Freesia – 2018 Collectors Club Box
2018 Collectors Club Box R.R.P £315 by Elizabeth Todd
Fully Freehand painted inside and out
Delivery 4- 6 weeks from receipt of order
Named after the German physician Friedrich Heinrich Theodor Freese, freesia – with their bell-shaped blooms and sweet, citrus scent – are among the most popular fragrant flowers. And, while in most cases the white variation of a flower is the most fragrant, in the case of freesia, the pink and red varieties are actually more highly scented. With their wiry stems and delicate blooms, it’s not surprising that one of the most popular freesia varieties is named Ballerina.

The 7th wedding anniversary flower, in the language of flowers, freesia are said to symbolize innocence and friendship.

NEW Nursery Rhyme Vase
Nursery rhyme, verse customarily told or sung to small children. The oral tradition of nursery rhymes is ancient, but new verses have steadily entered the stream. A French poem numbering the days of the month, similar to “Thirty days hath September,” was recorded in the 13th century; but such latecomers as “Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star” (by Ann and Jane Taylor; pub. 1806) and “Mary Had a Little Lamb” (by Sarah Josepha Hale; pub. 1830) seem to be just as firmly established in the repertoire.
Some of the oldest rhymes are probably those accompanying babies’ games, such as “Handy, dandy, prickly, pandy, which hand will you have? and for the riddle-rhyme “Humpty-Dumpty” suggests the possibility that these rhymes come down from very ancient sources, since direct translation is unlikely.
Elizabeth Todd translation of these nursery rhymes from paper to paintbrush on the holt vase shape is testament to her incredible skill as she seamlessly intertwines each different rhyme around this one off vase measuring 90mm High. This is destined to be launched in our next 1/1 brochure but I couldn’t wait to show you this whimsical piece of art. R.R.P £545 Featuring Humpty Dumpty, the Owl and the Pussy Cat, Little Miss Muffet and Hey Diddle Diddle the cat & the Fiddle

Elliot Hall 1/1 enamels are exclusive and incredibly desirable, they showcase a range of themes with both innovative and traditional subjects highlighting the versatility of the artistic team and ensuring there is a fabulous choice for connoisseurs of this genre. Enamels are signed by the
artist and the signature finish with the last two digits of the year of painting. Pieces also carry the Elliot Hall backstamp as well as the 1/1 label of authenticity, which owners are advised to retain in place to maintain the all-essential provenance for their enamel.

To mark this years Anzac anniversary Peter Graves has produced this magnificent one off box honouring those soldiers that fought so bravely.
1/1 edition R.R.P £425 – $799
This year marks the 102nd anniversary of the Anzac’s landing on Gallipoli shores to fight the Turkish in the First World War. Every year on the 25th of April, Australians and New Zealanders celebrate Anzac Day and gather to remember and honour the fallen and pay their respects. Visiting Gallipoli on Anzac Day is very much a one of kind experience as you get to attend the dawn service, memorial sites and experience the stunning atmosphere that takes you back in time to an era that has shaped Australia’s and New
Zealand’s history.
The 25th April was the day when the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps landed on the Gallipoli Peninsula in 1915
In 1916, the 25th April was officially named Anzac Day
There is no town called “Gallipoli” however, it is the name of the area. Visitors to Gallipoli usually stay at nearby towns
The site where the Anzac’s landed at Gallipoli was renamed Anzac Cove
The Anzac’s were all volunteers
The first dawn service for Anzac Day was in 1923
One of the main causes for the failure at Gallipoli was because the boats that took the soldiers landed at the incorrect area. Instead landing at a beach, they we met with sharp cliffs and continuous bombardments of gunning and shelling from the Turkish soldiers
Anzac Day was not a public holiday in New Zealand until 1921
The Gallipoli Peninsula is close to the ancient city of Troy.
More than 11,000 Anzac’s died at Gallipoli and a further 23,500 were wounded
The original Anzac biscuit was known as an Anzac wafer and was part of the rations given to the Anzac soldiers during World War I
The men who served on the Gallipoli Peninsula created a legend, adding the word ‘Anzac’ to the Aussie and Kiwi vocabulary and producing the idea of the Anzac spirit
The most significant time to remember the Anzac’s is at dawn as this is when the original Gallipoli landing happened
The last surviving Anzac was Alec Campbell who died on May 16, 2002
The poppy is worn on Anzac Day as a reminder of the soldiers lost in battle

Easter Egg
This year’s Easter Egg is delicately painted with Tulips with a striking black background by Elizabeth Todd. The tiny egg shape has always been used for this collection, which launched in 2007 with a beautiful crocus design by Fiona Bakewell. The shape has been the perfect canvas for our skilled artists to paint their unique designs showing flowers in natural settings creating a delightful miniature bouquet that not only never fades but is an Easter Egg that won’t affect your waistline! Only the very best artists are able to paint on a curved surface as the proportions of the design have to be maintained as the scene moves around the shape. And, like all Elliot Hall Enamels, the Eggs are completely freehand painted – meaning no prints or guidelines are ever used.

Elizabeth uses the tiniest of her brushes and the most miniscule of delicate strokes to complete each painting and she signs each one. In addition, the eggs unscrew providing the perfect place to store a tiny memento!

2007 Crocus Fiona Bakewell
2008 Daffodil Helen Halloran
2009 Primrose Cath Higham
2010 Snowdrops Sandra Selby
2011 Pansy Sandra Selby
2012 Sweet Violets Fiona Bakewell
2013 Cyclamen Fiona Bakewell
2014 Bluebells Sandra Selby
2015 Chickens Sandra Selby
2016 Fuchsias Sandra Selby
2017 Violets Elizabeth Todd
2018 Tulips Elizabeth Todd

Tulips Easter Egg
Limited Edition 100.
Elizabeth Todd 40mm High R.R.P £180