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Le Carre, John [David Cornwell]. A collection of twelve modern first editions all in dust wrappers. The lot comprising 1991 T

Auctioneum Ltd - East Bristol & Bath

Lot 57

Le Carre, John [David Cornwell]. A collection of twelve modern first editions all in dust wrappers. The lot comprising 1991 Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy (2nd imp thus), 2001 The Constant Gardener, 2003 Absolute Friends, two copies 1996 The Tailor of Panama, 1986 A Perfect Spy, 1993 The Night Manager (2nd imp), 1989 The Russia House (book club ed), 1979 Smiley's People, 1991 The Secret Pilgrim, 1971 The Naive & Sentimental Lover, and 1962 Call for the Dead (US Walker & Company first ed). All in smart dust wrappers, some bumping to head & tail of the spine, one with prior owner's inscription to ffep. 8vo.

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Deighton, Len. A collection of five modern first edition thrillers. The lot comprising 1974 Spy Story, 1964 Funeral In Berlin

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Lot 17

Deighton, Len. A collection of five modern first edition thrillers. The lot comprising 1974 Spy Story, 1964 Funeral In Berlin (no dw), 1972 Close Up, 1967 An Expensive Place to Die and 1971 Declarations of War. Four in dust wrappers, light wear to the heads and tails of spine, otherwise a smart collection. 8vo.

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Timlin, William  M. [1923] The Ship That Sailed To Mars, a Fantasy. Told and Pictured by William M. Timlin, publ. George

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Lot 100

Timlin, William M. [1923] The Ship That Sailed To Mars, a Fantasy. Told and Pictured by William M. Timlin, publ. George G. Harrap & Company Limited. One of 2,000 produced, with forty-eight tipped in plates in colour by the author (collated & complete). Publisher's original quarter vellum binding with gilt titles, paper covered boards, no dust wrapper; boards a little scuffed and bumped to extremities, vellum spine a touch discoloured and lightly bumped to the head, small contemp. gift inscription to dedication page. A scarce first edition of this classic fantasy work taking after Lucien of Samasota's 'A Trip to Mars' and heavily inspired by classical myth and legend, a staple from the Golden Age of illustration. 4to.

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Dickens, Charles. 1844 The Life and Adventures of Martin Chuzzlewit, with illustrations by Phiz (Hablot Knight Browne). Publ.

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Lot 33

Dickens, Charles. 1844 The Life and Adventures of Martin Chuzzlewit, with illustrations by Phiz (Hablot Knight Browne). Publ. Chapman and Hall, 193, Piccadilly. First edition in book form, second issue, with £100 rather than 100£ to the signpost on the illustrated title page. Publisher's original full cloth binding, loss to the head and tail of the discoloured spine, boards bumped to extremities and with the odd stain, front board & spine detached from textblock and in need of repair, ffep & illustrated title loose but present. Gift inscription to ffep reading Marianne Lound, a present from her Father November 18th 1872, pages with the odd spot and occasional discolouration. 8vo.

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Burke, Sir Bernard. 1859-60 Vicissitudes of Families, and Other Essays. Publ. Longman. Green, Longman, and Roberts. Two volum

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Lot 21

Burke, Sir Bernard. 1859-60 Vicissitudes of Families, and Other Essays. Publ. Longman. Green, Longman, and Roberts. Two volumes, being First and Second Series. Half calf binding, gilt tooled raised bands & spine labels, marbled boards, edges and endpapers, lightly bumped to extremities and the head of the spine, otherwise smart. Small 8vo.

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1717 Geographica Classica: The Geography of the Ancients, so far describ'd as it is contain'd in the Greek and Latin Classick

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Lot 30

1717 Geographica Classica: The Geography of the Ancients, so far describ'd as it is contain'd in the Greek and Latin Classicks, in Twenty-Nine Maps of the Old World. A Collection long wanted, and now publish'd for the Use of Schools. The Second edition. Printed for C. Browne, London 1717. Contemp. quarter calf binding, spine rubbed & worn with loss, rear board marbled, extremities bumped and tired, repair with baking paper to the front pastedown and title page, blanks lacking, titled page foxed and with 1797 ownership inscription, preface loose but present, 2pp of publisher's advertisements, some historic worm damage to first eight maps (see images) otherwise generally clean and binding sound. Collated and complete with twenty-nine maps. An interesting early 18th century collection of maps depicting the world as contained in the writings of classical writers including Homer, Virgil, Ovid, Plutarch, Herodotus and Livy. Crown 8vo.

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Pullman, Philip. Three signed first edition illustrated children's books, all signed in blue biro to title page. The lot comp

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Lot 55

Pullman, Philip. Three signed first edition illustrated children's books, all signed in blue biro to title page. The lot comprising 1989 Spring-Heeled Jack, a Story of Bravery and Evil publ. Doubleday illustrated by David Mostyn, 1994 The New Cut Gang - Thunderbolt's Waxwork publ. Viking illustrated by Mark Thomas, and 1995 The New Cut Gang - The Gas-fitter's Ball also publ. Viking illus. Mark Thomas. All in publisher's original pictorial laminate boards, ex-library with renewed endpapers, light bumping to extremities, ex lib stamps to title pages but otherwise very smart. 8vo.

