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Click here to subscribeEight Scratchbuilt/Kitbuilt modified G Gauge Freelance Passenger and Goods 4-wheel Rolling Stock. comprising, All Third Coaches (2) and All First Coach, finished in green and white, All Third Open Air coaches with roofs (3), Van and Guards Van, all five finished in green, Coaches filled with various modern images figures, G-VG, one with broken coupling, several lack coupling hooks (8)
A converted Hornby 0 Gauge No O Locomotive and Tender, both in Great Western lined green, the early loco without cylinders as no 2251, originally clockwork and now fitted with an original Hornby 20v electric mechanism with replacement wheels and coupling rods, as converted G, light playwear, rod pins need attention, a little poorly-matched spot retouching, in the original No 0 Hornby box with 'Read this First' leaflet dated 1/34, the tender also G, light playwear, in a later 4/39 box, boxes F and P respectively (2)
An uncommon 7¼" Gauge live steam coal-fired Canterbury and Whitstable Railway 0-4-0 Locomotive 'Invicta' and Tender, clearly scaled-up from the Curly Lawrence ('LBSC') 'Canterbury Lamb' design (more frequently found in its original 3½" gauge form first published in 1952) and loosely-based on the early C&W Rly Stephenson-built loco of 1829, the model featuring twin outside cylinders, approx 1¼" diameter x 2" stroke, valves operated through rocking levers with slip-eccentric reversing, axle-driven water-pump and hand-pump to tender, mechanical lubricator mostly concealed behind buffer beam, coil springs to leading axle, 4 similar straight-spoked wheels, (unlike the original or most smaller versions we have seen which have 'divided' spokes to one pair), the copper boiler with 24 approx ¼" diameter tubes and 2 large superheater flues, removable smokebox/chimney for cleaning and maintenance, a high-level regulator worked by levers from the footplate, a single adjustable safety valve (- this looks convincing but probably does not meet present-day boiler regulations) - with water gauge, whistle valve, blower valve and relatively modern Smith's pressure gauge to backhead, the whole finished with varnished wood cladding and brass boiler bands, the wheels and tender in dark green, overall G-VG, firebars and ashpan missing, handle missing from regulator lever, has clearly seen a moderate amount of use, generally dusty/oily, NO BOILER HISTORY, and no brakes fitted to loco or tender (2)
A wingback armchair,first quarter of the 20th century, upholstered in green floral Zoffany velvet, raised on tapering square front supports, terminating in brass castors,90cm wide90cm deep107cm highCondition report: A little bit of movement in arm joints. Leg joints sturdy. Knocks, scratches and wear to supports. Upholstery appears in good condition. Some or all castors probably replaced. A good quality, generously sized armchair with well-chosen upholstery.
Thomas Ender (Austrian, 1793-1875)Roman Campagna with cypress trees, c.1820 signed l.c., watercolour on Turkey Mill Whatman paper 20.5 x 29cm Numbered 32 in pencil on mount. Provenance: A London private collectionLiterature: Walter Koschatzky, Thomas Ender, 1982, p.43, pl.37, where dated c.1820.Thomas Ender (1793-1875) was an Austrian landscape painter and watercolourist. He enrolled at the Academy of Fine Arts, Vienna, and studied under Laurenz Janscha and later under Joseph Mossmer. Ender was awarded the Academy’s First Prize in landscape drawing and in 1817 he won the Great Painter’s Prize. He spent several years painting in Italy and in 1828 was made Court Painter to Archduke Johann (1782-1859).Condition report: Two vertical creases running down through the centre of the page, although these are very faint, and more visible from the reverse. Another crease close to right edge which is more visible. A light crease running around the edge of the page like a border, around 5mm from the edge of the paper. Some light yellowing and discolouration, including a dark brown area in the top left tree. The occasional small spot of foxing. A little light surface dirt. The gum arabic is cracking in the darker areas, showing tiny flecks of white paper through.
