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Lot 7
WW2 Hand Signed Letter Sir John Smyth VC and his Milestones hardback book. The 1974 letter on his personal stationary to Hanson Books with references to the three books he wrote. He was 21 years old, and a lieutenant in the 15th Ludhiana Sikhs, 3rd (Lahore) Division, Indian Army during the First World War, when his actions earned him the Victoria Cross (VC). In June 1915, Smyth was awarded the VC, the United Kingdom's highest award for bravery in combat. The citation for this award, published in the London Gazette read: For most conspicuous bravery near Richebourg L'Avoue on 18 May 1915. With a bombing party of 10 men, who voluntarily undertook this duty, he conveyed a supply of 96 bombs to within 20 yards of the enemy's position over exceptionally dangerous ground, after the attempts of two other parties had failed. Lieutenant Smyth succeeded in taking the bombs to the desired position with the aid of two of his men (the other eight having been killed or wounded), and to effect his purpose he had to swim a stream, being exposed the whole time to howitzer, shrapnel, machine-gun and rifle fire. Good condition. All autographs come with a Certificate of Authenticity. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £5.99, EU from £7.99, Rest of World from £9.99
Lot 53
Apollo 11 First Man on the Moon Neil A. Armstrong commemorative FDC double PM Washington Sept 9 1969 and Moon Landing Jul 20 1969 USA. Good condition. All autographs come with a Certificate of Authenticity. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £5.99, EU from £7.99, Rest of World from £9.99
Lot 50
Terry Gilliam signed Greeting Stamps Royal Mail FDC PM First Day of Issue Greetland 2nd Feb 1993. Good condition. All autographs come with a Certificate of Authenticity. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £5.99, EU from £7.99, Rest of World from £9.99
Lot 25
Aviation pioneer Henrich Focke signed rare 1973 World Helicopter Championships RAF cover. Only 15 signed with details and photo inside. (8 October 1890 - 25 February 1979) was a German aviation pioneer from Bremen and also a co-founder of the Focke-Wulf company. He is best known as the inventor of the Fw 61, the first successful, practical, and fully controllable helicopter, first flown in 1936. He has been called "father of the helicopter. Good condition. All autographs come with a Certificate of Authenticity. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £5.99, EU from £7.99, Rest of World from £9.99
Lot 10
Prime Minister Palmerston signed 1824 envelope front. Henry John Temple, 3rd Viscount Palmerston, known as Lord Palmerston, was a British statesman and politician who served as prime minister of the United Kingdom from 1855 to 1858 and from 1859 to 1865. A member of the Tory, Whig and Liberal parties, Palmerston was the first Liberal prime minister. Good condition. All autographs come with a Certificate of Authenticity. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £5.99, EU from £7.99, Rest of World from £9.99
Lot 17
WW2 Paul Tibbets pilot of Enola Gay signed Bomber cover, Dropped First atomic bomb. First Day Cover. US Air Force. Good condition. All autographs come with a Certificate of Authenticity. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £5.99, EU from £7.99, Rest of World from £9.99
Lot 694
This large book was written by Viviane Beck Ertell. This book was the first button book produced in all color and was printed by Pyne Press of New Jersey in 1972 by Bruce Beck's grandmother, hence the middle name she had, as George Ertell was her second husband. IT is a beautiful book showcasing many of the buttons in her collection. Viviane along with her husband searched Europe to find and bring back to the USA the most beautiful buttons to the American collectors. George Ertell, with his extensive knowledge and the fact that he had 2 antique shops in New York and 2 in Paris France (with partners), spoke 7 languages fluently and 30 dialects, with that he had lots of connections and was able to unearth some wonderful examples pictured in this "Colorful World of Buttons" book. Bruce would be happy to inscribe the book if you ask him too. Note: Image is a stock photo we have on file. Issued: DIVISION 1=PRE 1918 AND DIVISION 3 IS AFTER 1918Dimensions: SM=Less than 3/4", Medium=3/4" to 1 1/4". Large=1 1/4" and above, extra large=1 3/4" and aboveCondition: Note: Antique buttons may show wear. Significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. Contact us for details.
Lot 629
1 Large Stunning 19th century painting on natural material. This uncommon button has a setting that is Stunning framing a beautiful painting under glass center. The silver mounting is enhanced with an intertwined silver and copper inner border, framed by an outer intertwined silver and very fine cut steel border and then a final pierced twisted border on the far outside. The center is a hand painting of an 18th century detailed women with a necklace and painted on natural material and set under glass. The button dates to the first half of the 19th century. Issued: DIVISION 1=PRE 1918 AND DIVISION 3 IS AFTER 1918Dimensions: SM=Less than 3/4", Medium=3/4" to 1 1/4". Large=1 1/4" and above, extra large=1 3/4" and aboveCondition: Note: Antique buttons may show wear. Significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. Contact us for details.
