Collecting Antique Staffordshire at my Storage Space with Rajiv Surendra

[@kmco6063]

Putting the two little ladies together when you visit one another is just so sweet.

[@khayes9591]

LMAO. Last week I found Jesus. Man, I love you Rajiv. Such a good video as always. Have a great weekend!

[@SheilaFraser-z8l]

Could I make a request please, could you tell us about the bracelets you wear and give us a closer look at them please? They are stunning but I haven't been able to see them in detail.

[@ameliagreg6566]

I remember watching a video where he explained a small snippet about his bracelets. It may have been his page or another KZbin channel that features him. My estimate is that the video is over a year old.

[@SheilaFraser-z8l]

@@ameliagreg6566 Interesting, thanks for your comment, I'll try and track that down. Have you noticed that Rajiv doesn't seem to wear a wrist watch, I just realised that the other day.

[@AssyMcgeeKicksAce]

@@SheilaFraser-z8l he strikes me as more of a pocket watch type of guy.

[@pianomanjarkell]

The build up to “finding Jesus” is comedic relief. What an enjoyable video! I was quite entertained about items I’ve never wanted.

[@Marybarfield64]

I almost didn’t watch this one because I never really cared for Staffordshire. What was I thinking? This is one of my favorite videos. I love listening to you speak about beautiful things, and I am so tickled by your ritual with your friend. The parts of your life that you share are full of rituals. Is that why these everyday experiences appear so fulfilling? I may need to change my mindset. Lastly, when I saw the Jesus figurine, my first thought was “oh my.” 😳 I’ve never seen a Jesus portrayed like that and it gave me quite a chuckle.

[@Marybarfield64]

Read that “Oh my,” in George Takei’s voice. That is exactly how I heard it in my mind.

[@gregpendrey6711]

I got it mixed up with Sheffield which is clunky stamped silver flatware. Staffordshire Dog ceramic art is strange but it's dogs and collectible so I gave a looksee.

[@yvetteguigueno2063]

Sexy Jesus!!! That was what I was thinking!

[@kkime01016]

That Jesus has the most perfect face of all😇

[@donnamcardle8928]

A spill is paper rolled up to be used as matches

[@pamelabateman9211]

Charming, charming, charming. You and Laura taking you little ladies to visit is the definition of retaining the magic of childhood into your adult life. So sweet!

[@murielcuissard5220]

this channel is becoming one of my fav places on the internet - soft paced, no aggressive music, genuinly passionate human talking about things I didn't care before and I care about now - it feels like it slows my brain down and make me feel joyful about life (big claims!), thank you!!

[@aprilwillier9610]

I second that, life is better with Rav 🇨🇦❤️

[@anthropomorphisis]

That little lady story was so sweet it made me tear up lol

[@anthropomorphisis]

aaand the Jesus bit made me laugh

[@crispaycrunch]

This episode was so calming and peaceful. And then it was Hilarious.

[@shellyswt]

The lamb reminds me of the final scene in Sense & Sensibility where Edward (Hugh Grant) is visiting Elinor (Emma Thompson) to confess his love for her & he grips the Staffordshire lamb’s foot on the mantle of the fireplace because he’s feeling so awkward. Such a great scene! Thank you for sharing about how these were made & their history. Interesting!

[@rajivsurendra]

GOOOOOOD EYE!!!!! That is the exact same figure!!!

[@katykennedy4244]

Now I need to watch that movie AGAIN!!!

[@shellyswt]

@@rajivsurendra How exciting! 😀 You must have been thrilled to discover that!

[@ruslananishchyk4244]

Wow, Rajiv is such an unusual person; absolutely fascinating in his uniqueness.

[@alanrobandt6329]

Rajiv, thank you for introducing topics unknown to younger generations. I've had a store for 34 years. There is so much wonderful 17th, 18th, and early 19th century product showing up on the market at a fraction of the price compared to the late 80s and 90s. We're close to one generation since the massive shift in taste that happened at the Millennium. The pendulum is swinging back thanks to videos like this one.

[@denisetraynor5196]

I hope you never lose your childlike wonderment for the world and the things in it that bring you joy!

