A FINE PERSIAN DECORATED HELMET (KULAH KHUD), QAJAR, 19TH CENTURY with hemispherical crucible steel skull, decorated with delicate scrolling tendrils enclosing four calligraphic panels, the base encircled by a linear framework filled with four further calligraphic panels, two vacant panels and cartouches filled with exotic beasts, fitted at the apex with a tall hollow-pyramidal spike, at the front with a sliding nasal bar retained by a rectangular bracket and thumb-screw, and a pair of tubular plume-holders, fitted with patterned mail neck-defence of butted links of circular section iron and copper wire (small losses, areas of wear and light rust), with an early padded liner, 27.0 cm high (excluding mail) The inscriptions read 'The Sultan Shah ‘Abbas'’, ’The Sultan Fath-‘Ali Shah’, ‘amal-i haji 1112’ (The work of Haji 1700-1) and ‘sahib husayn kalb’ali’ (The owner is Husayn (son of?) Kalb-‘Ali). The cartouches around the base are Persian verses in praise of the helmet.
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A FINE AND IMPORTANT NORTH ITALIAN ENGRAVED THREE-QUARTER CUIRASSIER ARMOUR, CIRCA 1620-30, PROBABLY BRESCIAcomprising Zischagge with one-piece skull rising to a low comb of inverted V-section, fitted at its nape with a plume-holder and at its apex with a bulbous finial on a large quatrefoil washer, projecting forward at the brow to an obtusely-pointed peak with a rectangular staple above it carrying a nasal with elaborately shaped finial and secured by a thumb-screw, and fitted at its rear with a pronounced flared neck-guard of four lames, the lowest of pointed ogee profile (disarticulated at right end), and at each side with a two-piece pendant cheek-piece, fitted at its centre with a domed rivet enclosed by eight radiating rectangular slots within a frame of circular ventilation-holes and stepped at the front top to accommodate the peak; collar of a single plate front and rear, fastened at the right by a stud and key-hole slot; heavy breastplate formed in one piece with a low medial ridge, struck with the proof mark of a bullet at the right of the chest, fitted at each side with a stud to receive a shoulder-strap and a further stud at its centre, a pierced stud at each side to receive a swivel-hook from the back-plate, flanged outward at its base to receive a pair of tassets each of fifteen lames divisible at the eighth; poleyns of four lames the second in each case fitted with a large centrally-puckered wing; backplate matching the breastplate, struck with the proof mark of a bullet, fitted at each shoulder with a leather strap reinforced with four iron scales, at the base with a hook at each side to engage the breastplate, and at its base with a broad culet of seven lames; a pair of full arm-defences comprising a pair of symmetrical pauldrons each of seven lames overlapping outwards from the third, connected by a turner to a pair of vambraces each formed of a tubular upper and lower cannon linked by a couter of four lames with a centrally puckered oval wing at the front, and enclosed at the inside of the elbow by ten lames overlapping inwards from the sixth, the lower cannon fastened at the front by a sprung stud; a pair of gauntlets each with a flared cuff closed at the inside, articulated by a wrist-plate to three metacarpal plates, a shaped knuckle-plate, a hinged thumb-defence and finger-lames (with small restorations); the principle borders of the armour formed with plain inward-turned edges, those of the base of the cullet roped, the whole decorated throughout with engraved trophies-of-arms within elaborate strapwork frames filled with pointié foliage, the turners and gauntlets each with trophies incorporating cannon and artillery tools, a running border of flowers at the principle edges, the secondary borders with a frieze-work of blind arcading, the breastplate with a Patriarchal Cross in the centre at the neck; the inside of the skull and the backplate painted with a white inventory number ‘45’, in clean, stable condition throughout (the bottom edge of the left poleyn with light pitting and small chips, the decoration of the culet with areas of wear, minor disarticulations, expertly releathered, some buckles restored): on a wooden stand with leather boots ProvenancePerhaps one of the group of armours purchased by Lord Somers in 1853, stated (incorrectly) to be of Emperor Charles V’s bodyguard and preserved in Milan for many years.Charles Somers-Cocks, 3rd Earl Somers (1819-83), Eastnor Castle, thence by descent LiteratureLady Henry Somerset, Eastnor Castle, London 1889, p. 22: ‘A three-quarter suit of Plate Armour, engraved with trophies of arms and fleur-de-lys’. A helmet of very similar form, decorated in the same style, is preserved in the former collection of the Dukes of Este at Konopiště, Czech Republic (inv. no. I.c.D-114, and illustrated Šáda 1986, p. 37, no. 18.t.) The specific inclusion of cannon and artillery tools such as ladles and sponges on the turners and gauntlets may suggest that this was intended for a senior officer of artillery. The Patriarchal Cross, also called the Cross of Lorraine, is probably a reference to the venerated relic of the True Cross in the cathedral at Brescia that is housed within a cross of the same form. Two morions of circa 1570-80, decorated with a similar cross along with the rampant lion of Brescia and attributed to the that town’s guard are respectively preserved in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York (acc. no. 14.25.532) and the Museo Civico L. Marzoli, Brescia (inv. no. 330). See Rossi and Di Carpegna 1969, p. 55 cat. no. 120. Another armour of this type, formerly in the collection of Tosio Martinengo, and now in the Museo Civico L. Marzoli, Brescia, is illustrated Rossi, p. 77, cat. No B67. The armour in Brescia has a close helmet in place of Zischagge, a matching stud in the centre of the chest, divisible tassets, enclosed elbows, and similar decoration throughout including the rampant lion of Brescia on the breastplate. A cuirass decorated in a similar manner and attributed to the ownership of one of the Counts Martinengo, is preserved in the Armeria Reale, Turin. See Boccia and Coelho, p. 526, nos. 445, 446 and 448. A slightly later cuirass in the Victoria and Albert Museum (inv. no. 5778-1859), is decorated in a related manner, with the conjoined initials ‘AM’, and a Count’s coronet above a Patriarchal Cross and Orb in the centre. The initials are similar to those on the ricasso of a left-hand dagger attributed to Pietro Antonio Martinengo, Count of Brescia (recorded 1644-1671), now preserved in the Art Institute of Chicago (ref. no. 1982.2150).
A PAIR OF GERMAN TASSETS, CIRCA 1570 each formed of seven upward-lapping lames (two lames on the left and two of the right with soldered repairs, both releathered), the lowest lame of each decorated at its edge with a roped inward turn accompanied by a recessed border (light pitting), 40.7 cm (2)
A PAIR OF 25 BORE GERMAN LONG WHEEL-LOCK HOLSTER PISTOLS, SUHL, CIRCA 1660 ‡ with tapering barrels formed in three stages, struck with Suhl marks on the left of the breeches, plain tangs, bevelled locks struck ‘MR’ on the inside, fitted with external wheel retained by a small bracket, pans with sliding covers and faceted dogs, light wood full stocks (worm damage, small repairs), and iron mounts comprising domed pommels, strap trigger-guards, a single ramrod-pipe, fore-end caps, and iron tipped wooden ramrods perhaps the original, 60.0 cm overall (2) ProvenanceRobert Brooker Collection inv. nos. 2074 & 2075
A 25 BORE SOUTH GERMAN WHEEL-LOCK PUFFER PISTOL, CIRCA 1580 ‡ with swamped barrel formed in two stages, engraved with a band around the muzzle, pellets at the median and octagonal over the breech, the latter struck three times with a mark, beneath a dagger the letters ‘HH’ or ‘HI’, flat lock struck with a mark en suite, retained by a side nail acting on the belt hook bracket and three further side nails opposite, fitted with external wheel beneath a domed cover, safety-catch, sliding pan-cover with button release, and dog with filed spring, blackened full stock, carved with slender panels of foliage around the borders, about the tang and beneath the fore-end near spherical pommel carved with a warrior mask rondel on the base, iron trigger-guard, belt-hook and ramrod stirrup (very light worm damage, the fore-end with one small internal repair on the left at the breech, ramrod missing), 58.8 cm overall ProvenanceRobert Brooker Collection inv.no. 2089 The mark appears to be unrecorded but is similar to that of Lorenz Herl, recorded as a barrelsmith and dealer in Nuremburg circa 1572-1622. His father Hans, also a gunmaker, was active in the same town circa 1566-1608.
A 5 BORE ITALIAN ROMAN-LOCK CARBINE, LATE 17TH CENTURY ‡ with two-stage barrel, octagonal breech struck with the barrelsmith’s initials, probably ‘CEP’ and with the crested Visconti arms (later), flat bevelled lock chiselled with a mask on the tail, fitted with moulded cock, filed external mainspring and steel en suite with the tail (top-jaw restored), elaborately carved full stock decorated with foliage and grotesque greenman masks, folding butt carved with a further grotesque on the pommel (restored), iron mounts comprising trigger-guard and long belt hook (the iron parts with light pitting), silver escutcheon engraved en suite with the barrel, and inscribed 'Governatore di Como' (later), and carved wooden ramrod-pipe (later ramrod), 43.8 cm barrel
A FINE AND RARE LOWLAND SCOTS BALLOCK DAGGER, EARLY 17TH CENTURY ◉ with sharply tapering robust blade of stiff-diamond section etched and gilt over the greater part of its surface with scrolling foliage, the inscription ‘My Hop[e] and Trest [sic]’ and ‘Is in ye Lord God‘, and with the initials ‘AD’ at the forte (light wear), recessed for the thumb at the ricasso, small arched and fluted gilt iron guard, figured hardwood hilt with a pair of basal nodules each fitted with a silver foliate washer, faceted grip rising to a fluted mushroom-shaped pommel, with silver foliate button en suite, in its original wooden scabbard with tooled leather covering decorated with raised mouldings (very small losses and light wear), flowerheads and saltires, complete with associated accompanying knife, with single-edged blade struck with two cutler’s marks, silver ferrule, ivory grip (cracked) and horn pommel, with provision for a steel (missing) and two loops for suspension, 35.3 cm (the dagger, overall) ProvenanceA Private Collection, LondonAn Important English Private Collection LiteratureClaude Blair and John Wallace, 'Scots Or Still English?', in, The Scottish Art Review, vol. 1, no. 9, 1963, p. 13, pl. 5bPart of a distinctive group of daggers that were almost certainly manufactured in Scotland and probably known at the time as ‘dudgeon daggers’. An example dated 1605 is preserved in the Victoria and Albert Museum (M.59-1959). For a discussion of this group see Blair and Wallace, op. cit. and Laking 1920, vol. III, pp. 40-41.
