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Click here to subscribeAN AMETHYST AND SEED PEARL FRINGE NECKLACE, graduated briolette-cut amethysts to a seed pearl chain. Marked '9CT', 40cm long CONDITION REPORTOne amethyst chipped, others with eye-visible and/or surface reaching fractures, some wear to seed pearls. Largest amethyst measures 14.62mm x 7.31mm approximately. Late 19th-first quarter of the 20th century.
Two Elizabeth II Silver-Mounted Horseshoes, the Mounts Birmingham, 1956 and London, 1964, the first engraved 'Yes Tor Fontwell Park 6 Feb 1956', the second engraved 'Ovaltine Manchester Handicap Osier Doncaster 24-10-64', 14.8cm diameter and smaller; Together With: two silver plate mounted horseshoes, one engraved 'Farley Star Hyde Part Stakes Epsom April 22nd 1959', the other engraved 'Yes Tor 6th Fontwell Park Warwick 10th March 1956' (4)Condition report: The Two Silver Examples: each fully marked near rim. The marks are generally clear. There is some overall surface scratching and wear, consistent with age and use. The wear is noticeable as a softening to the engraving. The horseshoe on each is worn.The two silver plate examples: each is unmarked. There is surface scratching and wear, consistent with age and use. The wear is noticeable as a loss to the gilding and a softening to the engraving. The horseshoe on each is worn.
Hobson (R. L.). The Wares of the Ming Dynasty, London: Benn Brothers, Limited, 1923. 4to, original brown pigskin, top edge gilt, others untrimmed, all plates as called for, wear to head of spine, rear inner hinge cracked, tips rubbed (qty: 1)Footnote: First edition, number 249 of 256 copies on English hand-made paper, bound in pigskin, signed by the author, and with an extra colour plate; there were also 27 copies on Japanese vellum, a first trade impression of 1500 copies, and a second of 500 copies.
Beardsley (Aubrey, illustrator). The Birth, Life and Acts of King Arthur, of his Noble Knights of the Round Table, their Marvellous Enquests and Adventures, the Achieving of the San Greal and in the End Le Morte Darthur with the Dolourous Death and Departing out of this World of them all. The Text as written by Sir Thomas Malory and imprinted by William Caxton at Westminster the Year MCCCCLXXXV and now spelled in modern style. With an Introduction by Professor Rhys, London: Dent, 1893-4. 3 volumes, 4to, bound in 1895 by R. Riviere and Son in blue crushed morocco, elaborate Art Nouveau floral decoration gilt to spines and front covers, publisher’s device gilt to rear covers, top edges gilt, others untrimmed, xc 290, [4] 291-664, [5] 665-990 [2] pp., photogravure frontispieces to volumes 1 and 3, 18 line-block plates (including frontispiece to volume 2; 4 double-page), line-block text-illustrations, decorative borders, chapter-headings and tailpieces throughout, colophon leaf, original wrappers bound in at rear, offsetting from plates, volume 3 partly unopened (qty: 3) Footnote: First Beardsley edition, superior issue printed on Dutch handmade paper, number 30 of 300 copies thus.Condition report: Morocco on spines very slightly faded; a few trivial scuffs to volume 1 front board; volume 3 front board lower fore corner very slightly bumped. Bindings signed.
Jacobs (Joseph). English Fairy Tales. Illustrated by John D. Batten, London: David Nutt, 1890. Large 8vo, bound in 1898 by Riviere & Son in light brown crushed morocco, spine and covers gilt overall with olive-branch devices, top edge gilt, others untrimmed, additional pictorial title-page, half-title, 8 wood-engraved plates (including a duplicate of the frontispiece), advertisement leaf, pictorial colophon leaf, wood-engraved headpieces and vignettes throughout, paper covering from original boards and spine bound in at rear, very small abrasion to foot of rear joint (qty: 1)Footnote: First edition, deluxe issue, number 33 of 80 copies printed on Japanese vellum and signed by the author, illustrator and publisher on the limitation page, this copy with a laid-in autograph letter signed from the illustrator.Condition report: Very good condition. No cracks to the hinges or notable wear to the join. Some light fading. One small tear to the back near bottom of the spine.
A Chinese Porcelain Tea Bowl and Saucer, Yongzheng/Qianlong, of quatrefoil form, painted in famille rose enamels with scattered flower sprigs within a scrolling leaf border; and A Similar Miniature Tea Bowl and Saucer, painted in famille rose enamels with an angel amongst scattered flower sprigs (4)Condition report: First tea bowl and saucer with firing cracks and some typical minor wear. Second tea bowl and saucer with chips and hairline cracks to tea bowl and some wear to enamels.
