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THREE MATCHING PAINTED CAST IRON FIREPLACE SURROUNDS AND INSERTS, ALL WITH FLORAL CREST, OUTER DIMENSIONS 132CM (H) X 95CM (W) X 16CM (D), INTERNAL 99CM (H) X 61CM / ALL LOTS ARE LOCATED IN SL0 9LG, REGRETFULLY WE DO NOT OFFER SHIPPING, BUYERS MUST COLLECT OR MAKE SUITABLE ARRANGMENTS - FOR FURTHER INFO PLEASE CHECK OUR IMPORTANT SALE INFO
Quaritch (Bernard) [Trade Sale Catalogues], No. 1-25 bound in 1 vol., some soiling, contemporary cloth, 1868-80; [Rare Books & Manuscripts], bound volume of c.15 pamphlets by M.R.James & others, including BQ's handlist for potential bidders of rarer books in the Huth Library sale, cloth, some original wrappers bound in, 1902-14 § Wyman (C.W.H.) B.Q. A Biographical & Bibliographical Fragment, one of only 25 copies, presentation copy from the author to W.J.Gilks Esq., presentation leaf lightly soiled and stained, modern morocco-backed marbled boards, uncut, [for the Sette of Odd Volumes], 1880 § G[rinke] (P[aul]) The Georges de Belder Collection of Neo-Classicism, 2 vol. including folder of 15 mounted photographs of bindings, original boards, Bernard Quaritch, [1984]; and a collection of others relating to Quaritch including a bound volume of 3 catalogues of 1927 & 1950 with pencil markings showing evidence of the book auction ring in operation and JC's note on such on front pastedown, a fascinating scrapbook on the firm compiled by JC (see below), a book box containing material on Howard Radclyffe (JC's mentor at Quaritch), a bound copy of Quaritch's cable code, and various other catalogues etc., v.s. (sm.qty)*** The scrap book, which is compiled in an old stock book, includes a wealth of material relating to the firm, particularly during JC's early days there at 11, Grafton St. and the clear-out of the shop in 1969 prior to the move to Lower John St. There are many photographs of the rooms and employees, cataloguing cards, press cuttings, details of the plasterwork revealed behind the bookshelves, demolition, the new premises etc., all annotated in detail by JC. At the end are pasted in all his rejection letters from various bookshops when looking for his first job in the trade in 1962. "Much of the wood, and some of the less important bookcases were left, so I begged them from Watson...In particular there were two corner cases perched above doors and attached to a large chunk of cornice in the 1st floor back, I got near the door, gave a giant heave, and ran. The[re] was a whale of a crash, the light went out and a great cloud of dust pursued me into the hall. I got my cases, though in their fall they broke the fireplace. Nobody seemed to notice that I'd stuck the mantlepiece [sic] back in two pieces!"All the departments left huge heaps of books, through some of which I had time to barrage. Found some rather nice things. Mr. Jeffries, to whom we sold all the residue, must have made a fortune!"
An unusual white marble heraldic plaque, late 19th or early 20th century, relief carved with the coats of arms of England, Scotland and Ireland above a floral spray, the English arms surmounted by a crown, the Irish and Scottish by a rampant lion and unicorn respectively, resin bonded fixing bolts verso, partial architectural salvage label applied to the top edge, the plaque 64.5cm W x 5.5cm D x 91.5cm H NOTE: The plaque was previously inset above a fireplace, but is not believed to be part of its original structure. The inclusion of the Scottish and Irish coats of arms without Wales may suggest the plaque is pre-1707, but we believe it to be later. The presence of the Irish coat of arms suggests it was made before the creation of the Irish Free State in 1922. CONDITION REPORT:The piece shows various chips and nibbles to the edges. The English, Irish and Scottish arms all show dirt marks, and the piece shows further dirt build-ups in the crevices. The marble ground shows some areas of staining. The crown may be missing its finial.
