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Lot 368
A 20TH CENTURY RAYMOND PETTIGREW CARVED STONE BUST OF A NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN AND AN EAGLE, mounted on a wooden plinth, signed R. Pettigrew verso, height 15.5cm, a hardstone abstract carving of three wolves heads, the base marked 'E5701' BEN HENRY JNR, SIX NATIONS, ONT, CAN' and an ethnic male figure of flattened form, mounted on a square marble plinth, height 31.5cm (Condition:- minor chipping to Wolves and toes of male figure)
Lot 2118
Kurfürstentum Sachsen - 1 Taler 1537, Herzog Johann Friedrich, Gemeinschaftsprägung mit Herzog Georg, Av: Büste mit geschultertem Kurschwert rechts, Rv: Bärtige Büste n.l., ss, berieben, Tönung, Kratzer, partiell leichte Schrötlingseinrisse an der Oberfläche, 28,48g Ag rau, BW Bank Blister. | Electorate of Saxony - 1 thaler 1537, Duke Johann Friedrich, joint minting with Duke Georg, Obv: Bust with shouldered electoral sword right, Rv: Bearded bust n.l.,VF, rubbed, toning, scratches, partially light red chipping on the surface, 28.48g Ag rough, BW Bank blister.
Lot 32
Nürnberg, Stadt - Konvolut Medaillen und Plaketten, 5 Stück, darunter a) Versilberte Bronzeplakette von Lauer auf die Maschinenfabrik ERNST MECK, ca. 3,5 x 5,5 cm. ss-vz b) Einseitige Bronzeplakette 1902, seinen Ehrenmitgliedern gewidmet vom Künstlerverein Nürnberg, ca. 3,5 x 5 cm, ss-vz c) Einseitige Bronzeplakette 1904, von Schwabe, auf die 50-Jahrfeier des Künstlervereins, ca. 5,5 x 3 cm, ss-vz d) Matt versilberte Bronzeplakette 1903 unsigniert, auf den Justizrat Georg Freiherrn von Kress, Erster Vorstand des Vereins für Geschichte der Stadt Nürnberg 1878-1903. Dessen Brustbild nach halbrechts, oben rechts das Kress'sche Wappen mit Freiherrnkrone / Fünf Zeilen Schrift. Ca. 6 x 4,8 cm. ss e) Versilberte einseitige Bronzeplakette 1896 von P. Kittler, auf den Architekten und Direktor des Gewerbemuseums, Dr. Theodor von Kramer. Dessen Brustbild nach links, darunter Gebäudeansicht. Ca. 4,5 x 3 cm, ss. Dazu König-Ludwig-Kreuz 1916. Am besten ansehen | Nuremberg, city - mixed lot of medals and badges, 5 pieces, including a) Silver-plated bronze badge from Lauer on the machine factory ERNST MECK, approx. 3.5 x 5.5 cm. VF-EF b) one-sided bronze plaque 1902, dedicated to its honorary members by the artists 'association Nuremberg, approx. 3.5 x 5 cm, VF-EF c) one-sided bronze plaque 1904, by Schwabe, on the 50th anniversary of the artists' association, approx. 5.5 x 3 cm, VF-EF d) Matt silver-plated bronze plaque unsigned 1903, to the judiciary Georg Freiherrn von Kress, first board member of the Association for the History of the City of Nuremberg 1878-1903. His half-right bust, top right the Kress coat of arms with a baron crown / five lines of writing. Approx. 6 x 4.8 cm. VF e) Silver-plated one-sided bronze plaque from 1896 by P. Kittler, to the architect and director of the trade museum, Dr. Theodor von Kramer. His bust to the left, below the building. Approx. 4.5 x 3 cm, VF. Also King Ludwig Cross 1916. Best to see
Lot 33
