11 Exquisite Vintage Accessories That Will Make You Travel Back In Time In Style
Relive the glorious era of exquisite craftsmanship, superior design, and exclusivity with these luxurious vintage items. Treasured
possessions, indeed!
By RHEA MULANI
1930S ART NOUVEAU STYLE BRASS CRYSTAL CHANDELIER
This flamboyant crystal chandelier embodies the quintessential Art Nouveau aesthetic, with a dash of Baroque flair. The professionally restored and rewired fixture, with 15 light bulb sockets, is sure to bring your home into the limelight!
₹13,98,431; chairish.com
LOUIS VUITTON SPEEDY BANDOULIÈRE 25
This legendary handbag debuted in the 1930s but, clearly, she’s here to stay! Originally designed for globetrotters, it metamorphosed into an everyday essential. The detachable leather strap and inscribed padlock add to its functional indulgence. A timeless classic
for a reason!
₹1,52,000; louisvuitton.com
19TH-CENTURY AUSTRIAN PROMBERGER & SON HAND-PAINTED GRAND PIANO
There’s nothing quite like the reverberating sound of a grand piano! Channel your inner Mozart with this stunning Austrian antique and objet d’art. The classic Francois Boucher-style painting and stencilled soundboard are sure to strike a chord with you!
₹81,03,154; 1stdibs.com
ANTIQUE VICTORIAN STERLING SILVER INKSTAND
Pen down your thoughts with panache using this unique find that’s the perfect addition to your desk. Made in 1876, it features a majestic Egyptian sphinx perched atop an oblong vessel with two silver niches for ink. Undoubtedly, the write choice!
₹2,84,543; 1stdibs.com
FOWLER CHESS AND DRAUGHTS GAME SET
An artisanal game set that’s a play between classic textures and modern metallic finishes. Say checkmate in style with the customised nickel- and gold-plated pieces and durable poly suede interior. You’re sure to stay ahead of the game with this elegant creation.
₹2,62,630; ralphlauren.global
RAJA RAVI VARMA’S MOHINI – III
An early 20th-century autographed oleograph by the father of modern Indian art depicting the enchantress Mohini—the only female avatar of Lord Vishnu. The maestro’s characteristic style of blending Western techniques with Indian sensibilities is evidenced in this picture that speaks a thousand words.
₹72,800; artisera.com
18TH CENTURY VENETIAN MIRROR
View the best version of yourself in this hand-carved treasure that reflects the bona fide Venetian aesthetic with glorious aplomb. A 22-karat gilded frame and original mercury glass make this mirror, mirror on the wall, the rarest one of them all!
₹30,28,918; 1stdibs.com
TOOT-A-LOOP RADIO
“It’s an S. It’s an O. It’s a crazy radio!” Tune into the 1970s with this funky National Panasonic radio. Shaped like a doughnut, it can be twisted to open into a S form, revealing the tuning dial. Whether you wear it as a bracelet or swing it like purse, you’re sure to go back in time with this kitschy, cherry-red gadget!
₹24,780; artisera.com
TIFFANY & CO. HEART TAG BEAD BRACELET
The iconic brand reinvents its trademark 1969 engraved heart tag with this beaded bracelet that flaunts the delicate charm in glossy rose gold. Pair it with a chic dress to add an element of sparkle to
your soirées.
₹60,500; tiffany.co.in
CHANEL N°5 EAU DE PARFUM SPRAY
Wear it, flaunt it, and embody the very essence of a fragrance that has personified feminine beauty and grace for decades. This sensuous symphony of May rose, subtle citrus, and refreshing jasmine leaves an encapsulating trail on formal and fun occasions.
₹13,125; chanel.com/in
THE INDIAN CHARIVARI ALBUM; 1875, FIRST ED
Revisit 19th-century India with this rare publication, comprising hand-coloured caricatures of prominent figures, accompanied by socio-political anecdotes. From maharajas to military men, this parodic book playfully recounts the zeitgeist of pre-independent India. A first-edition treasure that’s second to none!
₹1,30,000; artisera.com
