Holbein (Hans, the younger). Portraits of Illustrious Personages of the Court of Henry VIII. Reproduced in Imitation of the Original Drawings in the Collection of Her Majesty. With a Short Historical Introduction by Richard R. Holmes, London: Franz Hanfstaengl, c.1900. Folio, original half vellum, printed on Japanese paper, edges untrimmed, Cole (Timothy). Old Dutch and Fleming Masters. Engraved by Timothy Cole, with Critical Notes by John C. Van Dyke and Comments by the Engraver, number 2 of 45 copies printed on handmade paper and signed by the printer, New York: The Century Co., 1895. Folio, original quarter vellum, engraved plates on india paper (mounted), Conway (Sir Martin, editor). Catalogue of the Loan Exhibition of Flemish and Belgian Art, Burlington House, London, 1927, 1st edition, number 810 of 1000 copies only, London: Country Life Ltd, 1927. 4to, original wrappers, slipcase, edges untrimmed,Rubens (Peter Paul). Musée du Louvre. Galerie de Rubens, Paris: Gustave Guérin, c.1900. Large folio, original red quarter morocco, engraved plates on india paper (mounted), and one other on Flemish art (qty: 5)Condition report: Heavy wear from use. Some damage to bindings and fading.
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A Chinese Spinach Jade Model of a Horse, in Tang style, with saddle and cloth, one foreleg raised, on a plinth base, 21cm longProvenance: With P C Lu Works of Art, Hong Kong, October 1977Condition report: Some typical minor surface abrasions.Jade 18.5cm high. Jade base 26.75cm by 6.5cm.Velvet mounted plinth 18.75cm by 7.75cm by 12mm.
Beardsley (Aubrey, illustrator). The Birth, Life and Acts of King Arthur, of his Noble Knights of the Round Table, their Marvellous Enquests and Adventures, the Achieving of the San Greal and in the End Le Morte Darthur with the Dolourous Death and Departing out of this World of them all. The Text as written by Sir Thomas Malory and imprinted by William Caxton at Westminster the Year MCCCCLXXXV and now spelled in modern style. With an Introduction by Professor Rhys, London: Dent, 1893-4. 3 volumes, 4to, bound in 1895 by R. Riviere and Son in blue crushed morocco, elaborate Art Nouveau floral decoration gilt to spines and front covers, publisher’s device gilt to rear covers, top edges gilt, others untrimmed, xc 290, [4] 291-664, [5] 665-990 [2] pp., photogravure frontispieces to volumes 1 and 3, 18 line-block plates (including frontispiece to volume 2; 4 double-page), line-block text-illustrations, decorative borders, chapter-headings and tailpieces throughout, colophon leaf, original wrappers bound in at rear, offsetting from plates, volume 3 partly unopened (qty: 3) Footnote: First Beardsley edition, superior issue printed on Dutch handmade paper, number 30 of 300 copies thus.Condition report: Morocco on spines very slightly faded; a few trivial scuffs to volume 1 front board; volume 3 front board lower fore corner very slightly bumped. Bindings signed.
A South-Staffordshire Enamel Scent Bottle and Stopper, circa 1760, of flattened pear shape with dolphin finial, painted with park landscapes in panels on a pink, yellow, green and gilt ground, 9.5cm highProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Etui, circa 1770, of moulded flattened baluster form, painted with baskets of fruit and birds in panels on a yellow ground with white diaper, containing a bodkin, tweezers and scissors, 11cm longProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: There is a small chipped loss to the cover to the top of one panel. There is a larger chip of loss to the underside. There is other typical wear and scratches throughout. There are four tools lacking to the inside. The hinge is in good order, the clasp is engaging but very loosely.