A MARBLE RELIEF PANEL EMBLEMATIC OF SLEEP PROBABLY ITALIAN OR FLEMISH, EARLY 19TH CENTURY After Duquesnoy, carved in high relief with sleeping recumbent child, verdure behind and flat relief of buildings in the distance, later set into an oak frame, possibly originally a centrepiece tablet for a fireplace lintel the panel approximately 56 by 21.5cm, the frame 62.5cm wide, 27.5cm high, 13.5cm deep Provenance: 1st Earl Mountbatten of Burma and thence by descent Condition Report: With wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. VERY dirty- sealed in box frame- some edge chips visible- looks to have old drilled mount points to reverse- later more modern holes for fitment into current frame 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. All 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. Potential buyers should note that condition reports are matters of opinion only, they are non-exhaustive and based solely on what can be seen to the naked eye unless otherwise specified by the cataloguer. 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 description. If you have physically viewed an item for which you request a report, the condition report cannot be a reason for cancelling a sale. 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
AN HERIZ CARPET, PERSIANThe ivory shaped field within an outer madder surround, a bold dark indigo flower medallion, indigo spandrels all with angular floral vines; a madder palmette and vine border, 370cm x 300cm, circa 1890Condition: Fair, areas of wear, some re-piling, cut for fireplace and restored, one side needs attentionProvenance: The Collection of Mr. Marcus Linell Further details on the Bellmans website herePurchased Sotheby's Bond Street, Islamic Works of Art sale, Lot 589.
AR * Shepard (Ernest Howard, 1879-1976), 'The Hour is Come’, [1959], fine pencil, ink and watercolour with body colour on off-white wove paper, signed lower left, 26.5 x 18.5 cm, framed and glazed with photocopies of Shepard’s manuscript labels to picture verso pasted to back of frameQTY: (1)NOTE:Provenance: Acquired by the vendors’ parents directly from the artist at an exhibition of his own work in Haslemere, Surrey, 29 May – 12 June 1965. This watercolour does not appear in Shepard’s manuscript inventory for the exhibition but was obtained directly from the artist at the same time.Shepard’s line drawings were first used to illustrate a new Methuen edition of Wind in the Willows in 1931. In 1959 Methuen published a new Shepard edition with an additional eight colour plates from watercolours by the artist.This watercolour features at the very end of the story in Chapter 12, ‘The Return of Ulysses’, and shows the moment Badger, with Ratty, Mole and Toad behind him, on the threshold and ready to burst in and attack the Weasels in Toad Hall.‘The Badger drew himself up, took a firm grip of his stick with both paws, glanced round at his comrades, and cried: “The hour is come! Follow me!” And flung the door open wide. My! What a squealing and a squeaking and a screeching filled the air! Well might the terrified weasels dive under the tables and spring madly up at the windows! Well might the ferrets rush wildly for the fireplace and get hopelessly jammed in the chimney! Well might tables and chairs be upset, and glass and china be sent crashing on the floor, in the panic of that terrible moment when the four Heroes strode wrathfully into the room!’
A large cast iron Charles V armorial fireplace plaque dated 1545110 x 93 cm This plaque presents a rich heraldic ornamentation linked to the Empire of Charles V: carried by a griffin and a lion, a shield shows the double-headed eagle of the Empire charged bearing the shield of Austria, surmounted by an imperial crown on a Burgundy cross. On the sides, erected on the capitals of a fluted column, two figures hold a banner bearing the inscription: Donne moi vertu contre tes annemis (Give me virtue against your enemies), a probable allusion to the fight against the Reformation.Under the shield appears the motto of Charles V in a banner around two columns: PLUS OU(L)TRE.On the lower frieze is the date 1545. The plaque is probably of Flemish or Northern French origin and dates to 1545 or one or two decades later.
This decorative Titan Flueback teapot features a large fireplace decorated with Royal Albert's Old Country Roses pattern plates, pitcher, teacup and saucer, photo frame, tray, and clock. Sitting atop the fireplace mantel there is a newspaper that says Royal Albert and a book titled Identifying Roses. Royal Albert and Cardew Design hallmarks on the bottom. Artist: Paul CardewIssued: 1996Dimensions: 12"L x 4"W x 8.75"HManufacturer: Royal AlbertCountry of Origin: EnglandCondition: Age related wear.
