This isn’t just any clock….This is a John Whitehurst Timepiece.
Steeped in history, Whitehurst have produced their first clock for over 100 years. For this reason, They set out with the intention to deliver something incredibly exceptional.
John Whitehurst’s original pieces can only be seen in Museums, stately homes and palaces. Some of his work is nearly 300 years old. The original Y frame timepiece sits proudly at Chatsworth place. 240 years have passed and it still keeps perfectly accurate time.
This performance is down to being meticulous hand crafted, piece by piece. The workmanship and skill involved was cutting edge in its day and clearly has stood the test of time.
And, Stood tall. The original clock is a luxurious mix of stunning beauty, design and science all drenched in gold.
With the Y frame being such an important timepiece, Whitehurst have used this as their inspiration for the Modern day version that is as memorable. Combining 300 years of tradition with up to date techniques, Whitehurst have produced on a grand scale.
Some pieces within this clock have been manually filed and polished through an 8 stage process and then coated in 24 carat gold to give a flawless result that can only be acheived by adopting the age old techniques.
This is more than a clock, more than a statement even. This will become a treasured timepiece that will become a family heirloom and should remain in the owners family for years to come. Family crests can actually be engraved into the workings of the clock, if desired.
A clock of this magnitude takes time to create. 6 - 9 months is needed to produce something of such beauty and quality. Built to order at between £150,000 - £200,000, you can invest in a timeless, importantly historic work of art.
Lalique are celebrating their 150th birthday by launching a rather unique colletion, the ‘Hommage À René’
The new ‘Hommage to René Lalique’ collection re-examines and reinterprets the original iconic glass creations of René Lalique in crystal to celebrate the 150th anniversary of his birth in 1860.
A true homage to Lalique’s creator, the Perruches vase symbolises an original design that has been brought back to life. A fragment of plaster was found in one of René Lalique’s old workshops in the factory in Wingen-sur-moder, France. It was later discovered that Lalique had created it for a vase that was to be exhibited at the Museé d’Orsay in Paris. Here, given a new lease of life, the Perruches vase is restored to its former glory and made yet more special by its limited production.
Grey Bacchantes vase £2,900
Languedoc vase £4,200
René Lalique
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Perhaps slightly eccentric to some, but very attractive to others, the Parrots Party Collection by Lladró Atelier has been conceived under the artistic guidance of internationally renowned designer Jaime Hayon.
In The Parrots Party collection, the refined forms of the pieces contrast with the minute decoration of the birds, the core element of the piece. Reproduced down to the tiniest detail, the plumage of the different species of birds seems to come to life on the original branches coming out of the vases, candelabra, coat-hangers and mirrors in this collection.
Parrot Parade vase - £855
Parrot Team candlestick - £765
Parrot Light candlestick - £225
Limited to just 15 pieces this is no doubt on every Luxury Egg collector’s Christmas list. Retailing for £27,000, you get a base and a body made of Herend porcelain, decorated with the Victoria pattern symbolising the standing that the honour of Queen Victoria’s choice conferred on Herend.
The upper part of the egg is made of 18 carat gold with metal wiring. The parts of the lower neck were shaped individually with precision casting technology
The stones were set individually in crown or bezel settings; the gold band crossing the top and bottom of the egg is decorated with one hundred diamonds; pressing the drop-shaped ruby clasp will open the egg and display the Herend Royal Butterfly, a diamond-bedecked pendant.
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Hand made by a family-run business in Yorkshire, this heirloom-quality luxury rocking horse is crafted from environmentally-friendly hardwood for longevity and toughness. It comes complete with a drawstring suede grooming bag containing a body cloth and grooming brush to attend to his real horsehair mane and tail.
You can even personalise your brass plaque fixed to the frame. It could be engraved with a special date or perhaps the names of the giver and/or recipients. The price includes direct delivery to the room of your choice by the manufacturers. Yours for £1,750 at John Lewis.
Suitable for 3 years and up and measures L145 x W80 x H120cm.
