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Click here to subscribePair: Captain H. C. Marshall, Royal Garrison Artillery Queen’s South Africa 1899-1902, 3 clasps, Cape Colony, Transvaal, Laing’s Nek (Capt. H. C. Marshall, 2/W.D., R.G.A.); King’s South Africa 1901-02, 2 clasps, South Africa 1901, South Africa 1902 (Capt. H. C. Marshall. R.G.A.) good very fine (2) £160-£200
Pair: Sergeant-Major Clerk H. Fairburn, Royal Garrison Artillery, later commissioned as Lieutenant Queen’s South Africa 1899-1902, 5 clasps, Belmont, Modder River, Cape Colony, Orange Free State, Transvaal (2430 S. Major Clerk: H. Fairburn. W.D., R.G.A.) clasps mounted in order listed but not entitled to Cape Colony; Army L.S. & G.C., V.R., 3rd issue, small letter reverse (2430. Q: M: Sgt. H. Fairburn. R.A.) light contact marks, nearly very fine (2) £160-£200 --- Herbert Fairburn was born near Dublin and enlisted into the Royal Artillery at Woolwich on 15 June 1881, aged 15 years 6 months. He was awarded the L.S. & G.C. medal in September 1899 and was discharged at Johannesburg on 14 June 1902, intending to reside there. His discharge papers confirm Q.S.A. with four clasps (but not Cape Colony) and also the King’s medal with two clasps. He re-enlisted at Pretoria on 1 September 1904, and was commissioned Lieutenant on 22 February 1905. Sold with copied discharge papers.
Queen’s South Africa 1899-1902, 3 clasps, Cape Colony, Transvaal, Wittebergen (6438 Cpl. C. W. Bristow. 35th. Coy. 11th Impl: Yeo:) edge bruising, very fine £80-£100 --- Sold with copied medal roll extract and service papers that shows a 6438 Lance Corporal Edward Lyell Bristow as having served in the 35th (Middlesex) Company, 11th Battalion Imperial Yeomanry in South Africa from 28 February 1900 to 18 July 1901.
Delhi Durbar 1911, silver (3597 Sgt.-Dmr. W. Taylor. R. Berks. Regt.) contemporarily engraved naming, contact marks, very fine £60-£80 --- William Taylor was born in Andover, Hampshire, in 1879 and at age 14 attested as a Boy Drummer into the Royal Berkshire Regiment on 20 August 1892. He served in South Africa during the Boer War (entitled to a Queen’s South Africa Medal with clasp for Cape Colony, Orange Free State, and Transvaal; and King’s South Africa Medal with the two date clasps), and later served in India, being present at the Delhi Durbar 1911, a month after the award of his Long Service and Good Conduct Medal. Appointed Battery Quartermaster Sergeant, he served in Ireland during the Great War and was discharged to pension in February 1920. Sold with a Royal Berkshire Regiment cap badge, copied service papers, medal roll extracts, and a photographic image of the Royal Berkshire Regimental band.
A large cream silk knitted shawl, early 20th century, fringe to all sides, approximately 132cm excluding fringe, together with an early 20th century girls cotton coat, with attached lace cape, and another early 20th century child's white ribbed cotton coat, and a ivory net christening dress, with cotton petticoat, a white cotton baby gown, and a white knitted baby gown (7)
Queens South Africa Medal to a Recipient in the South Wales Borderers who was Killed in Action in 1914 Whilst Serving with the Royal Welch Fusiliers, Queens South Africa medal with three clasps Cape Colony, Orange Free State and Johannesburg, “6001 PTE. C, HENNESSEY. S. WALES B:” Cornelius Hennessey from Cork, Ireland attested for service in the South Wale Borderers on 13th August 1898 aged 18. He served for 12 years and 323 days including 2 years and 254 days in South Africa before his discharge on 12th August 1910. He was imprisoned for 14 days with hard labour in September 1905. During the Great War he was serving with the Royal Welch Fusiliers (service number 10940) was presumed killed on 30th October 1914.Cornelius Hennessy (sic) is remembered on the Menin Gate, Ypres. Medal and 3 clasps are confirmed on the roll of the 2nd Battalion, he is also entitled to the Kings South Africa medal and a 1914 Star trio for the Great War.
