*1908 Rover Co. Ltd. 'The Rover' Roadster with a 26-inch frame numbered D5887 just below the saddle post. Other features include 18-inch up-turned handlebars with turned wooden grips, roller levers operating centre-pull stirrup brakes, 1/2-inch roller chain driving a free wheel via a 7-inch chain-wheel, Brooks long-nose leather saddle, bell and rear rack and, of course, the Rover shield mounted on the headstock, and open fork crown. A well-known and enthusiastically enjoyed Rover bicycle with accompanying paperwork (2)
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*A circa 1889 J. K. Starley, 'Rational Rover' Safety Bicycle. A bicycle of significant historic design, and especially as this bicycle is also in sound, rideable condition. The nomenclature of J. K. Starley Safety Bicycles of the mid-1880s has been the subject of persistent errors and mantras over the years, that have not only confused both professional and amateur bicycling historians but have encouraged incorrect labelling in museum collections. Part of the blame lies with the H. W. Bartlett's book of 1931, and the unfortunate repetition of myths by luminaries like C. F. Caunter until the present day. Differing from the so called third model example currently in trust with the Science Museum, London, this example has a forward saddle extension, presumably to bring the rider closer, and at a better angle to the pedals. The bicycle carries the machine number of 1781, stamped in five places on the bottom bracket assembly, to include the cranks, cotter pins and axle. This bicycle has a 30-inch rear wheel and a 36-inch steering wheel, both with 3/4-inch crescent rims and black tyring. Drive is by 7-inch slotted cranks and a Brampton type inch-pitch block chain to a fixed rear sprocket, the chain-wheel and spindle held in two adjustable bearing races. A spoon-brake acts on the front wheel activated by a lever on the 26-inch wide handlebars, with rear facing turned grips. A coil spring lamp bracket of the type designed by Thomas Humber is fitted to an adjustable clamp around the steering head, just below the manufacturer's shield announcing, 'Rover - J. K. Starley & Co., Limited - Meteor Cycle Works - West Orchard - Coventry'. The business converted to a Limited Company in late 1888, which indicates a 're-introduction' of this model post-1888. Other features include: foot resting pegs, rear mounting step, chain-guard, correct period pedals, original handlebar grips and a later leather saddle top. A J. Lucas & Son-manufactured oil-powered Safety Bicycle lamp is fitted, representing their patent No 9764 of July 1886. The lamp is complete in all respects with undamaged glasses. A period J. Lucas & Son 'Challis' type bell is also fitted. In keeping with conservation practice, the writer adjudges that this machine has been repaired and renovated rather than restored. Replicated parts such as the front mudguard and spoon-brake have been made using a period machine as a design source, and this work can be clearly identified Historic Notes: A similar model, the so called third version, is shown in the George Moore engravings illustrated in The Wheel World of October and November 1885, both showing the Rover racing the HHC Kangaroo, to prove the new Rover design 'is the fastest in the World'. The earliest Rovers possessed 36-inch front wheels, because Starley correctly believed that the larger wheel cushioned road-generated shock. While other manufacturers generally opted for a smaller front wheel, Starley continued producing his 'Rational Rover' with a 36-inch front wheel until circa 1891. This highly original and historic 'Rover' has not only a secure place in the history of British bicycle manufacture, but also in the history of James Starley and his various inspired designs, his partner Sutton unfortunately having been killed in a horse and trap accident in 1886. James Starley with his Rover was producing the first practical safety bicycle, then the Holy Grail of the Cycle Industry; indeed, the bicycle was easy to mount and ride, incorporating a low saddle and chain drive to the rear wheel, key design features that were instantly copied by others, and that allowed for a resurgence in the industry. 'The Rover has set the Fashion to the World', was the slogan used in Rover advertising for a long time afterwards, and honours the engineering talents of John Kemp Starley. (1)
*A 50-inch Tangent Spoked Ordinary. This quality machine features 29-inch semi-drop handlebars with good turned-bone grips, spoon-brake with a sprung lever, leg guard, a saddle pan with a nicely formed and a leather cover with a nice patina, oval section backbone dropping to the rear forks holding a 16-inch rear wheel. Other features include block rubber pedals, Challis type bell, good tyring and a wide ¾-inch front wheel hub with adjustable bearings, soldered spokes, all in excellent condition. An enjoyed but well-serviced bicycle, ready to be campaigned. (1)Please note: This description has been corrected by the auctioneer.
