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Click here to subscribeGeorge V silver capstan inkwell of conventional circular form, with hinged cover (Birmingham 1913), another similar but of oval form, with hinged cover engraved - 1891 - 1916 (Birmingham 1914) and one other inkwell in the form of a bell (Birmingham 1909). All by A. & J. Zimmerman, oval inkwell 15cm across (3)
Early 18th century eight day marquetry longcase clock with 11 inch square brass and silvered dial, signed - Wm. Grimes, London, crown and cherub spandrels, subsidiary seconds and date aperture, ringed winding holes, eight day movement with pinned turned pillars, striking on a bell with repeat, in walnut marquetry inlaid case decorated with spiral-twist columns to hood, with vase of flowers and birds, lenticle glass to door, on bracket feet, 107cm high x 40cm wide (pendulum, key and weights present) CONDITION REPORT General overall condition is good. Movement is actually 6 pillar with latched front plate. Movements dirty but we believe it to be in working order, now wired 110 gut. Dial is clean and appears to be original to the movement, hands are worn, second hand maybe a replacementCase is in quite good condition, veneer is lifting on lower right side towards the back. Plinth has been altered and some of marquetry pattern lost. Backboard has been alteredHood was originally rising, now altered to slide on and off with hinged door. Top possibly repaired or replaced and now covered with material. Original cresting rail missingMovement fits but cheeks have either been repaired on the front or extended. Seat board corners have been cut out behind dial. Also face sits on two nailsIt is difficult to say whether or not the case and movement are original to each other. There is no dial mark, but face appears to fit properly behind the door
A diamond pendant by Chantecler, the bell shaped pendant applied with a brilliant cut diamond cockerel and pendulum on a brilliant cut diamond pendant loop, approximate total diamond weight 0.25 carats total, signed Chantecler Capri to the reverse, stamped 18KT with Italian punzoni, 2.1cm long, attached to a white gold coloured foxtail link chain, stamped 750, 8.5g gross
A beige silk taffeta day dress with matching pelerine, late 1840s, adorned with braid and silk wrapped buttons, bell-shaped sleeves with gathered taffeta inner cuffs, rear fastened by hooks and eyes; the fichu adorned with rosettes and braid; and a matching reticule, bust approx 76cm, 30in (2) CONDITION REPORT: centre front bodice seam has been opened and boning removed, bodice side seams have been let out, but this looks like a 19th century alteration. The centre seam can easily be re-sewn but it is concealed by the pelerine in any case. Buttons or rosettes from bodice centre front are missing. Faint perspiration stains and small split at left underarm. Fabric is remarkably fresh and lustrous. Fichu good condition, no problems. Overall impression is good.
Henry Marc, Paris, a good 19th century French bronze, ormolu and porcelain mounted mantel clock, the 8-day drum movement numbered 18635 striking on a bell, the white enamelled dial with Roman numerals, the case impressed H. Picard, the well executed plaques inscribed to the verso Picard/Blumberg, 42 cm x 30 cm h
A rare C19th Indian miniature depicting a temple scene, Shrinathji Rajasthan, possibly Nathadwara or Kotah, under ornate roof holding sword, lotus flower, shell and a golden artefact in is four hands. Accompanied by three devotees holding flame, bell and sword with red border. Natural pigments and gold on paper H24.5cm W18cm
A Part Service of French Silver Flatware, Quielle, Paris, First Standard, 2nd half 19th century, with reeded border and bell flower decorated terminal, engraved to the underside with initials, comprising: six tablespoons; six table forks; three dessert forks; and three dessert spoons, 45oz 14dwt (18)
An oak thirty hour longcase clock, signed Benj Reeves, Lamberhurst, circa 1770, flat top pediment, 11-inch brass dial with chapter ring signed, bird cage movement with anchor escapement and countwheel striking on a bell, 210cm high29.08.17, Case surfaces have been cleaned throughout, later hood caddy, columns with re-painted gilt capitals, trunk with a later handle, trunk left hand side with scuff marks, trunk with a replaced piece of wood next to the trunk door lock, re-built plinth, dial is discoloured, with pendulum and weight.
An undated archaistic bronze vessel with drum-shaped body, trumpet mouth, openwork bell-shaped girdle below; the three legs each formed as a human figure supporting the girdle; three radiating bird figures to the shoulder, two dragon handles between; high-relief scroll detailing. 4.6 kg, 33cm (13"). Property of a London gentleman; acquired before 1980. [No Reserve] Fine condition.
