A GEORGE II BURR WALNUT EIGHT-DAY LONGCASE CLOCKISAAC DU HAMEL, LONDON, CIRCA 1735The five pillar rack and bell striking movement with anchor escapement regulated by seconds pendulum, the 12 inch brass break-arch dial with subsidiary seconds dial, calendar aperture and applied arched signature plate engraved Isa: Du Hamel, LONDON to the matted centre, within applied Roman numeral chapter ring with fleur-de-lys half hour markers and Arabic five minutes beyond the outer minute track, with scroll-pierced steel hands and applied female mask centred scroll cast spandrels to angles, beneath arch with STRIKE/SILENT selection dial flanked by dolphin cast mounts, in a case with architectural cornice over break-arch glazed hood door flanked by free-standing columns with brass caps and bases, the sides with break-arch glazed apertures and quarter columns set against bargeboards at the rear, the trunk with book-match burr veneered concave throat moulding over break-arch door also fronted with book-matched burr veneers within a triple-line edged border and with complex edge mouldings, the surround with conforming line-edged panels to upper quadrants and the side veneers divided into two panels within crossbanded borders, the plinth base with cavetto top moulding and further line-bordered book-matched burr veneers to fascia over a moulded skirt.229cm (90.25ins) high, 52cm (20.5ins) wide, 25.5cm (10ins) deep. Isaac DuHamel is recorded in Baillie, G.H. Watchmakers & Clockmakers of the World as working in London 1731-55. It is most likely that he was of French Huguenot heritage and, as such, would have most probably had connections with the extensive network of Huguenot clockmakers working in London during the first half of the 18th century which included Claude DuChesne and Simon DeCharmes. Condition Report: Movement is essentially in working condition with no visible evidence of alteration or noticeable replacements but is very dirty/oily hence a precautionary gentle service/lubrication is required before putting into long-term service. The frontplate shows evidence of an hour trip-repeat lever being fitted at one point which is no longer present. The dial is in good original albeit dirty condition. The spandrels retain old gilt finish but with discolouration and wear and most of the silvering has been rubbed-off. The plate retains old discoloured lacquer finish; the hands appear most likely original. The movement is attached to a later pine seatboard which rests on packing pieces applied to the upper surfaces of the cheek uprights indicating that the movement and dial are not original to the case. The case is generally in sound condition with good veneers. The hood would have originally had a caddy superstructure which has been removed and the top applied with a later board. The upper lip moulding of the cornice is a replacement and the quadrants beneath the cornice would have originally been pierced fretwork (hence the present plain panels are later replacements). The dial mask (behind the hood door) has some chips/losses to the overlap as well as some cracking to the veneers. The rear quarter columns are lacking their caps and bases otherwise faults to the hood are very much limited to minor bumps, scuffs, scratches, and shrinkage commensurate with age as well as some historic worm trail damage. The trunk and base are in sound condition although the left-hand throat moulding has lifting and losses to the veneer. The trunk door is now secured by an unsightly turn-catch as the lock is missing and there are two sections of poorly matched patching to the burr veneers. The sides have some slight wear/blemishes to the rear edges and are also very slightly bowed. The plinth has some losses to the edge banding to the lower right corner of the fascia as well as some holes/perforation losses to the burr veneers in general. The rear left-hand edge has some chipping/wear otherwise faults to the base are essentially limited to historic bumps, scuffs, shrinkage and other relatively minor age-related blemishes. The skirt is a replacement.Clock has two weights and a pendulum only (no winder or case keys). Condition Report Disclaimer
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AN UNUSUAL FRENCH RENAISSANCE STYLE CAST AND PATINATED BRASS REPEATING CARRIAGE/MANTEL CLOCK UNSIGNED, LATE 19th CENTURYThe rectangular eight-day two train gong striking movement with platform lever escapement regulated by sprung bimetallic balance, the backplate stamped with serial number 37540 to lower left hand corner, the circular white enamel Roman numeral dial with Arabic five minutes beyond the outer minute track, with blued steel fleur-de-lys hands and set within rectangular cast and pierced brass bezel decorated in the 16th century manner with stylised dolphins flanking a vacant enamel roundel to apron and strapwork scrolls to upper quadrants, the case with pierced dome surmount incorporating push-repeat button to the top of the vase-shaped finial, over four curved sections forming the cupola each decorated with an urn planted with flowering foliage, set on a platform enclosed by a baluster gallery with paired spire finials to angles, over architectural entablature decorated with grotesque masks and foliate scrolls to frieze incorporating projections positioned beneath each of the finials at the angles, the corner uprights cast with paired stylised Baroque female terms flanking glazed dial aperture panel to the front, the sides and rear each with copper-oxide patinated panels cast in relief with Renaissance style armoured warriors on horseback, the rear panel hinged with opening enabled via a push-button clasp to the underside of the case, on moulded skirt base with lions paw feet.23.5cm (9.25ins) high, 13cm (5ins) square at the base.
