*Cecil Collins (1908-1989)'The Traveller'signed and dated 1935 u.l., gouache on green paper26 x 19.5cmProvenance: Austin Desmond Fine Art, London;a handwritten label verso states that this is from the collection of Julian Trevelyan.*Artist's Resale Right may apply to this lot.Condition report: The paper has a light wave. Light creases lower left corner, and light margin-like marks along top edge and down right side. Some light brown stains to the paper and to the paint. Not seen outside of glazed frame.
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A LATE 20TH CENTURY AMERICAN CARVING KNIFE & FORK with cast handles in the form of tree branches and stainless steel blades and tines, by Austin Creations of North Carolina, together with a pair of handmade squat pricked candlesticks with beaten bodies, maker's mark "Jabet", probably Colonial; the knife 11.8" (30 cms); 23.4 oz weighable silver (4)
12 EARLY SALE CATALOGUES BOUND IN ONE VOLUME: 1- Mr. Christie: May 21, 1819, 2- Stevens, Mr. J C: Feb 17, 1836, Fossil remains of “Mastodon & Mammoth, Ohio”; 3- Stevens, J C & S: June 8, 1840, “Shell collection”; 4- Wentworth, J: Nov. 29/30 1843; 5- Austin (Bristol): April 15, 1845, Fossils..; 6- Deck & Newson: Nov 19, 1844, “Books”; 7- George Folds (Dublin): 1841, 82pp; 8- Stevens: April 23, 1840, “Anatomical & Pathological Museum & Medical Library”; 9- Stevens: Dec. 15, 1843, bird skins from Alexandria, Bogota, etc.; 10- Stevens: July 18, 1836; 11- Christie & Masons: March 5, 1845; Coins & Medals; 12- Deck, Mr: June 22, 1836; Shells, Fossils & Minerals.
1964 MG 1100 Mk. I Transmission: manualMileage:40000In 1962, a quite revolutionary new saloon was launched by BMC at the same time as the brand new MGB. Initially wearing the Morris badge, ADO16 was hot from the drawing boards of Alec Issigonis and Pininfarina. Offered in many guises by Innocenti, Morris, Riley, Wolseley, Vanden Plas and Austin, the AD016 was truly universal in its appeal. In line with BMC's policy at the time, Austin badged versions of the ADO16 were built at Longbridge, whilst Morris and MG versions were assembled at Cowley. The original Mk. I models were distinctive for their use of a Hydrolastic suspension. Unlike almost all of its competitors, the AD016 featured front-wheel drive instead of the rear-wheel drive. The Mk. I Austin/Morris 1100 was available, initially, only as a four-door saloon.This little early MG 1100 is in good condition throughout and is presented in the factory colour specification of grey over cream with blue interior trim. Recent works include overhauled carburettors and rubber perishables replaced. Imported from the dry climates of South Africa and recently fully recommissioned, this 1964 example has been UK registered and starts and fires into life with aplomb. Recently benefitting from new carpets and fully overhauled brakes, this MG has a four-speed synchromesh gearbox. Supplied with an MoT test certificate until September 2021, this ground breaking small car is offered without reserve and is a real MG collectors delight.Guide Price £4,000 - £7,000Interested parties should satisfy themselves as to the description and condition of each lot prior to the sale. Accordingly, buyers are on notice that each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ subject to the Terms and Conditions for the auction. Buyers are advised to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out this service. Historics will not entertain disputes over descriptions.
1966 Austin Mini Cooper Mk. I (998cc) Transmission: manualMileage:6179These fabulous and popular little cars were designed in 1959 and were heralded as a new concept in car design. Little did they know or envisage what would become of these great models. With a monocoque shell, transversely mounted engine and front wheel drive, the new 'Mini' soon became popular across the world and to all types of individual well healed or not! The potential for competition use was soon seen by John Cooper; he eventually persuaded BMC and the two worked together culminating in the birth of the Austin Mini Cooper and the Morris Mini Cooper in 1961. Victories in the 1964, 1965 and 1967 Monte Carlo Rallies set the Mini on the road to fame but probably the greatest publicity was gained from the, somewhat unfair, disqualification for lighting irregularities in the 1966 event after coming in 1st, 2nd and 3rd. A more powerful Mini Cooper, dubbed the 'S', was developed in tandem and released in 1963.This lovely example of this British classic is presented in Island Blue with an Old English White roof and was recently the subject to some extensive works to the body by Old School Mini. The very nice interior is finished in period correct Cumulous Grey with Gold Brocade and the wheels have just been refurbished with new tyres fitted all round. Its 998cc engine was modified in 2018 using a 1100 crankshaft and it is supplied with its Heritage Certificate confirming the colour, engine and chassis numbers. This is an extremely desirable little Mini Cooper offered in good condition throughout.Interested parties should satisfy themselves as to the description and condition of each lot prior to the sale. Accordingly, buyers are on notice that each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ subject to the Terms and Conditions for the auction. Buyers are advised to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out this service. Historics will not entertain disputes over descriptions.
