Modern
Explore our selection of Modern antiques.
Dealing mostly in items from the 20th Century, the Modern era is currently popular in the world of antiques. We take care to choose modern antiques for our showroom that are of real quality, and have an intriguing story to tell. If you’re looking to refresh your home with modern antique decor, get in touch to book a visit to our reclamation yard in Herefordshire. Or, you can purchase a piece online below.
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Reclaimed Copper Cascading Water Fountain
Stock No.27502£1,975.00 Add to basketA very elegant and nicely patinated copper garden water fountain. Dating to circa 1980, this simple and stylish garden feature would be equally suited to a traditional or contemporary garden. Its flowing design showcases a mid-century modern style, while keeping stature and practicality. It is not hard to imagine the beauty and tranquility this item -
Two Decorative Bookmatched Marble Wall Decor Plaques
Stock No.35253£3,975.00 Add to basketA striking large scale pair of bookmatched breccia marble wall decor panels. These natural cuts of marble are detailed with unique veins and markings throughout that make for spectacular pieces of abstract wall art. Though there is no subject, each marble plaque draws the eye, creating a visual illusion. What do you see? We are -
Mounted Polished Orthoceras Fossil Panel
Stock No.35103£1,575.00 Add to basketA natural prehistoric polished Orthoceras fossil panel mounted on a bespoke steel stand. Characterised by its long, straight conical shaped shell, the 370-million-year-old Orthoceras was an ancient cephalopod (mollusk) and ancestor to the modern-day squid! This large fossil panel displays an ancient Orthoceras, fossilised over millions of years, with a polished face and naturally carved -
Paul Day (b. 1967) Portrait Plaster Bust of Male
Stock No.35102£2,675.00 Add to basketPaul Day (b. 1967) portrait plaster bust of a male. This renowned artist is one of the leading sculptors in Britain today. His series of human heads are recognised by the reflections carved into the sunglasses of his subjects and made from bronze, but this bust is something different. Its eyes are on full display -
Pair of Decorative Bookmatched Marble Wall Decor Plaques
Stock No.35254£3,675.00 Add to basketA striking large scale pair of bookmatched breccia marble wall decor panels. These natural cuts of marble are detailed with unique veins and markings throughout that make for spectacular pieces of abstract wall art. Though there is no subject, each marble plaque draws the eye, creating a visual illusion. What do you see? We are -
Jim Mathieson (b. 1931) Lifesize Bronze Figure of Phaethon
Stock No.35143£14,975.00 Add to basketAn expressive 20th century life-size bronze figure of Phaethon by sculptor Jim Mathieson. Signed by the artist and marked ‘3/12’ as a small limited edition piece. J. Mathieson (1931-2003) Though born in 1931, it wasn’t until his mid-thirties that James W. Mathieson began his artistic career. Born in Calcutta, India, he moved to Scotland with -
‘The Gossips’ Set of 3 Life-size Figurative Statues
Stock No.35106£8,795.00 Add to basketIntroducing ‘The Gossips’; a set of 3 life-size figurative statues by dating from the 20th century by an unknown artist. The set depicts a trio of highly stylised, abstract female forms stood as if casually chatting. One stands with arms crossed while another raises the back of her hand to her face as if whispering. -
Large Carved Stone Clam Shell Sculpture
Stock No.33314£3,275.00 Add to basketThis large 20th century stone clam shell sculpture is a simply spectacular object. Circa 1920, it is by the Dudley artist, John Vernon, and was possibly a commissioned piece for a city park. It depicts the distinct form of an ocean clam shell, possibly a gapers clam indicated by its wide proportions and curved horizontal -
Pair of Lifesize Italian Black & White Great Dane Dog Statues
Stock No.35089£8,775.00 Add to basketA playful pair of reclaimed mid 20th century life-size Great Dane statues made in terracotta and glazed in white with black spots. Handsomely made, these dogs are superbly designed in realistic detail with dynamic profiles, pointed ears and lively faces! Each large terracotta dog sits in a similar seated position with heads turned at opposite -
Large Polished Labradorite Freeform
Stock No.33272£6,975.00 Add to basketA spectacular naturally formed large polished labradorite freeform sourced from Madagascar. Characterised by its iridescent colours, principally blue, this huge high grade labradorite mineral is a stunning specimen, the lustrous colours fluctuating as it is observed from different angles. It is freestanding, making a striking sculptural piece for an interior, with a polished face to -
