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Lot 1567
Saite Period, 624-525 BC. A pale blue glazed composition amuletic plaque with high-relief figures of Isis, Harpocrates and Nephthys; loop to the reverse. See Andrews, C. Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994. 5.47 grams, 29mm (1 1/4"). Ex Michael Nellist collection, Cornwall, UK; acquired on the UK art market 1970-2000. The Mike Nellist Collection. His interest in antiquity was piqued when, during the 1970s, he spent some time working in Israel and had the opportunity to visit Roman-period locations including Lake Galilee and Masada, the site of the famous Judaean revolt and subsequent massacre. He made his first purchases at that time and was soon building an enviable collection of artefacts. While at university, he was able to study human remains at first hand in conjunction with archaeological research and from there his passion for the human aspects of historical research was kindled. Now retired, Mike indulges one of his other passions – wildlife and nature photography. Very fine condition.
Lot 1631
Mainly Late Period, 664-332 BC. A mixed group of glazed composition and stone amulets including a lotus leaf, wedjat, figure of Harpocrates and others. 9.25 grams total, 13-19mm (1/2 - 3/4"). Ex Michael Nellist collection, Cornwall, UK; acquired on the UK art market 1970-2000. The Mike Nellist Collection. His interest in antiquity was piqued when, during the 1970s, he spent some time working in Israel and had the opportunity to visit Roman-period locations including Lake Galilee and Masada, the site of the famous Judaean revolt and subsequent massacre. He made his first purchases at that time and was soon building an enviable collection of artefacts. While at university, he was able to study human remains at first hand in conjunction with archaeological research and from there his passion for the human aspects of historical research was kindled. Now retired, Mike indulges one of his other passions – wildlife and nature photography. number of items [10 No Reserve] Fine condition.
Lot 1296
1145-1150 AD. BMC type 2. Obv: profile bust left with sceptre before and +STIEFNE legend. Rev: short voided cross with mullet in angles with +IORDAN:ON:hE: legend for the moneyer Jordan at Hertford mint. S. 1280; N.878; see Allen, Dr Martin, Mints and Moneyers of England and Wales, 1066-1158 BNJ 82 2012 and Addenda, BNJ 86 2016 for up to date listings of mints, moneyers and the ttypes struck (this coin not listed therein but to be included in future Addenda"). See Early Medieval Corpus, Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge, reference EMC 2016.0234 (this coin"). 1.30 grams. . Found near Worlingworth, Suffolk, UK, 2016. The mint at Hertford struck in the reign of Henry I (type 2) but this is the first coin attributed to that mint for Stephen and no later issues are known; the only other mint signing HE is Hereford but this mint is not a candidate for coins of Stephen, Type 2. Near as struck. Unique mint and moneyer name for the reign; an important coin.
Lot 1535
Ptolemaic Period, 332-30 BC. A D-section rectangular serpentine amuletic plaque with low-relief image of a facing female in pleated skirt with hands raised to a pot on her head. 5.81 grams, 30mm (1 1/4"). Ex Michael Nellist collection, Cornwall, UK; acquired on the UK art market 1970-2000. The Mike Nellist Collection. His interest in antiquity was piqued when, during the 1970s, he spent some time working in Israel and had the opportunity to visit Roman-period locations including Lake Galilee and Masada, the site of the famous Judaean revolt and subsequent massacre. He made his first purchases at that time and was soon building an enviable collection of artefacts. While at university, he was able to study human remains at first hand in conjunction with archaeological research and from there his passion for the human aspects of historical research was kindled. Now retired, Mike indulges one of his other passions – wildlife and nature photography. [No Reserve] Fine condition.