Jacobs (Joseph). More English Fairy Tales. Illustrated by John D. Batten, London: David Nutt, 1894. Large 8vo, bound in 1894 by Riviere & Son in light brown crushed morocco, spine and covers gilt overall with olive-branch devices, top edge gilt, others untrimmed, additional pictorial title-page (printed in blue), half-title, 16 wood-engraved plates (including a duplicate of each plate), pictorial colophon leaf (printed in blue), wood-engraved vignettes throughout, paper spine and front panel from the original boards and dust jacket bound in at rear, bump to head of rear board (qty: 1)Footnote: First edition, deluxe issue, number 22 of 160 copies printed on Japanese vellum and signed by the author, illustrator and publisher on the limitation page.
Jacobs (Joseph). Indian Fairy Tales. Illustrated by John D. Batten, London: David Nutt, 1892. Large 8vo, bound in 1898 by Riviere & Son in light brown crushed morocco, spine and covers gilt overall with olive-branch devices, top edge gilt, others untrimmed, additional pictorial title-page (printed in pink), half-title, 18 wood-engraved plates (including a duplicate of each plate), pictorial colophon leaf (printed in pink), wood-engraved headpieces, vignettes and initials throughout, paper spine and front panel apparently from the original boards bound in at rear (qty: 1)Footnote: First edition, deluxe issue, number 22 of 160 copies printed on Japanese vellum and signed by the author and illustrator on the limitation page.Condition report: Binding only, good condition. No cracks to the hinges or joints. No notable fading. Wear noted at the corners of the boards.
A South-Staffordshire Enamel Scent Bottle and Stopper, circa 1760, of flattened pear shape with dolphin finial, painted with park landscapes in panels on a pink, yellow, green and gilt ground, 9.5cm highProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Etui, circa 1770, of moulded flattened baluster form, painted with baskets of fruit and birds in panels on a yellow ground with white diaper, containing a bodkin, tweezers and scissors, 11cm longProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: There is a small chipped loss to the cover to the top of one panel. There is a larger chip of loss to the underside. There is other typical wear and scratches throughout. There are four tools lacking to the inside. The hinge is in good order, the clasp is engaging but very loosely.
A South Staffordshire Gilt Metal Mounted and Enamel Scent Bottle, circa 1760, of flattened pear shape, painted with river landscapes in panels on a pink, yellow and green ground, the stopper with dolphin finial, 9.5cm highProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Some typical surface cracking, scratches and minor losses.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Patch Box, circa 1800, of oval form, painted with Jenny’s Return within a white enamel beaded border on a blue ground, 14.5cm longProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Some repair to base. Other losses. Some hairline cracks.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Snuff-Box, circa 1770, painted with a river landscape and with raised panels of animals in landscape, 6.5cm wideProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Typical minor losses, hairline cracks and flakes.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Snuff Box, circa 1770, of oval form, the central lozenge panel painted with a flowerhead and set with cut steel beads on an orange lattice ground painted with flowers, 5.5cm wideProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Soem steel beads missing. Typical minor flakes and hairlines.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Mounted Tortoiseshell Snuff Box, circa 1770, of oval form, the hinged cover painted with an Italianate harbour scene, 8.5cm wideProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Cover extensively scratched and cracked.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Snuff Box, circa 1770, of rectangular form, gilt with stars on a blue ground with white dotted lattice, 6.5cm wideProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Some damage and losses to edges. Some wear.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Snuff Box, circa 1770, of rectangular form, painted with panels of flowers and foliate and ribbon bands on a green ground highlighted in gilt, 7.5cm wideProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Some restoration.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Patch Box, circa 1765, of circular form, painted with a lake before a country house and with flowersprays in panels on a blue ground with white scrolls and dots, 5cm diameterProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Mirror has lost all its glass. Some typical minor losses and hairlines.
Dobson (Austin). Eighteenth Century Vignettes. [First and] Second Series, London: Chatto & Windus, 1892-4. 2 volumes, 4to, bound in 1895 by R. Riviere and Son in red crushed morocco, Art Nouveau leaf sprays gilt to spines, covers and turn-ins, 23 plates (many photogravures on india paper, mounted), half-title to volume 2, original vellum spines bound in at rear, a few small white marks to lower fore corner of volume 1 front cover (qty: 2)Footnote: First editions, deluxe issues, respectively numbers 19 and 15 of 250 and 200 ‘specially illustrated large-paper' copies, the first series additionally signed by Dobson on the limitation leaf.Condition report: Binding only. Good condition. Some white surface marks to both, see images. One slightly faded in comparison. No cracks to the hinges or joints. No notable fading. Wear noted at the corners of the boards.
