The campaign group of six awarded to Private W. R. P. Seymour, Gloucestershire Regiment, late Royal West Kent RegimentSeymour was wounded in action in Italy in October 1944 and went on to be one of the 'Glorious Glosters' who was taken a Prisoner of War with 8 Platoon, 'C' Company at the Battle of Imjin River, April 19511939-45 Star; Italy Star; War Medal 1939-45; Korea 1950-53 (3959731 Pte. W. R. P. Seymour. Glosters.); U.N. Korea 1950-54, mounted court-style as worn, good very fine, together with his United States Presidential Unit Citation riband (6)William R. P. Seymour was born in Dublin in 1923 and during the Second World War served in the 5th Battalion, Royal West Kent Regiment. He was wounded in action on 20 October 1944, when the unit were thrown to attack the Gustav Line. He was transferred to the Army Reserve, by this time his family living at Ravenhill Avenue, Belfast.Recalled to the Army with the outbreak of the Korean War, Seymour would served with the 8 Platoon, 'C' Company, 1st Battalion, Gloucestershire Regiment. He shared in the actions at taken Prisoner of War at the Battle of Imjin River, 22-25 April 1951.As part of the United Nations Forces, the 1st Battalion was despatched to Korea in 1950 when the Communist North Koreans invaded South Korea without warning. Later, a Chinese Communist Army came to the assistance of the North Koreans. ln April 1951 the British 29th Infantry Brigade was holding a wide defensive position behind the lmjin River. The Glosters occupied a vital part of this front, astride the main track to Seoul, the capital city of South Korea, which was the traditional invasion route from the north.For days a Chinese attack had been expected and on the evening of 22 April, small parties of the enemy were observed approaching and then crossing the wide river bed. A patrol of 'A' Company at "Gloucester Crossing" did great execution to these parties, but soon the trickle of Chinese became a flood, and by 2330hrs the patrol had used up all its ammunition and was recalled.By 0300hrs on the morning of the 23rd, St George’s Day, 'A' Company’s position on a commanding feature named Castle Hill was under extremely heavy attack, as was 'D' Company on their right, and an hour later 'B' on the right of 'D' was equally engaged. After six hours fighting, much of it hand to hand, 'A' Company was driven back from Castle Hill and a desperate but unsuccessful counter-attack was launched to retake it, during which Lieutenant Curtis lost his life but gained a posthumous Victoria Cross. 'D' Company’s position was now untenable, so it was later withdrawn after further fighting, together with the remnants of 'A'. 'B' Company was later pulled back, and the whole Battalion now took up position on the hills around the village of Solma-Ri.The Chinese did not closely follow up this withdrawal, but meanwhile very large numbers of them had crossed the river and infiltrated past the Glosters. Their attacks on other parts of the front had been equally severe, and now the other United Nations units on their flanks had been forced back so that by mid-day the Glosters were completely separated from the rest of the Division, and indeed almost surrounded.That night 'B' and 'C' companies were heavily attacked, the former being reduced to one officer and 20 other ranks. Early the following morning, Colonel Carne decided to concentrate the remnants of his Battalion on the top of a steep and rugged feature known as Hill 235 on the map, but now as Gloster Hill (presumably one and the same 'Battalion Hill as recalled by Seymour). On the 24th no major attack developed against the Battalion, but two relieving columns of armour and infantry, sent forward by Division, failed to fight their way through. The Glosters were now completely cut off, but although short of ammunition and water they were in good heart and determined to hold out for as long as possible.ln the very early hours of the 25th, the Chinese launched an all-out attack on the hill wave after wave of shooting, screaming men surged forward, regardless of the defenders fire. Chinese trumpets directed them and encouraged them. ln order to confuse them it was decided that one of the British bugles should be blown. The adjutant then ordered Drum Major Buss to sound his bugle and on being asked what calls, replied everything except Retreat. Of all the calls the Long Reveille was the one which made the deepest impression. The battle continued with every weapon involved, and then at 9 o'clock a highly successful air strike was delivered by the US Air Force which for the time being halted the Chinese decisively. lt was during this pause that the Colonel received instructions over the wireless to fight his way out, his job done, and Brigadier Brodie wrote in the Operations log book at Brigade HQ 'Nobody but the Glosters could have done this.'The Battalion split up into groups which tried to work their way back independently, but the United Nations forces were now consolidating after their withdrawal fully seven miles to the rear, and only one party succeeded in reaching them, the rest being killed or captured. Out of 750 men of the Battalion only 150, including the rear echelon, remained on which to rebuild the unit. Lieutenant Colonel Carne, who survived his harsh imprisonment, later received the V.C., and the Battalion was awarded the Presidential Unit Citation to commemorate its magnificent stand. The Queen graciously granted permission for the emblem of the Citation to be worn by all members of the Regiment.Having been captured, Seymour was one of a band of British and American captives who were (probably) forced to sign a Statement of Protest against the bombing og a POW Camp in North Korea, their names being broadcast on Peking Radia at 0900hrs on 9 November. After his return home on his debrief he gave two statements:'My reason for my statement is that Pte. R. T. Othen was in my Squad and was taken to Hospital where he died.''Pte. E. K. Gudge was wounded on C. Coy. 8 Plt. position and when we had to withdraw back to what was so called Batt Hill [Gloster Hill] he was taken to the RAP where he died on the 24.4.51. Who was with him when he died I have forgot. Best we were told that he had died before we moved to the last position.'Sold together with a letter from RHQ and copied research.…
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Barker & Stonehouse - contemporary chestnut king size bed frame, with geometric inlaid headboard and brass detailing, slatted base and tapered brass effect legs, together with Dreams ‘Reynolds 1000’ pocket sprung mattressDimensions: Height: 110cm Length/Width: 212cm Depth/Diameter: 158cmCondition Report:Some minor surface scratching to the headboard, the mattress presenting in excellent condition.
