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Let's talk about scales! This vintage double pan balance scale is a unique statement piece that you can add as a decor to your living space, or as a functional piece to your kitchen. It still works - all you need to do is add calibration weights* to measure the weight of an ingredient that will go into the recipe of your liking. Alternatively, this piece can also be used as a learning prop for your experiments with your budding little scientists who want to learn more about scales and weights.

A little bit of history about this piece: this is an example of a Roverbal Balance, a type of a mechanical scale designed in the late 1660s by French mathematician, Gilles de Roverbal. The concept was presented to the French Academy of Sciences, and was thought to be revolutionary in design and approach. Roverbal Balance scales are hard to come by these days, especially with the rise of smart scales. This piece is undated, but we approximate it to be produced before 1940s, before electronic powered scales became all the rage.

Dimensions: 31 cm (length) x 22 cm (height)
Material: brass (pans) and cast iron (body of the scale)

*Calibration weights can be bought widely on different e-platforms, and they usually measure from 10-200 grams.

If you are interested in this piece, go ahead and fill out our item reservation form: https://forms.gle/XoUZNv6UyFyqNabHA (link also on our Instagram bio and pinned to our page). 🌸⚖️

Shipping update! 📦

Hi Brocki Manila Friends! Please be informed that shipping to the Philippines is closed for the year and will resume again on January 14, 2022!

Meanwhile, shipping to Europe and North America remains uninterrupted.

We will continue to post some of our newly sourced pieces. If you fancy any of them, please go ahead and fill out our item reservation form: https://forms.gle/8rbkh5CMi6QkZhUr9. You may also contact us here or via email: [email protected]

Happy vintage shopping!

PHP 1705.00 (USD 35.00)

Put on your shoes with a bit of assistance from this little shoe helper. This solid brass shoe horn with a squirrel handle is such a unique piece, which was approximately manufactured before 1980s. You rarely see shoe horns made of solid brass these days.

A little trivia about the history of shoe horns: did you know that shoehorns are known to have been first produced in the renaissance era? This was a very handy tool in royal households. It has been told that Queen Elizabeth I had shoehorns crafted for her household, and this became all the rage among Elizabethans. Shoehorn designs were even customized to certain families. It was originally made of animal horns - but thankfully that is no longer the norm! Eventually, shoe horn makers transitioned to the use of metal and wood. Today, most shoe horns are made of plastic.

If you want this piece, hurry and fill out our item request form (https://forms.gle/qRggHLGz3fuidAqZ9) - link is also on our bio and pinned to our page! 👠👞🌸

NOTE: Shoes on the photo are not included 😉

Solid Brass Decorative Horse Comb
PHP1375.00 (30CHF) on Brocki Manila

Check out this brass horse comb! There are three ways we think you can repurpose this vintage piece: (a) as a decor in your vanity dressing table, (b) as a functional piece to untangle the matted fringes in your macrame project, or (c) as a decorative piece hanging on the entrance to your dressing room. This is especially a good collectible for equestrians or horse lovers in general.

Dimensions:
11 cm x 12 cm

To get this piece, fill out our item reservation form: https://forms.gle/QLCm69XtW9cFNdEE7 (Link is also on our Instagram bio and pinned on our page). 🌸🐴

PHP550.00 (CHF10) on Brocki Manila

Look at this adorable little owl! It may be tiny but it packs in the weight needed to keep your pile of papers organized! This vintage piece is solid brass, and the approximate year of production is 1970 based on style and color. The detailed markings of this piece are also quite impressive. A great addition to your work desk!

Dimensions: 5cm (height) x 5cm (base width)

If interested, come get it! Fill up our item request form - link on bio (and also pinned on our page).

Monday drop! This week will be all about vintage metals.

Check out our recent post - we can’t get enough of this solid brass turtle trivet. A very unique addition to your kitchenware. 🌸🐢

PHP1045.00 (CHF 20)

Check out this little brass turtle that can! This solid brass turtle trivet shows that vintage pieces need not only be decorative - they can also be functional.

It can be used to protect your table from hot dish plates. See the photos for demo! It is quite sturdy and heavy, so it can carry the weight of your trusted pots, or one of your beautiful soup tureens. The approximate date of manufacturing of this piece is 1980s.

To grab this piece, fill up our item request form. Link is on our bio and also pinned on our page.