A RARE ITALIAN BARBUTA, THE SKULL, MILANESE LATE 15TH CENTURY, ‡ STRUCK WITH THE MARKS OF TOMASSO MISSAGLIAthe skull formed in one piece with a rounded crown rising to a low medial ridge, extending downwards and flaring slightly outwards at each side to just above the level of the shoulders, projecting rearwards over the nape as a short integral "tail" and cut at the front with a T-shaped face-opening; its rear struck with the maker’s marks, a gothic letter ‘M’ beneath a split cross at each side, the face-opening reinforced, and the lower edge with a near square-section turn (the face-opening, neck-guard and a portion of the cheeks restored, small areas of light pitting), 29.5 cm high ProvenanceChristie's, 20th March 1967, lot 109Norman Fargo, Sandpoint, Idaho The marks appear to be those of the Missaglia workshop, the leading Milanese armorers in the fifteenth century. A sallet of circa 1440-50 marked by Tommaso dei Negroni da Ello, called Missaglia, considered to be the founder of the great Milanese dynasty of armourers, was sold in this room, 28th June 2023, lot 282. Rebuilt by Christopher Dobson, Suffolk, 2012.
A RARE FRENCH GLAIVE FOR THE ECOLE DE MARS, CIRCA 1794 of regulation type, with broad double-edged blade (areas of light pitting), hilt comprising a pair of strong down-curved iron arms with brass bud-shaped finials, iron knuckle-guard, block-shaped brass guard cast with a Phrygian cap in low relief on each side of the langets, integral grip cast with an overlapping design of leaves and oval-section pommel, in its fabric-covered wooden scabbard with large brass mounts decorated with neoclassical designs, 53.2 cm blade The Ecole de Mars was created on 13 Prairial An II (1 June 1794) and disbanded in September of the same year. The school was for teenaged men and organised along classical lines with three corps of 'milleries' each composed of ten 'centuries', in turn divided into ten 'decuries'. See Ariès 1975, fasc. XXIII.
A RARE AUSTRIAN PAVISE, KLAUSEN, SECOND HALF OF THE 15TH CENTURY of rectangular form, with wooden core and a tapering central gutter rising to a forward-curved beak at the top, the inner surface faced with natural boar skin, fitted with a horizontal iron bar at the top, three rectangular iron staples and nails for attaching enarmes, the outer face applied with gessoed canvas painted with polychrome decorated with the Austrian Bindenschild superimposed with scrolling foliage, and the upper portion with a shield charged with a six-point mullet on a black ground on the left and the cross of the League of St George on the right (the paint with small losses and crackling, very small areas of light worm damage, an early repair on the left, some early repainting), 117.0 cm high ProvenanceThe Town Arsenal, Klausen, TyrolCharles Somers Somers-Cocks, 3rd Earl Somers (1819-83), Eastnor Castle, thence by descent ExhibitedCommemorative Exhibition of the Art Treasures of the Midlands, City of Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery 1934, cat. no. 90 LiteratureLady Henry Somerset, Eastnor Castle, London 1889, p. 22: ‘The Archers Shield should be particularly noticed; a pole passed through the rings was fixed in the ground, and the archer shot from behind the shield….[dates] from the Wars of the Roses, and the heraldic bearings of [the owner is] painted on’During the spring of 1871, fifty-two large and seven smaller pavises were reported, along with around six hundred arrows, in one of the four city towers of Klausen, then in the Austrian Tyrol. The tower in which they were found is first recorded in 1406 and as an armoury around 1485. The sale of this group was organised by Johann Haupt, a city councillor, through the Bozen (Bolzano) art dealer Alois Überbacher (1832-1897) to the Munich antiquarian Josef Ferdinand Spengel (died 1904). An inventory of the town of Klausen from the end of the 15th century, which is no longer extant, records a number (either fifteen or fifty) large shields and eighteen small shields. The shields are decorated with three variations of the arms shown on the present shield, which have been variously attributed, without basis, to Klausen, Waldeck, the Lordship of Sternberg, the Swabian Society of St. George, and the Knights of the Golden Spur. Their use has been attributed to the mercenaries Duke Sigismund brought to Klausen during the third quarter of the 15th Century, the Swabian League and also a contingent equipped by Emperor Maximilian I. See Profanter 2019 pp. 275 - 302 and Kaiser, Emmerich and Profanter 2019, pp. 303-325.
A FINE SPANISH RAPIER, LATE 16TH CENTURY with tapering blade of flattened-hexagonal section, formed with a short fuller on each face at the forte, rectangular ricasso formed with a continuation of the fuller and struck with the mark of Domingo Rodriguez of Toledo on each face, iron hilt of slender rounded bars, comprising a [pair of long straight quillons with moulded bud-shaped terminals, outer ring-guard interrupted in the centre by a long down-curled bar en suite with the quillons and an additional curling bar either side, each interrupted by a further baluster moulding and joining the lower ring-guard at the base, trifurcated inner guard, a pair of arms, tall near conical pommel, and moulded grip, probably early, of plaited wire between ‘Turk’s heads’ (areas of light pitting), 110.4 cm blade ProvenanceJohn Claypole, GloucesterAn Important English Private Collection LiteratureEric Valentine, Rapiers: An Illustrated reference Guide to the Rapiers of the 16th and 17th Centuries and their Companions, 1968, p. 21, no. 9. A sword with a hilt of related form is preserved in the Royal Armoury, Madrid (G54).
A 20 BORE DUTCH WHEEL-LOCK HOLSTER PISTOL, CIRCA 1630 ‡ with tapering barrel formed in four stages, octagonal then polygonal breech, tang incorporating the back-sight, bevelled lock retained by two side nails, fitted with external wheel retained by a horizontal bracket, moulded dog with baluster bridle, figured full stock (light worm damage), moulded over the fore-end and carved with a banded moulding iron mounts comprising a band around the pommel, broad pierced trigger-guard pivoting trigger-plate acting as a safety-catch, ramrod-pipe and fore-end cap (later iron-tipped wooden ramrod), 59.5 cm overall ProvenanceRobert Brooker Collection inv.no. 1410
A NORTH ITALIAN CLOSE HELMET, FIRST QUARTER OF THE 17TH CENTURY ‡ with rounded one-piece skull rising to a low medial ridge (with internal patch towards the rear of its apex), peak, upper bevor and bevor attached to the skull by common pivots of rosette form (replaced), the peak rounded at its front, the upper bevor formed at its upper edge with a centrally-divided vision-slit and pierced at its right side with ten vertical ventilation slits, the bevor shaped to the chin, cut with a U-shaped face-opening, pierced for the attachment of a lining and fitted at the right cheek with a swivel-hook to secure a pierced stud projecting from the upper bevor, the lower edge of the skull and bevor each flanged outwards to receive a single deep gorget-plate, the main edges of the helmet formed with plain inward turns, the whole decorated throughout with incised lines, the surface bearing a light mottled patina overall, 29.2 cm high ProvenanceRobert Brooker Collection
Tim Bates for Pieff, West Midlands Pair of High-Backed "Eleganza" Armchairs Circa 1970, cream leather upholstery including armrests, raised on chromed tubular supports.56.5cm wide, 65cm deep, 109cm highWear commensurate with age and use as per additional images, would benefit from light cosmetic attention but stable and ready to use.
Ernest Harrison, Keswick Pair of Arts & Crafts Hammered Copper Sleeve Vases Early 20th century, with flared rims and repousse bands depicting fruiting strawberry vines, both stamped E. Harrison Keswick to bases.17.5cm highErnest Harrison trained at the Keswick School of Industrial Arts from 1908 up to the outbreak of WWII, later working at the school part-time as a metalworker - he used this E. Harrison Keswick stamp for his private works.Some knocks to rims and feet, otherwise light general wear, no splits or other notable damage.
