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Silberner Regimentsteller des 178. Königl. Sächsischen Infantrie Regiments800er Silber in Handarbeit getrieben, bewegter eingestellter Rand nach dem Dresdner Hofmuster, mittig fein graviertes Monogramm mit Herrscherkrone und Hosenbandorden, rückseitig mit Gravur aller Offiziere "Oberst von Suckow (Karl Ludwig Emil von Suckow (* 15. März 1787 in Goldberg; † 7. Januar 1863 in Stuttgart), Major Wirth, Major von Seydlitz und Beyer …" sowie aller Hauptmänner, Oberleutnants, Leutnants und Stabsärzte mit alle Verkäufermarke "Eckert Dresden" Herstellerpunze HB und Marke "800", als Abschiedsgeschenk des Regiments an einen der Hauptmänner oder Majore, . Kl. Benutzungsspuren Z.2 - Durchmesser 34,6cm. 819 Gr.

Tannert, Ernst, 1866 in Dresden; † nach 1915 Düsseldorfer Malerschule: Große Niederrheinische Landschaft mit PappelnÖl auf Leinwand, links unten signiert, 96 x 125cm, gekehlter Goldrahmen,typischer Blick auf eine Ruine bei Düsseldorf, mit Pappeln am Tümpelufer, im Hintergrund grasende Kühe. Tannert studierte von 1884 bis 1894 Malerei an der Kunstakademie Düsseldorf. Dort waren Heinrich Lauenstein, Hugo Crola, Adolf Schill, Peter Janssen der Ältere und vor allem der Landschaftsmaler Eugen Dücker seine Lehrer.[2] In den Landschafterklassen Dückers weilte Tannert von 1888 bis 1894.[3] 1894/1895 erhielt er ein Malerei-Stipendium der Aders-Tönnies-Stiftung.

12 Mokkalöffel Geigenmuster 800er Hofjuwelier DresdenGesamt 140g, vergoldete Laffen, Deutsche Silbeberschau "800" und Herstellermarke Wilkens, Originalschatulle bez. "Schnaufer Hof Juwelier Dresden".

Konvolut Porzellan: Dresden, Eichwald, Herend, Meissen, RosenthalZwei Sammeltassen mit Untertassen Herend, zwei Sammeltassen mit Untertassen Rosenthal, Blattschale, Deckeldose Meissen, Tischset mit Dosen Eichwald, jeweils mit Dekor, Altersspuren, Zustand 1-3.

Richter, Ludwig, *1803 in Dresden; † 1884 ebenda: Sammlung von 9 Stahlstichen mit StadtvedutenJew. 16 x 10cm, unter Passepartout aufwendig gerahmt (Contzen Düsseldorf) gesamt 61 x 77cm, jew. sign L. Richter Fec. Div Stecher, Zustand 1.

Konvolut Thüringer Porzellan, 19./20. Jhd.polychrome Aufglasurmalerei, bestehend aus: 1x Durchbruchkorb mit Goldstaffage und Blumenmalerei, Potschappel Dresden um 1900, Länge 24cm, Schale Durchmesser 19,5cm mit sechs kleinen Schalen Durchmesser 10,5cm, Kobaltblau und Blumenmalerei, Goldstaffage, Potschappel, 2. H. 20. Jhd., Miniaturvase mit galanten Szenen, Höhe 6cm, Deckelvase Höhe 17cm mit galanten Szenen, alle Teile mit Alters- und Gebrauchsspuren.

Zwei Prunkschalen mit Blumenmalerei, Dresden, 20. JhdPorzellan mit polychromer Malerei und Goldstaffage aufglasur, 1x Wolfsohn, Dresden, Mandelform, 30cm x 16cm, und 1x Potschappel, Dresden, ovale Form mit durchbrochen gearbeiteter Fahne und vegetabilen Handhaben, 25,5cm x 18cm, gepflegt, Zstd. 1.

Herend, Ungarn, blaue stempelmarke auf Glasur,handpainted,verschiedene Malermarken: Konvolut Porzellanteile, Dekor Rothschildpolychrome Aufglasurmalerei, Dekor Rothschild, verschiedene Reliefzierarten, u.a. Kobrand, bestehnd aus: 1x Henkeltablett, 3x kleine Schalen, 1x Mokkatasse mit Untertasse, 1x Teller Durchmesser 17cm, 2x viereckige Schalen mit Durchbuchrand, dabei eine Deckelschale der Manufaktur Potschappel Dresden in vergleicbarem Vogeldekor, Zustand 1-2.

Gurlitt, Heinrich Louis Theodor, 1812 in Altona; † 19. September 1897 in Naundorf) Hamburger Landschaftsmaler: Blick auf den Nemisee bei Rom in der Abendsonne -1874Öl auf Leinwand, rechts unten Signiert "Gurlitt 74", guter Zustand (fachgerechte Reinigung vor ca. 30 Jahren), keine größeren Retuschen oder Beschädigungen, keine Bereibungen oder Abplatzer, 145 x 105cm, zuzüglich aufwendiger goldenen Stuckleiste um 1900, Zustand 2 (rückseitig altes Eigentümeretiket " Nr. 13 Schweder") Vgl. das motivgleiche Gemälde "Ansicht des Nemisees im Albanergebirge bei Rom", um 1850, Österreichische Galerie im Belvedere, Inv.-Nr. 3045 und "Nemisee", SLUB, Deutsche Fotothek 32010857, Privatsammlung Dr. Helbig, Radebeul, 1949. Motivgleiche Bleistiftzeichnung als Zugeschr. Vgl. Los 233 -2021 bei Schmidt Dresden, jeweils jedoch ohne Abendsonne und Staffagefiguren. Gurlitt lernte in Hamburg bei S. Bendixen und studierte 1832-35 an der Kopenhagener Akademie u.a. bei C. W. Eckersberg. Von Anfang 1844 bis Herbst 1846 lebte er in Rom, wo er Mitglied des Deutschen Künstlervereins wurde- Zu diesem Zeitpunkt wohl auch die ersten Blesitiftskizzen vom Nemisee. Später arbeitete er in Italien, München, Kopenhagen, Düsseldorf, Berlin, Wien, Gotha und Dresden sowie für mehrere europäische Monarchen. (Herzog von Sachsen Coburg - Romanovs- Habsburger etc. ) Seit 1874 wieder in Steglitz bei Berlin. Vgl:L. Gurlitt: Louis Gurlitt. Ein Künstlerleben des 19. Jahrhunderts. Dargestellt von seinem Sohn Ludwig Gurlitt, Berlin 1912. -U. Schulte-Wülwer und B. Hedinger: Louis Gurlitt 1812-1897. Porträts europäischer Landschaften in Gemälden und Zeichnungen. Ausstellungskatalog, Hamburg 1998.