Lot 610
68 Small/Medium 19th century horn and compo buttons. These two cards include many flecks in compo along with many pearl and or metal inlays including several nice pictorials like the pique inlay Japanese Junque boat in tortoise over horn and more. The lot also includes several sets. The first tray was a 2nd place winner at the New York State Button Show for Jose Roman. Issued: DIVISION 1=PRE 1918 AND DIVISION 3 IS AFTER 1918Dimensions: SM=Less than 3/4", Medium=3/4" to 1 1/4". Large=1 1/4" and above, extra large=1 3/4" and aboveCondition: Note: Antique buttons may show wear. Significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. Contact us for details.
Lot 579
1 Small size 19th century brass childrens button with a Rabbit. When first shown this button by the consignor Bruce thought it was strange to be offered such a small picture button to put up by itself in this auction, until further explanation and examination was undertook. We have never seen this unsusal pictorial before. It shows what appears to be a child standing aside a cracked open egg with a rabbit coming out of it. The button is perhaps a story about Easter or something like that. The detail on this small button is truly incredible and we hope you all agree. Issued: DIVISION 1=PRE 1918 AND DIVISION 3 IS AFTER 1918Dimensions: SM=Less than 3/4", Medium=3/4" to 1 1/4". Large=1 1/4" and above, extra large=1 3/4" and aboveCondition: Note: Antique buttons may show wear. Significant issues are noted, but shanks and backs on multi-button cards are not guaranteed. Contact us for details.
Lot 36
A CASED SET OF THREE LONGBOWS, SIX ARROWS, AND A LEATHER QUIVER, EARLY 20TH CENTURY the first bow by Fergie, made of hickory-backed lemonwood, 45# draw weight, horn nocks and green cloth-covered grip, marked 'J.C.D', 166.0 cm; the second also by Fergie, 36# draw weight, marked 'club.', 166.0 cm; the third similar, unmarked, 25# draw weight, 173.0 cm, in a trapezoidal bow box (restorations) marked 'R. Blanche Greenock' ,192.0 cm; with a leather quiver, waist belt, and patch with coat-of-arms 'Ascham Bowmen', the six matched Purle arrows painted yellow with black and gold bands (restorations), 72.0 cm (qty)
Lot 32
TWO ALDRED LONGBOWS OWNED BY KENNETH AND MARGOT WEBB, FOUNDERS OF THE BRITISH LONGBOW SOCIETY the first made of yew, 44# draw weight, horn nocks and green cloth-covered grip, white metal plaque inscribed 'Yew Long-Bow by Aldred, owned by Kenneth Ryall Webb, founder of British Long-bow Society -1951'', 71 inches (large split on the lower limbs belly); the second similar, 29# draw weight, the plaque inscribed 'Yew Long-Bow by Aldred, owned by Margot Ryall Webb, B.L.B.S -1951',with accompanying bowstring, 63 inches (2) The British Long-bow Society was formed in 1951 by Kenneth and Margot Webb in reaction to the proliferation of modern bows and archery equipment, seeking to return to a more traditional archery practice. A competition was held on the grounds of the Royal Toxophilite Society in London during the inauguration, and the results were recorded by the society (The British Archer Magazine, 1951).
Lot 107
TWO EARLY LEATHER TRAVELLING QUIVERS, 18TH CENTURY the first of hardened black leather, with tubular body widening towards the opening and brass lock and clasp (replaced), hinged lid (cracks in the leather), along with seven matched Muir arrows labelled 'Bissell', 28 inches; the quiver 78.5 cm; the second similar, original lock together with five unmatched 28 inch arrows, (perished stitching at bottom of quiver, missing key) the quiver 75.5 cm (2)
Lot 98
FOUR CHILDREN'S BOWS, LATE 19TH/EARLY 20TH CENTURY the first by Williams and Co, Paris, of lancewood, 14# draw weight, horn nocks and green cloth-covered grip, with string, 54 inches; the second similar, by Ayres, 13# draw weight, string missing, 54.5 inches; the third similar, 6# draw weight, 47 inches; the fourth by Feltham, 16# draw weight and purple cloth-covered grip, 54 inches
Lot 62
FOUR GRAND NATIONAL ARCHERY MEETING MEDALS FORMED AS A SILVER BRACELET, 1852-83 the medals from Leamington 1852, Leamington 1853, Shrewsbury 1854, and Cheltenham 1856, each depicting a female portrait bust, and a target with crossed arrows encircled by a wreath on the other, the medals connected by short chains, the final medal carrying a small clip, the 1853 Leamington medal with a raised convex surface for receiving the clip, inscribed 'Bessie Garnett, from her father, May 21st 1883', 18.0 cm The text around the edges of the medals states: Leamington 1853: Third Gross ScoreShrewsbury 1854: Sixth Gross ScoreLeamington 1852: Seventh Gross Score & Hits: C. Garnett EsqCheltenham 1856: Fourth Gross Score & Hits C. Garnett appears to be Charles Garnett of the Royal Toxophilite Society - his scores appear in Archery: Its Theory and Practice by H. A. Ford, 1859 Chapter XIV. He is mentioned as an excellent archer, and one of the first shooters at the inaugural Grand National Meeting of 1844.
