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Click here to subscribeDoctor Who - Robert Harrop - WHO33 ' Tomb Door - The Tomb Of The Cybermen '. Limited to 250 (184/250). Official BBC licensed figure. Hand signed to the front by actor Michael Kilgarriff (Cyberleader in the original serial). Highly detailed hand painted resin statue from the classic sci-fi series Dr Who. Figure appears mint and undamaged, within its original box.
Doctor Who - Holdcourt Ltd - an original vintage c1988 BBC Enterprises TARDIS Telephone Box (with telephone). Wooden construction, with original decals present. Opening door to reveal a telephone which could be mounted within side. Housed within its original box. Tardis measures approx; 39cm tall.
Early 19th Century inlaid mahogany-cased 8-day painted dial longcase clock, circa 1830, with 13-inch break-arched dial (maker illegible), two subsidiary dials and wheat sheaf spandrels, ploughing scene to arch, the case with swan-neck pediment over ebony and boxwood-strung throat over inlaid wavy-topped long trunk door and conforming base, 221cm highDial discoloured, crazed and with rubbing to blacking including subsidiary dials and maker's name. Movement requires overhaul. Case with crack through one swan neck, minor split to hood door, crossbanding loss to base, etc. Backing panels replaced, in two sections. Sold with two weights, pendulum and winder.
A GEORGE III MAHOGANY CLOTHES PRESSCIRCA 1800Stamped for 'W.WILLIAMSON & SONS GUILDFORD', the dentil cornice above a pair of crossbanded oval panel doors, enclosing four trays, the base with two short and two long drawers and splayed feet190cm high, 126cm wide, 62cm deepCondition Report: Marks, knocks, scratches, abrasions consistent with age and useOld splits and cracks, some chips and losses, handles are most likely not original. A large vertical crack to the door; the other door with cracks to the flame veneers. Various chips and losses to veneers mouldings and inlays. Internally this has four slides (though space for five), there are also vestigial mounts for a hanging rail. Colour variation and fading overall, there are no keys present; the lock to the cupboard in the engaged positionPlease refer to additional images for visual reference to condition Condition Report Disclaimer
A FRENCH MAHOGANY, GILT METAL AND SEVRES STYLE PORCELAIN MOUNTED SIDE CABINETCIRCA 1900The panel doors enclosing two shelves119cm high, 129cm wide, 40cm deepProvenance:Elibank House, Taplow- a Grade II Listed Queen Anne houseCondition Report: Marks, knocks, scratches, abrasions consistent with age and useOld splits and cracks, some chips and losses, some lifting and losses to the brass inlay there are some elements are detached but present with the lot but Dreweatts do not guarantee that all missing elements are present with the lot to affect a full restoration, some elements may need to be sourcedOverall the surface has been repolished and appears simulated in places (the flame to one door especially). The lock appears original and there is a key present, the shelves are velvet lined and have marks and staining. The porcelain plaques appear intact but have rubbing and wear to the gildingPlease refer to additional images for visual reference to conditionCondition Report Disclaimer
A DUTCH BRASS HALL LANTERN LATE 17TH/EARLY 18TH CENTURY The door embossed with a vacant cartouche and coronet, 49cm high, 24cm wide, 24cm deepCondition Report: Marks, knocks, scratches, abrasions consistent with age and useThe metal surface uneven overall, discolouration, pitting and polish deposits. Whilst it is possible that this has been previously fitted for electricity no such fittings remain, there is a nozzle to the base of the lantern for a candle. Some misshaping to the metal and some old splits and repairsPlease refer to additional images for visual reference to conditionCondition Report Disclaimer
