Confused Castle

Welcome to Millers Confused castle, We are a father and son team that will hopefully be doing this for years to come. My son who happens to be 5 and bounces between Wanting to be a Mechanic and an Astronaut is my greatest source of inspiration.

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Antique Cafe Bistro Glass Water Wine Blown and Faceted Drinking Cup 19th Century

For just €20.00 A Great Antique Cafe or Bistro glass from the 19th century. The glass itself is in excellent condition and has a large Polished pontil mark on the base. As can be expected the glass has scuffs on the base from years of use, and light chips and flaws around some facets which appear to have occurred in the manufacturing due to their location. The Design is very simple with a Wide base and a large Faceted bowl, These glasses were used in cafes for many drinks Including Water, Cordial, Wine and if you fancied a really large absinthe. It measures approx. 5 3/4" (14.5cm) tall x 3 1/2" (9cm)diameter at the rim. All Vintage Items are dispatched using Priority mail with tracking and will be carefully packaged and sent Same day where possible, Excluding public holidays and Days where the post office has closed. Custom items and Items that Must be made to order may require some time and will be processed and dispatched with the shortest possible delay.( after all some of the best things in life are worth waiting for.) If you have any questions please dont hesitate to send me a message via etsy and I will reply as quickly as possible.

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Vintage Silver Plate Wall Charger North African Moroccan Hand Worked Tray Serving Display Heart Border

For just €25.00 A North African (Most Likely Moroccan) Hand detailed and formed Silver plate Charger Plate. This Tray has a flowing classical pattern and repeated Design with tons of details. The border around the edge is a heart shaped design around a geometric starburst pattern. These are great for serving and display, and add an exotic touch to any locale around the home.The reverse bears a makers mark and a hanging loop so it could be hung on the wall. This particular piece was acquired from a lady who received 2 of them as a wedding gift in the 1970s, Both are available in my shop. It Measures approx. 13 1/2" (35cm)In diameter Due to its hand made nature it has some flaws and irregularities,etc. Please see the photos for complete details on condition. All Vintage Items are dispatched using Priority mail with tracking and will be carefully packaged and sent Same day where possible, Excluding public holidays and Days where the post office has closed. Custom items and Items that Must be made to order may require some time and will be processed and dispatched with the shortest possible delay.( after all some of the best things in life are worth waiting for.) If you have any questions please dont hesitate to send me a message via etsy and I will reply as quickly as possible. Thank you for visiting my shop and I hope you enjoy browsing through my items.

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Candle Stick Lamp Mid Century Modern Brass Zodiac Leo Chasing Capricorn Light

For just €40.00 A great vintage table lamp consisting of a brass base with raised detailing depicting the Zodiac Animals for Leo and Capricorn in an endless chase. The Brass base is Finished in the style of the Vienna Bronze works from Germany and French Patinated works during the era and is capped off by a wooden candle sleeve and light fitting. Has been left exactly as found and works fine. Takes a small Edison screw bulb and Comes with Original shuttle switch and French 2 Pin plug. Base measures approx. 6 3/4" (16.5cm) diameter Please see the photos for complete details on condition. All Vintage Items are dispatched using Priority mail with tracking and will be carefully packaged and sent Same day where possible, Excluding public holidays and Days where the post office has closed. Custom items and Items that Must be made to order may require some time and will be processed and dispatched with the shortest possible delay.( after all some of the best things in life are worth waiting for.) If you have any questions please don't hesitate to send me a message via Etsy and I will reply as quickly as possible. Thank you for visiting my shop and I hope you enjoy browsing through my items.