Thomas Ender (Austrian, 1793-1875)View of the Palazzo Ducale, Florencewatercolour26 x 34.5cm;The Ponte Vecchio, Florencesigned ‘Ths. Ender’ l.r., watercolour20 x 29cm;Looking through an arch to the Palazzo Ducale, Florencewatercolour20 x 28.5cm; The Duomo, Amalfi, with storm clouds abovewatercolour29 x 20cm (4)All on Turkey Mill Whatman paper and numbered in pencil on mounts. The present watercolours may have been painted during Ender's stay in Italy between 1820 and 1822.Provenance: A London private collection.Thomas Ender (1793-1875) was an Austrian landscape painter and watercolourist. He enrolled at the Academy of Fine Arts, Vienna, and studied under Laurenz Janscha and later under Joseph Mossmer. Ender was awarded the Academy’s First Prize in landscape drawing and in 1817 he won the Great Painter’s Prize. He spent several years painting in Italy and in 1828 was made Court Painter to Archduke Johann (1782-1859).Condition report: View of the Palazzo Ducale, FlorenceGlued around the edges onto a border of paper. A horizontal crease running across the page approx 5mm from the lower edge, resulting in a little paint loss on the red dress of the lady to the right. Some light spots of foxing. Some light brown staining in the top half. A very faint pale line running horizontally across the sheet level with the top of the tower, and another level with the carts. A little light surface dirt. A small tear to the black border at the top edge and a few down the right hand side, although these do not spill into the main image. A very slight wave at lower edge. Numbered 46 on mountThe Ponte Vecchio, FlorenceGlued around the edges onto a border of paper. A faint crease running around the edge of the sheet, approx 5mm from the edge. A few small spots of foxing. Some light yellowing and discolouration throughout. There is a very small light indent upper right near the edge, and two adjacent to the left edge. Numbered 49 on mountLooking through an arch into the Palazzo Ducale, FlorenceGlued around the edges onto a border of paper. Some yellowing and discolouration throughout, along with some flecks of foxing. A large spot of foxing lower right. A light crease running down the right edge, and another light crease close to top edge, both approx 5mm from the edges. A pin hole close to left edge, and possibly another smaller one to the left of the lefthand column. The paper has a very light wave. Numbered 36 on mountThe Duomo, Amalfi, with storm clouds aboveGlued around the edges onto a border of paper. A light crease running around all edges, approx 5mm from the edge. A slight wave to the paper, very slight. Some yellowing and browning throughout. Numbered 34 on mount.
English Naive School, 19th centuryA three-masted steamer in a harbouroil on panel41 x 89cmThis is believed to be HMS Warrior, the world's first iron warship, which, when launched in 1860, rendered every other warship afloat obsolete.Condition report: Oil on wooden panel. Vertical lines are evident in the paint layers following joins in the panel and supporting batten. The paint has moved along these joins and is slightly raised in texture. The paint layer is in a stable condition overall. There is extensive overpaint in the sky, possibly two campaigns, one which has slightly darkened and become purple in appearance. The varnish layer is semi-matte and slightly yellowed.
A Norfolk sampler,early 18th century, stitched with four alphabets, the Lord's Prayer, two colourful vases of flowers with birds to each side, signed 'Lucy Gurney', initialled and dated 'EG MG 1733 EE LG',48 x 28cm visible, in a carved frameThe Gurneys of Earlham were a prominent Norfolk family. The sampler appears to be by Lucy Gurney (1722-1749) She would have been 11 when she worked it. The date of 1733 is flanked by two pairs of initials. The first pair may well represent her parents Edmund and Elizabeth Gurney.Condition report: Sampler is laid on hessian backing. The colours are generally good, there is dark staining along the lower margin and on the lower left side. There does not appear to be any moth and only very tiny holes along the edge seam.
A pair of French leather club chairs,20th century, each with a yellow upholstered cushion and brass piping, raised on short tapering legs,73cm wide80cm deep83cm high (2)This matching pair of French Art Deco club chairs feature original restored tan leather, as well as new cushion covers upholstered in yellow Harris Tweed fabric. Vintage brass piping adds a unique twist on a stylish and classic pair of armchairs. So-called 'club chairs' first appeared in France at the start of the 20th century, and were originally called 'comfortable chairs', due to their soft, high quality leather, generous padding and sprung seats.Condition report: This lot was featured on 'Salvage Hunters: The Restorers' (Discovery Network - Quest).Salvage Hunters: The Restorers is a popular prime time show broadcast on the Discovery Network (Quest), where industry experts seek out lots in need of a little TLC and restore them to their former glory. We are delighted to now offer these restored lots for sale. The lots here are presented with stills from the programme.All details were true at the time of transmission. All items are bought as seen at the auction only and Discovery Corporate Service Limited and its affiliates make no representations or warranties as to the condition, suitability or at all in relation to any lot offered for sale; and no further documentation can be provided. All valuations stated herein are given by Sworders Fine Art Auctioneers at the time of printing, please note that these may differ to the valuations given to the items within the programme which was broadcast at an earlier time.