Lot 2877
. A piece of one of the most interesting Chondrites found in northwest Africa; a much studied meteorite, classified variously as L4 to L6 with some examples showing brecciation and higher metal content than others; this example seems to be an L4/5 and shows some regmaglypting and primary fusion crust. Cf. Meteoritical Bulletin #90 classified as NWA 869 an L4-6 fragmental breccia with a Shock Rating of S3 and a Weathering Level of W1. 27.37 grams, 45mm (1 3/4"). Found near Tindouf, Algeria, North West Africa; from the historic ‘Victorian Museum’ collection and later of Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's); formerly Gregory, Bottley & Co. (1932-1981) and previously J. R. Gregory & Co. (1898-1932); originally James Reynolds Gregory (1858-1898"). This item is part of a historic collection of fossils and minerals which has recently been reviewed by leading geological expert Dr. Ronald Bonewitz. The firm Gregory, Bottley and Lloyd (Gregory's), was acquired by TimeLine Auctions in 2016. London-born James Reynolds Gregory (1832-1899) founded the company, which is the second longest-running gem and fossil dealership in the world. James was educated at Archbishop Tennison's School, and afterward found employment in a jewellery company on Regent Street. In 1858 he established his own business in King William Street. A few years later he moved to ‘very extensive premises’ in Golden Square, Covent Garden. He was one of the best known dealers in London, exhibiting at major commercial shows throughout the world and winning awards for excellence in Paris in 1867 Sydney in 1879 and London in 1862 1883 and 1884. James primarily bought his stock at auction, from collectors and other dealers, and supplied many major collectors and scientists of his day. He built superb personal collections, a selection going to the British Museum. He wrote many papers and was a member of several learned societies including the Society of Arts. The business became known as J.R. Gregory & Company in 1896 still under James' management with the assistance of his son Albert Gregory (b.1864"). When James died three years later, the business passed to Albert. At the end of the 19th century most London dealers had folded or retired, many selling out to J.R. Gregory & Co. Albert continued by acquiring Russell and Shaw (Est. 1848) in 1925 and Francis H. Butler (Est. 1884) in 1927. Percy Bottley (1904-1980) took over the company in 1931 renaming it Gregory, Bottley & Company with respect to his predecessors. Percy’s company survived the 2nd World War by buying out all of its competitors, including the supplier to Pitt-Rivers, Samuel Henson (Est. 1840) and G.H. Richards (Est. 1897) in 1936. Percy also added many important collections to his stock including those of Rev. F. Holmes in 1940 and the Graves collection in 1943. Following Percy's death in 1981 the business was sold to Brian Lloyd, whereupon it became Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd. Brian had been Sotheby’s main Natural History expert in the 1960s and 1970s, and subsequently traded from Pall Mall. The business continued to thrive, and Brian purchased the Joseph Neeld (1789-1856) collection in 1974 and the historic gold collection of H.S. Gordon, first exhibited at the Empire Exhibition, South Africa in 1936. Brian moved the business to 12-13 Rickett Street in 1982 and to 13 Seagrave Road in 1993. He carried on the company's specialization in historic collections, most recently acquiring that of Robert Ferguson (1767-1840) in 2000. The business moved to Walmer in Kent in 2008 and was acquired by TimeLine in April 2016. Trading History Est. 1858 (59 Frith Street, Soho) 1859 - 1861 (3 King William Street, Strand) 1862 - 1866 (25 Golden Square, Covent Garden) 1866 - 1874 (15 Russell Street, Covent Garden) 1874 - 1895 (88 Charlotte Street, Fitzroy Square) 1896 - 1906 (1 Kelso Place, Kensington) 1907 - 1926 (139 Fulham Road, Chelsea) 1926 - 1981 (30 (Old) Church Street, Chelsea) 1982 - 1993 (12-13 Rickett Street, Fulham) 1993 - 2007 (13 Seagrave Road, Fulham) 2008 - 2016 (59 Liverpool Road, Walmer, Kent) 2016 - (363 Main Road, Harwich, Essex) [No Reserve] Extremely fine condition.
Lot 1617
Third Intermediate Period, 1069-702 BC. A green glazed composition amulet with openwork wedjat in a frame with rilled edges. Cf. Andrews, C. Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994 item 46(f"). 0.84 grams, 13mm (1/2"). Ex Michael Nellist collection, Cornwall, UK; acquired on the UK art market 1970-2000. The Mike Nellist Collection. His interest in antiquity was piqued when, during the 1970s, he spent some time working in Israel and had the opportunity to visit Roman-period locations including Lake Galilee and Masada, the site of the famous Judaean revolt and subsequent massacre. He made his first purchases at that time and was soon building an enviable collection of artefacts. While at university, he was able to study human remains at first hand in conjunction with archaeological research and from there his passion for the human aspects of historical research was kindled. Now retired, Mike indulges one of his other passions – wildlife and nature photography. [No Reserve] Fine condition.
Lot 1533
Late Period, 664-332 BC. A carnelian snake-head amulet, plano-convex in section. Cf. Flinders Petrie, W.M. Amulets illustrated by the Egyptian Collection in University College, London, reprinted London, 1994 item 97(c"). 1.69 grams, 20mm (3/4"). Ex Michael Nellist collection, Cornwall, UK; acquired on the UK art market 1970-2000. The Mike Nellist Collection. His interest in antiquity was piqued when, during the 1970s, he spent some time working in Israel and had the opportunity to visit Roman-period locations including Lake Galilee and Masada, the site of the famous Judaean revolt and subsequent massacre. He made his first purchases at that time and was soon building an enviable collection of artefacts. While at university, he was able to study human remains at first hand in conjunction with archaeological research and from there his passion for the human aspects of historical research was kindled. Now retired, Mike indulges one of his other passions – wildlife and nature photography. [No Reserve] Very fine condition.
Lot 1632
Mainly Late Period, 664-332 BC. A mixed group of ceramic moulds for amulets comprising: a rosette, an advancing figure with staff, a crouching figure with one hand raised to his mouth; a seated figure of Isis(?) 32 grams total, 26-48mm (1 - 2"). Ex Michael Nellist collection, Cornwall, UK; acquired on the UK art market 1970-2000. The Mike Nellist Collection. His interest in antiquity was piqued when, during the 1970s, he spent some time working in Israel and had the opportunity to visit Roman-period locations including Lake Galilee and Masada, the site of the famous Judaean revolt and subsequent massacre. He made his first purchases at that time and was soon building an enviable collection of artefacts. While at university, he was able to study human remains at first hand in conjunction with archaeological research and from there his passion for the human aspects of historical research was kindled. Now retired, Mike indulges one of his other passions – wildlife and nature photography. [4 No Reserve] Fine condition.
