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eBay watch: Original 1972 Munich Olympics poster by Allen Jones

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These things are getting more collectable by the year, original 1972 Munich Olympics posters we mean, not least this one by British pop artist Allen Jones.

28 posters were produced for the Munich Art Series by a variety of noted artists at the time, but the Allen Jones poster was the only one that featured the Olympic rings.

It's from as run of 2000, signed 'in the plate' and printed on good quality paper. As a future collectable, it's worth a look, as well as being an eye-catching piece of wall art in its own right. £5.19 is the current bid price.

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Reclaimed Tap Light at Graham and Green

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We're all for recycling – especially when the end result is something as eye-catching as this Reclaimed Tap Light, which is available now at Graham and Green.

According to the retailer, it's made from reclaimed piping, adding an authentic vintage touch to your home. Not only that – stick in the bulb band it's a perfectly functional piece of desk or table lighting.

Much more of a talking point than your average Ikea or Anglepoise, it's available online for £115.

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Categories / Homeware, Travel

1970s Moquette pattern apron

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We've featured the distinctive patterns of the London Transport Museum's Moquette furniture range before. If you can't get enough of these designs they're also available on a range of homewares, including this Moquette pattern apron.

The pattern dates from the 1970s and, if you haven't recognised it yet, is better known for adorning tube and bus seats around the capital. As well as the apron, it's also available on oven gloves, tea towels and ironing covers. Definitely a distinctive pattern but whether being constantly reminded of your commute is a good thing, I'm not so sure. 

The Apron costs £10.99 with the prices for the rest of the products starting at £7 for the tea towel. 

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eBay watch: 1960s Joe Colombo Elda armchair

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You can buy them in the UK, although they're both expensive and incredibly hard to find. So this used version of the iconic Joe Colombo Elda armchair could be worth considering, if you want one in your home.

Amazingly, it sates back to 1963, although it's generally considering a seat of the 70s – perhaps because of its widespread use in sci-fi movies and TV shows of that era.

For your money you get a reinforced ABS plastic swivel seat, with a plush interior of contrasting leather, in this case brown. The current owner has had it for a few years, but describes it as being in 'good condition' with 'a few marks' from age on the shell and obviously, some wear on the leather. £2,300 is the price.

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eBay watch: 1950s midcentury magazine rack and side table

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Two items for one in this 1950s magazine rack and side table.

It doesn't have an accredited designer, but it looks very much like a quality piece in a midcentury style, with angled, metal-tipped legs, 'teardrop' panels, a black glass shelf and angled wooden shelves for your magazines.

The table is described as being in 'excellent original condition', with just a 5cm scratch on the glass, which is 'not too visible' as it is black on black. The bidding right now is at £9.

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1920s and 1930s Magazine Cover Blinds

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I’m wary of the concept of printed roller blinds, especially if printed with your own holiday snaps, but Creatively Different Blinds has some that could convince me otherwise, in particular these Magazine Cover Blinds.

The images are from an archive at the Mary Evans Picture Library and consist of magazine covers mainly from the 1920s and 1930s, so feature illustrations in the style of that period. The blinds are made to fit your window size, so prices vary depending on your measurements, but expect to pay from £105.

Visit Creatively Different Blinds to view the different options.