KUCHUMOV, Vasili Nikitich (1888 - 1959) Dame am KlavierGouache/Papier/Karton. Rechts unten kyrillisch signiert. 1948. 31 x 30,5 cm. Gerahmt & hinter Glas : 54 x 44 cm (kupferfarbener Rahmen). Junge Frau in rotem Kleid in herrschaftlichem Zimmer mit Kronleuchter über Sitzgruppe vor Kamin. Rissig an den Rändern. Aufrufzeit 15. | Juni 2024 | voraussichtlich 13:33 Uhr (CET) KUCHUMOV, Vasili Nikitich (1888 - 1959) Lady at the pianoGouache/paper/cardboard. Signed lower right in Cyrillic. 1948. 31 x 30.5 cm. Framed & behind glass : 54 x 44 cm (copper-colored frame). Young woman in red dress in stately room with chandelier above seating group in front of fireplace. Cracked at the edges. Call time 15 | June 2024 | probably 13:33 (CET)*This is an automatically generated translation from German by deepl.com and only to be seen as an aid - not a legally binding declaration of lot properties. Please note that we can only guarantee for the correctness of description and condition as provided by the German description.
FIREPLACE METALWARE AND FURNITURE TO INCLUDE: A pair of polished steel andirons with scrolled finials, 42cm high A set of three polished steel fire tools in the George III manner, shovel 75.5cm long A polished steel and mesh cheval spark guard, 103cm wide, 79cm high A steel log bucket, 32cm high A polished steel fender, pierced with Greek meander pattern and decorated with studs, 145cm wide Condition Report: All have been in regular use and showing signs of fireside placement, use, handling and cleaning A pair of polished steel andirons with scrolled finials, 42cm high PITTING A set of three polished steel fire tools in the George III manner, shovel 75.5cm long TONGS REPAIRS AROUND HINGE ROUNDEL POINT A polished steel and mesh cheval spark guard, 103cm wide, 79cm high DETACHED TO LOWER RIGHT HAND BRACKET A steel log bucket, 32cm high WORN_ SCRATCHES AND HEAVY WEAR A polished steel fender, pierced with Greek meander pattern and decorated with studs, EXTERNAL 145cm wide, 15cm high, 25cm deep INTERNAL 22.5cm deep, 140.5cm wide WORN AND MARKED_ SOOT STAINS 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. All 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. Potential buyers should note that condition reports are matters of opinion only, they are non-exhaustive and based solely on what can be seen to the naked eye unless otherwise specified by the cataloguer. 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 description. If you have physically viewed an item for which you request a report, the condition report cannot be a reason for cancelling a sale. 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
FISHER, Alan. [Butler & Valet to the Duke of Windsor]. Unpublished memoirs, [c. 1978], manuscript notes & typed draft recording time spent serving the Duke of Windsor [Edward VIII, 1894-1972] and Duchess of Windsor [Wallis Simpson, 1896-1986] at their home in Bois de Boulogne, France from 1954. Alan's wife Norma was maid to the Duchess of Windsor, and the couple resided on-site at "The Cottage" while serving the Duke & Duchess. The archive includes a manuscript notebook, scanned copies of a handwritten draft, and a typed draft, plus associated ephemera and photographs. This is an extraordinary and immensely readable memoir in which every passage is quotable (please refer to representative extracts below). The text lifts the curtain on an utterly private little world and gives a crystal sense of time and place, from the scent of burning perfume to the sound of the Duchess's heels on cold marble. It's written with humour and humanity. At times reminiscent of Wodehouse's Jeeves and Wooster, there's a feeling of the quiet dignity, intelligence and tact that comes from someone who is ostensibly a servile valet. As Alan himself says in these memoirs, "You didn't care how idiotic you appeared if it saved the day". Various guests are described and discussed, including Oswald Mosley and Nancy Mitford. Including a colour-printed equestrian portrait of Edward as Prince of Wales [after Sir Alfred J. Munnings, the original of which was in the French villa, and a copy of which sits above the fireplace in Queen Mary's Dolls' House], signed & inscribed by Edward; Alan's invitation to the funeral of the Duchess of Windsor, 29 April 1986, housed in an envelope addressed in the hand of HM King Charles III [as Prince of Wales], signed "C"; an original colour photographic slide showing the Duke of Windsor wearing his Order of the Garter robes in his garden; a b&w Velox photograph of the Royal Family, and another showing George VI at a military parade; seven later colour photographs showing views