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Lot 282
Half length portrait of a seated young man in a green kaftan signed and dated 'Gilbery 70' (lower right) oil on canvas 72 x 62cmFootnote: Born in London in 1913, Michael Gilbery’s extraordinary talent for painting was first recognised when he was 17 years old when he exhibited a portrait of his father at the Royal Academy. After completing his secondary education, Gilbery was offered a scholarship to study at Central St Martins, and later at the Royal Academy, where he studied under Sir William Rothenstein, Gilbert Spencer, and Roland Pitchforth. Gilbery's portraits are noted for their fastidious attention to detail, offer a fascinating insight into the changing trends, in both fashion and portraiture from the 1930s onwards. Gilbery, born Goldberg, is also remembered for his sensitive and nuanced depictions of Jewish life.Condition report: Oil on canvas attached to a wooden stretcher. The canvas tension is sound but in all four corners there are undulations. The paint layer is in a good, stable condition. There are a few light scuffs to the surface and remnants of an old paper label at the lower right corner. The decorative frame is in a good condition.
Lot 420
War Child Puzzle Path signed and dated 'Hewll99' (lower right) pencil, pen and wash 25.5 x 31.5cm, unframedFootnote: In 1988, aged just 20, comic artist, illustrator and animator, Jamie Hewlett co-created Tank Girl, the comic which would launch his career. In contrast to the hyper-sexualised and hyper-feminised heroines of mainstream comic books, Hewlett’s iconic protagonist was heavy drinking, hard talking and aggressively androgynous. The success of this creation was such that the initial comic spawned further graphic novels and even a film adaptation. The following decade, in 1998, alongside Blur frontman, Damon Albarn, Hewlett co-created Gorillaz, the world’s first, and most successful, cartoon band. Although Jamie Hewlett has claimed that drawing is just the placement of lines in the correct position, the spirit captured in each of his energetic, colourful and meticulously detailed, graphic creations suggests that there is something more profound at play. The present lot is thought to include an illustration of Gorillaz band member Murdoc Faust Niccals.
Lot 446
First Folio, D signed and dated 'Harold Cohen 1965' (lower right); numbered 13/50 screenprint 69 x 69cm unframed; lithograph, #6 signed and dated 'Harold Cohen / 1967' (lower right); numbered 16/75 lithograph 57.5 x 57.5cm, unframed; Klaus Peter Brehmer (German 1938-1997) Farben Geographie 3 signed 'Brehmer' (lower centre) screenprint 68 x 98cm, unframed (3)
Lot 55
Duck, bronze, originally conceived in marble in 1914 and cast in bronze in 1964-68 in an edition of 12, and one further cast in lead on behalf of H.S. (Jim) Ede 12 cm longFootnote: Provenance: The Peter Simpson Collection, probably acquired directly from Jim Ede Literature: A. Hammacher, Modern English Sculpture, London, 1967, p. 54, another cast illustrated. R. Cork, Vorticism and Abstract Art in the First Machine Age, Volume II, Synthesis and Decline, London, 1976, pp. 433-34, marble illustrated. R. Cole, Burning to Speak, The Life and Art of Henri Gaudier-Brzeska, Oxford, 1978, p. 108, pl. 55, another cast illustrated. R. Cole, Gaudier Brzeska Artist and Myth, Bristol, 1995, pl. 32, another cast illustrated. E. Silber, Gaudier-Brzeska: Life and Art, London, 1996, p. 272, no. 90, pl. 132, marble illustrated. Born in 1891 in Saint Jean-de-Braye, France, Henri Gaudier-Brzeska’s life was tragically brief, dying in the trenches in 1915, aged only 23. However, as a founding member of the London Group, a leading proponent of Vorticism and abstract sculpture, and as, perhaps, the most instrumental figure in exporting Modern Art to the United Kingdom, Gaudier-Brzeska’s life cannot be defined only by its appalling brevity, but also by his outstanding legacy and contributions to art in the 20th century. In 1912, two years after his move to London, a seismic shift took place in Gaudier-Brzeska’s life when he met one of his greatest influences, Jacob Epstein. After meeting Epstein, Gaudier-Brezeska’s work became increasingly influenced by non-Western art and artefacts, specifically those of Pacific Island, West African, Indian, and Assyrian cultures, and away from the dominating influence of Greek sculpture. Cast between 1964 and 1968 from an original model carved directly from marble in 1914, the present lot was one of a number of ‘pocket sculptures’ carved by Gaudier-Brzeska very shortly before he enlisted in the French Army. Composed from simple geometric forms abstracted from both the natural and mechanical world, the head for example resembles a hammer and the tail an arrowhead. Duck is reflective not only of Gaudier-Brzeska’s artistic concerns and influences, but also of the wider social context of life in an increasingly industrial world.
