The emotive Dunkirk ‘little ships’ D.S.M. awarded to Engineer Fred Barter, H.M. Yacht Ankh, who, under heavy fire, assisted in ferrying 400 troops from the beaches; it is said that he also delivered a no-nonsense broadside of his own, when Lord Gort, V.C., apparently tried to jump the queue to his boat, a broadside of the four-letter variety Distinguished Service Medal, G.VI.R. (F. Barter, Yacht Engn. H.M.Y. Ankh.) impressed naming, contact marks, otherwise nearly very fine £1,000-£1,400 --- Importation Duty This lot is subject to importation duty of 5% on the hammer price unless exported outside the UK --- --- Provenance: Jeffrey Hoare Auction, April 2000. D.S.M. London Gazette 16 August 1940: ‘For good services in the withdrawal of Allied Armies from the beaches at Dunkirk.’ Requisitioned by the Admiralty, H.M. yacht Ankh was taken over by Captain J. M. Howson, R.N., as a temporary H.Q., when she arrived off Dunkirk on the morning of 31 May. She was manned by a handful of naval personnel and civilians. Howson had charge of nine yachts, which he divided between the beaches at Bray and La Panne, but owing to their deep draft they were unable to get close inshore, thereby necessitating the use of small launches and rowing boats to collect the awaiting troops from the beaches. One such boat was manned by Fred Barter and Able Seaman W. F. ‘Frank’ Lunn, R.N., a boat with a capacity for eight people but in which they proceeded to embark 20 at a time. During one return trip to the yachts, the boat was capsized by a near miss bomb, leaving the embarked soldiers floundering in water in full kit. Barter and Lunn swam over a mile to the yachts to collect another boat, and, under fire, returned to the beaches. In fact, they continued their gallant work throughout the day, eventually ferrying a total 400 troops to safety. In an article published in The War Graves Photographic Project Newsletter in the Spring of 2017, Barter’s grandson recalled how Fred never really spoke of his experiences off Dunkirk. He also recalled how he came across an amusing anecdote concerning Field Marshal Lord Gort, V.C. Apparently Gort appeared on the beach and tried to jump the queue to Fred’s boat, an endeavour that was smartly curtailed when the latter told him to “**** off!” Barter may have been a modest man, but he did manage to say a few words to The Hampshire Telegraph and Post, when interviewed in March 1941: ‘Barter shared charge of a rowing boat which was sent ashore to pick up soldiers. Normally the boat held only six, but Barter and his companion got in 20, and towed rafts carrying several other soldiers. “We were sunk by enemy action and had to swim for it,” said Barter. “Many of the B.E.F. men returned to the shore, but Lunn and I swam over a mile back to the yacht, took another boat, and carried on with the good work. Eventually we got nearly 400 soldiers safely on to our yacht.” ’ He received his D.S.M. from King George VI at Buckingham Place on 16 July 1940.
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A collection of hallmarked silver teaspoons and a toast rack. The lot to include a George V hallmarked silver toast rack. Hallmarked year 1919 Sheffield. Sponsor marks for Harrison Brothers & Howson (George Howson). Together with a collection of sixteen teaspoons, a stirring spoon, three caddy spoons and three mustard spoons.. Total weight 349g.Largest 22cm L
Showpiece / table centrepiece, Harrison Brothers & George Howson, London 1905, silver. Very beautiful stylized model of showpiece / table piece with two folded back handles. Provided with a palmette rim and a medallion with a flower arrangement. Standing on four legs. United Kingdom, London, Harrison Brothers & George Howson, 1905, hallmarks: lion, panther head, maker's mark, year letter k - light traces of use and dents. 586 grams, 925/1000. Dimensions L 22.5 cm, W 16.5 cm, H 16 cm.