Helena Wolfsohn Dresden, Aufglasurbl. Marke 1890-1942: Prunktassepolychrome Aufglasurmalerei, Goldstaffage, alternierend Fondmalerei mit Blumenbuquets und galante Szenen, Tasse und Untertasse am Boden gemarkt, Untertasse 13,5 x 12cm, Höhe Tasse 8cm, Breite ca. 8cm, Zustand 1-.

Krebs, Max (Hrsg.), "Deutsche Zeitwende. Vom Nationalismus zum Nationalsozialismus",Völkischer Verlag, Dresden 1933, 379 S., original Umschlag. Altersgem. Zustand, teils stockfleckig.

Capodimonte figure group of a horse drawn carriage with two horses pulling an open carriage with a male with dresden lace cuff and a female with full dresden lace skirt, on a naturalistic base, H15.5cm

Two Capodimonte figures, the first example modelled as girl with dresen lace on her skirt holding a flower, the second example modeled as girl with mirror, with Dresden lace on her dress

Dresden School three-quarter size violoncello circa 1900, 27 1/2", 69.90cm

DREI ZWEIFLAMMIGE WANDLEUCHTER, farbig und gold staffiert, H 23, min.besch., DRESDEN, 20.Jh.

SCHALE, Vierpassform, in zwei Reserven farbig gemalt galantes Paar in einer Parklandschaft, Goldstaffage und -rand, L 13,5, min.ber., DRESDEN, E.19.Jh.

GROSSE DECKELSCHÜSSEL, zwei Handhaben, plastischer Knauf, Reliefdekor, farbig gemalte Blumen, Dm 23, DRESDEN, um 1900

DOPPELHENKELTASSE MIT DECKEL UND UNTERTASSE, farbig und gold staffiert, Blumen auf schwarzem Fond wechselnd mit galanten Szenen, H Tasse mit Deckel 10, Blütenknauf minst.best., unterglasurblaue AR-Marke, Helena WOLFSOHN, DRESDEN, um 1885

Carl Thieme Potschappel Dresden porcelain vase of tapered form on gilt shell handles, painted foliate bunches within the cartouche on a green background, H8.5cm

Collection of decorative ceramics including Goebel, Rudolstadt, Dresden etc.

A Pair of Blanc de Chine Figures together with four similar and three Dresden porcelain figures

A Pair Of Dresden Porcelain Three Branch Candelabrum each with a figural column with putti amongst foliage highlighted with gilt 92 cms tall

ROYAL DOULTON CLASSICS COLLECTION FIGURE OF 'HANNAH',HN 4407, 21cm high, along with two other Royal Doulton figures of 'Kirsty', HN 4783, 18cm high and 'A Child from Williamburg', HN 2154, 15cm high, also an Irish Dresden figure of 'Vienna Waltz', 22cm high (4)

DeckelterrinePorzellan, Manufaktur Dresden, wohl Helena Wolfsohn, reiches Fischdekor, teilvergoldet, um 1920, rund, h 13 cm, d 23 cm,

Two Sitzendorf floral encrusted vases, late 19th century, the first modelled as three putti supporting an egg, height 18.5cm, the second as a single putto with an egg on his back, together with a similar Plaue oil lampbase and a Dresden posy vase (minor faults).Buyer’s Premium 29.4% (including VAT @ 20%) of the hammer price. Lots purchased online via the-saleroom.com will attract an additional premium of 6% (including VAT @ 20%) of the hammer price.

A mixed group of Continental porcelain figures, late 19th and 20th century, mostly in period dress, including a pair of Dresden figures modelled as fruit pickers, height 14cm, a Meissen style figure of a girl washing laundry, height 14cm, and a pair of musicians (faults and restoration).Buyer’s Premium 29.4% (including VAT @ 20%) of the hammer price. Lots purchased online via the-saleroom.com will attract an additional premium of 6% (including VAT @ 20%) of the hammer price.

A Sitzendorf porcelain Meissen style model of Cupid riding a dolphin, late 19th century, blowing a shell cornucopia and raised on an oval wave moulded base, underglaze blue mark to base, height 12cm, together with a Dresden model of a somersaulting Cupid.Buyer’s Premium 29.4% (including VAT @ 20%) of the hammer price. Lots purchased online via the-saleroom.com will attract an additional premium of 6% (including VAT @ 20%) of the hammer price.

A Carlton Ware Armand range lustre bowl, early 20th century, the interior decorated with butterflies against a pale blue lustre ground, the exterior similarly decorated against a green lustre ground, gilt printed mark and number '2109' to base, diameter 15cm, together with a Dresden bowl, painted with exotic bird and floral spray motifs, painted marks to base, diameter 14.7cm.Buyer’s Premium 29.4% (including VAT @ 20%) of the hammer price. Lots purchased online via the-saleroom.com will attract an additional premium of 6% (including VAT @ 20%) of the hammer price.

Two Dresden porcelain figural candelabra, late 19th century, the stems modelled as a classical female supporting a putto, on rose encrusted bases beneath removable three-branch candle holders with scroll arms, underglaze blue 'AR' mark to bases, height 52cm (faults and repairs).Buyer’s Premium 29.4% (including VAT @ 20%) of the hammer price. Lots purchased online via the-saleroom.com will attract an additional premium of 6% (including VAT @ 20%) of the hammer price.

Two Sitzendorf military figures, comprising Officer 3rd Guards and Coldstream Guards Officer Field Order, a Dresden military figure 72nd Seaforth Highlanders and another military figure (missing some elements, minor faults).Buyer’s Premium 29.4% (including VAT @ 20%) of the hammer price. Lots purchased online via the-saleroom.com will attract an additional premium of 6% (including VAT @ 20%) of the hammer price.

