TRADE CATALOGUE Royal Selangor (Aust) Pty Ltd 29 Corporate Boulevard, Bayswater, VIC 3153, Australia Tel +61 3 9720 7199 Fax +61 3 9720 7127 [email protected] royalselangor.com facebook.com/royalselangor twitter.com/royalselangor BS2015 Royal Selangor is committed to using timber from well-managed forests. To provide the highest level of product quality, Royal Selangor reserves the right to make changes or alterations when necessary. ORIGINS PEWTER The story of Royal Selangor goes back to 1885 when a young pewtersmith named Royal Selangor pewter consists of as much as 95% tin, with a small proportion Yong Koon sailed from the port of Shantou to Kuala Lumpur, a town then located of copper and antimony added to strengthen the alloy - the highest international in the tin rich state of Selangor. The discovery of tin in Malaya had lured him and standard for pewter. All tableware products produced are food safe as thousands of other Chinese, to the fledgling tin mining town where he joined his Royal Selangor pewter is lead free. brothers who had established themselves as tinsmiths. Pewter’s unique characteristics, its low melting point and relative softness, makes In early years, Yong Koon made pewter incense burners, joss stick holders and it ideal for craftsmen and designers to work with. Loved for its versatility and candlestands for the altars of wealthy tin miners and Chinese temples. feel, it can be fashioned in a variety of finishes - a traditional soft satin lustre, When demand for traditional ceremonial pewter ware declined, Yong Koon and a dazzling brilliance that rivals silver or a subdued ‘antique’ finish. his sons started making European style products for the British and other expatriates under the brand name of Selangor Pewter. This was an important turning point Royal Selangor produces high quality cast pewter, which is heavier and stronger for the business and laid the foundation for an export market. than spun pewter. When struck gently, it produces a resonant sound. In 1979, the company received a royal warrant from the Sultan of Selangor. To reflect the royal endorsement and diverse nature of the company, Selangor Pewter then changed its name to Royal Selangor in 1992. The tradition of craftsmanship continues through its workforce of 250 craftspeople based at its factory in Setapak, Kuala Lumpur. Keeping the legacy alive are the third and fourth generation members of the Yong family who are as passionate about pewter as they are about the brand. WORLDWIDE PRESENCE Emporium Melbourne, Australia Straits Quay, Penang Royal Selangor head office in Kuala Lumpur International Finance Square, China Marina Bay Sands, Singapore Retail store at the Royal Selangor Visitor Centre Flagship store at Pavilion Kuala Lumpur Mall of Medini, Nusajaya, Johor Hollywood Road, Hong Kong Distributed worldwide from its home base in Malaysia, Reflecting a long history and rich heritage of craftsmanship, Since the 1970s, Royal Selangor has operated its own Located on high streets of major cities and in high profile Royal Selangor is available in more than 20 countries and is Royal Selangor’s latest retail identity draws inspiration from retail stores in key markets such as Australia, China, shopping malls, Royal Selangor retail stores not only found in fine stores such as Wako and Mitsukoshi in Japan the source of pewter – the tin mines. A fusion of tradition Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore and the United Kingdom. showcase the brand’s vast collection of designs in a conducive as well as Harrods and John Lewis in the United Kingdom. and modernity; different textures are seen across the store The latest additions to its retail network are in Chengdu, environment but also give tremendous visibility to the brand. In Malaysia, it operates 20 of its own retail stores with a with the use of a variety of materials. Colour tones are kept China, Melbourne in Australia as well as London in the Offering full service at all its stores, Royal Selangor engages flagship store in Pavilion Kuala Lumpur. neutral with natural wood providing a warm ambience United Kingdom. directly with customers and obtains valuable feedback that within the store. continues to improve the brand experience. BRAND CAMPAIGN 5 The Royal Selangor print campaign is evocative and Royal Selangor’s video captures the spirit of the brand. inspirational. Punctuated with ‘Since 1885’ to reflect the It engages the viewer with an authentic story about the heritage of the brand, the lifestyle advertisements convey brand’s rich heritage of craftsmanship. Artistically presented, a timeless quality and desirability of the designs. The it captures the beautiful designs used for modern living campaign will be updated periodically to introduce new designs as they are launched. 