HAITI: Moreau de Saint-Mery, M.L.E: RECUEIL DE VUES DES LIEUX PRINCIPAUX DE LA COLONIE FRANÇOISE DE SAINT-DOMINGUE. Paris, Moreau De Saint-Mery, M Ponce and M. Phelipeau, 1791, First Edition, First Issue, folio (520 x 350mm). Printed title with contents on verso, 29 engraved plates, maps and plans (7 double-page, 9 with two images). Please Note: Although the plate list calls for 31 plates, the two general maps were not included in this first issue because of the interruption due to the French Revolution, when a warrant was issued for Moreau's arrest. The missing plates were eventually supplied with the third issue (Philadelphia, 1795). Original publishers marbled boards, housed in a specially made velvet lined clamshell box. Very good copy.
Two 19th century pocket percussion pistols,the first, by Smith, London, with folding trigger, engraved decoration, screw-off barrel and hatched wooden grip. 14.5cm long,the second, with octagonal barrel, engraved brass lock and hatched wooden grip,20cm long (2)Condition report: Both barrels and metalwork have extensive rusting, some quite deep and burred screws, a few marks and knocks to woodwork
Three 19th century pistols,the first, a flintlock by Rea, London, with brass fittings, the lockplate inscribed 'REA' with proof mark to barrel, 49cm long,the second, a percussion, the lockplate inscribed 'Tower 1875', with brass fittings and proof marks to barrel,38.5cm long,the third, also a percussion, with proof marks to barrel,41.5cm long (3)Condition report: The first - screw heads burred, missing a mount under barrel, pitted and rust-stained metalwork, marked, scuffed and bruised woodwork.The second - rust spots to metal surfaces, burring to screws, butt dented.The third - with current rust marks and old pitting, initialled 'JC' on wood.
Captain Lord Arthur John Hamilton, Irish Guards (1883-1914), a very moving three page typed official account of the death of the gallant army officer and courtier during the First Battle of Ypres on 6th November 1914.The report addressed to The Duchess of Abercorn (the Captain's mother) and forwarding his personal effects from the battlefield along with a translated detailed report from the German Officer who gave comfort to her dying son on the battlefield and sent on his personal effects. The very moving account shows that even in the midst of battle there were still chivalrous acts. The German Major describing how he offered his hand to the dying Captain who said 'Adieu, mon Comarade' which left a lasting impression on the Major.The third page is a typed translation of a reply sent by the German Major to a letter from The Duchess giving her some comfort that her son did not suffer and sending her a map of where he fell in order for her to place a memorial tablet. He writes 'I am glad to state that in your son I got to know a soldier who fought and fell as a gallant officer and gentleman'.Captain Lord Arthur John Hamilton was appointed Deputy Master of The Royal Household on 5th March 1913. He joined the British Expeditionary Force with the Irish Guards in August 1914 and was killed three months later aged 30. He is commemorated on the Menin Gate. He was a pupil of the Reverend Bertram Pollock at Wellington College and this report was presumably sent by his mother The Duchess of Abercorn to him. On the back of the report the Bishop has written in pencil 'The story of Jack Hamilton'. He was used to giving comfort the the parents of his ex-pupils including members of the Royal Family who suffered such dreadful losses of their sons during the Great War.
Three Lowestoft cylindrical mugs, including one with a spreading foot and scrolled handle, boldly painted in blue with flowers and leaves, a sprig and an insect to reverse, a diaper and half floret border below the interior rim, 14cm high, a similar mug painted in blue with Chinese landscapes, painter's mark inside footrim, 15.1cm high, and another printed in blue with a river landscape, 11.5cm highCondition report: The first with 9cm long vertical body crack opposite handle, another vertical crack from rim to the foot, spreading around the base, both cracks stained, chip on inner rim. The second broken into many pieces and restuck. The printed mug with large section restuck into side and base, a small rim chip and a couple of tiny hairlines on the base.
Three Lowestoft coffee cups, the first painted in blue with a flowering branch issuing from rockwork, the second printed with a Chinese landscape, and the third with ear-shaped handle and painted with a Chinese landscape and an unusual feathered border inside, between 5.6cm and 6.4cm highCondition report: The first just has a few fleabites on the footrim. The second has a long crack. The third has a crack running from the rim on one side through to the other, some glaze rubbing and a couple of fleabites to rim and footrim.