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Rare Kyoto Station Hotel Porcelain Advertising Ash Tray Hotelware Matunoya China Circa 1960

For just €15.00 A Very Unique advertising ashtray or Vide poche made for the Kyoto Station Hotel by Matunoya China from circa 1920. These are pretty unique and make great display pieces, The dish itself is in great shape with no damage and bright clear printing It does Some wear to the gold gilt borders and a flaw in one of the indents for cigarettes,etc. The dish reads Kyoto Station Hotel. A Cracking bit of history and brilliant display piece. It Measures approx. 6 1/8" (15.5cm) Diameter Please see the photos for complete details on condition. All Vintage Items are dispatched using Priority mail with tracking and will be carefully packaged and sent Same day where possible, Excluding public holidays and Days where the post office has closed. Custom items and Items that Must be made to order may require some time and will be processed and dispatched with the shortest possible delay.( after all some of the best things in life are worth waiting for.) If you have any questions please don't hesitate to send me a message via Etsy and I will reply as quickly as possible. Thank you for visiting my shop and I hope you enjoy browsing through my items.

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Antique French Brass Military Style Buttons x 4 Postes et Telegraphes Early Model

For just €20.00 A Great lot of antique French Military Style buttons for the Postes and Telegraphes (Post and Telegraph) Service, With The classic slightly domed Shape and loop fixing on the reverse. These most likely date to the early 20th century and they are made by french makers as can be seen by the makers marks on the reverse. Ideal for collectors and Would look great on Any Number of wearable articles. These buttons have a great feel and quality to them, as can be seen in the photos they have been polished on the front and left uncleaned on the back. Each button Measures approx. 3/4" (20mm) Please see photos for complete details on condition. All Vintage Items are dispatched using Priority mail with tracking and will be carefully packaged and sent Same day where possible, Excluding public holidays and Days where the post office has closed. Custom items and Items that Must be made to order may require some time and will be processed and dispatched with the shortest possible delay.( after all some of the best things in life are worth waiting for.) If you have any questions please dont hesitate to send me a message via etsy and I will reply as quickly as possible

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Christofle Sugar Bowl Silver Service Serving Dish Monogrammed LW

For just €25.00 A Fine Silver Plated Christofle sugar bowl monogrammed LW, As can be seen in the photos It is in Fair condition for its age.Judging by the hallmark and Monogram it dates to the Mid 20th century). It has some dings,dents and scuffs but nothing that detracts from its charm. Fully hallmarked and as seen. It Measures approx. Bowl- 2 1/4" (6cm) tall x 5 7/8" (15cm) At the widest point. Please see the photos for complete details on condition. All Vintage Items are dispatched using Priority mail with tracking and will be carefully packaged and sent Same day where possible, Excluding public holidays and Days where the post office has closed. Custom items and Items that Must be made to order may require some time and will be processed and dispatched with the shortest possible delay.( after all some of the best things in life are worth waiting for.) If you have any questions please don't hesitate to send me a message via Etsy and I will reply as quickly as possible. Thank you for visiting my shop and I hope you enjoy browsing through my items.

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Vintage Novelty Bottle Opener Donkey Ass Figure in Brass Mid Century Humour Gift

For just €15.00 A Brilliant little novelty bottle opener depicting a Donkey in full Bray, This opener is a classic replicated by a lot of company's in The 1960s. A Cool gift or conversation piece on top of the Bar or that special Ass in anyones life. This is a fairly fine casting with nice detailing and marked made in England on the base. Perfect for display and of course opening any bottle with a cap, water, soda, or beer. measures approx. 3 3/8" Tall (8.5cm) x 3" (7cm) at the widest point. (Which is the mouth, Go Figure.) It Has been left exactly as Found. Please see photos for complete details on condition. All Vintage Items are dispatched using Priority mail with tracking and will be carefully packaged and sent Same day where possible, Excluding public holidays and Days where the post office has closed. Custom items and Items that Must be made to order may require some time and will be processed and dispatched with the shortest possible delay.( after all some of the best things in life are worth waiting for.) If you have any questions please dont hesistate to send me a message via etsy and I will reply as quickly as possible

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Antique Carving Knife Solid Silver Handle Vintage French Art Deco Serving Cutlery Paris