Lot 63
A COLLECTION OF MEDALS FROM THE 1938 WORLD ARCHERY CHAMPIONSHIP each medal depicting a medieval longbowman aiming to the right with the text 'A.D. 400' on the front, the first silver-gilt , the rear inscribed ' Championship of the World 1938, Mrs Weston Martyr 1, 973, London' on target coloured ribbon and clasp inscribed 'London 1938'; the second of white metal, the rear inscribed '90 metres, Team 2nd Score' on archery target coloured ribbon, the clasp inscribed 'London 1938'; the third similar, copper-alloy, no rear inscription, the ribbon of red and green; the fourth with target-coloured ribbon; the last of copper alloy, no inscription or ribbon, the rear with a circular decorative holly wreath, the case 13.3 cm (5) ProvenanceThe second and third medals from The Brian Wright Archery Collection, 2009 The World Archery Championship was hosted in London between the 8th and the 13th August 1938. It was the eighth World Championship, and was organised by the World Archery Federation (now FITA). The first medal in this collection was won by Nora Weston-Martyr, who came joint first place with Louise Nettleton in the women's individual category as they both achieved the same score. Articles by Nora's husband, the yaughtsmen and writer Joseph Weston-Martyr, recount her great aptitude for the sport. According to Joseph, she only began practicing archery ten months before the championship, but went on to win both the British and the World Archery Championship in quick succession. For further details, see (Weston-Martyr, 1949, 1950).
Lot 22
FOUR CASED ARCHERY MEDALS AWARDED TO THEODORE FORBES LEITH MD, 1793 the first gold plated, the front inscribed 'Non Prastantior Alter', encircled by a wreath, the rear inscribed 'This Medal was given as the prize for the captain of the target at the Fifth General Meeting of the archers of Great Britain held on Blackheath the 29th day of May 1793 & won by Theo Forbes Leith MD RHB' (some damage); the second with engraved stag and the letters 'LA' encircled by an oak wreath, the rear engraved 'Loyal Archers Annual Target' (bent suspension ring); the third border engraved silver depicting a running stag pierced by an arrow, the rear engraved with the medal's winners including 'Theo Forbes Leith' three times, silver hallmarks for London, 1800, the fourth similar and of silver-gilt, depicting a fallen stag pierced by an arrow, London silver hallmarks for 1800, all in their moulded leather case, 17.5 cm Theodore Forbes Leith (1746 – 6 September 1819) was a Scottish physician. He was a fellow of the Royal Society, and is represented as a person of extensive scientific attainments. After practising for many years at Greenwich he retired to Scotland. Of particular interest is a surviving letter from Dr Leith, addressed to Benjamin Franklin and concerning the process of making Parmesan cheese. In 1776 he married Marie d’Arboine and had three sons and three daughters (Leith, 1773) (Munk, 1878).
Lot 126
AFTER HENRY RAEBURN (SCOTTISH 1756-1823) DR NATHANIEL SPENS (1728 - 1815) PHYSICIAN AND ARCHER engraving on paper by John Buego 1759-1841, published in 179667.5 x 40.5 cm94.0 x 66.5 cm (framed)'Dr Spens (1728-1815) of Craigsanquhar, Fife was elected to the Royal Company in 1750 at the age of 22. He was to be an Archer for 65 years. By the 1770s he was firmly established as one of the Royal Company’s most outstanding archers. He won the Silver Bowl four times, the Edinburgh Arrow three times, the Musselburgh Arrow in 1777 and the King’s Prize in 1793. He won the Goose Prize ten times, the last at the age of nearly 80 in 1807. He was made President of the Council in 1809 and in 1810 a dinner was held to celebrate the 60th anniversary of his membership. The Royal Company still compete for the Spens Medal, instituted in 1833 in his memory. Dr Spens was also a distinguished member of the medical profession, being President of the Royal College of Physicians, Edinburgh from 1794-1796. He was a man of fashion too: Dr Spens is said to have been the first person to carry an umbrella in Edinburgh.' The original painting of Dr Spens still hangs in Archers' Hall in Edinburgh. After (The Royal Company of Archers, 2025).
