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Dinky No. 194 Bentley Coupe. Bronze with cream interior. Generally good to very good. A few signs of age related wear. In good box, pen mark to top side.

Bureau plat im Louis XV-Stil Nussbaum, furniert und Bronze. Passig geschweifter Zargenkasten auf geschwungenen Beinen mit vollplastischen Hermenfiguren. In der gegliederten Front flaches Kniefach sowie drei Schubladen unterschiedlicher Größe. Profilgerahmte Deckplatte. Altersspuren. H. 82 cm. 146 cm x 76 cm. A French walnut veneered Louis XV style desk. Signs of age.Frankreich. Nach 1900.

MACEO Y GRAJALES JOSE ANTONIO: (1845-1896) Guerrilla iconic Leader and second-in-command of the Cuban army of independence. Cubans nicknamed Maceo ''The Bronze Titan'' because of his multiple wounds in battle, while Spanish nicknamed him ''The elder Lion''. Maceo was killed near Punta Brava by Spanish forces after being betrayed by the physician of his headquarters. Rare D.S., `Jose Maceo´, one page, folio, Head Quarters of El Perico, 14th March 1896, in Spanish. The present letter was signed by Maceo six months before being killed. The partially printed document bears a printed coat of arms to the upper left corner and is the appointment of vice-Lieutenant Miguel Fernandez as Lieutenant, and signed by Mateo y Grajales in his capacity as General Major of the Liberation Army of Cuba. Overall important age wear, creasing and staining, with few holes and small tears to edges. Large repairs to the verso. P

[NAPOLEON – CORFU]: GENTILI ANTOINE (1751-1798) French-Corsican General who sided the French Republic. Governor of Corsica. He was defeated and surrendered to the British after their invasion of Corsica in 1794, but leaded the capture back of Corsica in 1796. A very interesting autograph letter addressed to the Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte, A.L., eight pages, folio, Head-Quarters of Corfu, 2nd July 1797, to Napoleon Bonaparte as Chief General of the Army of Italy, in French. The letter bears the printed heading of “A. Gentili, General of division and Commandant of the Army of Levant of the Army of Italy”. Gentili informs Napoleon that he has reached the port of Corfu, stating in part `Je m’étais fait précéder par les Citoyens d’Arbois, faisant fonction de chef de l’Etat-major, Arnaut et Brice, les Commissaires des Guerres que j’avais chargé de mes ordres pour reconnaitre les dispositions du Gouvernement et du peuple à notre égard et faire les préparatifs nécessaires pour l’établissement des troupes… dans les forteresses, et je me suis emparé de tous les magasins de Marine, d’Artillerie et du Génie, dont j’ai ordonné que l’on fit de suite l’inventaire…´ (Transcription: “I had been preceded by the Citizens d´Arbois, acting as Chief of the Head-Quarters, Arnaut and Brice, the War Commissioners whom I had charged with my orders to acknowledge the dispositions of the Government and the people to our regard and make the necessary preparations for the establishment of the troops... in the fortresses, and I seized all the stores of Navy, Artillery and Engineers, and I ordered to make immediately the inventories…”) Gentili lists the firearms, the 369 bronze and iron cannons, the 20 bronze howitzers and 121 bronze and iron swivels and mortars, not counting the ammunition and powder requisitioned. He further comments the military defence situation and refers to the Venice government, saying `La place de Corfou est très forte par sa situation; et les ouvrages que l’art y a ajouté la rendraient inexpugnable s’ils étaient réparés et entretenus; mais l’extrême négligence de l’ancien gouvernement vénitien laissait tomber en ruine ce boulevard de l’état…´ (Translation: “The position of Corfu is very strong because of its situation; and the works that art has added to it would make it impregnable if they were repaired and maintained; but the extreme negligence of the old Venetian government allowed this boulevard of the state to fall into ruin….”) Gentili further explains with enthusiasm how much the three thousand Italians and the seventy thousand Greeks people on the Island value their freedom and how much they admire our republic, and that they consider the French troops as their liberators, stating in part `On professe ici une admiration pour les Français qui va jusqu’à l’enthousiasme. Les Grecs sont en général beaucoup plus éclairés qu’on ne le suppose ordinairement et le souvenir de leurs origines n’est point éteint dans leurs âmes. Ils regrettent d’avoir vécu jusqu’alors pour le bénéfice d’une dure et plate aristocratie, qui, négligeant tous les objets d’un intérêt public, sans vertus comme sans lumières, s’opposait aux progrès de l’industrie, du commerce et de la raison humaine…´ (Translation: “Here they profess an admiration for the French that goes as far as enthusiasm. The Greeks are in general much more enlightened than is commonly supposed and the memory of their origins is not extinguished in their souls. They regret having lived until now for the benefit of a harsh aristocracy, which, neglecting all objects of public interest, without virtues or without enlightenment, opposed the progress of industry, of commerce and human reason…”) In this lengthy letter, Gentili further reports on the military and administrative changes required, and indicates what he would keep under the naval point of view, saying `Je prendrais donc le parti de conserver seulement un vaisseau vénitien de 74 canons, une frégate vénitienne et la frégate française ‘La Sensible’ avec quelques bâtiments de transport, le tout commandé par le capitaine Bourdé…´ (Translation: “I would therefore opt to keep only a Venetian ship of 74 guns, a Venetian frigate and the French frigate ‘La Sensible’ with a few transport vessels, all commanded by Captain Bourdé…”) Gentili before concluding explains that he has informed the Ambassador in Constantinople of the situation in Corfu and the inexact number and condition of the Venetian troops under his control, and refers to the excellent work done by d´Arbois who was at the head of the avant-garde capture of Corfu. Small overall age wear with a small stain and hole to the upper edge, not affecting the text. From 1386 to 1797, Corfu was ruled by Venetian nobility; much of the city reflects this era when the island belonged to the Republic of Venice, with multi-storeyed buildings on narrow lanes. The Old Town of Corfu has clear Venetian influence and is amongst the World Heritage Sites in Greece. It was in the Venetian period that the city saw the erection of the first opera house in Greece.By the 1797 Treaty of Campo Formio, Corfu was ceded to the French, who occupied it for two years, the time of the present letter. Until they were expelled by a joint Russian-Ottoman squadron. For a short time it became the capital of a self-governing federation. In 1807 after the Treaty of Tilsit its faction-ridden government was again replaced by a French administration, and in 1809 it was besieged in vain by a British Royal Navy fleet, which had captured all the other Ionian islands.Following the final defeat of Napoleon at Waterloo, the Ionian Islands became a protectorate of the United Kingdom by the Treaty of Paris of 5th November 1815. Guillaume-François-Joseph Bourdé de La Villehuet (1763-1851) Capitain of vessel in 1798 and future Vice Amiral. He participated in the Egypt campaign. Joseph-Louis d´Arbois de Jubainville (1764-1803) French Officer, appointed General in 1802. He was a member of the St.Domingue expedition. Arrested by the British and mistreated, he died of yellow fever at the early age of 39.

