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Lot 12
Philip Rashleigh (1729-1811). 'Specimens of British Minerals,' 'Selected from the Cabinet of Philip Rashleigh of Menabilly in The County of Cornwall Esq M.P,' London: W. Bulmer & Co for G & W Nicol and J. White, 1797-1802, first editions, 2 parts bound in one volume, quarto, one of the most attractive books on minerals, with the first part being published in 1797 and contains 33 aquatint plates illustrated by henry bone (1755-1834) of Truro, the second part published in 1802 with 21 hand coloured aquatint plates (comprising 20 plates of minerals and one of strata) with general descriptions of each article, the hand coloured plates in vol 2 are mainly illustrated by Medland and others after J. R. Underwood with occasional light foxing.Tipped in a letter addressed from 'Menabilly 26th July 10 p.m. Dear Sir, I believe this will overtake a letter I sent this morning & I write to give you the earliest account of the box with the pictures being and arrived. My servant brought it in from Fowey where it came by water from Lostwithiel & I think they said it came to Lostwithiel by a waggon which is by much the best way for anything liable to damage as the outside of the box was wet I immediately opened it & found the things exceeding we; pack and quite dry. I have not opened my brother Charles’s Pikture of Earl Mount Edgecumbe as it seems so very secure. I shall deliver it to him on Monday. I once more thank you for your trouble & am Dear Sir Your most Honourable servant Philip Rashleigh.'Philip Rashleigh served as the M.P. for the local family constituency of Fowey from 1765 until 1802. The family home Menabilly is situated between Fowey and St Austell. The latter being an important centre for China Clay mining, so Rashleigh was ideally placed to pursue his interest in geology, forming one of the most distinguished early collections of minerals. Of particular note are his unsurpassed examples of Cornish minerals which are meticulously detailed in this work.With the bookplates of Mr J. Paul de Castro, School of Mines, Redruth, Cornwall and John Blowey, with the sticker of W. Heath, books bought or exchanged 29 ½ Lincoln ‘s Inn Fields, in an original tooled binding with gilt lettering and gilt embossed on the spine and covers, a near fine copy of a scarce work.
Lot 313
A 19th century French boulle work and ebonised pier cabinet, the later marble top over a scroll form frieze and similar door with a slightly bowed oval panel, flanked by gilt metal cabochon and mask mounts, over a shaped plinth base with further gilt metal mounts, 83.5 cm wide, 39 cm deep, 111.5 cm high
Lot 401
A collection of Herend porcelain items, to include a gilt-decorated pot pourri, 13 cm high, together with other similar items: two Dresden porcelain cabinet cups and saucers, a Royal Crown Derby Imari pin dish, a Worcester blush ivory small spill vase and a miniature Worcester dog on a cushion.Qty: 9
Lot 419
A 19th-century Continental tooled leather bound double photograph album, the cover painted with a Dandy and his Beau, containing many cartes de visite and cabinet photographs mostly by Parisian photographers, the pages with gilt floral details and gilt fore-edge. and gilt clasps. 28 cm high x 34 cm wide x 6.5 cm thick.Contains 45 photographs
Lot 451
Limited edition, large size wall or cabinet plate hand decorated with an illustration of working people on a chilly day. Artist signature on lower left side. Issued: c. 1980Dimensions: 13.25" dia.Edition Number: 283 of 5000 Manufacturer: DelftCountry of Origin: HollandCondition: Age related wear.
Lot 453
Limited edition porcelain cabinet or wall plate hand decorated with a scene of villagers gathered together after a long day. Artist signed to lower right side. Delfts backstamp. Artist: A. V. OstadeIssued: c. 1970Dimensions: 13.25" dia.Edition Number: 339 of 5000 Manufacturer: DelftCountry of Origin: HollandCondition: Age related wear.
Lot 29
A Large & Spectacular Collection of Microscope Slides, The Cabinet - English, c.1880, unsigned but very much in the style of Beck, constructed of French polished mahogany with a large carry handle on the top, with paneled sides and a plinth base, glazed door opening to reveal 14 drawers to hold 36 standard slides and a deep drawer in the base to hold accessories, each drawer with a pull and a porcelain label with a brass frame, the cabinet 42.5cm wide The drawers are mostly full of microscope slides all in very good and clean condition, slide makers include Fred Enock, Russel London, Bourgogne a Paris, Amos Topping, A. C. Cole, Norman,, Smith Beck & Beck, Edmund Wheeler, J B. Dancer Microphotographs, J. D. Moller, W. A Firth, along with many others.