AN ARCHITECTURAL LACQUERED BRASS CONGREVE-TYPE ROLLING BALL TIMEPIECETHWAITES AND REED, LONDON, No. 38 CIRCA 1972The four columnar-pillar single fusee movement with pediment-shaped plates incorporating sub-plate for the under-dial motionwork, and bevel-gear arrangement applied to the backplate to facilitate transverse winding via a square positioned to the rear left of the movement, the dial panel applied with central silvered minutes ring annotated with Arabic ten minutes, flanked by conforming Arabic numeral hour ring to the left and seconds to the right, set within an elevated tympanum enclosing the movement, adorned with fluted corner panels and capped with anthemion cast acroteria finials over ogee top mouldings, the entablature with projecting cornice and architrave forming the rectangular frame top panel, raised on four cast brass Corinthian inspired columns enclosing a table balance set via pivots on a central post and with zig-zag track for the rolling ball, with trip-release levers to enable the table to be tipped via motive power applied by crank drive from the movement at the end of each run of the ball down the track, on substantial stepped cast brass skirt base applied with silvered maker's plate inscribed Thwaites. & Reed to front, set on original ogee edge moulded wooden plinth with brass screw feet for level adjustment, and with rectangular Perspex cover; with folder containing instructions and correspondence with the original owner.48cm (19ins) high, 48cm (19ins) wide, 32cm (12.5ins) deep overall. Provenance:Ordered direct from Thwaites and Reed Limited of 15 Bowling Green Lane, London, by a Mr. T.B. Whiting of Newark, Nottinghamshire, in May 1971. The clockmaking firm Thwaites and Reed can be traced back to Ainsworth Thwaites who was apprenticed in 1735 and worked from Rosoman Row, Clerkenwell, London 1751-80. He was an accomplished maker who supplied the clock for the tower at the Horse Guards Parade. His son, John, was born in 1757 and took over the business presumably on the death of Ainsworth in 1780 before moving to Bowling Green Lane. He entered into partnership with Jeremiah Reed in 1808 and the firm subsequently became well known for supplying all forms of clocks and movements either wholesale for others to retail or signed by themselves. The partnership continued under John Thwaite's leadership from several addresses in London until his death in 1842. The business has subsequently passed through a series of successors and is still trading today from Rottingdean near Brighton. The present timepiece is from a limited run of 100 examples and is based on the design patented by William Congreve in 1808. Condition Report: Timepiece is complete and in clean condition with no visible evidence of alteration or notable replacements. The movement is currently wound and the table will tip/oscillate but will require some fettling/adjustment to the trip and crank mechanism before it will run reliably. The dials retain original silvering in good condition with the centre exhibiting some slight oxidation/mellowing only. The frame retains original finishes in very good condition having only a few light spots of discolouration. The Perspex cover has a slight scratch to the inside near the lower edge to the rear which could no doubt be polished-out otherwise is in fine condition. The wooden plinth/stand is in fine original condition with only minor wear and slight mellowing to the brass fittings.Timepiece is complete with winding key, ball bearing and paperwork. Condition Report Disclaimer
A GEORGE III OAK CASED THIRTY-HOUR HOODED WALL ALARM TIMEPIECEHENRY WARBURTON, WOLVERHAMPTON, CIRCA 1760The four pillar single-handed movement with anchor escapement regulated by seconds pendulum, and external alarm mechanism planted on a steel plate secured to the right-hand side of the movement sounding via a vertically pivoted hammer on a bell set above the plates, the 6.5 inch square brass dial with silvered Arabic numeral alarm setting disc to the delicate leafy scroll centre within applied silvered Roman numeral chapter ring with fine leaf engraved half hour markers and signed Henry, Warburton, W:hampton to lower margin, with scroll pierced steel hand and conforming triangular baton and cruciform motif decorated foliate engraved infill to the spandrel areas, the hood with architectural ogee and cavetto moulded cornice over hinged glazed dial aperture applied with turned three-quarter Doric columns to front angles, the sides with conforming quarter columns set against the rear edge, over slender half-round chin moulding, the bracket with seatboard supported on two stepped ogee-profile side supports applied to a rectangular backboard; together with a later purpose-made floor-standing 'longcase' stand, probably early to mid 20th century, with concave throat moulding over rectangular door centred with a small glazed lenticle and with half-round edge mouldings to trunk, over plinth base with concave top moulding and bracket feet.The hooded wall case 53.5cm (21ins) high, 30cm (11.75ins) wide, 20cm (8ins) deep; as a longcase 166.5cm (65.5ins) high, 31.5cm (12ins) wide, 20cm (8ins) deep overall. Henry Warburton is recorded in Baillie, G.H. Watchmakers & Clockmakers of the World as working in Wolverhampton 1760-72. The later longcase-type floor standing base included in the current lot appears to have been purpose-made to allow the timepiece to be presented as a miniature longcase clock, by simply slotting the hooded wall case into the top of the trunk. Condition Report: The movement is in good original condition with no visible evidence of alteration or noticeable replacements. The mechanism is essentially in working condition however is generally a little dirty/neglected hence would benefit from a gentle clean/lubrication. The dial plate is a little distorted/bent but appears free of problematic creases or cracks. The silvering is in good condition with minor oxidation only. The hooded case is in very good original condition and of particularly nice colour with faults very much limited to slight wear and shrinkage. The seatboard is original but has some historic worm damage (not active and non-structural). The later trunk/plinth is in good condition with faults limited to minor shrinkage, edge rubbing to the finish and other minor age related blemishes. Clock has pendulum (as well as a spare rod and suspension spring), and weights for both the going and alarm trains. Condition Report Disclaimer