A large 19th-century Wedgwood blue Jasperware vase of Campagna form, with twin-handles on a circular foot (lacking cover), 21 cm high, together with a Wedgwood black basalt candlestick, 17 cm, a Wedgwood white-glaze porcelain ewer, with looped handle and mask decoration, 27 cm and a terracotta bronze-effect vase of Classical form, unmarked, 22.5 cm high.Qty: 4Generally fair condition, large stain present on ewer alongside smaller stain, pinhole chip and historic repair to lower handle, chip to top of candle stick, wear to decoration throughout all items commensurate with age and use - please see photos

Winifred Nicholson (British, 1893-1981)Minoan Goddess acrylic, gouache, chalk and watercolour on paper54 x 79cm (21 1/4 x 31 1/8in).Executed circa 1960-1964Footnotes:ProvenanceSale; Bonhams, Knightsbridge, 15 July 2008, lot 79Sale; Sotheby's, London, 11 November 2009, lot 140, where acquired by the present owner Private Collection, U.K.The present lot was inspired by the Minoan civilisation on the island of Crete. Winifred Nicholson visited Greece regularly throughout the 1960s, often in the company of her daughter Kate. A number of works produced in this period depict the country's landscape and mythology.Nicholson exhibited a number of her Greek myth paintings in an exhibition at the Redfern Gallery, London, in September-October 1964, Winifred Nicholson: Wild Flowers in Greece, including Mother Goddess I and Mother Goddess II, which may refer to the present lot.The present work was almost certainly painted at the same time as Winifred Nicholson's painting, Stranraer Bronze Age Circle (see A. Strang, Winifred Nicholson in Scotland, National Galleries of Scotland, Edinburgh, 2003, p. 20 and A. Nicholson (ed.), Unknown Colour: Paintings, Writings, Letters by Winifred Nicholson, Faber and Faber, London, 1987, p. 205).We are grateful to Jovan Nicholson for his assistance in cataloguing this lot.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: ARAR Goods subject to Artists Resale Right Additional Premium.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Graham Arnold (British, 1932-2019)Dragon Hill, Uffington signed 'GRAHAM ARNOLD' (lower right)oil on board34 x 59cm (13 3/8 x 23 1/4in).Footnotes:ProvenanceBarry Foster, circa the 1970s, and thence by descent to the present ownerPrivate Collection, U.K.ExhibitedLondon, Piccadilly Gallery, 1983 Bath, Festival Gallery, 1983 Devizes, Devizes Museum & Art Gallery, 1983 Chichester, David Paul Gallery, 1984Powys, The Tabernacle Cultural Centre, Graham Arnold Retrospective, 10-30 August 1992, no. 55The landscape depicted in the present lot is located just below the White Horse at Uffington, a bronze age, pre-historic hill figure, thought to have been created between 1380 and 550 B.C. Traditionally, Dragon Hill has held to be where St. George defeated the dragon, but is now thought to have been a site for Iron Age rituals, due to its proximity with the hill figure. Dragon Hill, Uffington is a typical example of Graham Arnold's works, which often depict mythical or sacred places.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: ARAR Goods subject to Artists Resale Right Additional Premium.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Militaria, German badges and medals, 35+ items, most mounted on card and annotated to include Germany Air Defence Decoration 2nd Class, Cloth German Cross in Gold, 1st October Entry into Sudetenland medal, Bronze National Sports badge, Long Service Award of the State Labour Service Women's Class 12 years, Trade Insignias to include Range Finder Operator, Radioman, Telegrapher, Seaman etc. (all badges are vintage and have age but buyer to decide if they are WW2)

Assorted tools comprising a Mesolithic flint axe head, two Neolithic flint arrow heads and a bronze age arrow head. Provenance, deceased estate, bidder's must satisfy themselves as to condition and provenance before bidding.

A group of 4 comics, to include Marvel Comics (1967), Silver Age, Fantastic Four, volume 1, no. 67, featuring Him (AKA Adam Warlock) first appearance origin story, Jack Kirby artwork, and 3 Marvel Bronze Age comics (1974), featuring The Incredible Hulk, volume 1, 176 - 178, featuring Adam Warlock and the story of his first death

A REGENCY MAHOGANY SIDE CABINET CIRCA 1815 With a breche violette marble top, above trellis doors flanked by reeded columns and supported on bronze paw feet 103.5cm high, 95cm wide, 37.5cm deep   Condition Report: Cabinet with the marks, knocks, scratches and abrasions commensurate with age and use. Some old splits and chips. Marble is likely a replacement but is cut to fit the piece perfectly and is fixed down. Pleated silk panels are replacement and are in tidy condition. Metalware appears original. A key is present and operates the lock. Please refer to additional images for visual reference to condition.  Condition Report Disclaimer