Nürnberg, Stadt - Versilberte Bronzemedaille 1896 von Lauer auf die 2. Bayerische Landes-, Industrie-, Gewerbe- und Kunstausstellung zu Nürnberg. Stadtansicht, darüber Medaillon mit dem Brustbild des bayerischen Prinzregenten / Ansicht des Ausstellungsgeländes, darüber verschlungene Hände in Lorbeerkranz vor Emblemen der Industrie und Kunst, unten zwei Stadtwappen auf Zweigen. D ca. 5 cm. ss-vz | Nuremberg, city - Silver-plated bronze medal from Lauer 1896 at the 2nd Bavarian State, Industry, Trade and Art Exhibition in Nuremberg. City view, above medallion with the bust of the Bavarian prince regent / view of the exhibition grounds, above it hands entwined in laurel wreaths in front of emblems of industry and art, below two city coats of arms on branches. D approx. 5 cm. ss-vz
Lot 34
Nürnberg, Stadt - Konvolut: 6 Medaillen, darunter a) + b) Große und kleine Bronzemedaille auf den 400. Geburtstag von Hans Sachs. Dessen bärtiges Brustbild von vorn / bei der großen Medaille rv. nimbierter Doppeladler mit Brustschild, darunter zwei Stadtwappen. Die kleine mit Henkelspur, D ca. 5 cm und 2,7 cm. ss c) Bronzemedaille 1892 von Lauer a. d. Tod v. Geheimrat Dr. Ottmar von ESSENWEIN, Direktor d. Germanischen Nationalmuseums Nürnberg, am 13. Oktober. Ansicht des Museums a. d. Vogelschau / Brustbild nach links. D ca. 6 cm, ss d) Bronzemedaille 1894 von Lauer auf das 250-jährige Bestehen des Pegnesischen Blumenordens. Brustbild des Präsidenten Dr. med. Wilhelm Beckh nach rechts / Parkansicht mit Tor. D ca. 4,5 cm. Der Pegnesische Blumenorden ist ein 1644 gegründeter Nürnberger Dichterbund. Der Name bezieht sich auf den Fluß Pegnitz. ss e) Bronzemedaille 1904 in Liebe den Blinden gewidmet, Blinden-Anstalt Nürnberg 1854-1904. D ca. 4,5 cm, ss, Rf. f) Bronzemedaille 1900 von Lauer auf den 500. Geburtstag von Johannes Gutenberg. Brustbild von Gutenberg nach halbrechts / 3 Wappen. D ca. 3,5 cm, ss | Nuremberg, city - mixed lot: 6 medals, including a) + b) large and small bronze medals on the 400th birthday of Hans Sachs. His bearded bust from the front / at the large medal rv. Nimbated double-headed eagle with breast shield, including two city coats of arms. The small one with handle mark, diameter approx. 5 cm and 2.7 cm. VF c) bronze medal 1892 by Lauer a. d. Death v. Privy Councilor Dr. Ottmar von ESSENWEIN, Director d. Germanic National Museum Nuremberg, October 13th. View of the museum a. d. Bird's eye view / half-length portrait to the left. D approx. 6 cm, VF d) 1894 bronze medal by Lauer on the 250th anniversary of the Pegnese Order of Flowers. Half-length portrait of the President Dr. med. Wilhelm Beckh to the right / view of the park with gate. D approx. 4.5 cm. The Pegnesian Flower Order is a Nuremberg poet association founded in 1644. The name refers to the river Pegnitz. VF e) Bronze medal dedicated to the blind in love in 1904, Nuremberg Institute for the Blind 1854-1904. D approx. 4.5 cm, VF, rim-nicks f) Bronze medal 1900 by Lauer on the 500th birthday of Johannes Gutenberg. Half-right portrait of Gutenberg / 3 coats of arms. D approx. 3.5 cm, VF
Lot 47
Württemberg-Teck - Silberne Hydramedaille o.J., von J. Chr. Müller, Herzog Friedrich Karl (1677-1693), Av: Gepanzertes Brustbild nach rechts in großer Perücke und mit Feldherrnbinde, unter Armabschnitt Signatur ICM, Rv: Herkules im Kampf mit siebenköpfiger Hydra, ss, leicht berieben, Tönung, Zainende Kratzer, Rand bearbeitet 34,9g rau. | Wuerttemberg-Teck - Silver hydra medal n.y., by J. Chr. Müller, Duke Friedrich Karl (1677-1693), Obv: Armoured bust portrait to the right in large wig and with field commander's armband, signature ICM under arm section, Rv: Hercules in battle with seven-headed hydra, VF, slightly rubbed, toning, clipped planchet, scratches, rim worked, 34.9g rough.
