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My collecting started in the mid 1960s when I would buy the odd interesting item; sometimes because it was unusual; sometimes sentimental; and sometimes to wear. Over the years it has not become less a random choice and is now somewhat considered. I mainly collect items that relate to my Victorian house and collecting to create the Victorian interior, although not exclusively Victorian.

I have collections of glass, ceramics, porcelain, shell, timber, fabric, jewellery, paintings, linen etc etc all of which I hope to manage to photograph and put on My Bower.

I have more collections than I can keep comfortably in my home so am open to any offers as a means of making room for more collecting. So all are for sale.

I also have not done a great deal of research so am interested in more knowledge about my items if you are willing to share any.