Y&nbspA REGENCY TULIPWOOD, CALAMANDER AND GILT BRONZE MOUNTED SOFA TABLE ATTRIBUTED TO GEORGE OAKLEY, CIRCA 1815 73cm high, 92cm wide unextended, 66.5cm deep Provenance: Private collection Knightsbridge, acquired from Critchley-Waring Fine Arts, London, 1991 for £30,000. A closely related sofa table with almost identical leaf carved mounts attributed to George Oakley was sold Christie's, A New York Private Collection, 18th October 2017, Lot 609 ($13,750) The firm recorded at 22 St. Paul's Churchyard, and thereafter, 8 Old Bond Street, London, who described themselves as the 'Manufactory and Magazine for fashionable Furniture', attracted the patronage of the Royal Family, including the Prince of Wales (later George IV) at Carlton House, London. In May 1799 members of the Royal Family visited his showrooms and 'did Mr. Oakley the honour of viewing his Furniture Warehouse in New Bond Street'. The visitors 'highly approved of the splendid variety which has justly attracted the notice of the fashionable world'.   Condition Report: Marks, knocks, scratches and abrasions commensurate with age and use Some old chips and splits This item has been professionally and sympathetically restored - with some repairs throughout that have all been finished to a high standard. Some use of filler to the top that has been well disguised within the figuring of the timber (see images) Some later blocks of timber to the interior of the carcass, including slender drawer runners to ease the running of them (as often seen) and some later screws. A key is present and it operates both locks One central hinge from the underside of each side flap historically removed. One drawer previously had divisions which are now lacking.Overall this item is impressive and very high quality in appearance Please see all additional images for a visual reference to condition. Condition Report Disclaimer

AFTER GIAMBOLOGNA (1529-1608), A PAIR OF BRONZE FIGURES OF MERCURY AND FORTUNA PROBABLY FRENCH, LATE 19TH OR EARLY 20TH CENTURY Each modelled stepping forth on Zephyr masks, Giallo bases with relief banding Mercury 81.5cm high overall, Fortuna 76.5cm high overall Condition Report: Wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Usual wear to raised patina from handling- small chips to marble bases edge notably to Flora. Both with spot stains to surface and some darker patination for dirt/handling around joints. Flora with repair to joint at top of her left arm and lacking flowers to left hand- some glue and possible restoration to end of those fingers. Mercury- caduceus cruder but feels possibly right- bent at joint point in left hand. Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection. Condition Report Disclaimer

OSCAR WALDMANN (1856-1937), AN ANIMALIER BRONZE OF AN ELEPHANT SWISS, EARLY 20TH CENTURY Signed to cast 27cm long, 32.5cm high Condition Report: Wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Mottled patination- predominately shades of green with reddish/orange areas to front leg, hindquarters and scattered. Some paler patination from rubbing, rust build up to underside around one screw/bolt fixing point Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection. Condition Report Disclaimer

PIERRE JULES MENE (1810-1879), AN ANIMALIER BRONZE 'CHIEN ÉPAGNEUL FRANÇAIS' (FABIO) MID/LATE 19TH CENTURY With hunting dog on naturalistic base, signed to the cast P J MENE 10cm high, base 19.5cm wide Condition Report: Mild wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Some rubbing to patina as per age, handling and dusting, notably to upper areas of back, head. Naturalistic base dusty Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection.Condition Report Disclaimer

A PAIR OF EMPIRE REVIVAL BRONZE AND GILT METAL CUPID CANDELABRA FRENCH, CIRCA 1860-1900 Now fitted for electricity to the 4 light branches 59cm high excluding fitments, 68cm high overall  Provenance: Widden Hill House, Gloucestershire  Condition Report: Wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, heavy handling, use, and cleaning. Drilled for electricity throughout. Wiring flex still attached. Signs of old repairs to base of both light arms supports- one of these repairs has failed and arm is loose. Gilding rubbed throughout. Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. ELECTRICAL GOODS. These are sold as decorative items only and if bought for use must be checked over for compliance with safety regulations by a qualified electrician before use. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection.  Condition Report Disclaimer

AFTER GIAMBOLOGNA (1529-1608) A PAIR OF BRONZE FIGURES OF MERCURY AND FORTUNA PROBABLY FRENCH, LATE 19TH/EARLY 20TH CENTURY Each modelled stepping forth on Zephyr masks, on further variegated green and red marble pedestals both 102cm high overall Condition Report: Wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Both with rubbed patina to bronzes from extensive handling, cleaning. His caduceus bent. The bases with numerous losses to edges, mouldings and corners- some repairs and patches. The red panels are only on three sides of the bases Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection. Condition Report Disclaimer

AFTER PIERRE-JULES MÊNE (1810-1879), AN ANIMALIER BRONZE OF A VIXEN FOX FRENCH, LATE 19TH CENTURY Naturalistic base, signed to cast P J Mene 14cm long, 7cm high Condition Report: Renard à la barrière- Wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Much paler patination to face, back and raised areas from handling with a more golden colour of patina visible, plaster filled base Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection. Condition Report Disclaimer

A REGENCY BRONZE AND CAST IRON BOOT SCRAPE IN THE MANNER OF GEORGE BULLOCK, EARLY 19TH CENTURY With addorsed griffin above cast iron oval base 26cm high, 38cm wide Condition Report: Wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. The whole looks to have been cleaned back in the last 20-40 years, verdigris developed to griffins, rusting and some surface loss to iron sections notably base and pinning bolts. May benefit from light clean and wax Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection.  Condition Report Disclaimer

AFTER GERTRUDE KATHERINE LATHROP (AMERICAN, 1896-1986) ANIMALIER BRONZE OF PEKINGESE DOG LATE 20TH CENTURY Signed to cast, now set on a variegated red marble plinth bronze 7.5cm high, base 16.5 by 10cm Condition Report: Mild wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. - slightly paler patination to raised areas of back and plinth edges Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection. Condition Report Disclaimer