Per Lütken (Danish 1916-1998) for Holmegaard Group of Four "Ice Blue" Wares Comprising a "Herzen" vase, corresponding miniature and two further tapered vases, all signed PL Holmegaard and variously numbered. The larger "Herzen" vase 14.5cm wide, 10cm high The William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass. Bill Davies led a very successful career as an architect, primarily working in his native Wales, with his most celebrated project being the Plas Menai complex situated on the Menai Strait which serves as the National Watersports Centre for Wales and has been awarded Grade II and II* status - it was described as 'arguably the most admired and influential building completed in Wales in the last quarter of the twentieth century’ by Professor Richard Weston*. Bill was also commissioned for architectural work by Cardiff University and indeed served as a Lecturer in Design at the institution, playing a major part in developing the course into one of the highest rated in the United Kingdom.His major inspirations were the celebrated American architect Frank Lloyd Wright and the leading Finnish designer Alvar Aalto: from this stemmed Bill's enthusiasm for all aspects of mid-century design with the glass of Scandinavia becoming his particular passion, or rather, obsession. Invariably accompanied by his beloved late wife Maureen, Bill attended glass fairs around the UK and made buying trips to Scandinavia, amassing his extensive collection with a keen eye and canny judgement that pre-empted market trends by decades with his focus on Vicke Lindstrand, Oiva Toikka, Tapio Wirkkala, Timo Sarpaneva and many other notable designers.Wilson55 Auctioneers & Valuers are honoured to have been instructed to bring the William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass to auction as part of our 4th December Modern Art & Design sale and we hope that you enjoy browsing this fantastic collection.*Credit: Twentieth Century Society The taller tapered vase with small chip to foot, otherwise fleabites and nibbles at feet, light generalised wear but no other damage to note.
Vicke Lindstrand (Swedish 1904-1983) for Kosta Two Graduated "Chanterelle" Vases Circa 1950s, clear to smoked glass, the larger with etched Lindstrand Kosta stamp and signed LH 1029, the smaller signed LH 1030 Kosta. The taller 11.3cm high The William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass. Bill Davies led a very successful career as an architect, primarily working in his native Wales, with his most celebrated project being the Plas Menai complex situated on the Menai Strait which serves as the National Watersports Centre for Wales and has been awarded Grade II and II* status - it was described as 'arguably the most admired and influential building completed in Wales in the last quarter of the twentieth century’ by Professor Richard Weston*. Bill was also commissioned for architectural work by Cardiff University and indeed served as a Lecturer in Design at the institution, playing a major part in developing the course into one of the highest rated in the United Kingdom.His major inspirations were the celebrated American architect Frank Lloyd Wright and the leading Finnish designer Alvar Aalto: from this stemmed Bill's enthusiasm for all aspects of mid-century design with the glass of Scandinavia becoming his particular passion, or rather, obsession. Invariably accompanied by his beloved late wife Maureen, Bill attended glass fairs around the UK and made buying trips to Scandinavia, amassing his extensive collection with a keen eye and canny judgement that pre-empted market trends by decades with his focus on Vicke Lindstrand, Oiva Toikka, Tapio Wirkkala, Timo Sarpaneva and many other notable designers.Wilson55 Auctioneers & Valuers are honoured to have been instructed to bring the William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass to auction as part of our 4th December Modern Art & Design sale and we hope that you enjoy browsing this fantastic collection.*Credit: Twentieth Century Society Very light generalised wear but overall good condition.
Nils Landberg (Swedish 1907-1991) for Orrefors Three Graduated "Dusk" Vases Circa 1950s, of flattened and shaped oval form, all signed Orrefors N, the largest no. 3538-438.The largest 19.3cm high, 13.4cm wideThe William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass.Largest with some wear and fritting around rim, very small nick to central ridge halfway down one side, some small and light surface scratches; medium with two chips and further nicks; smallest with several surface nicks, wear and fritting.
Tapio Wirkkala (Finnish 1915-1985) for Iittala Clear Controlled Bubble Vase Mid-20th century, signed Tapio Wirkkala Iittala. 11cm high The William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass. Bill Davies led a very successful career as an architect, primarily working in his native Wales, with his most celebrated project being the Plas Menai complex situated on the Menai Strait which serves as the National Watersports Centre for Wales and has been awarded Grade II and II* status - it was described as 'arguably the most admired and influential building completed in Wales in the last quarter of the twentieth century’ by Professor Richard Weston*. Bill was also commissioned for architectural work by Cardiff University and indeed served as a Lecturer in Design at the institution, playing a major part in developing the course into one of the highest rated in the United Kingdom.His major inspirations were the celebrated American architect Frank Lloyd Wright and the leading Finnish designer Alvar Aalto: from this stemmed Bill's enthusiasm for all aspects of mid-century design with the glass of Scandinavia becoming his particular passion, or rather, obsession. Invariably accompanied by his beloved late wife Maureen, Bill attended glass fairs around the UK and made buying trips to Scandinavia, amassing his extensive collection with a keen eye and canny judgement that pre-empted market trends by decades with his focus on Vicke Lindstrand, Oiva Toikka, Tapio Wirkkala, Timo Sarpaneva and many other notable designers.Wilson55 Auctioneers & Valuers are honoured to have been instructed to bring the William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass to auction as part of our 4th December Modern Art & Design sale and we hope that you enjoy browsing this fantastic collection.*Credit: Twentieth Century Society One very small nick, otherwise very light generalised wear commensurate with age but no other damage or issues to note.
Timo Sarpaneva (Finnish 1926-2006) for Iittala Small "Orchid (Orkidea)" & "Heart (Sydän)" Vases Circa mid-1950s, the latter dated '56, model no. 3568 and 3557 respectively, both signed Timo Sarpaneva. The "Orchid" vase 14cm high, the "Heart" vase 8cm wide The William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass. Bill Davies led a very successful career as an architect, primarily working in his native Wales, with his most celebrated project being the Plas Menai complex situated on the Menai Strait which serves as the National Watersports Centre for Wales and has been awarded Grade II and II* status - it was described as 'arguably the most admired and influential building completed in Wales in the last quarter of the twentieth century’ by Professor Richard Weston*. Bill was also commissioned for architectural work by Cardiff University and indeed served as a Lecturer in Design at the institution, playing a major part in developing the course into one of the highest rated in the United Kingdom.His major inspirations were the celebrated American architect Frank Lloyd Wright and the leading Finnish designer Alvar Aalto: from this stemmed Bill's enthusiasm for all aspects of mid-century design with the glass of Scandinavia becoming his particular passion, or rather, obsession. Invariably accompanied by his beloved late wife Maureen, Bill attended glass fairs around the UK and made buying trips to Scandinavia, amassing his extensive collection with a keen eye and canny judgement that pre-empted market trends by decades with his focus on Vicke Lindstrand, Oiva Toikka, Tapio Wirkkala, Timo Sarpaneva and many other notable designers.Wilson55 Auctioneers & Valuers are honoured to have been instructed to bring the William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass to auction as part of our 4th December Modern Art & Design sale and we hope that you enjoy browsing this fantastic collection.*Credit: Twentieth Century Society One larger and two small and light bruises to Heart vase, this would benefit from professional attention/polish, Orchid vase with some very small and light surface scratches, could benefit also from a polish.
Tapio Wirkkala (Finnish 1915-1985) for Iittala Two Line-Cut Vessels & Candle Holder Circa 1950s, comprising two navette-form bowls of graduated size and a candle holder, the larger bowl and candle holder signed Tapio Wirkkala Iittala. The larger bowl 14.3cm wide, 8cm high The William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass. Bill Davies led a very successful career as an architect, primarily working in his native Wales, with his most celebrated project being the Plas Menai complex situated on the Menai Strait which serves as the National Watersports Centre for Wales and has been awarded Grade II and II* status - it was described as 'arguably the most admired and influential building completed in Wales in the last quarter of the twentieth century’ by Professor Richard Weston*. Bill was also commissioned for architectural work by Cardiff University and indeed served as a Lecturer in Design at the institution, playing a major part in developing the course into one of the highest rated in the United Kingdom.His major inspirations were the celebrated American architect Frank Lloyd Wright and the leading Finnish designer Alvar Aalto: from this stemmed Bill's enthusiasm for all aspects of mid-century design with the glass of Scandinavia becoming his particular passion, or rather, obsession. Invariably accompanied by his beloved late wife Maureen, Bill attended glass fairs around the UK and made buying trips to Scandinavia, amassing his extensive collection with a keen eye and canny judgement that pre-empted market trends by decades with his focus on Vicke Lindstrand, Oiva Toikka, Tapio Wirkkala, Timo Sarpaneva and many other notable designers.Wilson55 Auctioneers & Valuers are honoured to have been instructed to bring the William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass to auction as part of our 4th December Modern Art & Design sale and we hope that you enjoy browsing this fantastic collection.*Credit: Twentieth Century Society Very light generalised wear but overall good, no damage to note.
Tapio Wirkkala, Timo Sarpaneva & Kaj Franck for Iittala Set of Four "Ultima Thule" Candle Holders, Tall "Arkipelago" Candle Holder & Pair of "Kartio" Candle Holders "Arkipelago" with original candle, all except two "Ultima Thule" bearing Iittala labels. "Arkipelago" candle holder 30.5cm high The William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass. Bill Davies led a very successful career as an architect, primarily working in his native Wales, with his most celebrated project being the Plas Menai complex situated on the Menai Strait which serves as the National Watersports Centre for Wales and has been awarded Grade II and II* status - it was described as 'arguably the most admired and influential building completed in Wales in the last quarter of the twentieth century’ by Professor Richard Weston*. Bill was also commissioned for architectural work by Cardiff University and indeed served as a Lecturer in Design at the institution, playing a major part in developing the course into one of the highest rated in the United Kingdom.His major inspirations were the celebrated American architect Frank Lloyd Wright and the leading Finnish designer Alvar Aalto: from this stemmed Bill's enthusiasm for all aspects of mid-century design with the glass of Scandinavia becoming his particular passion, or rather, obsession. Invariably accompanied by his beloved late wife Maureen, Bill attended glass fairs around the UK and made buying trips to Scandinavia, amassing his extensive collection with a keen eye and canny judgement that pre-empted market trends by decades with his focus on Vicke Lindstrand, Oiva Toikka, Tapio Wirkkala, Timo Sarpaneva and many other notable designers.Wilson55 Auctioneers & Valuers are honoured to have been instructed to bring the William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass to auction as part of our 4th December Modern Art & Design sale and we hope that you enjoy browsing this fantastic collection.*Credit: Twentieth Century Society Light generalised wear but overall good without damage.
