Glasgow’s newest vintage store opens its doors today with some prized mid-20th century gems synonymous with the city.
With the fascination and interest in retro pieces never seeming to wane and a surge in upcycling pre-loved pieces in lockdown, the new vintage addition could do well.
An unusual pair of Morris of Glasgow chairs, with arms, in laminated wood and original boucle fabric will be on display made by Morris Chair Co Ltd, Carmyle.
Other rare items include a large Delphis vase, decorated by Anita Lawrence who worked for Poole Pottery from 1972-74. It is a distinct fiery, fluid abstract decoration in red, orange, umber, turquoise with black outlines on a red ground.
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Described as an eclectic, independent homeware shop, trove stocks a vibrant mix of charming treasures including original mid-century furniture, lighting and homewares, alongside vintage-inspired work from exciting contemporary Scottish makers. Located on Dumbarton Road, Trove is a
joint venture from Steve Brown and Ben Spencer of Mid-Century Finds and Jill Rodger of Foundry Retro, the store reflects the trio’s enthusiasm for design from the 50s to mid-70s and will feature a selection of stock spanning the post-war period, mainly by British manufacturers.
Morris of Glasgow chairs, with arms, in laminated wood and original boucle fabric - made by Morris Chair Co Ltd, Carmyle.
The team behind trove has an enthusiastic following from trading online, at vintage fairs across Scotland and at Park Lane Market on the south side of the city, and is looking forward to welcoming old and new customers to the shop in the west end who share their appreciation for stylish and elegant design.
trove has a mix of pieces spanning the post Second World War period. Photo by Elaine Livingstone.
Among the many stunning vintage mid-century pieces, trove is also delighted to be the first stockist of Dapper Alice cushions and pouches, made in Glasgow from recycled vintage fabrics and the only Glasgow stockist of Eve Campbell’s eye-catching wall hangings inspired by the natural woodland on Scotland’s west coast.
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Steve Brown, of Mid-Century Finds, said: “We’re so excited to share our love and passion for mid-century design with customers visiting trove. We love sharing the stories behind each piece and it is so satisfying to know that someone leaving the store is going to cherish their chosen item. There’s such a wide-range of unique and stunning items to choose from and we hope the stock grabs people’s attention in the same way it has for us.”
trove has a mix of pieces spanning the post Second World War period. Photo by Elaine Livingstone.
Jill Rodger, of Foundry Retro, has sold vintage homewares at fairs and markets for many years and is excited about the collaboration.
She said: “I’m delighted to join Mid-Century Finds to bring this special collaborative space to life and share our love for design and interiors with people from near and far. As restrictions continue to ease, it’s an exciting time to be trading in Partick. It’s a joy to join the wealth of independent stores in Glasgow and see the west end thrive once again.”
Follow the shop on Instagram to see a daily selection of their finest products @troveglasgow.
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