Gillick, Ernest (British, 1874-1951); b. Bradford ENGLAND, National Emergency Medal, 1926, a bronze award medal by E. Gillick [Royal Mint] for the London, Midland & Scottish Railway, Britannia seated left holding laurel branch, rev. three female figures stood with their backs to each other, supporting two locomotives, 51mm, 63.55g (Pickup, The Medal 59, pp. 23-7; Attwood, Gillick, p.136; Eimer, BNJ 1985, 12; BHM 4210; BM Acq. 1978-82, p.83, 78; E 2003). Extremely fine; in brown gilt-blocked case of issue [this a trifle scuffed] and with original letter to the recipient, Arthur Howson, Esq, from J.C. Stamp, President of the Executive, as from Euston Station, January 1927 £50-£70 --- Arthur Howson (1900-77), Aberford, West Yorkshire. The General Strike, which ran from 4 to 12 May 1926, was called by the General Council of the Trades Union Congress (TUC) in an unsuccessful attempt to force the British government to act to prevent wage reductions and worsening conditions for 1.2 million locked-out coal miners. Some 1.7 million workers struck, especially in transport and heavy industry, including over 15,000 engine drivers and 14,000 firemen employed by the LM & SR. The government called for volunteers to run essential services, such as trains, and it is understood that the medal was principally issued to these volunteers and to staff members who ignored the strike call; the full text of the letter from J.C. Stamp to its recipients is reproduced by Pickup (The Medal 59, p.24)
A George VI silver three piece tea set, by George Howson, of oval form, with gadrooned and shell borders, Sheffield, 1938, together with a pair of Victorian silver sugar tongs, gross weight 36.8oz. A few small dents to the teapot and sugar bowl. Minor surface scratches to all three pieces of the tea set.PLEASE NOTE:- Prospective buyers are strongly advised to examine personally any goods in which they are interested BEFORE the auction takes place. Whilst every care is taken in the accuracy of condition reports, Gorringes provide no other guarantee to the buyer other than in relation to forgeries. Many items are of an age or nature which precludes their being in perfect condition and some descriptions in the catalogue or given by way of condition report make reference to damage and/or restoration. We provide this information for guidance only and will not be held responsible for oversights concerning defects or restoration, nor does a reference to a particular defect imply the absence of any others. Prospective purchasers must accept these reports as genuine efforts by Gorringes or must take other steps to verify condition of lots. If you are unable to open the image file attached to this report, please let us know as soon as possible and we will re-send your images on a separate e-mail.
AN EDWARDIAN SALVER HARRISON BROTHERS & HOWSON, LONDON 1910 Retailed by Jas Dwerryhouse of Liverpool, of circular outline with a pie-crust border, engraved presentation inscriptions to the centre, raised on three ball and scroll feet; together with another smaller similar, William Adams Ltd., Birmingham 1970, with presentation inscription to the centre (2) 24.5cm, 20.5cm diameter, 26oz (combined)
Bernard Moore (British 1850-1935) Two Flambe-Ware Vases Early 20th century, waisted and bottle form respectively, the latter marked, together with two small vases, the wider by J. Howson (a pupil of Bernard Moore) and dated 1913, the other by Edward R. Wilkes (a decorator for Bernard Moore), these both signed.The largest 16cm highThe larger Moore vase with some scratches to one side, otherwise light generalised wear but no damage or restoration to note.