Per Lütken (Danish 1916-1998) for Holmegaard Four "Smoke" Wares Comprising a "Hellas" vase, an angled and tapered circular vase, a similar vase or bowl and a further vase with shaped rim, all signed PL Holmegaard and variously numbered. The "Hellas" vase 22cm high The William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass. Bill Davies led a very successful career as an architect, primarily working in his native Wales, with his most celebrated project being the Plas Menai complex situated on the Menai Strait which serves as the National Watersports Centre for Wales and has been awarded Grade II and II* status - it was described as 'arguably the most admired and influential building completed in Wales in the last quarter of the twentieth century’ by Professor Richard Weston*. Bill was also commissioned for architectural work by Cardiff University and indeed served as a Lecturer in Design at the institution, playing a major part in developing the course into one of the highest rated in the United Kingdom.His major inspirations were the celebrated American architect Frank Lloyd Wright and the leading Finnish designer Alvar Aalto: from this stemmed Bill's enthusiasm for all aspects of mid-century design with the glass of Scandinavia becoming his particular passion, or rather, obsession. Invariably accompanied by his beloved late wife Maureen, Bill attended glass fairs around the UK and made buying trips to Scandinavia, amassing his extensive collection with a keen eye and canny judgement that pre-empted market trends by decades with his focus on Vicke Lindstrand, Oiva Toikka, Tapio Wirkkala, Timo Sarpaneva and many other notable designers.Wilson55 Auctioneers & Valuers are honoured to have been instructed to bring the William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass to auction as part of our 4th December Modern Art & Design sale and we hope that you enjoy browsing this fantastic collection.*Credit: Twentieth Century Society Light generalised wear but no damage or other issues to note.
Attributed to Grete Jalk for Poul Jeppesen Mobelfabrik Danish Rosewood Serving Cart or Bar Trolley Designed 1960s, with "flip-flap" swivel top above undertier set with a lift-out tray, on castors.CITES Article 10 Cert. No. 24GBA10MHYWDJ.70cm wide, 45cm deep (90cm extended), 64cm highObtained from new at Heals, Guildford, in 1981 and kept by the vendor since prior to this sale.Good condition, some generalised light wear but well cared for without notable issues.
Per Lütken (Danish 1916-1998) for Holmegaard Large Salad Bowl & Small Dish Both clear, the former bearing Holmegaard label, the latter signed. The salad bowl 28.5cm wide, internal diameter 19.5cm, 15.5cm high The William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass. Bill Davies led a very successful career as an architect, primarily working in his native Wales, with his most celebrated project being the Plas Menai complex situated on the Menai Strait which serves as the National Watersports Centre for Wales and has been awarded Grade II and II* status - it was described as 'arguably the most admired and influential building completed in Wales in the last quarter of the twentieth century’ by Professor Richard Weston*. Bill was also commissioned for architectural work by Cardiff University and indeed served as a Lecturer in Design at the institution, playing a major part in developing the course into one of the highest rated in the United Kingdom.His major inspirations were the celebrated American architect Frank Lloyd Wright and the leading Finnish designer Alvar Aalto: from this stemmed Bill's enthusiasm for all aspects of mid-century design with the glass of Scandinavia becoming his particular passion, or rather, obsession. Invariably accompanied by his beloved late wife Maureen, Bill attended glass fairs around the UK and made buying trips to Scandinavia, amassing his extensive collection with a keen eye and canny judgement that pre-empted market trends by decades with his focus on Vicke Lindstrand, Oiva Toikka, Tapio Wirkkala, Timo Sarpaneva and many other notable designers.Wilson55 Auctioneers & Valuers are honoured to have been instructed to bring the William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass to auction as part of our 4th December Modern Art & Design sale and we hope that you enjoy browsing this fantastic collection.*Credit: Twentieth Century Society Salad bowl with one 1cm scratch, otherwise light generalised wear but no damage or other issues to note.
Per Lütken (Danish 1916-1998) for Holmegaard Two Rare "Capri Blue" Vases The taller cylinder form, no. 3470, the second "Droppen" shape, dated 1955, both signed PL Holmegaard. The cylinder 13cm high, the "Droppen" 12.5cm high The William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass. Bill Davies led a very successful career as an architect, primarily working in his native Wales, with his most celebrated project being the Plas Menai complex situated on the Menai Strait which serves as the National Watersports Centre for Wales and has been awarded Grade II and II* status - it was described as 'arguably the most admired and influential building completed in Wales in the last quarter of the twentieth century’ by Professor Richard Weston*. Bill was also commissioned for architectural work by Cardiff University and indeed served as a Lecturer in Design at the institution, playing a major part in developing the course into one of the highest rated in the United Kingdom.His major inspirations were the celebrated American architect Frank Lloyd Wright and the leading Finnish designer Alvar Aalto: from this stemmed Bill's enthusiasm for all aspects of mid-century design with the glass of Scandinavia becoming his particular passion, or rather, obsession. Invariably accompanied by his beloved late wife Maureen, Bill attended glass fairs around the UK and made buying trips to Scandinavia, amassing his extensive collection with a keen eye and canny judgement that pre-empted market trends by decades with his focus on Vicke Lindstrand, Oiva Toikka, Tapio Wirkkala, Timo Sarpaneva and many other notable designers.Wilson55 Auctioneers & Valuers are honoured to have been instructed to bring the William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass to auction as part of our 4th December Modern Art & Design sale and we hope that you enjoy browsing this fantastic collection.*Credit: Twentieth Century Society The "Droppen" vase with several surface scratches to one side, otherwise very light generalised wear but no other damage to note.
Attributed to Aldo Tura (Italian 1909-1963) Circular Occasional or Side Table Circa 1950s, the stained and radial patterned vellum or goatskin top with printed design of jousting knights, raised on shaped ebonised column terminating in a brass base on tripod supports.65.5cm diameter, 41.5cm highPrivate collection, Staffordshire.Some slight scuffs and marks to top, some light scratches visible in direct light, some tarnish to metal, general wear to base but stable and ready to use.
Nils Landberg (Swedish 1907-1991) for Orrefors Two "Dusk" Vases & Oval Dish Circa 1950s, all signed and no. 3538, the taller vase 3538/7. The taller vase 20.5cm high, the dish 11.5cm wide The William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass. Bill Davies led a very successful career as an architect, primarily working in his native Wales, with his most celebrated project being the Plas Menai complex situated on the Menai Strait which serves as the National Watersports Centre for Wales and has been awarded Grade II and II* status - it was described as 'arguably the most admired and influential building completed in Wales in the last quarter of the twentieth century’ by Professor Richard Weston*. Bill was also commissioned for architectural work by Cardiff University and indeed served as a Lecturer in Design at the institution, playing a major part in developing the course into one of the highest rated in the United Kingdom.His major inspirations were the celebrated American architect Frank Lloyd Wright and the leading Finnish designer Alvar Aalto: from this stemmed Bill's enthusiasm for all aspects of mid-century design with the glass of Scandinavia becoming his particular passion, or rather, obsession. Invariably accompanied by his beloved late wife Maureen, Bill attended glass fairs around the UK and made buying trips to Scandinavia, amassing his extensive collection with a keen eye and canny judgement that pre-empted market trends by decades with his focus on Vicke Lindstrand, Oiva Toikka, Tapio Wirkkala, Timo Sarpaneva and many other notable designers.Wilson55 Auctioneers & Valuers are honoured to have been instructed to bring the William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass to auction as part of our 4th December Modern Art & Design sale and we hope that you enjoy browsing this fantastic collection.*Credit: Twentieth Century Society Taller vase with a few small surface scratches and nicks, medium vase similarly to lower section, both would benefit from a professional polish; dish with light generalised wear.
Bertil Vallien (Swedish 1938-) for Kosta Boda "Chicko" Bowl Circa 1996, light blue with 'confetti' inclusions, signed Kosta Boda Artist Coll. B. Vallien 59609. 17.5cm diameter, 14cm high The William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass. Bill Davies led a very successful career as an architect, primarily working in his native Wales, with his most celebrated project being the Plas Menai complex situated on the Menai Strait which serves as the National Watersports Centre for Wales and has been awarded Grade II and II* status - it was described as 'arguably the most admired and influential building completed in Wales in the last quarter of the twentieth century’ by Professor Richard Weston*. Bill was also commissioned for architectural work by Cardiff University and indeed served as a Lecturer in Design at the institution, playing a major part in developing the course into one of the highest rated in the United Kingdom.His major inspirations were the celebrated American architect Frank Lloyd Wright and the leading Finnish designer Alvar Aalto: from this stemmed Bill's enthusiasm for all aspects of mid-century design with the glass of Scandinavia becoming his particular passion, or rather, obsession. Invariably accompanied by his beloved late wife Maureen, Bill attended glass fairs around the UK and made buying trips to Scandinavia, amassing his extensive collection with a keen eye and canny judgement that pre-empted market trends by decades with his focus on Vicke Lindstrand, Oiva Toikka, Tapio Wirkkala, Timo Sarpaneva and many other notable designers.Wilson55 Auctioneers & Valuers are honoured to have been instructed to bring the William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass to auction as part of our 4th December Modern Art & Design sale and we hope that you enjoy browsing this fantastic collection.*Credit: Twentieth Century Society Good condition, no issues to note.