Three Lowestoft sauceboats, the first of large size, moulded in relief with floral panels and printed in blue with floral sprays, painted borders, 21.cm long, the second of moulded form, the panels painted in blue with Chinese river scenes, the interior with flowering plants, 15.8cm long, the third of strap-fluted form, painted with Chinese landscapes, 12.2cm longCondition report: The large sauceboat has a small hairline on the rim by the handle, and restoration to the rim on either side. The second has a hairline around the lower handle terminal, a small rim chip, and a fleabite on the spout. The third has a hairline on the rim, some staining, some fritting on the inside of the rim and the footrim.
Gentlemen's Omega Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch, black dial with luminescent baton markers, black subsidiary dials to three, six and nine o'clock, white hands, black tachymetre bezel, approximate case width 42mm, case back stamped 'Flight Qualified by NASA For All Manned Space Missions, The First Watch Worn on the Moon', on steel bracelet with end links stamped 633, case back No. 145022 78ST, movement No. 39923983, circa. 1979Condition report: The watch is currently running although we cannot guarantee the accuracy of its timekeeping. The chronograph function appears to operate correctly. The watch is in good vintage condition commensurate with age and daily wear. Any service history or replacement parts are unknown. The watch has been consigned by a local private vendor how has had the watch for many years, possibly since new, no box or papers. The bezel is very grubby and has not been cleaned, the surface dirt makes it difficult to examine the bezel but it appears to be in very good condition commensurate with age. The plastic glass is scratched. The case and bracelet show surface scratches commensurate with age and daily wear.
After John Constable (1776-1837), a 20th century oil on canvas - portrait of Maria Bicknell, later Mrs John Constable, after the original of 1816, 50cm x 40cm, in gilt frame.NB: Maria Bicknell’s grandfather was Rector of East Bergholt where Constable first met her in 1800, the original portrait hangs at The Tate
A First World War trio awarded to William Jenkin, comprising: 1914-15 Star (2452 private, Honourable Artillery Company), British War Medal, & Victory Medal (the latter two: Major, Royal Army Ordnance Corps; Victory Medal with oak leaf), un-mounted as issued, with corresponding dress miniatures mounted for wearing; together with three shoulder crowns, another mounted as a brooch, three R. A. O. C. shoulder-straps; two cloth 5-chevron Overseas Service badges; four 55th (West Lancashire) Division B. E. F. cloth badges; a copy of “Sub Rosa” (the Division’s magazine, June 1918); two postcards; & a silver Port of London Naval Repair Base Medal, 1914-19).
Two Chinese pale celadon jade carvings, 18th/19th century,the first carved as a mandarin duck turning its neck backward to bite a sprig of foliage, with a russet skin to the crest on its head, 5.7 cm, the second carved in the form of two bitter melons with leaves and tendrils, 6 cm long, with two incorrect wood stands
British Medals, James I, Coronation 1603, the official silver medal, probably by Charles Anthony,laureate bust r., in armour with lion shoulder plate, scarf around shoulders, IAC I BRIT CÆ AVG HÆ CÆSA RVM CÆ D D, rev. crowned rampant lion to l., holding brazier and wheatsheaf, ECCE PHAOS POPVLIQ SALVS, (MI.191/11; Eimer 80; Woll I; Cook 10) The first of the long series of official Coronation medals and struck for distribution at the ceremony. Charles Anthony, Chief Engraver of the Royal Mint (1596-1615), VF, toned,28mm
Margaret Thatcher Volume One: The Grocer's Daughter hardback book by John Campbell. First edition signed by author. Published 2000 Jonathan Cape ISBN 0-224-04097-9. 512 pages. Dust jacket starting to show some slight roughness to the edges. Book in excellent condition.. Sold on behalf of the Michael Sobell Cancer Charity. Shipping at cost from £4. 99 in UK, we can ship a 30kg box for £10 so up to 10 books. Overseas shipping at cost from £7. 99
2 x First UK printing paperback books by Alan Sillitoe. 1- Saturday Night And Sunday Morning. 1st UK printing published 1960 by Pan Books. 192 pages. Great condition for age. 2 - The Loneliness Of The Long Distance Runner. Published 1961 Pan Books. 189 pages. Great condition for age.. Sold on behalf of the Michael Sobell Cancer Charity. Shipping at cost from £4. 99 in UK, we can ship a 30kg box for £10 so up to 10 books. Overseas shipping at cost from £7. 99