A Dresden Helena Wolfsohn Vienna style circular bowl and cover, mid to late 19th century, the cover painted with a scene of Cupid watching over a scantily clad classical maiden and her male soldier attendant, within a gilt foliate scroll and trellis border against a cobalt blue ground, blue painted crowned 'D' mark to base, diameter 18.5cm.Buyer’s Premium 29.4% (including VAT @ 20%) of the hammer price. Lots purchased online via the-saleroom.com will attract an additional premium of 6% (including VAT @ 20%) of the hammer price.

Six German Meissen and Dresden hand painted porcelain collectables: Includes 2 larger & 1 smaller shoe 16cm & 9cm, 2 x similar double salts and pot pourri missing lid and small chip to base rim. All with blue crossed swords mark except one of the salts which has an indistinct blue mark. (6)

Percy Macquoid, four copies of 'The Age of Furniture', Oak, Walnut, Mahogany and Satinwood (4 volumes).Provenance:Alan Bennett (1930-2021) was an enormously respected, Cornwall-based antiques dealer.Alan Bennett started working in the antiques trade in the early 1950s for Parker’s of Blackheath before joining Harrod's Antiques Department. He moved to Cornwall in 1954 and opened his own shop, gradually expanding and offering one of the largest selections of antiques in Cornwall. He was assisted in the business by his wife Winifred, son Justin, and a team of restorers. He retired in April 2007.He was a man of refined manners, always impeccably dressed and he bought pretty, elegant things across the board, Dresden china and pierced silver Bon-Bon baskets but also brightly coloured Staffordshire figures, although it was the furniture that really fed his passion and he specialised in good quality Georgian and later furniture.David Lay reminiscences: "He would sit in the front row bidding with awesome discretion. Nothing as vulgar as a nod or wink. His demeanour told me he was bidding but of course, I knew his taste. I knew when he “should” be bidding. Often Winifred would view with Alan, the perfect couple.Happy memories of a different age. "Through his 50 years in the trade, he amassed an eclectic collection of very good quality art and antiques, many of which we are delighted to be offering here at Lays Auctions across various sales.Condition report: The copyright date is 1938. Covers soiled, sun bleached, scuffed. Title pages foxed, foxed throughout.

Dutch School, 19th century,Still life of an urn of flowers, oil on canvas, oval, 81 X 64cm.Alan Bennett (1930-2021) was an enormously respected, Cornwall-based antiques dealer.Alan Bennett started working in the antiques trade in the early 1950s for Parker’s of Blackheath before joining Harrod's Antiques Department. He moved to Cornwall in 1954 and opened his own shop, gradually expanding and offering one of the largest selections of antiques in Cornwall. He was assisted in the business by his wife Winifred, son Justin, and a team of restorers. He retired in April 2007.He was a man of refined manners, always impeccably dressed and he bought pretty, elegant things across the board, Dresden china and pierced silver Bon-Bon baskets but also brightly coloured Staffordshire figures, although it was the furniture that really fed his passion and he specialised in good quality Georgian and later furniture.David Lay reminiscences: "He would sit in the front row bidding with awesome discretion. Nothing as vulgar as a nod or wink. His demeanour told me he was bidding but of course, I knew his taste. I knew when he “should” be bidding. Often Winifred would view with Alan, the perfect couple.Happy memories of a different age. "Through his 50 years in the trade, he amassed an eclectic collection of very good quality art and antiques, many of which we are delighted to be offering here at Lays Auctions across various sales.Condition report: There is general craquelure, slight paint loss and a small area of overpainting, otherwise very good, please see extra images.

R ThomsonA bowl of primroses, signed and dated 1908, oil on canvas, 21.5 X 31.5cm.Alan Bennett (1930-2021) was an enormously respected, Cornwall-based antiques dealer.Alan Bennett started working in the antiques trade in the early 1950s for Parker’s of Blackheath before joining Harrod's Antiques Department. He moved to Cornwall in 1954 and opened his own shop, gradually expanding and offering one of the largest selections of antiques in Cornwall. He was assisted in the business by his wife Winifred, son Justin, and a team of restorers. He retired in April 2007.He was a man of refined manners, always impeccably dressed and he bought pretty, elegant things across the board, Dresden china and pierced silver Bon-Bon baskets but also brightly coloured Staffordshire figures, although it was the furniture that really fed his passion and he specialised in good quality Georgian and later furniture.David Lay reminiscences: "He would sit in the front row bidding with awesome discretion. Nothing as vulgar as a nod or wink. His demeanour told me he was bidding but of course, I knew his taste. I knew when he “should” be bidding. Often Winifred would view with Alan, the perfect couple.Happy memories of a different age. "Through his 50 years in the trade, he amassed an eclectic collection of very good quality art and antiques, many of which we are delighted to be offering here at Lays Auctions across various sales.Condition report: There is cracking and flaking to the oil mostly in the background on the left hand side.

A pen and coloured wash portrait of 'Lotti', a beloved pet, indistinctly signed and inscribed, dated 1963, 25.5 X 29.5cm.Alan Bennett (1930-2021) was an enormously respected, Cornwall-based antiques dealer.Alan Bennett started working in the antiques trade in the early 1950s for Parker’s of Blackheath before joining Harrod's Antiques Department. He moved to Cornwall in 1954 and opened his own shop, gradually expanding and offering one of the largest selections of antiques in Cornwall. He was assisted in the business by his wife Winifred, son Justin, and a team of restorers. He retired in April 2007.He was a man of refined manners, always impeccably dressed and he bought pretty, elegant things across the board, Dresden china and pierced silver Bon-Bon baskets but also brightly coloured Staffordshire figures, although it was the furniture that really fed his passion and he specialised in good quality Georgian and later furniture.David Lay reminiscences: "He would sit in the front row bidding with awesome discretion. Nothing as vulgar as a nod or wink. His demeanour told me he was bidding but of course, I knew his taste. I knew when he “should” be bidding. Often Winifred would view with Alan, the perfect couple.Happy memories of a different age. "Through his 50 years in the trade, he amassed an eclectic collection of very good quality art and antiques, many of which we are delighted to be offering here at Lays Auctions across various sales.

