s-1960s casting die

c.1950s-1960s timber casting die of a pump housing, stamped “Centrex Pump” on lower section, probably ex NSW State Railways workshops, Enfield, Sydney. 80 cm wide, 30 cm deep, 72 cm high. $245 (available from Supersonic Industries, also at Canberra Antiques Centre)
Crap records

Barely listenable and virtually unsaleable, Jet Age Design stocks a wide range of truly awful records by many unpopular artists. Thinly veiled double entendres and difficult listening a speciality. Over 100 titles unfortunately always in stock. Prices vary.
Yet more crap records

You'd think I'd know better by now than to keep stocking this garbage, but no ... Like it says - all filler, no killer! Prices vary, depending on undesirability.
Crap on 45!

Smaller, shorter and sometimes cheaper than an LP, but still crap. 45's and EPs from all the unpopular artists, yours to cherish forever or throw away in disgust. Prices vary according to undesirability.
1960s examination lamp by Planet Lighting

1960s examination floor lamp by Planet Lighting, Melbourne. Working, professionally rewired via transformer unit (to accommodate specialised 12 volt bulb), but please note that replacement bulbs for this lamp are no longer available. Use as is, or as a prop. Base 50 cm wide and deep, c.180 cm high. $345 (available from Supersonic Industries, also at Canberra Antiques Centre).
1960s examination lamp by Planet Lighting (head detail)

1960s examination floor lamp by Planet Lighting, Melbourne. Working, professionally rewired via transformer unit (to accommodate specialised 12 volt bulb), but please note that replacement bulbs for this lamp are no longer available. Use as is, or as a prop. Base 50 cm wide and deep, c.180 cm high. $345 (available from Supersonic Industries, also at Canberra Antiques Centre).
1940s-1950s floor lamp by Storer Harrison X-Ray Co.

1940s-1950s infrared heat lamp by Storer Harrison X-Ray Co., Sydney. Professionally modified and rewired for domestic use. Height adjustable stem rotates 360°, shade adjustable 180° on vertical axis. A/f, minor dent to shade, surface corrosion to horizontal bar. 76 cm wide (including bar), c.120 – 170 cm high. $595 (available from Supersonic Industries, also at Canberra Antiques Centre)
c.1950s bar

c.1950s timber and vinyl bar with plastic laminate top and hand painted design, by Wagga Wagga signwriter/artist Mickey Nelson. Replacement buttons, new (unobtrusive) plinth base. A/f, shelves with some stains and marks (previously used in a shed to store paint!), some minor marks on short side face. 115 cm wide, 103 cm deep, 74 cm high. $645
c.1950s bar

c.1950s timber and vinyl bar with plastic laminate top and hand painted design, by Wagga Wagga signwriter/artist Mickey Nelson. Replacement buttons, new (unobtrusive) plinth base. A/f, shelves with some stains and marks (previously used in a shed to store paint!), some minor marks on short side face. 115 cm wide, 103 cm deep, 74 cm high. $645
Pair early-mid 1960s dining/side chairs by Clingcast

Pair early-mid 1960s “Classic” series dining/side chairs by Clingcast, Bankstown, Sydney. Unusual three-legged design, these are less common than the more conventional four-legged “Clarendon” series. Cast alloy legs and frame, new foam and vinyl upholstery. 48 cm wide, 68 cm deep, 78 cm high. $495 pair
1970s pendant light fitting by Artcraft Metal Industries Pty Ltd (large spherical shade)

1970s large spun lucite ‘spaghetti’ pendant light fitting by Artcraft Metal Industries Pty Ltd, Sydney, orange colourway. Original bracket, new cable drop. Shade 34 cm diameter, 80 cm high (shade and cable drop). $225
1970s pendant light fitting by Artcraft Metal Industries Pty Ltd (large spherical shade) (three available)

1970s large spun lucite ‘spaghetti’ pendant light fitting by Artcraft Metal Industries Pty Ltd, Sydney, translucent colourway. Original bracket, new cable drop. Shade 34 cm diameter. Three available, cable drops 50 cm, 50 cm and 40 cm long. $225 each
1970s pendant light fitting by Artcraft Metal Industries Pty Ltd (small spherical shade)