*Humber Ltd. X-Frame Gentleman's Roadster. Dating circa 1926, and possessing a 24-inch frame indistinctly numbered 5(?)6962, with a Humber 7-inch chain-wheel driving a Sturmey Archer Model K hub gear with a Sturmey Archer slotted control on the 17-inch handlebars, centre-pull stirrup brakes operated by roller levers, push button bell, Middlemores leather saddle and a tennis racket clip. Finished in green with a headstock transfer (1)
*Raleigh Cycles Ltd. 'Superbe' X-Frame Roadster. Making an interesting comparison with the previous lot, a circa 1919 bicycle with a 26-inch frame clearly numbered 636828, with a chain-case, 7-inch cranks, a three-speed Sturmey Archer hub gear and a Sturmey Archer slotted control on the 18-inch handlebars, centre-pull stirrup brakes operated by roller levers, bell, a Brooks leather saddle with separate 'OO' motif, rear mounted rack and an 'R' motif lamp bracket. Refurbished in dark green (1)
*A Dursley Pedersen Gentleman's Bicycle. Dating circa 1907 with a frame number of 3493, this is a size 7 machine in good, sound condition, currently finished in black enamel. The woven saddle is in good, useable condition, and both the front and rear brakes are correctly controlled by inverted levers mounted to the standard 19-inch wide handlebars. A three-speed Pedersen gear is fitted and still retains its cover. Other features include a rare rear luggage rack, Lucas bell, lamp bracket, rear mounting step and an R. H. Lea rear reflector. A sound machine (1)
Kits, Vacuum-Formed Model Aircraft Kits, including Contrail Models Vickers Supermarine Stranraer, Supermarine Scimitar, Miles Marathon, TSR 2, Rare Plane Fairey Fulmar, Stinson Sentinel, Bell XFM-1, DH Dragon Rapide, Beech C-45, Formaplane C65 H.P Miles Marathon, Welsh Models Fairey Gannet A.E.W Mk.3, in original packaging, (unopened, packaging fair) (12)
An Alfred Meakin lidded tureen, five assorted plates, green printed floral pattern; Johnson Brothers six side plates, a rectangular serving tray, rose springs on cream ground; Bell Chime tea service comprising six cups and saucers, six tea plates, bread and butter plate, sugar bowl, milk jug
An 18th century Chinese porcelain shaped circular plate, painted in underglaze blue with pagoda and fence, 23cm diam, Qianlong period, c.1770; another, with precious objects and peonies, 23cm diam, c.1770; another, of Islamic influence, 22cm diam, late Kangxi/Yongzheng (faults); an 18th century Chinese bell-shape coffee cup, painted with prunus (faults); a similar tea bowl, 18th century; saucer, gilded; conforming saucer dish, similar (8)
An 18th century Meissen bell-shaped tea bowl, well painted with a lily and Deutsche Blumen, gilt rim, crossed swords mark in underglaze blue, c.1760; a conforming saucer, 13.5cm diam, c.1760; a Fürstenberg tea cup, painted with Deutsche Blumen, entwined branch handle, underglaze blue and incised marks, c.1760; a small Continental porcelain café au lait jug and cover, possibly Tournai, transfer printed in underglaze blue with swags of country flowers, nop finial, domed cover, scroll handle, 12cm high, c.1770; another, similar, incised marks; a French shaped circular faience plate, possibly Marseilles, 18th/19th century (6)
Belcher (Captain Sir Edward). The Last of the Arctic Voyages; Being a Narrative of the Expedition in H.M.S. Assistance... In Search of Sir John Franklin, During the Years 1852-53-54. With Notes on the Natural History, by Sir John Richardson, Professor Owen, Thomas Bell, J.W. Salter, and Lovell Reeve, 2 volumes, 1st edition, 1855, four maps (two contained in volume II rear pocket), 36 lithographed plates, including 12 hand-coloured, 24 pp. advertisements bound at end of volume I, endpapers renewed, original blue cloth gilt, modern calf rebacks, 8vo Abbey Travel 645; Sabin 4389. The last British expedition to search for Sir John Franklin. Eventually forced to abandon four of the five ice-bound ships, the whole party returned home in 1854 aided by two supply ships at Beechey Island. (2)