Lot 1536
New Kingdom, 1550-1070 BC. A red jasper amulet of the tilapia fish, symbolic of regeneration. Cf. Andrews, C. Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994 item 93(c"). 0.19 grams, 12mm (1/2"). Ex Michael Nellist collection, Cornwall, UK; acquired on the UK art market 1970-2000. The Mike Nellist Collection. His interest in antiquity was piqued when, during the 1970s, he spent some time working in Israel and had the opportunity to visit Roman-period locations including Lake Galilee and Masada, the site of the famous Judaean revolt and subsequent massacre. He made his first purchases at that time and was soon building an enviable collection of artefacts. While at university, he was able to study human remains at first hand in conjunction with archaeological research and from there his passion for the human aspects of historical research was kindled. Now retired, Mike indulges one of his other passions – wildlife and nature photography. [No Reserve] Very fine condition.
Lot 2968
. A large piece of opal in matrix with colour diffracting mostly in blue and green. See Bonewitz, Dr. Ronald Louis, Rocks & Minerals, 2008 p.232-233 95 grams, 50mm (2"). From Australia; from the historic ‘Victorian Museum’ or later collection of Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's); formerly Gregory, Bottley & Co. (1932-1981) and previously J. R. Gregory & Co. (1898-1932); originally James Reynolds Gregory (1858-1898"). This item is part of a historic collection of fossils and minerals which has recently been reviewed by leading geological expert Dr. Ronald Bonewitz. The firm Gregory, Bottley and Lloyd (Gregory's), was acquired by TimeLine Auctions in 2016. London-born James Reynolds Gregory (1832-1899) founded the company, which is the second longest-running gem and fossil dealership in the world. James was educated at Archbishop Tennison's School, and afterward found employment in a jewellery company on Regent Street. In 1858 he established his own business in King William Street. A few years later he moved to ‘very extensive premises’ in Golden Square, Covent Garden. He was one of the best known dealers in London, exhibiting at major commercial shows throughout the world and winning awards for excellence in Paris in 1867 Sydney in 1879 and London in 1862 1883 and 1884. James primarily bought his stock at auction, from collectors and other dealers, and supplied many major collectors and scientists of his day. He built superb personal collections, a selection going to the British Museum. He wrote many papers and was a member of several learned societies including the Society of Arts. The business became known as J.R. Gregory & Company in 1896 still under James' management with the assistance of his son Albert Gregory (b.1864"). When James died three years later, the business passed to Albert. At the end of the 19th century most London dealers had folded or retired, many selling out to J.R. Gregory & Co. Albert continued by acquiring Russell and Shaw (Est. 1848) in 1925 and Francis H. Butler (Est. 1884) in 1927. Percy Bottley (1904-1980) took over the company in 1931 renaming it Gregory, Bottley & Company with respect to his predecessors. Percy’s company survived the 2nd World War by buying out all of its competitors, including the supplier to Pitt-Rivers, Samuel Henson (Est. 1840) and G.H. Richards (Est. 1897) in 1936. Percy also added many important collections to his stock including those of Rev. F. Holmes in 1940 and the Graves collection in 1943. Following Percy's death in 1981 the business was sold to Brian Lloyd, whereupon it became Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd. Brian had been Sotheby’s main Natural History expert in the 1960s and 1970s, and subsequently traded from Pall Mall. The business continued to thrive, and Brian purchased the Joseph Neeld (1789-1856) collection in 1974 and the historic gold collection of H.S. Gordon, first exhibited at the Empire Exhibition, South Africa in 1936. Brian moved the business to 12-13 Rickett Street in 1982 and to 13 Seagrave Road in 1993. He carried on the company's specialization in historic collections, most recently acquiring that of Robert Ferguson (1767-1840) in 2000. The business moved to Walmer in Kent in 2008 and was acquired by TimeLine in April 2016. Trading History Est. 1858 (59 Frith Street, Soho) 1859 - 1861 (3 King William Street, Strand) 1862 - 1866 (25 Golden Square, Covent Garden) 1866 - 1874 (15 Russell Street, Covent Garden) 1874 - 1895 (88 Charlotte Street, Fitzroy Square) 1896 - 1906 (1 Kelso Place, Kensington) 1907 - 1926 (139 Fulham Road, Chelsea) 1926 - 1981 (30 (Old) Church Street, Chelsea) 1982 - 1993 (12-13 Rickett Street, Fulham) 1993 - 2007 (13 Seagrave Road, Fulham) 2008 - 2016 (59 Liverpool Road, Walmer, Kent) 2016 - (363 Main Road, Harwich, Essex) [No Reserve] Extremely fine condition. Large flashes of colour.
