Customers and dealers can now buy online from the Gloucester Antiques Centre and purchases will be shipped to customers directly.

The launch is a significant step forward for the company, the dealers and the customers.

The ability to transact online is something now taken for granted in many areas of business. The new website brings the Gloucester Antiques Centre bang up to date and enables customers from all over the UK and worldwide to purchase directly.

The detailed photographs and descriptions of antiques on the website deliver an experience, which is similar to shopping at the centre in person.

The quality of stock available on the website is assured by their clear dateline policy.

Since Gloucester Antiques Centre’s change of ownership in 2006, they have invested heavily in modernising the way they operate in order to improve the service and value delivered to customers and dealers.

In July 2009 the Antiques Centre moved from its previous building, which was in a very poor state of repair, to a beautiful refurbished warehouse in Gloucester Quays.

The new website is the next important step towards providing the service every customer and dealer now expects.

Fresh stock at the centre is uploaded onto the website daily and the range of items currently on show on-line provides a real taste of what is available at the Antique Centre itself.

Visit the Gloucester Antiques Centre website to view the exciting collections.

After a year of careful consumption and toned-down luxury in 2009, Christopher Guy predicts a more confident year in 2010.

Sophisticated style is emerging, taking inspiration from everything from Alice in Wonderland to candy colours and Middle Eastern influences; this is evident in the trend for a touch of the fantastical, pastel shades, sumptuous fabrics and the intricate detailing we’re seeing.

Through the Looking Glass
With the launch of Tim Burton’s recreation of the film‘Alice in Wonderland’ in March 2010, furniture design is playing with oversized and whimsical creations.

This is reflected in bright colours, chairs that envelop us and that are big enough to seat two, along with large dramatic mirrors.

The ordinary is cast-out as we enter the surreal and break away from reality, with unconventional shapes and oversized proportions, something which Christopher Guy is renowned for.

Featured here is the Christopher Guy ‘Love Seat’ priced from £5,304.00 inc VAT, also available in a wide selection of fabrics, colours and finishes. Measures: W184 x D107 x H192 cm.

Arabian Nights
After the Maharaja trend in 2009, the strong geometric patterns of Arabian architecture and design are coming through with the rich culture of the Middle-East influencing design.

Thoroughbred Stud
Studs have transcended from the fashion catwalk onto the interiors platform. Metallic stud detailing combined with tweed and taupe fabrics celebrates a throwback to British-style.
The studded upholstered furniture adds a luxe element seen in
particular on inviting armchairs and also elegant dining chairs.

Purple
Purple, in all spectrums including violet, indigo, iris, lavender and plum
continues to be on-trend in 2010.

The darker regal hues deliver a real wow-factor adding colour and warmth whilst the paler shades such as lavender are softer and more feminine; both palettes create a unique eye-catching style.

Christopher Guy’s multitude of original designs are all hand-carved and available in a wide selection of hand finishes, with a myriad of upholstery fabric and colour choices.

All of the fabulous designs can be viewed on their extensive interactive website.

the-saleroom.com, the UK’s leading live online bidding site, recorded a 120 per cent year-on-year increase in bidder numbers in 2009, revealing growing buyer confidence in purchasing art and antiques online.

In a year when recession and credit issues dominated the headlines, the-saleroom.com bucked the trend with revenues generated by the site increasing by 55 per cent year-on-year.

With a growing International presence, the-saleroom.com appears to have a winning formula.

The value of lots sold on the site has also grown by 87 per cent with the highest price paid online for a single lot sold being £88,000 for a collection of war medals.

49 per cent more sales were connected up to ATG Media’s live bidding platform in 2009 and the percentage of lots sold over the Internet increased from 9 to 15 per cent.

the-saleroom.com has succeeded in building a world-class live antiques bidding platform and has attracted auctioneers all over the world, with sales in China, New York, Rome and Paris coming online through the platform in the last 12 months.

Anne Somers, Chief Executive of ATG Media, commented: “the-saleroom.com opens up the world of Antiques to a much larger population and is a fast, simple, reliable way of purchasing something timeless and valuable.”

Launched in 2006 by ATG the-saleroom.com, is an online service, where bidders can view hundreds of catalogues and participate in live auctions using live audio and video links.

The website provides a complete range of online services for buyers and sellers of art and antiques at auction, including a leading UK facility for live online bidding.

The site publishes a wide range of catalogues for upcoming sales, giving full details of the sale contents and highlighting star lots in each catalogue.

Visit www.the-saleroom.com to browse and bid.

New elegantly designed gemstone mirrors and picture frames have been launched by KIRI London, providing the perfect Christmas gift for the discerning consumer.

The beautiful Indian Rosewood frames, available in two sizes, feature an extensive range of dazzling gemstones including: Tiger’s Eye, Carnelian, Aquamarine, Garnet, Moonstone and more.

This variety of gemstone colours allows a match for a range of interiors.

