cody of edinburgh

An attractive and decorative pair of silver plated grape scissors dating from the early 20th century. The handles are double struck with leaf fronds on the back and front. There is also floral decoration on the pin holding the handles. Eminently useful! £25

A pair of turquoise basketweave cake plates on stands. Tripartite acanthus leaf feet. Gilt decoration to feet and plate. Likely late 19th century, unmarked apart from letter ‘i’. 24cm Dia x 5.5cm H. £40

Late 20th Century cheese serving set consisting of two pronged fork, cheese knife and flat spoon. Delectable fluted stems of good weight. £15

A mid-Victorian rosewood veneered footstool. The floral needlework covers a horsehair interior, commensurate with age (some losses) but still retaining good colour. The foot pad is removable and rotates. £45

A retro Picquot Ware 1950s cream (or milk) jug and two handled sugar basin. Made of magnalium and produced in Northampton under Burrage & Boyde. The modernist design has a polished exterior and brushed interior. Good condition. £25

An Edinburgh Academy rugby cap for the 1945-46 season - an evocative set of dates at the conclusion of WW2. Beautifully constructed in velvet with embroidery work, border detailing, silk lining and finished with a tassel. Retailed by J.C. Smith Limited of Edinburgh and St Andrews. Formerly tailors and University Outfitters at 91 Lothian Road they were still extant in 1964. They also provided tweed suits for Academy boys. Cap size approximately 7 (medium). Excellent condition. £75.

A mid 20th century plated baby training cutlery set in excellent condition, ribbon edged in original fitted box. A perfect gift for new parents. Marked EPNS A1 - a superior plated piece almost certainly Sheffield made. Baby’s name or initials could be added (as pieces are not engraved). £18

George III (1760-1820) mahogany demi-lune fold over gate leg card table of good colour and appearance with satinwood inlay (some losses) and blue baize interior. Resting on four tapered legs with brass castors. 75cm H x 91cm Dia x 45cm Dep. £135

An early 19th century French Empire hand painted Halley (Paris) porcelain vase with gilded decoration, applied winged cherubs and raised tripartite gilded base with single-clawed griffins. The bucolic scene shows a shepherd and canine companion with goat and sheep, a girl with a basket and a woman cradling an infant - all placed in a rolling Arcadian landscape. A rare piece of fine quality. 13cm H x 10cm Dia. £395

A fine mahogany waterfall bookcase of neat proportions. Of 1820s origin, reminiscent of fretwork mirrors of the late Georgian period. Three main sections with a top level for small books or decorative objects. Free standing or wall hung. £650

I’ve developed a limited collection of women’s and men’s silk and velvet slippers, now stocked exclusively at G Livingston, Scotland’s finest bespoke tailoring service. Stop by the shop to purchase. {Following a post-New Year ‘vibe check’ I may develop more for Spring/Summer with wider online availability}

In original velvet and silk lined oak box, a set of 12 fish forks and 11 knives in excellent condition. Retailed by Aird & Thomson Goldsmiths and Silversmiths of Buchanan Street, Glasgow. Engraved with a swirling c-scroll design and of typical shape, EPNS with bone handles. Dating from the late 19th century. £60

Rare c1840 set of six Staffordshire ironstone flow blue and white plates designed by Samuel Alcock & Co (Corbridge and Burselm 1828-1860). Carlton pattern mark to the reverse. Flow blue refers to the effect of intentionally allowing the blue to ‘flow’ into the glaze to create a blurred design. Perfect for dessert, cheese or side plates. £90

Hand painted porcelain plate stamped Aynsley’s dating from c1860, deep pink border decorated in gold and white relief enclosing a painted landscape with a monument and sailing boats on a lake. 21.5cm Dia. £50

Stoneware pot with hand painted acorn decoration, impressed mark David Eeles (British 1933-2015), Shepherd’s Well Pottery, Dorset. 15cm H. £28

A set of four Edwardian nutcrackers - one of which has a larger aperture for walnuts or chestnuts. Cast iron with silver plating in good working condition, includes original box. £30

Pair of hand painted early 20th century white and brown Staffordshire earthenware mantle cats. Complete with menacing yellow eyes and dressed in green bows. Good condition for age with minor crazing. 20cm H. £45

1960s heavy brocade kaftan, raised golden rose design with black background, frontal button stance (functional) and corded trim throughout, fully lined interior. Immaculate condition. 23.5 inches pit-to-pit, 49 inches length. £85

A hand painted porcelain plaque c1870 in the KPM (Royal Berlin Porcelain Works) style, depicting a woman in 17th century dress. In good condition and ready to hang. £165

Ample pair of ornately carved Victorian oak arm chairs in Jacobean revival style. In good condition with petrol blue upholstery affixed by rounded brass studs. Swept arms with terminal roundels, resting on straight back and carved front legs. 60cm W x 49cm D x 49.5cm seat H x 98cm back H. £350

A very attractive Edwardian satinwood fold in envelope card table with chequerboard inlay top resting on tapered legs and brass castors. One drawer and green baize interior. 50cm W x 50cm D x 70cm H. £180

Two 19th century large brass jelly pans - useful and decorative kitchenalia. £40

1940s Worcester Ware cake tin, traditional early colour scheme of green and cream. Some wear to the interior. 21cm D x 15cm H. £15

1920s/30s intricately decorated oriental style photograph stand. Beautiful brass filigree work to each side and chased decoration around base. A decorative panel inlaid in the base depicting a man carrying his wares attached to a pole balanced on his shoulder, all beneath a bird of paradise. 15cm H x 15cm W. £65

Pair of celadon candlesticks, mid century, ceramic composite with good weight. Of pleasing shape and would complement a traditional or informal table setting, or as accent pieces around the home. 7cm H. £15

1930s/40s oak three tiered drinks trolley with elongated bobbin style legs and original wheels. 61cm L x 38cm D x 78cm H. £125

Staffordshire pottery fire back taper holder in the form of a stag pursued by a hound, c 1860-1880, chip to side and hound tail. £35

Child’s sherwani jacket, or banyan, hand-stitched foliate brocade silk in gold, silver and terracotta thread. Interior hand quilted lining in rich crimson. Two front pockets, 5 hidden button front stance and tasseled detailing on chest and cuffs. Finished with mother of pearl buttons. Fraying commensurate with age, easily repairable, 1880-1920s. 36cm pit to pit x 80cm length. £45

1930s frosted glass vase, urn shaped with snailing handles and exterior Art Deco geometric surface transfer. Could be alternatively used as a wine cooler or candle holder. 16cm Dia x 16cm H. £32

Chinese wool rug with mauve ground and ochre border, field depicting floral and pagoda motifs, 20th century. 200cm x 128cm. £65