1970s spun lucite ‘spaghetti’ pendant light fitting by Artcraft Metal Industries Pty Ltd, Sydney, orange colourway. Original bracket, new cable drops. Shade 26 cm diameter, 80 cm high (shade and cable drop). $195
1950s-1960s chairs by Namco (four available; green chair SOLD))

1950s-1960s chairs by Namco, Australia. Persistently (mis-) attributed to American designer Warren McArthur, but these probably represent an in-house design by Namco. A/f, minor nicks to vinyl. 44 cm wide, 50 cm deep, 75 cm high. Four available (green chair SOLD), $45 each (available from Supersonic Industries, also at Canberra Antiques Centre)
c.1960s ladder by Mote

c.1960s timber ladder ( 6ft “Light House Step”) by Mote, Australia. Great patina, makers mark and model details stencilled to frame. 55 cm wide, 110 cm deep (fully opened), 170 cm high. $95 (available from Supersonic Industries, also at Canberra Antiques Centre)
c.1960s desk/work table

c.1960s timber desk/work table, original purpose unknown. Probably ash or Tasmanian oak, with veneer over particleboard for some larger panels. Top with ?linoleum or similar composite inlay, replacement handle and catch to cupboard door. 92 cm wide, 51 cm deep, 83 cm high. $445 (available from Supersonic Industries, also at Canberra Antiques Centre)
1960s pendant light fitting by Daydream/Lemar Industries (three shade version)

1960s three shade pendant light fitting, “Venetian” model D146/3 by Daydream/Lemar Industries, Sydney, introduced c.1962. Brass and satin black finish with gold spun lacquer gallery and satin white glass shades (a/f, some wear to metal components. Professionally rewired. 63 cm high, +/-50 cm wide. $325
1960s pendant light fitting by Daydream (five shade version) (three available)

1960s five shade pendant light fitting, “Venetian” model D146/5 by Daydream/Lemar Industries, Sydney. Brass and satin black finish with spun lacquer gallery and satin white shades (a/f, minor loss to finish on galleries, very minor marks to some shades). Professionally rewired. 59 cm high, c.52 cm wide. Three available, $575 each
1970s pendant light fitting

1970s pendant light fitting. Plastic shade in orange colourway, metal detail with polished chrome finish, new electrical fitting. Shade 38 cm diameter, 23 cm high, entire unit (shade and cable drop) 95 cm high. $125
c.2000's artwork

c.2000’s framed original artwork, oil on canvas. Stylised scene of Singapore’s financial district at night by unknown Singaporean artist. 67.5 cm wide, 67.5 cm high. $125
20th C original artwork by Philip Cord

20th C framed original artwork, featuring abstract forms on a colourful background, signed “Philip Cord” at lower right-hand corner. Period painted frame, low-reflection glazing. 58 cm high, 38 cm wide. $125
1960s 'stylised figures' artwork

1960s artwork, mixed media on paper, featuring five highly stylised, colourful figures, illegible signature and date at bottom right hand corner. Block mount with hessian matboard. 68 cm wide, 82.5 cm high. $275
c.1960s-1970s school chairs

c.1960s-1970s stacking school chairs, steel frame with coachwood ply seats and backs. Plenty of patina! 40 cm wide, 49 cm deep, 72 cm high (top of backrest). Two available, $35 each (available from Supersonic Industries, also at Canberra Antiques Centre)
1950s stationery basket/in-out tray

1950s metal stationery basket/in-out tray. All wire construction, not common. 36 cm long, 26.5 cm wide, 8 cm high. $32 (available from Supersonic Industries, also at Canberra Antiques Centre)
1950s pub table by Marquis

1950s metal and bakelite pub table by Marquis, Australia. Tubular steel base with polished chrome finish, ‘walnut’ bakelite top. An uncommon piece, as the unprotected bakelite top is prone to damage, especially in a commercial environment. A/f, chrome plating in poor condition, top with some fading to edges. 60 cm diameter, 74 cm high. $225 (available from Supersonic Industries, also at Canberra Antiques Centre)
1960s pendant light fitting