Lot 409
5th century BC. A carved stone masterpiece; the jug with ribbed body, rosette base, ibex head spout, everted rim, handle formed as a monstrous head, some abrasion and piercing to the body; accompanied by an original old scholarly note, typed and signed by W.G. Lambert, late Professor of Assyriology, University of Birmingham, 1970-1993 which states: 'Inscribed Ancient Iranian Stone Jug. Height: 11.6cm Max.diam. 8cm. This is made of dark stone, with flat base, sides that first flare out a little then rise, slowly flaring in to the top. On one side there is a handle joining the lip in a lion's head, and on the opposite side there is a spout in the form of an ibex head. The base is decorated with a rosette of eight petals, and the sides are decorated with twelve ridges from base to handle. Below the lip there is the end of an inscription in Elamite cuneiform: [Da-r]i-ia-ma-u-ish sunki ir-shá-ak 'Darius, Great King. This probably refers to Darius I who ruled 522-486 B.C., but there was Darius II who ruled 424-405 B.C. and Darius III who ruled 336-331 B.C. This is an outstanding work of Achaemenid art and the greater part is very well preserved, but the top of the jug on the side with the spout has been damaged and is restored [since removed]. As a jug it is rare.' [A video of this lot is available on the TimeLine Auctions website] 304 grams, 11.5cm (4 1/2"). From an important London collection formed before 1980. Fine condition. A rare and important work of art.
Lot 1619
Saite Period, 624-525 BC. A green glazed composition amulet of the djed pillar with dorsal stem. Cf. Andrews, C. Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994 item 84(c"). 3.22 grams, 36mm (1 1/2"). Ex Michael Nellist collection, Cornwall, UK; acquired on the UK art market 1970-2000. The Mike Nellist Collection. His interest in antiquity was piqued when, during the 1970s, he spent some time working in Israel and had the opportunity to visit Roman-period locations including Lake Galilee and Masada, the site of the famous Judaean revolt and subsequent massacre. He made his first purchases at that time and was soon building an enviable collection of artefacts. While at university, he was able to study human remains at first hand in conjunction with archaeological research and from there his passion for the human aspects of historical research was kindled. Now retired, Mike indulges one of his other passions – wildlife and nature photography. Very fine condition.
Lot 416
Ur III, dated to 2036 BC. A baked clay pillow-shaped tablet from an important palace archive of the Sumerian city Iri-Saĝrig, dated to 2036 BC, with cuneiform text on both sides and one long edge: '30 sila barley, 3 mana wool to Belidumqi, its silver is 10 shekels. 30 sila barley, 3 mana wool to her son Ummetab, its silver is 10 shekels. Remainder repay to Adalal, overseer of boat tower. Month Ezem-Shulgi. 30 sila barley, 3 mana wool to Kuritum, its silver is 10 shekels. 30 sila barley, 3 mana wool to her son Geme-Nungal, its silver is 5 shekels. Wife of Ilibilani. Son of Dameqilum. Remainder repay to Puzur-haia, chief administrator of a household. Month Nigega, place of granary supervisor Ilumbani. Total: 4 female workers [received] 30 sila barley, 3 mana wool each. Barley rations 120 sila, wool rations 12 mana. Remainder repay to requisitioner [...]-hi-la, overseer of weavers. [Overseer] Alinisu. Responsible Urmes, governor. Month Ezem-Shulgi. Month Dirig Shekigku. Year Shu-Suen became king.' 97 grams, 80mm (3 1/4"). Property of a Scandinavian collector; formerly in a London, UK, collection: formed in the 1980s. Published: David I. Owen, Cuneiform Texts Primarily from Iri-Saĝrig/Āl-Šarrākī and the History of the Ur III Period, CDL Press 2013, pp 138-139, text no.200. This text dates to the first year of King Shu-Sin, the king of the Ur III. The text is particularly interesting because the amounts of barley and wool are followed by the silver equivalents. Silver served as a standard of value: each commodity has a notional value in silver, though few people would handle it. This is an important tablet for the economic history of Sumer. According to Prof. David Owen, the Iri-Saĝrig archive is probably the archive of a governor whose office was in the local palace. The king and other members of the royal family occasionally travelled to Iri-Saĝrig, perhaps on their way to or from Nippur or other towns. No town in Sumer was visited more often by the king than Iri-Saĝrig. Very fine condition, chipped
Lot 1523
First Intermediate Period, 2181–2055 BC. A carved lapis lazuli amulet of a bird standing on a rectangular base, hatched detailing to the wings. Cf. Andrews, C. Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994 item 4(fr) for type. 1.57 grams, 18mm (3/4"). Ex Michael Nellist collection, Cornwall, UK; acquired on the UK art market 1970-2000. The Mike Nellist Collection. His interest in antiquity was piqued when, during the 1970s, he spent some time working in Israel and had the opportunity to visit Roman-period locations including Lake Galilee and Masada, the site of the famous Judaean revolt and subsequent massacre. He made his first purchases at that time and was soon building an enviable collection of artefacts. While at university, he was able to study human remains at first hand in conjunction with archaeological research and from there his passion for the human aspects of historical research was kindled. Now retired, Mike indulges one of his other passions – wildlife and nature photography. Very fine condition.
