Industrial, Commercial and Institutional

1960s metal strongbox

c1960s metal strongbox. Loop carry handles to side panels, lockable hasps to front face, good patina. Width 52.5 cm, Depth 36 cm, Height 19.5 cm. $125 Shop 33

1950s steel wardrobe by Simmons Metal Furniture

c1950s steel wardrobe by Simmons Metal Furniture, USA. Original two tone enamel finish. A/f some minor scuffs. Features hanging space and a single fixed shelf. No key. Height 179 cm, Width 122 cm, Depth 56 cm. $795 Shop 33

1950s timber indoor flagpole

c1950s timber indoor flagpole. Stepped, weighted base with removable pole in unrestored, original condition. Set up your own republic in your lounge room! Base 30 cm long, 30 cm wide, Height of pole pole 2.4 m. $125 Shop 33

1950s pressed and folded metal capital letters

c1950s pressed and folded metal capital letters, of commercial origin, with painted ‘candy stripe’ finish. Eight available: E, E, E, I, K, K, S, S, S. Height 23 cm. $65 each. Shop 33 (timber crate in image not for sale).

1950s-1960s timber parade sign ex  Rockdale, Sydney

1950s-1960s timber parade sign, ex Salvation Army Corps in Rockdale, Sydney. Timber and masonite construction, hand-lettered legend (a/f, minor loss to masonite board). Height 116 cm, Width 84 cm. $125 Shop 33

1950s Geloso Italian microphone

1951-1956 Geloso Italian ribbon microphone with original cable. Length is 15.5 cm. It comes with matching microphone transformer and a purpose-made padded carrying box (probably not original- see image below). The microphone has a switch on the front and a swivel mounted bracket and is threaded to fit standard microphone stand.  $295 Shop 27

Here's a little background, courtesy of Vintage Microphone World, based in The Netherlands. And a link to their excellent website:

https://www.vintagemicworld.com/html/Mic%20of%20the%20month%20December%202015_Geloso%20416.html 

The Geloso 416 Double Ribbon, made between 1951 and 1956, is probably the best Geloso microphone ever made. It is definitely the only ribbon type the firm produced (their more well-known models are piezo and dynamic models).

The 416s are pretty rare but from time to time they surface and many users and collectors would love to own one. Some vintage studios have them on their inventory list, but they were never designed for studio use; they were intended for P.A. systems. Still they have the warm ribbon sound that makes them useful for recording electric guitars, drums and vocals. Like most ribbon mics it has a figure of eight recording pattern; sensitive at both front and back and dead at the sides. The output signal is not as low as that of many of its contemporaries which often had 50 Ohm transformers; this one is 250 Ohms.

The switch on the front makes it possible to combine the signal of the two ribbons to obtain a stronger output. More companies (Beyerdynamic and Oktava) use double ribbon systems, but those are non-switchable. The design uses a big cylindrical magnet that is visible through the grill, the ribbons are mounted to the left and right of it.

At the introduction in 1951, Geloso presented a 416/80 table version on a small 210 mm stand and a 415/90; the same model on a 1150 mm floor stand. Later this was renamed the 416/90.

Because of Italy's economic boost in the second half of the Fifties and the low value of the Lira, many of these mikes were exported to other European countries and the U.S.

Trade Union related regalia by George Tutill

Rare. c1900 Trade Union related regalia by George Tutill (1817-1887). Major manufacturer of regalia for freemasons, unions, the temperance movement and other organisations. For the most part, Tutill's business was located at 83 City road in London and continued on after his death in 1887 until finally winding up in the 1960s. The business was huge. According to their advertising, exporting to "the colonies and the deepest corners of the civilised world". The round plaque is flanked by neo-classical figures, the central cameo is deep blue felt and on top of that is mounted a gold coloured handshake with the words above "United we stand" and below "Divided we fall" (see close-up image below). The chain consists of fourteen "handshake" links. The plaque is 13 cm tall (from the top of the initials surrounded by the floral wreath) to the bottom, the width is 11 cm (from elbow tip to elbow tip. $295 Shop 27

Vintage NSW fire brigade hose and nozzle spanner

Vintage New South Wales Fire Brigade hose and nozzle spanner. Spanner marked "NSWFB". Comes with original leather pouch. Length of spanner is 26.5 cm. $165 Shop 7

1960s-1970s timber hatstand/coatrack

1960s-1970s timber hatstand/coatrack with metal base and head. Stem professionally repolished and reglued at base. A/f, minor loss to finish to head. Diameter of base 35 cm, Height 172.5 cm. $225 Shop 33

1950s metal and bakelite pub table by Marquis

1950s metal and bakelite pub table by Marquis, Australia. Tubular steel base with polished chrome finish, ‘walnut’ bakelite top. An uncommon piece, as the unprotected bakelite top is prone to damage, especially in a commercial environment. A/f, chrome plating in poor condition, top with some fading to edges. Diameter 60 cm, Height 74 cm. $225 Shop 33