Lot 97
A Large & Impressive Inspectors Beam Kit, English, c.1920, the scale beams engraved 'COUNTY BOROUGH OF BLACKPOOL, W. & T. AVERY LTD, BIRMINGHAM' and all numbered 3398, 3399 and 3400, the massive French polished storage cabinet opening to reveal 3 sets of beam scales dismantled and fitted into custom slots for storage, the set contains an oak tripod (tripod to short for large scale, it may have had an extending len now missing) mounted set engraved to weigh 56LB, a board mounted set engraved to weigh 7LB, and a small board mounted set engraved to weigh 1LB,Note: We have been unable to find a set of this size and form having been offered for sale at auction. Case Dimensions - 94cm wide, 58cm deep, 40cm tall
Lot 3
A Very Fine W. Watson & Sons Van Heurck Monocular & Binocular Exhibition Microscope, English, c.1900, engraved to the back of the tripod stand 'W. WATSON & SONS, 313 High Holborn, LONDON, 5083' the microscope on a massive lacquered brass tripod foot, with brass pad feet, at the top is a large friction locked trunnion that supports the main body of the microscope, at the bottom is a large plano-concave mirror in a gimbal, above this is the fully mechanical substage with X-Y control, rotational control via a gear and pinion, all with rack and pinion focusing, full mechanical circuit stage with Turrel type adjustment with vernier scales, limb incorporating fine focus control with course rack and pinion to the rear of the bodytube, the monocular body tube with a racked drawer tube and push/pull drawer tube, the binocular body with inter-ocular rackwork, in the original French polished mahogany cabinet with two drawers of accessories, the first containing: A Pair of Zeiss binocular eyepieces, 6 Watson & Sons HOLOS objectives in cans, A Watson & Sons 3in objective & can, 2 HOLOS oil condensers in cans, 3 eyepieces, A substage condenser holder, the second drawer contains: A cased micrometer by Watson & Sons, A cased Maltwood finder, A side reflector, A set of stage forceps, 2 substage polarisers, A parabolic condenser, An achromatic condenser, A nosepiece analyser, A brass case of stops, The Watson-Van Heurck microscope is named after its two inventors, William Watson and Jean-Baptiste van Heurck the Belgian Diatomist. It was developed in the late 19th century and was considered one of the most advanced microscopes of its time. William Watson was a British microscope maker who began working on the design of a high-quality microscope in the 1870s. He was motivated by a desire to improve the quality of microscopes used for scientific research and medical diagnosis. He worked on several designs before settling on the final one in collaboration with Jean-Baptiste van Heurck. The Watson-Heurck microscope was designed to improve upon the limitations of existing microscopes. The optics had a good range of magnification and resolution, allowing for more detailed observations of specimens. It also had a more stable base, reducing vibrations and improving the clarity of the image. One of the key features of the Watson-Heurck microscope was its use of a sub-stage condenser. This allowed for more even lighting of the specimen and reduced the distortion caused by uneven illumination. The Watson-Heurck microscope was widely used in scientific research and medical diagnosis throughout the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It was particularly popular for studying diatoms, single-celled organisms with intricate, glass-like shells that are difficult to observe with standard microscopes. The Van Heurck microscope was available in various models, but this, the 'Exhibition' stand, was the most expensive and was sold only as a special order microscope. Due to the cost of this microscope when new very few are found today with the binocular head, most are monocular. The Watson-Heurck microscope remained popular until the mid-20th century when newer technologies, such as electron microscopes, became more widely available. However, it is still used today by some researchers and collectors of antique scientific instruments. Overall, the Watson-Heurck microscope was a significant advancement in the field of microscopy and played an important role in scientific research and medical diagnosis during its time.
