A You Tube featuring the actual voice of Daphne du Maurier and a glimpse into her world.
short & lovely...The Make Believe World of Daphne du Maurier
Dame du Maurier's novel Hungry Hill featured below...
Sunday, December 27, 2009
Dame Browning, Royal Haeger & a Herringbone Glass Ice Bucket
Hungry Hill by Dame Daphne du Maurier, Lady Browning
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Hungry Hill
When two brothers fall in love w
ith the same woman, the affair means disaster both to the family as well as th the family empire. This early Daphne du Maurier novel centers on the fortunes and fates of five generations of an Anglo-Irish family who are bound to their copper mine on Hungry Hill. Beginning with the first stubborn patriarch, there are the forthright first-born son; the petulant, lazy second-born; and so on. This is a marvelous tale--on a par with du Maurier's more famous books, such as REBECCA and JAMAICA INN.
This hardcover classic is in fair to good condition. The pages, while some yellowing on the edges, are very strong, thick and have no tears. 1 title page is starting to come away from the binding. Just 1 ! There are library stamps, a previous owners address label on the inside jacket which is secured to the board (adhesive from the jacket). This could be taken off and would reveal the very clean green cover (the green cover board does have some fraying on the edges). A few penccil marks on the inside back board.
344 pages. Triangle Books. Publisher: Blakiston Co
About Dame Daphne du Maurier, Lady Browning
was an English author and playwright. Many of her works have been adapted into films, including the novels Rebecca, which won the Best Picture Oscar in 1941, Jamaica Inn, and her short stories The Birds and Don't Look Now. The first three were directed by Alfred Hitchcock. Her elder sister was Angela du Maurier, also a writer.
Daphne du Maurier was born in London (although she spent most of her life in her beloved Cornwall), the second of three daughters of the prominent actor-manager Sir Gerald du Maurier and actress Muriel Beaumont (maternal niece of William Comyns Beaumont).[1] Her grandfather was the author and Punch cartoonist George du Maurier, who created the character of Svengali in the novel Trilby. These connections helped her in establishing her literary career; du Maurier published some of her very early work in his Bystander magazine, and her first novel, The Loving Spirit, was published in 1931. Du Maurier was also the cousin of the Llewelyn Davies boys, who served as J.M. Barrie's inspiration for the characters in the play Peter Pan, or The Boy Who Wouldn't Grow Up. As a young child she was introduced to many of the brightest stars of the theatre thanks to the celebrity of her father; notably, on meeting Tallulah Bankhead she was quoted as saying that the actress was the most beautiful creature she had ever seen.
She married Lieutenant-General Sir Frederick "Boy" Browning and had two daughters and a son (Tessa, Flavia and Christian). Biographers have noted that the marriage was at times somewhat chilly and have also established that du Maurier could be aloof and distant to her children, especially the girls, when immersed in her writing.[2] "Boy" died in 1965 and soon after Daphne moved to Kilmarth, near Par, which became the setting for The House on the Strand.
From: More here…http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daphne_du_Maurier
Depression Era Cut Herringbone Glass Ice Caddy or Vase
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Rare, sturdy and probably hand blown clear glass vessel that can be used for ice or as a beautiful vase or??.
The design is a draping of a herringbone cut on the outside rim and a beveled impressed rib on the inside. It has a beautiful star-burst cut on the bottom. Two little tabs on top give it a carrying bucket look as well. It has a slight beige-ish tint due to its age. I have not seen this pattern anywhere in my research. I would love it if anyone knows, to let me know.
Several little bubbles are floating in the glass, a natural characteristic for hand blown glass. There are no glass seams anywhere. There is a small ONE SIDED crack about ½” in one of the tabs (One sided meaning it is felt on the outside and not the other side of the tab). It almost looks like it happened at the factory many years ago.
It measures 5"H x 15" diameter and weighs 1 lb 15 oz. Very lovely and a useful example of depression glass!
Royal Haeger Vintage Brown Fanned Shell Vase
Decadent, extravagant! This effervescent vase cannot be passed by and go unnoticed. It is stunning in its design and rich colors.
I need to let the pictures describe it for you. I have never seen anything like it!
The color is a rich chocolate drip glaze with teal green undertones.
It measures 10 x 12” and weighs about 2 lbs & 3 oz. It is a narrow fanned vase that measures 3” width. The stylized foaming base is about 6” wide. The Royal Haeger, maker of many other rich and decadent 40-50’s style pottery, mark is on the bottom.
