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eBay Watch: 1972 Mini Clubman Estate

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BMW is launching the new Mini Clubman in November, but if you can’t wait that long, how about an old one? And you can get such a thing on eBay if you bid for this 1972 Mini Clubman Estate.

Several new parts and a paint job has left a car like new in terms of condition – and check out that wooden dashboard and huge bootspace. On the negative side, the mileage is suspiciously missing from the description – you might want to check that out.

Currently available for bids over £1,000 – if you can get it for not much more, you could have a bargain on our hands.

See more images and full description at the eBay website

Categories / Design and Interiors

Montblanc Marlene Dietrich Commemoration Edition pen

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How many of you own a fountain pen? Not many I’d wager – but if you want to get back to some ‘real’ writing, you could do it in style with this Montblanc Marlene Dietrich Commemoration Edition pen.

Just launched and just 1,901 in existence, the pen is dedicated to actress/singer Marlene Dietrich, with a body and cap designed to simulate a feminine silhouette, a cap and barrel made of 925 Sterling Silver with fine barley guilloche and mother-of-pearl inlays at the top and bottom and a clip with dark blue sapphire and 6 diamonds.

There’s also a cap ring studded with 16 diamonds, a signature of Marlene Dietrich engraved on the barrel and a platinum-plated 18K gold nib. Price on application – but I’m guessing it isn’t going to be anywhere near cheap.

Find out more at the Montblanc website

Categories / Design and Interiors

70th anniversary Giant Anglepoise 1227 Lamp

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It’s 70 years since the introduction of the original 1227 Anglepoise Lamp, so to celebrate, the company has produced a limited edition Giant Anglepoise 1227 Lamp.

Handmade in England, it is three times the size of the original, but does come on wheels to make it easier to move around. And it also has a lockable position for added safety and a dimmer if it all gets a bit bright.

Available in black, it retails for £1,660.

Find out more at the Anglepoise website

Categories / Design and Interiors

Block table lighter

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Smoking isn’t all that fashionable right now – but there’s still some seriously stylish lighters around. And none more so than this Block table lighter.

Yes, it’s one of those chunky lighters you might have seen on coffee tables and desks in the 60s and 70s. You probably don’t see many now, but if you ever need a light for anything – even if it’s just for your candles – this will be available. And when you don’t use it, the lighter is still a smart thing to have around.

Available online – it retails for £25.

Find out more at the Posh Pad website

Categories / Art and Photography

Outre Gallery’s Mid-Century Modern art show

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The Outre Gallery is synonymous with mid-century art, so it’s no surprise to see a show covering the work of all the big names – the Mid-Century Modern art show, which runs from August 10th 2007.

Artists on display include Shag, Tim Biskup, Derek Yaniger, Jeff Raglus, Keith Weesner, Lynne Naylor and Andrew Brandou – all showing off original works inspired by the space-age look of the mid-twentieth century – which means atomic architecture, fifties babes and retro design.

Many of the works of art will be offered for sale, as will signed prints. And talking of prints, we’re very taken by Wildsville Man by Derek Yaniger, a signed and numbered limited edition (edition of 100) serigraph print, obviously inspired by Tony Hancock’s The Rebel movie. Sized at 12 x 14 inches, it’s great value at just $30 (around £15).

Full details of the show at the Outre Gallery website