George Pirie Antiques

Tower Workshop Warehouse
Open Tomorrow 11am-4pm
Large Selection of Items at
Discounted Prices
Aberdeen Road
Tarland, Aberdeenshire.
AB34 4TB
Tel 013398 81154

Quality Inlaid French Ladies Jewellery Table, circa 1890 with Gilt Metal Mounts just in!

Victorian Oak and Mahogany Chess Table just in, perfect for those autumn/winter evenings entertainment 😍

Large Oil Painting of Dunnottar Castle 1878 just in, a beautiful addition to any room 🙂

See Dunnottar live https://www.instagram.com/reel/C_bRIe8iG3F/?igsh=cmNrdXFoZDR3b3Zq

Large Oil Painting of Dunnottar Castle 1878 just in, a beautiful addition to any room :)

Glamorous costumes worn by the late “grande dame of drag”, Danny La Rue, have gone on display for Sale in George Pirie Antiques, Howe Street, Edinburgh.

The highlight is La Rue’s iconic “Carmen Miranda” dress, which the entertainer wore as a tribute to the singer, dancer and actress known in the 1940s and 50s as the “Brazilian Bombshell”.

The brightly coloured ensemble includes an extravagant towering fruit-laden headpiece.

Hollywood and Broadway star Miranda was famous for her exotic style and signature fruit filled headpieces in films like the 1943 movie The Gang’s All Here in which she sang The Lady In the Tutti-Frutti Hat.

The vibrant costume is one of three worn by La Rue during performances in his heyday on show at George Pirie Antiques in collaboration with the Fringe Festival.

Designed by La Rue’s longtime friend Annie Galbraith, the three outfits offer a rare glimpse into the world of the performer.

Antique specialist George Pirie, who will make them available for sale after their display, said: “The dynamic spirit of the Edinburgh fringe festival inspired our Danny La Rue costume display, celebrating his flamboyant and glamorous style.

“La Rue was a huge celebrity and a real trailblazer who was entertaining people in costumes like these long before programmes like TV’s Drag Race.

“The festival atmosphere perfectly compliments La Rue’s theatrical flair.”

La Rue was born Daniel Patrick Carroll, in Cork in 1927, but moved to London with his family when he was nine.

He moved into show business after leaving the navy and made his West End debut in the mid-50s. In 1969, he became the first drag act to feature in the Royal Variety Performance, in which he also appeared in 1972 and 1978.

He also became the first man to appear as a female character in a major musical when he took the role of Dolly Levi in Hello Dolly! in a 1982 production which eventually transferred to the West End.

Enhance your renovation project with this Deco-style mahogany fire surround, made in Aberdeen. Perfect for adding a touch of elegance to your home!

Admire our stunningly proportioned Scottish mahogany secretaire bookcase, complete with lovely thistle handles and a matching chair. Perfect for that special little place in your home!

Discover our Regency mahogany pedestal table in beautiful condition, featuring twin turned pillars and original brass castors. Versatile and elegant, it's my favourite piece of the week!

Check out our selection of side tables—perfect for entertaining or adding that extra surface space to your home!

Illuminate your space with our brass three-armed ceiling light fitting. Perfect for adding a touch of elegance to any room!

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Discover our mid-Victorian mahogany armchair, beautifully covered in contemporary tweed fabric. A perfect blend of classic design and modern style.

Explore this early 1900s oak hall stand, perfect for keeping your hallway tidy and organised. A charming and functional piece for any home!

Discover this stunning triple pedestal mahogany Regency-style dining table, potentially by Arthur Brett, complete with two extra leaves. Seating 18 and in fantastic condition, it’s the perfect addition to any dining room!

We’re delighted to share with you this absolutely beautiful tulip and satinwood kidney shaped marble topped side table, complete with a tabour door and two fitted drawers - made in c.1890. Don’t miss your chance to take home this stunning French antique!

Check out this excellent Victorian walnut desktop stationery box with a note-writing attachment. A perfect addition for those who value organisation.

Discover our Edwardian oak desktop writing box. A perfect blend of vintage charm and practical elegance for your workspace!

Enhance your space with this striking mahogany nest of tables, featuring exquisite satinwood inlay. A perfect blend of quality and elegance.

Add a touch of luxury to your afternoon tea with these silver cream jugs, one Georgian and one Edwardian. Perfect for an elegant gathering!

Introducing our elegant French walnut side chair with Bergere panels. A perfect blend of style and comfort for any setting!

Discover our fantastic gilded bronze table lamp, featuring excellent casting and a handmade shade. A real statement piece for any room!

Don't miss out on our house clearance sale! Join us from 10 AM to 3 PM for big bargains right outside our Edinburgh shop. See you there!

Don’t forget to come and visit us tomorrow and explore the fantastic range of antiques on offer!

Elevate your décor with our exquisite table lamp, repurposed from a mid-nineteenth-century Oriental vase. It's the perfect way to infuse your space with a distinctive touch of character!

Upgrade your expansive hallway or office space with our premium mahogany stick/umbrella stand. Crafted for both style and functionality, it's the ideal statement piece to keep your entryway organised in classic fashion.

Transform any room into a cozy retreat with our Victorian brass heater lamp, complete with a charming cranberry shade! Perfect for setting a warm ambiance.

Exciting news! Check out our fresh new shop front. Stop by and see what's waiting inside!

Discover our sleek brass-faced cherry wood grandfather clock, impeccably maintained and perfect for modern spaces. Classic craftsmanship meets contemporary design!