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Lot 644
BY AND AFTER G. REECE - a pair of cast bronze figural bookends, modelled as a right and left handed golfer wearing traditional garb, signed, dated 20(09), fixed onto polished black and white marble bases, figures 5" high, marble bases 6 1/2" long (Est. plus 21% premium inc. VAT)One club glued, otherwise generally good
Lot 653
A PAIR OF BRONZE BUSTS of Napoleon Bonaparte and The Duke of Wellington, c.1900, each on square red marble plinth with gilt metal leaf moulded banding, unsigned, 13 3/4" high (Illustrated) (Est. plus 21% premium inc. VAT)Some wear to brown patination, minor well polished chips to corners of both plinths
Lot 663
AFTER GEORGES VAN DER STRAETEN (Belgian 1856-1941), a bronze bust of a stylish young lady wearing a tricorn hat, ribbon choker, and decollete dress, mid brown patination, signed, "Societe des Bronzes de Paris" foundry mark, fixed onto a chamfered onyx base, 7 1/2" high overall (Est. plus 21% premium inc. VAT)Patination rubbed on nose and other extremities, back corner of onyx chipped
Lot 672
AFTER EDWARD ONSLOW FORD R.A. (1852-1901), "Folly", a bronze female figure, inscribed Ernest Brown & Phillips, Leicester Square, brown patination, on green marble circular base with label, 20 1/4" high (Illustrated) (Est. plus 21% premium inc. VAT)Joint on her right arm loose and needs repinning, otherwise good
Lot 698
A SINO TIBETAN CAST BRONZE FEMALE DEITY, seated in the dhyanasana pose, holding a kalasa in her left hand, her right hand lowered, palm down, wearing a flaming head dress and strings of beads, on a double lotus stand, unmarked, 12 1/2" high (Est. plus 21% premium inc. VAT)Stand 9 x 6", no apparent losses or restoration. There is a loose piece of casting behind her left "earring" roundel
Lot 157
A pair of French bronze bookends, early 20th century, each modelled as a scribing cherub, each 11.5cm longCR; Height approximately 13cmWidest point approximately 6cmOne cherub is loose upon it's base, and screw needs tightening. Both appear to have once been modelled writing upon slabs, which have since been broken off, as evident by rough patches on the arms (see pictures). Both examples show general scratching and wear commensurate with age and use. No large splits, dents or signs of repair. The slightly loose example wobbles slightly on a level surface.
Lot 537
A pair of late 19th century bronze copies of the Townley Vases, each cast in relief with classical figures, raised upon stepped slate plinths with incised gilt foliate detail, 42cm high (one at fault)CR; One example appears to have a later replacement bolt on the base, which has become loose on the pin running through the vase - as a result, the vase is loose upon the plinth, and the body of the plinth is loose on the base. There appears to be traces of an adhesive residue around the plinth of the same example (see pictures). Both examples show several chips and nibbles to the marble plinths mostly concentrated on the corners and edges, with the at fault example having a large loss to the base (see pictures). There is some loss to the gilt highlights on both examples. The vases to both examples appear in good order, no large dents, major damage or repair. Both liners are present.
Lot 104
Lot consists of two alarm clocks; second half of the twentieth century.Bronze and metal.In need of restoration.They need to be restored.Measurements: 9 x 13,3 cm; 7,5 x 7,5 cm.Pair of two alarm clocks with a folding support at the back to support the structure of the clock case. The two pieces have a square structure, although inside one of them has Roman numerals and the other Arabic numerals.
Lot 110
Maritime compass; 19th century.Mother-of-pearl, enamel and gilt bronze.Presents restoration.Preserves original case.Measurements: 16 x 11.5 cm; 18.7 x 13.3 cm (box).Maritime compass with Chinese characters. This piece belongs to the personal collection of Don Juan José Ontalva (Chinchón, 1930- Madrid, 2019), a famous watchmaker from Madrid, descendant of several family generations dedicated to the world of watches. During his career he achieved a high degree of precision and skill, becoming the master of other watchmakers. He is currently recognised for numerous works, including the commissioning and restoration of the Billeter astronomical clock, located in the Congress of Deputies.
Lot 113
Set of three spyglasses; 19th century.Bronze, brass and leather.In good state of preservation.Measurements: 9.5 cm (largest).In their early days, spyglasses were mainly used by sailors and naturalists, although they were also used for ornithological observation and, to a certain extent, for astronomical observations. These pieces belong to the personal collection of Don Juan José Ontalva (Chinchón, 1930- Madrid, 2019), a famous watchmaker from Madrid, descendant of several family generations dedicated to the world of watches. During his career he achieved a high degree of precision and skill, becoming the master of other watchmakers. He is currently recognised for numerous works, including the commissioning and restoration of the Billeter astronomical clock, located in the Congress of Deputies.