Nils Landberg (Swedish 1907-1991) for Orrefors "Dusk" Vase Circa 1950s, 'diamond' form and retaining orange Orrefors Sweden label, signed Orrefors N U and no. 3595/1. 16.5cm high The William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass. Bill Davies led a very successful career as an architect, primarily working in his native Wales, with his most celebrated project being the Plas Menai complex situated on the Menai Strait which serves as the National Watersports Centre for Wales and has been awarded Grade II and II* status - it was described as 'arguably the most admired and influential building completed in Wales in the last quarter of the twentieth century’ by Professor Richard Weston*. Bill was also commissioned for architectural work by Cardiff University and indeed served as a Lecturer in Design at the institution, playing a major part in developing the course into one of the highest rated in the United Kingdom.His major inspirations were the celebrated American architect Frank Lloyd Wright and the leading Finnish designer Alvar Aalto: from this stemmed Bill's enthusiasm for all aspects of mid-century design with the glass of Scandinavia becoming his particular passion, or rather, obsession. Invariably accompanied by his beloved late wife Maureen, Bill attended glass fairs around the UK and made buying trips to Scandinavia, amassing his extensive collection with a keen eye and canny judgement that pre-empted market trends by decades with his focus on Vicke Lindstrand, Oiva Toikka, Tapio Wirkkala, Timo Sarpaneva and many other notable designers.Wilson55 Auctioneers & Valuers are honoured to have been instructed to bring the William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass to auction as part of our 4th December Modern Art & Design sale and we hope that you enjoy browsing this fantastic collection.*Credit: Twentieth Century Society Two small and light surface scratches, no other damage or issues to note.
Tapio Wirkkala (Finnish 1915-1985) for Iittala "Model 3520" Vase Designed 1951 and produced until 1958, blown and line-cut clear glass, signed Tappio Wirkkala Iittala 3520. 27cm high The William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass. Bill Davies led a very successful career as an architect, primarily working in his native Wales, with his most celebrated project being the Plas Menai complex situated on the Menai Strait which serves as the National Watersports Centre for Wales and has been awarded Grade II and II* status - it was described as 'arguably the most admired and influential building completed in Wales in the last quarter of the twentieth century’ by Professor Richard Weston*. Bill was also commissioned for architectural work by Cardiff University and indeed served as a Lecturer in Design at the institution, playing a major part in developing the course into one of the highest rated in the United Kingdom.His major inspirations were the celebrated American architect Frank Lloyd Wright and the leading Finnish designer Alvar Aalto: from this stemmed Bill's enthusiasm for all aspects of mid-century design with the glass of Scandinavia becoming his particular passion, or rather, obsession. Invariably accompanied by his beloved late wife Maureen, Bill attended glass fairs around the UK and made buying trips to Scandinavia, amassing his extensive collection with a keen eye and canny judgement that pre-empted market trends by decades with his focus on Vicke Lindstrand, Oiva Toikka, Tapio Wirkkala, Timo Sarpaneva and many other notable designers.Wilson55 Auctioneers & Valuers are honoured to have been instructed to bring the William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass to auction as part of our 4th December Modern Art & Design sale and we hope that you enjoy browsing this fantastic collection.*Credit: Twentieth Century Society One 5mm light surface scratch towards base, miniscule nick to lower foot rim/base above '2', otherwise very light generalised wear commensurate with age but overall good without damage or other issues to note.
Vicke Lindstrand (Swedish 1904-1983) for Kosta Decanter & Vase Circa 1960s, the former pale yellow with original red stopper and signed Kosta LH 1519, the hexagonal tapered vase in olive colourway and signed Kosta LS 786. The decanter 21.5cm high The William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass. Bill Davies led a very successful career as an architect, primarily working in his native Wales, with his most celebrated project being the Plas Menai complex situated on the Menai Strait which serves as the National Watersports Centre for Wales and has been awarded Grade II and II* status - it was described as 'arguably the most admired and influential building completed in Wales in the last quarter of the twentieth century’ by Professor Richard Weston*. Bill was also commissioned for architectural work by Cardiff University and indeed served as a Lecturer in Design at the institution, playing a major part in developing the course into one of the highest rated in the United Kingdom.His major inspirations were the celebrated American architect Frank Lloyd Wright and the leading Finnish designer Alvar Aalto: from this stemmed Bill's enthusiasm for all aspects of mid-century design with the glass of Scandinavia becoming his particular passion, or rather, obsession. Invariably accompanied by his beloved late wife Maureen, Bill attended glass fairs around the UK and made buying trips to Scandinavia, amassing his extensive collection with a keen eye and canny judgement that pre-empted market trends by decades with his focus on Vicke Lindstrand, Oiva Toikka, Tapio Wirkkala, Timo Sarpaneva and many other notable designers.Wilson55 Auctioneers & Valuers are honoured to have been instructed to bring the William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass to auction as part of our 4th December Modern Art & Design sale and we hope that you enjoy browsing this fantastic collection.*Credit: Twentieth Century Society Decanter with small nick and very small scratch to rim plus two small and light scratches to one side, vase with some fleabites and nibbles to cut edges, otherwise light generalised wear without other damage or issues to note, both present well.
Bertil Vallien (Swedish 1938-) for Boda Miniature "Tallata" Bowl & "Blue Galaxy" Artist Collection Paperweight Both bearing Boda labels and signed, the latter no. 98/13. The bowl 7.3cm wide, 5.4cm high The William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass. Bill Davies led a very successful career as an architect, primarily working in his native Wales, with his most celebrated project being the Plas Menai complex situated on the Menai Strait which serves as the National Watersports Centre for Wales and has been awarded Grade II and II* status - it was described as 'arguably the most admired and influential building completed in Wales in the last quarter of the twentieth century’ by Professor Richard Weston*. Bill was also commissioned for architectural work by Cardiff University and indeed served as a Lecturer in Design at the institution, playing a major part in developing the course into one of the highest rated in the United Kingdom.His major inspirations were the celebrated American architect Frank Lloyd Wright and the leading Finnish designer Alvar Aalto: from this stemmed Bill's enthusiasm for all aspects of mid-century design with the glass of Scandinavia becoming his particular passion, or rather, obsession. Invariably accompanied by his beloved late wife Maureen, Bill attended glass fairs around the UK and made buying trips to Scandinavia, amassing his extensive collection with a keen eye and canny judgement that pre-empted market trends by decades with his focus on Vicke Lindstrand, Oiva Toikka, Tapio Wirkkala, Timo Sarpaneva and many other notable designers.Wilson55 Auctioneers & Valuers are honoured to have been instructed to bring the William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass to auction as part of our 4th December Modern Art & Design sale and we hope that you enjoy browsing this fantastic collection.*Credit: Twentieth Century Society Some very light generalised wear but good overall.
Large and Impressive Model of Concorde In "British Airways" Livery Likely produced for a travel agent display, displayed on chrome stand, bearing label for Space Models of Middlesex.170cm long, 72cm wide, 97cm highKnock to tip of nosecone, similarly to end of tail, otherwise some light generalised wear but good overall, additional images available.
Vicke Lindstrand (Swedish 1904-1983) for Kosta "Sommerso" Vase Circa 1960s, flattened ovoid form, clear bodied with two internal air bulbs, smaller with blue colouring, signed LH 1827. 20.5cm high The William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass. Bill Davies led a very successful career as an architect, primarily working in his native Wales, with his most celebrated project being the Plas Menai complex situated on the Menai Strait which serves as the National Watersports Centre for Wales and has been awarded Grade II and II* status - it was described as 'arguably the most admired and influential building completed in Wales in the last quarter of the twentieth century’ by Professor Richard Weston*. Bill was also commissioned for architectural work by Cardiff University and indeed served as a Lecturer in Design at the institution, playing a major part in developing the course into one of the highest rated in the United Kingdom.His major inspirations were the celebrated American architect Frank Lloyd Wright and the leading Finnish designer Alvar Aalto: from this stemmed Bill's enthusiasm for all aspects of mid-century design with the glass of Scandinavia becoming his particular passion, or rather, obsession. Invariably accompanied by his beloved late wife Maureen, Bill attended glass fairs around the UK and made buying trips to Scandinavia, amassing his extensive collection with a keen eye and canny judgement that pre-empted market trends by decades with his focus on Vicke Lindstrand, Oiva Toikka, Tapio Wirkkala, Timo Sarpaneva and many other notable designers.Wilson55 Auctioneers & Valuers are honoured to have been instructed to bring the William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass to auction as part of our 4th December Modern Art & Design sale and we hope that you enjoy browsing this fantastic collection.*Credit: Twentieth Century Society Some light surface scratches in places, would benefit from a professional polish but no other damage or issues to note.