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Late Victorian & early 20th century fiction including first editions. A collection of fifteen books, the lot comprising 1

Auctioneum Ltd - East Bristol & Bath

Lot 133

Late Victorian & early 20th century fiction including first editions. A collection of fifteen books, the lot comprising 1937 Lord Emsworth and Others by P. G. Wodehouse, first ed; 1925 Mike by P. G. Wodehouse, reprint; 1932 Public Faces, a Novel by Harold Nicolson, first ed; 1914 Incredible Adventures by Algernon Blackwood, first ed; 1916 The Great Temptation by Richard Marsh, second imp; [1888] The Cossacks by Count Lyof N. Tolstoi; The Mysterious Document by Jules Verne publ. Richard Butterworth; 1925 My Circus Life by James Lloyd, first ed. introduced by G. K. Chesterton; 1958 Position at Noon, signed limited edition by Eric Linklater illus. Hans Tisdall; 1893 Sylvie and Bruno Concluded by Lewis Carroll, first ed.; 1930 His Monkey Wife, or Married to a Chimp, by John Collier, first ed; 1926 King Goshawk & the Birds by Eimar O'Duffy, first ed; 1901 Wisdom and Destiny by Maurice Maeterlinck, second imp; 1951 Ringstones and Other Curious Tales by Sarban; and 1922 Mr. Evans, a Cricketo - Detective Story by Cyril Alington, first ed in dust wrapper with significant loss to front board. An interesting & varied collection in publisher's original full cloth bindings, all in generally smart, bright condition with just minor wear commensurate with age. 8vo.

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1843 Dresses and Decorations of the Middle Ages by Henry Shaw F. S. A. in two volumes. Published William Pickering. Illustrat

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Lot 118

1843 Dresses and Decorations of the Middle Ages by Henry Shaw F. S. A. in two volumes. Published William Pickering. Illustrated with brightly coloured engraved plates depicting the costume, architecture, art and fashion of the Middle Ages, as well as colour vignettes through the text. First volume in publisher's original full cloth binding, blind stamped boards, gilt titles and embellishments to spine, which is a touch discoloured, extremities bumped, heraldic bookplate of Lewis Fry to ffep, binding tight, pages occ. spotted; second volume with boards more discoloured and bumped, spine having been rebacked at the head and tail with loss to the original gilt decoration, spotted internally but binding remaining tight. A first edition of this work of antiquarian interest, with lavish illustrations and illuminations in the text. 4to.

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Signed modern first editions. A collection of twenty-four signed books, majority hardback in dust wrapper. The lot to include

Auctioneum Ltd - East Bristol & Bath

Lot 114

Signed modern first editions. A collection of twenty-four signed books, majority hardback in dust wrapper. The lot to include Soul Eater by Michelle Paver, Naked Brunch by Sparkle Hayter, Sharpe's Prey by Bernard Cornwell, Death Comes to Pemberley by P. D. James, Little Green Man by Simon Armitage, The Damascened Blade by Barbara Cleverly, Shoe by Jonathan Guinness, Dickens by Peter Ackroyd, Beautiful Morning by Sarah Miles, London Kills me by Hanif Kureishi, and others. 24 titles in lot. 8vo.

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Strickland, Agnes. 1850-1859 Lives of the Queens of Scotland and English Princesses, connected with the Regal Succession of G

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Lot 43

Strickland, Agnes. 1850-1859 Lives of the Queens of Scotland and English Princesses, connected with the Regal Succession of Great Britain, by Agnes Strickland. Eight volumes, publ. William Blackwood and Sons. Illustrated with steel engraved plates throughout. Publisher's original red cloth, gilt titles and crest to front board, blind stamped foliate detail. Odd scuff to the boards, touch bumped to the head & tail of spines and extremities commensurate with age, ownership bookplates to front pastedown and ffep of each volume. A particularly smart first edition set of this work of Scottish Royal history by the author of Lives of the Queens of England. Small 8vo.

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Crime & thrillers. A collection of ten modern first editions, all in dust wrappers. The lot comprising 2992 The Way throu

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Lot 53

Crime & thrillers. A collection of ten modern first editions, all in dust wrappers. The lot comprising 2992 The Way through the Woods by Colin Dexter, 1984 The Fourth Protocol by Frederick Forsyth, 1998 A Long Finish, And Then You Die & Dead Lagoon by Michael Dibdin all signed by the author to the title page, 2015 The Girl in the Spider's Web by David Lagercrantz, 2008 The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo by Stieg Larsson (first US ed), 2008 The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo (8th imp of UK translation), 2009 The Girl Who Kicked the Hornet's Nest, and 2012 The Casual Vacancy by J. K. Rowling. All hardbacks in dws. 8vo.