1960s single shade pendant light fitting. Fitting and finial with natural, brushed aluminum finish. Upper shade in pale, soft pink with clear glass central section and pattern to margin, lower shade white with clear design. Professionally rewired. c.56 cm high, 42 cm diameter. $165
1960s pendant light fitting (upper shade)

1960s single shade pendant light fitting. Fitting and finial with natural, brushed aluminum finish. Upper shade in pale, soft pink with clear glass central section and pattern to margin, lower shade white with clear design. Professionally rewired. c.56 cm high, 42 cm diameter. $165
1960s pendant light fitting (lower shade)

1960s single shade pendant light fitting. Fitting and finial with natural, brushed aluminum finish. Upper shade in pale, soft pink with clear glass central section and pattern to margin, lower shade white with clear design. Professionally rewired. c.56 cm high, 42 cm diameter. $165
1960s stacking chairs by Namco (two available)

1960s stacking chairs by Namco, Australia. Metal frames with black enamelled finish, seat and back with textured vinyl skin and decorative buttoning to seat, maker’s sticker to rear of backrest, original plastic feet. 44 cm wide, 61 cm deep, 77 cm high. Two blue chairs available (remainder SOLD), $55 each (available from Supersonic Industries, also at Canberra Antiques Centre)
1950s children's stacking chairs by Sebel (ten available)

c.1950s steel childrens stacking chairs by Sebel, Bankstown, Sydney. Three colourways: dark blue, dark green and pale yellow. Replacement plastic feet, some wear to finish, especially to yellow chairs. 38 cm wide, 34 cm deep, 54 cm high. Ten available, $25 each (available from Supersonic Industries, also at Canberra Antiques Centre)
1970s school desk

1970s two person school desk, issued in 1970 to commemorate the 200th anniversary of Captain James Cook’s landfall in Australia. Top features detailed historical map of Australia and adjacent landmasses. A/f, minor loss to finish/corrosion on feet. 90 cm wide, 60 cm deep, 74 cm high. $195 (available from Supersonic Industries, also at Canberra Antiques Centre)
Late 1950s-mid 1960s pendant light fitting (upper shade)

Late 1950s-mid 1960s pendant light fitting. Pink glass patterned upper shade, white glass patterned lower shade, polished gallery and lower shade garnish, stem with decorative plastic detail, professionally rewired (a/f, minor loss to finish on gallery, discolouration to garnish). c.40 cm diameter, 50 cm high. $295
Late 1950s-mid 1960s pendant light fitting (lower shade)

Late 1950s-mid 1960s pendant light fitting. Pink glass patterned upper shade, white glass patterned lower shade, polished gallery and lower shade garnish, stem with decorative plastic detail, professionally rewired (a/f, minor loss to finish on gallery, discolouration to garnish). c.40 cm diameter, 50 cm high. $295
1950s pendant light fitting

1950s single shade pendant light fitting. White glass shade with textured blue decoration, polished chrome stem, gallery and detail. Professionally rewired. Shade 45 cm diameter, stem 50 cm long. $265
1960s medical heat lamp

1960s medical heat lamp, repurposed as a table lamp. Red spun lacquer finish, excellent original condition, one of the best I have ever seen. c.16 cm high, shade 21 cm long, base 12 cm diameter. $95 (available from Supersonic Industries, also at Canberra Antiques Centre)
c.1960s automotive advertising sign

c.1960s motor vehicle advertising sign. Pegboard (masonite) with hand-lettered legend advertising the British Motor Corporation’s Wolseley 6-99 (1959 – 1968) and 24/80 (1962 – 1965) ranges. Of unknown Australian origin. 81 cm long, 30.5 cm high. $115 (available from Supersonic Industries, also at Canberra Antiques Centre)
c.1960s automotive advertising sign

c.1960s motor vehicle advertising sign. Pegboard (masonite) with hand-lettered legend advertising commercial vehicles, probably part of the British Motor Corporation range. Of unknown Australian origin. 81 cm long, 30.5 cm high. $115 (available from Supersonic Industries, also at Canberra Antiques Centre)
1940s-1950s pendant light fittings by Moulded Products (Australasia) Pty Ltd (two available)

