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- Games From My Childhood Print by Ministry of Words
- eBay watch: 1970s Guzzini-style table lamp
- Interiors '70: The Photography of Carla De Benedetti by Giovanni Odoni
- Doctor Who Tardis lunch box
- London Station Wall Clock
- I'm Late I'm Late Broach
- Seletti Stack Locker
- Brighton Rock Print by With Relish
| Games From My Childhood Print by Ministry of Words Posted: 17 Nov 2011 12:28 PM PST I think the image and the title pretty much sums this up, but if you want more, read on about the Games From My Childhood Print by Ministry of Words. Over the artist: 'This print and in particular the choice of fonts were inspired by the childhood games I enjoyed playing with in the 70's. Just looking at the names now conjures up so many happy memories. I hope they do for you too.'So that's the imagery taken care of. As for the print, that's been hand screenprinted in London onto 200gsm Fedrigoni Sirio recycled paper in a limited edition of 50l sized to fit into a standard 'off the shelf' frame. £37.70 is the price. Find out more at the Culture Label website |
| eBay watch: 1970s Guzzini-style table lamp Posted: 17 Nov 2011 05:06 AM PST Keeping that 1970s / space age theme going, this 1970s Guzzini-style table lamp is good value if you are after the look. For good reason too, as this certainly wasn't a Guzzini original. It was actually made by BHS back in the day. Yes, even back then, the high street copied the designers for more affordable ranges.But let's focus on the positives. This has the look of the era with that chrome-plated steel stem and base, plus an acrylic shade in a bold shade of yellow. It stands at 55cm tall and takes a normal bayonet bulb, with condition described as 'pretty much immaculate'. £4.99 is the current price. Find out more at the eBay website |
| Interiors '70: The Photography of Carla De Benedetti by Giovanni Odoni Posted: 17 Nov 2011 04:53 AM PST This is a 'coming soon' I'm afraid, but fans of space age design will certainly want to check out Interiors '70: The Photography of Carla De Benedetti by Giovanni Odoni, which is republished in December by Verba Volant. This is the 1960s and 1970s, seen through interior design magazines of the time. Specifically, images taken by Carla De Benedetti between 1965 and 1975. From that, you can assume we're talking design excess and space age marvels, with designers such as Franco Albini, Gae Aulenti, Cini Boeri, Joe Colombo, Italo Lupi, Carla Venosta, and Nanda Vigo particularly prominent amongst its pages.All the photos are lifestyle shots, so think your current favourite interiors magazines transported back 40 years (and to Italy), with selling a lifestyle just as important as the designs on show. In addition, there's an introduction by veteran design journalist Giovanni Odoni that sheds light on this important phase of Carla De Benedetti's career and on this 'undervalued period' (their words) in the history of interior design. |
| Posted: 17 Nov 2011 04:33 AM PST If the Tardis wardrobe was a bit pricey for you, this Doctor Who Tardis lunch box is much more affordable. Obviously, it's portable too, as this version of the Doctor's time-travelling machine is design to transport your lunch, not transport you through space and time. Will it fit more inside that the outside suggests? You'll have to buy one to find out.Want this mini version of the classic police box? You'll need to find £11.99 to get one. Find out more at the Forbidden Planet website |
| Posted: 17 Nov 2011 04:25 AM PST Bring a little bit of retro London into your living room with this London Station Wall Clock. If you're a fan of London and looking for a new wall clock this is ideal. Even if you don't meet either of these requirements this antique-looking Kensington Station clock is an exact copy of the version from 1879 and will look good on any spare wall space. It's a traditional-looking copy and will make a nice retro addition to your home. This costs £79.95 (plus delivery) from Not On The High Street. |
| Posted: 17 Nov 2011 04:25 AM PST Get people talking with this I'm Late I'm Late Broach. It's the idea item for fans of Alice and Wonderland and is a quirky and creative vintage broach to wear.The beautiful antique gold rabbit is set onto a kiltpin with an enameled metal pocket watch charm dangling below. It's the idea decoration for your jacket, handbag or really anywhere you feel like it and a good gift for a friend who has everything. Just remember to buy yourself one at the same time. Also it's only £8.50 from This Charming Girl. |
| Posted: 17 Nov 2011 04:24 AM PST
It is made from steel and measures H 50cm high by 40cm wide and 40cm deep, making it the ideal size to use as an alternative to a bedside cabinet. As the name suggests, multiple lockers can be stacked together to give you even more storage. The locker is available in a choice of turquoise or pink. It costs £250 from Scarlet and Jones. |
| Brighton Rock Print by With Relish Posted: 17 Nov 2011 04:24 AM PST
The design consists of a two-colour silk screen print of circles based on the centre of traditional sticks of rock (which play their part in the classic novel). These have then been laid over a background of pages from old editions of the novel. The print measures 594 x 420mm. It costs £45 from Unlimited Editions. |
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