Lot 59
cast 1984, the two-piece bronze with green and burnished bronze patina, signed Dali and numbered 230/350 to base, foundry stamp Jemelton 1984, with certificate of authenticity 70.5cm highFootnote: Literature: Dalí: The Hard and the Soft, Sculptures & Objects. Eccart, 2004. pg. 240 ref. 620; Dali in the Third Dimension: The Stratton Foundation Collection Terpsichore is the mythological muse of dance. Her name comes from the Greek "delight in dance". Dali conceived the idea for this sculpture in 1977 and it was first cast using the lost wax process in 1984. The lost wax process involves creating a wax model of the sculpture which is then encased in a fireproof mould, heated until the wax melts and then poured out ("lost"). The mould is then refilled with bronze or metal for the final casting. Salvador Dali is one of the best known of all the surrealist artists, known particularly for his paintings. However, he created a considerable number of sculptures which can be viewed at the Dali Universe at County Hall in Westminster, including a cast of Homage to Terpsichore. In Dali's creation, he sees Terpsichore as a dual or reflected image; one soft and classical in contrast to the other hardened and statuesque. There are no features in their faces as the significance to Dali was in their figures. The dancer of smooth soft lines representing grace and the unconscious, with the other "half" of Terpsichore angular and cubist in feel, representing the chaotic rhythms of modern life. The poet and critic André Breton explained in The Surrealist Manifesto of 1924, that surrealism was a means of reuniting the conscious and unconscious so the world of dream and fantasy would be joined to the everyday rational world. Thus Dali, with his sculpture of Terpsichore, reflects the very essence of surrealism.Condition report: In good overall condition, however, the 'branch' to the rear of the gilt figure has broken/become detatched. (see images). Each base measures 23 x 22cm, the green figure measures 63.5cm high from floor to finger-tip, the gilt figure measures 71cm from floor to finger-tip. Overall weight is app.13kg.
Lot 11
Ray Bellisario (Italian, 1936-2018)Freedom - First Day Out of Prison, Lying in a Field, 19642 silver gelatin prints, printed later, each signed by photographer and Keeler and numbered '3/10' in ink in the margins, (2)45.6 x 35.2cm (17 15/16 x 13 7/8in); 35.2 x 45.6cm (13 7/8 x 17 15/16in)This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: ARAR Goods subject to Artists Resale Right Additional Premium.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 207
Rowland Scherman (American, born 1937)The Beatles' first concert in America, Washington, DC, 196410 gelatin silver prints, printed later, each signed and numbered '3/40' in pencil in the margin, unframedeach 27 x 40cm (10 5/8 x 15 3/4in)sheet each 50.8 x 40.5cm (20 x 16in)This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: ΩΩ VAT on imported items at the prevailing rate on Hammer Price and Buyer's Premium.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 222
Andrew Logan (British, born 1945)The 'Ace' Shopfront Lightning Bolt Sculpture, 1970smirrored glass on metal plinth, signed by the artist 270cm (106 1/2in) highFootnotes:ProvenanceFashion designer Peter Golding opened his flagship 'Ace' clothing boutique in London at 193 King's Road in 1974, followed by another branch in South Molton Street in the heart of London's West End. He commissioned sculptor Andrew Logan to design and make the distinctive logo and imagery for both of his shops. Logan used his trademark broken mirror technique and the pieces were created in his London workshop. A letter from the sculptor accompanies this lot.In 1970 Peter Golding designed the world's first 'designer jean' for the Falmer company and, in 1973, he introduced a range of bleached denim wear. He then went on to create the first stretch denim jean in 1978. He has been described by Fashion Weekly as 'the Eric Clapton of denim'. His 'Ace' stores quickly attracted a clientele that was a who's who of the 70s and 80s and included the Rolling Stones, Queen, Britt Ekland, David Bowie, Mary Quant, the Princess of Wales, Marlon Brando, Bryan Ferry, Jerry Hall, Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton, Ossie Clark, Jack Nicholson, Ringo Starr and Zandra Rhodes. When the business closed in 1984 Peter placed a notice, entitled 'Ace Goodbyes', in Ritz magazine, thanking his clients with the words: 'We ruled the Glitter Decade 1975-1984. Thanks to all you wonderful sparkling Lords and Ladies of the night.'Fashion historian Paul Gorman has an article on his website, 'Ace: Purveyor Of Funky Elegance' and this includes a photograph of the front of the South Molton Street branch showing both the mirrored logo and lightning bolt offered in this auction in situ.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: AR WAR Goods subject to Artists Resale Right Additional Premium.W Lot is located in the Bonhams Warehouse and will only be available for collection from this location.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 225