Lot 301
Han Dynasty, 206 BC-220 AD. A gilt bronze figure of a reclining camel with legs tucked under the body, head tilted slightly back, detailing of fur to the mane. 160 grams, 55mm (2.5"). Property of a London collector; by inheritance from his grandfather; acquired during travels in the Far East in the 1920s. The camel was arguably of far greater significance than the horse in the history of the Silk Road. Domesticated as long ago as the fourth millennium BC, by the first millennium BC camels were prominently depicted on Assyrian and Achaemenid Persian carved reliefs and figured in Biblical texts as indicators of wealth. In China awareness of the value of the camel was heightened by the interactions between the Han and the Xiongnu toward the end of the first millennium BC when camels were listed among the animals taken captive on military campaigns or sent as diplomatic gifts or objects of trade in exchange for Chinese silk. Campaigns of the Chinese army to the north and west against nomads invariably required support by large trains of camels to carry supplies. Fine condition.
Lot 322
Late 20th century AD. A vibrant painting on hand-dyed batik fabric depicting a girl and two youths gathering fruit from the trees; held in contemporary glazed frame with an engraved metal tag reading 'CHOO KENG KWANG'; the reverse of the panel with stamp for 'MERLIN FRAME MAKER SINGAPORE'. See Choo, Keng Kwang, The Selected Works of Choo Keng Kwang, Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, 2002 for many examples of his works. 4.8 kg, frame 55x85cm, print 46x72cm (21 1/2 x 33 1/2"). From the Tan family collection, South East London, UK; acquired from a Singapore collector when living in Singapore. Choo Keng Kwang (born 3 June 1931) is a renowned first generation Singapore artist, famous for his scenes of Indonesia and he has many commissions to his credit including from the Singapore Government for use as state gifts to such as President Anwar Sadat of Egypt, Chairman Mao Tse-Tung of China and many others; using his method of preparing dyed fabric with the batik technique of wax and tying, he produces canvases that he then paints upon providing a distinctive style and vibrancy; a copy of an interview with the artist, at the age of 84 years and published in The Epoch Times issue for 19 June-2 July 2015 is included. Fine condition.
Lot 1528
New Kingdom, 1550-1070 BC. A carved carnelian amulet of two conjoined hearts modelled in the round. See Andrews, C. Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994 item 66(b) for type. 1.83 grams, 17mm (3/4"). Ex Michael Nellist collection, Cornwall, UK; acquired on the UK art market 1970-2000. The Mike Nellist Collection. His interest in antiquity was piqued when, during the 1970s, he spent some time working in Israel and had the opportunity to visit Roman-period locations including Lake Galilee and Masada, the site of the famous Judaean revolt and subsequent massacre. He made his first purchases at that time and was soon building an enviable collection of artefacts. While at university, he was able to study human remains at first hand in conjunction with archaeological research and from there his passion for the human aspects of historical research was kindled. Now retired, Mike indulges one of his other passions – wildlife and nature photography. Fine condition.
Lot 1518
Second Intermediate Period, 1650-1550 BC. A steatite(?) amulet of a reclining lion on a base, head turned to the left. Cf. Andrews, C. Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994 item 54(k"). 8.11 grams, 26mm (1"). Ex Michael Nellist collection, Cornwall, UK; acquired on the UK art market 1970-2000. The Mike Nellist Collection. His interest in antiquity was piqued when, during the 1970s, he spent some time working in Israel and had the opportunity to visit Roman-period locations including Lake Galilee and Masada, the site of the famous Judaean revolt and subsequent massacre. He made his first purchases at that time and was soon building an enviable collection of artefacts. While at university, he was able to study human remains at first hand in conjunction with archaeological research and from there his passion for the human aspects of historical research was kindled. Now retired, Mike indulges one of his other passions – wildlife and nature photography. Very fine condition.
Lot 1531
Late Period, 664-332 BC. A carnelian scarab with incised carapace detail to upper and lower face. Cf. Flinders Petrie, W.M. Amulets illustrated by the Egyptian Collection in University College, London, reprinted London, 1994 item 89(a"). 2.98 grams, 16mm (3/4"). Ex Michael Nellist collection, Cornwall, UK; acquired on the UK art market 1970-2000. The Mike Nellist Collection. His interest in antiquity was piqued when, during the 1970s, he spent some time working in Israel and had the opportunity to visit Roman-period locations including Lake Galilee and Masada, the site of the famous Judaean revolt and subsequent massacre. He made his first purchases at that time and was soon building an enviable collection of artefacts. While at university, he was able to study human remains at first hand in conjunction with archaeological research and from there his passion for the human aspects of historical research was kindled. Now retired, Mike indulges one of his other passions – wildlife and nature photography. Very fine condition.