A South Staffordshire Gilt Metal Mounted and Enamel Scent Bottle, circa 1760, of flattened pear shape, painted with river landscapes in panels on a pink, yellow and green ground, the stopper with dolphin finial, 9.5cm highProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Some typical surface cracking, scratches and minor losses.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Patch Box, circa 1800, of oval form, painted with Jenny’s Return within a white enamel beaded border on a blue ground, 14.5cm longProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Some repair to base. Other losses. Some hairline cracks.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Snuff-Box, circa 1770, painted with a river landscape and with raised panels of animals in landscape, 6.5cm wideProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Typical minor losses, hairline cracks and flakes.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Snuff Box, circa 1770, of oval form, the central lozenge panel painted with a flowerhead and set with cut steel beads on an orange lattice ground painted with flowers, 5.5cm wideProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Soem steel beads missing. Typical minor flakes and hairlines.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Mounted Tortoiseshell Snuff Box, circa 1770, of oval form, the hinged cover painted with an Italianate harbour scene, 8.5cm wideProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Cover extensively scratched and cracked.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Snuff Box, circa 1770, of rectangular form, gilt with stars on a blue ground with white dotted lattice, 6.5cm wideProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Some damage and losses to edges. Some wear.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Snuff Box, circa 1770, of rectangular form, painted with panels of flowers and foliate and ribbon bands on a green ground highlighted in gilt, 7.5cm wideProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Some restoration.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Patch Box, circa 1765, of circular form, painted with a lake before a country house and with flowersprays in panels on a blue ground with white scrolls and dots, 5cm diameterProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Mirror has lost all its glass. Some typical minor losses and hairlines.
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Dobson (Austin). Eighteenth Century Vignettes. [First and] Second Series, London: Chatto & Windus, 1892-4. 2 volumes, 4to, bound in 1895 by R. Riviere and Son in red crushed morocco, Art Nouveau leaf sprays gilt to spines, covers and turn-ins, 23 plates (many photogravures on india paper, mounted), half-title to volume 2, original vellum spines bound in at rear, a few small white marks to lower fore corner of volume 1 front cover (qty: 2)Footnote: First editions, deluxe issues, respectively numbers 19 and 15 of 250 and 200 ‘specially illustrated large-paper' copies, the first series additionally signed by Dobson on the limitation leaf.Condition report: Binding only. Good condition. Some white surface marks to both, see images. One slightly faded in comparison. No cracks to the hinges or joints. No notable fading. Wear noted at the corners of the boards.
A South Staffordshire Enamel and Gilt Metal Casket, circa 1760, painted with landscapes in moulded panels on a pink ground highlighted in gilt, the interior fitted for two canisters, 14.5cm wideProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Some damage and restoration throughout. Contents missing.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Snuff Box, 19th century, of circular form, painted with flowers on a foliate and ribbon ground, 15cm diameter; and An Enamel Snuff Box, 19th century, decorated with landscape on a yellow ground with flowers, 4.5cm diameter (2)Provenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: First with some damage. Both with typical minor wear and hairlines.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Scent Bottle Case, circa 1780, of oval section rectangular form, painted in green and gilt with wavy lines, containing a glass bottle, 5.5cm longProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Wear to gilding. Some typical flakes to edges. Stopper of bottle missing.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Scent Bottle Case, circa 1780, of oval section rectangular form, painted with flowersprays on a blue ground, 5.5cm highProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Contents missing. Some typical flaking and hairline cracks, also some retouching to edges.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Etui, circa 1760, of flattened baluster form, painted with figures in classical landscapes on a pale blue ground with white diaper, containing two gilt metal bodkins, a needle case, a penknife, steel scissors and an ivory aide-memoire, 11cm longProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Case with some typical minor damage and losses. Scissors incomplete. Needle case incomplete. Some typical wear throughout. One implement missing from contents.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Cased Tape Measure, circa 1775, in the form of a drum with green and pink stripes, containing a tape measure, 1.5cm highProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Functions correctly. The tape itself with heavy wear and some tears. Panel with the crank has some wear and chipping to the opening. Side with a very short and feint hair crack.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Locket, circa 1770, in the form of a fob watch with moveable metal hands, painted in raised white enamels with a vase of fruit and flowers within dotted borders on a blue ground, 4cm wide, on a metal chatelaine with fobProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Some small losses to enamels. Typical wear and hairlines.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Box, circa 1770, in the form of a pocket watch case, printed in black with a lady on horseback clearing a fence, the reverse with turquoise ground, 4cm diameter; and A Similar Fob, in the form of a pocket watch, the reverse painted with a bird in flight, 2.5cm diameter, both on gilt metal suspension chain with small fob seal (2)Provenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: The box opens on a hinge. There is a small section of loss from the rim near the suspension loop with associated hair crack. Front panel with a section of rim loss. Some other scratches and hair cracks. The fob does not open and with hair cracks to the bird decorated panel.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Etui, circa 1770, painted with fruit in landscape on a pink ground highlighted in blue, 10cm longProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Some restoration. Contents missing.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Scent Bottle Case, circa 1770, of domed rectangular form, decorated with diagonal bands of blue and gilt bosses and green leaves, with glass scent bottle, 5.5cm longProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Stopper missing from bottle. Some cracks, chips and losses.
