FURTHER SHIPPING INCREASES
AS OF 13/04/26 THERE HAS BEEN A FURTHER £7.00 PER SHIPMENT INCREASE. THIS IS BEYOND OUR CONTROL AND APOLOGISE SINCERELY. WE HAVE DECIDED TO NOT CHARGE FOR PACKAGING TO TRY AND ABSORB SOME OF THE COST WHILST THIS INCREASE IS IN PLACE. IF YOU HAVE ANY CONCERNS PLEASE CONTACT US VIA THE WEBSITE MESSAGE OPTION.
Explore our curated collection of Victorian/Vintage pieces from these remarkable periods
Browse Collection
Our Purpose: Giving the Past a Future
At Madshovelman, we don't just sell vintage treasures – we rescue stories.
We believe that every Victorian bottle, weathered trinket, or timeworn relic holds a history worth preserving. Our passion is connecting people with one-of-a-kind pieces that add depth, soul, and timeless charm to today's spaces.
Each item is ethically sourced, thoughtfully cleaned, and carefully packed – because we treat the past with the respect it deserves. Sustainability isn't a trend to us; it's a responsibility. By reviving and rehoming forgotten finds, we keep history alive – one beautiful piece at a time.
Latest Treasures
Our newest arrivals - discover the latest vintage items added to our collection
4 X 1880'S PORK PIE INK BOTTLES
4 SALT GLAZED PORK PIE INK BOTTLES IN GOOD CONDITION
5 NICE GLASS INK BOTTLES
A SELECTION OF 5 NICE GLASS INK BOTTLES ALL IN GOOD CONDITION
3 SALT GLAZED POLISH JARS
DATE 1880'S 3 SALT GLAZED POLISH JARS IN GOOD CONDITION
5 STONEWARE JAM POTS
5 NICE STONEWARE JAM POTS ALL IN GOOD CONDITION
TERACOTTA PLANT POT
DATE 1900 A NICE TERACOTTA PLANT POT IN GOOD CONDITION
BROWN TOP VICTORIAN POT
135 MM TALL DATE 1880'S A NICE BROWN TOP POT IN GOOD CONDITION
2 BROWN TOP POTS
DATE 1880'S 2 POTS IN GOOD CONDITION
3 IRONSTONE FOOD POTS (FAULTS)
3 VICTORIAN IRONSTONE POTS ALL HAVE A FAULT BUT DISPLAY WELL
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Timeless Treasures, Thoughtfully Curated
Discover rare and remarkable pieces with stories worth sharing — perfect for those who have everything except this.
Handled with Care, Delivered with Confidence
Each item is professionally packed and shipped with precision, so your vintage gem arrives just as stunning as when it left.
Vintage Experts, At Your Service
We don't just sell vintage — we live it. Count on genuine advice from people who know and love the charm of the past.
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Excellent seller of authentic antique advertising pottery…
Excellent seller of authentic antique advertising pots that are being dug up from dumpsites dating back to the late 1800's. Best pricing I have found for both large and small purchases. I've been buying consistently from Madshovelman for over 6 years.
Love everything about Madshovelman
I have been a customer of Madshovelman for a short while now, but I am so impressed with the service, quality, selection and everything about this business. Their selection of authentic advertising products is amazing.
Great communication
Great communication, fair prices and quick shipping. Everything arrived safe and sound and I love it all!
Outstanding service!
Outstanding service! Lovely quality items, superbly well packaged and with lightning-fast shipping, would highly recommend to all, thank you!
Have literally bought thousands of…
Have literally bought thousands of antique bottles from Mad Shovel Man. Fast, friendly, and fair people to deal with in every way. Highly recommend.
Amazing business
Amazing business! Always delivers packages very well packed and in a very timely manner! Wonderful people and first rate customer service! I continue to order more and more.
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