Unfortunately there is a small chip of the glaze only on the front of the shell. And a very small hairline crack near it. The sad part is that I believe I made the faux pas! I dropped a small object on it.
But the good news is that it is very vintage looking and outrageously beautiful all the same! Can you imagine how lovely flowers would look tucked inside behind the shell!!
Lovin’ it!
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Hungry Hill
When two brothers fall in love w
ith the same woman, the affair means disaster both to the family as well as th the family empire. This early Daphne du Maurier novel centers on the fortunes and fates of five generations of an Anglo-Irish family who are bound to their copper mine on Hungry Hill. Beginning with the first stubborn patriarch, there are the forthright first-born son; the petulant, lazy second-born; and so on. This is a marvelous tale--on a par with du Maurier's more famous books, such as REBECCA and JAMAICA INN.This hardcover classic is in fair to good condition. The pages, while some yellowing on the edges, are very strong, thick and have no tears. 1 title page is starting to come away from the binding. Just 1 ! There are library stamps, a previous owners address label on the inside jacket which is secured to the board (adhesive from the jacket). This could be taken off and would reveal the very clean green cover (the green cover board does have some fraying on the edges). A few penccil marks on the inside back board.
344 pages. Triangle Books. Publisher: Blakiston Co
About Dame Daphne du Maurier, Lady Browning
was an English author and playwright. Many of her works have been adapted into films, including the novels Rebecca, which won the Best Picture Oscar in 1941, Jamaica Inn, and her short stories The Birds and Don't Look Now. The first three were directed by Alfred Hitchcock. Her elder sister was Angela du Maurier, also a writer.
Daphne du Maurier was born in London (although she spent most of her life in her beloved Cornwall), the second of three daughters of the prominent actor-manager Sir Gerald du Maurier and actress Muriel Beaumont (maternal niece of William Comyns Beaumont).[1] Her grandfather was the author and Punch cartoonist George du Maurier, who created the character of Svengali in the novel Trilby. These connections helped her in establishing her literary career; du Maurier published some of her very early work in his Bystander magazine, and her first novel, The Loving Spirit, was published in 1931. Du Maurier was also the cousin of the Llewelyn Davies boys, who served as J.M. Barrie's inspiration for the characters in the play Peter Pan, or The Boy Who Wouldn't Grow Up. As a young child she was introduced to many of the brightest stars of the theatre thanks to the celebrity of her father; notably, on meeting Tallulah Bankhead she was quoted as saying that the actress was the most beautiful creature she had ever seen.
She married Lieutenant-General Sir Frederick "Boy" Browning and had two daughters and a son (Tessa, Flavia and Christian). Biographers have noted that the marriage was at times somewhat chilly and have also established that du Maurier could be aloof and distant to her children, especially the girls, when immersed in her writing.[2] "Boy" died in 1965 and soon after Daphne moved to Kilmarth, near Par, which became the setting for The House on the Strand.
From: More here…http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daphne_du_Maurier
Depression Era Cut Herringbone Glass Ice Caddy or Vase
open link
Rare, sturdy and probably hand blown clear glass vessel that can be used for ice or as a beautiful vase or??.
The design is a draping of a herringbone cut on the outside rim and a beveled impressed rib on the inside. It has a beautiful star-burst cut on the bottom. Two little tabs on top give it a carrying bucket look as well. It has a slight beige-ish tint due to its age. I have not seen this pattern anywhere in my research. I would love it if anyone knows, to let me know.
Several little bubbles are floating in the glass, a natural characteristic for hand blown glass. There are no glass seams anywhere. There is a small ONE SIDED crack about ½” in one of the tabs (One sided meaning it is felt on the outside and not the other side of the tab). It almost looks like it happened at the factory many years ago.
It measures 5"H x 15" diameter and weighs 1 lb 15 oz. Very lovely and a useful example of depression glass!
Royal Haeger Vintage Brown Fanned Shell Vase Decadent, extravagant! This effervescent vase cannot be passed by and go unnoticed. It is stunning in its design and rich colors.
I need to let the pictures describe it for you. I have never seen anything like it!
The color is a rich chocolate drip glaze with teal green undertones.
It measures 10 x 12” and weighs about 2 lbs & 3 oz. It is a narrow fanned vase that measures 3” width. The stylized foaming base is about 6” wide. The Royal Haeger, maker of many other rich and decadent 40-50’s style pottery, mark is on the bottom.