A DUTCH FLORAL MARQUETRY INLAID DISPLAY CABINET19TH CENTURYWith shaped cavetto moulded cornice above a pair of shaped glazed doors, enclosing two shaped shelves, the serpentine shaped base with three drawers with brass swan neck handles and shaped and pierced backplates, the canted sides each with a door inlaid with a vase of flowers, on ebonised claw and ball feet221cm high, 146cm wide, 47cm deepCondition Report: Marks, knocks, scratches, abrasions consistent with age and useOld splits and cracks, some chips and losses, and some replacements to veneers, mouldings, and inlaysThe top section is of pegged construction, there are various pegs present but Dreweatts do not guarantee all are present to securely install, further replacements may well need to be sourced by the purchaserThere are three shelves present to the top section, There are two keys present, one to the upper section and one for the flanking cupboards, there are none for the locks to the drawers, these are all unlocked at time of report Handles appear to be originals to the drawersPlease refer to additional images for visual reference to condition Condition Report Disclaimer
A MAHOGANY CAMPAIGN WINE COOLERFIRST HALF 19TH CENTURYThe hinged lid enclosing an interior divided for bottles and central liner, above a cupboard door, on turned feet66cm high, 45cm wide, 35cm deepCondition Report: Marks, knocks, scratches, abrasions consistent with age and useOld splits and cracks, some chips and losses, The interior of the top is too small for modern wine bottles, please see additional image where it illustrates this pointThe central liner is present, this has holes presumably for run off ice water, this has signs of age and use and is presumed to be originalThe lower cupboard enclosing wine bottle racks - again too small for a modern bottleThere are no keys present but all locks are open at time of report Please refer to additional images for visual reference to condition Condition Report Disclaimer
A GEORGE III MAHOGANY AND LINE INLAID BEDSIDE COMMODE CIRCA 1780With tambour door above two drawers79cm high, 56cm wide, 51cm deepTogether with another George III mahogany bedside commode, 78cm high, 52cm wide, 48cm deep (2)Provenance: Little Wolford Manor, WarwickshireCondition Report: Both with marks, knocks, scratches, abrasions consistent with age and useOld splits and cracks, some chips and losses, The first example:The top with various old marks and stains, also an element of inset timber to the front edgethe tambour opening freely at time of reportThe two drawers with probably original handlesThe second example:Splicing and repairs to some legs, The slide with original cover present, there is no liner present. Overall slightly unstable and may well benefit from some attentionThe top with various old marks and stainsThe tambour sticky but does openWith probably original handlesPlease refer to additional images for visual reference to condition for both these commodesCondition Report Disclaimer
A NORTH EUROPEAN WALNUT, PALMWOOD, EBONISED AND 'SEAWEED' MARQUETRY CABINETPOSSIBLY FLEMISH, 18TH CENTURY 161cm high, 130cm wide, 58cm deep Condition Report: Marks, knocks, scratches, abrasions consistent with age and useOld splits and cracks, various chips and losses, lifting to veneers and signs of replacements and repair, there are vertical splits and cracks to the sides. Various chips losses and replacements to veneers, inlays, and mouldings. The central cupboard door to the top is damaged and detached from the lot at time of report; this element was balanced in place for catalogued image - there are liftings and losses to the veneers in this area. The interior of the lower section with old dark liquid stains. There are no keys present, all locks are engaged at time of report.Overall this cabinet will require some professional restoration prior to use in a domestic settingPlease refer to additional images for visual reference to condition Condition Report Disclaimer
A GEORGE III MAHOGANY BUREAU BOOKCASECIRCA 1775 The fall opening to an arrangement of pigeon holes and short drawers around a central fall fronted cupboard door, above a baize inset writing surface 235cm high, 117cm wide, 56cm deep Condition Report: Marks, knocks, scratches, abrasions consistent with age and useOld splits and cracks, some chips and losses, The top needs to be screwed to the base, these are not present with Dreweatts and would need to be sourced by the purchaser to ensure maximum stability in a domestic setting.The handles and locks appear to be original, there are no keys present, all elements are open except the cupboard door which can be opened gently. The glass is old and with unevenness associated with old glass, some pains with cracks, Please refer to additional images for visual reference to condition Condition Report Disclaimer
