Find us at the Verdellino Mercatino (Verdellino Market)

Recently we began setting up shop at this wonderful little market in Verdellino Bergamo where a wide range of vintage and antiques are traded for rather good prices too!
It is held on the last Sunday of every month, except December 2011 when it will be on the 18th Dec due to xmas.

So, why not come along and keep an  eye out for us, if you mention you follow this blog or our Etsy shop you can receive a special 10% discount on any purchase!

Verdellino Antiques (+ Vintage) market, Bergamo

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Sophisticated Suede Leather

An elegant suede leather barber pack or set. Very soft to the touch. Made in Italy, probably 1970s and hardly been used! contains: Razor, Toothbrush, brush, comb, soap holder. In excellent condition. Made in Italy by Arena which was a a famous Italian brand for men (see photo of the label)
Would go perfectly for any collectors of men's razors or leather collectors.

Italian made by Arfa

 

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1950s Leather Charm

Well about time I made a little update of some new finds which are all for sale in our Etsy Shop (click the tab called "Shop" to visit it)

The first is a little1950s charmer! A red leather clad men's cologne bottle in perfect condition! The red leather caught my eye whilst wandering around a flea market and at first I thought it was an over sized whiskey or liquor bottle, but once I opened it the aroma of expensive men's cologne rose up to meet my senses. Now I don't know about you, but this little treasure just oozes 1950s charm like a James Dean film... imagine black mustang with red bucket seats tearing through the Arizona desert whilst the late Mr Dean lavishly splashes cologne over his face... ahhhh... those were the times! now the pics...

Found in Italy although probably French made

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Old Italian Religious Motif on antique Wood

A small 3 fold wooden religious (catholic) item with a beautiful Italian motif showing the mother Mary with baby Jesus. The wood has been beautifully carved with a wonderful crucifix. This item belonged to my wife's family (Italian). Dates from pre 1940s, although we believe that at some stage someone has replaced the hinges. It is in wonderful condition considering it's age with only some minor wear on the motif. A fantastic Christmas decoration or even gift.

handmade in Italy

Antique Catholic motif

Beautiful wood carving

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Italian Design decorative plates

Maker Unknown at this time (can you help?)

Found at a local flea market but little is known about their origins so we would appreciate any help! I personally think that they may be from Venice or Genova and date between 1860 - 1920.
In saying that, a friend of mine pointed out the resemblance of the mark to the Vatican City or papal state... interesting no?

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1900 travel trunk

Leather clad travel trunk. probably early 20th century maybe late 19th (1880 - 1910)
Trunk stands up to reveal a dresser style inner. Stickers show travel to Argentina which is probably in line with the date estimate as many Italians emigrated to Argentina during that period.
These style of trunks were popular for long distance travel, usually it was a mid to high level of passage for the quality of this trunk.
Make an offer! bids over €400