A FRENCH GILT BRASS AND CLOISONNE ENAMEL CARRIAGE TIMEPIECEUNSIGNED, CIRCA 1900The eight-day single train movement with replaced platform lever escapement regulated by sprung monometallic balance, the backplate numbered 117 to inside lower edge, the circular slightly convex cream enamel dial with vertically aligned Arabic numerals and blued steel spade hands set within a rectangular polychrome enamel mask decorated with floral sprays within a powder blue ground and cobalt border interrupted by cream spandrels at the angles, the frosted gilt brass bevel-glazed case with chain-link decorated hinged square baton handle over small top glass, cavetto cornice and chain-link frieze, the angles with channelled uprights and the rear with hinged glazed door, on outswept skirt base further decorated with a chain-link band; with an English cast gilt brass carriage timepiece, Fema, London, late 20th century, the eight-day movement with platform lever escapement regulated by monometallic balance and stamped FEMA, MADE IN ENGLAND to backplate, the white enamel Roman numeral dial with blued steel hands, the bevel-glazed case with hinged leaf cast carrying handle over top glass set within convex superstructure decorated with cherub inhabited foliate scrolls, with architectural uprights to angles over rococo scroll cast base; and a gilt brass and faux lapis lazuli desk timepiece, Jaeger-LeCoultre, mid to late 20th century, with single train movement set behind rectangular dial applied with stylised gilt Roman numeral chapter ring onto a faux lapis ground signed JAEGER-LECOULTRE to centre, in a simple rectangular glazed frame case with stepped platform base, (3).The first timepiece 11.5cm (4.5ins) high with handle down, 7.5cm (3ins) wide, 5.5cm (2.5ins) deep; the second 14cm (5.5ins) high with handle down, 10cm (4ins) wide, 9cm (3.5ins) deep; the third 14cm (5.5ins) high, 11.5cm (4.5ins) wide, 3.5cm (1.375ins) deep. Provenance: The Estate of a deceased Gentleman. Condition Report: The first timepiece - movement is reasonably clean and in working condition; a precautionary gentle clean service is probably advisable. As catalogued the escapement has been replaced. The dial appears free from visible damage. The case is in good condition with only very small chipping to the upper left hand corner of the left glass visible with the naked eye; the frosted gilt finish has some localised tarnishing/discolouration and the front uprights were probably inset with chain link decoration to the leading edges which are no longer present. Timepiece has a winding key.The second - Mainspring is 'slipping' hence requires replacement; the winding click spring is also broken, otherwise movement appears to be in sound reasonably clean condition but would probably require a gentle clean/service at the time of repair. The dial appears free from visible faults and the case is in fine condition with faults limited to slight rubbing/localised discolouration to the gilt finish.Timepiece does not have a winding key.The third - the winder turns without resistance indicating that the mainspring is broken. Movement otherwise appears sound but will probably require a gentle clean/service at the time of repair. Dial is in fine original condition. Case has patchy oxidation to the finish otherwise is in good original condition.Timepiece has an integral (attached) winding key. Condition Report Disclaimer
A FRENCH LOUIS XVI ORMOLU MOUNTED WHITE MARBLE MANTEL CLOCKUNSIGNED, PROBABLY PARIS, LATE 18th CENTURYThe circular eight-day two train bell striking movement with anchor escapement regulated by disc bob pendulum incorporating silk suspension regulation, the 4.75 inch circular slightly convex white enamel dial with concentric date-of-the-month within vertically aligned Arabic hour numeral chapter ring, with pierced and engraved gilt brass hands set behind convex bevel glazed hinged engine-milled brass bezel, the case with central brass drum housing the movement fitted with hinged glazed rear cover and surmounted by an obelisk applied with mounts cast as ribbon-tied trophies, supported via cast looped brackets between a pair of reeded baton columns, each decorated with crossed reeded gilt brass straps and surmounted by a stooping eagle issuing chains from its beak, set on gilt flaming trophy decorated architectural plinth uprights over inverted breakfront base incorporating bowfronted stepped central section flanked by rectangular panels inset with symmetrical leaf cast mounts to front and engine-milled infill to sides, on six brass toupe feet.47cm (18.5ins) high, 35.5cm (14ins) wide, 13cm (5ins) deep. Condition Report: Movement is in relatively clean working condition with no visible evidence of alteration or noticeable replacements. The calendar hand however does not seem to advance when the hands are moved by hand past midnight and the mechanism would probably benefit from a gentle clean/service. The dial has filled chips near two o'clock as well as numerous hairlines, chipping to the left hand winding holes and the edge in at least three places; the minute hand has also been repaired at the centre. The case is generally in very good original condition with faults essentially limited to minor edge wear/some chipping to the marble, some overall discolouration, age-related wear and oxidation to the mounts.Clock has a pendulum and a winding key. Condition Report Disclaimer