Lot 112
TWO TOLEWARE TRAVELLING QUIVERS WITH ARROWS, POSSIBLY 19TH CENTURY the first painted green, with tubular body widening towards the opening (some paint damage), two suspension rings, painted with a trophy of arms encircling a frame, the latter with faint inscription, along with nine matched arrows, 28 inches, the quiver 74 cm; the second similar, painted brown, stamped 'Alex Andre Delporte', eight matched 25 inch arrows, the quiver 75.5 cm (2)
Lot 83
THREE RARE EARLY CENTRE-SHOT BOWS, 19TH CENTURY the first bow American, by W.H. Wright and G.L. Thorne, made of light wood, D-shaped section, iron grip painted black with circular opening for arrows, four blades within the circle to secure the arrow, faint painted scrollwork, stamped 'pat.Mar.11, 1879 No. 5', metallic nocks in the shape of longbow nocks (one cracked), 71.5 inches; the second of ovular section, swelling to an ovular grip pierced with a centre hole, reinforced with a brass plate on the belly secured by screws, hook-shaped brass nocks, with accompanying bowstring tipped with two leather tabs for securing to the hooks, 71.5 inches, the third similar, with flatbow section, two leather bands below the centre hole and a brass ring embedded below the bands (missing bowstring), 74 inchesWilliam H. Wright, of Rochester, and George L. Thorne, of Buffalo, New York, filed one of the earliest patents for a centre-shot bow. They describe their invention in the patent as follows:'The object of our present invention is the production of a bow which is capable of being readily bisected for transportation and other purposes, and put together when wanted for use. Its object is, furthermore, to provide for a convenient guide for the arrow; and, lastly, to improve the construction of said arrow.'The design was intended to be used alongside an arrow with hair or wire-cloth fletchings, which could better withstand being shot through the blades. The arrow was also weighted with an inner metallic rod near the point. For further information, see Patent US213083A (Wright and Thorne, 1879). According to the late Bill Terry, the other two bows in this lot were reportedly used to cast telephone lines over obstacles and up slopes during the early stages of the introduction of the telephone. This would make them a similar age to Wright and Thorne's bow, which is reinforced by their similar design.
Lot 127
AFTER JOHN HOPPNER (BRITISH 1758-1810) SIR FOSTER CUNLIFFE, 3RD BT. OF ACTON PARK, WREXHAM, DENBIGHSHIREoil on canvas89.5 x 59.0 cm110.0 x 80.0 cm; (framed)This is a copy of John Hoppner, painted circa 1789-1810, currently in the University of Michigan Museum of Art. Sir Forster Cunliffe (1755–1834) was the founder of the British Bowmen in 1787. The society was the first to recieve royal approval on the 14th May 1787, becoming the Royal British Bowmen just over a month before the Royal Toxophilite Society gained approval (Credland, 2024, pp.6-8).
