* Haggard (Henry Rider, 1856-1925). English author. Autograph Letter Signed, 'H. Rider Haggard', Ditchingham House, Norfollk, 19 March 1895, to the Rev. W. Woodward, thanking him for his good wishes for success in contesting the seat of East Norfolk and concluding, 'We hope to induce Mr Price to pack up his carpet bag and depart', 1 page on letterhead, 4to, framed and glazed, together with 3 further autograph letters signed, one typed letter signed and a signed subscription on a personal compliments slip, the first autograph letter dated 14 August 1888, to Rose, concerning the character of Tippets who 'is not only a man of mettle, he is also a moderate man', the second dated 17 March 1898, to Mr EdwardTeesdale, introducing his friend Mr Robert Stewart, the third dated 12 May 1902 to Dr Yearsley thanking him for his letter and accompanying review [not here present], concerning a cheap edition of Doctor Therne, some staining, the typed letter to Mr Arnold, dated 8 January 1892, concerning the post of secretaryship to the Society of Authors, a total of 8 pp., 8voQTY: (6)
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Green hand painted porcelain lidded box with gold colored metal band and handle fastener. Depicts carpet bag decorated with cherries and, Bonjour de Provence. Stamped Limoges on inside. Certificate of Authenticity included. Dimensions: 2.5"L x 1.5"W x 2.5"HEdition Number: 299/300 Manufacturer: French AccentsCountry of Origin: Limoges, FranceCondition: Age related wear.
Pratchett (Terry) The Carpet People, jacket price-clipped with very light creasing to extremities, otherwise fine, 1971; The Dark Side of the Sun, jacket with tears to upper panel top edge and lower panel bottom edge, reinforced with tape verso, small portion of loss to jacket lower panel supplied in photocopy facsimile, edges a little creased and nicked, spine ends frayed, 1976; Strata, fine jacket, 1981, first editions, original boards, dust-jackets, 8vo (3)⁂ The author's first three books published by Colin Smythe, a scarce group together.
Pratchett (Terry) Johnny and the Dead, first edition, signed by the author on title, 1993; The Carpet People, revised edition, signed by the author on title, jacket spine faded, 1991; [The Nomes Books], 3 vol., first editions, comprising Truckers, 1989; Diggers, 1990; Wings, 1990, original boards, dust-jackets, mint or fine copies; and 4 others by Pratchett, v.s. (9)⁂ A good collection of non-Discworld Pratchett books.
NO RESERVE Pratchett (Terry) Making Money, limited edition signed by the author, original sparkly cloth, slip-case, 2007; The Carpet People, one of 1000 copies signed by the author, original boards, dust-jacket, slip-case, 2005; and 2 other works by David Walliams, signed by the author, 8vo (4)
A Persian Hamadan wool runner,early 20th century, woven with repeating Shah Abbasi motifs to a blue ground, 350 x 154cmProvenance: Grafton Hall, Cheshire.Condition ReportFading to the colouration of the wool - the fringed edges various lengths from wear. Pulls to the carpet throughout (however quite minor). Please see additional images for reference.
A large abaca carpet, of recent manufacture, woven from thick natural fibres, 443 x 419cmProvenance: A private collection, Oxfordshire.Condition ReportThe rug is made from natural fibres and as such there are small imperfections throughout such as loose tufts. However, overall the carpet is in very good aesthetic condition with no damage holes, tears or stains.
An Amritsar carpet, c.1900, North Indian, woven with foliate motifs to a red and orange ground,462 x 320cmProvenance: A private collection, Mayfair, London W1;acquired by the above from Christie's, 'Kinross House, Scotland and Property Removed from the Residence of Mrs Winston Spencer Churchill', 30 March 2011, lot 196;Mr & Mrs Winston Spencer Churchill, Belgravia, London SW1W.Literature: R Shore, 'The Churchills in London', Veranda Magazine, November - December 2001, pp.172-173.
A Persian Bidjar wool rug, early 20th century, woven with scrolling Shah Abbasi motifs to a blue ground,212 x 118cmCondition ReportThe carpet fringes frayed at the edges. Patches of wear towards the centre and one end of the rug where the wool has rubbed away. Colours reasonable - slightly faded and in need of a clean.
A flat-weave carpet of Aubusson design, 20th century, decorated with neoclassical floral and foliate motifs to a pale green ground, 356 x 263cmProvenance: A private collection, Mayfair, London W1.Condition ReportOverall the carpet is in good cosmetic condition and ready for use. There are a few areas where the weave has come slightly apart. See additional photos.
A Persian wool carpet,20th century, Tabriz, woven with scrolling Shah Abbasi motifs to a pale ground,410 x 297cmCondition ReportOverall appears in good structural and cosmetic condition, free from tears, large stains or obvious repairs. Some light wear to the field. Fringes trimmed. Please see additional photos.
Tabriz pattern carpet, allover scrolling palmette design against a strawberry red field, enclosed by palmette border, 360x293cm.Condition report:Good overall condition throughout, no heavy staining, no evident insect damage, no strong odours, the pile remains good. Some colour variation to the field with some lighter patches. There is what appears to be a 10cm stitched repair over one of the palmettes. The fringes are slightly reduced and with an uneven length to one end. The selvedges remain in good order. It lies well on the ground.