[@9thfromthestar]

watching this video whilst living a quiet life in Stafford, Staffordshire, England

[@klmac3721]

Right next door to you in Shropshire. 😊 Lots of family in Staffordshire. I know it well. ❤

[@tonirudder5398]

Rajiv please more episodes about antiques I could watch you all day talking about collecting and antique. Please do more of these. Thank you . Big fan from Washington State.

[@rajivsurendra]

Thanks for watching!

[@margaretpiddock455]

Hi, as a regular watcher of your wonderful channel, i would just like to say i am from the UK Staffordshire, these figures are very collectable. And as you are probably aware, this area they are from, is known as the “The Potteries”, we have Royal Derby. Royal Doulton, Wedgewood, Spode etc. Around the 1970s there was a demise of many of the companies, due to manufacture of pottery from China. However there has been a revival in home made pottery, and business seems to be doing well locally. Your collection is beautiful x Children as young as 5. Or 6 use to fetch, carry, prepare raw materials, and provide power to a few machines, very tough i would say

[@borge2014]

I grew up with sexy Jesus statuary everywhere, it was a treat as a youngster and waited for the cloth to fall, although it never did, but still an icon I remember as a boy. Thank you Rajiv!!!

[@rajivsurendra]

I'm laughing out loud.

[@shellyjoe6657]

A curated storage room is one of my life goals. 😀

[@cristineramos6051]

I love you more for knowing that you take your little lady with you to visit your friend. I didn’t think it was possible to live you more. ❤

[@taliaaalia5175]

Rajiv, this was one of my favorites. I love hearing you talk about the beauty of things!

[@step7274]

Rajiv, you are a treasure. Thank you for doing you. You are a gift to the universe.

[@lesley4996]

I have a large Staffordshire spill vase and good friends think I’ve lost my mind for loving it. Btw, here in Scotland, the dogs on the mantelpiece are called “wally dugs”.

[@betsylindsay8480]

Nice follow up to the tour of the room.

[@latinaartista36]

This one cracked me up. I wasn’t necessarily interested in the subject but you’re a great teacher and I always learn so much from you. The ending had me laughing so hard I almost fell out of my chair. Love you man.

[@debh3404]

"I started collecting them in my early 20's" says a dude that looks to be about 24 years old. Very cool figures though!

[@ChannelCreator]

Add a decade onto that and you’re correct!

[@chromberries7329]

Ikr I was taken aback

[@maudline]

Pretty sure he’s born in 1984 so he’s 40!

[@stephaniescott424]

The poodle story made me smile; I did the same thing when I was in my early 20s, living in Toronto. I used to frequent a shop, Abraham's Antiques, on Queen Street. I bought a rug and some nesting tables from him, but couldn't afford it upfront so he let me pay it off in small increments over time. He even let me take the things home before I had paid them off, because he trusted I'm come through with the rest! Such a kind man, that Abraham.

[@ahamilton4021]

Love the “into the vault” curator approach!! Wonderful and informative.

[@curlierthanthou]

Loved this episode! Your Jesus is sublime! There’s a hunky Jesus contest in SF each Easter. Such good fun!

[@thecheerio786]

Thank you for "showing us your treasures" 😁❤

[@electricia]

Thank you for sharing! My collection is blue milk glass and I love nothing more than sharing my treasures and taking delight in someone else sharing theirs. The history of how people adorned their homes is such so fascinating to me as a reflection of the time in which they lived and is so much more honest and authentic than art and architecture, which I also love but those things were more like PR on a grand scale and not a true reflection of the simple beauty of everyday life. If you ever come to L.A. and fancy a few hours of tea, tasty southern treats, and enthusiastic treasure-sharing, drop me a line! (I’m sure accepting invitations from strangers is at the top of ever KZbinrs to do list, right?)

[@varlakittykat]

😂😂 "sexy jesus" correct & I'm dead 💀 🤣

[@chantellucky4565]

Rajiv is special in his own way!! Love his passion and knowledge of so many unique things!

[@mariaparkinson8150]

I just love you. The story of visiting a friend’s place with the figure is just icing on the cake! 😊

[@OGspaseman]

I was not prepared for the Katrina story 😭😭😭😭😭😭 so beautiful

[@tG-js7pf]

Oh how I love love love love your videos!!! I am learning so much!!!! I am a Christian, but I respect everyone’s free will to be able to choose. Thank you for being transparent and honest in your videos. I’m looking forward to your next one !