Y A SWISS WALNUT AND ROSEWOOD BANDED MUSICAL BOXSECOND HALF 19TH CENTURY, UNSIGNEDPlaying a choice of twelve airs via a 13 inch cylinder and combes on a gilt brass bed, with winding lever to the left and CHANGE/REPEAT and STOP/PLAY levers to the right, a dial mounted with arrow indicator for the tune number19.5cm high, 71cm wide, 30cm deepCondition Report: The case with Marks, knocks, scratches, abrasions consistent with age and use, overall polished appearance howeverThere is no tune sheet to the lid, it is unknown which airs this box plays. The underside of the glazed door with a later velvet thong. There is a case key present that operates the lock at time of report The action working at time of report and playing the airs - this may well require a clean/overhaul by a clock restorer overall. There is some pitting and discolouration to the cylinder. The side levers do not appear to be operating at time of report. The tune selection dial is moving as the cylinder rotates The teeth to the combs appear to all be present, and do the pins to the cylinder.Please request an additional video of the box playing an air, and please refer to additional images for visual reference to conditionCondition Report Disclaimer
A GEORGE III MAHOGANY NIGHT COMMODELATE 18TH CENTURYThe tray top with pierced handles and a shaped front above a door with a slatted base to the interior, the turned legs joined by conforming X-stretcher85cm high, 36cm wide, 35cm deepCondition Report: Marks, knocks, scratches, abrasions consistent with age and useOld splits and cracks including to the gallery and to the sides, some old chips and losses,Signs of woodworm throughout including to the slatted baseThe catch does not quite catch to the door, this appears to have some losses as well as probable shrinking to the door so it no longer fits snuggly to the carcass Please refer to additional images for visual reference to condition Condition Report Disclaimer
A DISTRESSED LIMED PINE DISPLAY CABINET 19TH CENTURY 189cm high, 83cm wide, 55cm deepCondition Report: Marks, knocks, scratches, abrasions consistent with age and useOld splits and cracks, some chips and losses, there is a section moulded cornice to one side that is detached but present with the lot - this will require some repairs prior to use in a domestic setting, to the otherside this is loose and will require some repair alsoThe lock is later, there is infilled timber, there is no keyWhilst probably conceived as a display cabinet, there is a hanging rail to the the interior and could be used as a narrow wardrobe - there has probably been some fabric to the interior of the door previouslyAs catalogued the limed surface has distressing, and is unevenPlease refer to additional images for visual reference to condition Condition Report Disclaimer
A George III pine bow front hanging corner cupboard, the pair of doors with painted scene after Rubens, the head of St John the Baptist presented to Salome, enclosing four shelves, height 93cm, width 63cm.later hinges have been added to the left door (photos uploaded to our website). There is extensive bubbling to the paint work, although this doesn't quite subtract from the ambience of the piece. There is a split to the panelling at the rear of the cupboard. Minor chips and dinks to the edges of the piece, which is consummate of its age and use. There are no obvious signs of any woodworm.
A 19th century flame mahogany crossbanded longcase clock with 12 1/2 inch painted arch top dial inscribed 'Griffith Owen, Llanrwst', Roman numerals with subsidiary seconds dial and date aperture and spandrels decorated with scenic views, the case with broken swan neck pediment, hood with turned columns above shaped panel door flanked by turned columns on bracket feet approx 235cm high, with pendulum and two weights
A mahogany ormolu mounted fusee bracket clock the dial inscribed 'A & H Rowley, London', brass engraved dial with silvered chapter ring and Arabic numerals, striking on a gong, the case brass mounted with acorn finials, pierced scrolling decoration, wooden fretwork side panels and glazed rear door, 46cm high, with pendulum and keys