British School, early 19th centuryPortrait of a young man in a floral waistcoatOil on tin, oval, 19 X 15cm.Alan Bennett (1930-2021) was an enormously respected, Cornwall-based antiques dealer.Alan Bennett started working in the antiques trade in the early 1950s for Parker’s of Blackheath before joining Harrod's Antiques Department. He moved to Cornwall in 1954 and opened his own shop, gradually expanding and offering one of the largest selections of antiques in Cornwall. He was assisted in the business by his wife Winifred, son Justin, and a team of restorers. He retired in April 2007.He was a man of refined manners, always impeccably dressed and he bought pretty, elegant things across the board, Dresden china and pierced silver Bon-Bon baskets but also brightly coloured Staffordshire figures, although it was the furniture that really fed his passion and he specialised in good quality Georgian and later furniture.David Lay reminiscences: "He would sit in the front row bidding with awesome discretion. Nothing as vulgar as a nod or wink. His demeanour told me he was bidding but of course, I knew his taste. I knew when he “should” be bidding. Often Winifred would view with Alan, the perfect couple.Happy memories of a different age. "Through his 50 years in the trade, he amassed an eclectic collection of very good quality art and antiques, many of which we are delighted to be offering here at Lays Auctions across various sales.Condition report: The paint has areas of flaking with some losses, there is dirt consummate with age and areas of bubbling. Images on David Lay website.

An early 19th century oval coloured mezzotint of faggot gatherers, 19 X 15.4cm, together with a pine framed watercolour of children, after Morland (2).Alan Bennett (1930-2021) was an enormously respected, Cornwall-based antiques dealer.Alan Bennett started working in the antiques trade in the early 1950s for Parker’s of Blackheath before joining Harrod's Antiques Department. He moved to Cornwall in 1954 and opened his own shop, gradually expanding and offering one of the largest selections of antiques in Cornwall. He was assisted in the business by his wife Winifred, son Justin, and a team of restorers. He retired in April 2007.He was a man of refined manners, always impeccably dressed and he bought pretty, elegant things across the board, Dresden china and pierced silver Bon-Bon baskets but also brightly coloured Staffordshire figures, although it was the furniture that really fed his passion and he specialised in good quality Georgian and later furniture.David Lay reminiscences: "He would sit in the front row bidding with awesome discretion. Nothing as vulgar as a nod or wink. His demeanour told me he was bidding but of course, I knew his taste. I knew when he “should” be bidding. Often Winifred would view with Alan, the perfect couple.Happy memories of a different age. "Through his 50 years in the trade, he amassed an eclectic collection of very good quality art and antiques, many of which we are delighted to be offering here at Lays Auctions across various sales.

E** J*A pair of late 18th century watercolours, bucolic scenes.Each initialled and dated 1798, 21.5 X 15.5cm (2).Alan Bennett (1930-2021) was an enormously respected, Cornwall-based antiques dealer.Alan Bennett started working in the antiques trade in the early 1950s for Parker’s of Blackheath before joining Harrod's Antiques Department. He moved to Cornwall in 1954 and opened his own shop, gradually expanding and offering one of the largest selections of antiques in Cornwall. He was assisted in the business by his wife Winifred, son Justin, and a team of restorers. He retired in April 2007.He was a man of refined manners, always impeccably dressed and he bought pretty, elegant things across the board, Dresden china and pierced silver Bon-Bon baskets but also brightly coloured Staffordshire figures, although it was the furniture that really fed his passion and he specialised in good quality Georgian and later furniture.David Lay reminiscences: "He would sit in the front row bidding with awesome discretion. Nothing as vulgar as a nod or wink. His demeanour told me he was bidding but of course, I knew his taste. I knew when he “should” be bidding. Often Winifred would view with Alan, the perfect couple.Happy memories of a different age. "Through his 50 years in the trade, he amassed an eclectic collection of very good quality art and antiques, many of which we are delighted to be offering here at Lays Auctions across various sales.Condition report: Condition consummate with age, not examined out of frame, small flecks of black paint on image of one possibly from the reverse painted border. Frames with small chips and rubbing to gilt small losses.

English school, early 20th centuryGeese in a cornfield, South coastOil on board, 25 X 34cm.Alan Bennett (1930-2021) was an enormously respected, Cornwall-based antiques dealer.Alan Bennett started working in the antiques trade in the early 1950s for Parker’s of Blackheath before joining Harrod's Antiques Department. He moved to Cornwall in 1954 and opened his own shop, gradually expanding and offering one of the largest selections of antiques in Cornwall. He was assisted in the business by his wife Winifred, son Justin, and a team of restorers. He retired in April 2007.He was a man of refined manners, always impeccably dressed and he bought pretty, elegant things across the board, Dresden china and pierced silver Bon-Bon baskets but also brightly coloured Staffordshire figures, although it was the furniture that really fed his passion and he specialised in good quality Georgian and later furniture.David Lay reminiscences: "He would sit in the front row bidding with awesome discretion. Nothing as vulgar as a nod or wink. His demeanour told me he was bidding but of course, I knew his taste. I knew when he “should” be bidding. Often Winifred would view with Alan, the perfect couple.Happy memories of a different age. "Through his 50 years in the trade, he amassed an eclectic collection of very good quality art and antiques, many of which we are delighted to be offering here at Lays Auctions across various sales.

A pair of oval gilt framed prints of exotic birds, each 25 X 20cm, together with a pair of maple framed prints of birds and insects (4).Alan Bennett (1930-2021) was an enormously respected, Cornwall-based antiques dealer.Alan Bennett started working in the antiques trade in the early 1950s for Parker’s of Blackheath before joining Harrod's Antiques Department. He moved to Cornwall in 1954 and opened his own shop, gradually expanding and offering one of the largest selections of antiques in Cornwall. He was assisted in the business by his wife Winifred, son Justin, and a team of restorers. He retired in April 2007.He was a man of refined manners, always impeccably dressed and he bought pretty, elegant things across the board, Dresden china and pierced silver Bon-Bon baskets but also brightly coloured Staffordshire figures, although it was the furniture that really fed his passion and he specialised in good quality Georgian and later furniture.David Lay reminiscences: "He would sit in the front row bidding with awesome discretion. Nothing as vulgar as a nod or wink. His demeanour told me he was bidding but of course, I knew his taste. I knew when he “should” be bidding. Often Winifred would view with Alan, the perfect couple.Happy memories of a different age. "Through his 50 years in the trade, he amassed an eclectic collection of very good quality art and antiques, many of which we are delighted to be offering here at Lays Auctions across various sales.