Tapio Wirkkala (Finnish 1915-1985) for Iittala Two Graduated "Ovalis" Vases Model 3036, designed 1959, the larger likely the first production run ending 1966, the smaller likely the 1977 reissue, clear cased and opaque white glass, the former signed Tappio Wirkkala 3036, the latter laser etched Tapio Wirkkala. The larger 25cm high, 19.3cm wide The William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass. Bill Davies led a very successful career as an architect, primarily working in his native Wales, with his most celebrated project being the Plas Menai complex situated on the Menai Strait which serves as the National Watersports Centre for Wales and has been awarded Grade II and II* status - it was described as 'arguably the most admired and influential building completed in Wales in the last quarter of the twentieth century’ by Professor Richard Weston*. Bill was also commissioned for architectural work by Cardiff University and indeed served as a Lecturer in Design at the institution, playing a major part in developing the course into one of the highest rated in the United Kingdom.His major inspirations were the celebrated American architect Frank Lloyd Wright and the leading Finnish designer Alvar Aalto: from this stemmed Bill's enthusiasm for all aspects of mid-century design with the glass of Scandinavia becoming his particular passion, or rather, obsession. Invariably accompanied by his beloved late wife Maureen, Bill attended glass fairs around the UK and made buying trips to Scandinavia, amassing his extensive collection with a keen eye and canny judgement that pre-empted market trends by decades with his focus on Vicke Lindstrand, Oiva Toikka, Tapio Wirkkala, Timo Sarpaneva and many other notable designers.Wilson55 Auctioneers & Valuers are honoured to have been instructed to bring the William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass to auction as part of our 4th December Modern Art & Design sale and we hope that you enjoy browsing this fantastic collection.*Credit: Twentieth Century Society Very light generalised wear but overall good, no issues to note.
Ernest Gordon (British, 1926-2008) for Åfors "Sommerso" Vase Circa 1950s, the clear body with 'cut' effect, internal purple coloured air bulb, signed Åfors Ernest Gordon GH 392.Ernest Gordon grew up in Sheffield and studied sculpture at the Royal College of Art before winning a commission to produce work for the 1951 Festival of Britain; he later travelled to Sweden in 1954 to study glassmaking, briefly working alongside Vicke Lindstrand at Kosta before moving to Åfors, finally returning to the UK in 1961. 14cm high The William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass. Bill Davies led a very successful career as an architect, primarily working in his native Wales, with his most celebrated project being the Plas Menai complex situated on the Menai Strait which serves as the National Watersports Centre for Wales and has been awarded Grade II and II* status - it was described as 'arguably the most admired and influential building completed in Wales in the last quarter of the twentieth century’ by Professor Richard Weston*. Bill was also commissioned for architectural work by Cardiff University and indeed served as a Lecturer in Design at the institution, playing a major part in developing the course into one of the highest rated in the United Kingdom.His major inspirations were the celebrated American architect Frank Lloyd Wright and the leading Finnish designer Alvar Aalto: from this stemmed Bill's enthusiasm for all aspects of mid-century design with the glass of Scandinavia becoming his particular passion, or rather, obsession. Invariably accompanied by his beloved late wife Maureen, Bill attended glass fairs around the UK and made buying trips to Scandinavia, amassing his extensive collection with a keen eye and canny judgement that pre-empted market trends by decades with his focus on Vicke Lindstrand, Oiva Toikka, Tapio Wirkkala, Timo Sarpaneva and many other notable designers.Wilson55 Auctioneers & Valuers are honoured to have been instructed to bring the William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass to auction as part of our 4th December Modern Art & Design sale and we hope that you enjoy browsing this fantastic collection.*Credit: Twentieth Century Society Light surface scratches to both sides, would benefit from a professional polish, no other damage or issues to note.
Timo Sarpaneva (Finnish 1926-2006) for Iittala Five "Arkipelago" Candlestick Holders Textured clear glass with internal bubbles, three of shaped square outline, one triangular and one oval, the latter with partial light blue colouring, all bearing Iittala labels. The tallest 22.3cm high The William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass. Bill Davies led a very successful career as an architect, primarily working in his native Wales, with his most celebrated project being the Plas Menai complex situated on the Menai Strait which serves as the National Watersports Centre for Wales and has been awarded Grade II and II* status - it was described as 'arguably the most admired and influential building completed in Wales in the last quarter of the twentieth century’ by Professor Richard Weston*. Bill was also commissioned for architectural work by Cardiff University and indeed served as a Lecturer in Design at the institution, playing a major part in developing the course into one of the highest rated in the United Kingdom.His major inspirations were the celebrated American architect Frank Lloyd Wright and the leading Finnish designer Alvar Aalto: from this stemmed Bill's enthusiasm for all aspects of mid-century design with the glass of Scandinavia becoming his particular passion, or rather, obsession. Invariably accompanied by his beloved late wife Maureen, Bill attended glass fairs around the UK and made buying trips to Scandinavia, amassing his extensive collection with a keen eye and canny judgement that pre-empted market trends by decades with his focus on Vicke Lindstrand, Oiva Toikka, Tapio Wirkkala, Timo Sarpaneva and many other notable designers.Wilson55 Auctioneers & Valuers are honoured to have been instructed to bring the William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass to auction as part of our 4th December Modern Art & Design sale and we hope that you enjoy browsing this fantastic collection.*Credit: Twentieth Century Society Very light generalised wear but all good without damage or other issues to note.
Vicke Lindstrand (Swedish 1904-1983) for Kosta "Seagrass" or "Seaweed" Vase Circa 1960s, flattened ovoid form, clear with green trailing, signed Kosta 41803 V. Lindstrand. 21cm high The William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass. Bill Davies led a very successful career as an architect, primarily working in his native Wales, with his most celebrated project being the Plas Menai complex situated on the Menai Strait which serves as the National Watersports Centre for Wales and has been awarded Grade II and II* status - it was described as 'arguably the most admired and influential building completed in Wales in the last quarter of the twentieth century’ by Professor Richard Weston*. Bill was also commissioned for architectural work by Cardiff University and indeed served as a Lecturer in Design at the institution, playing a major part in developing the course into one of the highest rated in the United Kingdom.His major inspirations were the celebrated American architect Frank Lloyd Wright and the leading Finnish designer Alvar Aalto: from this stemmed Bill's enthusiasm for all aspects of mid-century design with the glass of Scandinavia becoming his particular passion, or rather, obsession. Invariably accompanied by his beloved late wife Maureen, Bill attended glass fairs around the UK and made buying trips to Scandinavia, amassing his extensive collection with a keen eye and canny judgement that pre-empted market trends by decades with his focus on Vicke Lindstrand, Oiva Toikka, Tapio Wirkkala, Timo Sarpaneva and many other notable designers.Wilson55 Auctioneers & Valuers are honoured to have been instructed to bring the William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass to auction as part of our 4th December Modern Art & Design sale and we hope that you enjoy browsing this fantastic collection.*Credit: Twentieth Century Society Very small chip/nick to rim, otherwise light generalised wear, no other issues to note.
Timo Sarpaneva (Finnish 1926-2006) for Iittala Group of Four "Festivo" Candlestick Holders Comprising a circa 1970s pair of 'eights', single 'six' and 'two', semi-opaque textured glass, the pair and 'six' all with TS monogram, the 'two' bearing Iittala label. The pair 32cm high The William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass. Bill Davies led a very successful career as an architect, primarily working in his native Wales, with his most celebrated project being the Plas Menai complex situated on the Menai Strait which serves as the National Watersports Centre for Wales and has been awarded Grade II and II* status - it was described as 'arguably the most admired and influential building completed in Wales in the last quarter of the twentieth century’ by Professor Richard Weston*. Bill was also commissioned for architectural work by Cardiff University and indeed served as a Lecturer in Design at the institution, playing a major part in developing the course into one of the highest rated in the United Kingdom.His major inspirations were the celebrated American architect Frank Lloyd Wright and the leading Finnish designer Alvar Aalto: from this stemmed Bill's enthusiasm for all aspects of mid-century design with the glass of Scandinavia becoming his particular passion, or rather, obsession. Invariably accompanied by his beloved late wife Maureen, Bill attended glass fairs around the UK and made buying trips to Scandinavia, amassing his extensive collection with a keen eye and canny judgement that pre-empted market trends by decades with his focus on Vicke Lindstrand, Oiva Toikka, Tapio Wirkkala, Timo Sarpaneva and many other notable designers.Wilson55 Auctioneers & Valuers are honoured to have been instructed to bring the William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass to auction as part of our 4th December Modern Art & Design sale and we hope that you enjoy browsing this fantastic collection.*Credit: Twentieth Century Society One 'eight' with single chip to fourth 'knop', the other with chip also to fourth 'knop' and foot; the others free from damage, light generalised wear, no other issues to note.
Frank Martin (British 1921-2005) "Vilma Banky" Signed, titled and numbered 'Artist's Proof' in pencil in the margin, etching.40.5 x 30cm (framed 70 x 57.5cm)Artists’ Resale Right (“droit de suite”) may apply to this lot.The print is in very good, original condition. There is some light time staining and browning around the edges of the paper near the mount board. The print is ornately framed and glazed.
Per Lütken (Danish 1916-1998) for Holmegaard Two Graduated "Selandia" Glass Bowls The larger in ice blue colourway, the smaller smoke, both signed PL Holmegaard, the larger dated 1960, the smaller no. 14594B. The larger 35cm wide The William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass. Bill Davies led a very successful career as an architect, primarily working in his native Wales, with his most celebrated project being the Plas Menai complex situated on the Menai Strait which serves as the National Watersports Centre for Wales and has been awarded Grade II and II* status - it was described as 'arguably the most admired and influential building completed in Wales in the last quarter of the twentieth century’ by Professor Richard Weston*. Bill was also commissioned for architectural work by Cardiff University and indeed served as a Lecturer in Design at the institution, playing a major part in developing the course into one of the highest rated in the United Kingdom.His major inspirations were the celebrated American architect Frank Lloyd Wright and the leading Finnish designer Alvar Aalto: from this stemmed Bill's enthusiasm for all aspects of mid-century design with the glass of Scandinavia becoming his particular passion, or rather, obsession. Invariably accompanied by his beloved late wife Maureen, Bill attended glass fairs around the UK and made buying trips to Scandinavia, amassing his extensive collection with a keen eye and canny judgement that pre-empted market trends by decades with his focus on Vicke Lindstrand, Oiva Toikka, Tapio Wirkkala, Timo Sarpaneva and many other notable designers.Wilson55 Auctioneers & Valuers are honoured to have been instructed to bring the William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass to auction as part of our 4th December Modern Art & Design sale and we hope that you enjoy browsing this fantastic collection.*Credit: Twentieth Century Society Light generalised wear with some small surface scratches and fleabites around feet, base of larger particularly scratched, but no damage or other issues to note.