of the Duke & Duchess's home; two autograph letters signed by Lady Antonia Pinter [now Fraser], giving Alan her thoughts on sharing his story, and thanking him for a visit to Kensington Palace; various loose manuscript notes by Alan Fisher; two return envelopes from The Konigsberg Company, Beverly Hills, 1979-81 [Alan was in negotiations with a US television company in the hope of making a series out of his memoirs] Provenance: By descent of Alan Fisher [the vendor's uncle]. Copyright & publication rights will pass to the successful bidder with an assignment from our vendor Representative Extracts: First encounter with the Duchess: "The sound of the high heel on the cold marble slowly descending. She moved towards me...Finally the candlelight caught the flash of diamonds, of which there were plenty...This is 1954 and it may have been her halcyon days. Clothes were at their most attractive. Dior was alive, Balenciaga, Givenchy - all the great houses of haute couture helped keep her at the pinnacle of fashion." Dressing the Duke in a hurry: "That was when the shit hit the fan. He knew he was late, and it would be murder trying to fasten his shirt, keep him still long enough so you could tie his bow tie, get his trousers on, his shoes and socks...in the rush, he would constantly take one winter and one summer sock, and he'd look down and say, 'Alan, you've given me odd socks'...Finally you'd get him dressed and on his way leaving you as limp as if you'd been in World War III...The worst thing to me was the Duke should decide to wear his kilt." Near-resignation: "[the Duchess said] 'You know, Alan, if you don't want this job, there are plenty of people who would really like it.' That was all I needed. I flung the silver onto the chair she was sitting on along with the gloves I was wearing. I said, 'Your Royal Highness, you can stick your job. I don't need this kind of nonsense from you or anyone else. Jobs are not that hard to come by...She screamed, 'Go to bed. Go to bed. You're tired. You're obviously tired.' My last words were, 'Yes, Your Royal Highness. Please remember, I may be tired, but I'm not drunk.' The following morning, The Duke has a meeting with Alan and suggests he was feeling "unwell" during this "uncontrollable outburst", to which Alan says, "Your Royal Highness, no one can work as hard as we do and take that kind of an upbraiding at that hour unless they're completely mad or incapable of finding another job. I am neither...From that day to the day I left some fourteen months later, she never once crossed swords with me...No one had a more fertile mind than the Duchess. Her wit was remarkable...We'd both won really. I wanted to continue working there. She wanted me there." "Queen Mary wrote frequently, and one recognised immediately the beautiful handwriting...After that I always placed it by his [the Duke's] bedside. He would read it and carry it around maybe for three days, which I thought was terribly touching." "People ask the same questions about the Windsors. Were they in love? And were they happy? As I said, he was in love with her...She was in no way in love with him. So many of her actions spelt it out so violently. Of course she had a façade she kept up publicly...There must have been many moments in both their lives when she looked at him and thought of all that might have been. It must have made her extremely bitter. To top it all, she knew how weak he was...might the crown of England sat on her brow?...She would never have settled for being the Queen Consort. I think Queen Dictator would have been nearer her title...Don't for a brief moment, kids, ever believe she would not have been capable of it. She could be ruthless...I found out later that even though the Duke was dying of cancer of the throat, and it must not have been pleasant, almost to the end the Duchess continued giving dinners when she should have been looking after the poor Duke, making his last moments as happy as she could so easily have done...any small gesture from the Duchess was all important to him. One night two or three evenings before he actually died, he asked Sidney to call the Duchess. She was giving a dinner for twelve that evening. In she came, going on about her new dress. Did he like it. Had he noticed it." "Senility slowly took hold [of the Duchess]...She said how she liked Prince Charles. She said, 'I heard from him some time ago. He wants to come and stay. I suppose I'll have to gather some young people for him.' Of course I feel confident that Prince Charles had never written asking her to stay. The whole thing was a figment of her imagination. Why, I'll never figure out."