Lot 96
TWO LONGBOWS BY NAMM AND TWO BOXES OF ARROWS, LATE 19TH/ EARLY 20TH CENTURY the first of lancewood, 37# draw weight, horn nocks and original burgundy cloth-covered grip, marked 'Namm London'', with string, 69 inches; the second made of laminated wood, 45# draw weight, contemporary cloth-covered grip, 69.5 inches; the arrow boxes each with five matched arrows, 24 inches and 25 inches (4)
Lot 95
TWO BOWS BY HUGHES AND A BOW BY PETERSON WITH ARROW BOXES, LATE 19TH/EARLY 20TH CENTURY the first of hickory-backed lemonwood, 58# draw weight, horn nocks and green cloth grip, marked 'Hughes Derry'', 70.5 inches, the second similar, 26# draw weight, 59 inches, the third by Petersen, 22# draw weight, marked 'Peterson 219 Strand', 60 inches, the arrow boxes each with six matched arrows,various crests, 25 inches, 25 inches, and 25.5 inches (6)
Lot 78
FOUR CASED ALDRED LONGBOWS AND TWO CASED SETS OF ARROWS, EARLY 20TH CENTURY the first of yew, with 55# draw weight, horn nocks, accompanying bowstring, inlaid arrow pass, green cloth-covered grip, stamped 'Aldred London' and '55', length 72 inches; the second similar, of yew, 50# draw weight, length 72 inches; the third similar, of stained lancewood, 34# draw weight, length 71 inches; the fourth similar, of stained lancewood, 46# draw weight, length 70 inches, the arrow sets with six matched arrows each, 25 inches, labelled with the company logo on the inside of the arrow case; the bows in a dark stained wooden case (replacement hinges and fittings), 196.0 cm (3)
Lot 10
TWO MERIDEN TOKENS, 1796, AND TWO MERIDEN MEDALS, ROYAL COMPANY OF ARCHERS, 1935 the tokens inscribed 'for the prize archery' encircling a standing archer on one side, and 'Meriden token 1796' on the other side, encircling a trophy of arms, the first medal inscribed 'Q.B.G.S. R.C.A Meriden 1935' on bars on a red ribbon, with a silver hallmarked cross behind a crown; the second medal similar, inscribed 'K.B.G.S. R.C.A Meriden 1935', on a green ribbon with circular enamel shield, with large central 'V' on green and white enamel, the first 4.0 cm (4)
Lot 80
A PAIR OF ALDRED PRESENTATION LONGBOWS, LATE 19TH/EARLY 20TH CENTURY the first of yew, 56# draw weight, horn nocks shaped as a cockerel and green cloth-covered grip, inlaid arrow pass, the silver band decorated with foliate scrollwork, inscribed ' Thomas Aldred, manufacturer, 126 Oxford street, London', with accompanying bowstring, 76.5 inches; the second similar, 52# draw weight (one nock with broken tip), 78 inches (2)
Lot 50
THE CASED ARCHERY SET OF MAJOR ARTHUR EMPSON, EARLY 20TH CENTURY comprising two yew bows, the first with 47# draw weight, horn nocks, inlaid arrow pass, green cloth-covered grip, stamped 'Aldred London' and '47', with a bowstring, length 72 inches, the second similar, 46# draw weight, with a blue cloth-covered grip (some losses, missing bowstring),length 70 inches, in a baize lined wooden case marked ' Major Arthur Empson J.P. Yokefleet Hall, East Yorkshire' with two compartments for arrows and a central compartment, two finger tabs, two notebooks, and five photographs of Major Empson and Yokefleet hall, 194.0 cm Major Arthur Empson (1892-1991) was the owner of Yokefleet Hall, which is located on the North bank of the River Ouse within a two thousand-acre estate. He was actively involved in local affairs, a keen sportsman, and was a Justice of the peace and Chairman of the Howden Magistrates Court in East Yorkshire. His brother was William Empson, a noted literary critic and poet (Haffenden, 2005).
Lot 109
TWO TOLEWARE TRAVELLING QUIVERS WITH ARROWS, POSSIBLY 18TH/19TH CENTURY the first possibly 18th century, painted green, with triangular body widening towards the opening and pierced with a singular hole (some paint damage), one suspension ring, painted with a green and yellow band, labelled 'J.B.' below a stag's head, hinged lid with clasp; along with four matched arrows, 28 inches. the quiver 73 cm; the second similar and of circular section, labelled 'Robt Lochore Jr', two suspension rings, six matched Ayres 28-inch arrows; the quiver 74.0 cm (2)
Lot 100