Jaeger-LeCoultre, Switzerland "Atmos" Caliber 540 Clock Circa mid-late 1980s, the white enamelled chapter ring set with Roman numerals, thirteen-jewel movement, serial no. 606754.22cm high, 20cm wideRunning and appears to keep time but this is not guaranteed, one very small chip and crack to front glass lower-right, otherwise presents very well with very light generalised surface wear, no box or other packaging.
François Chatain (French, Mid-Late 20th Century) Tall Ceramic Table Lamp Circa 1980s, three 'pebble' forms in brushed red, gold and black mounted on shaped bright red column to oval foot, bearing François Chatain Made in France label.60cm high excluding shade and fixture surmountPrivate collection of design, Staffordshire.Small restored area to foot, light generalised wear but without other major issues to note, not tested.
Michael Bang for Holmegaard Large & Medium "Atlantis" Vases Opaque white glass with inky trailing, unmarked. The large vase 25.8cm high, the medium vase 19.2cm high The William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass. Bill Davies led a very successful career as an architect, primarily working in his native Wales, with his most celebrated project being the Plas Menai complex situated on the Menai Strait which serves as the National Watersports Centre for Wales and has been awarded Grade II and II* status - it was described as 'arguably the most admired and influential building completed in Wales in the last quarter of the twentieth century’ by Professor Richard Weston*. Bill was also commissioned for architectural work by Cardiff University and indeed served as a Lecturer in Design at the institution, playing a major part in developing the course into one of the highest rated in the United Kingdom.His major inspirations were the celebrated American architect Frank Lloyd Wright and the leading Finnish designer Alvar Aalto: from this stemmed Bill's enthusiasm for all aspects of mid-century design with the glass of Scandinavia becoming his particular passion, or rather, obsession. Invariably accompanied by his beloved late wife Maureen, Bill attended glass fairs around the UK and made buying trips to Scandinavia, amassing his extensive collection with a keen eye and canny judgement that pre-empted market trends by decades with his focus on Vicke Lindstrand, Oiva Toikka, Tapio Wirkkala, Timo Sarpaneva and many other notable designers.Wilson55 Auctioneers & Valuers are honoured to have been instructed to bring the William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass to auction as part of our 4th December Modern Art & Design sale and we hope that you enjoy browsing this fantastic collection.*Credit: Twentieth Century Society Very light generalised wear but no damage or other issues to note.
Nils Landberg (Swedish 1907-1991) for Orrefors Two "Dusk" Vases Circa 1950s, both of flattened rectangular form, both signed Orrefors N U, the taller no. 3595/2, the other no. 3857/2. The taller 21cm high, 8.5cm wide; the smaller 12.8cm high, 14cm wide The William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass. Bill Davies led a very successful career as an architect, primarily working in his native Wales, with his most celebrated project being the Plas Menai complex situated on the Menai Strait which serves as the National Watersports Centre for Wales and has been awarded Grade II and II* status - it was described as 'arguably the most admired and influential building completed in Wales in the last quarter of the twentieth century’ by Professor Richard Weston*. Bill was also commissioned for architectural work by Cardiff University and indeed served as a Lecturer in Design at the institution, playing a major part in developing the course into one of the highest rated in the United Kingdom.His major inspirations were the celebrated American architect Frank Lloyd Wright and the leading Finnish designer Alvar Aalto: from this stemmed Bill's enthusiasm for all aspects of mid-century design with the glass of Scandinavia becoming his particular passion, or rather, obsession. Invariably accompanied by his beloved late wife Maureen, Bill attended glass fairs around the UK and made buying trips to Scandinavia, amassing his extensive collection with a keen eye and canny judgement that pre-empted market trends by decades with his focus on Vicke Lindstrand, Oiva Toikka, Tapio Wirkkala, Timo Sarpaneva and many other notable designers.Wilson55 Auctioneers & Valuers are honoured to have been instructed to bring the William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass to auction as part of our 4th December Modern Art & Design sale and we hope that you enjoy browsing this fantastic collection.*Credit: Twentieth Century Society The taller with small surface chip and tiny nick to one side, the smaller in good condition, light generalised wear commensurate with age, no other damage or issues to note.
Royal Doulton "Flambe" Ware Tiger Modelled four-square, printed Royal Doulton England Made in England Flambe mark to underside of front-left paw.36cm longSome small light scratches to underside of front-left leg and front-right paw, a few tiny glaze nicks to body, some very light glaze scratches and very light generalised wear.
Rolf Sinnemark (Swedish 1941-) for Målerås Large Three-Tone Bowl Graduating from opaque white to green with blue centre, bearing Målerås label and signed R. Sinnemark Målerås Sweden. 27.5cm diameter, 10cm high The William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass. Bill Davies led a very successful career as an architect, primarily working in his native Wales, with his most celebrated project being the Plas Menai complex situated on the Menai Strait which serves as the National Watersports Centre for Wales and has been awarded Grade II and II* status - it was described as 'arguably the most admired and influential building completed in Wales in the last quarter of the twentieth century’ by Professor Richard Weston*. Bill was also commissioned for architectural work by Cardiff University and indeed served as a Lecturer in Design at the institution, playing a major part in developing the course into one of the highest rated in the United Kingdom.His major inspirations were the celebrated American architect Frank Lloyd Wright and the leading Finnish designer Alvar Aalto: from this stemmed Bill's enthusiasm for all aspects of mid-century design with the glass of Scandinavia becoming his particular passion, or rather, obsession. Invariably accompanied by his beloved late wife Maureen, Bill attended glass fairs around the UK and made buying trips to Scandinavia, amassing his extensive collection with a keen eye and canny judgement that pre-empted market trends by decades with his focus on Vicke Lindstrand, Oiva Toikka, Tapio Wirkkala, Timo Sarpaneva and many other notable designers.Wilson55 Auctioneers & Valuers are honoured to have been instructed to bring the William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass to auction as part of our 4th December Modern Art & Design sale and we hope that you enjoy browsing this fantastic collection.*Credit: Twentieth Century Society A few small and light scratches only visible when minutely inspected, two very small colouring imperfections, no damage to note.
Workshop of Robert "Mouseman" Thompson Carved Oak and Woven Tan Leather Footstool Of rectangular outline, raised on block and octagonal baluster supports united by stretchers, one support bearing carved mouse signature.34.5cm wide, 24.5cm deep, 19.3cm highTo read more about Robert "Mouseman" Thompson and his workshop in Kilburn, Yorkshire, please visit our Design Directory: https://www.wilson55.com/furniture/mouseman-furniture/Some light spotting and fading to leather at one side, very light generalised wear but overall good condition.
Göran Wärff (Swedish 1933-2022) for Kosta Boda "Azzuro" Vase Clear cased with internal colouring and controlled bubbles, bearing Kosta Boda label and signed Kosta Boda G. Wärff 49405. 18.4cm high The William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass. Bill Davies led a very successful career as an architect, primarily working in his native Wales, with his most celebrated project being the Plas Menai complex situated on the Menai Strait which serves as the National Watersports Centre for Wales and has been awarded Grade II and II* status - it was described as 'arguably the most admired and influential building completed in Wales in the last quarter of the twentieth century’ by Professor Richard Weston*. Bill was also commissioned for architectural work by Cardiff University and indeed served as a Lecturer in Design at the institution, playing a major part in developing the course into one of the highest rated in the United Kingdom.His major inspirations were the celebrated American architect Frank Lloyd Wright and the leading Finnish designer Alvar Aalto: from this stemmed Bill's enthusiasm for all aspects of mid-century design with the glass of Scandinavia becoming his particular passion, or rather, obsession. Invariably accompanied by his beloved late wife Maureen, Bill attended glass fairs around the UK and made buying trips to Scandinavia, amassing his extensive collection with a keen eye and canny judgement that pre-empted market trends by decades with his focus on Vicke Lindstrand, Oiva Toikka, Tapio Wirkkala, Timo Sarpaneva and many other notable designers.Wilson55 Auctioneers & Valuers are honoured to have been instructed to bring the William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass to auction as part of our 4th December Modern Art & Design sale and we hope that you enjoy browsing this fantastic collection.*Credit: Twentieth Century Society Very light generalised wear but overall good without issues to note.
Bertil Vallien (Swedish 1938-) for Kosta Boda Four "Rainbow" Vases Circa 1982, all of oval form, two signed. The tallest 18.5cm high The William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass. Bill Davies led a very successful career as an architect, primarily working in his native Wales, with his most celebrated project being the Plas Menai complex situated on the Menai Strait which serves as the National Watersports Centre for Wales and has been awarded Grade II and II* status - it was described as 'arguably the most admired and influential building completed in Wales in the last quarter of the twentieth century’ by Professor Richard Weston*. Bill was also commissioned for architectural work by Cardiff University and indeed served as a Lecturer in Design at the institution, playing a major part in developing the course into one of the highest rated in the United Kingdom.His major inspirations were the celebrated American architect Frank Lloyd Wright and the leading Finnish designer Alvar Aalto: from this stemmed Bill's enthusiasm for all aspects of mid-century design with the glass of Scandinavia becoming his particular passion, or rather, obsession. Invariably accompanied by his beloved late wife Maureen, Bill attended glass fairs around the UK and made buying trips to Scandinavia, amassing his extensive collection with a keen eye and canny judgement that pre-empted market trends by decades with his focus on Vicke Lindstrand, Oiva Toikka, Tapio Wirkkala, Timo Sarpaneva and many other notable designers.Wilson55 Auctioneers & Valuers are honoured to have been instructed to bring the William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass to auction as part of our 4th December Modern Art & Design sale and we hope that you enjoy browsing this fantastic collection.*Credit: Twentieth Century Society The widest with one small chip/nick to rim, otherwise light generalised wear but no other damage or issues to note.