Lot 114
Two tier clock set; circa 1900.Gilt bronze.Original gold case preserved.One of them is of the Siemens brand.Measurements: 8,7 cm.These pieces belong to the personal collection of Don Juan José Ontalva (Chinchón, 1930- Madrid, 2019), a famous watchmaker from Madrid, descendant of several family generations dedicated to the world of watches. During his career he achieved a high degree of precision and skill, becoming the master of other watchmakers. He is currently recognised for numerous works, including the commissioning and restoration of the Billeter astronomical clock, located in the Congreso de los Diputados (Congress of Deputies).
Lot 115
Set of three microscopes; 19th century.Gilt bronze and brass.Measurements: 11.5 cm (largest).These pieces belong to the personal collection of Don Juan José Ontalva (Chinchón, 1930- Madrid, 2019), a famous watchmaker from Madrid, descendant of several family generations dedicated to the world of watches. During his career he achieved a high degree of precision and skill, becoming the master of other watchmakers. He is currently recognised for numerous works, including the commissioning and restoration of the Billeter astronomical clock, located in the Congress of Deputies.
Lot 116
Microscope; House of E. Deyrolle", Paris, 19th century.Bronze.Measurements: 30 x 12 x 10 cm.Microscope manufactured by the house of E. Deyrolle. Émile Deyrolle (1838-1917) was a French naturalist and natural history dealer in Paris. The business was originally owned by his naturalist grandfather, Jean-Baptiste Deyrolle, who opened his shop in 1831 at 23, Rue de la Monnaie. Deyrolle specialised in natural history and taxidermy publications of specimens, minerals, rocks, fossils, botanical specimens, shells, taxidermy, microscopic specimens and microscopes.
Lot 2
Table clock in gilt bronze. Vienna. Louis XV style. Late 19th century. Gilt bronze and enamel. White dial, Roman numerals, pear-shaped hands.Measurements: 9,8 cm (length); 2,5 cm (dial).This piece belongs to the personal collection of Don Juan José Ontalva (Chinchón, 1930- Madrid, 2019), a famous watchmaker from Madrid, descendant of several family generations dedicated to the world of watches. During his career he achieved a high degree of precision and skill, becoming the master of other watchmakers. He is currently recognised for numerous works, including the commissioning and restoration of the Billeter astronomical clock, located in the Congreso de los Diputados (Congress of Deputies).
Lot 47
Table clock. Vienna. Late 19th century, Louis XV style. Gilt bronze and enamel. White dial, Roman numerals, pear type hands. It comes with original key.Measurements: 8.7 cm (height); 19 mm (dial).This piece belongs to the personal collection of Don Juan José Ontalva (Chinchón, 1930- Madrid, 2019), a famous watchmaker from Madrid, descendant of several family generations dedicated to the world of watches. During his career he achieved a high degree of precision and skill, becoming the master of other watchmakers. He is currently recognised for numerous works, including the commissioning and restoration of the Billeter astronomical clock, located in the Congress of Deputies.
Lot 51
KELLER table clock. art deco, ca. 1920. in agate and enamelled bronze. White dial, Arabic numerals, pear-shaped hands.Measurements: 7.5 x 6 x 4 cm; 3.7 cm (dial).This piece belongs to the personal collection of Don Juan José Ontalva (Chinchón, 1930- Madrid, 2019), a famous watchmaker from Madrid, descendant of several family generations dedicated to the world of watches. During his career he achieved a high degree of precision and skill, becoming the master of other watchmakers. He is currently recognised for numerous works, including the commissioning and restoration of the Billeter astronomical clock, located in the Congreso de los Diputados (Congress of Deputies).
Lot 53
Set of three travel clocks, bronze, silver and enamel. Ca. 1900. White dials, Arabic numerals, two with pear-shaped hands, one with fleur-de-lis hands.Measurements: 4.5 x 9.5 x 3.5 cm.This piece belongs to the personal collection of Don Juan José Ontalva (Chinchón, 1930- Madrid, 2019), a famous watchmaker from Madrid, descendant of several family generations dedicated to the world of watches. During his career he achieved a high degree of precision and skill, becoming the master of other watchmakers. He is currently recognised for numerous works, including the commissioning and restoration of the Billeter astronomical clock, located in the Congreso de los Diputados (Congress of Deputies).