A South Staffordshire Enamel and Gilt Metal Casket, circa 1760, painted with landscapes in moulded panels on a pink ground highlighted in gilt, the interior fitted for two canisters, 14.5cm wideProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Some damage and restoration throughout. Contents missing.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Snuff Box, 19th century, of circular form, painted with flowers on a foliate and ribbon ground, 15cm diameter; and An Enamel Snuff Box, 19th century, decorated with landscape on a yellow ground with flowers, 4.5cm diameter (2)Provenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: First with some damage. Both with typical minor wear and hairlines.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Scent Bottle Case, circa 1780, of oval section rectangular form, painted in green and gilt with wavy lines, containing a glass bottle, 5.5cm longProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Wear to gilding. Some typical flakes to edges. Stopper of bottle missing.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Scent Bottle Case, circa 1780, of oval section rectangular form, painted with flowersprays on a blue ground, 5.5cm highProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Contents missing. Some typical flaking and hairline cracks, also some retouching to edges.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Etui, circa 1760, of flattened baluster form, painted with figures in classical landscapes on a pale blue ground with white diaper, containing two gilt metal bodkins, a needle case, a penknife, steel scissors and an ivory aide-memoire, 11cm longProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Case with some typical minor damage and losses. Scissors incomplete. Needle case incomplete. Some typical wear throughout. One implement missing from contents.
Thomson (Hugh, illustrator). The Ballad of Beau Brocade and Other Poems of the XVIII Century, by Austin Dobson, London: Kegan Paul, Trench, Trübner & Co. Ltd., 1892. 4to, bound in 1893 by Riviere & Son in tan crushed morocco, spine gilt in compartments, covers gilt with elaborate outer frames enclosing central Pegasus vignettes, gilt inner dentelles incorporating a Vitruvian scroll, top edge gilt, others untrimmed, woodcut additional title-page, half-title, 26 etched plates on japon, etched vignettes, headpieces and initials throughout (all on india paper, mounted), original cloth covers and spine bound in at rear (qty: 1)Footnote: First edition, large-paper issue, number 10 of 450 copies signed by Dobson on the limitation page, this copy additionally signed by the artist on the title-page.Condition report: Binding only. Good condition. No cracks to the hinges or joints. No notable fading. Wear noted at the corners of the boards.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Cased Tape Measure, circa 1775, in the form of a drum with green and pink stripes, containing a tape measure, 1.5cm highProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Functions correctly. The tape itself with heavy wear and some tears. Panel with the crank has some wear and chipping to the opening. Side with a very short and feint hair crack.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Locket, circa 1770, in the form of a fob watch with moveable metal hands, painted in raised white enamels with a vase of fruit and flowers within dotted borders on a blue ground, 4cm wide, on a metal chatelaine with fobProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Some small losses to enamels. Typical wear and hairlines.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Box, circa 1770, in the form of a pocket watch case, printed in black with a lady on horseback clearing a fence, the reverse with turquoise ground, 4cm diameter; and A Similar Fob, in the form of a pocket watch, the reverse painted with a bird in flight, 2.5cm diameter, both on gilt metal suspension chain with small fob seal (2)Provenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: The box opens on a hinge. There is a small section of loss from the rim near the suspension loop with associated hair crack. Front panel with a section of rim loss. Some other scratches and hair cracks. The fob does not open and with hair cracks to the bird decorated panel.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Etui, circa 1770, painted with fruit in landscape on a pink ground highlighted in blue, 10cm longProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Some restoration. Contents missing.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Scent Bottle Case, circa 1770, of domed rectangular form, decorated with diagonal bands of blue and gilt bosses and green leaves, with glass scent bottle, 5.5cm longProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Stopper missing from bottle. Some cracks, chips and losses.
A South Staffordshire Enamel String Box and Cover, circa 1770, of drum form, painted with flower sprigs in panels on a blue ground with white diaper, 5.5cm highProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Damage to spout of cover. Typical minor flakes, hairlines and wear.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Pill Box, circa 1780, of circular form, printed with My love is pure And will endure within scrolls, box with turquoise ground, 3cm diameterProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Chip to foot. Typical minor flakes and hairllines.