A group of silver items, including a George V silver box with wooden lining, hallmarked for Birmingham 1925 by Hukin & Heath Ltd, a George V silver inkwell hallmarked for Birmingham 1913, a pair of Victorian sugar tongs, hallmarked for Sheffield 1897 by Harrison Brothers & Howson, a Victorian silver salt shaker hallmarked for Birmingham 1898 by Mitchell Bosley & Co, a Edward VII salt spoon hallmarked for London 1905 by Edward Barnard & Sons Ltd, a George V baby spoon and pusher both hallmarked for Birmingham 1925 by Levi & Salaman, a George V boxed silver spoon and pusher hallmarked for Sheffield 1930, a Elizabeth II silver spill vase with filled base hallmarked for Birmingham 1982 by M Kamin & Co Ltd, an Elizabeth II silver spiller vase with filled base hallmarked for London 1983 by DJ, a George V silver sugar bowl and milk jug both hallmarked for London 1926 by Garrard & Co Ltd, a Elizabeth II silver milk jug hallmarked for Birmingham 1961 by J B Chatterley & Sons Ltd, and a small silver dish with indistinct hallmarks.Weighable silver; 577 grams / 18.5 ozt. (excluding inkwell, wooden lined box & both spill vases)
This collection of four hardcover history books explores military conflicts, conquests, and revolutions across different regions and time periods. Soldier Sahibs by Charles Allen recounts the daring exploits of British officers on India’s Northwest Frontier, detailing their role in shaping the region's history. Rivers of Blood, Rivers of Gold by Mark Cocker examines Europe's conquests of indigenous peoples, shedding light on the impact of colonial expansion. Villa and Zapata: A History of the Mexican Revolution by Frank McLynn provides a comprehensive study of the revolutionary leaders and the war that shaped modern Mexico. Arms for Spain by Gerald Howson offers an in-depth analysis of foreign military aid during the Spanish Civil War, revealing the complexities of international involvement in the conflict. Each book retains its original dust jacket, and the set provides valuable historical insights for collectors and history enthusiasts. Largest book measures 9.5"H. Dimensions: See DescriptionCondition: Age related wear.
THREE SILVER AND ENAMEL VESTA CASES To include: a Victorian vesta case by Rolason Brothers, Birmingham 1897, enamelled with a bulldog within an oval reserve, the reverse engraved WST Bulldog every time you strike. Xmas 1905, 5.5cm (2 1/4in) high; an Edwardian vesta case by Deakin & Francis Ltd., Birmingham 1902, enamelled with a bulldog, 5cm (2in) high; and a Victorian vesta case by Harrison Brothers & Howson, London 1896, the cover enamelled with a terrier, the base engraved AEE and with another scored out monogram, 4.5cm (1 3/4in) long 100g (3.2 oz) gross Provenance: Private CollectionSale: Sotheby's, New York, Important English & Continental Silver & Objects of Vertu, Part Lot 87 Condition Report: Rolason Brothers - Marks are clear, hinge good, cover closes well, enamel good, engraving is crispDeakin & Francis - Marks are clear, slight play to the hinge, enamel good, no engravingHarrison Brothers - Marks are clear, hinge good, cover closes well, enamel good, engraving is clearAll with light scratches and wear commensurate with age and useCondition Report Disclaimer
A Pair of George V Silver Serving Spoons, and Mixed Silver, the serving spoons by Walker & Hall, Sheffield 1910, with shell pattern bowls and conforming handles, in black leather cover fitted case, a set of six Edward VII silver rattail pattern coffee spoons, by Harrison Brothers & Howson, Sheffield 1909, in fitted case, and a selection of other silver tea spoons and sugar tongs, various, combined weight 20ozs
WW2 British Home Front Senior Fire Guard Mk.II Helmet, fine example of a Senior Fire Guards Mk.II helmet, with original white finish an black stripe around the helmet, denoting it’s a Senior FG. There is surface rusting coming through the paint in areas, but much of its original finish remains. This example is 1939 dated with the makers mark ‘HBH’ stamped into the underside of the rim, for ‘Harrison Bros & Howson’, who only made helmets between 1938 and 1940. The 1940 dated liner which has gone slightly brittle over the years is still present and in a good shape, complete with correct chin strap.
A pair of monogramed boat shaped dishes on foot London dates rubbed 6cm x 10cm, a silver sauce boat William Aitken Birmingham 1906 9cm x 12cm, a pierced dish George Nathan & Ridley Hayes Chester 1895 2cm x 9cm x 8cm, a silver bonbon dish on raised feet with open work Martin, Hall & Co (Richard Martin & Ebenezer Hall), Sheffield George V 1910 8cm x 11cm diameter, a silver wine coaster with a turned wooden base and green baize Harrison Brothers & Howson Ltd, London 1994 3.5cm x 9cm, a monogramed pair of silver sugar tongs (George IV) marks rubbed, a silver sugar sifter I S Greenberg & Co (Israel Sigmund Greenberg) Birmingham 1917, sugar sifter with mother of pearl handle (worn) J & R Griffin (Joseph & Richard Griffin) Chester 1905, a butter knife with foliate design I S Greenberg & Co (Israel Sigmund Greenberg) Birmingham 1917, a George IV spoon makers marks rubbed, a spoon marks rubbed London, spoon Charles Boyton (II) London, 1892, a stainless steel wine stopper with a wooden egg shaped top, six silver butter knives in original case, John Sanderson, Sheffield 1916, and a metal cocktail swizzle stick. 1190gms all in.