A FINE AND RARE CHARLES II EBONISED TABLE CLOCK OF THE 'EDWARD EAST' SCHOOLWILLIAM CRAYLE, LONDON, CIRCA 1665-1700The substantial twin fusee movement with plates measuring 8.25 by 7 inches united by six heavy double-knopped pillars pinned through the frontplate and secured with large cross-headed steel screws to the rear, and an additional seventh square-section pillar secured in a similar manner to the centre at the base, the trains with large diameter barrels incorporating pinned flanged caps and fat fusees, the going with reinstated verge escapement regulated by short bob pendulum incorporating knife-edge suspension to the single-footed backcock, the strike train with external rosette-centred numbered countwheel set on the fusee arbor, distinct cocked external locking detent and sounding the hours on a vertically orientated bell supported above the plates via an unusual serpentine-shaped stand screwed to the frontplate, the 8 inch square fire-gilt brass dial engraved with a central nine-petal rose bloom within a concentric band of intense tulip and other flowering foliage alternating with matted infill and incorporating a burnished pendant panel signed William Crayle, Londini at six o'clock, within applied narrow silvered Roman numeral chapter ring with very small stylised wheatear half hour markers and Arabic five minutes within the outer minute track, with scroll-pierced sculpted blued steel hands and the spandrel areas finely engraved with a symmetrical arrangement of radial leafy tulip blooms flanked by foliate floral sprays filling the quadrants continuing to meet and provide infill to the margins around the chapter ring between, the rectangular case finished with thick hand-cut ebonised veneers with substantial tied foliate bud cast hinged carrying handle to the flat top, within projecting cushion edge mouldings painted in various shades of brown to simulate repeating acanthus marquetry over complex moulded cornice moulding, plain frieze and conforming tightly cut architrave painted with a band of laurel leaves, the hinged front panel with glazed dial aperture opening to reveal veneered mask bordering the dial, the sides with tall rectangular windows and the rear with rectangular glazed door set within the frame of the unveneered flush fascia, on quarter-round and fillet moulded skirt base further painted with a larger band of laurel leaves to front and sides over bun feet.41cm (16.25ins) high with handle down, 28cm (11ins) wide, 16cm (6.25ins) deep.Provenance:The property of a private collector. Previously Sold at Christie's New York sale of THE CONNOISSEUR'S EYE - PROPERTY FROM THE ABBOTT-GUGGENHEIM COLLECTION 2nd June 2015, Lot 254, for $22,500.William Crayle is recorded in Loomes, Brian Clockmakers of Britain 1286-1700 as probably the son of Richard Crayle. He was a watchmaker and a member of the Blacksmiths' Company in 1651, who took an apprentice, John Chatfield, in 1659; and another, Thomas Penn, in 1661. Loomes records his marriage to Elizabeth Alkin at St. Peter Paul's Wharf in 1658 and note that he was working in Fleet Street in 1662. The London Gazette posted in their 13th July 1676 issue a reward notice for a lost watch referencing 'Mr. William Crayle a Watchmaker at the Black Boy in the Strand, near the Savoy', and in 1683, his daughter, Francis, was married to William Rymer at St. Mary Savoy. He did not sign the oath of allegiance in 1697 so is thought to have died by then; although a watch signed 'William Crayle in Fleete Street, London' was raffled by Andrew Brown in Edinburgh the following year. Loomes notes that only one or two watches by him survive, hence it is most likely that the present clock is the only example by him known.The dial engraving of the current clock is amongst the finest that is likely to be seen on a clock of this date and can be closely compared to that seen on an important early architectural longcase clock (in an oyster laburnum case) by Edward East which was sold at Christie's, London sale of PROPERTY FROM THE COLLECTION OF A NOBLEMAN 23rd May 2012 (lot 350) for £313,250. The intense but symmetrically laid-out tulip engraving to the spandrel areas are very close in their composition and are clearly executed by the same hand. The engraved signatures also match stylistically (most evident in the script for 'Londini'). Two others dials for clocks by Edward East, also exhibiting closely related engraving, are illustrated by Richard Newton in his article Dismantling the 'East School' - Edward East and the clock trade in seventeenth-century London printed in the June2024 issue of ANTIQUARIAN HOROLOGY (pages 176-196) on pages 181 (Figure 7) and 182 (Figure 8). In the footnotes for the text (14) Richard Newton indicates that, with the exception of one anonymous example, this type of engraved spandrel pattern appears unique to Edward East. The engraved central rose and foliate ring decoration to the matted centre also appear in dials by makers of the 'East School', most notably for a clock by Samuel Haley illustrated by Newton on page 177 (Figure 1.).The layout of the movement with symmetrical arrangement of seven pillars, large flanged spring barrels and fat fusees can be compared to a grouping of three clocks (two by John Hilderson and the example by Samuel Haley) illustrated by Newton on pages 177-78 (figures 2 and 4). The principal differences between this group and the present lot are the design of pillars used in the movement, and the positioning of the countwheel on the end of the strike fusee arbor (rather than towards the top right-hand corner of the backplate). Richard Newton surmises (for reasons outlined on page 179) that movements of this type are most likely to have been made in the Hilderson workshop, with some supplied to Edward East and other makers for finishing and retail. John Hilderson died of the plague in 1665, hence it is thought that some of his unfinished movements may have formed the basis of a few 'hybrid' clocks completed by East shortly thereafter (see Newton page 181 and Figure 7). The presence of a centrewheel (rather than remote 'floating' motionwork for the hands) would suggest that the present lot is more akin to this category of 'hybrid' clock, but completed by William Crayle rather than Edward East.The unusual design of the movement pillars of the present movement, coupled with the method of fixing via pins at the front and large steel screws at the rear, is unusual but not unique. Indeed a table clock engraved with signatures for Edward East (in a later case) incorporating square-section double-baluster pillars affixed in this manner, was sold at Hutchinson Scott The New Year Fine Interiors Auction 24th January 2025 (lot 1119). From this it may be appropriate to suggest that for some ex-Hilderson workshop clocks, the movement pillars were substituted prior to completion, perhaps in order for the maker to add some of their own individuality to the movement.The case of the present clock is interesting in that it has a flush back and has no veneers applied. The flush rear is a feature seen on the earliest architectural table clocks by Edward East and others (see Dawson, P.G., Drover, C.B. and Parkes, D.W. Early English Clocks pages 154, Plate 201; 158 Plate, Plate 206, and 160 Plates 207 and 209). Continue reading ...
