Greenwich Shepherd Gate 45cm Wall Clock, 24-Hour Analogue Dial – Royal Museums Greenwich
£150.00
Product description from their website:
Own a Shepherd Gate 45cm clock, exclusively available from the home of Greenwich Mean Time. A stylish 24-hour analogue clock that will make a statement on any wall, with its bold monochrome face, and matte black metal casing.
What makes this clock unique?
Our Shepherd Gate 45cm clock is the only one you will find the same as the clock that sits at the gate of Royal Observatory Greenwich, the first clock ever to show Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) directly to the public.
In terms of the distribution of accurate time into everyday life, it is one of the most important clocks ever made.
The original Shepherd Gate clock displayed the time of the ‘motor’ clock inside the Observatory, which was a true technological breakthrough: between 1852 and 1893, Greenwich time was sent via telegraph wires to British cities and beyond, supplying hundreds of local time signals.
How do you read a 24-hour analogue clock?
A 24-hour analogue clock, made to our high standard of finish, and with its large 45cm size, is a unique conversation piece for any wall in your home or office.
The minute and second hands are conventional, but the hour hand goes round the dial once in 24 hours. Thus, at midday the minute hand points to the top, at ‘0’, but the hour hand points to the bottom, at ‘XII’.
Where can I see the original clock?
Designed by Charles Shepherd of Leadenhall Street, the ‘motor’ and ‘sympathetic’ Shepherd Gate clocks were installed at the Royal Observatory in 1852.
Our smaller-scale replica, faithful to the original, has black lettering that reads:
“Shepherd Patentee, 53 Leadenhall STT London, Galvano-Magnetic Clock”.
To see the Shepherd Gate clock in action, you’ll find it outside the Royal Observatory in Greenwich Park, London.
Product specifications
- 45cm diameter
- 8cm wide casing, in matt black finish
- Glass window
- 2 movements. One is for the main clock movement, and the other counts the seconds
- White face with black Roman numerals for hours, and Arabic numerals for minutes
- Smaller dial counts the seconds with black hand, and Arabic numerals
- Elegantly shaped black hour and minute hands
- Supplied with 2 AA batteries (we are sorry we can’t send these to our overseas customers due to postal restrictions)
- 3.6kg boxed weight
- Affix to wall by hanging the casing on a sturdy wall screw and plug
- Guaranteed for 1 year for mechanical defects in manufacture
- Indoor use
- Made by Lascelles
Hand-made soap: Eryri / Snowdonia – Penmaenmawr Historical Society & Museum
£5.50
Product description from their website:
A stylised representation of the hills and mountains of Snowdonia, under blue skies and whispy white clouds. It’s fragranced with the Soap Mine’s own blend of pure essential oils, including peppermint, lime, patchouli and a touch of eucalyptus, giving a fresh, outdoorsy scent to the bar.
These beautiful scented soap bars are made by an artisan soap-maker in Beddgelert. The soap bars are vegan-friendly, palm-free, and have not been tested on animals. They are made using the traditional cold-process method with plant-based oils and butters. Hand-made soap is better for your skin, better for the environment, and long-lasting.
AVI-8 IWM Spitfire Lock Chronograph Watch (Battle Of Britain) – Imperial War Museum
£ 250.00
Product description from their website:
The Spitfire Lock Chronograph Imperial War Museum edition is powered by a Japanese TMI VK series hybrid, meca-quartz chronograph movement featuring the ultimate precision of a quartz movement coupled with the charm and character of a mechanical automatic one.
Designed by IWM
The iconic Supermarine Spitfire was critical in defeating Luftwaffe air attacks during the Battle of Britain in 1940.
The first squadron to use Spitfires was 19 Squadron, based at RAF Duxford on 4 August 1938. The Spitfire was built in many variants and was produced in greater numbers than any other British aircraft and was the only British fighter to be in continuous production throughout the war.
Features glow-in-the-dark indices and is water resistant up to 50 metres.
Made from a stainless steel case with a genuine leather strap and anti-reflection coated mineral lens.
Helvetica and the New York City Subway System: The True (Maybe) Story – New York Transit Museum
US $49.95
Product description from their website:
by Paul Shaw
For years, the signs in the New York City subway system were a bewildering hodge-podge of lettering styles, sizes, shapes, materials, colors, and messages. This book tells the story of how typographic order triumphed over chaos. Shaw describes the slow typographic changeover (supplementing his text with more than 250 images--photographs, sketches, type samples, and documents). He places this signage evolution in the context of the history of the New York City subway system, of 1960s transportation signage, of Unimark International, and of Helvetica itself.
Hardcover; 144 pages
David Bowie Is exhibition book deluxe hardback – V&A
£40
Product description from their website:
David Bowie's career as a pioneering artist spanned nearly 50 years and brought him international acclaim. He continues to be cited as a major influence on contemporary artists and designers working across the creative arts.
This is the only book to be granted access to Bowie's personal archive of performance costume, ephemera and original design artwork by the artist, and brings it together to present a completely new perspective on his creative work and collaborations.