PETER HOWSON O.B.E. (SCOTTISH 1958-) CHECK POINT Signed lower left, pastel on buff paper 28cm x 22cm (11in x 8.75in) Peter Howson’s strong, figurative style is inspired by epic history painting, but his depictions of a violent, working-class, predominantly masculine Glasgow subvert the traditional tenets of this genre. His experience in the military and as a bouncer in the dive bars of Glasgow’s city centre allows Howson to lift figures from memory and translate them into exaggerated and overgrown character archetypes, through whom he examines the most toxic aspects of masculinity in order to reveal its ugly, destructive truth. Though the acerbic, grotesque social commentary of Weimar Republic artists like George Grosz and Otto Dix are clear reference points, Howson’s work is in fact brimming with pathos. He allows his characters a tragic heroism, and his message is clear that they are just as much the victims of the violent systems they embody.
A group of silver comprising a silver tea caddy of oval form with gadrooned body, and ebony finial to the hinged lid, Harrison Brothers & Howson (George Howson), Sheffield 1916, 5.67toz, similar jug and twin handled sugar bowl, Joseph Gloster Ltd, Birmingham 1922, 4.73toz, two silver inlaid glass mats and a set of six EPNS coffee bean spoons, with shell bowls, boxed.
Three Silver Casters, One by Robert Stebbings, London, 1913, One by Harrison Brothers and Howson, Sheffield, 1906 and One by Joseph Gloster Ltd., Birmingham, 1966, variously formed, the last example plastic lined, 17cm high and smaller, weighable silver 7oz 18dwt, 246gr (3)The casters are each marked as expected. There is some overall surface scratching and wear, consistent with age and use. There are some minor bruises on some.
A pair of Edwardian silver sauce boats, Harrison Brothers & Howson, Sheffield 1904, bulbous form, with gadrooned rims, scrolled acanthus leaf handle and hoof feet, length 18cm, 15.6oz total . Condition Report:Feet are pushed inwards and bodies have numerous small dents all over, general wear to high points but still heavy gauge, hallmarks slightly worn
* PETER HOWSON OBE (SCOTTISH b. 1958), CLIFFS EDGE pastel on paper, signedframed and under glassimage size 27cm x 19cm, overall size 47cm x 40cm Note: the major retrospective “When the Apple Ripens: Peter Howson at 65" of the work of the artist at the City Arts Centre, Edinburgh and organised by Museums & Galleries Edinburgh (27th May - 1st October 2023) brought together over 100 major works from his early years until the present time. The staging of this exhibition during (and beyond) the Edinburgh International Festival reflects the well documented and longstanding international interest in Peter Howson's work.
* PETER HOWSON OBE (SCOTTISH b. 1958), HOLOCAUST oil on canvas, signed, titled versoframedimage size 180cm x 90cm, overall size 204cm x 112cmNote: the major retrospective “When the Apple Ripens: Peter Howson at 65" of the work of the artist at the City Arts Centre, Edinburgh and organised by Museums & Galleries Edinburgh (27th May - 1st October 2023) brought together over 100 major works from his early years until the present time. The staging of this exhibition during (and beyond) the Edinburgh International Festival reflects the well documented and longstanding international interest in Peter Howson's work.