A GEORGE IV GILT METAL TABLE CENTREPIECE BY T.B. WHITFIELD, CIRCA 1825 Stamped to the underside 'PUBLISHED BY T. B. WHITFIELD No. 121.', the basket held aloft by figures on a shell supported by adorned dolphins 53cm high, 31cm wide, 26cm deepProvenance: Probably supplied to William, 10th Earl of Devon Sotheby's, London, Powderham Castle & Seaton Delaval Hall (L09792), 29th September 2009, Part Lot 55 (Sold £11,250 incl. BP) Private Collection, WiltshireLiterature: Illustrated 'Powderham Castle III', Mark Girouard, Country Life, July 18th 1963, Vol. CXXXIV, p. 143 in the Great Hall T. B. Whitfield was recorded as working in Birmingham between 1818 and 1831. Another example of his work, a chamberstick, incorporating dolphin motifs, is illustrated by Roderick Butler, A Study Collection of Marked Domestic Brass and Other Base Metalware c.1600-c.1900, Honiton, 2001, p.93.This present lot was possibly commissioned by the family - the dolphins which support the centrepiece relate to the crest of a dolphin naiant, on the Courtenay coat of arms. Dolphins also feature as decorative motifs elsewhere at Powderham, most notably on the great library bookcases and on the State bed. Condition Report: Old marks, scratches and abrasions comensurate with age and use. Wear and some loss to the gilding in areas throughout. Some verdigris in areas and some areas of dirt/ discoloration. Some possible minor old repairs (see additional images).The centre-piece appears to be bronze, the weight would support this, in addition to the 'golden' colour where it has been worn at the base (see additional images) It is possible that some smaller elements are not bronze. Wear or minor casting fault(s) has resulted in some small holes in the central 'shell' tier (see additional images) . Some other minor casting faults. Some replacement screws. Some movement between some elements suggesting some screws/ fixtures need to be tightened. Some possible elements lacking from original construction, although not immediately apparent. Please refer to the full listing for this items regarding provenance to Powderham Castle, Devon. Please refer to all additional images available via email for visual reference to condition.  Condition Report Disclaimer

PIERRE LENORDEZ (1815-1892), AN EQUESTRIAN BRONZE OF THE STALLION ROYAL QUAND FRENCH, LATE 19TH CENTURY Depicted standing on a naturalistic ground, dark brown patination, inscribed "Royal Quand, Meme par Giges et Eusebia", signed to cast and foundry inscription for Duplan et Salles 37cm high, base 36cm wide Condition Report: Height and width is for overall size including the black polished slate base Wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Condition generally good- slightly paler patination to raised areas such as head, ears, back and plinth edges from handling and use. Also some variance to plinth edge from initial patination. Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection.Condition Report Disclaimer

A VENETIAN BRONZE DOOR KNOCKER LATE 16TH CENTURY With dolphins supported by a mermaid, three mascarons above 23cm wide, 21cm high Provenance: Property from the Phillip Lucas Collection, Spitalfields House Condition Report: Wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Verdigris and surface dirt to crevices with large paint splash to underside by hole. Varying levels of verdigris and greenish surface as per age and handling/cleaning. Some wear to detailing of central mermaid head. Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection. Condition Report Disclaimer

AFTER PIERRE-JULES MÊNE (1810-1879), AN ANIMALIER BRONZE CHIEN BRAQUE FRENCH, LATE 19TH CENTURY The hunting dog with head turned to right, on naturalistic base, signed to cast P J Mene 22cm long, 11.5cm high Condition Report: Wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Has been handled a fair amount with paler patination to ribs, back, head. Some paint (?) small splashes to front right hand side. Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection. Condition Report Disclaimer

A PAIR OF REGENCY, ORMOLU, MARBLE AND BRONZE THREE LIGHT CANDELABRA EARLY 19TH CENTURY Each with figural patinated bronze female classical figure holding urns to her side from which twin scrolling branches issue, single central scrolling stem on each head, bases inset with relief panels of lovers and playful cherubs 69cm high, bases 11.8cm wide Condition Report: Wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Three of the side candle arms with repairs- one with visible crack - some rubbing to patina and edge wear notably to plinths with some chips and one larger corner loss Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection.Condition Report Disclaimer

AN ITALIAN BRONZE GROUP OF PLUTO AND PROSERPINA EARLY 19TH CENTURY On a shaped Giallo Antico marble plinth 36cm high overall, plinth 18cm wideProvenance: Property from the Phillip Lucas Collection, Spitalfields House Condition Report: Wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Surface wear from handling with varying levels of patina- some scuffing to exposed anatomy such as knees and hands. Her left hand possibly with some old remedial work, stress cracks to both his ankles, her left elbow and left knee. Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection.   Condition Report Disclaimer

JULES MOIGNIEZ (1835-1894), AN ANIMALIER BRONZE OF A HUNTING DOG FRENCH, LATE 19TH CENTURY Signed to cast 28.5cm high, the base 39cm wide Condition Report: Wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Generally good condition but with small mark to centre of shoulder blades, some scuffs and abrasion to left rear hind quarter. Base with wood inset, some paler patina to raised sections of anatomy such as muzzle, back Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection. Condition Report Disclaimer

AFTER THE ANTIQUE, A LARGE GRAND TOUR BRONZE OF THE FURIETTI CENTAUR ITALIAN, 19TH OR 20TH CENTURY On shaped plinth base 54cm high overall, the base 29cm wideProvenance: Property from the Phillip Lucas Collection, Spitalfields House Please note, the dating for this lot has been revised to '19TH OR 20TH CENTURY' and not '19TH CENTURY' as stated in the printed catalogue Condition Report: Please note date has been revised from information originally in printed catalogue to AFTER THE ANTIQUE, A LARGE GRAND TOUR BRONZE OF THE FURIETTI CENTAUR ITALIAN, 19TH/20TH CENTURY Under strong light the definition and wash effect patina would suggest a later date than initially suggested. Some wear to raised patina, edge is filled with baize covering and has a white hardish filling. Wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. ELECTRICAL GOODS. These are sold as decorative items only and if bought for use must be checked over for compliance with safety regulations by a qualified electrician before use. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection. Condition Report Disclaimer