A South Staffordshire Enamel String Box and Cover, circa 1770, of drum form, painted with flower sprigs in panels on a blue ground with white diaper, 5.5cm highProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Damage to spout of cover. Typical minor flakes, hairlines and wear.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Pill Box, circa 1780, of circular form, printed with My love is pure And will endure within scrolls, box with turquoise ground, 3cm diameterProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Chip to foot. Typical minor flakes and hairllines.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Scent Bottle Case, circa 1780, of domed rectangular form, inscribed Esteem the Giver/Sweets to the Sweet in panels on a pink ground with rosettes, 5.5cm longProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Bottle missing. Some restoration, wear and scratching.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Counter Tray, circa 1770, of oval form, painted with playing cards within a pierced border painted with flowersprays, 10.5cm wideProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Some damage and losses.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Scent Bottle Case, circa 1780, of domed rectangular form, painted in purple monochrome with classical maidens and ornament in lemon yellow panels inscribed MON AMITIE, TOUT LE DEUX, GAGE DE, JE VOUX SOUHAITE on a pink ground gilt with stars and torches, containing a glass bottle, 6cmProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Some typical chipping and cracking to base. Some minor surface wear. Stopper missing.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Scent Bottle Case, circa 1780, of domed rectangular form, painted in purple monochrome with classical maidens and ornament in lemon yellow panels inscribed MON AMITIE, TOUT LE DEUX, GAGE DE, JE VOUX SOUHAITE on a pink ground gilt with stars and torches, containing a glass bottle, 6cmProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Some chips and cracks.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Scent Bottle Case, circa 1770, of domed rectangular form, painted with a lady and gentleman in pastoral landscapes and with flower sprigs in panels on a yellow ground with black stars, 6.5cm; and Another Similar, painted in white with paterae on a purple ground, 6.5cm (2)Provenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Both missing glass bottles and with typical chps, flakes and cracks to the enamel.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Bonbonniere, circa 1770, moulded and decorated as a walnut, 5cm longProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Box and Cover, circa 1780, of acorn form, moulded and painted with flowers on a sea-green, 5.5cm long; and A Similar Smaller Example, with flowers and ribbons on a sea-green ground, 4.5cm long (2)Provenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: First with lid stuck to body. Some typical minor wear and crazing. Second with section of base restored.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Plaque, circa 1770, of circular form, printed with A pledge of Love on a scroll ground, 4.5cm diameter, mounted in a later snuff box; A Similar Patch Box, printed A Present from London with scroll and swag borders, base with yellow ground, 4cm diameter; A Similar Patch Box, early 19th century, of oval form, inscribed Hail gentle Peace to Britain’s shore O dwell with us nor leave us more, base with blue ground, 14cm diameter; and A Similar Pill Box, early 19th century, of circular form, inscribed I will not CHANGE Till Death, 13cm diameter (4)Provenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Some damage and restoration.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Nutmeg Grater, circa 1770, of egg form, painted with landscapes in panels on a blue ground with white diaper, steel grater, 4cm longProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Some typical wear, particularly to white enamel. Minor crazing. Grater with surface rust.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Bonbonniere, circa 1770, of fluted acorn form, painted with rose sprigs in panels on a pink ground with white foliate scrolls, 6cm longProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Damage and losses to lid. Other minor wear.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Scent Bottle Case, circa 1770, of domed rectangular form, painted in pink monochrome with flowers on grey panels within gilt cartouche on a green dotted ground gilt with scrolls, 6.5cm highProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Bottle missing. Some typical flaking and cracking to enemal.