1932 Austin 7 Gordon England Special Transmission: manualMileage:8324The Austin 7 is an economy car that was produced from 1923 until 1939 in the UK. It was nicknamed the ‘baby Austin’ and was, at that time, one of the most popular cars produced for the British market and also sold well abroad. Its effect on the British market was similar to that of the Model T Ford in the US.Herbert Austin's son-in-law, Arthur Waite, soon began to achieve remarkable sporting successes beginning at Brooklands in March 1923 and the next month at Monza. Another driver, E C Gordon England, persuaded Sir Herbert to provide him with a racing 7. Waite and Lou Kings (chief tester) then experienced a run of failure brought about by inadequate engine lubrication for racing conditions. Meanwhile, Gordon England, flushed with success from establishing six new class records at Brooklands, had built a special lightweight two-seater body weighing just 20lb and entered it in the 1100cc class for the Junior Car Club 200 mile race at Brooklands in October 1923. There Gordon England finished in second place and during the race won another five class records. Austin 7s were rebuilt as ‘specials’ after the Second World War, including the first race car built by Bruce McLaren, and the first Lotus, the Mk I. Companies such as Speedex in Luton thrived in the late 1950s by producing race-proven bodies and engine parts for the Seven chassis. The ‘Specials’ were more commonly used latterly as ‘mud pluggers’ in hillclimbing.This lovely little British classic is presented in the traditional blue vinyl body covering with grey wheel arches/runner boards and natural aluminium bonnet cover. It has a black interior and black hood, both of which are in good condition and has just had its wheels refurbished at vast expense, including new inner tubes fitted. It is powered by a lively 747cc four-cylinder engine mated to a three speed manual gearbox and is on the button! These are rare cars and certainly one in this condition should not be missed.Interested parties should satisfy themselves as to the description and condition of each lot prior to the sale. Accordingly, buyers are on notice that each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ subject to the Terms and Conditions for the auction. Buyers are advised to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out this service. Historics will not entertain disputes over descriptions.
1990 Mini Mayfair Transmission: manualMileage:22298The Mini was a made by the British Motor Corporation (BMC) and its successors from 1959 until 2000. The original is considered a British icon of the 1960’s, and its space-saving front-wheel drive layout which allowed 80% of the car's floorpan to be used for passengers and luggage, influenced a generation of car makers. In 1999 the Mini was voted the second most influential car of the 20th century, behind the Ford Model T. The Mini Mk. I had three major UK updates; the Mk. II, the Clubman and the Mk. III. The Mini Cooper and Cooper ‘S’ were sportier versions that were successful as rally cars, winning the Monte Carlo Rally four times from 1964 through to 1967. Initially Minis were marketed under the Austin and Morris names, as the Austin Seven and Morris Mini Minor, until Mini became a marque in its own right in 1969. Throughout the 1980’s and 1990’s the British market received numerous ‘special editions’ of the Mini, which shifted the car from a mass-market car into a fashionable icon.Supplied originally by Wadham Stringer in Guildford on 1st April 1990 at a cost of £6,075.00. The only optional extra fitted to the car was automatic transmission which at the time cost £718.39 plus VAT. This one owner vehicle has only covered 22,298 miles from new and presents in very good original condition. This particular car has the front and rear bumpers and door handles painted in grey, which was a rare specification order at the time. Finished in Henley Blue with a light blue velour interior, this delightful one owner Mini Mayfair is supplied with the original sales invoice and a number of invoices, together with two sets of keys, a V5C registration document and a current MoT test certificate valid until 19th February 2022.Interested parties should satisfy themselves as to the description and condition of each lot prior to the sale. Accordingly, buyers are on notice that each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ subject to the Terms and Conditions for the auction. Buyers are advised to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out this service. Historics will not entertain disputes over descriptions.
