Modern Classics
Antique series. The 20th century provides the theme as Paul Martin visits the Design Museum, while Anita Manning explores the legacy of Charles Rennie Mackintosh.
The 20th century provides the theme for this episode of Trade Secrets, with the team offering advice on buying and selling iconic designs of the last hundred years.
Presenter Paul Martin visits the Design Museum on London's Southbank; while Flog It! favourite Anita Manning explores the legacy of fellow Glaswegian, Charles Rennie Mackintosh.
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1950s christening mug
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Buying on a budget
Duration: 02:43
Trade secrets tip of the day
The 1950s is a potentially overlooked period when it comes to modern collectables. It’s true that some furniture designers from that time are considered design classics but Eames, Robin Day and Arne Jacobsen are beyond most budgets.
Keep your eyes open for smaller items: pottery from the 1950s is still relatively inexpensive. And don’t forget the 1970s: distinctive but currently unfashionable pieces will have their day!
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Paul Martin |
| Director | Clare Brook |
| Series Producer | Chloe Rawlings |
| Expert | James Lewis |
| Expert | Anita Manning |
| Expert | Charles Ross |
| Expert | Philip Serrell |
| Expert | Mark Stacey |
| Expert | Christina Trevanion |
| Expert | David Fletcher |
| Expert | Nick Hall |
| Expert | Adam Partridge |
| Expert | Catherine Southon |
