A group of 124 mica paintings of tradespeople, musicians, religious devotees, servants and other figures Company School, South India, circa 1830-40gouache on mica, removed from the original album and laid down on 31 sheets of modern card, four per card, together with original English handwritten inscriptions excised from the album; including a group of fifteen damaged paintings from the original album, the original card mounts, and the album binding each painting 104 x 70 mm.; card sheets 303 x 255 mm.Footnotes:ProvenanceFrom an album formerly in the collection of Lord Bath, Longleat (embossed stamp on two paintings in lot 132).Private UK collection.The subjects are as follows (per sheet):1. A cook and his wife; a village headman and his wife.2. A man and his wife selling toddy; a potter and his wife.3. A 'devotee of high caste' and his wife; two musicians.4. A dancing girl and a 'man who beats time' (with a pair of small cymbals); a dancing girl and a drummer.5. A moochee and his wife: 'makes harness and builds conveyances' [?]; a Brahmin and his wife.6. A palanquin bearer and his wife; 'Some official headman in the village' and his wife.7. A devotee and his wife: 'there is some magical ceremony to be performed with the rice contained in the barrels borne on his shoulders'; a male and a female devotee, 'of which there are an immense variety in India, from rags to costly attire'.8. A Rajah and his wife; a Brahmin and his wife.9. A Moochee Painter [?] and his wife; a barber and his wife.10. A head carpenter and his wife (wielding an axe); a dyer and his wife.11. A coolie or day labourer and his wife; a gardener and his wife.12. A Jewel merchant and his wife; a devotee and his wife, 'a wretch who extorts charity by cutting and maiming himself'.13. Two toddy cutters or sellers; a fortune teller and his wife.14. An 'oil man' and his wife; a village palanquin bearer and his wife.15. A devotee 'bearing an idol' [a portable shrine] and begging, and his wife'; a goldsmith and his wife.16. Two well-dressed and bejewelled women; a harness and saddlemaker and his wife. 17. A fortune teller and his wife (on the same sheet of card as no. 18).18. A religious mendicant, wearing a metal grille round his neck and his wife: 'Has made a vow that the ornament round his neck shall never be removed until he obtains in charity sufficient money to build a place of worship'.19. Two musicians, one with a European violin; a washerman and a washerwoman.20. A devotee and his wife, 'going to the jungle to perform poojee' [puja]; two religious devotees with Shiavite marks: 'they all live on charity'.21. Two religious devotees; a man selling bangles, and his wife.22. A Muslim nobleman and his wife; 'some kind of headman', wearing a sword and carrying a flywhisk, and his wife.23. 'A Peon Official, attendant on civilians', and his wife; 'A Moor Man, or Mohammedan, smoking the hubble-bubble', and his wife (also smoking a hookah).24. A shoemaker (chuckee) and his wife; a mat-maker and his wife, carrying baskets.25. A weaver carrying wool and his wife; a snake charmer with his baskets 'setting out on a journey', and his wife and child.26. A female grasscutter, and a male housekeeper; a woodman and his wife.27. A musician 'beating the Tom-tom', and another 'singing and dancing; a gentleman's head servant, and his wife.28. A Peon or native constable, and his wife; a religious devotee with shaven head and long robe, and his wife.29. A chobdar (a bejewelled woman depicted), and a tribal village headman; a musician; a man of the Mahratta caste.30. A torch bearer, 'accompanying a set of palankeen bearers', and his wife; a male and a female grasscutter.31. A writer (a secretary), and his wife; a 'beggar of caste' and his wife.32. A Subadar, 'a military official of rank under some native power', and his wife; a 'Dahite' [?], 'an official attendant on a judge', and his wife.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
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Camberwick Green – Robert Harrop – a collection of six statues / figurines. To include; CG06 Dr Mopp - CG13 Cuthbert - CGFG06 Barney McGrew 'Apples galore - CGYP08 The clown limited edition 800 - GC72 Barney McGrew (cymbals) - CG34 Raggy Dan (Rag & Bone man). Note; from a large collection of Robert Harrop & other statues / figurines. Condition is stated within each description, however buyers are reminded that such statements are not forensic reports and all items will remain sold 'as is'. As a rule, statues do appear mint and undamaged, but this is not guaranteed. Boxes range in condition, and some have wear from storage. In all instances buyers are required to satisfy themselves. Certificates / paperwork are present if photographed, if there are no photographs of certificates then one isn't present.