[@curlew-3592]

My best friend is from Staffordshire and most of her family worked in the potteries. I remember when I was a little girl (a while ago now😂) nearly every house you went into had Staffordshire figures of some sort on their mantle pieces. Some figures were what were know as spill figures, they were used to keep the long matches or pieces of rolled up paper in which were then used to light the fire.😁👍🇬🇧

[@myrradine]

Love listening to stories of your curated life, Rajiv! Keep doing you! ❤

[@d__r__m]

I have Always loved the Staffordshire spaniels. What a fantastic “layaway” story. That makes it all the more special. I’m not sure if my spaniel is authentic but my mother and I share a pair, one each, and I’ll always remember when we purchased them together at my favorite antique store. ❤️

[@bonniekane8547]

I have to agree with @lhayes, “Last week I found Jesus”, oh my lord, Rajiv, that has to be one of the funniest things you’ve ever said! I love it!!!

[@guywithaplant]

I really love the vibes of your videos. So calm, beautiful and intentional. The story telling is also nformational and entertaining. ❤

[@barbarabell1171]

I absolutely love the story of you and Laura bringing your little ladies to visit each other! What an awesome and pleasant idea!

[@susanbrennan5511]

I stumbled upon your video about your storage space a couple of days ago. I had a storage space that had my whole life in it when I moved in with my sister to care for my mother. Six years later I was able to move the entire contents to my new home hundreds of miles away. You have such a soothing demeanor and voice. Thank you for enlightening me about Staffordshire figures. I did not know. I will never have a storage space again but I get that yours is a part of your life.

[@mars.529]

So educational and I love the story of Katrina the Antique Dealer taking the Staffordshire Dogs off the shelf and doing a layaway plan for you. I was raised a Chistian and still am a Christian and I think that unique Staffordshire of Jesus is fine too.

[@donnamcardle8928]

You are such an old soul Rajiv! Love watching your channel

[@Rose01bloom]

You have given me the Staffordshire virus! The story behind those poodles is so lovely, thank you for sharing that, and for sharing the little ladies' story. So much happiness in this video :)

[@miss3meow]

A gem of a human being. His storytelling is magic. The amount of trivia/historical facts in his mind! Phew.

[@chrissiemorton4126]

What a sweet young pup you are! Such a smart ,adventurous and caring young man...

[@cecwintonyk8228]

Since I have a number of lovely friends who live in the West Midlands, I have been to that area from Toronto a number of times. On one visit a few years ago I visited the Pottery Museum and Art Gallery in Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire and it was fabulous so this video is bringing up some memories. Then last summer I visited Tamworth Castle and they had a portion of the Staffordshire Horde on display. The history and artifacts in the UK are phenomenal.

[@brokenmolar]

Raise your hand if you immediately went to eBay while this video was playing in the background 🙋🏻‍♀️ so glad you finally found Jesus, Rajiv! I hope to find him someday, too, he’s so coy.

[@janechamblesswright119]

Thanks for this. I LOVE Staffordshire, and have bought quite a few at auctions. Nobody much cares for them anymore - and I can usually pick them up for about €20. I know a pair of antique dealers who made quite a business out of selling Staffordshire to American collectors. They were PRICEY, and very collectible in the 90’s….but they tell me that the day after 911 - that market folded up forever. Suddenly there was no room for charming ceramics from the UK? I am so grateful to you for explaining “spill vases” - I have heard the name, but had NO idea what they were made for? Wish me luck - I left a bid on a big Napoleon figure at an auction in Northern Ireland last week. Hoping to bring him on home…I have the perfect spot on the mantle piece, just waiting!

[@donnamcardle8928]

I have a big Napoleon Staffordshire on my mantelpiece.. got him many years ago at a thrift store here in the US, for about $11.

[@janechamblesswright119]

@ I got skunked on the auction. Some nonsense with the auctioneer….it happens. But I recently grabbed a BIG red riding hood, and two smaller ones to keep her company. My mantle is getting crowded again..l

[@IdcuboTa63]

Hi Rajiv...I enjoy your shows immenseley. Yesterday i watched this video and learned sbout Staffordshire pottery. Later in the day, i watched the 1995 movie Sense and Sensibity based on Jane Austens novel. To my surprise, towards the end of the movie, there's a scene at the cottage where one of your lambs is sitting on the mantle flanked by two figurine statues. I couldnt believe it!!

