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Quirky, kitschy, dusty and pre-loved... We’re filling our home with finds from the wild world of estate sales & sharing treasures in our Etsy shop.

10/27/2026

If this vintage 1950s Chemex kettle is good enough for MoMA, it is surely good enough for your mid century modern curated home! This is the 2 quart original 1940s design released to the public in 1949, with the double cork stopper chimney and the original foil sticker, from the mind of German-born chemist and inventor Dr. Peter Schlumbohm. He believed that utilitarian household objects did not need to be ugly or over-engineered, famously stating that an object's design should be entirely dictated by the laws of physics and chemistry. The water kettle was engineered from pure borosilicate Pyrex glass to guarantee "the pure boil" without metallic off-flavors. It will work on gas, electric stoves with a Chemex steel wire grid, and ceramic or flat top burners. Truly iconic and rare with an original label. In the shop now, use the comment link.

10/26/2026

The holy grail of 1930s barware is officially live in the shop. This is the documented circa 1933 American Art Deco "Jazz Tray," a celebrated piece of Machine Age design famously analyzed in scholar Richard Guy Wilson’s text, The Machine Age in America.
We found this piece in a modest estate just outside of Pittsburgh, where it was bagged and carefully stored for decades. Click through the comments link to find this rarity!

10/15/2026

Whooo needs the cutest little fairy lamp? You do! This one is the cutest little two piece owl candle holder made by Fenton Glass in a custard satin glass. The glass contains trace elements of uranium so it glows under a black light. He is eye catching enough to stand on his own for sure but also would be a charming star in a Fenton glass or uranium glass collection. Follow the link in the comments.

10/14/2026

This midcentury sculptural wood table lamp with barrel shade is a beautiful, simple teak. I love that the base of the lamp is also wood and domed. I believe the burlap shade is original. It's all about 21 1/2 inches tall. That is short for a midcentury lamp and I think it would be lovely on a desk or bedside table. It works and is in nice condition for age with expected patina to the metal. Head to the shop via the link in the comments to find this sweet lamp.

08/14/2026

This superb mcm starburst wall clock by Seth Thomas is all original and runs great. It has 24 walnut rays with alternating brass and black rays surrounding the clock face. It is quite large, at about 23 inches in diameter, and is certainly a statement piece for your mid century modern home. Made in the 1960s and still looks awesome today.

08/09/2026

No need to water this beautiful, mid century Curtis Jere style flower sculpture! It has two flowers that are painted in green and blue tones with brass leaves and base. The metal has a patina that took years to create, adding a perfect vintage look. The sculpture stands nearly 14 inches tall and is almost 10 inches wide. Unsigned.

07/26/2026

Wheel this beautiful vintage Hollywood Regency style bamboo pattern frame and glass bar cart into your get together and impress the gang. It has two oval shaped clear glass shelves with plenty of room for cocktail ingredients and all the accoutrements. It stands 32 inches high, about 30 inches wide, and 16 inches front to back. The arched handles are pure elegance and sophistication along with the bamboo pattern frame and spherical wheels. Cocktail culture supreme! Also great for coffee and tea, breakfast or lunch, or even simple decor with some kitschy cool stuff on display.

07/11/2026

We would 100% keep this, but there is only so much room around here. Better grab it before we change our minds. Designed by Henry Dreyfuss and manufactured by the E. Ingraham Co. in Bristol, Connecticut, original release starting in 1940, the Sentinel Wafer Electric Clock is a wall mount electric clock made of chromed steel, glass, with a white face. It has a bright red second hand and a concentric bullseye of circles in the center. Its iconic design foreshadows the famous Honeywell round thermostat of 1953 by Dreyfuss.
Works wonderfully and looks amazing. Cleaned inside and out, especially the inside of the glass, and with a light brushing over the face to remove dust. It is a wonderful example of late art deco style that pre-coursed mid century modern decor. It's going to look fantastic in your home. (...unless we change our minds.) Find the link in the profile.

06/30/2026

Truly unique and one of a kind, this vintage mid century gooseneck desk lamp was handcrafted from a red fiberglass bullet shade and has a cypress knee root base. It has been 100% rewired with new parts and features a twist switch at the top of the shade. It measures about 20 inches high and 10 inches wide at the base. The shade assembly is also sturdily attached to the gooseneck and should provide years of service without loosening. It is an amazing desk lamp that will surely make a huge statement in your mid century styled home office. Also a great addition for your tiki lounge!!

06/29/2026

Available now! This wonderful mid century atomic era bullet planter is in a fantastic light lime green color! It is quite large, for your bigger plants, with a diameter of about 16 inches and a height of nearly 24 inches. The steel tripod legs ensure a non wobble and stable foundation for your most loved monstera or snake plant! Attributed to Kimball Manufacturing, but we didn't see a maker's mark. There is no drain hole, making it great for indoor use, however fiberglass is easy to drill if you want to make it outdoor. Perfect for your entryway and front porch if you decide to do the drilling. Go check out our shop and find something old for your home.

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