Ca. 618-907 AD A mold-formed pottery tomb attendant figure in the form of a female musician playing cymbals. She is wearing a long robe with upper clothing in orange and her shoulders are covered by a shawl. She is displaying a harmonic expression; her smiling face with highlighted lips beneath a large hair bun. This piece has been precisely dated having undergone Thermo Luminescence analysis by Ralf Kotalla, an independent German Laboratory. The samples collected date the piece to the period reflected in its style, whilst also showing no modern trace elements. Its TL certificate with full report will also accompany this lot. Size: L:290mm / W:70mm ; 810g Provenance: Property of London Art gallery; formerly in a Somerset estate collection, acquired in Hong Kong in the 1980s-90s.
Ca. 618-907 AD A terracotta figure of a kneeling female musician wearing a long flowing gown with an orange skirt and green bodice. The lady is delicately made up with red lip paint, delicate arching brows, and elaborate coiffure. She plays the cymbals. This piece has been precisely dated by means of a Thermo Luminescence analysis carried out by Ralf Kotalla, an independent German Laboratory. The samples collected date the piece to the period reflected in its style, whilst also showing no modern trace elements. The TL certificate with its full report will accompany this lot. Size: L:220mm / W:100mm ; 453g Provenance: Property of London Art gallery; formerly in a Somerset estate collection, acquired in Hong Kong in the 1980s-90s.
A set of Chinese copper cymbals, 38.5cm diameter, a metal Japanese figure of a lady, 18cm high, a brass tray, 18cm diameter, a pewter cup, 11cm high, a white metal teapot, 10cm high, a water dropper and a small carved plaque CONDITION REPORT: Condition information is not usually provided in the description of the lot but is available upon request; the absence of a condition report does not imply that a lot is without imperfection
Manivelle-Polichinelle-MusikpuppenautomatDeutschland, Biskuitporzellan-Kopf, geritzt mit "15/", Hals mit Flansch, offenem Mund, feststehenden blauen Glasaugen, blonder Mohairperücke, dreifarbigem Kostüm mit Glöckchen und Metalltressen, bemalten Unterschenkeln und geschnitzten Händen, die Zimbeln halten, auf papierbezogenem Sockel, Walzenspielwerk mit Handkurbelantrieb, eine Melodie. Die Puppe dreht den Kopf und schlägt die Becken zusammen, während die Musik spielt. Höhe einschließlich Hut 33 cm. - Dabei: Eine mechanische Puppe vom Typ Seeley mit Schlüssel. Start Price: EUR 300 Zustand: (3+/3+)Musical Manivelle Polichinelle AutomatonGermany, with bisque head incised "15/", flange neck, open mouth, fixed blue glass eyes, blonde mohair wig, tri-colored costume trimmed with bells and metallic braid, painted composition lower legs and carved hands holding cymbals, on paper-covered base containing hand-turned single-air movement that causes the figure to turn his head and clash the cymbals together, ht. 13 in. (33 cm) including hat. - In addition: A Seeley-type mechanical doll with key. Start Price: EUR 300 Condition: (3+/3+)
Original vintage poster Legalise Cannabis for rally The Putting Together of the Heads 2pm on Sunday July 16 at Speakers Corner Hyde Park Stone Free, featuring red and gold metallic foiled paper lithograph designed by Martin Sharp, depicting people from various times and tribes, ladies with flower hats, people playing flute, cymbals and dancing. Fair condition, crease marks, repaired tears, pinholes, staining, bumps on edges, printed on shiny gold paper. Country of issue: UK, designer: Martin Sharp, size (cm): 77x51, year of printing: 1967.