AFTER PIERRE-JULES MÊNE (1810-1879), AN ANIMALIER BRONZE OF A STAG FRENCH, LATE 19TH/EARLY 20TH CENTURY Naturalistic base, signed to cast P J Mene 30cm long, 35cm high Condition Report: Wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. May be early 20th century- slightly later than initial cataloguing. Patina fairly dark- even colour but with slightly paler areas to raised sections of anatomy such as face, head and back Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection. Condition Report Disclaimer

EMMANUEL FRÉMIET (1824-1910), AN EQUESTRIAN BRONZE OF A SADDLED HORSE FRENCH, LATE 19TH OR EARLY 20TH CENTURY Signed to cast and numbered 794/4 30.5cm long, 31.5cm high Condition Report: Wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Rubbing from handling and use notably around head- which has undertones of red patina coming through. paler patination to back and sides of plinth, small abrasion to right rear haunch, reins around neck replaced- sympathetically Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection.Condition Report Disclaimer

A FRENCH GILT AND PATINATED BRONZE SUNFLOWER TIMEPIECE WITH INKSTAND EARLY 19TH CENTURY The dial within Tournesol setting, white enamel dial with watch movement, above a long stem entwined by a gilt bronze serpent, on an oval base surmounted by a pierced basket gallery, the interior fitted as an encrier 30.5cm high overall, base 13cm diameter Provenance: From the estate of Lionel Alfred Martin, Ingram Avenue, London (1855-1933). Chairman of Tate & Lyle. For a similar example, see Christie's, London, Important European Furniture, Sculpture and Carpets, 5th July 2007, lot 1 (£13,200). A watercolour depicting a virtually identical clock is illustrated in C. Plante and R. Garnier, Designs for Gilt Bronze Objects from the French Restoration 1814-1830, London, 2002, p.68, pl.52. Condition Report: Wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Overall in generally good condition but dirty and with rubbing to gilding. Patina paler from handling adn wear to margins and around dial. Snake slightly loose. Hinge to glazed door with remedial repair Later porcelain inkwell to base and with a spare ink dip The movement is signed Brasseur a Paris, Movement has an issue with the mainspring winding clicks/greatwheel (wheel possibly loose on its arbor) hence will not currently wind. Mechanism otherwise appears intact and in original albeit very dirty/gummed-up neglected condition hence will require and overhaul. The enamel dial has been restored hence is now free from visible defects. Has a later winding key Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so, and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection.Condition Report Disclaimer

A PAIR OF LIFE SIZE CAST BRONZE MODELS OF WHIPPETS 20TH CENTURY Modelled opposing as a dog and a bitch 82 and 85cm high respectively Condition Report: Relatively minor wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per recent age, handling, use, and cleaning. Some patina marks and rubbing, variance of finish evident to sides adn detailing, foot wear Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection.  Condition Report Disclaimer

AUGUSTE NICHOLAS CAIN (1821-1894) AN ANIMALIER BRONZE 'L'ANE D'AFRIQUE' FRENCH, CIRCA 1870-1880 Signed and titled to cast, signed with initials to rump 14.5cm high, base 12.5cm wide Condition Report: Wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Some rubbing to patina as per age, handling and dusting, notably to upper areas of back, sides of neck, the base is plaster filled. Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection.  Condition Report Disclaimer

JULES MOIGNIEZ (FRENCH, 1835-1894), A BRONZE FIGURE OF A HORSE AND JOCKEY 'RETOUR AU PESAGE' 20TH CENTURY Set on a naturalistic base, signed J Moigniez to cast and inscribed with title 33.5cm high, base 32cm wide Condition Report: Wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Generally in good condition- minor spot repairs to reins, the patination a scattered mottled green/reddish brown from initial patination and subsequent handling and use, slightly golden undertones also visible to areas such as his silks Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection.Condition Report Disclaimer

A BRONZE AND GILT BRONZE TABLE LAMP PROBABLY FRENCH, MID 19TH CENTURY Now fitted for electricity, fluted stem on floral sheaf base, shade 68cm high to top of current shade AND A GILT BRASS TABLE LAMP With swan in bulrushes 37cm high including fitment Provenance: Property from the Phillip Lucas Collection, Spitalfields House Condition Report: Wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. First lamp- darker patination worn to shaft- gilding rubbed notably to base Second lamp- generally fine- surface dirt ELECTRICAL GOODS. These are sold as decorative items only and if bought for use must be checked over for compliance with safety regulations by a qualified electrician before use. Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection.    Condition Report Disclaimer