1950s-1960s tubular steel framed twin student desk

1950s-1960s tubular steel framed twin student desk. Solid Tasmanian oak construction with particleboard base to desk section. Great patina, new rubber feet (a/f, inkwell inserts missing). Width 91 cm, Depth 70 cm, Height 65 cm. $275 Shop 33

1960s laboratory stools, ex Australian National University

1960s laboratory stools, ex Australian National University (paper inventory labels to underside of seats), uncommon swivel-seat version. Seats with new foam and vinyl upholstery, new feet. Width 46 cm (base), Diameter of seat 36 cm, Height 65 cm. Two available, $275 each. Shop 33 

1960s East-West Airlines vinyl cabin bag

1960s vinyl cabin bag by James Watt Manufacturing, Melbourne, East West Airlines livery. Excellent original condition, with later period (1970s) vinyl baggage tag. Length 38 cm, Depth 16 cm, Height 25 cm. $115 Shop 6

1950s stationery wire basket/in-out tray

1950s metal stationery basket/in-out tray. All wire construction, not common. Length 36 cm, Width 26.5 cm, Height 8 cm. $32 Shop 33

1950s medical heat lamp

1950s medical heat lamp, rewired for domestic use as a desk or table lamp, remnant decal to shade. Height 60 cm, Depth 34 cm, Width 25 cm. $175 Shop 33

Stak-A-Bye” stacking chairs by Sebels

Stak-A-Bye” stacking chairs by Sebels, Bankstown, Sydney. An iconic design introduced in the late 1940s, these are 1970s production examples with red quilted vinyl seats. A/f, one replacement (rear) foot. Two available. Width 45 cm, Depth 43 cm, Height 73 cm. $65 each. Shop 33

1970s chrome coatrack/hatstand

1970s metal coatrack/hatstand, chrome plated stem and arms, terminated with white plastic tips. Hard to find with all plastic tips intact, inventory sticker for Department of National Development (1950–1972) to base of stem. Width of base 50 cm, Height 183 cm. $125 Shop 33

1970s metal roadside warning lantern by Artcraft

1970s metal roadside warning lantern by Artcraft, Australia. Dual sided lens, mounting bracket to rear, original manufacturers sticker to front face. We don't know whether this thing still functions or not...it's being offered as a cool piece of industrial design..Width 20 cm, Depth 11 cm, Height 36 cm. $55 Shop 33

1950s New South Wales State Electricity Commission enamel sign

1950s New South Wales State Electricity Commission (S.E.C.) sign, porcelain enamel over steel. “H.T” indicates “high tension” (i.e. high voltage). Excellent original condition. Width 10.5 cm, Height 35 cm. $75 Shop 33

Antique cast iron timber trolley

19th century heavy duty cast iron trolley with heavily weathered timber handles/frame. Still quite functional, but these days better used as an awesome decorator piece in the right setting. Height as pictured 120 cm. $295 Shop 27

1960s teaching map “Victoria”

c1960s teaching map “Victoria”, by H.E.C. Robinson, Sydney and Melbourne. Width 104 cm, Height 76 cm. $245 Shop 33

Set of four 1950s rod steel frame chairs

Set of four (two only shown) c1950s chairs. Rod steel frames with interesting leg assembly, white painted finish, sprung seats with ?second generation vinyl upholstery (note seat dust covers, which appear to be hand-embroidered linen squares!). Good patina to frames, minor wear to upholstery. Width 39 cm, Depth 43 cm, Height 83 cm. $125 set of four. Shop 33

c1970 shoe shop repairs advertising sign

Late 1960s/early 1970s shoe shop repairs advertising sign. In original nickel plated frame, the sign is hand painted (with a few signs of wear on the lettering) and is backlit. Electricals in good safe working order. Width 55.5 cm, Height 40.5 cm, Depth 10 cm. $295 Shop 7 

1950s steel fire extinguisher

c1950s steel fire extinguisher by Simplex. Great "condemned" stencilling to body. Height 50 cm. $125 Shop 33

1960s screw thread chart

1960s screw thread chart by McPherson's Ltd, Sydney. Cardboard, 34.3 cm x 21.6 cm. $45 shop 33

1950s Nest-a-bye chairs Sebel

1950s “Nest-A-Bye” stacking chairs by Sebel, Bankstown, Australia. Original vinyl upholstery and manufacturers decals to backs and underside of seats, replacement plastic feet and arm tips (a/f, foam padding in seats has disintegrated). Can be stacked to a maximum of eight chairs. Eight available. Width 46 cm, Depth 40 cm, Height 79 cm (top of backrest). $45 each Shop 33

1960s metal film projector trolley 

c1960s metal film projector trolley by Bell & Howell, ex Science Department, Merici College, Braddon, Canberra. Vinyl insert to top shelf is not original. Width 53 cm, Depth 53 cm, Height 118 cm. $295 Shop 33

Large timber casting die

c1960s timber casting die of a pump housing, stamped “Centrex Pump” on lower section, probably ex NSW State Railways workshops, Enfield, Sydney. Width 80 cm, Depth 30 cm, Height 72 cm. $245 Shop 33