1962 Austin Healey 3000 BJ7 Mk. II A Transmission: manualMileage:13636The Healey 3000 represents one of the most graceful and yet powerful classic English sportscars ever produced. It started with the 100/4, subsequently enlarged to 2.6 litres in the 100/6 and finally the powerful incarnation, the three litre, 3000. All three incarnations looked superb and drove equally well hence their regular use within motorsport. Twin SU carburettors and front disc brakes combined to good effect, the car was well balanced and powerful. The BJ7 was really an advanced Healey 3000 with a more considered windscreen design, wind-up windows and a quick action folding roof.Supplied new in Gibraltar and registered to its first owner in 1962, this wonderful Austin Healey was repatriated to the UK in 1971 where it was registered to Gifford William Carr of Leicester. During the 1990s the Healey underwent an extensive restoration, the majority of the work undertaken by renowned marque specialist, JME Healey Ltd. In 1997, the engine, gearbox and all body panels were removed to enable a full body and chassis restoration. In the past ten years further extensive works have been carried out including a new fuel tank, new rear end, two door panels, new fuel pump, heater and starter motor in addition to the front suspension being extensively rebuilt, new springs, shock absorbers and king-pins were fitted as well as a new steering box and new brakes and shoes. Also completed at this time was a rebuilt gearbox and differential unit as well as new harnesses and a new hood. Unfortunately, over the years some of the restoration invoices have been misplaced although there is a record of more recent work commissioned by the current vendor. Offered in very good order throughout, the paintwork still retains a deep shine and the chrome work presents very well as does the interior and hood which show very few imperfections. The vendor reports that the Healey drives very well and sounds fantastic when on song. Offered with a sizeable history file including the Heritage Certificate, various sundry invoices, old MoT test certificates, a V5 registration document and a current MoT test certificate valid until November 2021. This well-maintained and sensibly upgraded Healey has been dry stored by the current vendor and only used in good weather conditions, as such it presents very well indeed and is ready to be enjoyed by its new custodian.Interested parties should satisfy themselves as to the description and condition of each lot prior to the sale. Accordingly, buyers are on notice that each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ subject to the Terms and Conditions for the auction. Buyers are advised to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out this service. Historics will not entertain disputes over descriptions.
1964 Austin Mini Cooper Mk. I (997cc) Transmission: manualMileage:87159The history of this revolutionary motorcar is well known and its impact socially, culturally and mechanically is well documented. The Swinging Sixties, The Beatles, Twiggy and the Mini are inexorably combined to represent an era that is remembered with great fondness by many people. Very few classic cars have seen such a meteoric rise in values as the Mini has over the past five years. The Mini holds an iconic place in British motor car history and in the hearts and minds of any driver, it is safe to say no other car can spark a conversation in the same way with many people having owned a Mini and likely to have a story or two to tell. On its introduction in August 1959 the Mini was marketed under the Austin and Morris names, as the Austin Seven and Morris Mini Minor. The Austin Seven was renamed Austin Mini in January 1962 and Mini became a marque in its own right in 1969.The Austin Mini Cooper Mk. I (997cc) offered here is a 1962 example. This car looks stunning in green with a contrasting white roof and is complemented with a green and beige trim. This Austin Mini was supplied overseas and imported back into the U.K on 4th January 1964. Registration number EFD 766B shows just four registered keepers with the same family owning the car from 1964 all the way up to 2013. The car is supplied with its original 1960’s registration document, British Motor Industry Heritage Certificate, original Mini Cooper handbook and various invoices for recent servicing work. A perfect opportunity to own such an iconic British classic, which will certainly appreciate over time.Interested parties should satisfy themselves as to the description and condition of each lot prior to the sale. Accordingly, buyers are on notice that each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ subject to the Terms and Conditions for the auction. Buyers are advised to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out this service. Historics will not entertain disputes over descriptions.