Portrait Of A Minority Asians In east Africa paperback book edited by Dharam P. Ghai. Published 1965 Oxford University Press, First Edition. 154 pages. A well-used book with a few marks and dings to the cover and corner of text block but book in good sound condition. Sold on behalf of the Michael Sobell Cancer Charity. Shipping at cost from £4. 99 in UK, we can ship a 30kg box for £10 so up to 10 books. Overseas shipping at cost from £7. 99
The Paddington Treasury For The Very Young hardback book by Michael Bond Illustrated by R. W. Alley. Published 2010 HarperCollins First GB hardback Edition ISBN 978-0-00-737112-9. 157 pages. Dust jacket in good condition, book in excellent condition. Sold on behalf of the Michael Sobell Cancer Charity. Shipping at cost from £4. 99 in UK, we can ship a 30kg box for £10 so up to 10 books. Overseas shipping at cost from £7. 99
Traditional Crafts In Britain hardback book by Readers Digest1982. First Edition. 312 pages. Dust jacket as you would expect from a book of this age. Book in excellent condition. Sold on behalf of the Michael Sobell Cancer Charity. Shipping at cost from £4. 99 in UK, we can ship a 30kg box for £10 so up to 10 books. Overseas shipping at cost from £7. 99
Ferrari 250 GTO hardback book by Keith Bluemel with Jess G Pourret. First Edition signed by authors. Published 1998 Bay View Books ISBN 1-901432-15-7. 192 pages. Dust jacket a little tatty with a small rip at the top of spine area. Book in excellent condition. Sold on behalf of the Michael Sobell Cancer Charity. Shipping at cost from £4. 99 in UK, we can ship a 30kg box for £10 so up to 10 books. Overseas shipping at cost from £7. 99
Treatise On Febrile Diseases Caused By Cold With 500 Cases hardback book by Zhang Zhongjing. First Edition. Published 1993 New World Press ISBN 70-80005-183-8. 576 pages. Book and dust jacket in nice condition. LCTA is marked in felt pen on leading edge of text block.. Sold on behalf of the Michael Sobell Cancer Charity. Shipping at cost from £4. 99 in UK, we can ship a 30kg box for £10 so up to 10 books. Overseas shipping at cost from £7. 99
Star Trek The Next Generation Sketchbook - The Movies Generations and First Contact paperback book by John Eaves and J. M. Dillard. Published 1998 Pocket Books ISBN 0-671-00892-7. 242 pages. A couple of small marks to the cover but book in excellent condition. Sold on behalf of the Michael Sobell Cancer Charity. Shipping at cost from £4. 99 in UK, we can ship a 30kg box for £10 so up to 10 books. Overseas shipping at cost from £7. 99
Dolls and Dolls Houses hardback book by Kay Desmonde. Published 1972 Charles Letts and Co. First Edition. 80 pages. Dust jacket in good condition, book in excellent condition. Inscribed 1st end paper as a gift. Sold on behalf of the Michael Sobell Cancer Charity. Shipping at cost from £4. 99 in UK, we can ship a 30kg box for £10 so up to 10 books. Overseas shipping at cost from £7. 99
Rowland Hilder Painter And Illustrator hardback book by John Lewis. Published 1978 Barry and Jenkins First Edition ISBN 0-214-20425-1. 176 pages. Dust jacket shows slight signs of shelf wear. Book in Fine condition. Small glue spot inside cover and accompanying mark on 1st end paper.. Sold on behalf of the Michael Sobell Cancer Charity. Shipping at cost from £4. 99 in UK, we can ship a 30kg box for £10 so up to 10 books. Overseas shipping at cost from £7. 99
The First Colonists Hakluyt's Voyages To North America hardback book introduction by A. L. Rowse. Published 1986 The Folio Society. 142 pages. As New. No dust jacket. Sold on behalf of the Michael Sobell Cancer Charity. Shipping at cost from £4. 99 in UK, we can ship a 30kg box for £10 so up to 10 books. Overseas shipping at cost from £7. 99
Black Queen paperback book by Michael Morpurgo. First Edition Signed By Author 1st end paper. Published 2000 Young Corgi ISBN 0-552-54645-3. 95 pages. Excellent condition. Sold on behalf of the Michael Sobell Cancer Charity. Shipping at cost from £4. 99 in UK, we can ship a 30kg box for £10 so up to 10 books. Overseas shipping at cost from £7. 99
Mangled English paperback book by Gervase Phinn. First Edition Signed By Author 1st end paper. Published 2013 Dalesman ISBN 9-781855-683372. 156 pages. Excellent condition. Sold on behalf of the Michael Sobell Cancer Charity. Shipping at cost from £4. 99 in UK, we can ship a 30kg box for £10 so up to 10 books. Overseas shipping at cost from £7. 99
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