Thomson (Hugh, illustrator). The Vicar of Wakefield by Oliver Goldsmith. With a Preface by Austin Dobson, London: Macmillan & Co, 1890. Large 8vo, bound in 1892 by Riviere & Son in tan crushed morocco, spine gilt in compartments, covers gilt with elaborate outer frames enclosing central arabesques, gilt inner dentelles incorporating a Vitruvian scroll, top edge gilt, others untrimmed, half-title, frontispiece, illustrations throughout, original cloth covers and dust jacket bound in at rear (qty: 1)Footnote: First edition thus, large-paper issue, this copy signed by the artist on the title-page.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Scent Bottle Case, circa 1780, of domed rectangular form, inscribed Esteem the Giver/Sweets to the Sweet in panels on a pink ground with rosettes, 5.5cm longProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Bottle missing. Some restoration, wear and scratching.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Counter Tray, circa 1770, of oval form, painted with playing cards within a pierced border painted with flowersprays, 10.5cm wideProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Some damage and losses.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Scent Bottle Case, circa 1780, of domed rectangular form, painted in purple monochrome with classical maidens and ornament in lemon yellow panels inscribed MON AMITIE, TOUT LE DEUX, GAGE DE, JE VOUX SOUHAITE on a pink ground gilt with stars and torches, containing a glass bottle, 6cmProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Some typical chipping and cracking to base. Some minor surface wear. Stopper missing.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Scent Bottle Case, circa 1780, of domed rectangular form, painted in purple monochrome with classical maidens and ornament in lemon yellow panels inscribed MON AMITIE, TOUT LE DEUX, GAGE DE, JE VOUX SOUHAITE on a pink ground gilt with stars and torches, containing a glass bottle, 6cmProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Some chips and cracks.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Scent Bottle Case, circa 1770, of domed rectangular form, painted with a lady and gentleman in pastoral landscapes and with flower sprigs in panels on a yellow ground with black stars, 6.5cm; and Another Similar, painted in white with paterae on a purple ground, 6.5cm (2)Provenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Both missing glass bottles and with typical chps, flakes and cracks to the enamel.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Bonbonniere, circa 1770, moulded and decorated as a walnut, 5cm longProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Box and Cover, circa 1780, of acorn form, moulded and painted with flowers on a sea-green, 5.5cm long; and A Similar Smaller Example, with flowers and ribbons on a sea-green ground, 4.5cm long (2)Provenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: First with lid stuck to body. Some typical minor wear and crazing. Second with section of base restored.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Plaque, circa 1770, of circular form, printed with A pledge of Love on a scroll ground, 4.5cm diameter, mounted in a later snuff box; A Similar Patch Box, printed A Present from London with scroll and swag borders, base with yellow ground, 4cm diameter; A Similar Patch Box, early 19th century, of oval form, inscribed Hail gentle Peace to Britain’s shore O dwell with us nor leave us more, base with blue ground, 14cm diameter; and A Similar Pill Box, early 19th century, of circular form, inscribed I will not CHANGE Till Death, 13cm diameter (4)Provenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Some damage and restoration.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Nutmeg Grater, circa 1770, of egg form, painted with landscapes in panels on a blue ground with white diaper, steel grater, 4cm longProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Some typical wear, particularly to white enamel. Minor crazing. Grater with surface rust.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Bonbonniere, circa 1770, of fluted acorn form, painted with rose sprigs in panels on a pink ground with white foliate scrolls, 6cm longProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Damage and losses to lid. Other minor wear.
Thomson (Hugh, illustrator). Coridon’s Song and Other Verses. From Various Sources. With … an Introduction by Austin Dobson, London: Macmillan and Co., 1894. Large 8vo, bound in 1895 by Riviere & Son in mid-brown crushed morocco, spine richly gilt in compartments, French fillet border gilt to covers, gilt inner dentelles incorporating a Vitruvian scroll, top edge gilt, others untrimmed, half-title, frontispiece, full-page illustrations throughout (counted in the pagination), occasional offsetting, sections of the original cloth covers and dust jackets for the large-paper and ordinary-paper editions bound in at rear (qty: 1)Footnote: First edition, large-paper issue, one of 152 copies, this copy signed by the artist on the title-page.Condition report: Binding only. Good condition. No cracks to the hinges or joints. No notable fading. Wear noted at the corners of the boards.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Scent Bottle Case, circa 1770, of domed rectangular form, painted in pink monochrome with flowers on grey panels within gilt cartouche on a green dotted ground gilt with scrolls, 6.5cm highProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Bottle missing. Some typical flaking and cracking to enemal.