A LARGE CAST IRON FIGURE OF A PUTTI PLAYING CYMBALS LATE 19TH CENTURY, PROBABLY FRENCH On integral cast iron pedestal, apparently unmarked 198cm high overall Provenance:Barnwell Manor, NorthamptonshireWindsor House AntiquesCondition Report: Wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. as per cataloguing- the figure and pedestal are integral and do not come apart. They may have done so originally but are now joined. Surface looks to have been repatinated and shows as such under UV- this patina may conceal restoration work to the cymbals and small areas of the back which have a coarser finish- more uneven. Presumably this would have been fitted for lighting but no trace of this now Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report.All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items.We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so, and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of descriptionAll lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection. Condition Report Disclaimer
CB Drums drumkit comprising bass drum with pedal which includes 2 drums mounted to top of same, 2 additional freestanding drums, 2 cymbals each on their own stand plus HQ Apprentice on a stand. This lot also includes a stoolPlease note this lot is not subject to VAT. The hammer price will still be subject to our buyer's premium, however it is only the buyer's premium that is subject to VATWe have employed the services of a specialist to assist in the lot descriptions, however it is important to note that no descriptions can be warranted and buyers should only bid on items they have inspected to their satisfaction prior to bidding. We do NOT provide condition reports as we are insufficiently expert to comment, our speciality being insolvency, not specific asset classes.Where there are errors in description, however major, no allowances will be made. No consumer rights apply to this sale, which is only suitable for trade buyers. It is a strict condition of sale that successful bidders remove lots in their entirety (after payment has been made). Please factor in the requirement to remove the total contents of any lot when deciding whether to and how much to bid.IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR CUSTOMERS USING STARLING BANK: It appears there is a problem when Starling Bank customers pay for their lots online with Bidspotter/iBidder/The-Saleroom. Our advice is not to use Starling issued cards to pay online until this issue is resolved. Please be aware if you pay with a Starling Bank issued card you may be double charged initially and it can take two weeks or more for the duplicate transaction to be returned.YOU MUST PAY AND COLLECT WITHIN 2 DAYSROBSON KAY DO NOT SHIPYOU MUST PAY AND COLLECT WITHIN 2 DAYSROBSON KAY DO NOT SHIPYOU MUST PAY AND COLLECT WITHIN 2 DAYSROBSON KAY DO NOT SHIPAll Lots located at Robson Kay in Manchester. Goods successfully bid upon must be paid for and collected within 2 daysWE DO NOT ARRANGE DELIVERY NOR DO WE PACKAGE OR LOAD. We do not print labels, provide boxes or seal boxes. We do not provide any kind of shipping or loading servicesIf these rules might pose a problem, DO NOT BIDLate collections incur a penalty, please read our full rules before bidding.Goods paid for, but not collected within one week of the collection deadline, will be treated as abandoned unless agreed in writing with Robson Kay prior. Please remember to inform us if you intend using a carrier, to avoid us disposing of goods you might think have already been collectedLots are SOLD AS SEEN. We DO NOT TEST LotsNO REFUNDS under any circumstances No lots are tested, nor are they guaranteed to work and/or be complete. Our auctions are only considered suitable for trade buyers as there are no rights of consumer protectionNo refunds or cancellations can ever be offered. If you are unhappy with these terms DO NOT BID.
‡ CERI RICHARDS CBE (1903-1971) black crayon on paper - two figures, wearing Arabian dress, one seated with harp, the other standing with cymbals, 39 x 41.5cmsProvenance:illustrations for the Book of Psalms for the Oxford Artist's Bible (Oxford University Press 1967), purchased by vendor from the artist's nephew through Welsh fine art dealer Philip Davies, Ceri Richards' nephew was a clergyman in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, please also see Lot 209Condition Report:paper has aged, slight creasing and slight damage at bottom centre, framed and glazed
Ten Royal Doulton Bunnykins models including Billie & Buntie Bunnykins Sledge Ride DB4, Halloween DB132, Drummer Bunnykins DB26, Drum-Major Bunnykins DB27, Sousaphone Bunnykins DB23, Cymbals Bunnykins DB25, Trumpeter Bunnykins B24, Summer Lapland DB298 with certificate, Guide Leader DB433 (af) and Bunnykins Occassions stand, some boxed. (10)
Camberwick Green – Robert Harrop – a collection of x5 statues / figurines. To include; CG80 Mr Gubbins Dustman, CG72 Barney McGrew Cymbals, CG59 Dora Minton, CGFG07 Roger Varley Sgt. Maj. Grout`s Birthday, CG96 Pugh Apples Galore. Note; from a large collection of Robert Harrop & other statues / figurines. Condition is stated within each description, however buyers are reminded that such statements are not forensic reports and all items will remain sold 'as is'. As a rule, statues do appear mint and undamaged, but this is not guaranteed. Boxes range in condition, and some have wear from storage. In all instances buyers are required to satisfy themselves. Certificates / paperwork are present if photographed, if there are no photographs of certificates then one isn't present.
A Royal Worcester figure of Sorrow and a Royal Worcester Crownware figure of a dancing girl with cymbals, 1924 and 1926, decorated in powder blue and gilt, 26 and 31.5cm h, printed mark, shape Nos 2/57 and C.W. 153 ConditionSorrow - restoration to left arm and bird Crownware figure - good condition
GERMAN COMPOSITE MUSICIAN TOY SOLDIERS (14) Good lot of 14 composite German painted toy soldiers, brands including 'Elastolin' (nine) and the balance other makers, including 'Armee', a marching band including drum major, bass drummer, cymbals, fife, etc., tied to a piece of pegboard. Paint largely intact, about 90%, overall very good.