1985 Austin Maestro 1.3 Mk. I Transmission: manualMileage:18266The Austin Maestro was produced from 1983 to 1987 by British Leyland and from 1988 until 1995 by Rover Group. The car was produced at the former Morris plant in Cowley, Oxford although today, the redeveloped factory produces the BMW Mini. The Maestro incorporated many novel and pioneering features for its class. It had a bonded laminated windscreen, homofocal headlamps, body-coloured plastic bumpers, an electronic engine management system, adjustable front seat belt upper anchorage positions, an asymmetrically split rear seat and a 12,000-mile service interval.Offered from a deceased estate, this 1985 Austin Maestro is in remarkable and original condition. The Maestro has only three owners recorded in total. A Miss Audrey Baker purchased the car on 14th October 1985 less than one month from the date of first registration at the original supplying Austin-Rover dealers the Marn Group, London. The car was the pride and joy of its last owner and attended many local rallies. When he purchased the car in 2013, the centre of the roof had dull paintwork so a Union Jack was applied. This does not detract from the overall appearance; in fact, quite the opposite with, apparently, many positive comments received from onlookers during trips. The car was recently inspected by a marque collector and specialist who stated that, due to the car’s condition, the mileage is believed genuine making this, probably, one of the lowest mileage examples in existence. Certainly, on inspection, the key areas that are first to succumb to rot and wear on these models are in remarkable condition. These include the engine bay, undersides, filler cap area, interior and luggage compartment area amongst others. There are one or two marks on the coachwork, but these do not deflect from its overall condition. This example is a Mk. I base model with the more desirable early dashboard and instrumentation. The car comes complete with its original and unused tools and jack etc. There is also a UK V5C registration document, manuals, original radio (not fitted) and approximately two boxes of spare parts.Finished in Moonraker Blue with a grey interior, this charming Maestro is a rare car indeed and with such low mileage, ownership history and great condition, it is highly collectible. Interested parties should satisfy themselves as to the description and condition of each lot prior to the sale. Accordingly, buyers are on notice that each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ subject to the Terms and Conditions for the auction. Buyers are advised to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out this service. Historics will not entertain disputes over descriptions.
A pair of early 20th century Royal Worcester porcelain cabinet plates, each reserved with a spray of coloured flowers, painted by W H Austin, within a maroon and gilt border, printed marks with MARTINS DETROIT MICH. to the base, 27cm diameter, together with a Crown Derby porcelain presentation Imari plate, printed marks and Wm. Townson & Sons Ltd. Centenary 1864-1964 to the base, 27cm diameter (3)
A quantity of vintage Scalextric, including Set 65, Austin Healey 3000 and Mercedes 190SL, Track & Pit Lights, Trackside Accessory Pack, Spectator's Stand, some boxed, together with a small quantity of Dinky diecast cars and vehicles, playworn, and Subbuteo table soccer 'Continental' Club edition, boxed (a lot)
A small group of 6 empty boxes to include the following, Corgi 335 Jaguar E Type box in good condition, 74 Ford 5000 tractor box (cello. missing), 271 Ghia 5000 (cello. split), Dinky 160 Mercedes 250SE box missing end flap but does have inner, Matchbox no.18 Caterpillar and a 29 Austin A55 box both missing some flaps. (BF-G).