FIVE CASED ARROW SETS, 19TH-20TH CENTURY the first case by Aldred, with twelve arrows painted with green and white banding, 25 inches; the second by Purle, with ten arrows numbered and signed 'L.K. Cowan', with red paint and white and gold banding, 25 inches; the third similar, with seven arrows, painted red with white bands, 25.5 inches; the fourth similar, signed 'R.A. Wiles', with six arrows painted blue with red and gold banding, 28 inches; the fifth similar, with eight arrows, painted with blue, silver, black and white banding, 26.5 inches; the case 74.0 cm (restorations throughout) (5)
Lot 113
TWO TOLEWARE TRAVELLING QUIVERS WITH ARROWS, 19TH CENTURY the first painted green with red bands, with tubular body widening towards the opening (some paint damage), two suspension rings and green string (frayed), along with six matched arrows, 24 inches, the quiver 65 cm; the second similar, an additional compartment within the lid, eight unmatched 28.5 inch arrows, the quiver 78 cm (2)
Lot 120
THREE ARCHERY JACKETS, LATE 20TH CENTURY the first of synthetic green cloth, with a British Long-bow Society pin, a West Kent archery pin, and a Grand National Archery Society pin; the second similar, with matching trousers and multiple archery patches; the third similar, black fabric and with various archery pins and patches, 82.0 cm (3)
Lot 84
THREE BOWS BY D.D.NEWBOLD, AND THREE BOXES OF ALDRED ARROWS, LATE 19TH/EARLY 20TH CENTURY the first of laminated lancewood, 30# draw weight, horn nocks and green cloth-covered grip, marked 'D.D. Newbold, Warranted'', 62 inches; the second similar, 42# draw weight, 72 inches; the third similar, 27# draw weight, 59 inches; the arrow boxes with six matched arrows each with various crests, 24.5 inches, 28 inches, and 28 inches (6)
Lot 85
TWO LONGBOWS BY I. ROCKE AND TWO BOXES OF ALDRED ARROWS, LATE 19TH/ EARLY 20TH CENTURY the first of yew, 43# draw weight, horn nocks and green cloth-covered grip, 70 inches; the second similar, with 30# draw weight (woodworm holes near the grip), 61 inches; the arrow boxes with six matched arrows each with various crests, both 25 inches (4)
Lot 79
A CASED ALDRED LONGBOW WITH TWO SETS OF ARROWS, LATE 19TH/EARLY 20TH CENTURY the bow of yew, with 27# draw weight, horn nocks (one loose), inlaid arrow pass, green cloth-covered grip, stamped 'Aldred London' and '27', length 63 inches; the first set of four arrows stamped 'matched and tested Purle, Made in England, manufactured for Lilywhites, 4*3', 26 inches, painted blue with gold bands; the second set of six arrows similar, painted red with green and gold bands; together with two further 26 inch arrows; in a fine dark stained wooden case lined with green baize, two folding arrow holders, and a small central compartment, 171.0 cm
Lot 88
FIVE CASES OF ALDRED ARROWS, 19TH-20TH CENTURY the first case with six arrows marked 'Olive Knight' with yellow and black banding on three arrows and blue and white on the others, 25 inches; the second similar, with blue paint and red and gold banding, 28 inches; the third with ten arrows marked 'Ryall Webb', painted blue, 28 inches; the fourth with eleven arrows painted blue with red and gold banding, 25 inches; the fifth with eleven arrows, aluminium nocks, painted white with red and yellow banding, 25 inches; the cases 66.5 cm (restorations throughout) (5)
Lot 82
AN EARLY LAMINATED BOW AND TWO PRESENTATION LONGBOWS, 19TH/20TH CENTURY the first constructed of four laminations of wood, in typical longbow d-shaped section, horn nocks, patterned binding above and below the burgundy cloth-covered grip, along with white metal bands either side, 56 inches; the first presentation bow by Aldred, continental yew, 30# draw weight, the plaque inscribed 'Given by F. Pickup, 28th July 1891 for best score, Alveston', 64 inches; the third of unusual section with fluted back and rounded belly, white metal nocks, brown leather-covered grip (restored), 75.5 inches
Lot 51
THREE LOW POUNDAGE SCOTTISH BOWS, LATE 19TH/EARLY 20TH CENTURY the first by Fergie, of thin lancewood, horn nocks and green cloth-covered grip, 57 inches, the second also by Fergie, marked 'Fergie late Muir, Edinburgh',with string, 53 inches, the third similar, marked 'Muir Edinburgh', 22# draw weight, with string, 56 inches (3)
Lot 75