Unfortunately there is a small chip of the glaze only on the front of the shell. And a very small hairline crack near it. The sad part is that I believe I made the faux pas! I dropped a small object on it.
But the good news is that it is very vintage looking and outrageously beautiful all the same! Can you imagine how lovely flowers would look tucked inside behind the shell!!
Lovin’ it!
Tuesday, December 15, 2009
Lovely Lady Cordelia, Kissing Boy & Girl, Mrs Santa & an Ozzie & Harriet You Tube!
Shawnee / Cordelia Lady Bust / Head Figurine open link!Absolutely lovely! This hand painted vintage 40’s-50’s bust of a royal woman of times past, is in good condition. Her romantic face and frock proudly sits on the ceramic base. Wearing a lacey hat full of perfectly crafted flowers (none are chipped), it floats on top of her powder white ceramic wig and curl rolls. The lace on her hat has broken away pieces, but the lacey effect is still in effect, and somehow adds to the look.
The rose on the front of her bodice does have 2 small petals chipped, but you can tell from the photos that this is not very noticeable.
Aside from some crazing of the glaze she is in still beautiful condition.
She still has her “Original Cordelia Hand Painted” Sticker on the back and no markings on the bottom.
Made by the Cordelia China Company of Dalton, Ohio, Shawnee Pottery 1944-1952. She measures 4 x 7 and weaighs only 11 oz.
A very pretty Lady Head Collectible for your vanity cabinet!
The rose on the front of her bodice does have 2 small petals chipped, but you can tell from the photos that this is not very noticeable.
Aside from some crazing of the glaze she is in still beautiful condition.
She still has her “Original Cordelia Hand Painted” Sticker on the back and no markings on the bottom.
Made by the Cordelia China Company of Dalton, Ohio, Shawnee Pottery 1944-1952. She measures 4 x 7 and weaighs only 11 oz.
A very pretty Lady Head Collectible for your vanity cabinet!
Betsey Clark Kissing Boy and Girl Children Figurines Set open link! 
Adorable! These mischievous little darlings cozy up to each other to show their affection for each other. Their hands behind their backs and all knowing as they approach one another! OR you can turn them the opposite direction and they become 2 stubborn little toddlers, refusing to budge an inch!
They measure 4.5” in height and about 2” in width. There is a minor repair to the little boys shoe but I didn’t even notice it until I started reviewing him closer for sharing here now. The finish/glaze is a very soft realistic matte that lends itself to the sweet baby look.
The bottom reads: Betsey Clark Collection 114/2 for the girl and 115/2 for the boy and also reads: Made in Taiwan 1979 Hallmark Cards by Hallmark.
Adorable and priced right!
Adorable! These mischievous little darlings cozy up to each other to show their affection for each other. Their hands behind their backs and all knowing as they approach one another! OR you can turn them the opposite direction and they become 2 stubborn little toddlers, refusing to budge an inch!
They measure 4.5” in height and about 2” in width. There is a minor repair to the little boys shoe but I didn’t even notice it until I started reviewing him closer for sharing here now. The finish/glaze is a very soft realistic matte that lends itself to the sweet baby look.
The bottom reads: Betsey Clark Collection 114/2 for the girl and 115/2 for the boy and also reads: Made in Taiwan 1979 Hallmark Cards by Hallmark.
Adorable and priced right!
Shige Ko Shigeko Mrs Santa Old Lady Figurine
This adorable lovable little lady, dressed in all red with white fir trim, is in excellent condition. No chips or cracks.
I am a li
ttle frustrated with this piece because it is hand signed by “Shige Ko” and I have searched and searched, and I cannot find any detail on who this Shige Ko is. If anyone has any clues…please let me know. She measures 9 X 6 “ an weighs 1 . 3 oz.
She appears to be handmade and hand painted. She does have a few minor glaze
This adorable lovable little lady, dressed in all red with white fir trim, is in excellent condition. No chips or cracks.
I am a li
ttle frustrated with this piece because it is hand signed by “Shige Ko” and I have searched and searched, and I cannot find any detail on who this Shige Ko is. If anyone has any clues…please let me know. She measures 9 X 6 “ an weighs 1 . 3 oz.She appears to be handmade and hand painted. She does have a few minor glaze
crazings, but onlt on the back of her skirt. Her robust figure is very characteristic to Mrs Santa Claus, I wonder where Santa is? Is he coming to town?…I think so…She could arrive to you just in time for the holidays! Her smiling face would be a joy to set on your Holiday table!