Selden (John). Titles of Honor, 3rd edition, Carefully Corrected, with Additions and Amendments by the Author, London: Printed by E. Tyler and R. Holt for John Leigh, and are to be Sold at the Bell, 1672, engraved portrait frontispiece, near contemporary signature John Blachford to title and oval ink stamp to fore-margin, few woodcut illustrations, 20th century half calf, morocco title label to spine, upper joint partly split, spine faded, folio (Wing S2440, ESTC R22094), together with Dallaway (James), Inquiries into the Origin and Progress of the Science of Heraldry in England. With Explanatory Observations on Armorial Ensigns, 2 parts in one, 1st edition, Gloucester: R. Raikes for T. Cadell, 1793, additional engraved title with aquatint vignette, numerous engraved plates (some hand-coloured), some dampstaining and spotting, armorial bookplate of Frank Charles Beazley FSA of Birenhead 1908, contemporary diced calf, rebacked and corners repaired, 4to (2)
A French late 19thC white marble and ormolu clock garniture for A Lavasseur, the barrel clock with urn surmount, enamel dial bearing Roman and Arabic numerals, eight day movement with bell strike by Japy Freres et cie, raised on twin columns and a rectangular base, with key, 37.5cm high, and a pair of three branch candelabra.
Bell (Quentin). Virginia Woolf, A Biography, volumes 1 & 2, 4th & 2nd impressions, 1972, monochrome illustrations, original grey cloth in dust jackets and slipcase, covers slightly rubbed with loss to head, 8vo, together with Williamson (Henry), The Flax of Dream, circa 1930, The Innocent Moon, 1961, It Was The Nightingale, 1962, The Power of the Dead, 1963, Lucifer Before Sunrise, 1967, all 1st editions, some light spotting, all original cloth in dust jackets, spines lightly rubbed to head and foot, 8vo, and De La Mare (Walter), Winged Charot, 1st edition, 1951, original yellow boards in dust jacket, covers slightly marked, loss to foot of spine, 4to, plus other modern 1st edition fiction, biography and historical reference, including Agatha Christie, Dick Francis, C.P. Snow, Hammond Innes, William Harwood, all original cloth, mostly in dust jackets, G/VG, also includes a carton of mixed 19th century prints (6 shelves & 2 cartons)
Belcher (Edward). The Last of the Arctic Voyages: being a narrative of the expedition in H.M.S. Assistance, under the command of Captain Sir Edward Belcher, C.B., in search of Sir John Franklin, during the years 1852-53-54. With notes on the natural history, by Sir John Richardson, Professor Owen, Thomas Bell, J.W. Salter, and Lovell Reeve, 2 volumes, 1st edition, Lovell Reeve, 1855, 4 maps, including 3 folding, 36 lithographed plates, including 12 coloured, a few light spots (generally in clean unmarked condition internally), marbled edges and endpapers, near-contemporary polished full calf, gilt decorated spine, with red morocco title label, brown morocco volume labels renewed, rubbed and some marks, large 8vo Abbey, Travel 645. Hill 106. Sabin 4389. Attractive and generally unblemished copy of Belcher's final expedition in search of Sir John Franklin. The work contains detailed records of meteorological phenomena, and natural history. The decision of the Captain to abandon 4 ships that were ice bound in Wellington Channel in 1854 led to his court-marshall, and although aquitted, he was severely criticised by the public. (2)
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