10 Gifts for the Discerning Collector
Exceptional vintage and antique gifts for even the most discerning of collectors!
If you are hanging around Pender & Peony, chances are you yourself are a rather discerning collector, and I bet you know a few equally persnickety ones as well. We've got refined tastes and shrewd instincts, so the average pretty trinket doesn't entice us.
This is the list for you! 10 gifts for the discerning collector! 10 vintage and antique finds that will wow!
No. 1 For the China Collector
This quaint Wedgwood covered dish is just full of charm from the acorn knop to the dainty foot. The Bramble pattern is perfect for any season, but feels particularly right for those who love a country aesthetic. The multi-colored version of the pattern is more difficult to find, and it is a lovely size to hold veggies, soups, or stews.
No. 2 For the Collector Who Loves to Organize
This beautifully detailed box has so much potential! It deserves a star spot and could be useful so many places from the coffee table to the vanity. Featuring delicate Moorish design marquetry inlay, this box is a refined statement piece.
No. 3 For the Collector with Major Bar Cart Style
You know this guy or gal...the mixologist who loves to try new cocktails and is always testing the latest ingredients. Their bar cart is stocked in the best way! Give this discerning collector an exceptional set of antique glasses that feel fresh and flirty! These Victorian Amberina tumblers are begging for the tinkle of ice and a little garnish, don't ya think?
Oh! And the fuchsia pink on top is created by exposing the glass to more heat, which turns the gold reddish. Handmade and fabulous -- each glass is unique!
No. 4 For the Grandmillennial Collector
She's got a plate on every wall, tailored ruffles, and a discerning eye for the finer things. This gal needs an elegant oyster plate or two in her collection, and this French white and pink floral one with gilt detailing is just the piece!
Oyster plates originated in the Victorian era as these delicacies became haute cuisine at the best houses. Shop all here.
Squeal of delight after opening...guaranteed!
No. 5 For the "Martha" in Your Life
The host or hostess with the mostest who loves to entertain, set a beautiful table, and zhuzh every tabletop surface needs a spectacular French porcelain punch bowl!
This Edmé Samson one from the mid-late 19th century features charming Chinese style florals and pretty pink and purple hues. The elegant fluted sides and generous size at 16 inches make it a unique statement piece.
Not only is it stunning as is, but your "Martha" can style it up with ornaments at Christmas and orchids the rest of the year.
No. 6 For the Homebody Collector
I know you've got one of those friends who loves nothing more than puttering around home -- except for an antiquing adventure, of course. This charming little pastille burner is just the gift to delight their senses while they enjoy the good life.
Pastille burners were used in the 18th and 19th centuries as a way to scent the home and overcome bad odors. Made in various shapes and sizes -- little country cottages became popular towards the end of the 18th century as the concept of the picturesque emerged and people increasingly associated the country with healthy air. Wealthy landowners often had pastille burners commissioned to resemble their favorite little buildings on the estate, and soon this idea gained popularity. You can still buy incense pastilles to burn like these!
No. 7 For the Bibliophile
A good book, a glass of cordial, and a roaring fire sound just perfect for your favorite book lover. Of course with this gorgeous Waterford crystal decanter you have to include a bottle of their favorite liqueur and your latest read!
If you are looking for a splurge gift, check out this Oxford Library Charles Dickens set!
No. 8 For the Chinoiserie Collector
Time for your favorite lover of Chinoiserie to own a piece of history with these gorgeous 18th century Chinese export platters -- designs that actually influenced the Chinoiserie craze in Europe!
Delicate florals swoop across the platters and scale pattern reserves decorate the borders. These platters deserve a starring role on a plate wall!
No. 9 For the Collector with a Sweet Tooth
Know an antique lover who never passes up candy or dessert?
Make their Christmas by gifting this gorgeous Wedgwood biscuit barrel filled with yummy Hobnobs, Scottish shortbreads, and digestives. It is just the gift that feels thoughtful and useful. Not only do the get a yummy treat, but they receive a timeless ceramic that has endless possibilities!
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Blue Wedgwood Dipped Jasper Biscuit Barrels
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No. 10 For the Anglophile
Mason's Ironstone is one of those Iconic English ceramics that deserves a spot in every Anglophile's collection. This Mandarin pattern ginger jar is a vibrantly colored example. It is the perfect size for styling on shelves or for arranging florals!