A FRENCH NAPOLEON III PARCEL GILT BRONZE AND BELGE NOIR MARBLE FIGURAL MANTEL CLOCKH.A. DAVIS, PARIS, CIRCA 1865The circular eight-day bell striking movement with anchor escapement for regulation by a disc bob pendulum incorporating Brocot type regulation to suspension, the backplate stamped with oval trademark H.A. DAVIS, A PARIS and serial number 104 to upper left over Japy, Freres, MEDAILLE D'OR roundel and further numbers 6 9 to lower margin, the circular white enamel Roman numeral dial inscribed H.A, DAVIS, A PARIS to centre and with pierced blued steel trefoil hands, set behind hinged bevel-glazed bead cast bezel, the rectangular marble case with generous stylised strapwork cast front corner mounts beneath gilt gadroon edge moulded top, applied with a cast surmount modelled as a bearded male in Classical robes walking with a staff whilst carrying a child, standing with an architectural plinth to his left applied with a plumed helmet to top and laurel wreath to front, and with further wreath and sword at his feet, on repeating leaf cast ogee moulded base incorporating elaborate strapwork scroll pierced apron and bracket feet.66cm (26ins) high, 42cm (16.5ins) wide, 16.5cm (6.5ins) deep.
Calligraphy & Penmanship Richards (William H.) Manuscript Ornamental Album entitled 'Manuscript Ornamental Album comprising Specimens in Penmanship and Drawing' folio, dated 1847, including ink penmanship of title, unrelated title design, Ode to Spring, a page of decorative devices, and map of England and Wales with coloured borders inscribed W. H. Richards 1847, sample book pages with vignettes, an architectural plan and elevation and several pencil sketches including one further pasted and one loose, some signed W. H. Richards and dated, the pasted portrait sketch inscribed Jenny Lind 1847
Manuscript Travel Journal late 18th Century, partially filled travel journal in limp calf bound notebook, 8vo, the first page dated 'Oct 1773' and recounting a journey to 'the Continent' in five leaves in a neat hand, the author notes his departure from Selby and travelling on the 'Hannah Sloop' for Hull where the ship stayed whilst the weather improved for the onward journey. The author explores Hull and then embarks on his further journey "I found myself exceedingly sick ... I could scarcely walk" to the Texel and then Amsterdam where in the harbour he spot "porpoises (a kind of whale)". he explores Amsterdam, focussing on mainly on architectural descriptions. A further passage sees the author leaving Frankfurt to Mainz and describing the Rhine valley. Many of the remaining pages of the book are filled with excerpts of books and poems in what appears to be another hand; together with two further volumes of excerpts and poetry including from the Brontës and lyrics from contemporary songs (3)
Gloucestershire to include Rudge (Thomas) The History of the County of Gloucester compressed and brought down to the year 1803, Gloucester: for the author, 1803, 8vo, two volumes, half roan and marbled boards, half-title, fold-out map, two plates, inscribed 'from the author'; Rudge (Thomas) The History and Antiquities of Gloucester, Gloucester: by Hough and Pace, n.d., 8vo, occasional vignettes, original boards; Notes, Historical and Architectural on the Church of St. John the Evangelist, Slymbridge, Gloucestershire, Bristol: William Strong, 1845, large 8vo, contemporary calf and marbled boards; and other volumes on Gloucestershire (8) A Gloucestershire book collector Rudge history of, 2 vols: a little wear to binding and spines, later nap of Gloucestershire to paste down, annotations to endpaper, fold out map with 1cm tear, inscribed to half title: from the author, second volume inscribed the same to endpaper, pipes lightly toned but crisp. Rudge the history and antiquities: cover loose. Binding worn, title label soiled, first few pages detaching. domesday: later binding, original covers of part 1 & 2 bound in, I eternally sound and bright with first few pages spotted. Some pages uncut. church of St John: binding worn and cover detached, fixed throughout, pages toned. clarke: binding faded, endpapers poorly reglued, titles and last few pages a little browned, old owner's marks and inscription to pastedowns and endpapers, church plate: binding good with lower corner bumped, tissues foxedy, otherwise good with light toning to pages geological survey: original wrappers chipped with edgewear, light foxing throughout and edgewear, title with pencil annotations and foxed, a few tears to binding.
Shrewsbury & Shropshire to include: Phillips (T.) The History and Antiquities of Shrewsbury from its first foundation to the present time ... with an appendix containing several particulars relative to Castles, Monasteries &c. in Shropshire, Shrewsbury: T. Wood, 1779, 4to, full tree calf rebacked, frontispiece, list of subscribers, 10 engraved plates and one folding table; Owen (H.) and Blakeway (J.B.) A History of Shrewsbury, London: Harding, Lepard, and Co., 1825, 4to, half calf and cloth boards, title and volume labels, two volumes, additional engraved titles, frontispiece, multiple engraved plates; Anderson (John Corbett) Shropshire: Its Early History and Antiquities, London: Willis and Sotheran, 1864, large 8vo, later half calf and marbled boards; Byford-Jones (W.) The Shropshire Haunts of Mary Webb, Shrewsbury: Wilding and Son Ltd, n.d. [1936], 4to, cloth spine and printed boards, decorative bookplate for J. M. Cliff, illustrated by A. Arrowsmith; and another volume on Shrewsbury; Cranage (D. H. S.) An Architectural Account of the Churches of Shropshire, Wellington: Hobson & Co., 1894, folio, 10 volumes, original printed wrappers, multiple illustrations and plans (16)A Gloucestershire book collector
Oxfordshire & Warwickshire to include: Wade (W.M.) Walks in Oxford comprising original, historical, and descriptive Account of the Colleges, Hall, and Public Buildings of the University, Oxford: Law & Whittaker, 1818, second edition, 16mo, full later blind stamped and gilt calf rebacked, folding frontispiece, multiple plates and large linen-backed fold-out map, bound with manuscript notations to the plates to back, armorial bookplate for Douglas A. Shields; Smith (William), A New and Compendious History, of the County of Warwick, Birmingham: W. Emans, 1830, vignette title, map of Warwickshire, multiple engraved plates; A Guide to the Architectural Antiquities in the Neighbourhood of Oxford, Oxford: John Henry Parker, 1842-1845, 8vo, three volumes comprising Bicester, Cuddesdon and Woodstock, volume 1 rebound in modern boards, volumes 2 and 3 with quarter roan and cloth boards (5)A Gloucestershire book collector