A Regency rosewood, inlaid and chevron banded casket, the bronze handle as clasped hands, the lid with internal mirror, on cast paw feet, width 22cm.Provenance:Alan Bennett (1930-2021) was an enormously respected, Cornwall-based antiques dealer.Alan Bennett started working in the antiques trade in the early 1950s for Parker’s of Blackheath before joining Harrod's Antiques Department. He moved to Cornwall in 1954 and opened his own shop, gradually expanding and offering one of the largest selections of antiques in Cornwall. He was assisted in the business by his wife Winifred, son Justin, and a team of restorers. He retired in April 2007.He was a man of refined manners, always impeccably dressed and he bought pretty, elegant things across the board, Dresden china and pierced silver Bon-Bon baskets but also brightly coloured Staffordshire figures, although it was the furniture that really fed his passion and he specialised in good quality Georgian and later furniture.David Lay reminiscences: "He would sit in the front row bidding with awesome discretion. Nothing as vulgar as a nod or wink. His demeanour told me he was bidding but of course, I knew his taste. I knew when he “should” be bidding. Often Winifred would view with Alan, the perfect couple.Happy memories of a different age. "Through his 50 years in the trade, he amassed an eclectic collection of very good quality art and antiques, many of which we are delighted to be offering here at Lays Auctions across various sales.

After Auguste Moreau, a bronzed lamp, modelled as a cherubic youth supporting the torch in his raised hands, on a green marble socle, height 41cm.Provenance:Alan Bennett (1930-2021) was an enormously respected, Cornwall-based antiques dealer.Alan Bennett started working in the antiques trade in the early 1950s for Parker’s of Blackheath before joining Harrod's Antiques Department. He moved to Cornwall in 1954 and opened his own shop, gradually expanding and offering one of the largest selections of antiques in Cornwall. He was assisted in the business by his wife Winifred, son Justin, and a team of restorers. He retired in April 2007.He was a man of refined manners, always impeccably dressed and he bought pretty, elegant things across the board, Dresden china and pierced silver Bon-Bon baskets but also brightly coloured Staffordshire figures, although it was the furniture that really fed his passion and he specialised in good quality Georgian and later furniture.David Lay reminiscences: "He would sit in the front row bidding with awesome discretion. Nothing as vulgar as a nod or wink. His demeanour told me he was bidding but of course, I knew his taste. I knew when he “should” be bidding. Often Winifred would view with Alan, the perfect couple.Happy memories of a different age. "Through his 50 years in the trade, he amassed an eclectic collection of very good quality art and antiques, many of which we are delighted to be offering here at Lays Auctions across various sales.

An early Victorian bow front tortoiseshell tea caddy, with two internal lidded compartments, on ball feet, height 17cm, width 18.5cm.Provenance:Alan Bennett (1930-2021) was an enormously respected, Cornwall-based antiques dealer.Alan Bennett started working in the antiques trade in the early 1950s for Parker’s of Blackheath before joining Harrod's Antiques Department. He moved to Cornwall in 1954 and opened his own shop, gradually expanding and offering one of the largest selections of antiques in Cornwall. He was assisted in the business by his wife Winifred, son Justin, and a team of restorers. He retired in April 2007.He was a man of refined manners, always impeccably dressed and he bought pretty, elegant things across the board, Dresden china and pierced silver Bon-Bon baskets but also brightly coloured Staffordshire figures, although it was the furniture that really fed his passion and he specialised in good quality Georgian and later furniture.David Lay reminiscences: "He would sit in the front row bidding with awesome discretion. Nothing as vulgar as a nod or wink. His demeanour told me he was bidding but of course, I knew his taste. I knew when he “should” be bidding. Often Winifred would view with Alan, the perfect couple.Happy memories of a different age. "Through his 50 years in the trade, he amassed an eclectic collection of very good quality art and antiques, many of which we are delighted to be offering here at Lays Auctions across various sales.Condition report: The hinges have been broken off and crudely repaired in the past. There is a chip to the tortoiseshell on the domed lid. The shell on the compartment lids is chipped on the corners. One of the ivory knobs is a replacement. See extra images.

A Cornish serpentine candlestick, height 27cm, together with a terracotta figure of a boy, seated reading a book, height 43cm.Provenance:Alan Bennett (1930-2021) was an enormously respected, Cornwall-based antiques dealer.Alan Bennett started working in the antiques trade in the early 1950s for Parker’s of Blackheath before joining Harrod's Antiques Department. He moved to Cornwall in 1954 and opened his own shop, gradually expanding and offering one of the largest selections of antiques in Cornwall. He was assisted in the business by his wife Winifred, son Justin, and a team of restorers. He retired in April 2007.He was a man of refined manners, always impeccably dressed and he bought pretty, elegant things across the board, Dresden china and pierced silver Bon-Bon baskets but also brightly coloured Staffordshire figures, although it was the furniture that really fed his passion and he specialised in good quality Georgian and later furniture.David Lay reminiscences: "He would sit in the front row bidding with awesome discretion. Nothing as vulgar as a nod or wink. His demeanour told me he was bidding but of course, I knew his taste. I knew when he “should” be bidding. Often Winifred would view with Alan, the perfect couple.Happy memories of a different age. "Through his 50 years in the trade, he amassed an eclectic collection of very good quality art and antiques, many of which we are delighted to be offering here at Lays Auctions across various sales.Condition report: The sconce of the candlestick broken. The figure broken and glued.

A George III mahogany oval tea caddy, with floral inlaid ribbon tied decoration, width 14.5cm.Provenance:Alan Bennett (1930-2021) was an enormously respected, Cornwall-based antiques dealer.Alan Bennett started working in the antiques trade in the early 1950s for Parker’s of Blackheath before joining Harrod's Antiques Department. He moved to Cornwall in 1954 and opened his own shop, gradually expanding and offering one of the largest selections of antiques in Cornwall. He was assisted in the business by his wife Winifred, son Justin, and a team of restorers. He retired in April 2007.He was a man of refined manners, always impeccably dressed and he bought pretty, elegant things across the board, Dresden china and pierced silver Bon-Bon baskets but also brightly coloured Staffordshire figures, although it was the furniture that really fed his passion and he specialised in good quality Georgian and later furniture.David Lay reminiscences: "He would sit in the front row bidding with awesome discretion. Nothing as vulgar as a nod or wink. His demeanour told me he was bidding but of course, I knew his taste. I knew when he “should” be bidding. Often Winifred would view with Alan, the perfect couple.Happy memories of a different age. "Through his 50 years in the trade, he amassed an eclectic collection of very good quality art and antiques, many of which we are delighted to be offering here at Lays Auctions across various sales.Condition report: Various cracks and chips to veneers consummate with age and use, some small areas of restoration.