A CASED SET OF FOUR ALDRED LONGBOWS AND TWO SETS OF ARROWS, LATE 19TH/EARLY 20TH CENTURY the first bow of yew, with 50# draw weight, horn nocks, inlaid arrow pass, green cloth-covered grip, stamped 'Aldred London' and '50', length 72 inches; the second similar, of stained lancewood, 46# draw weight, length 72 inches; the third similar, of yew-backed yew, 50# draw weight, length 72 inches; the fourth similar, of stained lancewood, 43# draw weight, with a pink mark on the back of the bow, length 72 inches; the first set of eight arrows 28 inches, painted red with white and gold bands; the second set of six arrows 28 inches, painted with red white and gold bands; the case marked 'F. Windley, Garsington, Oxon', with original leather straps, two folding arrow holders, and a small compartment with a leather bracer (some replacement hinges and fittings), 196.0 cm
Lot 81
TWO PRESENTATION LONGBOWS BY ALDRED, LATE 19TH/EARLY 20TH CENTURY the first of yew, 52# draw weight, horn nocks with the top nock shaped as a cockerel, green cloth-covered grip, silver band inscribed ' Presented by Thomas Aldred, Bowyer and Fletcher, 126 Oxford Street, London', 71 inches; the second made of an unidentified stained wood , 48# draw weight, inlaid rectangular silver bar, 70 inches (2)
Lot 57
A PARTICIPATION MEDAL FOR THE 1908 OLYMPIC GAMES, AND THREE ADVERTISING ARCHERY MEDALS the first of pewter, the front depicting a chariot, driver and judge with victory palm, the rear depicting the goddess Fame on a globe, inscribed 'Elis, Athens, Paris, St Louis, London, In commemoration of the Olympic Games held in London 1908', signed B Mackennall and minted by Vaughton; the three archery medals circa 1980, depicting a right-facing bowman encircled by the text 'Archery London 1908' on one side, the rear with Union flag and Olympic rings encircled by the text 'Commemoration of the Olympic Games, 1896-1984', with suspension ring, two medals made of white metal and one of copper alloy, 5.0 cm (4)
Lot 76
A CASED SET OF THREE ALDRED LONGBOWS WITH TWO SETS OF ARROWS, LATE 19TH/EARLY 20TH CENTURY the first of yew, with an original draw weight of 54#, horn nocks, inlaid arrow pass, green cloth-covered grip, associated string, stamped 'Aldred London' and ' 54 48 51' with arrow markings, length 72 inches; the second similar, of hickory-backed lemonwood, 40# draw weight, length 71 inches; the third similar, of stained lancewood, 42# draw weight, length 71 inches; the first set of thirteen arrows signed 'J.T. Hyde', 28 inches, painted red with white and gold bands; the second set of four arrows also signed 'J.T. Hyde', 28 inches, painted yellow with red and blue bands; along with eight further arrows; the case marked 'J.T. Hyde', with two folding arrow holders and a small compartment (some restorations), 195.0 cm
Lot 1
THE KING'S PRIZE TO THE ROYAL COMPANY OF ARCHERS, GAINED BY CAPTAIN ROBERT HAY â—‰ :A GEORGE IV SILVER TEAPOT, JAMES MCKAY, EDINBURGH, 1821 with circular lid topped with laurel knob, bordered by decorative scrollwork, decorative foliage on the handle, gadrooned rim, similar decorative foliage designs and scrollwork on the spout, inscribed ' The King's Prize to the Royal Company of Archers, gained by Captain Robert Hay, R.N., 7th July, 1821',on one side of the body and engraved with full Royal Coat-of-Arms on the other, 27.5 cm, 640g including ivory insulators ProvenanceThomson Roddick Callan, Antiques and Works of Art, 10 March 2022, lot 76 Captain Robert Hay is listed in (Marshall, 1833, p.434) as follows:'Passed his examination in Mar. 1812; obtained a commission on the 13th Aug. following; and subsequently served under Captains John Ferris Devonshire and John Coode, in the Albion 74; of which ship he was first lieutenant at the battle of Algiers. His promotion to the rank of commander took place Sept. 16th, 1816. In May 1821, this officer won the prize given by the Edinburgh Royal Company of Archers, after a contest of three days in Hope Park. On the 14th June, 1822, he was appointed to the Delight sloop, fitting out for the Cape of Good Hope station; and on the 23d Feb. 1824, he perished, with all his officers and crew; owing to that vessel having been taken a-back in a heavy gust of wind, which sent her down stern-foremost, when about to enter Port Louis.'