Grouping of WW2 Canadian Cloth Formation Signs, including Cape Brenton Highlanders 5th Canadian Armoured division, Royal Canadian Ordnance Corps 3rd Infantry division, Lord Strathcona’s Horse 5th Armoured division, Fort Garry Horse 5th Armoured division, Perth Regiment 5th Armoured division, printed Royal Canadian Corps of Signals 3rd Infantry division, Canadian Dental Corps 1st Infantry division, plus others. Various conditions. (12 items)
Queens South Africa Medal to the 7th (Leicestershire) Company Imperial Yeomanry, Queens South Africa medal with three clasps Cape Colony, Orange Free State and Transvaal, impressed naming, “28079 PTE. T NEALE 7TH COY IMP: YEO:” Medal and clasps confirmed on the roll, he is also entitled to the clasps South Africa 1901 and South Africa 1902. Thomas Neale was from Market Harborough, Leicestershire and attested for service in the Imperial Yeomanry on 20th February 1901. He served for 1 year and 6 months before being discharged on 18th August 1902 aged 21 years and 6 months.
Boer War Medal Pair to the Railway Pioneer Regiment, Queens South Africa medal with three clasps, Cape Colony, Orange Free State and Transvaal, “874 PTE. W. DONALD RLY: PNR: REGT” with Kings South Africa medal with 2 clasps, South Africa 1901 and South Africa 1902, “874 PTE. W. DONALD RLY: PNR: REGT”. William Donald attested for service on 11th January 1900 and was discharged at Johannesburg on 10th January 1902. He is confirmed on the 1st Railway Pioneer Regiment roll for both medals and clasps.
Campaign Medal Group of Six Covering Three Conflicts Over an Impressive 40 Year Period, Queens South Africa medal with clasps Cape Colony, Orange Free State and Transvaal, impressed naming, “13884 DR: G.J. LARKHAM A.S.C.”, Kings South Africa medal with 2 clasps, South Africa 1901 and South Africa 1902, “13884 CORPL G. LARKHAM A.S.C.”, 1914-15 Star medal, “13884 SJT. (A. C.S MJR) G.J. LARKHAM A.S.C.”, British War and Victory medals, “SS-13884 W.O.CL.2 G.J. LARKHAM A.S.C.” and Defence medal, unnamed as issued. Group mounted for wearing on pin back bar. Both Boer War medals and clasps are confirmed on the relevant rolls (No29 Company A.S.C). Great War medals are confirmed on the medal index card. George John Larkham was born in Deal, Kent and attested or service in the Oxfordshire Light Infantry in December 1892 and was discharged by purchase in January 1895. On 13th May 1898 he attested for the Army Service Corps and served through to his discharge on 28th December 1919, having completed almost 22 years which included 6 years and 5 months in South Africa and 3 years and 2 months overseas with the B.E.F. His records do not show any entitlement to any Long Service medal and this may be due to the fact that he was tried by Court Martial in January 1915 due to drunkenness on active service being reduced to the rank of Sergeant. On discharge he gave his intended place of residence as Basingstoke, Hampshire and 1939 he is recorded as being an Army Pensioner in Highclere, Hampshire with the additional responsibility of being an A.R.P. Warden, a responsibility that would have most likely qualified him for the Defence medal. 71 year old George Larkham died in the 2nd quarter of 1944.
VICTORIA ½ Sovereign 1894 Obverse crowned bust of Queen Victoria facing left, veiled and draped, wearing ribbon and Star of Garter legend around, VICTORIA . DEI . GRA . BRITT . REGINA . FID . DEF . IND . IMP . T.B. Reverse St. George on horseback holding short sword in right hand, wearing a flowing cape, helmet and boots; the horse rearing to right over fallen dragon which has a broken lance in its chest; date in exergue 1894, 3.92 grams Condition Report:Available upon request
VICTORIA ½ Sovereign 1899 Obverse crowned bust of Queen Victoria facing left, veiled and draped, wearing ribbon and Star of Garter legend around, VICTORIA . DEI . GRA . BRITT . REGINA . FID . DEF . IND . IMP . T.B. Reverse St. George on horseback holding short sword in right hand, wearing a flowing cape, helmet and boots; the horse rearing to right over fallen dragon which has a broken lance in its chest; date in exergue 1899, 4 grams Condition Report:Available upon request
Bring Back Her Hear, hand painted in matte finish with gold crown and black cape. Walt Disney Classics 60th Anniversary 1997 Event Sculpture Snow White Queen draped in a purple gown and black cape with an exquisite gold penannular brooch. The high white collar and gold crown frames her expressive face as the she holds a gilded box with a gold, heart shaped lock. Includes certificate of authenticity. With original box which measures 11"L x 8"W x 15"H. Issued: 1996Dimensions: 6.5"L x 5.75"W x 9.25"HManufacturer: Walt Disney ClassicsCondition: Age related wear.