Huge Carved Stone Trilobite Sculpture
Stock No.33262£4,675.00 Add to basketThis huge 20th century stone trilobite sculpture is a simply spectacular object. Circa 1920, it is by the Dudley artist, John Vernon, and was possibly a commissioned piece for a city park. It depicts the distinct form of a prehistoric trilobite, its scalloped form deeply carved into grey blue sandstone. Thanks to its weight, scale -
Patrick Reyntiens (B.1925) Contemporary Stained Glass Window
Stock No.33244£1,275.00 Add to basketA contemporary stained glass window from the studio of Patrick Reyntiens (1925-2021). Attributed to the artist, this stained glass panel depicts a vibrant design detailed with circles in red and blue between colourful vertical panels to either side. It is one of various stained glass panels we are selling from the studio of the artist. -
Bolection Style Marble Effect Fireplace
Stock No.33242£2,275.00 Add to basketA smart bolection style fireplace with an expertly painted marble effect finish. The simplicity and angular lines of this faux marble bolection fireplace make a timeless feature of homes of varying age and style. Use in a contemporary setting to instil a look of luxury, or in a period townhouse for an understated look. Additional -
Large Polished Labradorite Freeform
Stock No.33210£6,975.00 Add to basketA spectacular large polished labradorite freeform sourced from Madagascar, naturally formed over thousands of years. Characterised by its iridescent colours, principally blue, this huge high grade labradorite mineral is a stunning specimen, the lustrous colours fluctuating as it is observed from different angles. It is freestanding, making a striking sculptural piece for an interior, with -
Large Sculptural Blue Sodalite Specimen
Stock No.33208£3,275.00 Add to basketA large sculptural blue sodalite granite specimen with a polished face and a roughly shaped ‘live’ edge. At 56cm in height, this rare, large sized mineral is spectacular in scale, becoming a focal point of a sideboard or collectors cabinet. The face is polished, bringing out the beauty of its rich blue colour with an -
Large Prehistoric Cladocyclus Gardineri Fossil Fish Specimen
Stock No.33192£5,975.00 Add to basketThis rare fossil specimen of a large prehistoric tarpon-like cladocyclus gardineri fish is an impressive find, spanning more than 1.1m! Believed to be from Brazil, this prehistoric fossil fish specimen is over 110 million years old. It has preserved exceptionally with details of its scales, fins and head still recognisable through fossilisation over millions of -
Large Polished Labradorite Freeform
Stock No.33170£6,975.00 Add to basketA spectacular large polished labradorite freeform sourced from Madagascar, naturally formed over thousands of years. Characterised by its iridescent colours, principally blue, this huge high grade labradorite is a stunning natural mineral specimen, the lustrous colours fluctuating as it is observed from different angles. It is freestanding, making a striking sculptural piece for an interior, -
Patrick Reyntiens (B.1925) Figurative Stained Glass Window
Stock No.33096£4,275.00 Add to basketA figurative stained glass window from the studio of Patrick Reyntiens (1925-2021). Attributed to the artist, this stained glass panel depicts an abstract design with hand painted details around what appears to be a central figure. It is one of various stained glass panels we are selling from the studio of the artist. Patrick Reyntiens -
A Collection of Large Specimen Clam Shells
Stock No.31756£2,675.00 Add to basketA spectacular collection of five large specimen clam shells mounted on bespoke steel stands. These have long been sought after for their decorative value, making beautiful ornamental pieces in interiors modern and traditional. Formed by nature and each detailed with unique markings, each of these five clam shells vary in size and shape. They can -
Patrick Reyntiens (B.1925) Multicoloured Stained Glass Window
Stock No.33066£3,795.00 Add to basketA multicoloured stained glass window from the studio of Patrick Reyntiens (1925-2021). Attributed to the artist, this large stained glass panel depicts a vibrant, abstract style design. It is one of various stained glass panels we are selling from the studio of the artist. Patrick Reyntiens Stained Glass Born in 1925, Patrick Reyntiens was one -
Patrick Reyntiens (B.1925) Modern Stained Glass Panel
Stock No.33022£1,795.00 Add to basketA small modern stained glass panel from the studio of Patrick Reyntiens (1925-2021). Attributed to the artist, this stained glass window depicts a figurative design with abstract hand painted details and vibrant colours. It is one of various stained glass panels we are selling from the studio of the artist. Patrick Reyntiens Stained Glass Born