Lot 87
SIX CASES OF ALDRED ARROWS, 19TH-20TH CENTURY the first case with four arrows marked 'A. Birt', painted salmon pink with black and gold banding, 25 inches; the second similar, with six arrows, red, blue and gold banding, 25 inches (some mould); the third with six arrows, marked 'R.R.R.', painted white and red, 27 inches; the fourth with five arrows, marked 'EGH:' painted with silver and blue bands, 25 inches; the fifth with five arrows, numbered and painted with red and gold banding, 25 inches; the sixth with six arrows, marked 'W. DOD.' painted gold with red and banding, 28 inches, the cases 74.0 cm (restorations throughout) (6)
Lot 94
FOUR CASES OF ARROWS BY AYRES AND FERGIE, 19TH/20TH CENTURY the first case by Ayres, with ten arrows painted with blue, red, and gold banding, 25 inches; the second by Fergie, with six arrows, marked 'A.L.B', painted yellow with black and gold banding, 25 inches; the third by Ayres, with six arrows, painted with yellow, blue, and gold bands, 28 inches; the fourth with eleven arrows by Fergie, marked 'L. Mc.Kinlay', painted red with white and gold bands, 24.5 inches; the case 66.5 cm (restorations throughout) (4)
Lot 90
FIVE CASES OF ALDRED ARROWS, 19TH-20TH CENTURY the first case with six arrows marked 'M.A.P' painted blue with red and gold banding, 25 inches, the second similar, marked 'C.E. Hay', aluminium nocks, with white paint and green and black banding, 28 inches, the third with five arrows, painted with silver and green bands, 25 inches, the fourth with six arrows painted red with blue and gold banding, 25 inches, the fifth with nine arrows, painted with purple, gold, and green banding, 28 inches, the case 74.0 cm (restorations throughout) (5)
Lot 74
A CASED SET OF FOUR ALDRED LONGBOWS AND TWO SETS OF ARROWS, LATE 19TH/EARLY 20TH CENTURY the first bow of yew, with 53# draw weight, horn nocks, inlaid arrow pass, green cloth-covered grip, stamped 'Aldred London' and '53' with arrow markings, length 72 inches; the second similar, of yew, 50# draw weight, length 72 inches; the third similar, of lancewood, 30# draw weight, length 72 inches; the fourth similar, of yew, 54# draw weight, length 72 inches; the first set of six arrows 28 inches, painted blue with yellow bands and small arrowheads; the second set of eight arrows 25.5 inches, painted red with blue and white bands; the case marked 'H.W.S', with two folding arrow holders and a small compartment with a finger tab and bracer (restorations), 195.0 cm
Lot 102
THREE CASED ARROW SETS, LATE 20TH CENTURY the first two cases by Ambion, made for Bill Terry in 1988-89, one with ten arrows numbered and painted with green, brown, grey, and red bands, 28.5 inches; the second with eight numbered arrows painted with the same bands, 28.5 inches; the third with twelve arrows by F. Russell French, numbered and labelled 'Ian Martin', painted black with green, gold and yellow bands, 28 inches; the cases 73.0 cm (3)
Lot 77
SIX CASED ALDRED LONGBOWS AND TWO SETS OF ARROWS, LATE 19TH EARLY 20TH CENTURY the first of yew, with 44# draw weight, horn nocks, inlaid arrow pass, green cloth-covered grip, stamped 'Aldred London' and '44', length 72 inches; the second and third similar, of hickory-backed lemonwood, 40 and 47# draw weights, one inscribed 'The Coney' length 72 inches; the fourth, fifth and sixth all similar, of stained lancewood, 42, 43 and 50# draw weights respectively, one 69 inches in length with blue cloth-covered handle, the others 72 inches; the first set of eight arrows 28 inches, painted with red white and gold bands; the second set of six arrows 27.5 inches, painted black with red and white bands; in a green baize lined wooden case with two arrow holders (replacement hinges and fittings), 196.0 cm
Lot 89
FIVE CASES OF ALDRED ARROWS, 19TH-20TH CENTURY the first case with six arrows, signed 'R.H.M', painted white with blue and red banding, horn nocks, 28 inches; the second similar, twelve arrows, with white paint and green and gold banding, 25 inches; the third similar, twelve arrows, painted white with red bands, 27 inches; the fourth with twelve arrows, plain nocks, blue and yellow banding, 28 inches; the fifth with six arrows, signed 'Colin Murray', horn nocks, painted red with white and green banding, 25 inches, the cases 66.5 cm (restorations throughout) (5)
Lot 190
LOUIS C. TIFFANY FURNACES INC (AMERICAN) 'FAVRILE' DESK CLOCK, MODEL NO.360; FIRST HALF 20TH CENTURY Bronze, brass and enamel Clockface stamped TIFFANY & CO/NEW YORK; Stamped to the underside with FAVRILE/LOUIS C. TIFFANY FURNACES INC/360; Movement stamped CHELSEA CLOCK CO./BOSTON U.S.A./159365 14.5cm high, 14cm wide, 10cm deep Condition Report: There is some missing enamel, particularly to two of the lower right hand squares, some bruising/repair to the enamel rectangle in top right corner and peach enamel to top left corner circle has rubbed away. Lots of patchiness and rubbing and a fair bit of oxidation to the metal. The underside is really marked and scratched, but this is out of view.In this sale, the timepiece is being offered for its decorative/design merit and we have not had the movement tested (and are unfortunately unable to provide this service). However the movement does wind, and appears to be in good working order, with a tick. Please see link to additional images/video.Condition Report Disclaimer
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