For just €12.00 A Great old French original Art Deco era carving knife. The handle is made of solid silver sheet over an Inner core.The blade is a timeworn steel that has gone dull in colour but not on the edge,it is still pretty sharp. Blade is marked Paris on the side. A Great piece for use or display. It has that timeworn slightly battered charm that makes it feel brilliant in the hand and looks great as well. With its dings,scuffs,pitting in the blade it has a unique charm all its own. The Knife Measures approx. 12" (30.5cm) in total Please see the photos for complete details on condition. All Vintage Items are dispatched using Priority mail with tracking and will be carefully packaged and sent Same day where possible, Excluding public holidays and Days where the post office has closed. Custom items and Items that Must be made to order may require some time and will be processed and dispatched with the shortest possible delay.( after all some of the best things in life are worth waiting for.) If you have any questions please don't hesitate to send me a message via Etsy and I will reply as quickly as possible. Thank you for visiting my shop and I hope you enjoy browsing through my items.

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Retro Coffee Bean Grinder Peugeot Freres Natural wood with Bakelite Lid French Vintage

For just €30.00 A brilliant Vintage Coffee Bean grinder made by Peugeot Freres. The body is made of light wood with a nice retro Brown Bakelite lid. The grinder mechanism itself works brilliantly However some restoration, I.E. removal of peeling paint on the interior,etc. A great way to get that morning exercise in aid of the perfect cup of coffee. This classic design has been used for generations and is sure to be used for generations to come. This Example does have a ding to one drawer edge and is missing a metal spring latch on the side, however nothing that would detract from its usability after some minor restorations. It measures approx. 4 1/2" (11.5 cm) square at the base x 8 1/2" (21.5cm) in total height Please see photos for complete details on condition. All Vintage Items are dispatched using Priority mail with tracking and will be carefully packaged and sent Same day where possible, Exluding public holidays and Days where the post office has closed. Custom items and Items that Must be made to order may require some time and will be processed and dispatched with the shortest possible delay.( after all some of the best things in life are worth waiting for.) If you have any questions please dont hesistate to send me a message via etsy and I will reply as quickly as possible. Thank you for visiting my shop and I hope you enjoy browsing through my items.

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Antique Persian Copper Urn Pot Ottoman Empire Islamic Art Piece Hand Hammered and Detailed HUGE 18th Century

For just €750.00 This is A Museum quality piece of Ottoman Empire era Islamic Art in the form of a Large Handled Urn made of Hand hammered copper and covered in fine Arabesque Detailing. The level of craftsmanship is exceptional. The Urn or Vessel consists of 3 sheets of hammered copper which have been seamed and joined. The base is domed which I have been told was to make them easier to bed down into sandy soil and sand. This particular Piece is a nice example of Safavid Art, Persian Pre Qajar in origin and most likely dates to the 18th Century. Displays the Typical Flowing detailed patterns of the period. As can be seen in the photos there is Verdigris and Variations throughout but nothing that detracts from the overall design. The inside shows no signs of holes, however there is some small damage to the rim exposing an Iron or Steel wire which has been used to make the rim Rigid. This Is a very heavy pot weighing in at just over 7kg (15 1/2lbs) It Measures approx. 14" (35.5cm) Tall x 15" (38cm) diameter at the widest point Please see photos for complete details on condition. All Vintage Items are dispatched using Priority mail with tracking and will be carefully packaged and sent Same day where possible, Excluding public holidays and Days where the post office has closed. Custom items and Items that Must be made to order may require some time and will be processed and dispatched with the shortest possible delay.( after all some of the best things in life are worth waiting for.) If you have any questions please dont hesitate to send me a message via etsy and I will reply as quickly as possible

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Antique Glass Dome Display Stand Large Cloche Ideal For Statues Figures and Clocks