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Rider Haggard, H. A collection of ten late Victorian & Edwardian first editions and later. The lot to comprise 1887 Dawn,

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Lot 117

Rider Haggard, H. A collection of ten late Victorian & Edwardian first editions and later. The lot to comprise 1887 Dawn, first single volume edition, 1890 The World's Desire by Rider Haggard & Andrew Lang, first ed, 1899 Swallow first edition, 1893 Montezuma's Daughter first ed, 1898 Dr. Therne first ed, 1907 Swallow A Tale of the Great Trek (new imp), 1908 A Winter Pilgrimage (new ed. re-issue), Mary of Marion Isle (dust wrapper front cover pasted to ffep), 1919 When The World Shook (first ed with orig. dw cover pasted to ffep) and 1914 The Wanderer's Necklace first edition (bookplate to front pastedown). All in publisher's original cloth bindings, The World's Desire with stain to front board and Swallow with some historic damp damage to upper corner of front board, Montezuma's Daughter with chipping to head and tail of the spine as with The World's Desire, occ. pencil ownership inscription to first leaves, otherwise a smart collection. Nine books in lot, small 8vo.

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Buchan, John. A collection of three first edition works by Buchan, including his first novel. The lot comprising 1895 Sir Qui

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Lot 107

Buchan, John. A collection of three first edition works by Buchan, including his first novel. The lot comprising 1895 Sir Quixote of the Moors publ. T. Fisher Unwin in publisher's variant yellow cloth binding, 1936 The Island of Sheep publ. Hodder and Stoughton and 1928 The Runagates Club publ. Hodder and Stoughton Limited. All in publisher's orig. full cloth binding, Sir Quixote bumped to the head of the spine, Runagates Club with occ. spot to spine, occ. ownership pencil inscriptions, otherwise smart. 8vo.

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A collection of twenty-one modern first edition books featuring 007 James Bond after the original spy novels by Ian Fleming.

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Lot 70

A collection of twenty-one modern first edition books featuring 007 James Bond after the original spy novels by Ian Fleming. The lot including titles by John Gardner, Raymond Benson, Jeffrey Deaver, Anthony Horowitz and Robert Markham, such as Solo, Brokenclaw, Trigger Mortis, Role of Honour, The Man from Barbarossa, Devil May Care, Death is Forever, Die Another Day, Never Send Flowers, The Man with the Red Tattoo and others. All (bar one paperback) hardbacks in dust wrappers, in smart condition with occasional light bumping to the head and tail of the spines, 'No Deal Mr. Bond' with a small open tear to the tail of the dw, one ex lib, otherwise in good condition. 8vo.

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A collection of modern first editions, comprising titles by Iain Bank, Ian McEwan, Alexander McCall-Smith and Alistair McLean

Auctioneum Ltd - East Bristol & Bath

Lot 121

A collection of modern first editions, comprising titles by Iain Bank, Ian McEwan, Alexander McCall-Smith and Alistair McLean. THe lot include Girl with a Pearl Earring by Tracy Chevalier, On Chesil Beach and Atonement by Ian McEwan, Solo by William Boyd, The Pale Horseman and Sharpe's Prey by Bernard Cornwell, Whit and Feersum Endjinn by Iain Banks, five titles by Alexander McCall-Smith, Shame and The Moor's Last Sigh by Salman Rushdie, Target Antarctica and Solomon's Seal by Hammond Innes, Puppet on a Chain, Caravan to Vaccares, Athabasca and Bear Island by Alistair MacLean, and others. All hardbacks with dust wrappers & generally in very smart condition. 8vo.

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Magic interest. 2005 House of Mystery - The Magic Science of David P. Abbott, two volumes. Compiled by Teller and Todd Karr;

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Lot 50

Magic interest. 2005 House of Mystery - The Magic Science of David P. Abbott, two volumes. Compiled by Teller and Todd Karr; first volume flat signed by Teller to ffep in marker. First edition, printed The Miracle Factory. Original full cloth bindings with unclipped dust wrapper, exceptional & near unread condition, bar front flap of volume II having a fold mark. A fascinating work, signed and compiled by Teller of Penn and Teller fame and including fifty essays by Teller on magic psychology, technique and the art. 4to.

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Innes, Hammond. A collection of ten modern first editions, all bar one in dust wrapper. The lot comprising 1980 Solomon's Sea

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Lot 116

Innes, Hammond. A collection of ten modern first editions, all bar one in dust wrapper. The lot comprising 1980 Solomon's Seal, 1946 Dead and Alive (dw with some loss), 1956 The Mary Deare (3rd imp), 1958 The Land God Gave to Cain, 1948 The Blue Ice (no dw), 1974 North Star, 1982 The Black Tide, 1952 Campbell's Kingdom, 1993 Target Antarctica (lacks ffep) and 1988 Medusa. The older dws with some bumping and chipping to the heads and tails of the spines, otherwise smart. 8vo.

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A collection of nine late 19th century Victorian and early 20th century Edwardian decorative pictorial cloth bound books, man

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Lot 8

A collection of nine late 19th century Victorian and early 20th century Edwardian decorative pictorial cloth bound books, many published by the Religious Tract Society. The lot comprising That Boy of Fraser's by Ernest Protheroe, His Little Daughter by Amy Le Feuvre, The Love Affairs of Pixie by Mrs. George de Horne Vaizey, Faithful but not Famous by Emma Leslie, The Travels and Surprising Adventures of Baron Munchausen illustrated by G. Cruikshank, Little Meg's Children by Hesba Stretton, Jessica's First Prayer by Hesba Stretton, A Born School Captain by W. J. Batchelder, and Molly and Her Brothers by Mabel Earle. All bound in decorative cloth, light bumping to the head and tails of the spines, occasional ownership or gift inscriptions, but generally smart & bright condition. 8vo.