A pair of small patinated metal Gothic architectural wall lights by Charles Edwards, of recent manufacture, each with a trefoil pierced gallery and crown over five arched panels,17cm wide13cm deep18cm high (2)Provenance: The collection of Charles Edwards and Julia Boston, Tile Barn, Northamptonshire.Condition ReportGlass panels lacking, a few knocks and scratches present. Some disoloration to the gallery,
A baroque ebonised wooden, tortoiseshell and gilt-brass cabinet on stand, late 17th/early 18th century, Flemish, the rectangular top above a pair of panelled doors with applied hearts, enclosing a fitted interior with ripple-moulded short drawers flanking an architectural door, enclosing a mirror glass, rosewood and ivory- inlaid compartment with a paper interior and three drawers behind, all above a further long drawer and raised on a later stand,67cm wide 41cm deep 122cm highIMPORTANT NOTE:This lot contains elephant ivory material. Please be advised that several countries, including those in the EU and the USA, now prohibit the importation of ivory items unless under specific conditions. Accordingly, prospective buyers should familiarise themselves with the relevant customs regulations of their country and ensure they are able to import this item prior to bidding.This item has been registered as exempt from the UK Ivory Act 2018.Condition ReportGeneral knocks, scratches, splits, and losses throughout commensurate with age and use. Repainted with some scuffs, rubbing, and wear to decoration. Splits and rippling to the top and sides. General knocks, wear, and discolouration to tortoiseshell which is brighter to the interior. Breaks, losses, and repairs to mouldings throughout. General wear to drawer interiors. Splits, dirt, and scratches to ivory inlays, one of which is lost and filled with a composite material. One crack to a glass pane with further general surface wear, modelling, and degradation to each plate. Rubbing and wear throughout to marble paper liners. One key present which operates the smaller inner door, with a key for the front main doors and base drawer lacking. Drawers, hinges, and lock functioning. General knocks, scuffs, and wear to the base which is later as catalogued. Joints are sound and solid. Overall appears in fair and structurally stable order. Please see additional images.
A pair of neoclassical oak and painted pine occasional tables, 19th century and later, each of Corinthian capital form, adapted from architectural elements, 63cm wide 63cm deep 55cm high (2)Provenance: A Chester Jones Interior - The collection of Robert and Jenny Borgerhoff Mulder, Kensington, London W8.Condition ReportGeneral knocks and losses consistent with age and use. Each oak top with splits and some old scratches. Some chips and losses to foliate scrolls, some loose elements, some rubbing, loss, wear, and refreshment to paint decoration. Overall structurally stable and usable.
A painted pine architectural birdcage, 19th century, in the form of a building with lantern roof, over a frieze mounted with a clock face, part-glazed façade and wirework sides, with a pull-out drawer and feeder,34cm wide28cm deep52cm highProvenance: The Bunny Campione Collection.Condition ReportModerate scuffs, splits and wear commensurate with age. Structurally sound. Please see additional images.
James Ferrier Pryde, Scottish 1866–1941 - Sketch for 'The Shrine'; gouache and pencil on squared-up paper, signed lower left 'Pryde', 19.2 x 16.3 cm Provenance: J. Leger & Son, London (inscribed label attached to the reverse); Sotheby's, West Sussex, 6th May 1987; Pyms Gallery, London, stock. no.D783 and purchased from the above (label attached to the reverse) Exhibited: J. Leger & Son, London, 1949, no.33 (inscribed label attached to the reverse); Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art, Edinburgh, 'James Pryde', 14th August-11th October 1992, no.72 (label attached to the reverse of the frame) Literature: Derek Hudson, 'James Pryde 1866-1941', Constable, London, 1949, p.97 Note: Pryde was the brother of Mabel Pryde and brother-in-law to William Nicholson, with whom he collaborated on numerous poster designs. The present lot is a classic example of his work, influenced in style but the architectural forms of Piranesi and in its theatrical use of a central monument depicted in heavy chiaroscuro. His works are in public collections across the UK, including The Fleming Collection, the Tate and the National Galleries of Scotland.
Laurence Stephen Lowry RA, British 1887-1976 - The Church at Northleach, c.1940s; pencil on paper, signed lower right 'L. S. Lowry', 27.5 x 36 cm (ARR) Provenance: Halcyon Gallery, London, stock no. LSL/PWC/LAN/71434 (label attached to the reverse of the frame); private collection Note: the present work relates to the painting 'Northleach Church, 1947' that was sold at Christie's, London, on the 23rd November 1993. This painting was shown at the Lefevre Gallery exhibition 'Paintings and Drawings by L.S. Lowry, R.A.', 1976 and also as part of the Arts Council of Northern Ireland exhibition in Belfast 'L.S. Lowry' when it was on long-term loan to Salford, Museum and Art Gallery. The present work was drawn when Lowry was staying with a previous owner's parents in the area in the 1940s. L.S. Lowry is best known for his industrial landscapes of North West England, particularly around Salford and Pendlebury, Lancashire, where he worked as a rent collector for most of his career. In the present drawing, Lowry has distilled the architectural forms of the church and graveyard in a series of bold, confident lines, to create an economic but striking depiction of this view. Churches would be a repeated subject in his work throughout his career, reflecting his interest in monumental architectural forms and a sense of British social and religious history.