Lot 2878
. A piece of one of the most interesting Chondrites found in northwest Africa; a much studied meteorite, classified variously as L4 to L6 with some examples showing brecciation and higher metal content than others; this example seems to be an L4/5 and shows some regmaglypting and primary fusion crust. Cf. Meteoritical Bulletin #90 classified as NWA 869 an L4-6 fragmental breccia with a Shock Rating of S3 and a Weathering Level of W1. 6.96 grams, 24mm (1"). Found near Tindouf, Algeria, North West Africa; from the historic ‘Victorian Museum’ collection and later of Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's); formerly Gregory, Bottley & Co. (1932-1981) and previously J. R. Gregory & Co. (1898-1932); originally James Reynolds Gregory (1858-1898"). This item is part of a historic collection of fossils and minerals which has recently been reviewed by leading geological expert Dr. Ronald Bonewitz. The firm Gregory, Bottley and Lloyd (Gregory's), was acquired by TimeLine Auctions in 2016. London-born James Reynolds Gregory (1832-1899) founded the company, which is the second longest-running gem and fossil dealership in the world. James was educated at Archbishop Tennison's School, and afterward found employment in a jewellery company on Regent Street. In 1858 he established his own business in King William Street. A few years later he moved to ‘very extensive premises’ in Golden Square, Covent Garden. He was one of the best known dealers in London, exhibiting at major commercial shows throughout the world and winning awards for excellence in Paris in 1867 Sydney in 1879 and London in 1862 1883 and 1884. James primarily bought his stock at auction, from collectors and other dealers, and supplied many major collectors and scientists of his day. He built superb personal collections, a selection going to the British Museum. He wrote many papers and was a member of several learned societies including the Society of Arts. The business became known as J.R. Gregory & Company in 1896 still under James' management with the assistance of his son Albert Gregory (b.1864"). When James died three years later, the business passed to Albert. At the end of the 19th century most London dealers had folded or retired, many selling out to J.R. Gregory & Co. Albert continued by acquiring Russell and Shaw (Est. 1848) in 1925 and Francis H. Butler (Est. 1884) in 1927. Percy Bottley (1904-1980) took over the company in 1931 renaming it Gregory, Bottley & Company with respect to his predecessors. Percy’s company survived the 2nd World War by buying out all of its competitors, including the supplier to Pitt-Rivers, Samuel Henson (Est. 1840) and G.H. Richards (Est. 1897) in 1936. Percy also added many important collections to his stock including those of Rev. F. Holmes in 1940 and the Graves collection in 1943. Following Percy's death in 1981 the business was sold to Brian Lloyd, whereupon it became Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd. Brian had been Sotheby’s main Natural History expert in the 1960s and 1970s, and subsequently traded from Pall Mall. The business continued to thrive, and Brian purchased the Joseph Neeld (1789-1856) collection in 1974 and the historic gold collection of H.S. Gordon, first exhibited at the Empire Exhibition, South Africa in 1936. Brian moved the business to 12-13 Rickett Street in 1982 and to 13 Seagrave Road in 1993. He carried on the company's specialization in historic collections, most recently acquiring that of Robert Ferguson (1767-1840) in 2000. The business moved to Walmer in Kent in 2008 and was acquired by TimeLine in April 2016. Trading History Est. 1858 (59 Frith Street, Soho) 1859 - 1861 (3 King William Street, Strand) 1862 - 1866 (25 Golden Square, Covent Garden) 1866 - 1874 (15 Russell Street, Covent Garden) 1874 - 1895 (88 Charlotte Street, Fitzroy Square) 1896 - 1906 (1 Kelso Place, Kensington) 1907 - 1926 (139 Fulham Road, Chelsea) 1926 - 1981 (30 (Old) Church Street, Chelsea) 1982 - 1993 (12-13 Rickett Street, Fulham) 1993 - 2007 (13 Seagrave Road, Fulham) 2008 - 2016 (59 Liverpool Road, Walmer, Kent) 2016 - (363 Main Road, Harwich, Essex) [No Reserve] Extremely fine condition.
Lot 1608
18th Dynasty, 1550-1292 BC. A bright blue glazed composition amulet of a palm leaf. Cf. Andrews, C. Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994 item 65(i"). 0.93 grams, 27mm (1"). Ex Michael Nellist collection, Cornwall, UK; acquired on the UK art market 1970-2000. The Mike Nellist Collection. His interest in antiquity was piqued when, during the 1970s, he spent some time working in Israel and had the opportunity to visit Roman-period locations including Lake Galilee and Masada, the site of the famous Judaean revolt and subsequent massacre. He made his first purchases at that time and was soon building an enviable collection of artefacts. While at university, he was able to study human remains at first hand in conjunction with archaeological research and from there his passion for the human aspects of historical research was kindled. Now retired, Mike indulges one of his other passions – wildlife and nature photography. [No Reserve] Fine condition, loop absent.
