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Lot 15
A PAIR OF NAPOLEON III GILT BRONZE AND METAL NINE BRANCH TABLE CANDELABRA CIRCA 1870, IN THE BAROQUE STYLE 79cm high, 36cm diameterProvenance:Supplied by Oliver Messel Condition Report: Wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Surface to each is very dirty and with areas showing signs of polish spills, verdigris build up. The gilding looks to be fairly heavily rubbed- notably to arms, nozzles and drip pans. Some looseness to branches.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 descriptionAll 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
Lot 243
A BLACK AND GILT CHINOISERIE DECOUPAGE DECORATED TERRACOTTA VASE19TH CENTURYWith carved and decorated flame finial lid and twin handles above liner with metal sleeve 81cm high, 56.5cm wide across the handlesProvenance:Supplied by Oliver Messel from the Old Serving Room at Nymans Condition Report: Overall scratches, knocks and abrasions consistent with age and use.There are losses, observations and restorations including: overall there is a craquelure, almost like bitumisation; the paintwork and gilding worn and aged; the gilding is of bronze hue with knocks revealing the underlying gesso and terracotta in places; the decoration is similar to decoupage, with chinoiserie flowers, insects, buildings, and figures cut from printed fabric or card and applied - some of these cut out sections torn or now lost from the vase but with the silhouette outlines remaining; the handles are applied, one is not flush and has some movement; there is a metal liner.Please see the additional photographs as a visual reference of condition. Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 290
A GEORGE II LEAD FIGURAL GARDEN SUN DIAL ATTRIBUTED TO JOHN CHEERE AFTER JOHN NOST MID 18TH CENTURY The solid gnomon and dial above the crouching figure of Father Time or Kronos, the dial signed "B MARTIN, LONDON" and indistinctly engraved with the Boevey escutcheon of arms 152cm high overall, the base 92cm wide 74cm deepProvenance:Possibly acquired by Thomas Crawley-Boevey, 1st Bt. of Flaxley (1709-69), at the time of his marriage to Susanna (née Lloyd) in May 1743, and by descent at Flaxley Abbey, Gloucestershire, until sold and removed from the premises- Flaxley Abbey, Gloucestershire: Catalogue of the Valuable Contents, Bruton, Knowles & Co., 29 March - 5 April 1960, lot 1009.Returned to Flaxley Abbey by Frederick Baden WatkinsLiterature: Arthur W. Crawley-Boevey, A Brief Account of the Antiquities, Family Pictures and Other Notable Articles at Flaxley Abbey, co. Gloucester, Bristol, 1912, p. 36, no. 3.Mrs. A. Gatty, The Book of Sun-dials, London, 1900, 4th edition, p. 472.R. Bowling, 'Sundial Supporters Revisited', BSS Bulletin [The British Sundial Society], vol. 19, September 2007, p. 126.This 18th century lead sundial was described as 'The Flaxley Sundial' when it was sold from the Flaxley Abbey estate in 1960. The lead figure of Father Time is depicted as a bearded old man kneeling under the weight of a bronze dial that bears the Boevey coat of arms. He is shown with wings to represent how 'time flies'. 'B. Martin', possibly the maker, is incised on the dial. He is shown with wings to represent how 'time flies'. 'B. Martin', possibly the maker, is incised on the dial. It's possible that the maker of the sundial was Benjamin Martin who worked between 1738 and 1777 from one address in Chichester and five in Fleet Street and latterly as Benjamin Martin & Son until 1782 when the firm went bankrupt.At the time of cataloguing only two similar sundials of this particular kneeling form of Time were noted. One, with receipt dated for 1743 by John Cheere, was noted at Blair Castle, Perthshire (RCAHMS SC 763911). As the lead was piece-moulded, Cheere could assemble parts in new configurations; this was supposedly the case with the Blair Castle example, which is adapted from John Nost I's (fl. 1677-1710) Indian sun dial at Melbourne Hall, Derbyshire (I. Roscoe, A biographical dictionary of sculptors in Britain, 1660-1851, New Haven and London, 2009, p. 262).Another version of Father Time was formerly at St. Osyth Priory, Essex- however it has been noted that this one was of a slightly different form- with just one hand holding the plate above. It was listed in the house sale of 1920 as: 'A fine XVII cent. cast lead figure of Time supporting a sundial, 3' 6" high on a square stone base' (In fact, it was 18th century and life-size). The sundial failed to sell, and remained at St. Osyth Priory until 1986; its present whereabouts are unknown, and no image is extant (R. Bowling, 'Sundial Supporters Revisited', BSS Bulletin [The British Sundial Society], vol. 19, September 2007, p. 126).Subsequent research has shown an almost identical sundial to this lot- offered by Seago Antique Garden Furniture, 22 Pimlico Road London, and illustrated at the back of John Davis "Antique Garden Ornament" (Antique Collector's Club 1991). The Seago lead statue of Father Time is recorded with provenance for Fonthill House, Wiltshire, home of Alderman William Beckford. Unfortunately its current whereabouts is unknown and the maker of the sundial plate unrecorded.A related sundial known as the 'Blackamoor' is recorded in the gardens of the Inner Temple, London (W. Lethaby, Leadwork, old and ornamental, and for the most part English, London, 1893, pp. 101-111). This sundial is signed on the dial 'Ben Scott in the Strand Londini Fecit' and '1731'. It is almost certainly after an earlier model by John Nost I, who at the turn of the century, was awarded a contract for an extensive programme of sculptural works at Hampton Court Palace, Middlesex, including a 'Blackamore' sundial. The records state that Nost I was employed 'for modelling a figure of a Blackamore kneeling being 5 ft high holding up a sundial', and for 'casting the said Blackamore in hard metal and repainting'. Another 'blackamoor' sundial attributed to Nost I based on the Melbourne Hall example sold Sotheby's, London, 10 July 2014, lot 140 (£56,250 inc. premium).The tradition of casting statues in lead dates back to the Roman period, but in Britain it was particularly prevalent