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Edward Hopper (1882–1967) was an American realist painter known for his distinctive and often melancholic portrayals of American urban and rural scenes. Hopper's work is characterized by its narrative simplicity, use of light and shadow, and a sense of isolation and introspection. He captured the essence of American life in the early to mid-20th century and is considered one of the most significant American artists of his time.Here are key points about Edward Hopper:1. **Early Life:** - Edward Hopper was born on July 22, 1882, in Nyack, New York.2. **Artistic Education:** - Hopper studied at the New York School of Art and Design under the influential teacher Robert Henri.3. **Career Beginnings:** - In the early years of his career, Hopper worked as an illustrator and created cover designs for magazines. - He also studied in Paris and was influenced by European art movements, including Impressionism and Post-Impressionism.4. **Realism and Urban Scenes:** - Hopper is best known for his realist depictions of American life, with a focus on both urban and rural settings. - His paintings often portray the isolation and anonymity of individuals in contemporary American society.5. **Light and Shadow:** - Hopper was a master of capturing the play of light and shadow in his works, creating a sense of mood and atmosphere.6. **Nighthawks:** - "Nighthawks" (1942) is one of Hopper's most famous paintings, depicting a group of people in a late-night diner. The scene has become an iconic representation of urban loneliness.7. **Cape Cod Influence:** - Hopper spent significant time in Cape Cod, Massachusetts, where he found inspiration for many of his coastal and maritime paintings.8. **Marriage to Jo Hopper:** - Hopper married fellow artist Josephine "Jo" Nivison in 1924, and she became his frequent model and collaborator.9. **Later Years:** - Hopper's career spanned several decades, and he continued to paint into his later years. - He received numerous awards and honors, including the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 1963.10. **Influence on Film and Literature:** - Hopper's work has influenced filmmakers and writers, and his paintings are often cited for their cinematic quality and potential for storytelling.11. **Legacy:** - Edward Hopper's legacy extends beyond his lifetime, and his impact on American art is profound. - His ability to capture the mood and essence of American life has made him a revered figure in the art world.12. **Death:** - Edward Hopper passed away on May 15, 1967, in his studio near Washington Square in New York City.Edward Hopper's art is characterized by its evocative simplicity and the way it captures the atmosphere of American life. His work continues to resonate with audiences, and his influence can be seen in various forms of visual culture and storytelling.Measures 20 x 24.Sold "after" Hopper.
Edward Hopper (1882–1967) was an American realist painter known for his iconic and often melancholic depictions of urban and rural scenes. His work is characterized by a unique sense of isolation, introspection, and the use of light to evoke mood. Here are some key points about Edward Hopper:1. **Early Life:** Edward Hopper was born on July 22, 1882, in Nyack, New York. He showed an early interest in art and began formal art studies at the New York School of Art and Design.2. **Paris and Early Career:** Hopper traveled to Paris three times between 1906 and 1910, where he was exposed to the works of European artists. Despite his appreciation for European art, he developed a distinctive American style influenced by realism.3. **Marriage to Jo Hopper:** Hopper married Josephine Nivison, known as Jo, in 1924. Jo often served as a model for many of his paintings and was a significant influence on his artistic career.4. **Realism and American Scene Painting:** Hopper's style is often associated with American Scene Painting, a movement that focused on depicting everyday American life. He became known for his realistic portrayal of both urban and rural scenes.5. **Themes and Atmosphere:** Hopper's paintings often convey a sense of solitude and introspection. His use of light and shadow, along with the careful composition of his scenes, creates a strong atmosphere in his work.6. **Famous Works:** Some of Hopper's most famous paintings include "Nighthawks" (1942), "Automat" (1927), "Cape Cod Evening" (1939), and "Office at Night" (1940).7. **Cinematic Influence:** Hopper's paintings are often compared to cinematic scenes. The carefully composed settings, the focus on light, and the sense of narrative in his work have led to connections with film noir and American cinema.8. **Recognition:** Hopper gained recognition relatively late in his career. In the 1930s and 1940s, he became widely known and was the subject of major retrospectives.9. **Artistic Process:** Hopper was meticulous in his artistic process, often creating detailed studies and sketches before completing a final painting. He paid careful attention to the architectural details and lighting in his scenes.10. **Legacy:** Edward Hopper is considered one of the most significant American artists of the 20th century. His influence extends beyond painting, impacting literature, film, and popular culture. Many contemporary artists cite him as an inspiration.11. **Death:** Edward Hopper died on May 15, 1967, in his studio near Washington Square in New York City. He left behind a vast body of work that continues to captivate audiences and influence artists to this day.Edward Hopper's ability to capture the essence of American life with a sense of loneliness and contemplation has made him an enduring figure in the art world. His works are celebrated for their evocative atmosphere and psychological depth.Measures 26 x 40.Oil on canvas.Sold "after" Hopper.