DAVID WILKIE (1785-1841) FIGURES IN AN INTERIOR SCENE, an elderly gentleman is seated beside a fireplace, his wife stands beside him offering him a glass of wine, on the table between them is a supper of bread and cheese, signed and dated 1835 bottom left, attribution to the frame, auction catalogue page verso, oil on canvas, approximate size 55cm x 48cm, Condition Report: small areas of over painting towards the top edge visible under UV light, craquelure across the surface, back of painting is covered by board (1)
Frederick George Pasmore (fl. 1875 - 1884), A brother feeding his little sister and two boys firing a model cannon in a barn - a pair, signed 'F. G. Pasmore 1883' (lower left), oil on canvas, 30.5 x 25.5 cm, framed 41 x 46 cmQty: 2Brother feeding his sister - a small tear in the canvas (located in the fireplace) has been repaired and re-touched. Also some overpainting to the boy's breeches and the side table.Boys firing model cannon - appears to be in good condition.Both have been revarnished and placed in later frames.
Louis XV style marble fireplace mantle. Of Rococo style with acanthus leaves, shells, and scrollwork.Height: 44 in x width: 60 in x depth: 12 in.Condition:There are a few chips throughout. Some small cracks. Due to the porous nature of the stone, there is natural pitting throughout, making possible small losses or chips difficult to discern. There is affixed plaster or concrete from a previous installation that may require removal before installation in its next setting. The back of the mantel has not been examined due to the size and nature of the object.
Pair of gilt bronze fireplace accents of leaf form in French Rocaille style, ca. 19th century. With faintly impressed marks.(Each) Height: 15 1/2 in x width: 13 in x depth: 6 in. Gross weight of lot: 27 lbs 1 oz.Condition:There are no major bends, losses, or repairs. Some tarnishing and patination throughout. Light wear to the undersides consistent with age and use.
Janet and Bernard Leach for Leach Pottery, St. Ives, Cornwall, England. Studio ceramic fireplace tile with a design of a fiddlehead fern, ca. early 1950s. Stoneware with a clear glaze and iron decoration. With a label from Janet Leach affixed to the verso. Impressed stamp along the verso behind the label.Height: 4 in x width: 4 in x depth: 1/2 in.Condition:There are small chip in the lower right quadrant and to the upper left corner. There are no signs of restoration under UV light.
A QUANTITY OF ASSORTED PEDIGREE SINDY HOUSEHOLD FURNITURE AND OTHER ITEMS, to include, cooker unit, washing machine unit, sunbed, hair dryer, assorted 3 piece suites and other sofas & chairs, bath, dressing table, bedside table & chair, dining table, sink, wardrobe, fireplace, bureau, rotary washing line, small accessories including crockery, iron and ironing board, vacuum cleaners etc. etc., with a boxed Bedroom Gift Set, No.44585, all in playworn condition, some items with damage and wear, items and sets not checked for completeness, mixture of boxed and unboxed items, majority of boxes damaged, includes an empty box (6 boxes)
A GROUP OF SEVEN NOVELTY TEAPOTS, comprising a Cardew Collector's Club Special Edition 1997-1998 'Tea For Two', a miniature 'Sewing Machine' teapot, and 'Farmhouse Fireplace' C1452/5000, a group of four teapots designed exclusively for the Tea Council Collection by South-West Ceramics Ltd, to include 'Fridge' teapot (missing two items on lid), a 'Kitchen Sink' teapot (loose jug on top of lid), 'Washing Machine' pot (unglued Comfort bottle), a 'Kitchen Table' (unglued recipe book, chipped in a couple of places) (7) (Condition Report: all teapots have crazing in varying degrees, most have missing or unglued items on the lids)

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