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Mother’s Day gift ideas for mums who love antiques
Mother’s Day is an opportunity to give something thoughtful, lasting and personal. While flowers and chocolates are always appreciated, many mums treasure gifts with meaning and history.
For mums who love antiques and collectable pieces, the right gift can become part of the home and a lasting reminder of a special day. Below, we share a handpicked selection of art and decorative antiques, perfect for Mother’s Day, each offering genuine collectable appeal.
Moorcroft Pottery ‘Violet’ Sally Tuffin Tete A Tete Floral Tea Set
Few names in British art pottery are as admired as Moorcroft Pottery. This boxed ‘Violet’ Sally Tuffin Tete A Tete Tea Set, priced at £500, features the rich glazes and tube lined floral decoration that have defined Moorcroft for over a century. Designed for intimate afternoon tea, a tete a tete set is both decorative and practical, making it ideal for display and use on special occasions.
Sally Tuffin’s designs from the 1980s have developed a strong following among collectors. Her elegant floral patterns sit comfortably in both traditional and modern interiors.
Lladró ‘A Wish Come True’ Figure Model 7676
The Lladró ‘A Wish Come True’ Figure Model 7676, £70, captures a young girl holding flowers in a gentle garden scene. The piece features delicate modelling and soft pastel tones for which the Spanish porcelain house is known. Founded in Valencia in the 1950s, Lladró has built an international reputation for finely crafted figurines that mark life’s milestones.
This particular piece carries a sentiment that feels especially appropriate for Mother’s Day. It is a heartfelt addition for a mum who appreciates decorative porcelain with emotional resonance.
Limoges Retro Rainbow Leaves Trunk Enamel Trinket Pill Jewellery Box
This Limoges Retro Rainbow Leaves Trunk Enamel Trinket Pill Jewellery Box, £40, is a small but striking decorative piece. Hand painted enamel boxes from Limoges have been collected worldwide for generations, with the region long associated with fine porcelain and vibrant colour.
Traditionally used to hold pills or tiny keepsakes, these boxes are now cherished as miniature works of art. For a mum who values thoughtful details, it is a charming and practical gift that can sit proudly on a dressing table.
Timothy and Jonathan Harris Isle of Wight Golden Mosaic Glass Scent Perfume Bottle
Produced by Isle of Wight Studio Glass, this Golden Mosaic Glass Scent Perfume Bottle by Timothy and Jonathan Harris, £130, showcases the rich colours and metallic effects that have made Isle of Wight glass so distinctive. Studio glass perfume bottles are particularly collectable due to their smaller scale and detailed design.
Timothy Harris is known for continuing the island’s tradition of innovative glassmaking while introducing contemporary flair. It is well suited to a mum who enjoys beautiful objects with strong British provenance.
Timothy Harris for Isle of Wight ‘Golden Seagulls’ Glass Open Bowl Vase, Signed
The signed ‘Golden Seagulls’ Glass Open Bowl Vase by Timothy Harris, £370, is a statement piece with movement and depth. Also produced at Isle of Wight Studio Glass, it reflects coastal inspiration and carefully layered colour, creating a dynamic centrepiece for a dining table or sideboard.
Signed studio glass pieces tend to be more desirable in the second-hand market, particularly when linked to recognised designers. For a mum who appreciates bold decorative art, this vase offers presence and collectable credibility in equal measure.
Brannam Barum Barnstaple Studio Art Pottery Motto Ware Puzzle Jug Mug, Signed
Created by Brannam Pottery in Devon, this Motto Ware Puzzle Jug Mug, £70, is a playful yet historic form. Puzzle jugs date back to the 17th century and were originally used as drinking games, designed with hidden spouts and pierced rims to challenge the user.
Brannam became well known for its characterful motto ware and studio pottery in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. As a gift, it offers conversation, humour and genuine heritage, ideal for a mum who enjoys unusual pieces with a story behind them.
PM Antiques and Collectables Gift Card
For mums who prefer to choose for themselves, a PM Antiques and Collectables Gift Card provides flexibility while still feeling considered. Collectors often appreciate the opportunity to select a piece that suits their taste and collection.
Available in multiple amounts and redeemable online with a 12-month validity, it offers a simple and practical way to mark the occasion.
We take pride in sourcing pieces with authenticity and appeal.