Lot 26
A Large & Fine Collection of Diatom Microscope Slides, The cabinet, English, c.1900, unsigned, constructed of a light hardwood French polished on a plinth base, glazed door opening to reveal 29 drawers each to hold 3 rows of 14 slides giving a total capacity of 1218, with a deep drawer at the base for accessories, cabinet width 47cm depth 33cm height 55cm, lock & key but screws missing, the slide collection is entirely of diatoms by makers such as J. D. Moller, Wendle, Holstein; E Thum, Leipzig; C Baker 244 High Holborn; Watson & Sons 313 High Holborn; J. B. Dancer, Manchester; J. T. Norman; C. M. Topping; E Wheeler 48 Tollington Rd, London; T. W Robertson; A. C Cole; C. N Peal, Fernhurst, Ealing; Clarke & Page; R. I. Firth; W. A. Firth
Lot 138
A fine Victorian Mahogany British, Irish & Scottish Lepidoptery Collection & Cabinet, The Cabinet - English, c.1880, with a small circular plaque marked 'CABINET WORK BY J. J. HILL & SONLONDON N. W. 10' , the cabinet in 4 sections each section with 10 drawers, each drawer on hidden bearer runners with lift-off framed glass lids and integral camphor cell, two pulls and a single brass label holder to the front, cabinets with removable locking front covers, with plinth base and top panels, most of the butterflies with labels giving the collectors name, locations, and date, with one of the 4 sections empty of butterflies assembled cabinet height 138cm x width 107 cm x depth 48cm The Collection was put together by Geoffrey Alfred Cole, born in 1902 in Swindon, Somerset, the younger of two sons born to Samuel Barrett and Anne (nee Gammon) Cole. The collection was begun around 1912 whilst Geoffrey was a student at Leighton Park School, Reading. Geoffrey trained as an accountant and in 1939 he joined the Ministry of Pensions and was posted to Belfast as a hospital accountant during the 2nd World war. Following this Geoffrey was assigned to various different hospitals culminating in a posting to Queen Mary’s Hospital, Roehampton. In 1945 he joined the fledgling National Health Service as treasurer of the South-East Metropolitan Health Service. Although technically a hobby, Geoffrey’s knowledge gained him a reputation as an eminent amateur lepidopterist. His extensive collection of native British Butterflies has been beautifully preserved and presented. This collection was originally one of two collections; the other being a collection of native British Moths. On his death, Geoffrey generously donated the moth collection to a national institute to ensure that it would continue to be studied and maintained by the scientific community.
Lot 23
A Good Victorian Microscope Slide Cabinet English, c.1880, unsigned, constructed of French polished mahogany with plinth base and glazed door, with 21 slide drawers each capable of holding 3 rows of 8 standard slides giving a total capacity of 504 slides, each drawer with a white ceramic label to each side and a wooden pull, with a single deep drawer to base, campaign-style brass handle to top,with lock and key, containing a few microscope slides most diamond engraved possibly by C. M. Topping (x43)
Lot 187h
A Small Victorian Chemists Drug Run, English, mid Victorian, with later paper labels to inside of drawers for SYDNEY E. WHITE Ltd, CASH CHEMISTS, the cabinet constructed of French polished mahogany and pine, drawers constructed of dovetailed pine with mahogany fronts, each drawer with a hand-painted gilt label and turned mahogany knob, cabinet 45cm wide x 50 cm tall 26cm deep
Lot 169
The Putney: A Rare EMS VCS3 Mk1 Analogue Modular Synthesizer, 1970/71, serial no. 3905, marked VCS3a, in hardwood cabinet with two panels providing controls for: three voltage-controlled oscillators (VCOs), noise generator, input level, ring modulator, filter/oscillator, envelope shaper, reverberation, output filter, 16x16 patch board matrix with six resistive connecting pins (two incomplete or for testing purposes), joystick providing X/Y modulation control; reverse with power connector, stereo headphones output, scope, right/left signal outputs, two control outputs, keyboard output, two Hi. level inputs, and two Mic. outputs (600Ω), together with plug, 17 1/2in x 17in x 16in (44.5cm x 43cm x 40.5cm) overall Footnotes: Provenance: Acquired by the current owner who worked for Peter Zinovieff (1933–2021) at Electronic Music Studios from 1970-1972. Zinovieff was co-founder of EMS and was instrumental in the development of the VCS3 Synthesizer. Electronic Music Studios Ltd. (EMS) was formed in 1969 by Peter Zinovieff, Tristram Cary, and David Cockerell, partly to fund Zinovieff's experimental music studio. The VCS3 was nicknamed 'The Putney' after the location of Zinovieff's London home and was their first