A. Beurdeley of Paris, a Louis XV style ormolu mantel clock with ornate architectural case and enamelled Roman dial with Arabic date, eight day countwheel movement stamped J Le Febvre Fils Paris, 40cm wide, 16cm deep, 52cm high In slightly neglected condition, ormolu a little matted, rather dusty and dirty, dial in good order, movement looks complete but not tested for timekeeping, comes with a pendulum but no key.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.
Roque of Reims, a late 19th century French Empire style Sienna marble and ormolu mounted mantel clock garniture, the clock of architectural form, with unsigned eight day movement, the pair of vases with swans neck handles and serpent mounts, clock 29cm wide, 15cm deep, 43cm high, urns 20cm wide, 37cm high Good honest untouched condition, one or two tiny scattered nicks to the marble, no real faults noted, ormolu slightly dull in finish and a little dusty but looks complete and original, dial with a matted finish, movement comes with pendulum and key but not tested for timekeeping.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.
A 19th century French bronze and ormolu mantel clock surmounted with a figure of Apollo holding a lyre, with silvered Roman dial and architectural plinth, eight day countwheel movement striking upon a bell, 34cm wide, 13cm deep, 47cm high Looks to be in good clean condition, the ormolu of even slightly matted tone with very few signs of any oxidisation, equally dial in good clean order, naturalistic bronze a little dusty, movement looks complete but lacking pendulum so not tested for timekeeping.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.
Raingo Freres, Paris, a Louis XV style bronze ormolu and white marble mantel timepiece surmounted with a reclining muse reading a scroll, over the architectural case, enamelled Arabic dial and eight day countwheel movement, 52cm wide, 19cm deep, 39cm high Honest untouched condition, the bronze figure to the top is not fixed in place and is a little dusty but otherwise fair, some scattered tiny nicks around the edges of the white marble, movement looks complete but lacks a pendulum and has not been tested.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.
A late 19th century French ormolu and champleve enamel four glass mantel clock of architectural form, with eight day movement stamped A & N Paris and mercury pendulum, 24cm wide, 15cm deep, 37cm high Honest untouched condition, the ormolu now rather matted and oxidised particularly to the upper surface areas, enamelling looks good, dial looks original but now oxidised, movement in good order, going but not tested for timekeeping.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.
A Victorian brass hour repeating skeleton clock in architectural case, with twin fusee movement, the eight day movement striking upon a blued steel gong, on original walnut plinth with glass dome, overall 37cm wide, 25cm deep, 47cm high Looks to be in very good clean condition, dome is good fit and may be the original, movement in very good clean order, is going but not tested for timekeeping.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.
A late 18th century South German walnut bureau bookcase of architectural form, with two doors enclosing shelves and short drawers over the fall enclosing fitted interior and well above three serpentine long drawers, on bracket feet, 106cm wide, 61cm deep, 206cm high Overall good clean condition with a light golden walnut tone, original lock to the upper doors has a working key, the fall has original lock but no key present, base drawers have original working key, scattered old small dents, scuffs and worm marks commensurate with age but essentially good order.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.
Lepaute of Paris, a late 19th century French ormolu mantel clock with Cupid finial and twin putto supports to the architectural case, signed enamelled dial and eight day countwheel movement striking on a bell, 24cm wide, 11cm deep, 38cm high Ormolu in good bright condition, a little light oxidisation marks in places, essentially fair order, looks like Cupid may once of held something in his hand, dial a little dirty and discoloured with chipping around edges and winding holes, possibly re-done and re-named, movement looks complete but not tested for timekeeping, no pendulum or key present,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.
Howell, James & Co. Paris and London, a Louis XV ormolu mounted alabaster clock garniture, the central architectural mantel clock with urn finial, with eight day movement striking upon a bell, with a pair of associated two light candelabra with classical figural finials and ivy entwined branches, clock 28cm wide, 36cm high, candelabra 25cm wide, 29cm high Honest untouched condition, clock with some oxidisation and rubbing to the ormolu, movement looks complete and comes with pendulum but not tested for timekeeping, candelabra with further oxidisation particularly to the male finial figured example, appear to onyx bases rather than alabaster.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.
Mathew Hill of London, a late Regency oak cased bracket clock with pineapple finial and plain architectural case, glazed arched door enclosing a painted enamelled dial, signed twin fusee movement with eight day anchor escapement striking upon a bell, 33cm wide, 19cm deep, 59cm high Somewhat neglected and sad condition, case has been stripped and repolished but has a rather raw finish, finial not fixed together properly, a separation in the top section of the timbers to the door, dial with pronounced craquelure and painted retouching throughout, hands look later, naming is later, seconds hand loose, back door with damage around the edges, no keys to the doors, movement looks largely original but perhaps with replacement bell and striker, comes with a heavy brass pendulum.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.
Edward Pistor of London, a George III ebonised pear wood eight day bracket clock in plain architectural case with brass dial, strike / silent and date aperture, eight day movement with elaborately engraved backplate, verge escapement and bob pendulum, 27cm wide, 16cm deep, 48cm high Overall looks to be in fair to good condition, probably having been restored some years ago, case in fair order but with a few old cracks and splits showing throughout, circular glass panel on the right side is cracked, no key present for back door, movement looks complete and going, pendulum possibly repaired or a replacement, comes with two winding keys.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.