Fine Edwardian and later Naval Gallantry medal group - comprising George V Sea Gallantry medal, named to Harry Payne 'Volturno 9th October 1913', First World War 1914 - 1915 Star, War, Mercantile Marine and Victory medals, named to H. G. Payne S.T.D. M.F.A., Second World War 1939-1945 Star, Atlantic Star, Pacific Star and War medals (in box of issue, to H.G. Payne), together with Liverpool Shipwreck and Human Society Marine medal (bronze issue), C.Q.D. medal (silver issue). N.B. Awarded for those who went to the aid of the stricken 'White Star' Steamship Republic, 1909, the Lifesaving Benevolent Association of New York medal by Tiffany & Co. October 10th, 1913 and gold plated presentation watch. According to family legend, Londoner Harry fled to Liverpool after the horse he had borrowed was fatally wounded and he was too afraid to confront its owner! In Liverpool he joined the merchant navy, and so began his life at sea. On 23rd January 1909 the 32 year old Payne was serving as a steward aboard the White Star Line ship the SS Baltic, when a C.Q.D. (come quick danger) distress message was received from another White Star Line ship, the RMS Republic. The Republic had just been rammed in thick fog by an Italian ship the SS Florida. Upon receiving the distress signal at 6am, the Baltic steamed the 64 miles to the site of the collision to rescue the passengers from the stricken ship. The 64 mile trip turned into a 200 mile epic, as the Baltic zigzagged the area unable to find the stricken ships, finally located the crash site at 7pm that evening. Whilst the Baltic searched for the ships, the passengers onboard the Republic were transferred from to the less damaged Florida, with the Baltic finally rescuing the 1700 passengers and crew of the Republic. Miraculously only four sailors and two passengers were killed during the accident. The accident also marked the first time that wireless telegraphy played a role in saving lives at sea. The SS Republic finally succumbed to the damage it sustained in the collision, sinking on 24th January 1909. Its rumoured cargo included gold destined for the Tsar of Russia, a five tonne shipment of American gold coins and funds destined for victims of the Messina earthquake. A considerable haul valued at $100 million dollars in todays money. For his part in the rescue Harry Payne was awarded the C.Q.D. Gallantry medal. Four years after the Republic crash, Payne was one again serving as a steward, this time on the Cunard Liner the SS Carmania. It was at this time he was thrust into danger once more, with his acts of bravery on the 10th October 1913 earning him multiple awards for his gallantry. The SS Volturno was sailing in the North Atlantic in October 1913, when its cargo of flammable chemicals ignited during a gale. The subsequent fire caused an explosion, with the inferno spreading further to the ships coal bunkers, eventually cutting power to the fire pumps. The situation was desperate, and the SOS distress call was given. Harry Payne’s ship the SS Carmania was the first to arrive at the scene. In the meantime the striken Volturno launched several lifeboats, which were either capsized or smashed by the Voltuno’s own hull, leaving no survivors. It was into this scene of desperation that Harry Payne found himself, in a gale, with the burning Voltuno and the shattered remains of its lifeboats all around. He and nine others from the Carmania were lowered into the wild sea in a rowing lifeboat and for 3 hours the brave men of the Carmania battled to reach the wreck of the Voltuno. When they eventually returned to their own ship, 7 of their 10 oars were lost and the crew was exhausted. As the sea mercifully began to calm, the Carmania and the other ships that had joined the rescue began to pick up the survivors, with 521 crew members and passengers rescued. Sadly 135 mostly women and children perished but had it not been for the efforts of Harry Payne and his fellow crew then the death toll would have been much higher. His extreme gallantry was recognised with the awarding of the Sea Gallantry medal. The medal presented to him by King George V at St James’s Palace in 1914. He was further recognised with the awarding of The Liverpool Shipwreck and Humane Society medal and was even awarded a gold plated pocket watch by the catering department of his own ship! Whilst on the other side of the Atlantic The Life Saving Benevolent Association of New York awarded him a bronze medal minted by Tiffany & Co. As the First World War broke out Harry Payne’s life at sea continued, with him serving as a steward for the Merchant Fleet Auxiliary, adding a 1914 - 15 Star, British War medal, Mercantile Marine War medal and Victory medal to the four gallantry medals he had already been awarded. During the Second World War despite being the ripe old age of 62 at the start of the conflict, Payne once again served, adding the 1939 - 1945 Star, Atlantic Star, Pacific Star and War medal to his splendid array of medals. Harry Gainsford Payne’s amazing group of medals will be sold on Tuesday 28th November 2023. Included along with the medals themselves is the gold plated watch he was awarded following the Volturno rescue, various period newspaper clippings, a photograph of him wearing just a few of his decorations and a copy the book ‘The Burning of the Volturno. The collection is estimated at £2,000 - 3,000.

Quantity of Marvel Iron Man bronze age to modern issue comics x 79 includes What If Iron Man Lost the Armor Wars?, The Invincible Iron Man (1981 - onwards) #150, #200, #209, #210, #222 - #291, #299, #300, Iron Man The Legend Special Tribute Issue, The all Iron Man Issue of Marvel Super-Heroes 80-page Spring Special, with key issues that feature Battle of Iron Man vs Dr. Doom, Death of Iron Monger, Armor Wars, 1st appearance of the sixth Crimson Dynamo, Origin of Mandarin, Debut of Iron Man's 'Space Armor, Model II', Debut of Tony Stark’s ‘War Machine’ armor, 1st appearance of Rhodey Rhodes in the War Machine armor, and others, all generally Good. (79)

Quantity of Marvel bronze age to modern Thor, Captain America and The Avengers comics x 102 includes The Mighty Thor (1998) #1 - #16 plus '99 annual, Captain America (1996) #1 - #13, Captain America (1998) #1 - #8, The West Coast Avengers (1984) #1 - #4, The West Coast Avengers Vol2 (1989) #42 - #53, The Avengers (1996) #1 - #13, Heroes Reborn The Return #1, The Avengers Heroes Return (1998) #1 - #15, #18 - #28, Avengers Disassembled #500 - #503, all generally Good. (102) 

DC Comics Bronze Age Batman No.234, August 1971, Key Issue, Reintroduction of Two-Face after being absent from comics since 1954 – in Worlds Finest #173, Batman appears as Two-Face (1968), Fair Plus to Good. 

DC Comics Bronze Age Batman No.227 – December 1970, Key Issue, Iconic cover art by Neal Adams inspired by Detective Comics #31 (1939), Good.

Quantity of DC Comics Silver and Bronze Age SuperBoy and SuperGirl related comics x 78, includes: SuperBoy (1963) issues #109, #121, #150, #185, #188, #190, #193, #195, #196, with key issues featuring Origin of Karkan (#188), 1st appearance of ERG-1, later becomes Wildfire, a student comprised of anti-energy contained in a special suit (#195); 80pg Giant SuperBoy (1965) #10; SuperBoy Starring The Legion of Super Heroes (1975) #200, #204, #206, #207, #209, #210, #214, #216 - #219, #221, #223 - #225, #231, #237, #239, #240, #242, #246 - #252, #254 - #258, with key issues featuring 1st appearance of Tyroc (#216), 1st appearance of Laurel Kent, a descendant of Superman (#217), First use of the iconic 'bullet' DC logo on a Superboy cover (#224), Officially retitled 'Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes' (#231), Origin of Dawnstar (#240); Adventure Comics (1965) issues #333, #391 - #393, #399, #406, #411, #412, #414, #422, #453 - #456, #458; The New Adventures of SuperBoy (1980) issues #7 - #10, #17, #18, #39; SuperGirl (1973) issues #2, #4 - #10 with key issues featuring Origin of Zatanna (#5), First team-up of Supergirl and Zatanna (#7). All generally Fair to Good. (78)