An English Enamel Snuff Box, probably Battersea, circa 1755, of circular form, printed en grisaille with a lady and chinoiserie servant with a cat in a classical landscape, base with turquoise ground, 7cm diameterProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Typical hairline cracks.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Snuff Box, circa 1800, of oval form, transfer printed and overpainted with MISS/GRANDMA, the box with pink ground, 5cm longProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Some typical hairline cracks and wear.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Patch Box, circa 1770, of oval form, printed and overpainted with A London Gift Westminster Bridge, box with yellow ground, 5.5cm wide; and A Similar Box, printed and overpainted with The Queen’s House Greenwich, box with blue ground, 5.5cm wide (2)Provenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Both with cracks, losses and wear.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Patch Box, circa 1790, of oval form, printed and overpainted with an altar inscribed Esteem the Giver within a white beaded border on a pink ground, 15.5cm wideProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Mirror probably later. Some typical minor war, scratching and hairlines.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Snuff Box, circa 1770, of oval form, printed and overpainted with a gentleman serenading a lady with a flute and painted with flowersprays, 8cm longProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Some surface scratching. Typical minor flakes and hairline cracks.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Patch-Box, circa 1780, printed with a courting couple and inscribed My Love I’ll Treat With Kisses Sweet, box with blue ground, 4cm wide; and A Similar Patch Box, Let Virtue be your Guide, box with pink ground, 4cm wide (2)Provenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Minor wear, scratching and flakes.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Snuff Box, circa 1770, of oval form, the central lozenge panel painted with a flowerhead and set with cut steel beads on an orange lattice ground painted with flowers, 5.5cm wideProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Hinge damaged. Losses to enamel on footrim. Other typical minor losses and hairline cracks.
An Unusual South Staffordshire Enamel Box and Cover, circa 1770, of rectangular form, the hinged cover moulded, pierced and painted with a basket of flowers, 5.5cm longProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Mount separated from base. Some typical chips, flakes and hairlines.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Snuff Box, circa 1770, of rectangular form, painted with a bird and fruit on a blue and white diaper ground, 5.5cm wideProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Typical minor flakes and hairline cracks.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Patch Box, circa 1770, of rectangular form, painted in puce monochrome with classical buildings in landscape, the inside inscribed Fidelle et Secret, 5.5cm wideProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Typical minor wear and hairlines.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Snuff Box, circa 1770, printed and overpainted with a couple before a chapel and with flowersprays, 16cm wideProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Typical hairline cracks and wear.
An English Enamel Snuff-Box, possibly Battersea, circa 1755, of oval form, printed en grisaille with a family travelling on a donkey and with figures in rural landscapes, 8cm wideProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Cover with chips and cracks. Other typical minor flakes and hairline cracks.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Snuff Box, circa 1765, of oval form, painted with a village scene and with flowersprays on a gilt lattice, the interior inscribed L’Amour & L’Gloire, 14.5cm diameterProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Typical minor wear and hairlines.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Snuff-Box, circa 1770, of rectangular form, painted with figures on a bridge and in a boat in a park landscape and with landscape vignettes on a pink ground, 8cm wideProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Some damage and restoration.