Curved Air Drum Kit - The Drum Kit of Florian Pilkington-Miksa, original drummer with Curved Air who was a member of the band from its formation in 1970 until 1972, then again in 1974 and in various reformations until 2017. This is a Gretsch five piece drum kit together with a Ludwig snare drum (possibly 1965 (s/n 2205033)) with stand. The Gretsch drums all have the octagonal 'stop sign' style badges with 'That Great Gretsch Sound' indicating late 1960s / 1970 manufacture and consist of bass drum with Iron Cobra foot pedal, two floor Toms 16" and 14" and two Toms, 12" and 13", all good condition with some wear, all have hard cases with 'CURVED AIR' lettering plus Zildjian cymbals, 14" Hi Hat, 15", 16", 18" crash and 10" Splash together with an unbranded 22" (generally very good condition) three cymbal stands and extra items including three further stands, cow bell, drum sticks, large hard equipment case and a variety of fittings plus Florian's Stage Carpet measuring 8 feet by 6 feet and with Florian's stage placement instructions written on it - Sadly, Florian passed away in May of this year and the kit is being sold by his family.
A Pearl Masters Custom drum kit,comprising a bass drum, 6 x toms, 1 x snare drum, 1 x hi-hat, assorted cymbals, a stool, with stands and cases for most of the drums, the maple veneer in a dark green finish (qty.)Condition ReportThis kit has been used and some of the cymbals have splits but the bodies of the drums look to be in good condition.
*Pierre Le Faguays (French, 1892-1962),a pair of gilt-bronze figures of dancers, wearing short dresses, one holding ivory cymbals, the other an ivory tambourine, each raised on a stepped marble plinth,39 and 40cm high (2)IMPORTANT NOTEThis item has been registered as exempt from the UK Ivory Act 2018, on account of it being made before 3 March 1947 with less than 10% ivory by volume. Ivory declaration submission reference: KRR53DYF.Please be advised that several countries, including those in the EU and the USA, prohibit the importation of ivory items in most cases. Accordingly, prospective buyers should familiarise themselves with the relevant customs regulations of their country and ensure they are able to import this item prior to bidding.This lot is subject to CITES regulations when exporting outside the UK. Potential purchasers should be aware that, under UK guidance, it is possible that you may not be able to obtain a CITES export permit for this lot.Condition ReportOne loose on base - not attached. Chips to the plinths. Some rubbing and wear to the gilt details.
A matched gilt metal clock garniture, 19th century, each with Paris porcelain panels, the clock with eight day Japy Frere movement chiming on a bell, the five branch candelabra with putti with cymbals or a drum flanked by rams head masks, the clock on a giltwood stand, 34cm, the candelabra 46cmThe dial has some shell chipping around the winding holesThe frieze panel on the plinth shows a gap at the corner, possibly as a result of damage whilst fitting.The lions mask handles at either side are missing the rings.The clock movement is wound solid to both trainsThe clcok will run but soon stopsWhen the hands are advanced to the hour and half hour the the chiming train activates but is out of sync with the displayed ourThe accompanying candelabra seem intact and the panels are free from chips and cracks.The clock will need some work/service to make good.
A PAIR OF TIBETAN RITUAL CYMBALS, 1900sTibet, late 19th - early 20th century. The two sacred cymbals of thick brass, finely incised on the top with the eight Buddhist treasures and the reverse with two sinuous dragons, joined by a metal chain with three hardstone beads.Provenance: Private collection, Belgium, acquired in Ladakh in August 1985.Condition: Very good condition, some wear, and manufacturing flaws. Weight: 358 gDimensions: Diameter 7.3 cm
A Daishin C.K (Japan) No.7061 novelty battery operated musical Jolly Chimp, he sits glaring and holding a pair of cymbals, 26cm high, boxed with original inner cardboard packaging pieces; a Schuco (Germany) No.1228 tinplate and plastic clockwork Opel Oldtimer, boxed with inner cardboard display piece and clockwork key; a Maudaya Modern Toys (Japan) tinplate and battery operated Continental Express locomotive, No.D5177, 39cm long, unboxed; other novelty tinplate toys and tins (quantity)
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