DC Comics Bronze Age Batman No.357 – March 1983, Key Issue, 1st cameo appearance of Jason Todd, 1st Cameo appearance of Killer Croc, NB: “Debatable Firsts: this issue is cited as the first full appearance of Killer Croc but there is no difference in his depiction as a gangster in a trenchoat and fedora as first seen in Detective Comics #523, released one month before #357. In Detective Comics #524, he is revealed to have crocodile features for the first time. It should also be noted that this version of Jason Todd is not visually accurate to later versions and his origin is retconned in Batman #408. CGC recognizes this issue as the first full appearance of both Killer Croc and Jason Todd”, Good.

Quantity of Bronze Age DC and Marvel comics x 46, DC Comics include Brave and the bold #101, The Green Lantern #139, Justice league of America #189 (Key Issue), Legion of super heroes #276, Return of the new gods #13, #14, #15, Superboy and the legion of super heroes #211, Superman #343, Wonder woman #279, Marvel Comics include Captain Marvel #57 (key issue), Dare devil #144, Doctor strange #2, #12, #15, #17, #19, #20, #27, #29, #32, #47, #48, #49 ( #2 & #48 key issues), The Eternals #5 (key issue), Howard the duck #11, The incredible hullk #259 (key issue) , #262, The Invaders #30, Iron man #141, Marvel super action #34, Marvel team up #32, #86 (key issue), Marvel triple action #45, Micronauts #28, Red Sonja #10, Rom #18, Strange tales #186, #187, Submariner #22 (key issue), Tales to astonish #8, Thor #234, #244, #261, #288 (key issue) , #289, #315, all generally Good. (46)

Marvel Comics Bronze Age Sub-Mariner #35, 1971, Key Issue - battle of Hulk, Silver Surfer and Namor versus The Avengers, Good. 

Quantity of DC Comics Silver and Bronze Age Superman related comics x 46, includes World's Finest (1971) #200, #208, #216, #218, #221, #222, #231, #237, #238, #239, #240, #243, DC Comics Presents (1978) #3, #5 - #15, #18, #21, The Super Friends (1978) #15, #16, #18 - #20, #23 - #27, #30 - #33, The Superman Family (1974) #167, #169, #171, #192, all generally Fair to Good. (46) 

Quantity of DC Comics Silver to Bronze Age Superman comics x 46 issues includes #247, #268, #271, #274, #275, #279, #282, #283, #285, #286, #288, #290, #300, #303, #305, #308, #316, #318, #322, #330 - #334, #336 - #343, #349, #350, #352, with key issues featuring, Origin of Superman retold (#300), 1st appearance of Albert Michaels, later becomes the Atomic Skull (#303), First use of the iconic 'bullet' DC logo on a Superman cover (#308), 1st appearance of Master Jailer, an engineer of traps and an escape artist (#331), also includes Superman #2 (1987) and Superman Monthly #28 (1989) Superman featuring The Justice League, all generally Fair to Good. (46) 

DC Comics Bronze Age Batman No.313 – July 1979, Key Issue, Batman and Catwoman first official date and romantic kiss, 1st appearance of Tim Fox, the son of Lucius Fox and the next batman, Good.  

Quantity of Marvel bronze age to modern issue  X-Men comics x 90 includes The Uncanny X-Men (1981) #145, #147 - #153, #256 - #258, #275 - #299, #301 - #303, #308, X-Men (1991) #1 - #15, #17 - #29, #31, #32, Marvel Milestone Edition REPRINTING of Giant X-Men #1 from 1975, X-Men Unlimited #1 & #2, Giant -Size X-Men Tribute to Wein & Cockrum #1 (2020), X-Men The Hidden Years #1 - #11, X-Men Alpha Flight part 1 & 2 of 2, X-treme X-Men #1, X-Men Legends #3, WildC.A.T.S. X-Men The Silver Age #1 and The Golden Age #1, with key issues that feature Iconic cover art by Dave Cockrum, Origin of Magneto, Debut of classic Psylocke costume, 1st appearance of Trevor Fitzroy, 1st full appearance of Bishop, 1st appearance of Mikhail Rasputin, 1st appearance of Graydon Creed, 1st appearance of Omega Red, Iconic cover art by Jim Lee, and others, all generally Good to Good Plus. (90)

Quantity of Bronze Age DC Comics x 28 includes Wonder Woman (1975) #216, #223, #239, #240, #254, #257, #259; Justice League of America (1975) #120, #126, #128, #131, #135, #138, #159, #160, #162, #163, #165, #167, #170 - #173, #178, with key issues featuring 1st and last appearance of Shazam's Squadron of Justice: Bulletman, Bulletgirl, Spy Smasher, Mr. Scarlet, Pinky, Ibis (#135), 1st appearance of Green Lantern of the 73rd Century (#138), 1st appearance of Sindella, mother of Zatanna (#163), Battle of the JSA vs the Secret Society Super-Villains (#167), Death of Mr. Terrific (#171);  Legion of Super Heroes (1980) #260, #262, #263, #265; all generally Fair to Good. (28) 

Large quantity of bronze age comics, magazines and cinema press packs, includes various issues of Planet of the Apes from 1974 - 1977 with #1, Detective Comics, G.I. Combat, Super Spider-Man with Super Heroes, The Hulk, Captain Britain, Cheyenne Kid, Eagle, and others, all generally Fair. (qty)