For just €200.00 I have to say at the start that this is one impressive piece of blown Glass, You have to admire the craftsman that made this beauty. The glass dome itself is Impressive in its size and clarity and the small sheet of wood has been chased to accommodate the dome itself. It most likely dates from the latter half of the 19th century. Now the Nitty Gritty details, As is common the glass dome has flaws and inclusions in the glass and tiny niggles along the bottom which almost certainly occurred during the manufacturing.The base has warped over the years and could benefit from being attached to a thicker piece of wood, and the slot it sits in would also benefit from adjustment. All of that aside its a mighty impressive piece certain to give a treasured heirloom a boost on display. It Measures approx. 15 1/2" (39.5cm) x 12" (30.5cm) x 6 1/2" (16.5) in total including the base and 15 1/4"(38cm)x " " for the dome alone. Has the usual signs of age,marks etc. Please see the photos for complete details on condition. All Vintage Items are dispatched using Priority mail with tracking and will be carefully packaged and sent Same day where possible, Excluding public holidays and Days where the post office has closed. Custom items and Items that Must be made to order may require some time and will be processed and dispatched with the shortest possible delay.( after all some of the best things in life are worth waiting for.) If you have any questions please don't hesitate to send me a message via Etsy and I will reply as quickly as possible. Thank you for visiting my shop and I hope you enjoy browsing through my items.

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Gooseneck Light Lamp Vintage Space Age Atomic Eyeball Shade Modernist Interior

For just €75.00 A very stylish mid century modern gooseneck lamp with a classic eyeball shade made of aluminum. The lamp itself moves nicely and has a great shape to it. Typical of these lamps from the Space age it has a really cool modern look and style that would work well with both modernist and minimalist designs. The lamp itself works via a switch on the base and has signs of age, oxidisation around the base etc. Takes a standard Large Edison screw bulb has a French 2 Prong plug on the end of the cable. Fully working. It Measures approx. 20" (51cm) in total height fully extended. Please see the photos for complete details on condition. All Vintage Items are dispatched using Priority mail with tracking and will be carefully packaged and sent Same day where possible, Excluding public holidays and Days where the post office has closed. Custom items and Items that Must be made to order may require some time and will be processed and dispatched with the shortest possible delay.( after all some of the best things in life are worth waiting for.) If you have any questions please don't hesitate to send me a message via Etsy and I will reply as quickly as possible. Thank you for visiting my shop and I hope you enjoy browsing through my items.

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Rise and Fall Lamp Parts French Antique Porcelain Light Mechanism Elaborate Design

For just €75.00 This is one nice looking Rise and fall Mechanism from Circa 1920, Complete with Ceiling rose and counterweight. It features raised detailing and a substantial ceramic ceiling rose which is large enough to allow for modern connections to be hidden inside. One of the more decorative mechanisms I have come across over the years and certain to look great once paired with your preferred shade. The counterweight is designed to be filled with steel balls or small weights and at times and even dried sand to account for the weight of the shade you choose. Measurements approx. The ceiling rose- 3 3/8" (8.5cm) diameter x 3 3/4" (9.5cm) deep Counterweight- 8" (20cm) in total height As can be seen its has minor faults and flaws from its manufacturing process and original fitting. Please see the photos for complete details on condition. All Vintage Items are dispatched using Priority mail with tracking and will be carefully packaged and sent Same day where possible, Excluding public holidays and Days where the post office has closed. Custom items and Items that Must be made to order may require some time and will be processed and dispatched with the shortest possible delay.( after all some of the best things in life are worth waiting for.) If you have any questions please don't hesitate to send me a message via Etsy and I will reply as quickly as possible. Thank you for visiting my shop and I hope you enjoy browsing through my items.