1940s-1950s twin shade pendant light fitting, part of the “Duperite” range by Moulded Products (Australasia) Pty Ltd. Contrasting ‘Walnut’ and ‘Ivory’ bakelite with polished chrome stem. A/f, minor crack to one shade on one fitting. Professionally rewired. c.51 cm wide, c.60 cm high. Two available, $325 each
1950s-1960s table lamp

1950s-1960s table lamp. Rod steel frame with two-tone raffia covering in dark brown and pale yellowish brown. A/f, minor loss to finish on legs, some loose raffia strands. 35 cm diameter, 30 cm high. $145 (price includes spare shade)
c.1960s table lamp

c.1960s timber table lamp. Probably coachwood, turned base with splayed, turned legs, period ribbon shade. Good original condition. 22 cm wide, shade 31 cm diamater, base and shade 39.5 cm high. $245
Late 1950s cabinet by G Plan

Late 1950s timber cabinet/writing desk in the "Tola and Black" range, introduced in 1958 by G Plan, High Wycombe, England. Tola (African mahogany) veneer with black lacquer finish to base, three drawers, drop-down door/writing slab, single adjustable shelf. Full professional restoration (a/f, brass cap missing from left rear leg). 96.5 cm wide, 46 cm deep, 103 cm high. $1445
Late 1950s cabinet by G Plan (open)

Late 1950s timber cabinet/writing desk in the "Tola and Black" range, introduced in 1958 by G Plan, High Wycombe, England. Tola (African mahogany) veneer with black lacquer finish to base, three drawers, drop-down door/writing slab, single adjustable shelf. Full professional restoration (a/f, brass cap missing from left rear leg). 96.5 cm wide, 46 cm deep, 103 cm high. $1445
Late 1950s cabinet by G Plan (detail)

Late 1950s timber cabinet/writing desk in the "Tola and Black" range, introduced in 1958 by G Plan, High Wycombe, England. Tola (African mahogany) veneer with black lacquer finish to base, three drawers, drop-down door/writing slab, single adjustable shelf. Full professional restoration (a/f, brass cap missing from left rear leg). 96.5 cm wide, 46 cm deep, 103 cm high. $1445
1950s pendant light fitting designed by Selwyn Coffey for Kempthorne Lighting (upper shade)

1950s “Arunya” pendant light fitting, designed by (James) Selwyn (Kempthorne) Coffey (1913–1994) for Kempthorne Lighting, Melbourne. Outer shade features stylised aboriginal designs. All metal components repolished, professionally rewired. +/- 70 cm high, 47 cm diameter. $575
1950s pendant light fitting designed by Selwyn Coffey for Kempthorne Lighting

1950s “Arunya” pendant light fitting, designed by (James) Selwyn (Kempthorne) Coffey (1913–1994) for Kempthorne Lighting, Melbourne. Outer shade features stylised aboriginal designs. All metal components repolished, professionally rewired. +/- 70 cm high, 47 cm diameter. $575
1950s pendant light fitting designed by Selwyn Coffey for Kempthorne Lighting (lower shade)

1950s “Arunya” pendant light fitting, designed by (James) Selwyn (Kempthorne) Coffey (1913–1994) for Kempthorne Lighting, Melbourne. Outer shade features stylised aboriginal designs. All metal components repolished, professionally rewired. +/- 70 cm high, 47 cm diameter. $575
1950s-1960s school desk

1950s-1960s tubular steel framed twin student desk. Solid Tasmanian oak construction with particleboard base to desk section. Great patina, new rubber feet (a/f, inkwell inserts missing). 91 cm wide, 70 cm deep, 65 cm high. $275 (available from Supersonic Industries, also at Canberra Antiques Centre)
1950s-1960s school desk (rear)

1950s-1960s tubular steel framed twin student desk. Solid Tasmanian oak construction with particleboard base to desk section. Great patina, new rubber feet (a/f, inkwell inserts missing). 91 cm wide, 70 cm deep, 65 cm high. $275 (available from Supersonic Industries, also at Canberra Antiques Centre)
1950s-1960s alloy letters (16 available)