A GERMAN 1935 PATTERN DRESS DAGGER FOR THE LUFTWAFFE BY PAUL WEYERSBURG, SOLINGEN, circa 1936, with signed plain 12in. stiletto blade, cast drooping quillion with sun-wheel swastika, wire-bound blue leather spiral grip, cast circular pommel with inlaid bronze disc with raised sun-wheel swastika, together with its original blue morocco leather covered scabbard with three plated fittings, chain hanger and bullion portapee knot. This bladed product is not for sale to people under the age of 18. By bidding on this item you are declaring that you are 18 years of age or over.Please be aware that we are unable to send edged weapons or bladed products by postal courier to a UK residential address (Offensive Weapons Act 2019)

A RARE PAIR OF MINIATURE JAPANESE SWORDS, POSSIBLY FOR A BOY, mid 19th century, both unsigned, the 'katana' with 9 1/4in. blade of traditional form, the 'wakisashi' with similar 6in. blade, both swords with copper habaki carved with 'cat scratches', horn tsubas with florally gilded edges (some loss to decoration), horn hilt fittings, bronze bird of paradise menuki beneath cotton binding (one amateur rebound) and complete with their black lacquered sayas with green fleck and moulded with ridges for the first third, horn fittings, the kurikata on the katana broken, the wakisashi with an engraved nickel kogai in a side-pocket. This bladed product is not for sale to people under the age of 18. By bidding on this item you are declaring that you are 18 years of age or over.Please be aware that we are unable to send edged weapons or bladed products by postal courier to a UK residential address (Offensive Weapons Act 2019)

A WORLD WAR TWO GERMAN POLICE OFFICER'S PARADE SWORD BY KREBS, SOLINGEN, with plain 31 1/4in. blind-fullered signed blade, silver-plated fittings to the hilt and scabbard fittings (some frosting and wear to sharp edges), officer type pommel, ribbed wood grip (traces of black finish) with horizontal aluminium wire wrap and backstrap, large bronze police eagle deeply inset into the front grip, silver bullion with black lines sword knot, black painted scabbard (losses to finish) with separate bottom drag, measuring 37in. overall in scabbard. This bladed product is not for sale to people under the age of 18. By bidding on this item you are declaring that you are 18 years of age or over.Please be aware that we are unable to send edged weapons or bladed products by postal courier to a UK residential address (Offensive Weapons Act 2019)

A GERMAN 1935 PATTERN DRESS DAGGER FOR THE LUFTWAFFE BY GEBR. HELLER, MARIENTHAL, circa 1936, with signed plain 12in. stiletto blade, cast drooping quillions with sun-wheel swastika, wire-bound blue leather spiral grip, cast circular pommel with inlaid bronze disc with raised sun-wheel swastika, together with its original blue morocco leather covered scabbard (small losses to covering) with three plated fittings and chain hanger. This bladed product is not for sale to people under the age of 18. By bidding on this item you are declaring that you are 18 years of age or over.Please be aware that we are unable to send edged weapons or bladed products by postal courier to a UK residential address (Offensive Weapons Act 2019)

Königspaar aus Holz. TAMIL NADU/SÜDINDIEN, 18. Jh., einzeln stehende Darstellungen, die krustige Patina zeigt Reste einer natürlichen Farbpigment-Fassung, H: 97 cm und 82 cm. Starke Altersspuren, besch. Anbei: Schwere Bronzeperlen-Halskette.| King and queen made of wood. TAMIL NADU/SOUTH INDIA, 18th c. single standing figures, the crusty patina shows remains of a natural color pigment setting, h: 97 cm and 82 cm. Strong signs of age, dam. Attached: heavy bronze beaded necklace.

RICHARD ROHAC "Chinese Träger" Desing des 20.Jh. Geschwärzte Bronzefigur aus Österreich aus der Mitte des 20. Jahrhunderts, H: 11,5 cm. Alters-und Gebrauchspuren, Befestigung der Körbe sind zusammengeklebt.| RICHARD ROHAC "Chinese Carrier" 20th century design.Blackened bronze figure from Austria from the middle of the 20th century, h: 11,5 cm. Signs of age and use, the baskets are glued together.

KAY (Kay Winkler, geb. 1956), 'Galatea', Bronze, im Wachsausschmlezverfahren gegossen, braun patiniert und poliert, im Guss nummeriert '60/99' und eingeritzte Signatur, HxB: ca. 17x38 cm. Altersspuren.|KAY (Kay Winkler, born 1956), 'Galatea', bronze, cast using the lost wax process, brown patina and polished, numbered '60/99' in the cast and scratched signature, HxW: approx. 17x38 cm. Signs of age.

MOREAU, AUGUSTE, NACH (1834-1917), "Alerte", Metallguss, in Bronzeart patiniert, vollplastische Figur des Amor mit Schilt und Köcher, auf rundem Sockel im Guss bezeichnet 'Aug. Moreau', H: ca. 56,5 cm, Gewicht ca. 11,8 kg. Altersspuren, restauriert (ein Flügel geklebt) und part. leicht beschädigt.| MOREAU, AUGUSTE, AFTER (1834-1917), "Alerte", Cast metal, patinated in bronze, fully sculpted figure of Cupid with shield and quiver, on a round base inscribed 'Aug. Moreau', H: approx. 56.5 cm, weight 11,8 kg. Signs of age, restored (one wing glued) and part. slightly damaged.

8 boxed sets of bronze age cutlery sets by Danasco, plus set of 6 teaspoons and box with 2 teaspoons

Mantel clock in Empire style model `Portoic Clock` made in 1830. Crystal columns frame the watch drum and connect the gold parts. The cold shine of glass successfully sets off the severity of architectural geometry. Majestic power and solemnity are conveyed by the proportions and radiance of the gold parts of the order. The solar and floral decoration of the attic and dial convey the idea of rising glory and encouraging prosperity. Dimensions: Height 42 cm, width 22 cm, depth 13.5 cm. References: Pierre Chelberg, Encyclopdie de la Pendule Francaise du Moyen age du XXe ciecle, Paris 1997, p. 455. Width: 22cm, Height: 42cm, Depth: 13.5cm, Weight: 3kg, Condition: Good, Material: Gilded bronze, crystalChoose Color