Tag Archives: Furniture

Summer Calls!

Posted on May 28, 2019 by Bibury Antiques Fair & Andy Briggs trading as Echo Antiques

Hello again folks! The sound of summer in parts of Britain can be heard by certain birds, well, here is a vintage, (most likely Victorian), bird call. Made to be used in one hand, holding steady, whilst twisting the round … Continue reading →

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Bibury’s magical mermaid!

Posted on May 17, 2019 by Bibury Antiques Fair & Andy Briggs trading as Echo Antiques

Many of you will know that Bibury has a little river running along the roadside, but few will have imagined there would be a mermaid in Bibury. It’s just possible that she will be seen this summer there, but for … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Ceramics, Furniture, Gertrude Baker, Jewellery, Restoration, Slipware Pottery, The Catherine Wheel | Leave a comment

Watch out, we’re back soon!

Posted on April 24, 2019 by Bibury Antiques Fair & Andy Briggs trading as Echo Antiques

Here’s a watch one of the dealers may well have for sale when the glass has been refitted and just checked for reasonable timekeeping. Many will know already, but for those that don’t, there’s a complicated history! Briefly, Wittnauer was … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Arlington Row, Bibury Village Hall, Furniture, Jewellery, National Trust, Refreshments, Restoration, Vintage Watches | Leave a comment

Time for Tea?

Posted on March 1, 2019 by Bibury Antiques Fair & Andy Briggs trading as Echo Antiques

Last night was a business club meeting at Eynsham Hall. A place I have been to for wakes and weddings, and antiques fairs over the years. However a group of us went to have a look around and taste the … Continue reading →

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Feeling Cornered? Shelve it in a Cabinet!

Posted on February 21, 2019 by Bibury Antiques Fair & Andy Briggs trading as Echo Antiques

Wow! What a find, I love it, but what does everyone else think? I think here I have saved a potentially fabulous, mostly Elm corner cabinet from, the 1760’s (ish), from the fire! Why? Well, simply because I like it! … Continue reading →

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Sweet Valentine

Posted on February 14, 2019 by Bibury Antiques Fair & Andy Briggs trading as Echo Antiques

Happy Valentine’s Day Folks! Some of you may not know that St. Valentine is one of Beekeepings patron Saints, there are several! St. Ambrose, St. Benedict, St. Gregory, St. Bartolomew, St. Gobnait, St. Kharlamii, St. Dominic also called St. Modomnoc, … Continue reading →

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It’s a summer-var stand!

Posted on August 1, 2018 by Bibury Antiques Fair & Andy Briggs trading as Echo Antiques

Well, strictly not, but as ever I can’t resist a bad pun! Recently I have tidied up a small stand for a client and to their delight, I called it a Samovar Stand, possibly the prettiest one I have ever … Continue reading →

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Ship Shape & Sporting Stuff!

Posted on June 24, 2018 by Bibury Antiques Fair & Andy Briggs trading as Echo Antiques

Hello again! On July 1st, which is this coming Sunday, we will be on show at Bibury Village Hall, a splendid village and venue. Although we are a small antiques fair, we do offer a fabulous mixture of items there’s … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Barnsley, Bibury, Champagne, Croquet, Furniture, Gin, Gloucestershire, Looking For Antiques, Tennis, The Swan Hotel | Leave a comment

May Day Sunshine!

Posted on May 1, 2018 by Bibury Antiques Fair & Andy Briggs trading as Echo Antiques

Hello! It’s May Day and there is sunshine, what a lovely surprise! This weekend is Bibury Antiques Fair so if nearby, and yes, there is a lot going on, being a Bank Holiday, please find a space t park and … Continue reading →

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Here’s to St George!

Posted on April 23, 2018 by Bibury Antiques Fair & Andy Briggs trading as Echo Antiques

Happy St George’s Day! Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Andy, Arlington Row, Bibury, Furniture, Hotel, National Trust, Pictures, Restoration, St. George, The Catherine Wheel, The Swan Hotel, Tools, Wine | Leave a comment