commercial product. When contemporary alternatives from early synthesizer companies such as Moog and Buchla would take up entire walls, EMS provided a comparatively compact version of the electronic studio, hence the name 'Voltage Controlled Studio' (VCS). The VCS3 was modular but made use of a 16x16 patch matrix which minimised the need for patch cables to connect separate modules. The synthesizer soon found its way on to the soundtracks of popular TV programmes like 'Doctor Who' and on numerous popular albums. The VCS3 was prominently featured on tracks by Pink Floyd (such as Dark Side of the Moon's 'On the Run'); The Who (the 'Won't Get Fooled Again' intro includes Lowrey organ processed through a VCS3); Roxy Music (where it was played by original member Brian Eno who went on to use it on his solo albums); Led Zeppelin (played by John Paul Jones on 'Four Sticks'); Hawkwind, King Crimson, Jean Michel Jarre, and Tangerine Dream, among others. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 109
A SET OF FIFTEEN JAPANNED PINE PANELS, PROBABLY ANGLO-DUTCH, LATE 17TH / EARLY 18TH CENTURY in sizes, rectangular or square, painted with a variety of Chinoiserie vignettes on black grounds within a gold paint border, probably drawer fronts from the interior of a cabinet, many with filled handle holes, 36cm longestProvenance: Property of a European Collector (see lot 4 for further details)
Lot 14
Rare Rock and Graner Dolls House tinplate musical box upright Piano, German circa 1875, painted in simulated wood with embossed scroll decoration cabinet, hinged flap to paper printed keys with painted cast metal dolphin serpentine supports and foot pedals, the lift of top with turn handle for operating working musical movement, 6 ¾” (17cm) tall, (condition: fair, some paint loss and lacks swing arm candlestick holders).
Lot 25
Collection of soft metal Dolls House furniture, 1890s, including silver and gold metal upright piano with hinged lid to painted keys, 3 ½” (9cm) tall, mirror backed display cabinet with three shelves and ornaments, gilt metal filigree table with leaf decanter holder, circular table, bench, screen, pair of metal candlesticks, picture, miniature chain purse, dog charm, metal snowdrops and rug, (condition: very good), (13 items).
Lot 159
Pair: Private Erasmus Rust, 18th Hussars Military General Service 1793-1814, 2 clasps, Orthes, Toulouse (Erasmus Rust, 18th Hussars.); Waterloo 1815 (Erasmus Rust, 18th Regiment Hussars.) fitted with original steel clip and ring suspension, light contact marks, otherwise nearly very fine or better (2) £2,200-£2,600 --- Provenance: Spink N.C., February 1951. Erasmus Rust was born in Queen’s County, Ireland, and enlisted into the 18th Hussars at Dublin on 9 January 1810, a cabinet maker by trade. He served 13 years 245 days, including 2 years for Waterloo, and was discharged on 10 September 1821, on disbandment of the regiment. He was admitted to Out-pension of 5d per diem on 21 May 1828, to be collected in the Preston District. He transferred to the Carlisle District in December 1856, and died on 17 December 1857, aged 61. Sold with copied discharge papers and Chelsea Hospital Pension returns.
Lot 542
An Art Nouveau inlaid mahogany cabinet in the manner of Shapland & Petter, with shelf above a leaded glazed door flanked by rectangular uprights inlaid with stylised flowers, on tapered legs, height 151cm, width 129cm, depth 43cm.Condition Report: Overall condition good, very light wear here and there, but essential appearance good.
Lot 681
DRESDEN; a pair of flared rim vases, painted with birds and floral sprigs, height 16cm, with a Coalport miniature cabinet cup and associated saucer, each with 'jewelled' detailing, and a pair of Coalport cabinet cups and saucers with gilt detailing against green grounds.Condition Report: Minor wear to th gilding on the vases and one with a hair line crack to rim. One green saucer with a hair line crack. Small cup with a hair line small saucer with losses to the surface detailing throughout.
Lot 2879
A Victorian inlaid rosewood octagonal topped sewing cabinet, the hinged cover enclosing fitted compartment with sewing accessories, on four sabre supports terminating on a shaped square plinth base with four scrolling feet, height 72cm, together with a Victorian inlaid side table of rectangular form, width 88cm.
Lot 2970
IAIN JAMES; a reproduction media cabinet in the form of a linen chest, the top reveals space for television with single shelf to the bottom, blank cut out to the back to accommodate a swing arm, over a two door cabinet revealing four adjustable shelves, 183 x 118 x 53cm.Condition Report: The media items and swing arm not included.
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