Assorted Late 19th/Early 20th Century Baby and Toddler Dresses, comprising four white cotton toddler dresses with broderie anglais, embroidery and lace trims,white cotton Ayrshire christening gown with decorative bodice, elbow length sleeves and graduated floral sprigs down the front of the skirt, two other night gowns, Edmonds Orr & Co London cream wool tiered cape with multi-pleated cream silk trim and cream silk edging quilted silk lining, lace baby bonnet with gathered silk detail, six blue silk embroideries on cut panels, baby bodice, pink pyjama case, white cotton large pillowcase intialled 'E' with double lace trim, three pairs of wool and silk baby shoes trimmed with pink and cream silk, and a single blue trimmed shoe etc,(one box)
Early 19th Century Silk Brocade Chasuble, woven with flowers on cream silk, incorporating silver threads and gilt metal trims, blue silk lining (a.f)19th Century Black Cotton Lace Jacket Parts mounted with black beads overall includes a sleeveless bodice, similar cape panel and various other lengths,Seven White and Cream Assorted Lace and Net Stoles, Veils etc,(two boxes)
Circa 1950s and Later Sportswear and Tweed, comprising an Elan green canvas jacket with a zip front (size 40), Karl Brik Austria blue sleeveless ski suit, another labelled Ljungberg in a rust colour comprising leggings and jacket with button fastenings and detachable hood (size 44), Gann Sporty Norwegian wool cardigan with white metal hook and eye fastenings and another similar in grey labelled Dale of Norway, Alibi wool checked blouson jacket with zip fastening and fringing (size 12),Catherine Paulson Wales striped wool tunic top,two wool kilts, a Riddella brown checked pleated skirt, a Birgitta navy wool pleated skirt, a Roderick Tweedy of Edinburgh blue wool day dress with elbow length sleeves,an Andrew Stewart mohair and wool checked jacket with matching scarf and beret, and a blue wool cape,(15)
Early 20th Century Costume, comprising a black and red brocade woven short sleeved jacket of Eastern origin with gold embroidered trims with silk embroidered highlights and a red lining, black velvet cape with painted floral decoration in red and gold, wide collar, decorative gilt metal buckle to the neck and a gold coloured lining,a Pastella black velvet evening jacket with long sleeves, shawl neck trim in black silk with bow,Gieves and Hawkes Saville Row black wool full length cape with side pockets, button fastening black velvet collar and two filigree brooches/clasps to the neck,(4)
Circa 1960s and Later Clothing, comprising a plum coloured coat with shawl neck collar, three large button fastening, woven with blue flower heads, worn at Buckingham House Garden Party in 1962, a teal silk type dress with elbow length sleeves and faux wrap bodice, together with matching long sleeved coat with velvet collar, and double breasted buttons, Barlena London black velvet full length straight skirt, matching sleeveless jacket with a cape mount to the shoulders,black Jaeger silk type skirt with net underskirts (size 14), a Jaeger black velvet long sleeved jacket with a black trim, peter pan collar, button fastening, a Monsoon Twilight green velvet two piece comprising a full length straight skirt and matching long sleeved jacket with frogging style fastenings to the front (size 16),a House of Fraser similar style coat in black velvet with collar, long sleeves and pockets to the front (ssize 16),(7)
Assorted 20th Century Gents Uniforms and Costume, comprising a khaki canvas jacket with zip fastening, khaki shirt, an Irish Guards grey wool cape, a school striped blazer, a similar striped school scarf, Castell & Son Oxford navy blazer embroidered with 'ONAS' in silvered threads to the breast pocket and gilt metal aviation buttons, two gents tweed suits and a jacket, a Burton brown overcoat, a checked wool double breasted coat, a Grenfell mac and a paisley dressing robe,(15)
Assorted Circa 1950s and Later Ladies Wool and Tweed Clothing, comprising a Fraser Cameron wool and mohair red ground cape, a Ben Nevis navy and green cape, a Harris Tweed jacket with velvet trimmed collar, five Daks London wool checked skirts and a long sleeved shirt,two Aquascutum wool tweed skirts,blue and green checked sleeveless waistcoat and mini skirt, another similar suit,a Frank Russell Original by Mansfield green navy checked wool coat, another similar in brown with double breasted fastening,and a faux fur leopard print style jacket with flared sleeves,(16)