The book traces his career from its beginnings in London, through the breakthroughs of Space Oddity and Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars, and on to his impact on the larger international tradition of twentieth-century avant-garde art.
Essays by V&A curators on Bowie's London, image, and influence on the fashion world, are complemented by Howard Goodall on musicology; Camille Paglia on gender and decadence and Jon Savage on Bowie's relationship with William Burroughs and his fans. Also included is a discussion between Christopher Frayling, Philip Hoare and Mark Kermode, held at the V&A, of Bowie's cultural impact.
"a celebration of the musician’s iconic individuality…jam packed…” – (Anamaria Glavan, Rolling Stone, June 8th 2023)
Remedy Worrywart – The Old Operating Theatre Museum & Herb Garret
£25.00
Product description from their website:
Beautiful two tone design exclusive to The Old Operating Theatre Museum in London.
Crafted by Glasgow-based artist Zoe Scott, these Worrywarts draw inspiration from Guatemalan worry dolls, each possessing a distinctive strength.
Cast in solid concrete and hand-polished eco wax, the worrywarts are ultra tactile and fit perfectly into the palm of your hand like a special pebble from the beach. They are designed to be held, displayed and snuggled into pockets.
Size; 6cm
Lewis Chess Piece Queen Beeswax Candle – National Museums Scotland
£10.99
Product description from their website:
Light up your life with this decorative candle, made in the image of the Queen chess piece from our Lewis Chessmen collection.
This intricately detailed candle, made from 100% pure Beeswax, is hand poured on the Isle of Lewis, exclusively for National Museums Scotland
9cm x 4cm
Poo Bingo – We The Curious Science Centre
£18.99
Product description from their website:
The first person to fill their game card with animals and their matching poos wins!
Includes:
- Fully illustrated board
- Chips
- Small container to store them in
- 8 double-sided game cards
- Counters
- Informative booklet with lots of fun and smelly facts
Greater Manchester Transport 'M'blem scatter cushion – Museum of Transport, Greater Manchester
£25.00
Product description from their website:
A custom made scatter cushion, with a Greater Manchester Transport GMPTE style 'M'blem logo in continuous form. The design is in orange with a brown background. The reverse is plain black. The fastening is a zip along one edge. Approx 14" x 14" and includes a cushion (ie not just the case).
Eat the rich sweatshirt – The Cartoon Museum
£40.00
Product description from their website:
One colour screenprint on lightweight 100% soft cotton.
Spelling Mistakes Cost Lives tags.
Printed in the UK on Continental's Earth Positive t-shirts.
Fair Wear certified.
C02 neutral.
100% combed organic cotton.
Dress up viking warrior – National Museum of Iceland (Þjóðminjasafn Íslands)
2.450 ISK
Product description from their website:
Magnetic set - Viking to fully dress up: Fun magnets with Viking, Viking clothes and weapons.
With this set you can play by dressing up the Viking as you want to see him.
Some would call this a paper doll, but it's better the Viking doesn't hear that.
Leonardo da Vinci Mini Crossbow Kit – British Museum
£16.99
Product description from their website:
A mini wooden puzzle kit based on Leonardo da Vinci’s crossbow design.
The fun build-your-own scale model re-creates da Vinci’s 15th century epic weapon, the giant crossbow. This educational toy, based on the artist’s drawn invention, launches mini balls up to three meters and with a bit of practice you will aim with an accurate precision! The kit contains everything that is needed to build the mini crossbow, including pre-cut MDF wood pieces, glue and detailed instructions.
This working puzzle kit is suitable for children aged 8 and over.
The unique talent of Leonardo da Vinci (1452–1519) sets him apart from other artists. He had a huge range of interests: architecture, science and mathematics as well as painting and sculpture. He grew up in a world of warring city-states and knew his employers were in need of weapons to defend cities and attack other neighbouring areas. His military engineering skills are evident from his many drawings of a wide range of catapults, trebuchets, cannons, and a tank. Although historically designs of crossbows already existed, his invention was impressive, 24 meters wide by 23 meters long so that a person could stand on top of it and launch large rock balls, capable of crashing through walls.
Flotsam Flo Large Backpack – The Postal Museum
£75.00
Product description from their website:
Lovingly handmade in Cornwall, this one-of-a-kind Large Backpack is made using repurposed Royal Mail fabric trolley sleeves* by small supplier, Flotsam Flo. This range is sold exclusively through The Postal Museum.
Flotsam Flo transforms waste materials that cannot easily be recycled into unique handmade accessories. These include materials such as life jackets, banners, thinner wetsuits, hot tub lids and inflatables. Without repurposing, these materials would often end up in incineration or, in some areas, landfill.
These bags make excellent gifts for the Eco conscious to postal lovers.
Hornsea Cat Pin – Museum of the Home
£8.50
Product description from their website:
Add some feline flair to your outfit with our Hornsea Cat Pin! Made from black nickel plated brass and coloured enamel, this vintage 70s design is sure to catch eyes. Comes with an orange Hornsea design backing card for easy gifting. Approx. 34mm high.