A George III oval satinwood tea caddy, with floral and trailing foliate inlay and lidded compartment, width 14cm.Provenance:Alan Bennett (1930-2021) was an enormously respected, Cornwall-based antiques dealer.Alan Bennett started working in the antiques trade in the early 1950s for Parker’s of Blackheath before joining Harrod's Antiques Department. He moved to Cornwall in 1954 and opened his own shop, gradually expanding and offering one of the largest selections of antiques in Cornwall. He was assisted in the business by his wife Winifred, son Justin, and a team of restorers. He retired in April 2007.He was a man of refined manners, always impeccably dressed and he bought pretty, elegant things across the board, Dresden china and pierced silver Bon-Bon baskets but also brightly coloured Staffordshire figures, although it was the furniture that really fed his passion and he specialised in good quality Georgian and later furniture.David Lay reminiscences: "He would sit in the front row bidding with awesome discretion. Nothing as vulgar as a nod or wink. His demeanour told me he was bidding but of course, I knew his taste. I knew when he “should” be bidding. Often Winifred would view with Alan, the perfect couple.Happy memories of a different age. "Through his 50 years in the trade, he amassed an eclectic collection of very good quality art and antiques, many of which we are delighted to be offering here at Lays Auctions across various sales.

A George III mahogany, crossbanded and satinwood inlaid oval trinket box, with large paterae to the lid and vertical banding to the side, width 14.5cm.Provenance:Alan Bennett (1930-2021) was an enormously respected, Cornwall-based antiques dealer.Alan Bennett started working in the antiques trade in the early 1950s for Parker’s of Blackheath before joining Harrod's Antiques Department. He moved to Cornwall in 1954 and opened his own shop, gradually expanding and offering one of the largest selections of antiques in Cornwall. He was assisted in the business by his wife Winifred, son Justin, and a team of restorers. He retired in April 2007.He was a man of refined manners, always impeccably dressed and he bought pretty, elegant things across the board, Dresden china and pierced silver Bon-Bon baskets but also brightly coloured Staffordshire figures, although it was the furniture that really fed his passion and he specialised in good quality Georgian and later furniture.David Lay reminiscences: "He would sit in the front row bidding with awesome discretion. Nothing as vulgar as a nod or wink. His demeanour told me he was bidding but of course, I knew his taste. I knew when he “should” be bidding. Often Winifred would view with Alan, the perfect couple.Happy memories of a different age. "Through his 50 years in the trade, he amassed an eclectic collection of very good quality art and antiques, many of which we are delighted to be offering here at Lays Auctions across various sales.Condition report: Losses to a strip of vertical banding on lid, various chips and scratches consummate with age extra images on David Lay website.

A Regency silk work oval picture of a shepherdess preparing a wreath, with painted detail, mahogany and line inlaid frame, with a remarkable naive painting of a parakeet on a hoop to the reverse, 35 X 28.5cm.Provenance:Alan Bennett (1930-2021) was an enormously respected, Cornwall-based antiques dealer.Alan Bennett started working in the antiques trade in the early 1950s for Parker’s of Blackheath before joining Harrod's Antiques Department. He moved to Cornwall in 1954 and opened his own shop, gradually expanding and offering one of the largest selections of antiques in Cornwall. He was assisted in the business by his wife Winifred, son Justin, and a team of restorers. He retired in April 2007.He was a man of refined manners, always impeccably dressed and he bought pretty, elegant things across the board, Dresden china and pierced silver Bon-Bon baskets but also brightly coloured Staffordshire figures, although it was the furniture that really fed his passion and he specialised in good quality Georgian and later furniture.David Lay reminiscences: "He would sit in the front row bidding with awesome discretion. Nothing as vulgar as a nod or wink. His demeanour told me he was bidding but of course, I knew his taste. I knew when he “should” be bidding. Often Winifred would view with Alan, the perfect couple.Happy memories of a different age. "Through his 50 years in the trade, he amassed an eclectic collection of very good quality art and antiques, many of which we are delighted to be offering here at Lays Auctions across various sales.Condition report: Two very small holes in the silk on her dress, some discolouration which is to be expected, images on David Lay website.

A pair of Regency silk work oval pictures, of ladies gathering blooms and foliage in gardens, with painted detail, gilt frames, 28 X 21cm.Provenance:Alan Bennett (1930-2021) was an enormously respected, Cornwall-based antiques dealer.Alan Bennett started working in the antiques trade in the early 1950s for Parker’s of Blackheath before joining Harrod's Antiques Department. He moved to Cornwall in 1954 and opened his own shop, gradually expanding and offering one of the largest selections of antiques in Cornwall. He was assisted in the business by his wife Winifred, son Justin, and a team of restorers. He retired in April 2007.He was a man of refined manners, always impeccably dressed and he bought pretty, elegant things across the board, Dresden china and pierced silver Bon-Bon baskets but also brightly coloured Staffordshire figures, although it was the furniture that really fed his passion and he specialised in good quality Georgian and later furniture.David Lay reminiscences: "He would sit in the front row bidding with awesome discretion. Nothing as vulgar as a nod or wink. His demeanour told me he was bidding but of course, I knew his taste. I knew when he “should” be bidding. Often Winifred would view with Alan, the perfect couple.Happy memories of a different age. "Through his 50 years in the trade, he amassed an eclectic collection of very good quality art and antiques, many of which we are delighted to be offering here at Lays Auctions across various sales.

A pair of Regency small oval silk work pictures, with a boy picking fruit and a girl with a doll, gilt frames, 16 X 13.5cm overall.Provenance:Alan Bennett (1930-2021) was an enormously respected, Cornwall-based antiques dealer.Alan Bennett started working in the antiques trade in the early 1950s for Parker’s of Blackheath before joining Harrod's Antiques Department. He moved to Cornwall in 1954 and opened his own shop, gradually expanding and offering one of the largest selections of antiques in Cornwall. He was assisted in the business by his wife Winifred, son Justin, and a team of restorers. He retired in April 2007.He was a man of refined manners, always impeccably dressed and he bought pretty, elegant things across the board, Dresden china and pierced silver Bon-Bon baskets but also brightly coloured Staffordshire figures, although it was the furniture that really fed his passion and he specialised in good quality Georgian and later furniture.David Lay reminiscences: "He would sit in the front row bidding with awesome discretion. Nothing as vulgar as a nod or wink. His demeanour told me he was bidding but of course, I knew his taste. I knew when he “should” be bidding. Often Winifred would view with Alan, the perfect couple.Happy memories of a different age. "Through his 50 years in the trade, he amassed an eclectic collection of very good quality art and antiques, many of which we are delighted to be offering here at Lays Auctions across various sales.Condition report: The girl with a doll has areas of wear to the threadwork and two small holes in the silk above her left shoulder and some small chips to the frame.