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1891-1895 The Strand Magazine, an illustrated Monthly. Edited by George Newnes, publ. George Newnes Ltd. Six volumes, compris

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Lot 104

1891-1895 The Strand Magazine, an illustrated Monthly. Edited by George Newnes, publ. George Newnes Ltd. Six volumes, comprising I, II, VII, VIII, IX and X. All bound in contemporary half straight grain morocco with purple cloth boards. First two volumes uniformly bound as a pair (rubbed and with loss to spine), last four the same; all bumped and rubbed to extremities, some wear to the head of the spine, final four vols with marbled edges. Illustrated with black and white vignettes throughout. Containing the first short stories featuring Sherlock Holmes by Arthur Conan Doyle, an important publication. 8vo.

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Blue, black, green and cream coloration.Founder and chairman of the Pickwick Club, this gentleman is the elegant and genial h

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Lot 737

Blue, black, green and cream coloration.Founder and chairman of the Pickwick Club, this gentleman is the elegant and genial hero of Charles Dickens' " The Posthumous Papers of the Pickwick Club," first published in 1837. The Large version of this jug was sold by Lawleys By Post in a limited edition of 2,500 pieces. The Mr. Pickwick jugs were issued with metal spectacles, as was the Glenn Miller Jug.Series: Charles Dickens' Characters; RDICC. Royal Doulton backstamp. Artist: William K. HarperIssued: 1994Dimensions: 7"HEdition Number: 1255 Manufacturer: Royal DoultonCountry of Origin: EnglandCondition: Age related wear.

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Brown beret, khaki uniform.Bernard Law Montgomery (1887 - 1976), first Viscount Montgomery of Alamein, was referred to famili

Lion and Unicorn

Lot 736

Brown beret, khaki uniform.Bernard Law Montgomery (1887 - 1976), first Viscount Montgomery of Alamein, was referred to familiarly as Monty. The highlight of his long and distinguished military career include the first Allied victory of World War II in North Africa in 1942 and the acceptance of the German surrender at Luneburg Heath in 1945. In 1954 a minor colorway change occurred when the yellow highlighting on the cap badge was dropped.Â Royal Doulton backstamp. Artist: Harry FentonIssued: 1946 - 1991Dimensions: 5.75"HManufacturer: Royal DoultonCountry of Origin: EnglandCondition: Age related wear.

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Style Two, Sam Weller handle. Blue, black, green, and cream.Founder and chairman of the Pickwick Club, this gentleman is the

Lion and Unicorn

Lot 792

Style Two, Sam Weller handle. Blue, black, green, and cream.Founder and chairman of the Pickwick Club, this gentleman is the elegant and genial hero of Charles Dickens' " The Posthumous Papers of the Pickwick Club," first published in 1837. The Mr. Pickwick jugs were issued with metal spectacles, as was the Glenn Miller Jug. Series: Charles Dickens' Characters; RDICC. Royal Doulton and RDICC backstamp. Artist: William K. HarperIssued: 1996Dimensions: 4"HManufacturer: Royal DoultonCountry of Origin: EnglandCondition: Age related wear.

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Style Two. Green, cream and red coloration.As commander-in-chief of the American States, George Washington (1732 - 1799) led

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Lot 722

Style Two. Green, cream and red coloration.As commander-in-chief of the American States, George Washington (1732 - 1799) led them to victory in the War of Independence. In 1789 he became the first President of the United States, governing for two terms until 1797. This jug was issued to celebrate the 250th anniversary of Washington's birth. Issued 1995 in limited edition of 2,500. Series: Presidents of the United States. Royal Doulton backstamp. Artist: Stanley J. TaylorIssued: 1995Dimensions: 7"HEdition Number: 667 Manufacturer: Royal DoultonCountry of Origin: EnglandCondition: Age related wear.

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Black, brown and white coloration.This jug was issued as the Character Jug of the Year for 1996, to commemorate both the Summ

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Lot 728

Black, brown and white coloration.This jug was issued as the Character Jug of the Year for 1996, to commemorate both the Summer Olympic Games in Atlanta, Georgia, and the first African-American to win a gold medal in the Olympic Games. Owens won four gold medals in Berlin during the 1936 Summer Games.Series: Character Jug of the Year. Royal Doulton backstamp. Artist: Stanley J. TaylorIssued: 1996 - 1996Dimensions: 7"HManufacturer: Royal DoultonCountry of Origin: EnglandCondition: Age related wear.

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Style One. Blue and gold coloration.Arthur Wellesley (1769 - 1852), the first Duke of Wellington, was a British general and s

Lion and Unicorn

Lot 714

Style One. Blue and gold coloration.Arthur Wellesley (1769 - 1852), the first Duke of Wellington, was a British general and statesman. He led the British forces in the defeat of Napoleon at Waterloo in 1815 and also served as Prime Minister from 1828 - 1830. This jug was commissioned by UK International Ceramics Ltd., in a special edition of 5,000.Series: The Great Generals Collection. Royal Doulton backstamp. Artist: William K. HarperIssued: 1989Dimensions: 7.25"HManufacturer: Royal DoultonCountry of Origin: EnglandCondition: Age related wear.