KIRI’s range of  picture frames and mirrors, feature exquisite gemstones, meticulously handset by talented artisans, in expertly carved frames of Indian Rosewood.

The beautifully designed packaging makes a perfect gift or storage box.

Featured here is:

• MOONSTONE (Birthstone June) - An elegant blend of palest silver, peach and pearly white moonstone, which has been treasured since Roman times, who believed it to be formed from moonlight.

• A type of feldspar, found mainly in Srilanka it has a classic, timeless appeal; thought to balance Yin and Yang energies, soothing stress and emotional discomfort.

• Eastern cultures have prized moonstone as a powerful healing gem for centuries. Your purchase comes complete with a Gemstone Card containing this information, in a beautiful presentation gift box.

All frames are available in both large -19cm x 24cm (£65) and small - 13cm x 13cm (£30) sizes.

The Garnet and Amethyst mirrors and picture frames make the perfect gift for those born in January and February, Garnet is January’s birthstone and Amethyst is February’s.

KIRI London is a new fair trade company that manufactures design led, unique luxury items in fair trade conditions, using, recycled and eco friendly materials.
The company is dedicated to improving the working conditions of crafts people in Delhi, hiring fair-trade cooperatives to manufacture its products.

As a further commitment to its fair trade roots, 10% of KIRI’s profits will be donated to community projects in and around the Delhi area.

Visit the Kiri London website to view the range and for more information.

Ayers & Graces are retailers of high quality reproduction mirrors and picture frames.

The family run business is based in Bedfordshire and the owners have spent several years researching and sourcing only the highest quality of mirrors and frames, from only the best designers and suppliers.

Matt and Amanda have now announced the launch of their fabulous new website.

Whether you are looking for Traditional, Rococo style, Shabby Chic, Baroque or ornate mirrors in any size up to a huge 8ft, they can all be found within this easy to navigate online store.

• Featured here is a huge, heavily ornate, gold gilt picture frame of wooden construction with gesso detailing.

• Complete with plain glass and brackets. Can either be hung in the landscape or portrait position.

• The internal glass/picture size measures 16″ x 20″. The frame itself is a chunky 6 inches wide and 4 inches deep; therefore the overall measurement including frame is approx 32″ x 28″ (2ft 8″ x 2ft 4″ or 81cm x 71cm). Priced at £160. Free delivery.

• Also offered under accessories, is a unique and spectacular standard lamp of generous proportions.

• This chrome five-arm chandelier lamp, comes complete with almost 60 faceted glass droplets and a gorgeous black string shade; due to the transparency of the shade the lamp looks just as good when not lit; dimensions; Height 170cm (67″ or 5ft 7″) . Width of Shade 50cm (20″).  Priced at £199.

A new range also includes festive framed artwork, ideal for the run up to Christmas.

To view the collections visit the Ayres & Graces website.
Tel: (01582) 536760

Whether you’re looking for vintage-style mirrors, French furniture or chic accessories, look no further than Melody Maison…

The collection is updated on a weekly basis, so there will always be something new and beautiful to find and all at great prices too.

Here are a few appealing items to inspire you:

Cherub Ornate Wall Mirror - Elegant rococo style design in antiqued gold finish; an ideal accessory for an empty wall - gorgeous colour and design.
Measures 18 inches high x 15 inches wide and the glass is 11 inches x 5 inches. £20.95.

Illuminated Pink Flower Fairy Lights - This string of rose fairy lights is so pretty - alternating between pale pink and brighter pink; would look gorgeous draped around a headboard for a typical old English, shabby chic or girlie look.
The length of the string is 13 feet with 5 feet of wire before the first light.
£15.95.

White French shabby chic style Dressing Table with Mirror - In a matt white finish with 2 drawers and swing mirror; the compact size makes this perfect for a small room or child’s room.

Set Consists of:
White dressing table - Belgravia - Chic white dressing/hall table;
beautiful classic design with 2 drawers finished in matt white.
Height 29 inches, width 37 inches, depth 13inches.

Dressing Table Mirror - Beautiful white shabby chic style dressing table mirror, with pretty ornate carved roses design around the mirror in a Matt white; the mirror swings on hinges to adjust the mirror position. It stands 23 inches high and is 21 inches wide x 4 inches deep; glass measures 16 x 11 inches. £139.95

To view the full range, visit the newly upgraded website at:

Web: http://www.melodymaison.co.uk

Looking for white wall mirrors, bathroom mirrors or floor mirrors?

New England Lifestyle offers an excellent choice of hand carved mirrors, from the beautiful detail of the Augusta Mirror (shown here with the Jemima Console Table) to the tall and elegant Chichester floor mirror.

Create a sense of space with the grand Nantucket Mirror, or use the Baltimore full - length mirror to create light and style.

The Gardinea Mirror is perfect for above a fireplace to give a feeling of grandeur; the feminine Madison Mirror is a perfect mirror for a bathroom or dressing table setting.