BEATRIX POTTER - A collection of eighteen figures, including Beswick: Samuel Whiskers; Thomasina Tittlemouse; Royal Albert: Peter in Bed; Mrs Ribby; Hunca Munca Sweeping; John Joiner; Mr McGregor; Miss Doormouse and Jemima and her Ducklings; sold together with a Border Fine Arts Mrs Tiggy Winkle photograph frame (7x5), boxed; a Tale of Squirrel Nutkin Centenary Edition book and bookmark set, boxed; and two boxed Royal Albert Beatrix Potter plates (group)
BEATRIX POTTER - A collection of twenty-eight figures, including Beswick: Peter Rabbit Gardening; Mrs Tiggy-Winkle Buys Provisions; Royal Albert: Benjamin Ate a Lettuce Leaf; Little Pig Robinson Spying; Peter in Bed; Cottontail; Goody and Timmy Tiptoes; Peter in the Gooseberry Nest; Mr Benjamin Bunny; Peter with Daffodils; Foxy Reading and others (28)
ALFRED STEVENS (1823-1906) An interior with a woman by a cradle signed to the left of the cradle, oil on canvas, 102cm x 76cmProvenance: Private Collection, London.Note: Stevens studied at the Académie Royale des Beaux-Arts in Brussels before travelling to Paris in 1843, where he studied at the École des Beaux-Arts and developed a friendship with fellow Belgian artist Florent Willems (1823-1905). Both artists were heavily influenced by the interior scenes of 17th century Dutch masters, such as Gerard ter Borch (1617-1681) and Gabriel Metsu (1629-1667), with Stevens and Willems both, like their predecessors, depicting elegant women in luxurious interiors, works which are redolent with a contemplative air.The subject of the maternal figure is one which appears throughout Stevens' work, as, for example, in the painting entitled 'Une Mère' (c.1870), held at the Worcester Art Museum [1913.1], which depicts a mother and her young child sleeping peacefully in a richly decorated bed. The painting 'La Jeune Mère', held at the Dumbarton Oaks Research Library and Collection, Washington D.C. [HC.P.1926.06.(O)], is likely a preparatory study for 'Une Mère', and exhibits the same loose, sketchy brushwork that characterises the present work.Indeed, Stevens treated the subject of mother and child in a number of compositions, including also in his 'Tous les bonheurs' (1861), at the Musées Royaux des Beaux-Arts in Belgium [no.3645], which also utilises the imagery of the mother by a crib, and his 'Mother and Child' (c.1875-80) held at the Clark Art Institute in Williamsburg [1955.862].The auburn-haired figure of the present work is typical of Stevens' models, with many of his subjects bearing a strong resemblance to her. These include Sarah Bernhardt, whom Stevens depicted on multiple occasions, both in portraits but also in interior scenes, as in 'Love's Messenger' (c.1885), currently held in a Private Collection. Indeed, models with strikingly similar features can be found throughout Stevens' work, including notably, in his 'In the Studio' of 1888 [Metropolitan Museum, New York, no.1986.339.2], and in his much earlier painting 'L'atelier' of 1869 [Musées Royaux des Beaux-Arts, Belgium, no.3423], with the model's face here depicted in sharp profile, similar to the present work.In this canvas, Stevens skilfully contrasts loose brushstrokes, which effectively impart a sense of movement to the work, with a close consideration of the surfaces and textures, as in the shiny satin bow on the crib, the glimmering silverware on the table behind, and even the light which reflects off the sitter's fingernails, all of which demonstrate an attention to detail for which Stevens was renowned, and which led one critic to label him the 'Ter Borch of France'.
A Louis XV style king size cane bed, by And So To Bed113cm high162 x 230cm Includes; head board, foot board, 2x side rails with their screws, 2x feet, 3x slats (1 appears missing) and 2x bed base sections. Does NOT include; bed mattress, any additional screws, and potentially 1 slat missing. The side rails are particularly knocked with sections of the carved roses lost. The bed bases are dirtied on the sides with some minor areas skuffed. The cane work is in good condition. The side rails both have their accompanying integrated screws to fix to the head/foot boards. Please see the additional images.