AristosMulti-Coloured Rayon Velvet Maxi Coat, circa 1971Exaggerated faux fur collar and cuffs, labelled 'Aristos'Labelled size 12, 30'/76cm chest, 145cm longFootnotes:Aristos was founded by Greek-born London Designer Aristos Constantinou who opened his first 'Aristos' boutique on Carnaby Street in 1966. By 1971, he was joined by his brother Achilleas and together they formed Ariella Fashions Limited. They expanded from these premises into Duke Street, Oxford Street, Newburgh Street and more on Carnaby Street. In the 1970s, Punch magazine described them as 'the power of Carnaby Street'.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 308
John Dove & Molly White (British)Bowie (Face No.1), 2010no.58 of 100, signed, titled and numbered on the verso, screenprint on hand-made Rag paper, made from recycled t-shirts, published by Paul Stolper, unframed 76 x 56cm (30 x 22in)Footnotes:The 'Face' prints were first introduced at KITSCH-22, London from 1976−78. The images were about urban tribal make-up and adornment, and celebrated a new kind of face paint of the tribes of London.In '73 the image of Bowie from the Aladdin Sane album was an archetype that 70s Disco fans religiously followed to create their own styles of dress and make-up. The warehouse parties that grew from 1975 created the perfect setting for the new breed of flamboyant Punks and New Romantics who would be inspired by Bowie's unique face painting created by Brian Duffy and Pierre Le Roche. The Disco Kids would adopt that Ziggy schizophrenia and live out their own version of a Ziggy Stardust fashion fantasy in a rush to become someone else for the weekend. Some would stay with Ziggy for the duration.In September 2012 The Paul Stolper Gallery held a mini-retrospective of drawings, collages and prints on paper from John Dove & Molly White. The 'Face' prints were then included in the exhibition TWO-FACED FAME at The Studio 3 Gallery at Kent University in 2013, and in 2015 the Face No.1 T-shirt and prints were chosen for the BOWIE IS exhibition at the Victoria & Albert Museum. The original is included in the Victoria & Albert Museum British Collection.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: †AR†VAT at the prevailing rate on Hammer Price and Buyer's Premium.AR Goods subject to Artists Resale Right Additional Premium.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 311
John Dove & Molly White (British)Jordan (Face No.3), 2008no.1 of 100, signed, titled and dated on verso, screenprint on hand-made Rag paper, made from recycled t-shirts, published by Paul Stolper, unframed 76 x 56cm (30 x 22in)Footnotes:Jordan worked at Vivienne Westwood's SEX boutique. A 16 year-old rubber-clad real-live punk protagonist from the suburbs, Malcolm (McLaren) referred to her as the first Sex Pistol. Artists Dove and White offered her a 'Face no.3' T-shirt, but she said she'd rather have some money. Very forthright and good humoured, her provincial nonchalance gave her stark appearance a softer edge. She was stripped bare by Johnny Rotten at The El Paradiso club gig, and her part in Derek Jarman's JUBILEE as Amyl Nitrate made her a cult star. She caused such a stir while she travelled from Sussex to Kings Road, British Rail had to put her in a First Class compartment. The Jordon 'Face' print on paper was included in the John Dove and Molly White mini-retrospective FACE TO FACE at the Paul Stolper gallery in 2012, and at the exhibition TWO-FACED FAME at The Studio 3 Gallery at Kent University in 2013. Jordan retired from the Chelsea scene in the 80s to return to Sussex where she breeds Burmese cats.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: †AR†VAT at the prevailing rate on Hammer Price and Buyer's Premium.AR Goods subject to Artists Resale Right Additional Premium.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 5
Iain MacMillan (British, 1938-2006)Twiggy & Justin de Villeneuve, 1960soriginal vintage photographic print of model Twiggy and her Manager, Justin de Villeneuve, stamped by the photographer on the verso, unframed 38 x 30.5cm (15 x 12in)Footnotes:ProvenanceOffered by The Iain Macmillan ArchiveTwiggy is considered as one of the first international supermodels and a fashion icon of the 1960s. During 1966-1973 Twiggy and de Villeneuve became a couple, and as her career as a model took off, he became her manager and helped to make her famous.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: ARAR Goods subject to Artists Resale Right Additional Premium.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 6