Polaroid SX-70 Model One 600 Modification Instant Camera – The Photographers’ Gallery
£425.00
Product description from their website:
The SX-70 is the archetypal Polaroid camera and was the first to use integral film which needed no input from the user, just press the shutter, eject the film and watch it develop. This design classic is a folding single lens reflex (SLR) camera that fits almost anywhere. It was revolutionary in its time and still impresses today.
This is a vintage restored Model One first released in 1972 in the classic chrome with original tan leather finish or black.
Modified to use Polaroid 600 film.
This modification upgrade allows your SX-70 to shoot Polaroid 600 film instead of SX-70 film. There are two reasons why many people enjoy this upgrade: (1) 600 film (600 ISO) is significantly "faster" than SX-70 film (160 ISO) and allows more versatile performance in lower-light settings, (2) 600 film is much easier to find and is carried by most camera shops and department stores while SX-70 film can usually only be sourced from specialty shops. Please note that this modification requires the soldering of a new capacitor to your camera's motherboard and is a permanent modification: this SX-70 camera is only be capable of shooting 600 films.
SX-70's have been completely restored by Brooklyn Film Camera, are fitted with fresh new leather coverings, and come with a 1-year warranty.
Trench Orders Replica – National Army Museum
£2.30
Product description from their website:
This 12 page replica booklet details the rules that soldiers had to follow when living in the trenches. It offers a poignant connection with what officers and their men in the front line had to deal with - with details that allow you to fully imagine what their daily lives were like. Trench warfare on the western front is possibly one of the most famous associations we have with the First World War.
This is the perfect product for those interested in learning about the personal experiences of soldiers in World War One, and a great resource for children when studying Trench Warfare in school.
Anthony Burrill Signed I Like It, What Is It? Print – Design Museum
£70.00
Product description from their website:
Produced exclusively for the Design Museum and signed by the artist.
Cusriosity, humour, directness and people are at the heart of Anthony Burrill’s practice and his distinctive brand of upbeat messaging: its core DNA is one created through a longstanding passion for creativity, the power of simplicity and an innate curiosity about the world and people in it.
Whether working on an art school pavilion, an acid house record, a book or a poster design, Burrill’s work is instantly recognisable. While his pieces all bear the marks of his letterpress process and all its joyful idiosyncrasies.
Van Gogh Stoneware Vase – National Gallery
£75.00
Product description from their website:
Inspired by the vase in Van Gogh’s Sunflowers.
Made from slip-cast stoneware using a specially formulated textured glaze on the bottom half, and a honey colour glaze dip on the top and inside. Each piece is hand embellished with a fine line and a reproduction of Van Gogh’s signature, as seen in the painting, Sunflowers.
The National Gallery has partnered with Be Home to produce this vase. Be Home specialise in working with skilled makers around the world to produce high quality, handcrafted homeware. Their work supports the handicraft industry with a focus on building relationships with local artisans. This vase has been created for the National Gallery in Khurja, in Uttar Pradesh, an area known as the Ceramic City with a rich history of pottery making .
London Underground 1962 Tube Stock 4-Car Model Motorised Train – London Transport Museum
£399.95
Product description from their website:
The London Underground 1962 Tube Stock 4-Car Motorised train set is the latest release from Bachmann.
The new set comprises of:
- Car A: Driving Motor Car No 1648
- Car B: Trailer Car No 2648
- Car C: Non-Driving Motor Car No 9649
- Car D: Driving Motor Car No 1649
The 4-Car set is modelled on the 1962 Tube Stock which was built in the early 1960s for operation on London Underground deep level lines. ’1962 tube stock’ operated on the Central line until the mid-1990s and on the Northern Line until the type’s withdrawal in the late 1990s.
Eye and Lips gold hoop earrings – Tate
£19.00
Product description from their website:
With one earring strung with a pair of enamel lips, and one with a blue-lidded eye, these Eye and Lips gold hoop fashion earrings are an eye-catching addition to your jewellery box.
With a surreal feel to them, you can match your outfit the bright red of the lips, the blue of the eye or add to a neutral look for a pop or art-inspired colour.
The gold hoops themselves are made from 22 carat gold-gilt cloisonné. Tarnish resistant, the hoops have a hypoallergenic coating that means even those with sensitive ears should be able to wear them in comfort, and they’re nickel, lead and cadmium free too.
An excellent little treat for yourself or a cute, arty gift for a friend or relative, the earrings are packaged in a glass vial that’s stoppered with a cork, making them present-ready.
The earrings are from Yellow Owl Workshop, an accessory maker based in San Francisco, USA. Founded by Christine Schmidt in 2007, they pride themselves on their attention to detail, ecological awareness, and high quality materials used in their jewellery, as well as creating a fair and equitable environment for their employees, paying a living wage and providing a safe and inclusive workplace for all.