A Victorian leather upholstered day bed, with buttoned leather upholstery on cabriole legs and gadrooned feet, with 'Merryweather & Son London' label to the underside,85 x 197 x 82cmThere is significant fading to the leather upholstery throughout, with areas of wear, stains and dirt build-up. Sections of the leather have come 'unfolded'. There are scratches and dents on the feet. Structurally sound. Please see the additonal images.
CHRISTIAN LIAIGRE DAYBED; LATE 20TH/EARLY 21ST CENTURY Upholstered in Rose Uniacke's 'White Rose' linen 82cm high, 128cm long, 78cm wideProvenance: Property of a Lady, Eaton Square, London Condition Report: Light marking to fabric atop of bed consistent with age and use. Few marks to base consistent with age and use. Structurally sound and in very good condition overall. Please see additional images. Condition Report Disclaimer
PHILIP PLEIN (FRENCH) "OPEN SKY" FOUR POSTER BED; LATE 20TH/EARLY 21ST CENTURY Custom made, queen size; stainless steel, with white divan and leather cushions 270cm high, 165 wide, 210cm deepProvenance: Property of a Lady, Eaton Square, London Condition Report: Signs of age and use in a domestic setting, all the joints are tidy in appearance except one to the bar at the foot - to one side this appears uneven and looks to have been repaired with a 'spot weld', there is some surface discolouration as well as the unevenness of the surface and this is presumed to be a repair - this is holding firmly at time of report. Some other light surface marks to the steel, some pitting Mattress and divan both appear 'new' and have protective plastic wraps to them - Dreweatts cannot guarantee they have never been used. Overall appears solid and stable Please see additional images for visual reference to condition Condition Report Disclaimer
A quantity of late 20th Century ladies clothing and scarves to include a 1980's Frank Usher black sequin top size M, 1970's and later night gowns A/F, a Laura Ashley black and white top UK14, an un-used Slenderella bed jacket with original tags size UK10/12, wraps to include Viyella, a Beckford blue sheer silk scarf, a Frank Usher black sequin belt, a Spanish fan and unopened packets of tights to include Silkies. Location:If there is no condition report, please request
Taxidermy: A Cased Brown Trout (Salmo trutta), circa early 20th century, a skin-mount preserved and mounted within a naturalistic setting amidst reeds and grasses, set above a painted faux rock river bed, mounted against a pale green and reed painted backdrop, enclosed within a typical wall mounted ebonised five-glass display case, 53.5cm by 10.5cm by 27.5cm
Taxidermy: A Cased Common Roach (Rutilus rutilus), dated October 1935, by John Cooper & Sons, 28 Radnor Street, St Luke's, London, EC, (Griggs), a skin mount preserved and mounted within a naturalistic setting amidst reeds and grasses, set above a pebbled and sand river bed, mounted against a pale green painted back drop, enclosed within a typical ebonised bow-fronted three-glass display case with verre eglomise border, 49cm by 11.5cm by 29cm, with gold legend to front glass - "Roach, 1lb 14ozs, Caught 25th July 1935". This case is of the William Griggs era, who took over the running of John Cooper from around 1933 and carried on trading from Bath Road, Hounslow until he passed away in 1953, William (Bertie) Griggs was regarded as one of the master exponents of preserving fish and his skills can be clearly seen within this case
A PORTUGUESE ROSEWOOD FOUR-POSTER BED 19th century and incorporating earlier elements, the rectangular canopy supported by four ring turned and barley twist posts, the pierced and carved headboard adorned with conforming turned spindles, 220cm high x 200cm long x 165cm wideProvenance: Sir Herbert Cook, Monserrate Palace, Portugal, Thence by family descent.Note: For similar examples of Portuguese beds incorporating 17th century elements, see those illustrated in J.F. Da Silva, Nascimento, Leitos e Camilhas Portugueses, 1950, Figs. 17, 19 and 21, and further examples with similar carving in the guide to the Museu-Escola de Artes Decorativas Portuguesas, 2001, pp.234-235.
Vinyl - 12 original UK 1st pressing Reggae / Ska 7” singles on Island Records to include: The Wailers – Put It On (WI 268), The Soul Brothers / Don Drummond – Ska Bostello / Looking Through The Window (WI 294), Baba Brooks / Dotty & Bonny – Guns Fever / Don't Do It (WI 229), Delroy Wilson / The Soul Brothers – Dancing Mood / More And More (WI 3013), Roy Richards / Marcia Griffiths – Green Collie / You No Good (WI 297), Blues Busters / Byron Lee And The Dragonaires – Wings Of A Dove / Dan Is The Man (WI 222), King Perry / Soul Brothers – Doctor Dick / Magic Star (WI 292), The Sound System Featuring Owen Gray – You Don't Know Like I Know (WI 258), Desmond Baker & The Claredonians / The Sharks – Rude Boy - Gone Jail / Don't Fool Me (WI 295), Joyce Bond – This Train (WIP 6018), Bob Marley & The Wailers – Roots, Rock, Reggae / Them Belly Full (But We Hungry)(WIP 6309), Lorna Bennett / Scotty & Lorna Bennett – Breakfast In Bed / Skank In Bed (WIP 6237). Condition VG overall with writing on labels.
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