Lot 54
Set of two travel clocks. England, ca. 1900. Silver, bronze and enamel. White dials, Arabic numerals, Breguet type hands one and pear type hands the other.Measurements:This piece belongs to the personal collection of Don Juan José Ontalva (Chinchón, 1930- Madrid, 2019), a famed watchmaker from Madrid, descendant of several family generations dedicated to the world of watches. During his career he achieved a high degree of precision and skill, becoming the master of other watchmakers. He is currently recognised for numerous works, including the commissioning and restoration of the Billeter astronomical clock, located in the Congreso de los Diputados (Congress of Deputies).
Lot 56
Travel clock, silver. English. Late XIX century, Edwardian style. Silver and bronze, with tortoiseshell simile. White dial, Roman numerals, pear-shaped hands.Measures: 9,5 x 6 x 5 cm; 4,3 cm (dial).This piece belongs to the personal collection of Don Juan José Ontalva (Chinchón, 1930- Madrid, 2019), a famous watchmaker from Madrid, descendant of several family generations dedicated to the world of watches. During his career he achieved a high degree of precision and skill, becoming the master of other watchmakers. He is currently recognised for numerous works, including the commissioning and restoration of the Billeter astronomical clock, located in the Congreso de los Diputados (Congress of Deputies).
Lot 57
Two travel clocks. First half of the 20th century. art deco. Bronze, enamel and leather case. White dials, Arabic numerals, obelisk and sword type hands.Measurements: 7.5 x 7 x 2.5 cm.This piece belongs to the personal collection of Don Juan José Ontalva (Chinchón, 1930- Madrid, 2019), a famous watchmaker from Madrid, descendant of several family generations dedicated to the world of watches. During his career he achieved a high degree of precision and skill, becoming the master of other watchmakers. He is currently recognised for numerous works, including the commissioning and restoration of the Billeter astronomical clock, located in the Congreso de los Diputados (Congress of Deputies).
Lot 60
Travel clock. DEPOSE (registered design). 2nd half of XIX century. Gilt and silvered bronze. Enamel. White dial, with Roman numerals, pear-shaped hands.Measures: 14 x 7 x 10 cm.This piece belongs to the personal collection of Don Juan José Ontalva (Chinchón, 1930- Madrid, 2019), a famous watchmaker from Madrid, descendant of several family generations dedicated to the world of watches. During his career he achieved a high degree of precision and skill, becoming the master of other watchmakers. He is currently recognised for numerous works, including the commissioning and restoration of the Billeter astronomical clock, located in the Congreso de los Diputados (Congress of Deputies).
Lot 62
Clock stand. 17th century. Gilded bronze with crucified Christ motif. Steady rest type model with circular base and lathed shaft.Measurements: 17 x 7,5 cm; 7,3 x 3 cm.This piece belongs to the personal collection of Don Juan José Ontalva (Chinchón, 1930- Madrid, 2019), a famous watchmaker from Madrid, descendant of several family generations dedicated to the world of watches. During his career he achieved a high degree of precision and skill, becoming the master of other watchmakers. He is currently recognised for numerous works, including the commissioning and restoration of the Billeter astronomical clock, located in the Congreso de los Diputados (Congress of Deputies).
Lot 63
Automaton music box with clock, after models by Karl Griesbaum; Germany; 20th century.Gilt bronze and enamel.Press set.Preserves key.Measurements: 7 x 11 x 9.5 cm.Music box with an enamelled decoration with neoclassical aesthetic ornamentation on the front and borders with figurative scenes on the sides and in the upper area. On the front is the clock case with a white dial and Roman numerals in black. This type of object was very popular from the 19th century onwards, with a great variety of models, factories, materials, etc., usually concealing the mechanism that moves them to surprise the spectator and often accompanied by a musical mechanism. However, they were always intended for the upper classes, given that their construction and design required high quality and mastery due to the delicacy of the machinery and the materials chosen.
Lot 64
Music box with automaton; late 19th century.Silver and bronze.Measurements: 6 x 10.5 x 7 cm.This type of object was very popular from the 19th century onwards, with a great variety of models, factories, materials, etc., normally trying to hide the mechanism that moves them in order to surprise the spectator and often accompanied by a musical mechanism. However, they were always intended for the upper classes, since their construction and design required high quality and mastery due to the delicate machinery and materials chosen.
Lot 66
Music box; 19th century.Gilt bronze and gilt silver.Measurements: 4.5 x 3 cm.Music box in the shape of a stamp with a Louis XV coin motif, located on the base. This type of objects were very appreciated from the 19th century, with a great variety of models, factories, materials, etc., normally trying to hide the mechanism that moves them for a greater surprise in the spectator and often accompanied by a musical mechanism. However, they were always intended for the upper classes, since their construction and design required high quality and mastery due to the delicate machinery and materials chosen.
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