1950s-1960s cast alloy capital letters, by Lanray Castings Ltd, Australia, possibly of railway origin. Lots of consonants, no vowels. Nineteen available: B, C, D, D, H, J, J, J, J, J, K, K, K, T, Z. 21.5 cm high. $18 each (available from Supersonic Industries, also at Canberra Antiques Centre; timber crate in image not for sale)
1960s-1970s side tables by Noblett Furniture (two available)

1960s-1970s timber side tables by Noblett Furniture, Adelaide. Teak and teak veneer, stylish ‘pagoda’ tops with strong grain and distinctive Noblett-style leg assembly. Tops professionally repolished. 69 cm wide, 69 cm deep, 41 cm high. Two available, $745 each
c.1960s side table by CC Møbler/Jørgensen & Sønner

c.1960s draw-leaf extension timber side table by CC Møbler/Jørgensen & Sønner, Denmark. Dark stained beech and walnut veneer construction, maker’s paper label to underside, fully restored. 100 cm long, 50 cm deep, 56 cm high (collapsed), 173 cm long (extended). NOTE: please see dimensions. This is a coffee/side table, NOT a dining table. $595
c.1960s side table by CC Møbler/Jørgensen & Sønner

c.1960s draw-leaf extension timber side table by CC Møbler/Jørgensen & Sønner, Denmark. Dark stained beech and walnut veneer construction, maker’s paper label to underside, fully restored. 100 cm long, 50 cm deep, 56 cm high (collapsed), 173 cm long (extended). NOTE: please see dimensions. This is a coffee/side table, NOT a dining table. $595
1970s pendant light fitting

1970s pendant light fitting. Plastic shade in white colourway, metal detail with polished chrome finish (a/f, minor marks to chrome). Shade 39 cm diameter, entire unit (shade and cable drop) 76 cm high. $125
1960s wall sconce by Philips (three available)

1960s wall sconces by Philips, Australia. ‘Gold’ finish bracket with asymmetric textured glass shade (bracket not visible when viewed from front; see adjacent image). Professionally rewired. Shade 30 cm high, 10 cm diameter at widest point, 13 cm deep. Three available, $165 each.
1960s wall sconce by Philips (side view) (three available)

1960s wall sconces by Philips, Australia. ‘Gold’ finish bracket with asymmetric textured glass shade (bracket not visible when viewed from front; see adjacent image). Professionally rewired. Shade 30 cm high, 10 cm diameter at widest point, 13 cm deep. Three available, $165 each.
1960s obscure-glass panel

1960s obscure-glass panel (originally a shower screen), with etched yacht and seagull design, professionally framed in new brushed aluminium frame with cerulean mat. 141 cm high, 78 cm wide. $295
c.mid 1960s glass panel (two unframed panels available)

c.mid 1960s glass panel with etched ‘undersea’ design, professionally framed in new brushed aluminium frame with dark blue mat. Originally a kitchen cabinet door from a house on Macarthur Ave, O’Connor, Canberra. This panel is for DISPLAY ONLY; additional unframed panels are available. 64 cm high, 78 cm wide (unframed). Unframed panels $125 each
1960s bedspreads by Hollywood Textiles (two available)

1960s chenille bedspreads with fringe, pale pink colourway with pale pink and black design, by Hollywood Textiles, Australia. A/f, some minor fading and marks. c.186 cm wide, c.282 cm long. Two available, $125 each
1950s floor lamp

1950s floor lamp. Base in ‘walnut’ bakelite with decorative patterning and polished chrome detail, base of stem in segmented ‘ivory marble’ bakelite with decorative polished chrome ring detail. A/f, corrosion to chrome on base, base ring with some minor dents. Professionally rewired, new shade. Base 27 cm diameter, shade 45 cm diameter, 159 cm high (with shade). Complete unit $395, base only (no shade) $375
1960s floor lamp

1960s floor lamp. Base with spun lacquer finish, brass stem with turned timber detail and black enamelled finish. Professionally rewired, period shade. A/f, base with minor marks, some wear to stem. Base 30 cm diameter, shade 35 cm diameter, 142 cm high including shade. $445
1970s floor lamp by Staff