*A Kashan ivory ground carpet, central field of foliate motifs, multi bordered, 400 x 308cmPlease note this lot attracts an additional import tax of 5% on the hammer price***CONDITION REPORT***PLEASE NOTE:- Prospective buyers are strongly advised to examine personally any goods in which they are interested BEFORE the auction takes place. Whilst every care is taken in the accuracy of condition reports, Gorringes provide no other guarantee to the buyer other than in relation to forgeries. Many items are of an age or nature which precludes their being in perfect condition and some descriptions in the catalogue or given by way of condition report make reference to damage and/or restoration. We provide this information for guidance only and will not be held responsible for oversights concerning defects or restoration, nor does a reference to a particular defect imply the absence of any others. Prospective purchasers must accept these reports as genuine efforts by Gorringes or must take other steps to verify condition of lots. If you are unable to open the image file attached to this report, please let us know as soon as possible and we will re-send your images on a separate e-mail.
A Khorasan red ground carpet, woven with rows of boteh, approximately 12ft. X 9ft. (damage to one small area neatly repaired)***CONDITION REPORT***PLEASE NOTE:- Prospective buyers are strongly advised to examine personally any goods in which they are interested BEFORE the auction takes place. Whilst every care is taken in the accuracy of condition reports, Gorringes provide no other guarantee to the buyer other than in relation to forgeries. Many items are of an age or nature which precludes their being in perfect condition and some descriptions in the catalogue or given by way of condition report make reference to damage and/or restoration. We provide this information for guidance only and will not be held responsible for oversights concerning defects or restoration, nor does a reference to a particular defect imply the absence of any others. Prospective purchasers must accept these reports as genuine efforts by Gorringes or must take other steps to verify condition of lots. If you are unable to open the image file attached to this report, please let us know as soon as possible and we will re-send your images on a separate e-mail.
A 20th century Afghan Ersari village carpet floor rug, in the manner of Khal Mohammadi. Having a red ground, with dark blue patterning. Featuring repeating central medallions dark red field, surrounded by geometric graduating borders. Tasseled fringes to ends. Measures approx. 315cm x 247cm.
A Sarouk Mir red ground carpet, 288 x 191cm***CONDITION REPORT***PLEASE NOTE:- Prospective buyers are strongly advised to examine personally any goods in which they are interested BEFORE the auction takes place. Whilst every care is taken in the accuracy of condition reports, Gorringes provide no other guarantee to the buyer other than in relation to forgeries. Many items are of an age or nature which precludes their being in perfect condition and some descriptions in the catalogue or given by way of condition report make reference to damage and/or restoration. We provide this information for guidance only and will not be held responsible for oversights concerning defects or restoration, nor does a reference to a particular defect imply the absence of any others. Prospective purchasers must accept these reports as genuine efforts by Gorringes or must take other steps to verify condition of lots. If you are unable to open the image file attached to this report, please let us know as soon as possible and we will re-send your images on a separate e-mail.
A Prado Orient 'Kashan Super' carpet with divided field of stylised flowers, peacocks and other motifs, multi-bordered, 372 x 275cm***CONDITION REPORT***PLEASE NOTE:- Prospective buyers are strongly advised to examine personally any goods in which they are interested BEFORE the auction takes place. Whilst every care is taken in the accuracy of condition reports, Gorringes provide no other guarantee to the buyer other than in relation to forgeries. Many items are of an age or nature which precludes their being in perfect condition and some descriptions in the catalogue or given by way of condition report make reference to damage and/or restoration. We provide this information for guidance only and will not be held responsible for oversights concerning defects or restoration, nor does a reference to a particular defect imply the absence of any others. Prospective purchasers must accept these reports as genuine efforts by Gorringes or must take other steps to verify condition of lots. If you are unable to open the image file attached to this report, please let us know as soon as possible and we will re-send your images on a separate e-mail.
A contemporary part silk peach geometric carpet, 300 x 200cm***CONDITION REPORT***PLEASE NOTE:- Prospective buyers are strongly advised to examine personally any goods in which they are interested BEFORE the auction takes place. Whilst every care is taken in the accuracy of condition reports, Gorringes provide no other guarantee to the buyer other than in relation to forgeries. Many items are of an age or nature which precludes their being in perfect condition and some descriptions in the catalogue or given by way of condition report make reference to damage and/or restoration. We provide this information for guidance only and will not be held responsible for oversights concerning defects or restoration, nor does a reference to a particular defect imply the absence of any others. Prospective purchasers must accept these reports as genuine efforts by Gorringes or must take other steps to verify condition of lots. If you are unable to open the image file attached to this report, please let us know as soon as possible and we will re-send your images on a separate e-mail.
A Lahore carpet, 274 x 181cm***CONDITION REPORT***PLEASE NOTE:- Prospective buyers are strongly advised to examine personally any goods in which they are interested BEFORE the auction takes place. Whilst every care is taken in the accuracy of condition reports, Gorringes provide no other guarantee to the buyer other than in relation to forgeries. Many items are of an age or nature which precludes their being in perfect condition and some descriptions in the catalogue or given by way of condition report make reference to damage and/or restoration. We provide this information for guidance only and will not be held responsible for oversights concerning defects or restoration, nor does a reference to a particular defect imply the absence of any others. Prospective purchasers must accept these reports as genuine efforts by Gorringes or must take other steps to verify condition of lots. If you are unable to open the image file attached to this report, please let us know as soon as possible and we will re-send your images on a separate e-mail.
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