Matchbox mixed group of 5 models as follows: No.39 Pontiac in yellow, bpw (un boxed) does have a handful of tiny chips to raised edges, No.53 Mercedes in red, bpw, Austin A50 with mw (unboxed) and two YYs- Y1 Traction engine, Y2 B type bus (does have cast error to windows), models generally good to very good condition, boxes in to fair condition. (BF-G)
TOTTENHAM HOTSPUR AUTOGRAPHS A small sheet of greaseproof paper signed by Dave MacKay, Maurice Norman, John Hollowbread, Johnny Smith, Bill Brown, Eddie Clayton, Peter Baker and one other and 12 signed Promatch 86 cards inc. Sherringham, Wilson, Armstrong, Austin, Calderwood, Mabbutt, Fox, Howells, Rosenthal, Walker, Anderton and Campbell. A white card signed by Peter Crouch and a 4 page programme for a minor cup final at Welwyn Garden City signed on the cover by Joe Kinnear and Terry Venables. Good
Vintage Black Opera Top Hat In Original Case, a collapsible variation on a traditional top hat; spring loaded it can be flattened or popped up with a flourish with one hand and is known as an 'Opera' hat as it was primarily intended to be stored under the seat during performances; Gerrards Hats by Austin Reed Ltd,.London
Leonard Bridgman (1895-1980) - a Collection of 25 First World War Aircraft Drawings, in pencil, including Spad 23 Sqn., Camel No.10 Sqn., 80 Gnome Bleriot, Blackburn Mk.1, Hendon RAF Display 1922, Demon No.64 Sqn etc. (Leonard Bridgman was an aviation artist and the editor of Jane's All The World's Aircraft from 1941-1959); Austin Blomfield - R.A.F. Component B.E.F., Twenty Original Drawings, 1940, signed presentation inscription from the artist, black and white printed plates, original blue boards (boards marked and faded)
JOSEPH AUSTIN BENWELL (1816-1886); heightened watercolour, Orientalist study of a travelling group featuring two ladies on camel and a figure with rifle to foreground, signed lower right, Boydell Galleries of Liverpool label verso, 37 x 25cm, framed and glazed.Additional InformationSome spotting to the mount, some scuffs to frame, paper of image a little wavy and slightly coming away from the mount and the top and right sections.
16 Vanguards. 4x Mini Vans- Royal Mail, AA Patrol Service. Cable & Wireless and RAC Road Service. 5x Morris Minor Vans- Ovaltine, Hoover, RAC Road Service, Caffyns and AA Patrol Service. 4x Austin A40 Vans- Ransoms, AA Technical Service, Heinz and BBC Television Outside Broadcast. Ford Thames Van, Brylcreem. Austin A35 Van, RAC Road Service. Plus a Ford Anglia Van, London Transport. All boxed, minor wear. Contents probably complete. £80-120
Lansdowne Models LDM.44x. 1948 Austin Atlantic 'A90'. An L.C.C. Special 2006, top-up in black with red roof, black wheels with plates hubcaps and white wall tyres, 'LCC 2006' registration plates. A Limited Edition example (Seventh Anniversary Model) 1/130 produced. Boxed with information card and female figure. Mint. £70-100
9 Atlas Dinky. Foden 14-Ton Tanker, Regent (942). Guy Van, Spratt's (917), Guy Flat truck (512), Bedford TK Crash truck (434), Triumph TR2 Sports (105), Austin Atlantic Convertible (106), Ford Zephyr Saloon (162), Porsche 356A Coupe (182) and a Morris Mini Traveller (197). All boxed, contents Mint. £70-90
9 Atlas Dinky. Foden Flat Truck with chains (905). Foden Diesel 8-Wheel Wagon (901). Austin Atlantic Convertible (106). Jaguar XK120 Coupe (157). Aston Martin DB3S (110). Volvo 122S (184). Porsche 356A Coupe (182). Triumph TR2 Sports (111). Plus a Morris Mini-Traveller (197). All boxed. Contents Mint. £70-90
9 Atlas Dinky. Guy Van, 'Slumberland' (514). Guy Van 'Lyons Swiss Rolls' (514). Guy Warrior Flat Truck (432). Bedford 10CWT Van, 'Dinky Toys' (482). Austin Wagon (412). Volkswagen (181). Triumph TR2 Sports (111). Aston Martin DB3S competition (110). Plus another Aston Martin DB3S (104). All boxed. Contents Mint. £70-90
6 Dinky Toys Military Vehicles. Missile Erecting Vehicle with Corporal Missile & Launching Platform (666). An Antar Tank Transporter (660). A Foden 10-Ton Army Truck (622) and an Austin Champ (674). All boxed. Plus 2 loose examples- a Centurion Tank and a Berliet Gazelle Missile Launching Vehicle. Some light wear to boxes. Vehicles VGC-Mint, minor chipping. £70-100
5 Dinky Toys. 2x Luxury Coaches 281. An example in maroon with cream flashes and maroon wheels. Plus another in fawn with orange flashes with cream wheels. Plus a Morris Oxford 159 in cream and cerise with beige wheels. An Austin A105 176, in light grey and red flashes. Plus a Rolls Royce Silver Wraith i150 n two tone grey, with plated spun wheels. All with black tyres. VGC-Mint. Morris some fading/light chips. £50-70
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