A Portuguese rosewood and walnut cabinet, 17th/18th century, the pair of doors opening to reveal a central cupboard door, numerous drawers and pigeon holes with ripple moulding, with large floral engraved lock plate, height 92cm, width 121cm, depth 45cm.Provenance: From the Estate of Viv Hendra.Viv Hendra was a much loved and inspirational teacher, always happy to get involved with extra curricular activities, particularly those with a musical or theatrical leaning. But it was as an art historian and the founder of the Lander Gallery, Truro, that we knew him at Lay's Auctions. His expertise was unrivalled when it came to the Cornish artist John Opie and he was always so generous with his advice, always cautious, always sensible, always kind and supportive. He had schorlarly, yet eclectic tastes and could be a most spirited bidder on objects that appealed to him. We are honoured to be selling some of the wonderful things he collected over the years. He was wonderful, kind and entertaining company and is very much missed.veneers lifting on the right hand side and a loss of a piece of moulding. On the front doors there are pieces of veneer missing above the lock on the right hand door. Various areas of splitting and veneer lifting on the left hand drawer. The interior has two pieces of ebonised moulding missing on the drawers. Other small losses on the cabinet. We have the key for the interior door. No signs of woodworm. Extra images have been uploaded to our website www.davidlay.co.uk
An unusual penwork escritoire, early 19th century, with paper label inscribed 'Lady Augusta Gordon's property', the rosewood crossbanded top section fitted with a long drawer, above a leather inset fall front enclosing a gothic interior with a central cupboard door with an oil painting on panel of madonna and child, the penwork scenes of figures in 16th/17th century costumes, the stand with twist supports above an undertier on gadrooned feet, in several sections and possibly a marriage, height 138cm, width 80cm, depth 44cm.Lady Augusta Gordon was a British noblewoman. Born the fourth illegitimate daughter of William IV (then Duke of Clarence) by his long-time mistress Dorothea Jordan, she grew up at their Bushy House residence in Teddington.
The Thomire Altar clock,designed by Pierre-Philippe Thomire (French, 1751-1843), the triform body in the form of an ancient altar, having a Sienna marble top over a convex enamel dial, the corners with gilt-bronze winged chimera, the two obverse sides with applied bronze palmettes, on a triform bronze base,27cm wide25.5cm highEnamel dial with chips to the edge which do not show when the bezel door is closed. Movement not tested. Old splits to marble. Top of case and metal mounts loose in places, gilding dirty and worn in places, fitted with a modern quartz movement, marble top with vacant drilled holes to the underside
Sir Noel Coward's wall-mounted sunburst perpetual dial timepiece, 19th century, Belgian, the convex enamel dial with a moonphase aperture, over weekday and calendar dials, within a compartmental months of the year border, in turn within a carved softwood and gilt sunburst border, 82cm diameter dial 25cm diameterProvenance: Christie's, 12 December 2000, lot 75.This piece occupied pride of place in the large drawing room of Noel Coward’s country retreat, Goldenhurst Farm, Aldington, Kent. The dial with chips and restoration to the edge which does not show when the bezel door is closed. Minor losses and rubbing. Movement not tested.
Alfred Robert Quinton (1853-1934) - 'Granny's Cottage, Henley Common Nr. Midhurst' also a companion 'Cottage Door, Amberley, Sussex' both signed and inscribed on labels verso, pencil and watercolour each 10" x 7", a pair - ** Published in a book entitled 'Rural England Cottage and Village Life' by P H Ditchfield, illustrated by A.R. Quinton, first published 1912
Georgian mahogany commode, modelled as a small chest of drawers, the moulded hinged cover enclosing seat with faux front drawers hinged to open, raised on bracket feet, 26" wide, 18.25" deep, 27" high; together with a mahogany bedside pot cupboard with single cupboard door raised on square legs united by an under tier, 14" wide, 31" high (2)
A good Victorian slate mantel/table clock. Case decorated with 6 reeded brass columns, cherubs, brass finials and a central sphere crowned by a brass finial. Two-train French movement. Chiming on a gong. Two piece 5" dial with Arabic numerals. 17" high to finial x 16" wide X 6" deep.Condition report: slate case chipped on rear corner, rear door/plate missing. Untouched, unrestored. A/F condition
A 1940/50's mantel clock in the Art Deco style with Junghans two train movement chiming on a gong, contained on a fruitwood case with tulip inlay to front door and leaves to base of door, a 14cms square approx dial with cast spandrels, 12 x 15 x 7" deep approxoriginal condition, pendulum present, movement not tested
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