Lot 166
A Belleek (First Period) Parian Bust of Charles Dickens, inscribed W.W. Gallimore Sc for William Wood Gallimore, and' Belleek/Fermanagh, black printed maker's mark, on a glazed socle base, 46cm highIn good original condition. No damage to report. The part that appears to be a 'crack' in the image is in fact part of the sculpture and is the seam in his jacket.
Lot 249
A French Art Deco Painted Plaster Bust, by LUBE, PARIS, modelled as a nude female, with maker's marks to the chest, 60cm high; A Similar Advertising Bust, as a boy with a bunch of bananas, inscribed L.U.P. Elvepe, 45cm high (2). Some typical surface flaking, staining and surface dirt. Lube model: Tip of the nose restored and repainted, possible restoration to the left side of the face. Boy with bananas: In good condition, no visible repairs or significant damage
Lot 35
Peter Rouw (1771-1852): A Marble Portrait Bust of a Lady, a member of the Thorold family, her hair in plaits and ringlets, her head turned slightly to sinister and her shoulders draped in a classical robe, on a waisted socle carved with palmettes, signed P. Rouw Sculpt'r, 1830, 70cm high Provenance: Originally from Syston Hall, near Grantham, the seat of the Thorald family, which was demolished in 1923.
Lot 410
After Houdon: A Gilt and White Painted Composition Bust, early 20th century, of a maiden in Art Nouveau style, her hair up in a scarf, signed Houdon 100, 59cm highMarks to hands are dirt. Some pain loss under chin lower neck area. Various small paint chips to gold painted areas of her dress. No damage to report.
Lot 425
Peter Rouw (1771-1852): A Marble Portrait Bust of a Lady, a member of the Thorald family, her head turned slightly to dexter, her hair tied up in plaits, her shoulders draped in classical robes, on a plain waisted socle, inscribed to the reverse Peter Rouw, London 1825, 67cm high Provenance: Originally from Syston Hall, near Grantham, the seat of the Thorald family, which was demolished in 1923. Two repairs to the folds of the shawl to the chest area, small chip to the fold of the shawl above the right breast (1cm). Overall showing signs of dirt and grime. Facial features; hair, head, neck all in good condition. Socle good
Lot 56
A Regency Plaster Bust of Charlotte Augusta, Princess of Wales, 1796-1817, by F Hardenberg, cream painted and inscribed PUBLISHED JANUARY 2 1818 BY F HARDENBERG. 10 MOUNT STR NO. 13, 78cm high . 7cm chip to folds of drapery on true left arm, with signs of old restoration, 7cm flat chip to truncation on true left arm, other typical small chips and staining throughout, matte painted, the shawl is yellowing due to petina
Lot 74
Circle of John Downman ARA (1750-1824) Portrait of gentleman, half length, in a grey coat with striped lining and white jabot, wearing a powdered wig Portrait of a lady, half length, wearing a white satin dress, trimmed with lace and a powdered wig Oil on canvas, 29cm & 28.5cm dia. (oval) respectively (2) Provenance: The Caroll Gallery, London (as John Opie); The collection of William Rockhill Nelson Gallery of art, Atkins Museum of Fine Arts, Kansas City Missouri (as John Opie); Christie's London, 9th February 1990, Lot 122 (as circle of John Downman); Wilkins and Wilkins, London (as French School); Christie's, The Duarte Pinto Coelho Collection, 20th July 2011, Lot 480 See illustration. Old relining. scattered retouching particularly noticible to edges of canvas and ladys neck and bust area. 3 large scratches and areas of paint los above ladies head. pin spots of paint loss.but in overall good condition. various labels verso. frames in good order.