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Brown suit, white shirt, grey tie.December 17th, 2003 was the centenary of the first powered air flight by the Wright brother

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Lot 757

Brown suit, white shirt, grey tie.December 17th, 2003 was the centenary of the first powered air flight by the Wright brothers in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina. Issued 2003 in a limited edition of 1,000 each. Royal Doulton backstamp. Artist: David B. BiggsIssued: 2003Dimensions: 7"HEdition Number: 364 Manufacturer: Royal DoultonCountry of Origin: EnglandCondition: Age related wear.

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White shirt and sweater; black cap.Sir Leonard Hutton played for the Yorkshire County Cricket Club. The ribbon bearing the nu

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Lot 787

White shirt and sweater; black cap.Sir Leonard Hutton played for the Yorkshire County Cricket Club. The ribbon bearing the number 364, which is intertwined around the handle of the jug, represents his famous record innings against Australia at the Oval cricket grounds in 1938, a record which still stands in England today. The just commissioned by Lawleys By Post and was issued in a limited edition of 9,500. The first jug was presented to Her Royal Highness, the Duchess of Kent, who is patron of the Len Hutton 364 Appeal. Series: Cricketers. Royal Doulton backstamp. Artist: Stanley J. TaylorIssued: 1993Dimensions: 4"HEdition Number: 617 Manufacturer: Royal DoultonCountry of Origin: EnglandCondition: Age related wear.

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Stoneware pitchers with The Coachman with stagecoach design above and David Gorrick in blue background designed with his firs

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Lot 893

Stoneware pitchers with The Coachman with stagecoach design above and David Gorrick in blue background designed with his first performance at St. John's Gate. Royal Doulton backstamp. Issued: 20th centuryDimensions: 6.5"L x 5"W x 8"HManufacturer: Royal DoultonCountry of Origin: EnglandCondition: Age related wear. Chip on base of pitcher.

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Variation One. Dark blue fisherman's jersey; mermaid has a green tail.When the miniature Old Salt jug was launched in 1984, i

Lion and Unicorn

Lot 794

Variation One. Dark blue fisherman's jersey; mermaid has a green tail.When the miniature Old Salt jug was launched in 1984, it had a hollow crook in the mermaid's arm. Later that year, because of production problems, the arm was molded to the body. The first version of the miniature has attained near pilot status and commands a large premium over the general issue. Royal Doulton backstamp. Artist: Garry SharpeIssued: 1961 - 2001Dimensions: 4"HManufacturer: Royal DoultonCountry of Origin: EnglandCondition: Age related wear.

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Black hat and jacket; white shirt.Sir Jack Hobbs was England's first-ever cricketer to be knighted. Issued 1999 in limited ed

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Lot 799

Black hat and jacket; white shirt.Sir Jack Hobbs was England's first-ever cricketer to be knighted. Issued 1999 in limited edition of 5,000. Series: Cricketers. Royal Doulton backstamp. Artist: Stanley J. TaylorIssued: 1999Dimensions: 4"HEdition Number: 513 Manufacturer: Royal DoultonCountry of Origin: EnglandCondition: Age related wear.

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Black, white, yellow and brown coloration.Napoleon (1769 - 1821) stood only 5 feet 2 inches tall, but he was a military geniu

Lion and Unicorn

Lot 739

Black, white, yellow and brown coloration.Napoleon (1769 - 1821) stood only 5 feet 2 inches tall, but he was a military genius who amassed an empire that covered most of western and central Europe. Josephine (1763 - 1814) married him in 1796, after her first husband, the Vicomte de Beauharnais, was killed during the French Revolution. This jug was issued in 1986 in a limited edition of 9,500 pieces.Series: Star-Crossed Lovers (Two-faced jug.) Royal Doulton backstamp. Artist: Michael AbberleyIssued: 1986Dimensions: 7"HEdition Number: 1348 Manufacturer: Royal DoultonCountry of Origin: EnglandCondition: Age related wear.

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Red crown, black hat.In 1789, George Washington (1732 - 1799), became the first president of the United States, governing for

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Lot 719

Red crown, black hat.In 1789, George Washington (1732 - 1799), became the first president of the United States, governing for two terms until 1797. King George III (1738 - 1820) ruled Great Britain from 1760 until his death. He led his country in the war against the American States, which he lost in 1776. This jug was issued in 1986 in a limited edition of 9,500.Series: The Antagonists' Collection (Two-faced jug.); Royalty. Royal Doulton backstamp. Artist: Michael AbberleyIssued: 1986Dimensions: 7.25"HEdition Number: 319 Manufacturer: Royal DoultonCountry of Origin: EnglandCondition: Age related wear.