[@rajivsurendra]

YES! I bought that sheep spill vase because it's the exact same one that Hugh Grant is fiddling with at the end of the movie. Every time that sheep appeared in a scene, I'm looking at IT, not the actors. It steals the show.

[@kathleenmathews6096]

The first time I saw a Staffordshire dog, I felt the same way you did. And then these adorable creations grew on me. I have not purchased any but enjoy seeing them in antique stores. I did find a set of cats but they didn’t look right. Turns out they were reproductions. Thank you for sharing the history.

[@rajivsurendra]

Cats are not as prolific as dogs, and they're very sought-after. Most that I've ever seen are repros.

[@rebeccaharris7893]

You are a wealth of information and an absolute joy to watch! 🎉

[@da.j.9096]

Rajiv could talk about his passion for mowing lawn and I'd still listen in rapture.

[@meiwang1548]

Thanks for sharing. Can you talk about your Steinway & Son piano in the future?

[@elisshadelport2015]

You are the brother I always wished I had 😊 adorable in the best possible way ❤

[@heatherknisley4194]

I love learning from passionate collectors! I too appreciate these naive figurines now. Well done!

[@Signe-p3m]

I always learn a lot from your videos. I never heard of spills before - so interesting! You are such a treasure - erudite and amusing.

[@SusanGeyer-l4k]

When I was a very little girl....now nearing my century....I used to help my mother to make spills. Winding newspaper tightly around a steel knitting needle, sliding it off and then tying it into a knot. These were used to make the fire. Spills to light candles, pipes etc as you say ,were stored on the mantlepiece in a spill holder or in a conical shaped receptical hanging on the wall beside the fireplace. These spills were finer and white.

[@Signe-p3m]

Fascinating.

[@SP-ki5gn]

@@SusanGeyer-l4k I am some years your junior but I too remember spills, ours were of a more boring variety, they were coloured sticks that we would use to take a flame from the coal fire to the gas stove, I much prefer the sound of yours!

[@katharinewilliamson2478]

@@SusanGeyer-l4k thank you for that wonderful image and the detail! I love Staffordshire pottery, but until I watch this video, I also had assumed the spills has something to do with flowers! Happy to learn this thank you and Rajiv

[@juststoppingby390]

I'm a Staffordshire girl you would love the potteries. Everyone had to have a pair of staff spaniel dogs. Love you Rajiv

[@laurafetterley]

This is my favourite video so far. I learned so much. I laughed. I cried. Ermengarde sends her love to Sadie ❤

[@renatacamargo9998]

Rajiv, I am so much like you with all this attention to details and a life dedicated to creating and admiring beautiful things. I joke that everywhere there should be a committee for beauty, like in the Amalfi coast, to make sure efforts are always made to beautify the world. We could be in this committee 😅Greetings from Brazil ❤

[@dorothybritton8564]

As always, love your knowlege,stories. Thank you for you time.

[@nadab4750]

As in the Depeche Mode song "Your Own Personal Jesus"! 👱🏻‍♀️♥️

[@maudline]

Followed by George Martin’s Father Figure lol 😅

[@unearthedrelics]

Watched this last night and stumbled across a little Staffordshire jug (creamer?) with a face on it at a yard sale today for a dollar :) - I definitely would have passed it up had I not learned so much about them from your video. Thanks for sharing your passion for these quirky pieces!

[@ruthiezophia7118]

What a wonderful storage.

[@lucy2beme]

I've collected Staffordshire for almost 40 years. It was the history of the pottery that made me purchase my first set of King Charles Spaniels. I have so much of the pottery that I no longer buy a figure when I find it. I have many figures from the 1700's. Most of the older pieces were painted by women and children.

[@theslowwalkhome7314]

You’re such a natural in front of the camera

[@kathleenroberts7972]

I love royal Dalton Beatrix potter's animal figurines. I find them charming. Enjoyed seeing your favorites.

