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eBay watch: Reissued Vitra Ball Clock by George Nelson

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Nelson

We featured one of these way back in 2007, but it was a new one, selling for more than the amount being asked right now on eBay for this Vitra Ball Clock by George Nelson.

It's a reissue of a George Nelson classic, originally dating back to 1948 and reissued for the modern era by Vitra. It's a mix of maple and brushed metal, with a high-grade quartz clock, all powered by a single battery and sized around 33cm (diameter).

Some interest already, but with just over three days to go, the price stands at just £1.30. One to keep an eye on for sure.

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eBay watch: One-off Mini Roadster

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Mini

Yes, we know (in the UK at least) that we have plunging temperatures and the threat of severe snow for the next week. But we still couldn't resist featuring this summer-friendly Mini Roadster.

It's said to be a one-off, starting life as a Mini Saloon before being converted to a Roadster, initially to promote the seller's business. Lots of money spent on it (see the listing for the exhaustive list), with that respray in metallic green completed just eight weeks ago.

The problem obviously is being able to find garage space for it when the weather's not great. If you've got that, it's on a Buy It Now for £1,799 or 'best offer'. I suspect it would command a much higher price if the sun was shining.

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eBay watch: 1960s Pierre Paulin Mushroom Chair

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Mushroom

Apologies for the picture quality above, but that's actually part of the story with this Pierre Paulin Mushroom Chair.

Artifort reissued this 1960 classic a few years back, but even with the reissue, you'll be looking at well in excess of £1,500 for a licensed version. The one above is such a chair, bought three years ago in a 'dark pink wool tonus bute fabric' for £1,800 and in 'immaculate condition'.

So why no bids with two days to go? We suspect because the images are so poor on the listing. £99 is the starting price, although there's a reserve, so we've no idea if you'll bag a real bargain or not. You can always try.

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eBay watch: 1970s Welltron Model 2002 space age ball radio

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Welltron

Yesterday, I was discussing with regular RTG correspondent Andrew the difficulty these days of finding good space age design at a decent (aka cheap) price. A point summed up well by this Welltron Model 2002 space age ball radio.

It's a stunning piece of space age design, playing AM/FM radio in stereo sound from that ball-shaped unit, throwing in some eye-catching sliders and chrome-clad controls. it even has the original magnetic stand included.

Condition is described as 'unrestored' and 'very good above', with only marginal wear from age and of course, it works. It's the kind of thing that would have turned up in junk shops some years back and would have cost a few quid even then. But certainly nothing like the £399 being asked here. Although you can make an offer. See the listing for lots more photos.

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eBay watch: Artemide Pileino space age table lamps by Gae Aulenti

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Gae

Great spot by Andrew (many thanks) on eBay, not least because a pair recently sold for over £1,000 on eBay. I'm talking about these Artemide Pileino table lamps by Gae Aulenti.

The difference? Well, the oriignal pair, which sold for £1,105, was boxed and as 'new', rare for an item long out of circulation. But even allowing for that, this used pair is still a potential bargain. Designed by Gae Aulenti in 1972, the lamp is a space age classic, probably best known for its appearance in the Space 1999 series and still screaming the era. Not, as you might expect, plastic either – that adjustable casing is actually lacquered metal.

Sadly that casing isn't in perfect condition here. While both work, there is obvious wear to the lamps, which is well photographed on the site. So not perfect, but for such rare designs, still worth considering if the price is right – especially for two of them. Right now they're at £5.11.

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eBay watch: Sciolari 1960s hanging lamp

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Guz

If I had a house that would carry this light fitting off, I would certainly consider bidding on it. Sadly, the 60s-style palace eludes me right now, so I'm going to pass on this stunning Sciolari 1960s hanging lamp.

But if you have the high ceilings required to carry it off, it's well worth a look. A space age chandelier if you like, the chrome frame is suspended by a metallic chain, itself supporting the glass balls that throw out the lights. The entire fitting (presumably excluding the chain) is around 32cm in height.

Certainly distinctive and right now, just one pence, albeit with some time still to go.

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