Dimensions:
21 cm (diameter A) x 17 cm (diameter B)

Brocki Trivia! Are antique, vintage, and retro items synonymous? How do they differ from one another? Check our quick trivia below!

At Brocki Manila, we specialize in sourcing vintage and antique products. Check out our page for our recently released collection of vintage glass, porcelain, and ceramic.

More are coming your way! Think brass, tin, bronze, and pewter! 🌸

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PHP550.00 (CHF 10) on Brocki Manila

A lone tea set (excess from the Cmielow set) from Poland. We cannot resist the elegant combination of maroon, gold, and floral prints.

Pair this with our other single sets for a full maximalist statement, or as an addition to our Cmielow set. Otherwise, it also stands on its own as you sip a cup of warm tea while cozied up under the sheets, reading a good book.

Dimensions:
Tea cup: 4.5 cm (height) x 7.3 cm (diameter)
Saucer: 11.5 cm

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Our first collection is here! We are thrilled to introduce to you these beautiful vintage porcelain, glass, and ceramic pieces. Our pieces are mostly 50 years old and above - all in very good condition, and have literally travelled through time!

Fancy any one or two of the items? Fill up our item request and reservation form here: https://forms.gle/6s1mGx5hKuoQg9ek9

All prices are published on the form. We ship from Switzerland to the Philippines, but can also ship to other countries on request.

For more details on the pieces including close up photos, historical background, and dimensions, you can browse them on our page and Instagram (). Happy shopping!

PHP 1045.00 (CHF20) on Brocki Manila

So you've seen mostly tea sets from Seltmann Weiden, but we also scored a 2-pc serving dish from our sourcing trip. We rarely see Seltmann Weiden pieces like this - and in contrast to most of what we have in this collection, this set is not only defined by the golden accent, but by intricately printed spring leaves.

The design reminds us of special occasions when family comes together over a nice meal. Imagine serving your time-honored family recipes in these serving dishes. It can't get more sentimental than that.

Dimensions:
Circular Serving Bowl: 6.5 cm (height) x 22 cm (diameter)
Oval Serving Dish: 36 cm (Diameter A) x 25 cm (Diameter B)

PHP2530.00 (CHF 50) on Brocki Manila

Still not over vintage designs of Seltmann Weiden? We have one more set for you. This 12-pc tea set is characterized by the gold and white style that prevailed the art deco period. The set was produced circa 1950s - definitely a timeless addition to your collection.

Dimensions:
Tea cup: 4.5 cm (height) x 7.3 cm (diameter)
Saucer: 11.5 cm

PHP3025.00 (CHF 60) on Brocki Manila

Another vintage beauty from Seltmann Weiden, but this time, a full set for five people catching up with one another over tea.

The golden floral print on ivory porcelain is regal. This 13-pc set comes with 5 tea cups, 5 saucers, a creamer, a tea pot, and a sugar bowl. This set was produced circa 1950s.

Dimensions:
Tea cups: 4.5 cm (height) x 7 cm (diameter)
Saucers: 11.5 cm
Creamer: 9.5 cm (height) x 7 cm (diameter)
Sugar bowl: 6 cm (height) x 9.4 cm (diameter)

PHP 6325.00 (CHF 120) on Brocki Manila

We found this piece in one of our sourcing trips and it was love at first sight. This is the only set from Poland in our collection, and it was produced by Cmielow Porcelain Works no less, approximately in the 1930s.

Cmielow is the oldest and among the largest craft manufactories in Poland. The manufactory was a private company until 1946, when the firm was nationalized during the period of communism in the country. In 1997, the company was reprivatized. The most prized Cmielow ceramics are exhibited in various museums in Poland, including the National Museum in Kielce.

This 18-pc set comes with 5 tea cups, 5 saucers, 5 dessert plates, a tea pot, a sugar bowl, and creamer. Perfect for a tea party of 5!

Dimensions:
Tea cups: 7.5 cm (height) x 8.4 cm (diameter)
Saucers: 13.1 cm
Dessert Plates: 17 cm
Creamer: 9.5 cm (height) x 6.5 cm (diameter)
Tea pot: 18 cm (height) x 10.8 cm (diameter)

PHP495.00 (CHF 10) on Brocki Manila

Cobalt blue glass is a statement piece that we definitely like to have in our vitrine. This is a liquor decanter.

As far as vintage glass is concerned, cobalt blue is among the most sought after pigments - alongside pink, green, and brown. This piece is undated and unmarked, but we find this color irresistible.