[@suecox2308]

I absolutely loved this video--Rajiv is a charmer and so are his Staffordshire figurines!

[@allebxram6611]

He's just so lovely and delightful.

[@Bluebirdhouse]

Hands down, you have the BEST KZbin Channel out there!!!❤❤❤

[@FairnessFobe]

Fascinating. You remind me that, in the past, I have seen various small identical figurines painted in different colours. They aren't my taste but I thought 'how curious'! Now I know why!

[@susanpera2131]

I now love Staffordshire! I never knew anything about it but now I have an appreciation for it thanks to you. I love the “little ladies” story with you and your friend! 22:27

[@Zedoutdoors]

I highly recommend trying Staffordshire Oatcakes, a traditional savoury pancake made from oatmeal which taste absolutely divine ~Peace~

[@patriziadelorenzis378]

Sweet figurines from hard working world 😌.

[@rinber13]

Thank you for showing us your treasures again, Rajiv! I’ve been trying to find out what were those googly eye dogs I see every now and then on windowsills. Mystery solved! So nice to learn little things like this.

[@juliewillis8182]

I love how you go way into things and make them interesting.

[@shellisannes464]

Didn’t know about the Spill Vase, very interesting 🎉 love learning about these kinds of historical details 🤓 I never knew about the separate legs either! Oh and the little lady and Laura 😆 I feel your Canadianess in this moment 🤩🥳❤️

[@leelynch8927]

Rajiv: Having been born and raised a Catholic, you made me laugh right out loud with your story of finding Jesus! I love what you do and look forward to each and every one of your videos. Thanks for each and every one!

[@DaisyDebs]

Brilliant ! Loved that so much ! 💞I have a few Staffordshire Fairings around my house ....none of them perfect , but I love them ! I love yours too !

[@jeannedawson2868]

Lovely, thanks for sharing!

[@almarhoden2041]

Loving the History of Misspelled catalog.❤❤❤

[@contempl8ive]

Oh no, who am I becoming?! I loved this episode😳 The faces are actually so expressive in you collection ☺️

[@KatherineCameron-o1e]

Thank you for sharing this as I loved it.

[@mdm1210]

As always, such a delight to watch your video. Charming, sweet, joyful and funny. Thank you Rajiv, you're a gem!

[@freedomwalkerpeace3727]

I've seen adorable little figurine figures at thrift stores, but I'm not sure what their background is. Thank you for the history lesson Rajiv, I'm going to purchase one the next time I see one.

[@darlenefallows2461]

Absolutely love this Rajiv!

[@silvana1829]

Thank you Rajiv, you are so enjoiable!

[@BCashRN]

I just love you, Rajiv. ❤ This was such an entertaining and informative video. Thank you.

[@ranji8084]

As alway another unique video. Enjoy what makes your heart and mind happy. ❤️

[@anna6636]

Saved the best for last! Love it

[@kimmaguire3621]

I have a terrible cough and this video made me laugh so hard I had a coughing fit but Jesus was it worth it!

[@ruthiezophia7118]

I can't find the word of how the story of the ladies with your friend. Very special story.

[@sabrina9333]

Wonderful collection. It's beautiful. ❤

[@keelynoxleymitchell]

I just bought a roll of felt for my storage shelves! Can't wait to organize! Thank you for inspiring me :)

[@rajivsurendra]

Yay! Have fun.

[@sarae316]

I had a moment. I love the sheep so much and really enjoyed this video. I'm intrigued and can't wait to learn more. The moment was dejavu. Sense and Sensibility-1995- Hugh Grant - Proposal scene. He nervously touches one of these sheep on the mantle next to two more figures. I may have watched this movie a few times. I have to have one now! Love this video. I need one with the most ridiculous face I can find.

[@GreenLadyDV]

Supremely enjoyed! Thank you so much for sharing your collection. 💚💚💚

[@tgime1]

I love this series so much! What a joy

[@Julie-ft4qy]

What a terrific video. Pathos, drama, mystery, excitement, education, humor and controversy! Starring strange little creatures plus Sexy Jesus. All shot in a storage room. So creative and so much fun. Thank you Rajiv.

[@nancyguinn6550]

Rajiv, wonderful video. Always informative and interesting. I have several pieces and now have a better appreciation for them. Good history lesson