19th Century and Later Costume and Accessories, comprising an Emmatt & Son Harrogate black velvet cape with feather and appliqué decoration with black silk lining, a black full length lace mounted evening dress with flared sheer sleeves, accessories include a Venetian type wide crochet collar, crochet gloves, black lace shawl,evening gloves in kid leather, pair of net mittens, loose feathers in pink, black and brown etc,(one box and rail)
Circa 1890 and Later Costume, comprising a black velvet cape with lace and bead appliqués and trims, 1920s floral metallic woven evening jacket with long sleeves, cuff details and black silk collar, a 1930s orange floral printed silk chiffon dress with lace inserts to the hem and four day dresses, (7)Cape - several large holes in lace trim, missing sections of beading and missing beads, wear to the velvet, particularly to the edges, several small holes to liningEvening jacket - small hole to back under collar, slight frayed hole to left underarmOrange dress - heavily damaged to right side, large rips in outer and lining fabrics, strap not attched at the back, loose at the front. large hole to the front, serveral rips all over, several holes in lace insertsOrange polka dot dress - hem has come undoneBlue floral dress - hem coming undone, several small holes, hole in the zip seam, wear to the right underarmGreen dress - staining to the bodice and several spot stains to the skirtRed dress - hole in waist seam at the back, slight discolouration to the pleated detail at the neck at the back
A Quantity of Early 20th Century Costume and Accessories, comprising a black moleskin long cape with metallic brocade lining and white fur collar, Townsdale black wool double breasted coat with astracan collar, black crepe coat with collar, single button fastening and waist tie,leather handbags and woolwork purse, straw hats, brown jacket, bone fan etc(rail and box)Moleskin coat - Patches or wear to the moleskin, particularly around the edges, a hole in the seam where the collar joins the moleskin, a wear to the collar and a small hole, fraying to the lining particularly near the hem and edgesTownsdale coat - Three small hole to the lining near collar, stitching around buttonhole is coming undone slightly, there is a small hole in the armhole lining where two ties are attachedThird black coat - Several holes to the lining and one seam coming undone slightlyBrown jacket - Possibly had collar and cuffs removed as patches of stitching remainingStraw hats - Some staining and discolouration the hat bands of both hats, the band inside the cream hat is coming undone, a mended hole to the black hatFloral hankie - one frayed edgeBrown leather bag with gold coloured clasp - several scratches and wear to leather, some staining to fabric sections of liningSimilar bag - general wear all over with spot marks to front and backThird brown bag - badly scuffed with large scratch to front,two hole where missing fastenings would have been, missing patch of leather to underside of flap, front pocket missing stitching, indents to sides where metal has rubbed against the leather, missing leather tab from clasp, has key, holes in internal pocket lining, wear, splits and scratches to internal leatherBlue bad - Scuffing to bottom corners, scratched to gold tone metal partsChecked bag - generall scuffing, indents around the fastening from the press stud and some staining to the liningWoolwork purse - some small sections of missing stitched, trim coming away from purse, staining and discolouration to the liningFan - discolouration and staining all over, sections of missing goldwork stitching and sections of the remaining metal is tarnishedTwo small purses, one suede the other red and a heart shaped silver coloured compact
Quantity of Books, including: Thompson (Rev. W.), Sedbergh, Garsdale, and Dent, Leeds: Richard Jackson, 1892, gilt cloth; Armstrong (Thomas), The Crowthers of Bankdam, Collins, 1940, signed "Thomas Armstrong" August 1941; Moorhouse (Geoffrey), Apples in the Snow, Sun Dancing, Hell's Foundations, 3 volumes, all signed by the author, dust jackets; Fleming (Peter), News From Tartary, Jonathan Cape, 1936, first edition; and others including further signed copies, Winston Churchill, Yorkshire Dales, antiques reference, local history, etc. (10 boxes)