2005 2006 - 2007 2008 2009 - 2010 2011 - 2012 2013 - 2014 2015 EDITORIAL ONLINE PRESENCE Coverage received from leading publications around the The Royal Selangor website is an informative tool for both consumer and retailer. world about the Royal Selangor brand, highlighting new The site explains all you need to know about where the brand is today and its rich collections as well as developments. history. Marketing activities, new product launches and a complete catalogue of internationally available collections are all featured on the site and are kept up to date to ensure you never miss out on the latest news. royalselangor.com Wallpaper Tempus Magazine September 25 beautiful Homes November CONTENT Home 12 Home Décor 26 Photoframes 32 Wedding 34 Figurines/Collectables Wine & Spirits 42 Barware 48 Wine & Whiskey Accessories 88 Tea Accessories 68 Cufflinks Children 74 AFL Christening 76 Fairy Tales 80 Teddy Bears’ Picnic 88 Sporting 92 Display & Merchandising Support 94 Product Packaging home CIRCA NEW 13 Defined by the clean lines and durable functionality of Mid-Century modern design that dominated the 1950s, Circa’s beauty lies in its seamless combination of different materials. Crafted from Kulim wood, each piece is punctuated with satin pewter accents that emphasises the collection’s sleek looks. 4727 4243 4242 Spice mill Bowl Salad bowl Ø8cm x H8.5cm Ø18cm x H8cm Ø28cm x H9cm 2908 4852 3792 HOME DÉCOR Wine chiller Salad servers Small tray Ø16cm x H20.5cm W9cm x L27cm Ø32cm x H6cm 010829 3791 Standee insert Tray A6 W10.5cm x H15cm Ø40cm x H6cm CIRCA STRIPE NEW 15 Circa is a range of home accessories that combines wood and pewter. In this Stripes series, the two contrasting tones are used to accentuate not only the beauty of the wood but also to create a warm and energetic feel to the designs. 4724 4387 4385 Spice mill, Stripe Bowl, Stripe Salad bowl, Stripe Ø8cm x H8.5cm Ø18cm x H8cm Ø28cm x H9cm HOME DÉCOR 010826 2905 3629 Standee insert Wine chiller, Stripe Tray, Stripe A6 W10.5cm x H15cm Ø16cm x H20.5cm Ø40cm x H6cm THE INSPIRED VICTORIA & ALBERT MUSEUM COLLECTION 17 Inspired by the rich archives of the Victoria and Albert Museum of London, this collection celebrates the golden age of pewter during the 17th and 18th centuries. Every piece is marked with the V&A logo and year of manufacture. 4445A 4110A Place plate, Tulip Pitcher, Austro Hungarian Ø35cm 1.4litre H15cm HOME DÉCOR 4338A 4339A Bowl, Round Bowl, Oval Ø20cm x H11.5cm Ø25cm xW18cm x H7cm 4337A 4365A Bowl, Scallop Bowl, Pear & Grape Ø25cm x H16cm Ø30cm x H17cm 18 19 4568A 4740A 3122A 3125A 3127A Wine cooler, Shamrock Salt and pepper shaker set Candelabra, Wave & Bead Candlestand, Baluster Candlestand, Knop L27cm x 16cm x H16cm Ø6cm x W13.5cm x H14cm L27cm x H16cm H18cm H10cm HOME DÉCOR 6113A 6114A 6115A 3129A 3301A 4305A Memo pad holder, Huanghuali Card holder, Acanthus Tape dispenser, Rosettes Candle snuffer, English Decahedral vase Oil lamp 6cm x 11cm x H11cm 10.5cm x 2.5cm x H4.5cm 12cm x 4cm x H7.5cm H12cm W11cm x H19cm Ø12.5cm x H18.5cm 6117A 6118A 010483 010484 010485 0103176 Letter opener, Turkish Pencil tray pen tray, Acanthus Riser insert, small Riser insert, medium Riser insert, large Standee insert 20.5cm W21cm x H10.5cm W12.9cm x H6.3cm W12.9cm x H9.8cm W12.9cm x H13.2cm A6 W10.5cm x H15cm TIMEPIECES 21 3953R 3954R Table clock, Leaves Table clock, Leaves W8cm x H8cm W16xm x H16cm Japanese mechanism Taiwanese mechanism HOME DÉCOR 3939 3931 3938 3957R 3928Y 4031A Mantel clock, large Table clock with handle Mantel clock, medium Table clock, Corinthian Column Table clock, Admiral Carriage clock W18cm x H29cm W7cm x H15.3cm W8.5cm x H14cm W11cm x H15cm W14cm x H17cm W9cm x H18cm Taiwanese mechanism Japanese mechanism Taiwanese mechanism Japanese mechanism Japanese mechanism Japanese mechanism Battery is included. ERIK MAGNUSSEN OIL LAMPS 23 Erik Magnussen once again demonstrates his genius in interweaving form with function. This collection of oil lamps and tealight provide all the pleasures of lamplight without the messy maintenance. Its durable fibreglass wicks do not need replacement unlike their natural fibre counterparts. The high polish pewter base reflects the warm glow of the flame, adding to the ambience. The tall glass lantern protects the flame from breezes, sweeping curtains, or wayward papers, making it perfect for indoor and outdoor use. 3183R 4306R Tea light holder Oil lamp, small Ø6.5cm x H10cm Ø6.5cm x H10cm HOME DÉCOR 4308R 4309R Oil lamp, medium Oil lamp, large Ø8.5cm x H14.5cm Ø10.5cm x H15.5cm MIAMI NEW 25 A collection of retro chic candle stands drawn from the simple yet stylish aesthetic of the 1950s. Crafted in wood, Miami features repeated curves give the collection a sexy vibe. Bright pewter accents add an