1950s-1960s educational poster of electrical appliances by Rossignol

1950s-1960s educational poster featuring household electrical appliances, by Rossignol, France. Poster laminated and framed by previous owner, professionally reset. 93 cm x 76 cm. $295 Shop 33

1950s galvanised iron canister Ex Department of National Development

c1950s metal canister, galvanised iron construction with removable lid with hasp. Ex Department of National Development (1950–1972), remnant paper inventory label, sticker and former owner’s name to lid. Original purpose unknown, but possibly used for transportation of plan documents. New brazing to lip. Diameter 26 cm, Height 93 cm. $165 Shop 33

1960s stacking chairs by Namco

1960s stacking chairs by Namco, Australia. Metal frames with black enamelled finish, seat and back with textured vinyl skin (four colours) and decorative buttoning to seat, maker’s sticker to rear of backrest, original plastic feet. Width 44 cm, Depth 61 cm, Height 77 cm. Six available (two blue, two green, two red - the yellow example has SOLD), $55 each. Shop 33

1960s industrial timber First Aid kit

1960s industrial timber First Aid kit, possibly issued to the NSW Rural Fire Service. Very good original condition with most contents intact. (Image below of case CLOSED). Height 38 cm, Width 29.5 cm, Depth 15 cm. $95 Shop 33

1950s steel barrister’s bookcases

Partial set c1950s steel barrister’s bookcases by Super Steel Office Equipment, Sydney (upper two sections only, base missing). Maker’s decal and inventory number details retained, replacement glass in upper section. Width 83 cm, Depth 27 cm, Height 84 cm. $395 Shop 33

1960s stacking chairs, NSW Department of Education

c1960s stacking chairs, manufactured for the NSW Department of Education (embossed to frames). Alloy frames with grey hammertone enamel finish, plywood seats and backrests, original plastic feet. A/f, some wear and minor loss to timber. Three available. Width 42 cm, Depth 48 cm, Height 79 cm. $55 each Shop 33  

1960s advertising panel for “Timbertone” wall panels

Rare. 1960s advertising panel for “Timbertone” wall panels by Masonite, Australia. Image is based on a photographic design used in print advertising for this product at the time. 30.5 cm x 37.5 cm. $125 Shop 33

ex DMR "END 35 MPH" SPEED sign

1970s imperial road sign ex New South Wales Department of Main Roads, “END 35 SPEED”. Retroreflective plastic over metal sheet, embossed “DMR 71” [Department of Main Roads, 1971] to rear. Unused (plastic sheeting still intact over mounting holes), but with some marks/scuffs. Width 46 cm, Height 61 cm. $125 Shop 33

1950s/60s cast alloy capital letters by Lanray Castings

1950s-1960s cast alloy capital letters, by Lanray Castings Ltd, Australia, possibly of railway origin. Lots of consonants, no vowels. Nineteen available: C, D, D, D, H, H, J, J, J, J, J, J, K, K, K, T, W, X, Z. Height 21.5 cm. $18 each Shop 33

1970s timber ladder

c1970s timber ladder with great patina. Width 51 cm, Depth 83 cm (fully opened), Height 137 cm. $165 Shop 33

1950s steel medical cabinet

c1950s medical cabinet. Enameled steel with polished stainless steel top and polished steel handles. Great patina (a/f, drawer handle with some dents). Width 42.5 cm, Depth 32.5 cm, Height 88 cm. $345 Shop 33

1960s timber ladder

c1960s timber ladder (6ft “Light House Step”) by Mote, Australia. Great patina, makers mark and model details stencilled to frame. Width 55 cm, Depth 110 cm (fully opened), Height 170 cm. $165  Shop 33

1960s hand-cranked vacuum pump

c1960s hand-cranked vacuum pump. Steel construction with grey hammertone enamelled finish (additional image below), polished timber base. Very good original condition, wheel turns freely. Width 37.5 cm, Depth 24 cm, Height 37.5 cm. $125 Shop 33

1970s teaching map, “North America – Population Density”

c1970s teaching map, “North America – Population Density” by George Philip & Sons, Ltd. Width 92 cm, Height 110 cm. $145 Shop 33

1950s deco style cheval mirror

c1950s cheval mirror. Tubular steel base with polished chrome finish, ‘deco’ style mirror with bevelled edge to glass. A/f, chrome plating to base in poor condition, some corrosion and loss. Width 47.5 cm, Depth 54 cm, Height 166 cm. $275 Shop 33

1950s “Thermovent” bakelite space heater by E.K. Cole, England

1950s “Thermovent” space heater by E.K. Cole, Southampton-on-Sea, England. Metal shell with brown ‘walnut’ bakelite face, metal vent blades and feet. An unusual use of a large panel of bakelite on a domestic appliance. Plug removed, sold as a prop or display item only. Width 65 cm, Depth 23.5 cm, Height 59 cm. $125 Shop 33

Compass plane by Record

Hard to find. Compass plane number 20 by Record, England. Length 25.5 cm. $159 Shop 7

Victorian brass beam scales

Late 1800s brass beam scales by Fairbanks, England. Length 114 cm. Heavy! $330 Shop 7