The Manhattan Mirror incorporates a built in shelf, making it ideal for bathrooms, bedrooms and hallways. All of the mirrors are finished in satin white and can be hung or leant against the wall.

Augusta Mirror - £398
A beautiful hand carved mirror finished in white.
H130cm, W94cm
Shown with the Jemima Console Table - £328

Nantucket Mirror - £398
Large grand stylish mirror finished in white, which can be hung or leant against a wall. H201cm, W120cm.

Baltimore Mirror - £398
Features detailed mouldings and carved flowers and comes finished in white. The mirror can be hung or leant against a wall. H170cm, W91cm.

The Gardinea Mirror - £398
Ideal for hallways or chimney-breasts, this beautiful mirror has carved detail to the top and sides. H128cm, W120cm, D8.2cm.

The Madison Mirror – £298
Finished in white with ornate bow detail, ideal for bathrooms or place it with The Jemima Console Table (£328) to make an ideal dressing table.

The Manhattan Mirror - White Mirror with shelf detail. - £128.

View the complete collection online at:

Web: http://www.newenglandlifestyle.com
Tel: 0870 872 6292

The French Furniture Company offers a vast array of beautiful, unique and distinctive products, from hand made French Shabby Chic furniture, superb Venetian pieces, through to the most delicately fashioned objet d’art; they also specialise in ornate mirrors, in gold, silver, white, black and Venetian.

The are now offering a stunning new range of Design Classics furniture, which are all handcrafted in Mahogany and available in Silver or Gold Leaf; their ‘Classic’ Range will form part of their Winter Collection.

“Elegant and distinctive pieces today, style to last a lifetime:”

Many of the pieces are limited editions and may well become the antiques of tomorrow.

Featured in our picture is the intricately carved French Dressing table in Gold, with exquisite detail and so much more than an accent!
Size: 90cm x 35cm x 120cm 
Priced at:  £625.00.

You’ll be sure to say “Oh La La!” when you view this new collection at:

Web: www.thefrenchfurniturecompany.co.uk

Melody Maison is a family-run business and a ‘must visit’ for fans of French, vintage-inspired elaborate boudoir look and shabby chic interiors.

Their gorgeous and extensive range includes; fabulous mirrors, clocks and furniture, sourced from all over the world - you wont see this selection anywhere else and all at affordable prices.

French style can mean so many things in interior design, from the understated pale aged shabby chic look, to the ornate and grand rococo style, to the more recent revival of boudoir style chic, using jewel colours paired with gold. French style furniture is rarely modern in design.

Featured in our picture are:

• Rustic farmhouse/cottage look wall cupboard, incredibly sweet and practical
  2 magnetic doors with mesh centres, buttermilk cream paintwork; comes complete with rear mounting brackets. Measures 60 x 44 x 17cms . Priced at £64.95.
• Large BOUDOIR door/wall sign. - Perfect for the bedroom door or above the bed; in cream finished distressed metal, slightly concave.
  Wall mountable with hooks, 17″ wide x 11.75″ deep. Priced at £11.95.
• Vintage clock style Chateau Estephe wall clock - Classic French style wall clock in a rustic curled metal, with Chateau Estephe inscription and pictorial face with second hand. Measures 21 inches wide x 10.5 inches deep. Priced at £32.95.
• Cream ornate wall Mirror candle-holder - With pretty cherubs ornately carved features on the frame; in a lovely buttermilk cream finish, with a single candle holder at the bottom and hanging hook. Measures 24 inches high x 8.5 inches wide x 2 inches. Priced at £20.95.

Check out the full collection at:

Web:  http://www.melodymaison.co.uk.

Retro is making a huge comeback this Christmas, and that’s the way it has always been at Past Times…

The company is famous for its nostalgic keepsakes and Victoriana giftware, including quality old-fashioned wooden toys, traditional family games and all sorts of unique and unusual hidden gems that have lasting value.

Even with belts tightening this year, Christmas will always be the season for giving and treating.

At Past Times, with prices from £3 to £150 and plenty of stocking fillers and gifts under £10, there’s something for all pockets; nearly everything stocked is exclusive to Past Times.

Featured here are:

• Victorian Mirrored Glass Jewellery Chest - Recalling exquisitely etched Victorian glassware, modelled on the unrivalled hand-blown and hand-etched mirrors, produced on the island of Murano during the 16th century.
  The top opens to reveal five ring rolls and two smaller compartments.
  Bottom drawer for larger items Fabric lined.
• Victorian Silver Heart Box - Recalls the Victorian love of sentiment.
  Silver-plated, enamelled and jewelled decoration, red velvet lining.
  Ideal for keepsakes or small pieces of jewellery.
• Victorian Rose Pewter Photograph Frame - The rose, a symbol of love, was one of the Victorians’ favourite motifs, pewter frame, aperture for a 4 x 4 photograph, strut back.

Stores all around the country and online sales at:

Web: http://www.pasttimes.com