A SILVER-PLATED ENAMEL STATIONERY BOX IN THE FORM OF A BOOK AND OTHER DESK ITEMS INCLUDING A GOTHIC STYLE TIME-PIECE (4)Late 19th Century With engine-milled cover, the interior fitted with a hinged time-piece, ink well, seal with monogram, pen and pencil holder and recesses, engraved ‘Elizabeth’, the spine engraved ‘Les Escritores de la Baronne’, 12cm wide; Together with French parcel gilt bronze seal in the form of Medieval knight, engraved with monogram, 6.5cm wideTogether with a French folding coin balance, 19th Century signed on the arm ‘Jecker A Paris’, in mahogany case, the underside of the lid applied with printed paper chart of ‘TABLE des Monnoies d'Or qui ont cours dans les différents Etats de l'Europe, avec la désignation de leur Poids’, 15.5cm long; Together with a silver Gothic timepiece, the architectural dial with single hand to the dial, pendulum, 6.5cm high
An 18th century Italian tabella from a nunnery in Paciano The board with an architectural cornice and with lists of names and beside responsibilities on removable pegs all beneath the inscription 'TABELLA DELLE GIOVANI ASCRITTE ALLA PIA UNIONE DELLE FIGLIE DI MARIA SSma IMMACOLATA DI PACIANO'.57cm wide x 94cm highQty: 1With minor losses, marks, and damages overall due to age and use.
A 19th century bed The painted architectural ends with outset fluted pilaster columns beneath turned finials, the ends upholstered in coral toile, all on turned tapering legs. Each end 127cm wide x 122cm highQty: 1Wear to the paintwork overall. Some marks and staining to the toile. Signs of repainting to one of the finials. The ends could possibly be converted for use as twin bed heads.
A set of Georgian-style corner alcove shelves Of architectural form with fluted pilaster columns to either side of the shaped barrel-backed shelves. In limed pine.72cm wide x 199cm highQty: 1Minor marks and losses overall. Some slight losses to the cornice. Some slight water marks. Minor damage overall. In need of re-finishing.
A group of early Worcester tea wares with printed patterns Consisting of pieces decorated in the Birds in Branches pattern; a tea bowl, saucer, and coffee can decorated with figures before buildings in a landscape; a tea bowl decorated with landscape within an ornamental border; and a larger bowl decorated with classical architectural ruins. Most pieces with hatched crescent marks. The tea bowl with figures before buildings with a stylised Worcester mark beneath, and a similar mark beneath the tea bowl and larger bowl decorated with classical ruins. Qty: 9The tea bowl with landscape in a border is in good condition with a chip to the foot rim.The tea bowl decorated with classical ruins in reasonable condition with a chip to the rim. The larger bowl decorated with classical ruins in good condition. The Birds and Branches patterned tea bowl and saucer in good condition. The coffee can decorated with figures before buildings in good condition. The tea bowl decorated with figures before buildings in good condition. The saucer with signs of a chip to the rim and possibly later gilt decoration to the border.
A GROUP OF CERAMICS, METALWARE AND JEWELLERY, to include a Royal Doulton 'Ivy' HN1768 figurine, a Royal Worcester 'Parakeet' figure, modelled by Freda Doughty (losses to both wings and tail, glue residue), a Goss 'Lady Betty' figurine, a pair of nineteenth century Days Patent brass chimney ornaments, decorated with Gothic arches and other architectural elements, un-extended height 21.5cm, possibly a table fan holder (missing fan) and a candle holder (missing decorative finial), and a selection of mainly costume jewellery earrings and necklaces, etc (5 + box of jewellery) (Condition Report: generally ok, obvious specific damage to ceramics and metalware as stated in description, jewellery is af but most pieces appear ok)
An Indian carved wooden architectural fragment - probably from a door frame, carved with a large flower, lappet border and foliage, traces of paint remaining, the top with two later inset pricket candle holders, 38 x 21cm, 20.5cm high; together with a pair of grey-blue painted carved cabriole legs from a console or dressing table, with paw feet, second half 19th century, 53cm high. (3)
This charming oil on board painting captures a delightful 18th-century style genre scene. The composition depicts a gentleman in period attire engaging warmly in a lesson with a young boy holding a book, while two women, dressed in elegant gowns, observe with smiles. A faithful dog stands beside them, completing the idyllic tableau. The scene is set within an opulent interior, with intricate architectural details, polished tile flooring, and finely rendered furniture lending depth and sophistication to the composition. The artist masterfully conveys the rich textures of the characters' clothing, the luminous sheen of the tiled floor, and the warmth of the moment. The vibrant yet balanced color palette adds to the painting's timeless appeal. Artwork dimensions: 15.50"L x 11.50"H. Frame dimensions: 21.25"L x 17"H x 1.50"W.Issued: 20th centuryDimensions: See DescriptionCondition: Age related wear.
Private Press and Limited/Signed Editions. A small selection, including: The Golden Cockerel Press. Two titles: Fielding, Henry - An Apology for the Life of Mrs Shamela Andrews. 1926. Limited edition no.37/450. With; Coppard, A. E. - Tapster's Tapestry. 1938. Unlimited edition, with prospectus bound in. Signed Limited Editions. Two titles: SOMA. June 1931. Published by K. S. Bhat in London. Limited to 30 copies, this being no.24. Signed by the contributors at the foot of each entry. Original cloth.; Collier, John - No Traveller Returns. London: The White Owl Press, 1931. Limited edition no.26/210. Signed by the author. Original cloth. With; several illustrated editions: Richards, J. M. - The Castles on the Ground. London: Architectural Press, 1946. 1st Edition. Illustrated by John Piper.; France, Anatole - Marguerite. London: John Lane, The Bodley Head. 1921. Woodcuts by Simeon.; Cobbett, W. - Life and Adventures of Peter Porcupine. London: Nonesuch Press, 1927.; and 1 other. (8)
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