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In the world of antique bathroomware, the sale of the Thomas Crapper Collection is causing a stir. This private museum, located in Stratford-upon-Avon, is being offered by an unspecified seller, and its authenticity has been confirmed by architectural salvage company Salvo's Truly Reclaimed.
The collection, spanning from the 1830s to the 1960s, consists of approximately 1,200 items, mostly loos from classic manufacturers like Twyfords, Shanks, George Jennings, and Royal Doulton. Highlights of the collection include George V's bath from the Royal Train, a thunderbox, and a potty with Hitler's face in the bottom.
Thomas Crapper & Co, the company behind this extensive collection, was founded in Chelsea, London, in 1861. Known for its quality and service, the company counted many famous and powerful people among its customers, including the Royal Family, from which it held four Royal Warrants.
Simon Kirby, the owner of the collection, is an acknowledged expert in the history of "smallest rooms." Mr. Kirby, who used to own a famous company, is now a consultant to the Royal Household and other antique bathroomware owners. He prefers the collection to remain intact but invites public interest in individual items if it needs to be split up.
Annunciata Elwes, the director of contemporary art gallery TIN MAN ART and the News and Property Editor for the platform, has shown interest in the collection. Before joining the art world, Annunciata worked at The Sunday Times Travel Magazine and co-founded a literary, art, and music festival in Oxfordshire. As an award-winning journalist specializing in art, culture, and property, she brings a unique perspective to the table.
The sale of the Thomas Crapper Collection presents a unique opportunity for antique bathroomware enthusiasts. With old items of this quality and condition seldom found these days, this could be a chance to acquire a large number of rare pieces. Mr. Kirby is seeking offers over £300,000 for the collection.
As the sale progresses, the world of antique bathroomware eagerly awaits the new owner of this historic collection, which revolutionized the industry by being the first to have a 'bathroom showroom.'
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