1970s metal floor lamp by Staff, (West) Germany. Polished chrome finish to base and stem, original fabric covered shade, foot-operated switch to cable. Shade is height-adjustable on stem. Private import to Australia in the 1970s. Base 26 diameter, shade 50 cm diameter, c.160 cm high. $575
1960s saucer chair

1960s plastic weave saucer chair, red, white and blue colourway, on rod steel base. Made in Hong Kong. Excellent original condition (increasingly hard to find in this condition), repainted base with replacement rubber feet. Note: this item is for indoor use ONLY. Plastic weave will deteriorate if exposed to the elements. 68 cm wide, 60 cm deep, 76 cm high. $195
1960s occasional chairs (black and white chair SOLD)

1960s occasional chairs, cane and plastic-coated cane weave. A/f, minor fading to cane arms, minor loss to lip of seat on black and white example, replacement rubber feet. Note: these items are for indoor use ONLY. Cane and plastic weave will deteriorate if exposed to the elements. 67 cm wide, 66 cm deep, 80 cm high. $195 each (black and white chair SOLD)
1960s saucer chair

1960s plastic coated cane weave saucer chair, grey and white colourway. Excellent original condition. Note: this item is for indoor use ONLY. Cane weave will deteriorate if exposed to the elements. 76 cm wide, 69 cm deep, 78 cm high. $195
1950s-1970s wound replicas by Brownings Ltd

c.1950s-1970s “Plastifol” wound replica set No. 4 by Brownings Ltd, Hull, England. Contents include a 1967 catalogue, along with several lacerations (some with exposed bone), loose teeth, frostbitten toes, bruises, boils, severed digits and a cranial injury. Box 34 cm wide, 26 cm deep, 8 cm high. $125 (available from Supersonic Industries, also at Canberra Antiques Centre)
1950s-1970s wound replicas by Brownings Ltd (contents)

c.1950s-1970s “Plastifol” wound replica set No. 4 by Brownings Ltd, Hull, England. Contents include a 1967 catalogue, along with several lacerations (some with exposed bone), loose teeth, frostbitten toes, bruises, boils, severed digits and a cranial injury. Box 34 cm wide, 26 cm deep, 8 cm high. $125 (available from Supersonic Industries, also at Canberra Antiques Centre)
1950s-1970s wound replicas by Brownings Ltd (contents)

c.1950s-1970s “Plastifol” wound replica set No. 4 by Brownings Ltd, Hull, England. Contents include a 1967 catalogue, along with several lacerations (some with exposed bone), loose teeth, frostbitten toes, bruises, boils, severed digits and a cranial injury. Box 34 cm wide, 26 cm deep, 8 cm high. $125 (available from Supersonic Industries, also at Canberra Antiques Centre)
1970s icebucket designed by Paolo Tilche for Guzzini

1970s “Pagoda” plastic icebucket with polished chrome handle, designed c.1970s by Paolo Tilche (1925 – 2003) for Guzzini, Italy, vibrant vermillion colourway. 20.5 cm diameter, $95
1970s icebucket designed by Paolo Tilche for Guzzini (detail)

1970s “Pagoda” plastic icebucket with polished chrome handle, designed c.1970s by Paolo Tilche (1925 – 2003) for Guzzini, Italy, vibrant vermillion colourway. 20.5 cm diameter, $95
c.1970s-1980s artwork by Berczi Copper Company Pty Ltd

c.1970s-1980s beaten copper artwork by Berczi Copper Company Pty Ltd, Botany, Sydney. Maker’s name impressed to upper edge. 35.5 cm wide, 51 cm high. $125
1950s task lamp

1950s metal task lamp. May be mounted on a vertical or (as in this example) horizontal surface. Shade with brown ‘wrinkle’ finish, professionally rewired with period-correct fabric covered cable. c. 40 cm high, shade 14 cm long. $165 (price includes mounting block if desired; available from Supersonic Industries, also at Canberra Antiques Centre)
1950s lamp by Stanford