Shakespeare (William). A Midsummer Night’s Dream by William Shakespeare. Illustrated by Robert Anning Bell. Edited with an Introduction by Israel Gollancz, London: J. M. Dent & Co., 1895. 4to, original white buckram over bevelled boards, title and Art Nouveau decoration gilt to front, top edge gilt, others untrimmed, with an additional suite of 12 wood-engravings on india paper, mounted (comprising duplicates of the frontispiece, title-page, 9 plates and the tailpiece; requisite number unknown), partly unopened, tear to duplicate plate facing p. 31, Wyndham (Richard). A Book of Towers and Other Buildings of Southern Europe. A Series of Dry-Points. With an Introduction and Brief descriptions by Sacheverell Sitwell, London: Frederick Etchells & Hugh Macdonald, 1928. Folio, original yellow half vellum, edges untrimmed, half-title, engraved additional title-page, 24 engraved plates, with original slipcase (sunned and worn),Lawrence (John). John Clare. The Shepherd’s Calendar, London: Paradine, 1978. 4to, original quarter cloth, top edge gilt, others untrimmed, 13 tipped-in woodcut headpieces, laid-in tissue-guards, original slipcase, Krutch (Joseph Wood). Edgar Allan Poe. A Study in Genius, New York: Alfred A. Knopf, 1926. 8vo, original vellum-backed patterned boards, edges untrimmed, 12 halftone photograph plates, unopened,Thomson (Hugh, illustrator). The Chase by William Somerville. Reprinted from the Original Edition of 1735, with a Memoir of the Author, London: George Redway, 1896. 4to, original quarter vellum, top edge gilt, others untrimmed, printed on japon,and one other (Arthur Rackham, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, 1st edition, 2nd impression, 1911, browned, frontispiece tissue-guard loose, not collated) (qty: 6)Footnote: Shakespeare: first edition thus, deluxe issue, number 4 of 50 copies on hand-made paper.Wyndham: first edition, number 325 of 350 copies only, printed on Zanders hand-made paper.Lawrence: first edition thus, number 218 of 400 copies (numbered 101-500) signed by the artist and printer.Krutch: first edition, number 111 of 140 copies on Borzoi rag paper signed by the author, from the total edition of 150 copies.
A Gilt Metal Desk Set, 20th century, comprising a stapler in the form of a grasshopper, a pencil sharpener surmounted by a mouse, four clips, a note frame and pen, four various glass paperweights, a white metal mounted horn inkpot, a chrome sellotape dispenser, three Limoges Chantilly sprig boxes and covers, a Staffordshire enamel box, a faux ivory box and cover, a glass dish, four lacquer wine cups, a chrome circular box, a desk blotter, ten polished stone pebbles, two trench art ashtray (qty)
Rostand (Edmond). Cyrano de Bergerac, 1st edition, Paris: Charpentier et Fasquelle, 1898. 8vo, bound in 1898 by Riviere and Son in red crushed morocco, Art Nouveau leaf-spray devices gilt to spine and covers, top edge gilt, others untrimmed, original wrappers bound in at rear, together with 9 others (not collated, including: Mortimer, Twenty Great Horses, 1967, 4to, contemporary orange morocco gilt for Asprey; Crankshaw, The Habsburgs, 1st edition, 1971, 4to, contemporary red half morocco gilt for Asprey; William Watson, Wordsworth’s Grave and Other Poems, London: T. Fisher Unwin, 1890, printed on japon, number 24 of 30 copies signed by the publisher and author) (qty: 9)
PAIR OF CONTINENTAL SILVER PLATED TANKARDS,relief decorated in the Art Nouveau manner, 41cm highCondition report: Some small areas where the plating has worn thin and areas of relief decoration worn down, likely due to over cleaning and age. Interior has some light corrosion. Some general surface wear including nibbles, scratches, etc. in keeping with age and use. No makers marks visible, only markings etched "42" and "76" to the interior of the lids. Images available.
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