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Style One. Black hat and coat, beige shirt.As commander-in-chief of the American States, George Washington (1732 - 1799) led

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Lot 721

Style One. Black hat and coat, beige shirt.As commander-in-chief of the American States, George Washington (1732 - 1799) led them to victory in the War of Independence. In 1789 he became the first President of the United States, governing for two terms until 1797. This jug was issued to celebrate the 250th anniversary of Washington's birth.Royal Doulton backstamp. Artist: Stanley J. TaylorIssued: 1982 - 1994Dimensions: 7.5"HManufacturer: Royal DoultonCountry of Origin: EnglandCondition: Age related wear.

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Edward Weston (American, 1886-1958) and Cole Weston (American, 1919-2003). Gelatin silver print photograph titled "Untitled (

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Lot 303

Edward Weston (American, 1886-1958) and Cole Weston (American, 1919-2003). Gelatin silver print photograph titled "Untitled (Bride & Groom Figurines)" depicting two figurines next to a pottery pig against a painted background. Likely taken during Edward Weston's time in Mexico in the mid-1920s.Provenance: from the Estate of Christopher Cardozo.Lot Essay:While initially working with soft-focus pictorialism, which was popular at the turn of the century, Edward Weston quickly abandoned this in favor of his own, unique style of photography. He experimented with many subjects of the years including landscapes, still lives, nudes, portraits, and genre scenes. However, it was his photographs of Point Lobos, California, that became his most popular subject.In 1937, he became the first photographer to receive a Guggenheim Fellowship. This allowed him to produce nearly 1,400 negatives over the following two-year period, most of which focused on Point Lobos. He spent much of his life traveling the United States, working on various projects and with a multitude of collaborators and muses.Upon Edward's death in 1958, his collection of negatives was left to Cole, his fourth and youngest son. Cole, along with his brother Brett, kept his father's career flourishing posthumously by printing and publishing photographs from this bequeathment.Sheet; height: 7 1/2 in x width: 9 1/2 in. Matted; height: 14 3/4 in x width: 15 1/2 in.Condition:The emulsion appears smooth and without breaks. The photograph is mounted board and the verso is unable to be inspected. No tears, creases, or restorations. Light wear to the paper board backing.

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Edward Curtis, "The North American Indian: Being a Series of Volumes Picturing and Describing the Indians of the United State

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Lot 308

Edward Curtis, "The North American Indian: Being a Series of Volumes Picturing and Describing the Indians of the United States and Alaska." Signed by Theodore Roosevelt. This is a sample collection of the first volume, meant to allow interested buyers in reading a selection of text from the book.Provenance: From the Estate of Christopher Cardozo.Height: 12 1/2 in x width: 9 1/2 in.Condition:There are some small losses to the edges, minute tears, creases, and light soiling consistent with age. The book lacks a front or back cover. The work is bound with tape and string along the edge.

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Engraving with text depicting a bustling Native American market. From Theodor de Bry (Netherlandish, 1528-1598), Thomas Hario

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Lot 306

Engraving with text depicting a bustling Native American market. From Theodor de Bry (Netherlandish, 1528-1598), Thomas Hariot (British, ca. 1560-1621), and John White's (British, act. 1577-93) "Admiranda, narratio fida tamen de commodis et incolarum ritibus virginiae." This was the first volume of "Grands Voyages," first published in 1590. The text in German. Included is a facsimile copy with an English translation of the text.Sheet; height: 13 in x width: 9 in. Matted; height: 15 1/2 in x width: 13 in.Condition:The sheet is toned. There are a few creases throughout. Some unevenness to the edges, especially the right edge, which has been trimmed. Spots of foxing or discoloration throughout. The work is hinged in two spots along the verso to a matboard backing. Housed between two mats. The work is not framed.

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Cartier. A rare and early lady's 18K gold manual wind tonneau form wristwatchModel: TortueReference: 3457Date: London Import

Bonhams

Lot 57

Cartier. A rare and early lady's 18K gold manual wind tonneau form wristwatchModel: TortueReference: 3457Date: London Import Mark for 1923Movement: 19-jewel manual wind, adjusted to 8 positionsDial: White, black Roman numerals, black outer minute track with 5 minute markers, blued steel Breguet style handsCase: Brushed and polished tonneau form, back secured by 4 screws in the band, monogram to back, cabochon set crown, No.13487Strap/Bracelet: Black fabricBuckle/Clasp: Folding claspSigned: Dial signed Cartier, movement signed European Watch & Clock Company, case stamped JC for Jacques CartierSize: 18mm x 25mm Accompaniments: Cartier boxFootnotes:The Cartier Tortue has remained in the brand's repertoire for over a century after Louis Cartier first designed the piece in 1912. French for turtle, the Tortue has a gently curved case and traditionally was a time-only piece. The current lot is an excellent example of an early Tortue and with a hallmark for 1923 it has successfully made it to 100 years old! Appropriate for its age it is stamped E.W.C for European Watch Company and JC for Jacques Cartier. Despite being a centenarian it is still a very wearable and contemporary-looking piece. A beautifully preserved example of an early wristwatch and as elegant today as when it was first created.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

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Rolex. A stainless steel and gold automatic calendar bracelet watchModel: Yacht-MasterReference: 16623Date: Purchased August