1950s metal heat lamp by Stanford, Australia, converted for use as a desk or table lamp. Fawn ‘wrinkle’ enamel finish to base and shade (with previous owner’s address painted on rear of base!), adjustable neck with enamelled timber handle, original plastic knobs to stem and shade. New cable, cord-line switch and plug, professionally rewired. Base 24 cm long, shade 24 cm diameter, lamp +/- 50 cm high. $245
c.1960s vacuum pump

c.1960s hand-cranked vacuum pump. Steel construction with grey hammertone enamelled finish, polished timber base. Very good original condition, wheel turns freely. 37.5 cm wide, 24 cm deep, 37.5 cm high. $125 (available from Supersonic Industries, also at Canberra Antiques Centre)
1970s-1980s desk

1970s-1980s timber desk. Highly figured rosewood veneer over blockboard (heavy!), fully finished at rear with modesty panel, six drawers with original inserts and two writing slabs with original glass inserts. Polished chrome legs, excellent original condition with repolished top. 180 cm wide, 90 cm deep, 64 cm high. $3295
1970s-1980s desk (slab detail)

1970s-1980s timber desk. Highly figured rosewood veneer over blockboard (heavy!), fully finished at rear with modesty panel, six drawers with original inserts and two writing slabs with original glass inserts. Polished chrome legs, excellent original condition with repolished top. 180 cm wide, 90 cm deep, 64 cm high. $3295
1970s-1980s desk (drawer detail)

1970s-1980s timber desk. Highly figured rosewood veneer over blockboard (heavy!), fully finished at rear with modesty panel, six drawers with original inserts and two writing slabs with original glass inserts. Polished chrome legs, excellent original condition with repolished top. 180 cm wide, 90 cm deep, 64 cm high. $3295
c.1960s pendant light fitting by Kempthorne Lighting (upper shade)

c.1960s single shade pendant light fitting, “Snowflake” by Kempthorne Lighting, Melbourne. Upper shade in bright yellow with clear glass central section and margin, lower shade white with green snowflake design. Professionally rewired (a/f, upper shade with fleabite at margin, minor marks to gallery). 47 cm wide, c.62 cm high. $245
c.1960s pendant light fitting by Kempthorne Lighting

c.1960s single shade pendant light fitting, “Snowflake” by Kempthorne Lighting, Melbourne. Upper shade in bright yellow with clear glass central section and margin, lower shade white with green snowflake design. Professionally rewired (a/f, upper shade with fleabite at margin, minor marks to gallery). 47 cm wide, c.62 cm high. $245
c.1960s pendant light fitting by Kempthorne Lighting (lower shade)

c.1960s single shade pendant light fitting, “Snowflake” by Kempthorne Lighting, Melbourne. Upper shade in bright yellow with clear glass central section and margin, lower shade white with green snowflake design. Professionally rewired (a/f, upper shade with fleabite at margin, minor marks to gallery). 47 cm wide, c.62 cm high. $245
Mid 1970s serving trolley

Mid 1970s steel and glass serving trolley. Polished chrome finish to frame and castors, clear float glass tops, of (West) German origin, private import into Australia in the 1970s. Excellent original condition. 80 cm long, 45 cm wide, 59 cm high. $345
1970s record tidies designed by Frank Guille and Frank Height for Artifact Designs

Pair plastic ‘Encore’ LP tidies designed by Frank Guille (1927-2018) and Frank Height (1921-2013) for Artifact Designs, England, released in 1973. Hard to find in useable/undamaged condition. A/f, one tidy with cracks/loss to castor sleeves. 40 cm wide, 33 cm deep, 40 cm high. $175 (a/f example) and $225
1970s desk/table lamp by Oslo Lighting

1970s table or desk lamp by Oslo Lighting, Australia, unusual ‘gold’ colourway. Excellent original condition. Base 17 cm diameter, +/- 60 cm high. $245
1950s-1960s TV/table lamp by Raeon

1950s-1960s ceramic TV or table lamp by Raeon. Reminiscent of the designs produced by Barsony Ceramics in the same period, but less finely finished and with a distinctive dark bluish tint to the glaze. Period ribbon shade. 45 cm high, shade 20 cm diameter. $445
1960s design masterwork