2nd millennium BC-19th century AD. A large quantity of objects including five bronze casket keys, a miniature cannon, a bronze cosmetic grinder, a bronze axehead fragment, a bronze spear-tip, a bronze beehive thimble, a silver Jubilee badge, bronze buckles, bronze buttons, eleven lead loomweights, Roman bow brooches and fragments, a bronze crotal bell, bronze finger rings and a fragment, a bronze strap end with low-relief Trewhiddle Style decoration, a bronze chisel, eight lead musket and pistol balls, and other items. 1.9 kg total, chisel: 69mm (2 3/4"). The Chris Rudd collection, Norfolk, UK; formed since the 1970s; collection number N1-19; found South West Norfolk, UK. Chris Rudd has collected ancient coins and antiquities since the 1940s. As an amateur archaeologist he found many himself at Badbury Rings, Dorset, 1952-53. He also dug at Hod Hill with Professor Sir Ian Richmond and at Wroxeter with Dame Kathleen Kenyon and Dr Graham Webster. Today he is best known as a Celtic coin dealer. His catalogues have been described as ‘an important research source’ by Professor Sir Barry Cunliffe and ‘treasure houses of delight’ by Dr Anne Ross. Coins and artefacts associated with Chris Rudd – as a collector, dealer and valuer – can be seen in The British Museum and other museums. This collection was formed since the 1970s. [No Reserve] Fair condition.
1st-19th century AD. A mixed group including a small cow-bell, five lead seals, four lead musket balls, bronze brooches and fragments, bronze harness rings, two bronze miniature cannons, a bronze finger ring, bronze purse frame fragments, brass brooches and clasps, a Fairbairn-Sykes(?) knife and other items. 1.6 kg total, 2-29cm (2 - 11 1/2"). The Chris Rudd collection, Norfolk, UK; formed since the 1970s; collection number DM1,6,7,20,24,38,44,47,37,52 and CB19; found near Downham Market, Norfolk, UK. Chris Rudd has collected ancient coins and antiquities since the 1940s. As an amateur archaeologist he found many himself at Badbury Rings, Dorset, 1952-53. He also dug at Hod Hill with Professor Sir Ian Richmond and at Wroxeter with Dame Kathleen Kenyon and Dr Graham Webster. Today he is best known as a Celtic coin dealer. His catalogues have been described as ‘an important research source’ by Professor Sir Barry Cunliffe and ‘treasure houses of delight’ by Dr Anne Ross. Coins and artefacts associated with Chris Rudd – as a collector, dealer and valuer – can be seen in The British Museum and other museums. This collection was formed since the 1970s. [99, No Reserve] Fair condition.
An undated archaistic bronze figure of the Bodhisattva Vajradhara, seated with crossed legs with hair pulled up into a top knot with vajra shaped terminal, large jewel to the centre of the hair; elongated ears with hair falling to shoulders; arms crossed at chest with left hand holding a dorje, or bell, and right holding a vajra, or thunderbolt; robes inlaid with turquoise and with lapis lazuli and carnelian to the hem. 2.28 kg, 25.5cm (10"). From an old London collection, formed in the 1980s. [No Reserve] Fine condition.
13th-17th century AD. A bronze chalice with tiered base, broad cup with scrolled handle and hinge, bell-shaped cover with three vents, cruciform knop handle. 187 grams, 14cm (5 1/2"). Property of an Essex, UK collector; acquired London art market, 1960s-1980s. [No Reserve] Fine condition, usage wear.
13th-19th century AD. A mixed group including three bronze jews harps; a lead spindle whorl; forty-three lead musket and pistol balls; a lead gunpowder measure; fifty harness rings; a lead disc weight with male portrait bust; a bronze scorpion mount; two snake belt-clasps; a dished pendant; thirty-seven crotal bell fragments; five buttons; seven bronze drop handles; thirty other bronze and silver items. 1.9 kg total, 8-44mm (1/4 - 1 3/4"). The Chris Rudd collection, Norfolk, UK; formed since the 1970s; collection number DM2,5,12,14,22,25,40,41,43,46 and 50; found near Downham Market, Norfolk, UK. Chris Rudd has collected ancient coins and antiquities since the 1940s. As an amateur archaeologist he found many himself at Badbury Rings, Dorset, 1952-53. He also dug at Hod Hill with Professor Sir Ian Richmond and at Wroxeter with Dame Kathleen Kenyon and Dr Graham Webster. Today he is best known as a Celtic coin dealer. His catalogues have been described as ‘an important research source’ by Professor Sir Barry Cunliffe and ‘treasure houses of delight’ by Dr Anne Ross. Coins and artefacts associated with Chris Rudd – as a collector, dealer and valuer – can be seen in The British Museum and other museums. This collection was formed since the 1970s. [182, No Reserve] Fair condition.
A FINE 19TH CENTURY FRENCH BRONZE AND YELLOW MARBLE MANTEL CLOCK, by Duval of Paris, the works by Pons, with outside count wheel striking on a steel bell, the circular silvered dial signed Duval of Paris, and with Roman numerals, the case surmounted with a bronze model of Britannia holding a gilt-metal trident, on a rectangular yellow marble plinth applied with ornate brass mounts and a tongue and dart cast base moulding with bun feet, 21.25" (54cm) high, 14.75in (38cm) wide. (1)
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