Iain MacMillan (British, 1938-2006)Bridget Riley, circa 1962two original vintage black and white photographic prints of Bridget Riley alongside one of her art installations, both stamped on the verso by the photographer, one with 'IAIN MACMILLAN' handwritten in brown ink on the verso, accompanied by four contact sheets depicting Riley in various poses, some with yellow marker around them, each numbered on the verso and one with 'MACMILLAN' handwritten in brown ink, unframed prints 38 x 30.5cm (15 x 12in); contact sheets 20 x 25.5cm (8 x 10in) each, (6)Footnotes:ProvenanceOffered by The Iain Macmillan ArchiveThese images appear to have been taken at Riley's first commercial painting exhibition in Victor Musgrave's Gallery One in London, 1962.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: ARAR Goods subject to Artists Resale Right Additional Premium.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 87
David Ross (British, born 1960)Kate Moss, First Sitting 26.10.1988, 1988Gelatin silver print, printed later, signed and numbered '6/10' in ink in the margin55.7 x 48.2cm (21 15/16 x 19in)This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: ARAR Goods subject to Artists Resale Right Additional Premium.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 191
Indian school, 18th century,Maharani reclining on charpoy with huqqa, with Maharaja and attendants, gouache and gilt leaf, within blue and brick red borders, image only 27cm x 19cm Condition report: Upper quarter of image stained and faded, with a small 3mm x 2mm hole within the landscape on right arch. Gouache cracking in areas. Stained patch between bed and huqqa. small pinhead hole in first border at top. Looking at the rear of the paper there is a distinct vertical join which is not evident on the front. There's also a horizontal join line slightly above halfway.
Lot 72
Georges Wakhévitch (1907-1984, Russian) a group of four original costume designs for characters in 'Adventure Story' including the Queen Mother and also for 'Hamlet' and a Palace Officer, all gouache on paper, three framed, one loose. (4).Footnote: Provenance: From the estate of the late Patrick Wheatley, renowned theatrical and film costume designer. (See Dawsons website article for further information) Georges Wakhévitch, immigrated to France in 1921. He grew up in Paris, where he studied painting. He was an assistant to film director Lazare Meerson in the 1920s. Wakhévitch also designed sets and costumes for the theatre, the ballet, and the opera. His designs usually used vivid colours and successful sets for Covent Garden included Boris Godunov, Otello, Die Meistersinger and London's first ever staging of Verdi's Macbeth in 1960. He also provided Paris in 1956 with new sets for Gounod's Faust, replacing some in use for over half a century.
Lot 82
Gervaise Durand. A French, Louis XVI style, Kingwood and tulipwood banded oval, two-tier etagere with ormolu mounts throughout Bearing a G. Durand, company stamp to the underside of the frieze. 49cm wideFootnote: Gervais Durand exhibited in the 1889 Universal Exhibition in Paris and was awarded a medal for his exhibits. An exhibition report stated that 'Mr. Durand, was skillful and modest. Winning a silver medal for his first foray in exhibiting his work. His work seems to be mainly based on classical 18th century pieces but given his own flare and crafsmanship.Condition report: An old break to one of the legs at the point of intersection with the under tier with signs of rubbery glue repair one leg.Signs of old repairs and maybe a replacement lower section of the leg from below under tier but shape and construction in keeping
Lot 1250
Jubilee (1978) British Quad poster for the rare country-of-origin poster for early Derek Jarman production starring Adam Ant, Richard O'Brien, Jenny Runacre, Toyah Wilcox and Little Nell - one of the first films to come out of the UK Punk movement, rolled, 30 x 40 inches. Condition Report: In very fine condition.
Lot 1254
The Special / Two Tone: Original 'Two Tone' promo poster for The Specials first album, this is the second version of this poster printed for non-UK distribution, displaying the Chrysalis label logo, rolled, 27 x 37.5 inches. Condition Report: Creasing to edge, some light folds, nicks and tears to top left and bottom left hand corners.
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