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1872 Model Infantry Officer French Military Insignia Badge Insigne Militaire Hausse Col Officier Infanterie

For just €15.00 A Brilliant 1872 Model Military Insignia or Insigne Militaire. The badge is from a brass Collar Riser and is the symbol for an Officer in the infantry (Insigne de Hausse col Officier d'Infanterie ) It is in original as found condition. Insignia Depicts crossed swords in a Wreath of oak and laurel wrapped in a ribbon at the base. The reverse has a threaded rod and copper wire for attaching to the Uniform, However the Nut is Missing. Please note One sword tip is missing, and the nut on the reverse as previously mentioned. Please see photos for complete details. It has been left exactly as found. It measures approx. 1 5/8" (4cm) Wide All Vintage Items are dispatched using Priority mail with tracking and will be carefully packaged and sent Same day where possible, Excluding public holidays and Days where the post office has closed. Custom items and Items that Must be made to order may require some time and will be processed and dispatched with the shortest possible delay.( after all some of the best things in life are worth waiting for.) If you have any questions please don't hesitate to send me a message via etsy and I will reply as quickly as possible.

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Hanging Scales From St Marys Hospital Paddington Circa 1880 Antique Equal Arm Balance

For just €140.00 A Great set of Antique Iron and Brass hanging equal arm balance scales which as the story goes originally were used in St Marys Hospital In Paddington. The history of St Marys is fascinating adding a great backstory to what is already a fantastic set of scales. The scales themselves are well made with an Iron support and brass link chain holding the pair of brass trays. The scales are clearly marked on the brass Trays St Mary Paddington. St Marys Hospital is the birth place of Diamorphine,Penicillin,and a large Number of the members of the British royal family. So the hands that may have touched this would be certainly interesting to know! The scales measure approx. 15" (38cm) wide at the iron balance arm x 20 1/2" (52cm) total drop and each brass tray is 9" (23cm) in diameter All Vintage Items are dispatched using Priority mail with tracking and will be carefully packaged and sent Same day where possible, Exluding public holidays and Days where the post office has closed. Custom items and Items that Must be made to order may require some time and will be processed and dispatched with the shortest possible delay.( after all some of the best things in life are worth waiting for.) If you have any questions please dont hesistate to send me a message via etsy and I will reply as quickly as possible.

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Champagne Cork Pliers Advertising Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Wine Opener Extractor

For just €35.00 A great vintage pair of cork pulling pliers advertising the much Celebrated Champagne Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin. A Sparkling Wine with a long and illustrious history. (Not to mention it is very drinkable) These pliers are great for getting corks out of tight spots, they even work on getting them out of bottles! A perfect gift for yourself or a close Friend, especially if you bring a bottle for testing. In good general condition, with the usual traces of oxidisation and wear consummate with their age, Circa 1950s. They measure approx. 6 1/4" (15.5cm) in total Please see the photos for complete details on condition. All Vintage Items are dispatched using Priority mail with tracking and will be carefully packaged and sent Same day where possible, Excluding public holidays and Days where the post office has closed. Custom items and Items that Must be made to order may require some time and will be processed and dispatched with the shortest possible delay.( after all some of the best things in life are worth waiting for.) If you have any questions please don't hesitate to send me a message via etsy and I will reply as quickly as possible. Thank you for visiting my shop and I hope you enjoy browsing through my items.

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King Cobra Carved Exotic Wood Statue Sculpture Snake Serpent Figure

For just €35.00 A really wicked looking Carved King Cobra snake caught in a Striking Position. (Pun Intended) The figure itself is carved in dark exotic hard wood and very nicely detailed. Sadly at some point there was a break which was glued however judging by the fact that the carving traverses the faint glue line it most likely occurred during the carving. This figure stands nicely on its own and has a great patina from age. As can be seen It has a few dings and knocks from over the years, But still looks as bad ass as the day it was carved. Perfect for standing guard on any shelf or surface. It Measures approx. 5 1/2" (14cm) tall x 4 1/2" (11.5cm) at the widest point All Vintage Items are dispatched using Priority mail with tracking and will be carefully packaged and sent Same day where possible, Excluding public holidays and Days where the post office has closed. Custom items and Items that Must be made to order may require some time and will be processed and dispatched with the shortest possible delay.( after all some of the best things in life are worth waiting for.) If you have any questions please don't hesitate to send me a message via Etsy and I will reply as quickly as possible. Thank you for visiting my shop and I hope you enjoy browsing through my items.