Bonhams

Lot 144

Rolex. A stainless steel and gold automatic calendar bracelet watchModel: Yacht-MasterReference: 16623Date: Purchased August 2009Movement: 31-jewel Cal.3135 automatic, adjusted to 5 positions & temperature, No.32573306Dial: White, black filled dot hour markers with luminous tips, black outer minute divisions, magnified date aperture at 3, gilt Mercedes hands with luminous inserts, centre secondsCase: Brushed and polished tonneau form, screw down back, bi-directional gold calibrated rotating bezel, No.V164123Strap/Bracelet: Stainless steel and gold 78763 Oyster linkBuckle/Clasp: Signed folding clasp, stamped PJ10Signed: Case, dial & movementSize: 41mm Accompaniments: Rolex box, outer card, international guarantee, spare link, spare blue Jean Rousseau alligator leather strap, brochures, swing tagsFootnotes:The name Yacht-Master was first trademarked by Rolex in the 60s but was not put into production until 1992 when the refence 16628 was introduced. In 2005, the reference 16623 was released and quickly become one of the most popular versions of the range. The two-tone stainless steel and gold was a perfect fit for the Yacht-Master, luxurious, yet also strong and tough.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: YY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the UK, see clause 13.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

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Rolex. A stainless steel automatic calendar bracelet watchModel: SubmarinerReference: 1680Date: Circa 1979Movement: 26-jewel

Bonhams

Lot 76

Rolex. A stainless steel automatic calendar bracelet watchModel: SubmarinerReference: 1680Date: Circa 1979Movement: 26-jewel Cal.1570 automatic, adjusted to 5 positions, No.D923703Dial: Black luminous dot hour markers, baton quarters, white outer minute divisions, magnified date aperture at 3, polished Mercedes hands with luminous inserts, centre secondsCase: Brushed and polished tonneau form, screw down back, shouldered screw down crown, uni-directional bezel with calibrated insert, No.5862948Strap/Bracelet: Brushed 93150 Oyster linkBuckle/Clasp: Signed folding clasp, stamped S Z10Signed: Case, dial & movementSize: 40mmFootnotes:One of the most iconic models produced by Rolex, the Submariner has enjoyed immense popularity since it's debut in the 1950's. In 1969 Rolex introduced to the market the reference 1680, the first Submariner model with a date feature. The watch was produced in both stainless steel with a matte black dial and black bezel and in 18k gold with a blue dial and bezel.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

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Rolex. A stainless steel automatic chronograph bracelet watchModel: Cosmograph DaytonaReference: 116520Date: Purchased 18th M

Bonhams

Lot 148

Rolex. A stainless steel automatic chronograph bracelet watchModel: Cosmograph DaytonaReference: 116520Date: Purchased 18th May 2002Movement: 44-jewel Cal.4130 automaticDial: Black, polished luminous fillet bullet hour markers, white outer 1/5th second divisions, engine turned subsidiary dials at 3, 6 and 9 for seconds, 30 minute and 12 hour recording, polished pointed baton hands with black and luminous inserts, centre chronograph hand Case: Brushed and polished tonneau form, screw down back, screw down shouldered crown flanked by twin screw down pushers, tachymetre to bezel, No.P813940Strap/Bracelet: Brushed and polished 78490 Oyster linkBuckle/Clasp: Signed folding clasp, stamped DT2Signed: Case, dial & movementSize: 39mm Accompaniments: Rolex box, outer card, punched guarantee, brochures, swing tagsFootnotes:The Rolex Daytona stands among the most desirable of the prestigious makers' lineup. From the first officially named Daytona, Ref:6239, the watch has been updated periodically to keep up with the times while maintaining its essence. In 2000, Rolex updated the watch again with the 116520, replacing its predecessor the 16520 which used the Zenith El Primero movement. The new Calibre 4130 used fewer parts, improving its efficiency, precision, and performance. In addition to the updated movement, the case had been redesigned with glossy lugs and was fit with a bracelet with solid links.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

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Large Collection of Royalty Porcelain Items, Mostly Boxed. Good Assortment, Low Estimate. Includes Plates, Cups, Trinket Boxe

Gerrards Auction Rooms

Lot 725

Large Collection of Royalty Porcelain Items, Mostly Boxed. Good Assortment, Low Estimate. Includes Plates, Cups, Trinket Boxes, Bells etc + Royal Doulton Teddy Bear Plates, Limited Editions. Good Assortment. + Some first Day Covers.

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First Edition 1935 of The African Queen by C S Forester, published by William Heinemann Ltd. of London & Toronto. Good condi

Gerrards Auction Rooms

Lot 1368

First Edition 1935 of The African Queen by C S Forester, published by William Heinemann Ltd. of London & Toronto. Good condition, pages clean, spine worn.

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AUTOGRAPH. A signed black and white photograph of Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy, 25.5cm x 20.5cm, showing the actors on set, p

Toovey's

Lot 3327

AUTOGRAPH. A signed black and white photograph of Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy, 25.5cm x 20.5cm, showing the actors on set, possibly ‘Their First Mistake’, signed by both.