Lot 21
A 2nd Class decoration: the cross in silver with red and white enameled arms, 52x49mm, silver roses and branches, with fine engravings on their reverse; obverse centre medallion in white enameled gold, with applied, golden bust of the saint, with white enameled upper cross, silver outer circlet; white enameled reverse medallion with golden roses and applied, ornated, capital monogram “E” in gold, with upper loop struck with “A”, “greyhound’s head” and “F.R” (within a lozenge) marks; suspension ring struck with two “A” marks; original ladies’ bow ribbon (detached from the cross), together with a miniature bow ribbon of the Austrian Red Cross decoration with applied, green enameled “War Decoration”; in the original, red morocco, fitted case of issue with silver embossed, Austrian coat-of-arms and four, cursive “E” on the lid; inner cushion with gold printed maker’s mark of Rothe & Neffe, Vienna.A rare decoration of this Ladies’ Order, created by Emperor Franz Joseph, in memory of her wife, Empress Elizabeth, assassinated in Geneva in 1898, one week after her death;Very fine condition, nice, dark patina. I R!
Lot 314
Grand Cross Set, intituted in 1906. Sash Badge, 105x77 mm, gilt Silver, trefoiled, red enameled, GOLD edge and 9 rays between the limbs. Silver crowned eagle, spreaded wings on the cross, holding a sword in the right claw and a scepter in the left. Round GOLD medallion on the eagle’s chest with King Carol’s 1st bust, on the reverse a blue medallion with the legend: ”1866-10 Mai-1906”, in the centre, King Carol I cipher. Above the cross a silver crown and the inscription: ”1866-10 Mai-1906”. Below, a GOLD scarf with blue enameled legend: ”Prin statornicie la izbanda”, original light blue sash, in very rare original case of issue. Breast Star, 1st Model, 85 mm, gilt Silver, hallmarked ”800”, maker’s mark ”Paul Telge, Berlin”, the shape of an 8 rays star, eagle in the center, in very rare original case of issue. The Order of Carol I, the highest Romanian Order, instituted on May 10th, 1906, part of the 40th jubilee celebration of King Carol of Hohenzollern, was awarded until 1932 in 4 classes: Collar, Grand Cross, Grand Officer and Commander. With the introduction of the Order of Loyal Service in 1932, the last two classes of the Order Carol I were closed, but the decorations could be worn until 1947. An extremely rare set in perfect condition! I RR!
Lot 406
1st Class (1966). Breast Star, 66 mm, GOLD with Pastes, 52 g, center enameled, 10 groups of rays,reverse with horizontal pin, in the centre bust of Tudor Vladimirescu within a wreath of oak leavesand luxury sash for foreign Presidents and High Ranking Diplomats. A very rare star in mint condition!I RR!
Lot 43
Grand Officer’s breast star, 92 mm, in Silver, imitating the sequined embroidery, with raised borders and smooth fleurs-de-lys; centre medallion with separately made, most finely chiselled bust of Henry IV within outer circlet bearing the Order’s motto “HONNEUR ET PATRIE”; smooth reverse with convex centre medallion, vertical, round pin and two side-hooks.A very rare piece, extremely fine condition, retaining a very fine patina.I RR!
Lot 574
Round Medallion with the bust of Pope Benedict XV (1915–1922) facing right, 50x32 mm, surrounded by theinscription “BENEDICTUS XV PONT. MAX.” and below, right, the maker’s signature “S.J.” (StefanoJohnson, Milan), within a separately-made laurel wreath with green enamelled leaves and orange-redenamelled berries and the bow tying the branches; the reverse with round medallion, bearing themotto “BENE MERENTI”, and the well-visible, 4 thin tubes with inserted pins, mounting the medallionto the wreath; rectangular upper loop and finely chiselled Trophy suspension; large, round ring andoriginal ribbon.An extremely rare decoration, superb condition.The Medal for Military Merit was the highest honour besides the Orders, given to Officers of thearmed corps in defence of the Holy See, first instituted by Pope Gregorius XVI after the Napoleonicwars, then renewed by each subsequent Pope, until Paul VI. I RR!