This is the 1956 Christmas episode of the Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet. Ozzie wants Christmas this year to be less complicated. However, his friends soon have Ozzie involved in almost more than ... But all is to be warm and fuzzy as Ozzie soon finds out with surprises form the rest the family...including grandbabies and The Christmas Song by Ricky! You Tube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gqgS0rWdLoQ 6:31 mins...worth it!
Friday, December 11, 2009
More Gene Marshall Gorgeous Outfits, and a Brock Farmhouse Plate!
Gene Doll Outfit “Good Bye New York” 
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Gene is off to Hollywood…and saying “Good Bye New York” in this most beautifully tailored suit, even sophisticated New York has ever seen!
Cut of brown crepe and houndstooth tweed, the jacket has the wide shoulders of classic
40’s fashion, lavishly trimmed with faux fur. The crepe skirt has inverted pleats. Color flourishes at the suit’s neckline, with the bright russet jersey that truly help “make” the outfit. Gene’s “fur” hat (still inside the hat box seen) and muff makes for an unexpected, luxurious gift from the producer (the muff has a secret pocket for her hanky!). Her hat box declares her new “star” name: Gene.
But the most touching goodbye gift of all is the teddy bear, Gene’s childhood companion, brought to the station by her father to remind Gene forever of her family’s love.
The outfit is stunning!
“Good Bye New York” comes with a Certificate of Authenticity #K01185 and a brochure that shares Gene’s dream of going to Hollywood and becoming a star. Also included is a brief biography of Mel Odom the creator of Gene Marshall.
This beautiful outfit comes in a beautiful black cardboard shadow box with the Gene logo on the front and wrapped with an elastic string tied around the cello cover. The box is in pristine condition, even though this outfit has been removed and probably worn by Gene in the past…but all is in perfect condition. The hat box is even still sealed with the fur hat in it.
Gene Marshall Fashion Dolls and her high fashions are brought to you by the Ashton-Drake Galleries, known around the world for presenting superior quality collectible dolls for today’s enthusiasts to treasure.
Gene rivals the finest collectible dolls the world has ever known.
I do also have other NIB Gene doll fashions, gowns and accessories …including NIB her 2 little Scotty dogs, Gene Mannequins and 2 hard bound books of the full story of Gene Marshall. You can write or call me if you want to see the entire collection! I will try to get them all posted very quickly!
open link!Gene is off to Hollywood…and saying “Good Bye New York” in this most beautifully tailored suit, even sophisticated New York has ever seen!
Cut of brown crepe and houndstooth tweed, the jacket has the wide shoulders of classic
40’s fashion, lavishly trimmed with faux fur. The crepe skirt has inverted pleats. Color flourishes at the suit’s neckline, with the bright russet jersey that truly help “make” the outfit. Gene’s “fur” hat (still inside the hat box seen) and muff makes for an unexpected, luxurious gift from the producer (the muff has a secret pocket for her hanky!). Her hat box declares her new “star” name: Gene.
But the most touching goodbye gift of all is the teddy bear, Gene’s childhood companion, brought to the station by her father to remind Gene forever of her family’s love.
The outfit is stunning!
“Good Bye New York” comes with a Certificate of Authenticity #K01185 and a brochure that shares Gene’s dream of going to Hollywood and becoming a star. Also included is a brief biography of Mel Odom the creator of Gene Marshall.
This beautiful outfit comes in a beautiful black cardboard shadow box with the Gene logo on the front and wrapped with an elastic string tied around the cello cover. The box is in pristine condition, even though this outfit has been removed and probably worn by Gene in the past…but all is in perfect condition. The hat box is even still sealed with the fur hat in it.
Gene Marshall Fashion Dolls and her high fashions are brought to you by the Ashton-Drake Galleries, known around the world for presenting superior quality collectible dolls for today’s enthusiasts to treasure.
Gene rivals the finest collectible dolls the world has ever known.
I do also have other NIB Gene doll fashions, gowns and accessories …including NIB her 2 little Scotty dogs, Gene Mannequins and 2 hard bound books of the full story of Gene Marshall. You can write or call me if you want to see the entire collection! I will try to get them all posted very quickly!
Gene Doll Outfit Sea Spree open link!