Lot 1563
New Kingdom, 1550-1070 BC. A yellow glazed composition amulet of sma, the symbol for unification. Cf. Andrews, C. Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994 item 89(b"). 0.06 grams, 16mm (3/4"). Ex Michael Nellist collection, Cornwall, UK; acquired on the UK art market 1970-2000. The Mike Nellist Collection. His interest in antiquity was piqued when, during the 1970s, he spent some time working in Israel and had the opportunity to visit Roman-period locations including Lake Galilee and Masada, the site of the famous Judaean revolt and subsequent massacre. He made his first purchases at that time and was soon building an enviable collection of artefacts. While at university, he was able to study human remains at first hand in conjunction with archaeological research and from there his passion for the human aspects of historical research was kindled. Now retired, Mike indulges one of his other passions – wildlife and nature photography. [No Reserve] Fine condition.
Lot 1359
Dated 1989 AD. Commemorating the five hundredth anniversay of the first gold sovereign coin, set comprising: gold double sovereign (2), sovereign and half sovereign. Obvs: queen enthroned with ELIZABETH II DEI GRA REG FID DEF legend. Rev: crowned Tudor rose with ANNIVERSARY OF THE GOLD SOVEREIGN 1489-1989 legend; in capsules and Royal Mint case of issue, with certificate numbered 07024. S. PGS10-1989. 245 grams total, case 16 x 8.5cm. . [3] Proof, FDC. Scarce; only 7936 sets issued.
Lot 2249
10th-12th century AD. A carved stone panel with ledge to the base supporting a facing female with right hand raised to the shoulder, left hand supporting a frond, two flanking pots to the base; mounted on a custom-made stand. See Harle, J.C. & Topsfield, A. Indian Art in the Ashmolean Museum, Oxford, 1987 for discussion. 1.8 kg, 21cm (8 1/4"). UK art market, acquired prior to 2000. The Apsaras were water spirits who first appeared during the Vedic period of Hindu India. As heavenly beings they are associated with the celestial musicians, the Ghandarvas. They are also associated with fertility and good fortune, but also had a dark side in that they could cause madness. Fine condition.
Lot 917
Neolithic, 6th-4th millennium BC. A large ceramic figurine of a standing male with prominent nose, stub arms extended, incised detail to face and body. Cf. Renfrew, C. The Arts of the First Farmers, Sheffield, 1969 item 152. 250 grams, 17cm (6 3/4"). From an old European collection; acquired in Munich in the 1970s. [No Reserve] Fine condition.
Lot 2160
Majiayao Culture, 3300-2000 BC. A ceramic jar with flaring rim and short neck, globular body with painted decoration of net pattern to the neck, roundels to the body with net and dot pattern separated into zones by vertical lines with triangular patterns below; small lug handles to the sides. 1.80 kg, 26cm (10"). From the Cheuk family collection. The Majiayao culture was a group of Neolithic communities who lived primarily in the upper Yellow River region in eastern Gansu, eastern Qinghai and northern Sichuan, China. The Majiayao culture represents the first time that the Upper Yellow River region was widely occupied by agricultural communities and it is famous for its painted pottery, which is regarded as a peak of pottery manufacturing at that time. Fine condition.
Lot 2879
. A group of one of the most interesting Chondrites found in northwest Africa; a much studied meteorite, classified variously as L4 to L6 with some examples showing brecciation and higher metal content than others; this example seems to be an L4/5 and shows some regmaglypting and primary fusion crust. Cf. Meteoritical Bulletin #90 classified as NWA 869 an L4-6 fragmental breccia with a Shock Rating of S3 and a Weathering Level of W1. 9.66 grams, 9-16mm (1/4 - 3/4"). Found near Tindouf, Algeria, North West Africa; from the historic ‘Victorian Museum’ collection and later of Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd (Gregory's); formerly Gregory, Bottley & Co. (1932-1981) and previously J. R. Gregory & Co. (1898-1932); originally James Reynolds Gregory (1858-1898"). This item is part of a historic collection of fossils and minerals which has recently been reviewed by leading geological expert Dr. Ronald Bonewitz. The firm Gregory, Bottley and Lloyd (Gregory's), was acquired by TimeLine Auctions in 2016. London-born James Reynolds Gregory (1832-1899) founded the company, which is the second longest-running gem and fossil dealership in the world. James was educated at Archbishop Tennison's School, and afterward found employment in a jewellery company on Regent Street. In 1858 he established his own business in King William Street. A few years later he moved to ‘very extensive premises’ in Golden Square, Covent Garden. He was one of the best known dealers in London, exhibiting at major commercial shows throughout the world and winning awards for excellence in Paris in 1867 Sydney in 1879 and London in 1862 1883 and 1884. James primarily bought his stock at auction, from collectors and other dealers, and supplied many major collectors and scientists of his day. He built superb personal collections, a selection going to the British Museum. He wrote many papers and was a member of several learned societies including the Society of Arts. The business became known as J.R. Gregory & Company in 1896 still under James' management