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Stamps and postal history in six albums with Great Britain 1840 1d black (3 margins and creased) pre stamp, 1841 1d red brown

Toovey's

Lot 3085

Stamps and postal history in six albums with Great Britain 1840 1d black (3 margins and creased) pre stamp, 1841 1d red brown covers, postal stationery, first day covers, New Zealand including British Antarctic Expedition 1907 letter and envelope (damaged).

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AUTOGRAPHS. A 1966 World Cup Commemorative First Day Cover signed by members of the England football team, comprising Alf Ram

Toovey's

Lot 3345

AUTOGRAPHS. A 1966 World Cup Commemorative First Day Cover signed by members of the England football team, comprising Alf Ramsey, Gordon Banks, George Cohen, Jack Charlton, Bobby Moore, Ray Wilson, Nobby Stiles, Alan Ball, Bobby Charlton, Martin Peters, Roger Hunt and Geoff Hurst.

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A collection of 18 postcards relating to America including chromolithographed postcards relating to the civil war and the fir

Toovey's

Lot 3120

A collection of 18 postcards relating to America including chromolithographed postcards relating to the civil war and the first president, George Washington.

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Great Britain decimal mint issues on cards, presentation packs 1998-2009 plus some earlier, including 1965 R. Burns Churchill

Toovey's

Lot 3035

Great Britain decimal mint issues on cards, presentation packs 1998-2009 plus some earlier, including 1965 R. Burns Churchill first day covers from 1936 to modern.

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Two albums royal events with 1953 Coronation and 1977 Jubilee mint Edward VIII commemorative covers and first day covers, Geo

Toovey's

Lot 3088

Two albums royal events with 1953 Coronation and 1977 Jubilee mint Edward VIII commemorative covers and first day covers, George VI ½d green Nazi propaganda forgery used, plus 1936 2 shillings booklet.

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World stamps in seven albums, including Lincoln with Great Britain 1840 1d black (two, just four margins) used, British Commo

Toovey's

Lot 3057

World stamps in seven albums, including Lincoln with Great Britain 1840 1d black (two, just four margins) used, British Commonwealth, China, first day covers plus some postcards and cigarette cards.

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Great Britain postal history from pre stamp covers (8), 1841 1d red browns, 1d reds, postmarks, postal stationery, registered

Toovey's

Lot 3037

Great Britain postal history from pre stamp covers (8), 1841 1d red browns, 1d reds, postmarks, postal stationery, registered mail, 1911 (Jun. 22nd), ½d and 1d on first day covers (rust spots), postage dues (100s).

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Great Britain and British Commonwealth in four stock books plus album with 1840 1d black used, Aden, Burma, India, plus posta

Toovey's

Lot 3056

Great Britain and British Commonwealth in four stock books plus album with 1840 1d black used, Aden, Burma, India, plus postal history and first day covers.

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Great Britain stamp collection in ten albums and stock books, from 1840 1d black used red Maltese Cross, 1948 Silver Wedding

Toovey's

Lot 3013

Great Britain stamp collection in ten albums and stock books, from 1840 1d black used red Maltese Cross, 1948 Silver Wedding £1 unmounted mint, later commemoratives, some in mint blocks, presentation packs, first day covers 1970-1980s, plus album world stamps.

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A group of nine First World War embroidered silk greetings postcards including five with Regimental badges.

Toovey's

Lot 3117

A group of nine First World War embroidered silk greetings postcards including five with Regimental badges.

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World stamps in albums with Great Britain first day covers 1960-90s with House of Commons postmarks (early covers hand addres

Toovey's

Lot 3024

World stamps in albums with Great Britain first day covers 1960-90s with House of Commons postmarks (early covers hand addressed), presentation packs, Channel Islands and Great Britain commemoratives (2 boxes).

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Poland large used stamp collection in seven boxed Davo albums from 1918-2007, plus thirteen albums, stock books, first day co

Toovey's

Lot 3043

Poland large used stamp collection in seven boxed Davo albums from 1918-2007, plus thirteen albums, stock books, first day covers, better miniature sheets, locals, postage dues, 1919 overprints on Austria (2 boxes).

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Great Britain stamps in two albums with George VI inverted and sideways watermarks mint, 1951 high values, later commemorativ

Toovey's

Lot 3053

Great Britain stamps in two albums with George VI inverted and sideways watermarks mint, 1951 high values, later commemoratives plus New Zealand with 1931 Smiling Boys unmounted mint and later sets 1953 to 10 shillings, plus loose first day covers.

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British Commonwealth postal history with Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, postal stationery cards unused with 1900 Bo

Toovey's

Lot 3036

British Commonwealth postal history with Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, postal stationery cards unused with 1900 Boer War prisoner of war covers, First World War, Second World War censors and field post offices.

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World stamps in old 'Empire' album, Strand album, loose on leaves, packets and first day covers.

Toovey's

Lot 3018

World stamps in old 'Empire' album, Strand album, loose on leaves, packets and first day covers.

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CRICKET. An official silk scorecard for the first test match on English soil, England v Australia, September 6th 1880 at the

Toovey's

Lot 3360

CRICKET. An official silk scorecard for the first test match on English soil, England v Australia, September 6th 1880 at the Surrey County Cricket Club Kennington Oval, 15cm x 12cm, within a painted frame.

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