The Gentleman’s Magazine, 1755. An early mention of George Washington in a London magazine. A report, reading in part: "The poor men who suffered at the meadows with Colonel Washington recommend to your favour as they were disabled in the service of their country...". This is very early & rather unusual mention of George Washington, being just 23 years old. The additional high points in this issue are first an article headed: "Gov. Dinwiddie's Speech to the Assembly of Virginia" in which he relates various reports from the French & Indian War, including mention of "...general Braddock, commander in chief of all his majesty's forces on this continent..." and others. The very first article in this magazine: "Account of the British Settlements in N. America" which is continued from a previous issue & takes over 3 1/2 pages. Among other items of interest in this magazine are: "A Message from his Excellency Arthur Dobbs, Esq., Governor of North Carolina, to the General Assembly held at Newburn (New Bern)," "A Particular Account of the Death of Mr. Professor Richmann...who was Killed Whilst he was Making an Electrical Experiment" which also includes two illustrations. "Journal of Public Transactions in America," an article which begins: "In the instruction given by Somerset County in Virginia to the representatives in the assembly, is the following passage..."; a full back page is a chart of: "Each Day's Price of Stocks in July, 1755" and much more. The American map called for is lacking. The page numbers are 244-335, plus one each a title page of St Johns Gate. With full title/index page featuring an engraving of St. John's Gate. Bound with June 1755 having a highlight of the dispute between the Assembly and the Governor of Pennsylvania. Speeches of Indian chiefs and a nice description of shells with an illustration. Many snippets of America, including a description of the penalties for anyone to visit Louisbourg, the capital of the French province of Île-Royale (present-day Cape Breton Island) during the War of the Austrian Succession, known as King George's War in the British colonies. Had they visited in a four-month period, the sentence was to have one’s ear cut off, 39 lashes and seizure of assets and exclusion from government.Approximate Dimensions: h. 8", w. 5"Condition:Bound together in excellent condition with the original binding string. American map is not present.
An accumulation of world stamps includes earlier better examples Lot comprises two early albums "Lincoln" and "Rowland Hill". Noted: mint KGVI Tangier overprints to 1/-, Aden, Hong Kong. Good selection of earlier stamps including China, Denmark, France, GB, Japan etc plus an original selection of Hamburg regional post stamps, a sheet of early USA Revenue stamps, Cape Triangulars, Gibraltar QE2 mint definitives to 2/- etc.
Fleming (Ian). 'From Russia with Love'. First Edition. London, Jonathan Cape 1957. Original black pictorial cloth. 8vo. d/w. Book sellers stamp for John, Oxford. Edges marked, back bent, d/w, tears and marks, cellophane covered with 'You Only Live Twice'. First Edition, London, Jonathan Cape 1954. 8vo. d/w. Original black cloth. d/w, owners signature, edges marked, fold lines to d/w, cellophane covered (2)
Darkness at Noon Translated by Daphne Hardy. London: Jonathan Cape, 1940. First edition, first impression, 8vo, original light brown cloth lettered in red, bottom edge untrimmed, with the dust jacket (priced 8s, unclipped, flaps and rear panel blank). Spine slightly rolled, a few small marks to rear board, light spotting to top edge of textblock, dust jacket with intermittent rubbing and a few very small nicks and ships along top and bottom edges, rear panel dust-soiled and with a few splash-marks A superb copy of 'one of the best-known and most widely read political novels of the twentieth century' (ODNB), retaining the extremely uncommon dust jacket in an excellent state of preservation. We trace one other copy in auction records with the jacket, in that instance price-clipped and repaired; Anthony Hobson's copy, with a presentation inscription to him from Koestler, did not have a jacket at all. The rarity of the first edition is often ascribed to the destruction of a large proportion of the print run during the Blitz. Darkness at Noon was Koestler's third published book in English, following Spanish Testament (1937) and The Gladiators (1939).