Sea Spree was one of Gene’s earliest films, the one that clearly established her as “Our All-American Girl.” In the big dance number Gene taps a salute to the brave boys of the U.S. Navy wearing this crisp sailor suit with halter top, wide-legged pants with nautical button detailing, and a loose-fitting jacket. Matching shoes, hose, jewelry and a hair ribbon completes the outfit. Then, Gene’s boyfriend, (back from a secret mission) joins her in mid-tap for the happiest ending in the Pacific!
The outfit is adorable!
Sea Spree comes with a Certificate of Authenticity #F17541 and a brochure that shares Gene’s dream of going to Hollywood and becoming a star. Also included is a brief biography of Mel Odom the creator of Gene Marshall.
This beautiful outfit comes in a beautiful black cardboard shadow box with the Gene logo on the front and wrapped with an elastic string tied around the cello cover. The box is in pristine condition, with a hard-cello cover and silver chord. A perfect gift for a long time, or that blooming new Gene Marshall collector.
Gene Marshall Fashion Dolls and her high fashions are brought to you by the Ashton-Drake Galleries, known around the world for presenting superior quality collectible dolls for today’s enthusiasts to treasure.
Gene rivals the finest collectible dolls the world has ever known.
I do also have other NIB Gene doll fashions, gowns and accessories …including NIB her 2 little Scotty dogs, Gene Mannequins and 2 hard bound books of the full story of Gene Marshall. You can write or call me if you want to see the entire collection! I will try to get them all posted very quickly!
Brock Farmhouse Yellow Country Modern California Pottery Plate open link!
Beautiful and in absolutely mint condition! Not one chip, crack or crazing! This will make a perfect replacement for your collection, or a colorful and vintage looking wall hanging. Even the bottom of the plate is picture perfect. It is an 11” round dinner plate. “Farmhouse”, a discontinued sought after pattern, made by Brock, is another fine example of the California Pottery style. The sunny yellow trim around the happy working farm scene rings out with “Home Sweet Home” and a happy farm-life!
Sea Spree was one of Gene’s earliest films, the one that clearly established her as “Our All-American Girl.” In the big dance number Gene taps a salute to the brave boys of the U.S. Navy wearing this crisp sailor suit with halter top, wide-legged pants with nautical button detailing, and a loose-fitting jacket. Matching shoes, hose, jewelry and a hair ribbon completes the outfit. Then, Gene’s boyfriend, (back from a secret mission) joins her in mid-tap for the happiest ending in the Pacific!
The outfit is adorable!
Sea Spree comes with a Certificate of Authenticity #F17541 and a brochure that shares Gene’s dream of going to Hollywood and becoming a star. Also included is a brief biography of Mel Odom the creator of Gene Marshall.
This beautiful outfit comes in a beautiful black cardboard shadow box with the Gene logo on the front and wrapped with an elastic string tied around the cello cover. The box is in pristine condition, with a hard-cello cover and silver chord. A perfect gift for a long time, or that blooming new Gene Marshall collector.
Gene Marshall Fashion Dolls and her high fashions are brought to you by the Ashton-Drake Galleries, known around the world for presenting superior quality collectible dolls for today’s enthusiasts to treasure.
Gene rivals the finest collectible dolls the world has ever known.
I do also have other NIB Gene doll fashions, gowns and accessories …including NIB her 2 little Scotty dogs, Gene Mannequins and 2 hard bound books of the full story of Gene Marshall. You can write or call me if you want to see the entire collection! I will try to get them all posted very quickly!
Brock Farmhouse Yellow Country Modern California Pottery Plate open link!
Beautiful and in absolutely mint condition! Not one chip, crack or crazing! This will make a perfect replacement for your collection, or a colorful and vintage looking wall hanging. Even the bottom of the plate is picture perfect. It is an 11” round dinner plate. “Farmhouse”, a discontinued sought after pattern, made by Brock, is another fine example of the California Pottery style. The sunny yellow trim around the happy working farm scene rings out with “Home Sweet Home” and a happy farm-life!
Monday, December 7, 2009
The Dinah Shore Show "A Merry American Christmas" 1941
This Old Time Radio Show which apparently was during the Christmas Holiday season 1941, is a treat!
The troops are away at war, but the sweet crooning voice of Dinah is a treat to hear again and may help some of us missing our men and women at war today...Happy Holidays everyone at home and abroad!
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