David Aherne, the son of Elana Aherne tells us that his mother had three antique shops in Notting Hill Gate from c.1930 to c.1942 trading as "CURIOS". She began her business with purchases she made whilst on tour in the Far East and Canada in the theatrical company of Sir John Martin Harvey in the 1920s. During her time as a dealer she bought and sold two paintings by the 19th century British artist John Constable.
Thank you to David Aherne for sending us this information.