Home made table lamp, adapted from a ceramic electric jug by some genius in the 1960s, with original ribbon shade (a/f, torn internally). I bought this lamp some 20 years ago and I still can’t decide if it’s an inspired piece of vernacular (folk) art, or a piece of crap. Shade 24 cm diameter, lamp and shade 44 cm high. $85
1960s table lamp

1960s timber table lamp, solid coachwood with strong grain pattern. Timber repolished, contemporary shade. 48 cm high (including shade), shade 25 cm diameter. $225
1960s armchair by Decro Pty Ltd

1960s timber armchair by Decro Pty Ltd, North Coburg, Melbourne. Blackwood frame in original, unrestored condition with new webbing, foam and fabric upholstery. 67 cm wide, 72 cm deep, 75 cm high. $1645
1960s armchair by Decro Pty Ltd (rear)

1960s timber armchair by Decro Pty Ltd, North Coburg, Melbourne. Blackwood frame in original, unrestored condition with new webbing, foam and fabric upholstery. 67 cm wide, 72 cm deep, 75 cm high. $1645
c.1970s side table

c.1970s timber side table. Teak and teak veneer, very good original condition. 58.5 cm long, 45 cm wide, 42 cm high. $145
1950s-1960s pendant light fitting by Kempthorne Lighting (two shade version; upper shade)

1950s-1960s pendant light fitting, "Diamond" model by Kempthorne Lighting, Melbourne, version with upper shade and mesh diffuser. Fitting and finial with brushed aluminum finish. Upper shade pink and clear, lower shade in pink and white. Professionally rewired. 63 cm high, 49 cm diameter. $245
1950s-1960s pendant light fitting by Kempthorne Lighting (two shade version)

1950s-1960s pendant light fitting, "Diamond" model by Kempthorne Lighting, Melbourne, version with upper shade and mesh diffuser. Fitting and finial with brushed aluminum finish. Upper shade pink and clear, lower shade in pink and white. Professionally rewired. 63 cm high, 49 cm diameter. $245
1950s-1960s pendant light fitting by Kempthorne Lighting (two shade version; lower shade)

1950s-1960s pendant light fitting, "Diamond" model by Kempthorne Lighting, Melbourne, version with upper shade. Fitting and finial with brushed aluminum finish. Upper shade pink and clear, lower shade pink and white. Professionally rewired. 63 cm high, 49 cm diameter. $245
c.1960s floor lamp by Franklite

c.1960s metal floor lamp by Franklite, Melbourne. Adjustable neck, foot-operated switch to base, replacement shade. Restored, shade repolished to a brushed satin finish, repainted internally, professionally rewired. Base 28 cm diameter, c. 135 cm high. $495
1960s floor lamp by Arrow Metal Products

1960s twin shade metal floor lamp with acrylic plastic shades by Arrow Metal Products, Australia. New powdercoating to stem, professionally rewired with replacement shades to original specifications. Base 26 cm wide, 153 cm high. $475
1980s table lamp (two available)

1980s acrylic table lamps. Conical white bases with decorative sections at apex in black with three clear discs. New shades, professionally rewired. 68 cm high (including shades), shade 35 cm diameter. Two available, $345 each
1950s kitchen table

1950s kitchen table of petite proportions. Polished chrome legs, brushed, fluted aluminium edge, Green Marble Laminex top. One owner! Excellent original condition. 121.5 cm long, 61 cm deep, 76 cm high. $295
1950s lounge

1950s fully upholstered lounge of Australian origin, unknown designer and maker. Turned coachwood legs, professionally repolished, new fabric upholstery by a previous owner. HEAVY and well constructed – built to withstand a nuclear blast! 220 cm long, 820 cm deep, 78 cm high. $3295
1950s lounge (rear)

1950s fully upholstered lounge of Australian origin, unknown designer and maker. Turned coachwood legs, professionally repolished, new fabric upholstery by a previous owner. HEAVY and well constructed – built to withstand a nuclear blast! 220 cm long, 820 cm deep, 78 cm high. $3295