Lighthouses: sketches, watercolour sketches and prints A collection A large quantity, including:Sketch of Skerries Light House, looking west, 38.5 x 56cm;Pen and ink wash sketch of Smalls Light House, 38 x 52cm;White, P.W.? Sketch of Lundy Island Light House, 15 x 22cm;After W. Simpson. The Light-House at Cape Chersonese, looking south, tinted lithograph;Desprez & Panseron. Cayer contenant les plans et elévations de trois differents phaneaux, propre a eclairer les vaisseaux sur les ports de mer, projet par le Sieur Panseron. [Paris: Chéz l'auteur : Le Vasseur graveur : Desnos, 1781] Folio, 5 plates of 6 only;and many others(quantity) FROM THE LIBRARY OF THE STEVENSON LIGHTHOUSE ENGINEERS
Edinburgh and the Lothians Collection of works, 19th-early 20th century Taylor, James. Lord Jeffrey and Craigcrook, a History of the Castle. Edinburgh: David Douglas, 1892. First edition, one of 150 copies, 4to, original tan cloth;Selway, G. Upton. A Mid-Lothian Village. Notes on the Village and Parish of Corstorphine. Edinburgh: George Waterston & Sons, 1890. First edition, one of 58 copies, 4to, original brown cloth gilt, wood-engraved plates on tinted ground;Bone, James. The Perambulator in Edinburgh. With Pictures by E. S. Lumsden. London: Jonathan Cape Limited, 1911. Second edition, one of 200 copies signed by the author, 4to, original half vellum, plates;Harris, David Fraser. Caroline Park House and Roystoun Castle. A Descriptive and Historical Account. Edinburgh: printed for private circulation, 1896. First edition, 4to, original pink crocodile-skin-effect cloth;Ballantyne, R. M. Photographs of Edinburgh, with Descriptive Letterpress. Glasgow: Andrew Duthie, [1868]. First edition, 4to, original green cloth, 13 mounted albumen-print photographs, front inner hinge repaired;Edinburgh Town Council. The Ceremony of Laying the Foundation Stone of the New North Bridge, Edinburgh, 25th May 1896. Edinburgh: published by order of the Town Council of Edinburgh, 1896. First edition, 4to, original cloth, photogravure frontispiece, 13 halftone photographic plates;Wood, L. Ingleby. Vanishing Edinburgh and Leith. Edinburgh: William J. Hay, 1903. First edition, 4to, original cloth, mounted plates;and 11 others, including: Crombie, Modern Athenians, 1882; Edinburgh Past and Present, its Associations and Surroundings, 1877; Colston, Trinity College and Trinity Hospital, 1897, 2 volumes; J. Campbell Irons, Leith and its Antiquities, 1897, 2 volumes; and similar(23) THE LIBRARY OF DR ANDREW G. FRASER MD FSA SCOT (1937-2020)
British Army Queen's South Africa Medal with clasps for Transvaal, Orange Free State and Cape Colony and King's South Africa Medal with clasps for South Africa 1901 and South Africa 1902, both named to 26860 Dvr C. Johnson, R.F.A. together with WW1 medal trio comprising 1914/1915 Star, War Medal and Victory Medal named to 41660 Dvr C. Johnson. R.A. (R.F.A to Star). Charles Johnson served in South Africa with 4th Battery Royal Field Artillery. Discharged after 16 years service, he rejoined in October 1914 and died of wounds received at Ypres on 29th April 1915 when he was 41 years old and was serving with 366th Battery, Royal Field Artillery. His wife Elizabeth lived at Seaforth, Liverpool.
British Army Queen's South Africa Medal with clasps for Cape Colony, Orange Free State, Transvaal, South Africa 1901 and South Africa 1902, named to 4950 number appears correct but renamed to Pte T Mooney 7th Dragoon Guards. Research shows that there was a Private T Mooney 7th DG and qualified for the QSA with five clasps. This medal has been consigned by a family member, see lot number 1064 for Private T Mooney's WW1 medal trio
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