A Victorian silk christening gown with lace panel with five other similar vintage christening gowns and five infant nightdresses one with a Dickens & Jones Regent Street. London label. (11)Provenance:Alan Bennett (1930-2021) was an enormously respected, Cornwall-based antiques dealer.Alan Bennett started working in the antiques trade in the early 1950s for Parker’s of Blackheath before joining Harrod's Antiques Department. He moved to Cornwall in 1954 and opened his own shop, gradually expanding and offering one of the largest selections of antiques in Cornwall. He was assisted in the business by his wife Winifred, son Justin, and a team of restorers. He retired in April 2007.He was a man of refined manners, always impeccably dressed and he bought pretty, elegant things across the board, Dresden china and pierced silver Bon-Bon baskets but also brightly coloured Staffordshire figures, although it was the furniture that really fed his passion and he specialised in good quality Georgian and later furniture.David Lay reminiscences: "He would sit in the front row bidding with awesome discretion. Nothing as vulgar as a nod or wink. His demeanour told me he was bidding but of course, I knew his taste. I knew when he “should” be bidding. Often Winifred would view with Alan, the perfect couple.Happy memories of a different age. "Through his 50 years in the trade, he amassed an eclectic collection of very good quality art and antiques, many of which we are delighted to be offering here at Lays Auctions across various sales.

Victorian and later christening gowns embellished with lace together with other vintage linen including table cloths and a petticoat. (11 approx)Provenance:Alan Bennett (1930-2021) was an enormously respected, Cornwall-based antiques dealer.Alan Bennett started working in the antiques trade in the early 1950s for Parker’s of Blackheath before joining Harrod's Antiques Department. He moved to Cornwall in 1954 and opened his own shop, gradually expanding and offering one of the largest selections of antiques in Cornwall. He was assisted in the business by his wife Winifred, son Justin, and a team of restorers. He retired in April 2007.He was a man of refined manners, always impeccably dressed and he bought pretty, elegant things across the board, Dresden china and pierced silver Bon-Bon baskets but also brightly coloured Staffordshire figures, although it was the furniture that really fed his passion and he specialised in good quality Georgian and later furniture.David Lay reminiscences: "He would sit in the front row bidding with awesome discretion. Nothing as vulgar as a nod or wink. His demeanour told me he was bidding but of course, I knew his taste. I knew when he “should” be bidding. Often Winifred would view with Alan, the perfect couple.Happy memories of a different age. "Through his 50 years in the trade, he amassed an eclectic collection of very good quality art and antiques, many of which we are delighted to be offering here at Lays Auctions across various sales.

After Rousseau, a bronze group of three cherubs, early 20th century, emblematic of art, music and science, on a marble socle, height 41cm.Provenance:Alan Bennett (1930-2021) was an enormously respected, Cornwall-based antiques dealer.Alan Bennett started working in the antiques trade in the early 1950s for Parker’s of Blackheath before joining Harrod's Antiques Department. He moved to Cornwall in 1954 and opened his own shop, gradually expanding and offering one of the largest selections of antiques in Cornwall. He was assisted in the business by his wife Winifred, son Justin, and a team of restorers. He retired in April 2007.He was a man of refined manners, always impeccably dressed and he bought pretty, elegant things across the board, Dresden china and pierced silver Bon-Bon baskets but also brightly coloured Staffordshire figures, although it was the furniture that really fed his passion and he specialised in good quality Georgian and later furniture.David Lay reminiscences: "He would sit in the front row bidding with awesome discretion. Nothing as vulgar as a nod or wink. His demeanour told me he was bidding but of course, I knew his taste. I knew when he “should” be bidding. Often Winifred would view with Alan, the perfect couple.Happy memories of a different age. "Through his 50 years in the trade, he amassed an eclectic collection of very good quality art and antiques, many of which we are delighted to be offering here at Lays Auctions across various sales.Condition report: There are some small 1cm long chips to the marble base, which can only be seen if one is intently looking. To the rear of the statue, there is some slight discolouration to the gilt, located on the plinth. The bronze is black in colour.

A French Boulle clock and bracket, late 19th century, with ormolu mounts, the eight-day movement stamped CR and numbered 315, striking on a coiled gong, height 44.5cm, with matching bracket, height 23.5cm (2).Provenance:Alan Bennett (1930-2021) was an enormously respected, Cornwall-based antiques dealer.Alan Bennett started working in the antiques trade in the early 1950s for Parker’s of Blackheath before joining Harrod's Antiques Department. He moved to Cornwall in 1954 and opened his own shop, gradually expanding and offering one of the largest selections of antiques in Cornwall. He was assisted in the business by his wife Winifred, son Justin, and a team of restorers. He retired in April 2007.He was a man of refined manners, always impeccably dressed and he bought pretty, elegant things across the board, Dresden china and pierced silver Bon-Bon baskets but also brightly coloured Staffordshire figures, although it was the furniture that really fed his passion and he specialised in good quality Georgian and later furniture.David Lay reminiscences: "He would sit in the front row bidding with awesome discretion. Nothing as vulgar as a nod or wink. His demeanour told me he was bidding but of course, I knew his taste. I knew when he “should” be bidding. Often Winifred would view with Alan, the perfect couple.Happy memories of a different age. "Through his 50 years in the trade, he amassed an eclectic collection of very good quality art and antiques, many of which we are delighted to be offering here at Lays Auctions across various sales.Condition report: The clock has a pendulum, also numbered 315 and a key.There is a small area of lifting brass but generally, the condition is very good.The movement may need attention, the pendulum swings briefly but not for long.