* PETER HOWSON OBE (SCOTTISH b. 1958), ANGRY MAN mixed media on paper, signed, titled versomounted, framed and under glassimage size 23cm x 18cm, overall size 47cm x 40cmNote: the major retrospective “When the Apple Ripens: Peter Howson at 65" of the work of the artist at the City Arts Centre, Edinburgh and organised by Museums & Galleries Edinburgh (27th May - 1st October 2023) brought together over 100 major works from his early years until the present time. The staging of this exhibition during (and beyond) the Edinburgh International Festival reflects the well documented and longstanding international interest in Peter Howson's work.
* ADRIAN WISZNIEWSKI RSA HonFRIAS HRSW (SCOTTISH b. 1958), LITTLE BIRD, 1989 oil on canvas, initialled framed image size 56cm x 56cm, overall size 64cm x 64cm Note: Adrian Wiszniewski creates work characterised by a strong drawing element and fertile imagination. Populated with contemplative figures set in vividly coloured Arcadian landscapes, his paintings are rich with symbolic, political and philosophical depths. Adrian Wiszniewski (pronounced Vishnevski) was born in Glasgow in 1958 and studied architecture at The Mackintosh School of Architecture in Glasgow 1975–79; then trained at Glasgow School of Art, 1979–83. Wiszniewski is one of the leading members of the New Glasgow Boys responsible for the revival and resurgence of figurative painting under the tutelage of Sandy Moffat OBE; a group of artists that included Steven Campbell, Ken Currie and Peter Howson. His multiple awards include the Haldane Trust Award in 1982, the David Cargill Scholarship in 1983, the Mark Rothko Memorial Award in 1984, the I.C.C.F. Best Design Award New York in 1993 and the Lord Provost Gold Medal from City of Glasgow in 1999. His work can be found in many international public collections including The Gallery of Modern Art in New York, The Metropolitan Museum, New York, The Setagaya Museum, Tokyo, Japan, The Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art, Edinburgh, Tate Britain, London and The Victoria and Albert Museum, London. Wiszniewski has had numerous major solo exhibitions over many years including in London, Sydney, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Ghent and Tokyo.
* STEVEN CAMPBELL (SCOTTISH 1953 - 2007), UNTITLED oil on card, signed and dated 1989 versoframed and under glass image size 49cm x 39cm, overall size 65cm x 54cm Note: Steven Campbell was born in Glasgow and originally worked as a maintenance engineer in a steelworks in Cambulsang before attending Glasgow School of Art and becoming one of the leading Scottish figurative painters of his generation. Campbell worked alongside the artists Ken Currie, Peter Howson and Adrian Wiszniewski, a group which later became known as the 'New Glasgow Boys'. While their artistic output was not homogenous they all shared an interest in figurative painting during the early 1980s which broke away from the conceptual and minimal trends in Modern art at the turn of the twentieth century. After graduating from Glasgow School of Art in 1982 Campbell won a Fulbright Scholarship to study at the Pratt Institute in the United States. Campbell worked from a studio in Brooklyn until 1986 and this period was key in establishing his status as an internationally renowned artist whilst raising awareness of Scottish contemporary art on a global scale.
* PETER HOWSON OBE (SCOTTISH b. 1958), LAND OF COCKAIGNE oil on canvas, signedframedimage size 91cm x 61cm, overall size 118cm x 87cmNote: the major retrospective “When the Apple Ripens: Peter Howson at 65" of the work of the artist at the City Arts Centre, Edinburgh and organised by Museums & Galleries Edinburgh (27th May - 1st October 2023) brought together over 100 major works from his early years until the present time. The staging of this exhibition during (and beyond) the Edinburgh International Festival reflects the well documented and longstanding international interest in Peter Howson's work.
* PETER HOWSON OBE (SCOTTISH b. 1958), SELF ink on paper, signed, titled and dated 2013mounted, framed and under glassimage size 20cm x 20cm, overall size 44cm x 44cm Note: the major retrospective “When the Apple Ripens: Peter Howson at 65" of the work of the artist at the City Arts Centre, Edinburgh and organised by Museums & Galleries Edinburgh (27th May - 1st October 2023) brought together over 100 major works from his early years until the present time. The staging of this exhibition during (and beyond) the Edinburgh International Festival reflects the well documented and longstanding international interest in Peter Howson's work.
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