Dimensions:
7 cm (height) x 28.5 cm (diameter)

PHP 1705.00 (CHF 30) on Brocki Manila

Isn't she a beauty? Imagine cooking the dish from your time-honored family recipe and serving it in this vintage soup tureen?

This ivory soup tureen with minimalist gold accent was produced by H&C Selb circa 1950s. H&C Selb was founded by Franz Heinrich, who started a porcelain painting business in 1896. In 1901, he started producing his whiteware and later became one of the largest porcelain producers in the country.

In the 70s, H&C Selb became a part of Villeroy and Boch.

Dimensions:
28.5 cm (diameter A) x 7 cm (diameter B)

PHP1705.00 (CHF30) on Brocki Manila

Blue and white collectors, this vintage baking dish is for you! This ceramic baking dish was produced in Viana Do Castelo in Portugal, and was hand painted by a craftsperson named Candida.

Viana Do Castelo is a municipality in the Northern region of Portugal, and it is noted for their craftmanship in lace, gold, and pottery. The first pottery factory was established in 1774, and most of their pieces centered on the creation of utilitarian wares. Ceramics produced in Viana Do Castelo are particularly known for their blue and white pieces.

Dimensions:
34 cm (diameter A) x 24 cm (diameter B)

PHP715.00 (CHF20) on Brocki Manila

Check out this elegant ivory sugar bowl with minimalist gold accent. This vintage porcelain from Bavaria was produced by Eschenbach, which has been in the porcelain industry since 1891.

The porcelain factory of Eschenbach was completely destroyed during the Second World War, but was rebuilt in 1959. This piece is undated but we reckon it to be produced sometime in 60s, when most of the Eschenbach pieces sported the classic gold accents.

Dimensions:
9 cm (height) x 17 cm (diameter)

PHP1045.00 (CHF20) on Brocki Manila

Beautiful 4-pc red and gold Bavarian porcelain tea set produced by Tirschenreuth. This piece is dated circa 1960s originating from Germany. The Tirschenreuth porcelain factory was first operational in 1833 and closed in 1998.

Tirschenreuth is known for fine quality porcelain and vintage pieces and are highly sought after by collectors. This set is definitely a great addition to your porcelain collection - and perfect for your afternoon tea with a friend.

Dimensions:
Tea Cups: 4 cm (height) x 8 cm (diameter)
Saucer: 11 cm (diameter)

PHP550.00 (CHF 10) on Brocki Manila

Our one of a kind porcelain vintage tea set manufactured by Seltmann Weiden circa 1950s. It has subtle green and gold accents. Seltmann Weiden porcelain factory was founded by Christian Seltmann in 1910. All Seltmann Weiden porcelain are manufcatured exclusively in Germany. The factory is still functional, and they have since expanded their operations across the country.

A little bit of post-WWII trivia: after the Second World War, their former porcelain factories in Erbendorf and Krummennaab hosted American soldiers for a long time.

Seltmann Weiden has also acquired the royal privileged porcelain factory in Tettau (founded in 1700s and also the oldest porcelain factory in Germany).

Shake up your tea set collection by combining this unique single set with a modern tea set. It will stand up for sure and be a conversation starter.

Dimensions:
Tea Cup: 4 cm (height) x 8.5 cm (diameter)
Saucer: 12.5 cm (diameter)

PHP715.00 (CHF 20) on Brocki Manila

We are in love with this vintage porcelain tea set. It has a floral print at the center - a perfect finishing touch to its gold accents. This piece originates from Bavaria and is trademarked. The trademark is smudged though so we are unable to approximate the date of manufacture.

Despite this, we find this piece to be timeless for sure. Pair this up with our other single tea sets for a full maximalist set up.

Dimensions:
Tea Cup: 4 cm (height) x 8.5 cm (diameter)
Saucer: 12.5 cm (diameter)

Brocki Trivia! What does "Brocki" mean? Where can we find Brockis in Europe? What is the history behind it? Find out below!

We decided to call our (virtual) shop Brocki Manila because we wanted to create that link between the homes we have created here in Europe and our roots in the Philippines (Manila being the capital of the country).

If you like to collect antique and vintage pieces from Europe, make sure to follow, like, and subscribe to our page! We will release the first pieces of our collection this coming Saturday, 27 November!

We are launching soon!