in the late-17th and 18th centuries when lead figures featured predominantly as garden statuary. Nost I founded the original lead figure manufactory in London, at the Hyde Park Corner end of Piccadilly. This neighbourhood became the centre for the production of lead figures with a number of lead yards in operation, including that of Nost's cousin, John Nost II (d. 1729), who took over the family business, and John Cheere, known for his life-size lead figures that were often painted 'to resemble nature'. It is additionally noted that the Blair Castle version of this may have been painted to resemble marble.Condition Report: Weathering, wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Comparison with the two photographed similar examples at Blair Castle () and with Seago in 1991 (see additional images) shows that each is mounted on a stone plinth base, right foot down and the left overlapping at the back. In this example however the left ankle has a bracing rest, the right foot is slightly elevated and an iron rod runs up from the plinth into the body. Evidently the rod and possibly the plinth are therefore later- part of a conservation process to ensure greater stability to the figure. In each photographed comparable example there is damage or repair evident to the legs/feet. This lot shows old remedial and conservation work- notably around the left ankle, foot and knee. However weathering has resulted in colour variance to the surface throughout- making it difficult to determine whether further work was carried out on the right leg, limb extremities and around mould-junction points. There does seem to have been restoration work at the shoulders, and elbows- and slight feather crack to left elbow. Certainly with this lot there is a notable colour difference to the fingers of both hands- a natural weak spot- which suggests old repairs. Additionally, there has been discussion as to the colour and form of the sundial circular surround. Comparison with the other two shows a similar colour variance and smoothness- a paler slightly greener colour- suggesting it may have been cast slightly differently from the main body for stability and accuracy to accommodate the sundial plate. The plate itself is not fixed in place- with vacant screw holes. The plate has strong scattered verdigris patina and the markings are faint and rubbed. Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report.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.Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 39
A PAIR OF BRONZE EGYPTIAN REVIVAL CANDLESTICKS LATE 19TH CENTURY Each with three branches above female Egyptian figure, above anthemion decorated tripartite bases with stylised lions on bun feet 49cm high, 22cm wideProvenance: Supplied by Oliver Messel Condition Report: wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Both with rubbing to patina to exposed extremities such as arms of figures and base edges and corners. One with more wear around acroteria moulding suggesting it has been off and repositioned. 1 lily pod branch missing. 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 descriptionAll 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
Lot 103
Collection of artefacts, some possibly metal detecting finds, of varying ages, some Celtic, Viking, Medieval, to include horse fibula approx 9cm in length, a silver gilt and alloy spoon, Celtic bronze strap, Celtic pin, small dagger, bracelet, ear scoop, silver buckle, ring, a bone cross, pewter trefoil pilgrim badge etc, circa 15 pieces
Lot 146
CHAUCER AND THE CANTERBURY TALES FIRST EDITION PROOF SET OF 36 BRONZE PROOF MEDALLIONS, all 36 medals housed in individual plastic bubbles, accompanied with information booklet on how the medal were drawn and the history behind them, minted by John Pinches, Portugal, Spain, Luxembourg, Netherlands Year sets of coins, commemoratives etc
Lot 254
Bill Ramsey (American, B. 1951) "Hawaiian Scenes" Signed lower left. Original Mixed Media painting on Illustration Board. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting is the original painting which appeared on the Fleetwood First Day Day of Issue Maximum Card for the U.S. 20c Hawaiian Statehood stamp issued March 12, 1984. August 21, 1959 is a day that will live forever in America's history ... for on that day the territory of Hawaii became the fiftieth state of the Union. Prior to Hawaii's attaining statehood, travelers from all over the world had already made Hawaii famous for its lovely beaches and beautiful weather -- Mark Twain even called it "the loveliest fleet of islands that lies anchored in any ocean." The islands of this balmy paradise rise out of the warm waters of the Pacific and are topped by peaks which sometimes spew forth a fiery breath of lava. Looking down from the volcanic peaks, one may see the velvet green stretches of sugarcane and pineapple crops. Importantly too, modern Hawaii has not lost sight of her fascinating history. A bronze statue of King Kamehameha I -- the ruler who united many independent tribal kingdoms -- stands tall in Honolulu's Civic Center. Image Size: 15 x 18.5 in. Overall Size: 20 x 25.25 in. Unframed. (B08773)
Lot 225
Bronze copy of famous John Rogers' "Travelling Magician" sculpture. John Rogers (1829-1904) was a machinist from Manchester, N.H., who turned his hobby of sculpting into a very financially successful company. The Traveling Magician statue depicts a magician entertaining a man and his son while a young girl (the magician's assistant) has fallen asleep, obviously bored at having seen the rabbit pulled from the hat many times before. Height: 49 cm. Width: 35 cm. Depth: 26 cm. Condition: New. Location: Switzerland, Degersheim.
Lot 718
A patinated bronze figure of a Sumerian (Mesopotamia) female worshipper, modelled after originals from the Antique (c. 2500 BC), the standing figure with clasped hands, on an integral square base. Height 23cm. Note: original examples of very similar figures in a variety of materials can be found in major collections including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, British Museum, University of Chicago etc.
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