Description
Explore the rich history behind some of the world's most incredible collectibles and historical artifacts on this episode of Antiques Down Under!
First, we go inside the historic Penfolds Magill Estate to uncover the fascinating, rebellious story of Max Schubert and the hidden cellar that saved the legendary Penfolds Grange wine. Plus, discover the incredible story of how Helen Keller measured one of Penfolds' massive oak vats using only her arm spans!
Then, we visit Du Plessis Auctions to marvel at an exquisite 1851 Great Exhibition porcelain vase and a rare 16th-century French sword stand. We also look at a stunning collection of luxury antique jewelry, find out what a vintage "hair receiver" was actually used for, and take a deep, solemn look into the history of Chinese foot-binding through beautifully preserved Lotus shoes.
Chapter Markers
00:00 - Welcome to Antiques Down Under
00:47 - Coming Up on Today's Episode
01:12 - The Rebellious History of Penfolds Grange Wine
03:41 - How Helen Keller Measured the Penfolds Oak Vats
04:59 - Max Schubert’s Ultra-Rare Wine Curio Collection
06:17 - Mystery Object: Can You Guess What It Is?
07:48 - Inside Du Plessis Auctions in Adelaide
08:19 - Masterpiece Porcelain Vase from the 1851 Great Exhibition
09:10 - An Incredible 16th-Century French Sword & Cloak Stand
10:24 - Pop Artist Peter Blake’s Signed Art Print
10:58 - "The Judgement of Paris" Meissen Porcelain Group
12:10 - Exploring the AAADA Antique Fair at White Bay
13:17 - Rare 1880s Staffordshire Pug Dogs
14:00 - Luxury Art Deco Jewellery with Anne Schofield
14:50 - Exquisite Gold Owl Brooch & Asprey Monkey Pin
16:42 - Mystery Object Revealed: The Antique Hair Receiver
16:54 - The Painful and Elaborate History of Chinese Lotus Shoes
19:38 - Next Time on Antiques Down Under & Credits