An English Enamel Snuff Box, probably Battersea, circa 1755, of circular form, printed en grisaille with a lady and chinoiserie servant with a cat in a classical landscape, base with turquoise ground, 7cm diameterProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Typical hairline cracks.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Snuff Box, circa 1800, of oval form, transfer printed and overpainted with MISS/GRANDMA, the box with pink ground, 5cm longProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Some typical hairline cracks and wear.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Patch Box, circa 1770, of oval form, printed and overpainted with A London Gift Westminster Bridge, box with yellow ground, 5.5cm wide; and A Similar Box, printed and overpainted with The Queen’s House Greenwich, box with blue ground, 5.5cm wide (2)Provenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Both with cracks, losses and wear.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Patch Box, circa 1790, of oval form, printed and overpainted with an altar inscribed Esteem the Giver within a white beaded border on a pink ground, 15.5cm wideProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Mirror probably later. Some typical minor war, scratching and hairlines.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Snuff Box, circa 1770, of oval form, printed and overpainted with a gentleman serenading a lady with a flute and painted with flowersprays, 8cm longProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Some surface scratching. Typical minor flakes and hairline cracks.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Patch-Box, circa 1780, printed with a courting couple and inscribed My Love I’ll Treat With Kisses Sweet, box with blue ground, 4cm wide; and A Similar Patch Box, Let Virtue be your Guide, box with pink ground, 4cm wide (2)Provenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Minor wear, scratching and flakes.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Snuff Box, circa 1770, of oval form, the central lozenge panel painted with a flowerhead and set with cut steel beads on an orange lattice ground painted with flowers, 5.5cm wideProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Hinge damaged. Losses to enamel on footrim. Other typical minor losses and hairline cracks.
An Unusual South Staffordshire Enamel Box and Cover, circa 1770, of rectangular form, the hinged cover moulded, pierced and painted with a basket of flowers, 5.5cm longProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Mount separated from base. Some typical chips, flakes and hairlines.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Snuff Box, circa 1770, of rectangular form, painted with a bird and fruit on a blue and white diaper ground, 5.5cm wideProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Typical minor flakes and hairline cracks.
Thomson (Hugh, illustrator). Cranford, by Mrs. Gaskell. With a Preface by Anne Thackeray Ritchie, London: Macmillan and Co., 1891. Large 8vo, bound in 1892 by Riviere & Son in tan crushed morocco, spine gilt in compartments, covers gilt with elaborate outer frames enclosing central arabesques, gilt inner dentelles incorporating a Vitruvian scroll, top edge gilt, others untrimmed, half-title, original cloth covers and dust jacket bound in at rear (qty: 1)Footnote: First edition thus, large-paper issue, this copy signed by the artist on the title-page.Condition report: Binding only, good condition. No cracks to the hinges or joints. No notable fading. Wear noted at the corners of the boards. Slightly scuffed.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Patch Box, circa 1770, of rectangular form, painted in puce monochrome with classical buildings in landscape, the inside inscribed Fidelle et Secret, 5.5cm wideProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Typical minor wear and hairlines.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Snuff Box, circa 1770, printed and overpainted with a couple before a chapel and with flowersprays, 16cm wideProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Typical hairline cracks and wear.
An English Enamel Snuff-Box, possibly Battersea, circa 1755, of oval form, printed en grisaille with a family travelling on a donkey and with figures in rural landscapes, 8cm wideProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Cover with chips and cracks. Other typical minor flakes and hairline cracks.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Snuff Box, circa 1765, of oval form, painted with a village scene and with flowersprays on a gilt lattice, the interior inscribed L’Amour & L’Gloire, 14.5cm diameterProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Typical minor wear and hairlines.
A South Staffordshire Enamel Snuff-Box, circa 1770, of rectangular form, painted with figures on a bridge and in a boat in a park landscape and with landscape vignettes on a pink ground, 8cm wideProvenance:The collection of Nellie Ionides (1883-1962) and by descent.Nellie Ionides was the daughter of Sir Marcus Samuel, 1st Viscount Bearstead. Nellie married firstly Walter Levy, who died as a result of injuries he sustained in the first world war, and secondly Basil Ionides, the Art Deco designer, perhaps best known for his work on the Savoy Theatre. Nellie was a celebrated collector and philanthropist who was responsible for saving the Octagon Room at Orleans House in Twickenham and for making donations from her art collection to her local council. During her life she amassed a significant collection including not only the present enamel but also a further group which were sold Sotheby’s, London, 17 June 1980.Condition report: Some damage and restoration.
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