An 18th century carved gilt wood rococo wall clock, fitted a ciricular brass face now with a later movement, height 94cm, width 63cm.Alan Bennett (1930-2021) was an enormously respected, Cornwall-based antiques dealer.Alan Bennett started working in the antiques trade in the early 1950s for Parker’s of Blackheath before joining Harrod's Antiques Department. He moved to Cornwall in 1954 and opened his own shop, gradually expanding and offering one of the largest selections of antiques in Cornwall. He was assisted in the business by his wife Winifred, son Justin, and a team of restorers. He retired in April 2007.He was a man of refined manners, always impeccably dressed and he bought pretty, elegant things across the board, Dresden china and pierced silver Bon-Bon baskets but also brightly coloured Staffordshire figures, although it was the furniture that really fed his passion and he specialised in good quality Georgian and later furniture.David Lay reminiscences: "He would sit in the front row bidding with awesome discretion. Nothing as vulgar as a nod or wink. His demeanour told me he was bidding but of course, I knew his taste. I knew when he “should” be bidding. Often Winifred would view with Alan, the perfect couple.Happy memories of a different age. "Through his 50 years in the trade, he amassed an eclectic collection of very good quality art and antiques, many of which we are delighted to be offering here at Lays Auctions across various sales.

A Venetian blackamoor gondolier figure, circa 1900, with painted and gilt decoration, modelled standing on the prow of a gondola, his right arm supporting a stand, an oar in his left hand, height 62cm.Provenance:Alan Bennett (1930-2021) was an enormously respected, Cornwall-based antiques dealer.Alan Bennett started working in the antiques trade in the early 1950s for Parker’s of Blackheath before joining Harrod's Antiques Department. He moved to Cornwall in 1954 and opened his own shop, gradually expanding and offering one of the largest selections of antiques in Cornwall. He was assisted in the business by his wife Winifred, son Justin, and a team of restorers. He retired in April 2007.He was a man of refined manners, always impeccably dressed and he bought pretty, elegant things across the board, Dresden china and pierced silver Bon-Bon baskets but also brightly coloured Staffordshire figures, although it was the furniture that really fed his passion and he specialised in good quality Georgian and later furniture.David Lay reminiscences: "He would sit in the front row bidding with awesome discretion. Nothing as vulgar as a nod or wink. His demeanour told me he was bidding but of course, I knew his taste. I knew when he “should” be bidding. Often Winifred would view with Alan, the perfect couple.Happy memories of a different age. "Through his 50 years in the trade, he amassed an eclectic collection of very good quality art and antiques, many of which we are delighted to be offering here at Lays Auctions across various sales.Condition report: Paint chips and losses. Figure reattached to the base, drip tray also reattached, most chips to the base and extremities. Extra images on David Lay website.

A pair of white marble baluster turned table lamps, 20th century, height 37cm, together with an English porcelain figural table lamp, fashioned as a cherub, possibly Moore brothers, supporting and ormolu sconce, height 39cm (3).Provenance:Alan Bennett (1930-2021) was an enormously respected, Cornwall-based antiques dealer.Alan Bennett started working in the antiques trade in the early 1950s for Parker’s of Blackheath before joining Harrod's Antiques Department. He moved to Cornwall in 1954 and opened his own shop, gradually expanding and offering one of the largest selections of antiques in Cornwall. He was assisted in the business by his wife Winifred, son Justin, and a team of restorers. He retired in April 2007.He was a man of refined manners, always impeccably dressed and he bought pretty, elegant things across the board, Dresden china and pierced silver Bon-Bon baskets but also brightly coloured Staffordshire figures, although it was the furniture that really fed his passion and he specialised in good quality Georgian and later furniture.David Lay reminiscences: "He would sit in the front row bidding with awesome discretion. Nothing as vulgar as a nod or wink. His demeanour told me he was bidding but of course, I knew his taste. I knew when he “should” be bidding. Often Winifred would view with Alan, the perfect couple.Happy memories of a different age. "Through his 50 years in the trade, he amassed an eclectic collection of very good quality art and antiques, many of which we are delighted to be offering here at Lays Auctions across various sales.Condition report: One marble lamp broken and glued. The figure with cracks and repair.

A set of five Victorian brass bell weights.Provenance:Alan Bennett (1930-2021) was an enormously respected, Cornwall-based antiques dealer.Alan Bennett started working in the antiques trade in the early 1950s for Parker’s of Blackheath before joining Harrod's Antiques Department. He moved to Cornwall in 1954 and opened his own shop, gradually expanding and offering one of the largest selections of antiques in Cornwall. He was assisted in the business by his wife Winifred, son Justin, and a team of restorers. He retired in April 2007.He was a man of refined manners, always impeccably dressed and he bought pretty, elegant things across the board, Dresden china and pierced silver Bon-Bon baskets but also brightly coloured Staffordshire figures, although it was the furniture that really fed his passion and he specialised in good quality Georgian and later furniture.David Lay reminiscences: "He would sit in the front row bidding with awesome discretion. Nothing as vulgar as a nod or wink. His demeanour told me he was bidding but of course, I knew his taste. I knew when he “should” be bidding. Often Winifred would view with Alan, the perfect couple.Happy memories of a different age. "Through his 50 years in the trade, he amassed an eclectic collection of very good quality art and antiques, many of which we are delighted to be offering here at Lays Auctions across various sales.

An Adams style oval gilt framed wall mirror, circa 1900, with beaded egg and dart moulded border, height 108cm, width 81cm.Alan Bennett (1930-2021) was an enormously respected, Cornwall-based antiques dealer.Alan Bennett started working in the antiques trade in the early 1950s for Parker’s of Blackheath before joining Harrod's Antiques Department. He moved to Cornwall in 1954 and opened his own shop, gradually expanding and offering one of the largest selections of antiques in Cornwall. He was assisted in the business by his wife Winifred, son Justin, and a team of restorers. He retired in April 2007.He was a man of refined manners, always impeccably dressed and he bought pretty, elegant things across the board, Dresden china and pierced silver Bon-Bon baskets but also brightly coloured Staffordshire figures, although it was the furniture that really fed his passion and he specialised in good quality Georgian and later furniture.David Lay reminiscences: "He would sit in the front row bidding with awesome discretion. Nothing as vulgar as a nod or wink. His demeanour told me he was bidding but of course, I knew his taste. I knew when he “should” be bidding. Often Winifred would view with Alan, the perfect couple.Happy memories of a different age. "Through his 50 years in the trade, he amassed an eclectic collection of very good quality art and antiques, many of which we are delighted to be offering here at Lays Auctions across various sales.