Raleigh Bicycle Company, Nottingham Good "Prismatic Mk2" Chopper Bicycle Released 1972, retaining original dynamo (stamped EER [?] DDR-Ruhl 6V 3W), "Sturmey Archer" T-bar three-speed shifter and applied prismatic decals, fitted with original "Chloride" bakelite rear light, "Sturmey Archer" brake discs, interior wheel fittings and front light, "Nylon" rubber tyres, horn and a later mirror, the rear reverse of the seat retaining Raleigh Chopper branding plaque in yellow and black and circular rear reflector to the applied plaque also stamped Regd. No. 934257 Made in England.104cm high (as pictured), 130cm long, 60.5cm widePrivate collection, Cheshire.
Frank Martin (British 1921-2005) "Constance Bennett in 1924" Signed, titled and numbered 'Artist's Proof' in pencil in the margin, etching.plate size 43.5 x 30.5cm (framed 77 x 60cm)Artists’ Resale Right (“droit de suite”) may apply to this lot.The print is in very good, original condition. The paper has yellowed slightly and there is some light time staining around the edge of the sheet near the mount board. There are minor spots of foxing found across the paper. The print is ornately framed and glazed.
Oiva Toikka (Finnish 1931-2019) Two Glass Birds - Large Limited Edition "Swan (Villijoutsen)" for Nuutajärvi & "Willow Grouse (Riekko)" for Iittala The former introduced 1994, no. 216/700, bearing Nuutajärvi 1793 Made in Finland foil label, the latter introduced 1981 and relaunched by Iittala, this example likely that edition; the former titled and both signed O. Toikka Nuutajärvi. "Swan" 27cm long The William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass. To read more about Oiva Toikka please visit our Modern Design Directory: https://www.wilson55.com/modern-design/Oiva-Toikka/ Bill Davies led a very successful career as an architect, primarily working in his native Wales, with his most celebrated project being the Plas Menai complex situated on the Menai Strait which serves as the National Watersports Centre for Wales and has been awarded Grade II and II* status - it was described as 'arguably the most admired and influential building completed in Wales in the last quarter of the twentieth century’ by Professor Richard Weston*. Bill was also commissioned for architectural work by Cardiff University and indeed served as a Lecturer in Design at the institution, playing a major part in developing the course into one of the highest rated in the United Kingdom.His major inspirations were the celebrated American architect Frank Lloyd Wright and the leading Finnish designer Alvar Aalto: from this stemmed Bill's enthusiasm for all aspects of mid-century design with the glass of Scandinavia becoming his particular passion, or rather, obsession. Invariably accompanied by his beloved late wife Maureen, Bill attended glass fairs around the UK and made buying trips to Scandinavia, amassing his extensive collection with a keen eye and canny judgement that pre-empted market trends by decades with his focus on Vicke Lindstrand, Oiva Toikka, Tapio Wirkkala, Timo Sarpaneva and many other notable designers.Wilson55 Auctioneers & Valuers are honoured to have been instructed to bring the William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass to auction as part of our 4th December Modern Art & Design sale and we hope that you enjoy browsing this fantastic collection.*Credit: Twentieth Century Society Swan: chip to rear right of tail, some very light surface wear but no other damage to note, still presents well.Grouse: chip to rear left of tail, some further grinding or fritting to tail edge, some black spots to body, difficult to determine whether present from manufacture.
Arts & Crafts Oval Wall Mirror Circa early 20th century, of shaped oval outline, the hammered silver plated frame set with four scrolled and patterned devices in relief, bevelled plate, bearing indistinct label to reverse.91.5cm high, 59cm wideGlass with some spotting to silvering upper section, if not original of some age, some rubbing to plating, old polish residue, generally light wear but overall good without major issues to note.
Alvar Aalto (Finnish 1898-1976) for Iittala Small "Savoy" Dish and Votive Both circa 2000s, the former in light blue colourway, stamped Alvar Aalto Iittala, the latter in grey, bearing Iittala labels and stamp. "Savoy" dish 13.5cm wide, votive 10.5cm wide The William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass. Bill Davies led a very successful career as an architect, primarily working in his native Wales, with his most celebrated project being the Plas Menai complex situated on the Menai Strait which serves as the National Watersports Centre for Wales and has been awarded Grade II and II* status - it was described as 'arguably the most admired and influential building completed in Wales in the last quarter of the twentieth century’ by Professor Richard Weston*. Bill was also commissioned for architectural work by Cardiff University and indeed served as a Lecturer in Design at the institution, playing a major part in developing the course into one of the highest rated in the United Kingdom.His major inspirations were the celebrated American architect Frank Lloyd Wright and the leading Finnish designer Alvar Aalto: from this stemmed Bill's enthusiasm for all aspects of mid-century design with the glass of Scandinavia becoming his particular passion, or rather, obsession. Invariably accompanied by his beloved late wife Maureen, Bill attended glass fairs around the UK and made buying trips to Scandinavia, amassing his extensive collection with a keen eye and canny judgement that pre-empted market trends by decades with his focus on Vicke Lindstrand, Oiva Toikka, Tapio Wirkkala, Timo Sarpaneva and many other notable designers.Wilson55 Auctioneers & Valuers are honoured to have been instructed to bring the William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass to auction as part of our 4th December Modern Art & Design sale and we hope that you enjoy browsing this fantastic collection.*Credit: Twentieth Century Society Good condition, no damage or issues to note.
Arne Jon Jutrem (Norwegian 1929-2005) for Hadeland Glassworks Large "Grønland" Bowl & Charger Green glass with profuse bubble inclusions, dated '54 and '55 respectively, both signed AJJ Hadeland. The bowl 26.5cm diameter, 17cm high; the charger 41cm diameter The William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass. Bill Davies led a very successful career as an architect, primarily working in his native Wales, with his most celebrated project being the Plas Menai complex situated on the Menai Strait which serves as the National Watersports Centre for Wales and has been awarded Grade II and II* status - it was described as 'arguably the most admired and influential building completed in Wales in the last quarter of the twentieth century’ by Professor Richard Weston*. Bill was also commissioned for architectural work by Cardiff University and indeed served as a Lecturer in Design at the institution, playing a major part in developing the course into one of the highest rated in the United Kingdom.His major inspirations were the celebrated American architect Frank Lloyd Wright and the leading Finnish designer Alvar Aalto: from this stemmed Bill's enthusiasm for all aspects of mid-century design with the glass of Scandinavia becoming his particular passion, or rather, obsession. Invariably accompanied by his beloved late wife Maureen, Bill attended glass fairs around the UK and made buying trips to Scandinavia, amassing his extensive collection with a keen eye and canny judgement that pre-empted market trends by decades with his focus on Vicke Lindstrand, Oiva Toikka, Tapio Wirkkala, Timo Sarpaneva and many other notable designers.Wilson55 Auctioneers & Valuers are honoured to have been instructed to bring the William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass to auction as part of our 4th December Modern Art & Design sale and we hope that you enjoy browsing this fantastic collection.*Credit: Twentieth Century Society The bowl with some surface scratches, mostly light, and a couple of small surface nicks; the charger also with light surface scratches; both commensurate with age and use.
Michael Bang for Holmegaard "Atlantis" Ovoid Vase and Circular Dish Opaque white glass with inky trailing, the vase unmarked, the dish signed HG I MB. The vase 10.7cm high, the dish 15cm diameter The William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass. Bill Davies led a very successful career as an architect, primarily working in his native Wales, with his most celebrated project being the Plas Menai complex situated on the Menai Strait which serves as the National Watersports Centre for Wales and has been awarded Grade II and II* status - it was described as 'arguably the most admired and influential building completed in Wales in the last quarter of the twentieth century’ by Professor Richard Weston*. Bill was also commissioned for architectural work by Cardiff University and indeed served as a Lecturer in Design at the institution, playing a major part in developing the course into one of the highest rated in the United Kingdom.His major inspirations were the celebrated American architect Frank Lloyd Wright and the leading Finnish designer Alvar Aalto: from this stemmed Bill's enthusiasm for all aspects of mid-century design with the glass of Scandinavia becoming his particular passion, or rather, obsession. Invariably accompanied by his beloved late wife Maureen, Bill attended glass fairs around the UK and made buying trips to Scandinavia, amassing his extensive collection with a keen eye and canny judgement that pre-empted market trends by decades with his focus on Vicke Lindstrand, Oiva Toikka, Tapio Wirkkala, Timo Sarpaneva and many other notable designers.Wilson55 Auctioneers & Valuers are honoured to have been instructed to bring the William "Bill" Davies Collection of Scandinavian Glass to auction as part of our 4th December Modern Art & Design sale and we hope that you enjoy browsing this fantastic collection.*Credit: Twentieth Century Society The dish with a small oval blister from manufacture, otherwise very light generalised wear but no damage or other issues to note.
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