Lot 95
A Grand Cross Set: GOLD sash badge, 116x71 mm, with white enameled maltese cross with finely chiselled passant-guardant lions between the arms; obverse centre medallion with toned-gold bust facing left within blue enameled outer circlet with themotto “FIDELITER ET CONSTANTER” in gold lettering, the whole enclosed in a green enameled oak wreath; reverse medallion with the Saxon colour in green and black enamels within blue enameled circlet with date “D. 25 DECEMBER 1833” in gold, alsoenclosed in a green enameled oak wreath; large suspension crown with accurately chiselled detail and bright-polished inner cap; large suspension ring and original, original sash; breast star, 86 mm, alternately 4 gold and 4 silver rays; white enameledcross; chiselled centre medallion with green enameled crown; blue enameled outer circlet with motto “FIDELITER ET CONSTANTER” in gold lettering, the whole enclosed in a green enameled oak wreath; smooth, “frosted” back with 8 tiny nuts retainingthe obverse centre and vertical pin, this, struck with the French “swan” mark for pieces passed in auction.A beautiful group of one of the most illustrious orders of the German states, with a complex history within the branches of the Saxon, ducal family; in almost pristine condition. I R!
Lot 833
Reliquienbüste des Heiligen Paulus aus Holz. SÜDFRANKREICH, um 1500-1520 halbfigurige Darstellung des Heiligen Paulus, Nussbaumholz, vollrund geschnitzt, gehöhlt und farbig gefasst. das jugendliche Haupt ist mit gelocktem Bart und Haar schön ausgearbeitet. In seiner linken Hand hält die Figur das aufgeschlagene Evangeliumbuch. Die rechte Hand ruhte wohl ursprünglich auf einem Schwertknauf (ein neu gearbeitetes Schwert ist lose anbei). Das Gewand ist mit Falten im gotischen Stil beschnitzt. Auf der Brust befindet sich eine ovale Vertiefung, die mit einem polierten Bergkristall die Reliquie einschliesst. Originaler, polygonaler Sockel mit umlaufendem Doppelprofil. Diverse Risse und Absplitterungen. Reste von originaler Farbfassung. H. 31 cm, Breite des Sockels 20 cm. Restauriert. Zusatzinformation: aus einer süddeutschen Privatsammlung. Provenienz: Galerie Viktor Puch, München, Expertise anbei. | Relic bust of Saint Paul made of wood. SOUTH OF FRANCE, around 1500-1520, half-figure representation of Saint Paul, walnut wood, carved in the full circle, hollowed and painted in color. the youthful head is beautifully worked out with a curly beard and hair. In his left hand the figure holds the open gospel book. The right hand probably originally rested on a sword pommel (a newly worked sword is loosely attached). The robe is carved with folds in the Gothic style. On the chest there is an oval recess that encloses the relic with a polished rock crystal. Original, polygonal base with a circumferential double profile. Various cracks and chips. Remnants of the original paint. H. 31 cm, width of the base 20 cm. Restored. Additional information: from a private collection in southern Germany. Provenance: Galerie Viktor Puch, Munich, expertise attached.
Lot 73
AN EARLY 20TH CENTURY STONEWARE STAMP DAMPNER moulded as a bust of David Lloyd George (1863-1945) Prime Minister 1916-1922, 11cm high. This is a piece of political memorabilia relating to the introduction in 1911 of the National Insurance Act where b y workers between 16-70 contributed 4p, employers 3p, and the government 2p a week as insurance against illness and unemployment, 11cm
Lot 575
A Copper Medallion, published by Griffin and Hyams, with a relief moulded bust of Queen Victoria, inscribed 'Victoria Dei Gratia Regina' the reverse commemorating a visit by Her Majesty to the City of London, Nov 9th 1837, 6cm diameter; A Horatio Viscount Nelson Medallion and King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Coronation Medallion 1937. (3)
Lot 73
1892 SOUTH AFRICA 5 SHILLING COIN, Kruger bust left, single wagon shaft Condition Report: Appears in good overall condition, minor wear and scratching. (See images).Auctioneer's Note: deceased estate, single owner collection. Please satisfy yourself prior to bidding, items sold in good faith but sold as seen.
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