with the assistance of his son Albert Gregory (b.1864"). When James died three years later, the business passed to Albert. At the end of the 19th century most London dealers had folded or retired, many selling out to J.R. Gregory & Co. Albert continued by acquiring Russell and Shaw (Est. 1848) in 1925 and Francis H. Butler (Est. 1884) in 1927. Percy Bottley (1904-1980) took over the company in 1931 renaming it Gregory, Bottley & Company with respect to his predecessors. Percy’s company survived the 2nd World War by buying out all of its competitors, including the supplier to Pitt-Rivers, Samuel Henson (Est. 1840) and G.H. Richards (Est. 1897) in 1936. Percy also added many important collections to his stock including those of Rev. F. Holmes in 1940 and the Graves collection in 1943. Following Percy's death in 1981 the business was sold to Brian Lloyd, whereupon it became Gregory, Bottley & Lloyd. Brian had been Sotheby’s main Natural History expert in the 1960s and 1970s, and subsequently traded from Pall Mall. The business continued to thrive, and Brian purchased the Joseph Neeld (1789-1856) collection in 1974 and the historic gold collection of H.S. Gordon, first exhibited at the Empire Exhibition, South Africa in 1936. Brian moved the business to 12-13 Rickett Street in 1982 and to 13 Seagrave Road in 1993. He carried on the company's specialization in historic collections, most recently acquiring that of Robert Ferguson (1767-1840) in 2000. The business moved to Walmer in Kent in 2008 and was acquired by TimeLine in April 2016. Trading History Est. 1858 (59 Frith Street, Soho) 1859 - 1861 (3 King William Street, Strand) 1862 - 1866 (25 Golden Square, Covent Garden) 1866 - 1874 (15 Russell Street, Covent Garden) 1874 - 1895 (88 Charlotte Street, Fitzroy Square) 1896 - 1906 (1 Kelso Place, Kensington) 1907 - 1926 (139 Fulham Road, Chelsea) 1926 - 1981 (30 (Old) Church Street, Chelsea) 1982 - 1993 (12-13 Rickett Street, Fulham) 1993 - 2007 (13 Seagrave Road, Fulham) 2008 - 2016 (59 Liverpool Road, Walmer, Kent) 2016 - (363 Main Road, Harwich, Essex) [6 No Reserve] Extremely fine condition.
Lot 1524
New Kingdom, 1550-1070 BC. A carved lapis lazuli amulet of a squatting frog, pierced laterally. Cf. Andrews, C. Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994 item 28(h"). 1.47 grams, 13mm (1/2"). Ex Michael Nellist collection, Cornwall, UK; acquired on the UK art market 1970-2000. The Mike Nellist Collection. His interest in antiquity was piqued when, during the 1970s, he spent some time working in Israel and had the opportunity to visit Roman-period locations including Lake Galilee and Masada, the site of the famous Judaean revolt and subsequent massacre. He made his first purchases at that time and was soon building an enviable collection of artefacts. While at university, he was able to study human remains at first hand in conjunction with archaeological research and from there his passion for the human aspects of historical research was kindled. Now retired, Mike indulges one of his other passions – wildlife and nature photography. Extremely fine condition.
Lot 1566
Third Intermediate Period, 1069-702 BC. A deep blue glazed composition amulet of Ba, the human headed bird form of the soul, shown in profile with feather and texture detailing. Cf. Andrews, C. Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994 item 25(a) for type. 1.70 grams, 30mm (1 1/4"). Ex Michael Nellist collection, Cornwall, UK; acquired on the UK art market 1970-2000. Horus the Elder is probably one of the original gods in falcon form, alongside Horus of Nekhen and Horus of Edfu. The Mike Nellist Collection. His interest in antiquity was piqued when, during the 1970s, he spent some time working in Israel and had the opportunity to visit Roman-period locations including Lake Galilee and Masada, the site of the famous Judaean revolt and subsequent massacre. He made his first purchases at that time and was soon building an enviable collection of artefacts. While at university, he was able to study human remains at first hand in conjunction with archaeological research and from there his passion for the human aspects of historical research was kindled. Now retired, Mike indulges one of his other passions – wildlife and nature photography. Very fine condition.
Lot 1530
First Intermediate Period, 2181-2055 BC. A carnelian amulet of the right hand with straight fingers and flat palm, pierced suspension lug at the wrist. Cf. Andrews, C. Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994 item 74d. 1.02 grams, 20mm (3/4"). Ex Michael Nellist collection, Cornwall, UK; acquired on the UK art market 1970-2000. The Mike Nellist Collection. His interest in antiquity was piqued when, during the 1970s, he spent some time working in Israel and had the opportunity to visit Roman-period locations including Lake Galilee and Masada, the site of the famous Judaean revolt and subsequent massacre. He made his first purchases at that time and was soon building an enviable collection of artefacts. While at university, he was able to study human remains at first hand in conjunction with archaeological research and from there his passion for the human aspects of historical research was kindled. Now retired, Mike indulges one of his other passions – wildlife and nature photography. Extremely fine condition.
Lot 3468
1422-1430 AD. Obv: facing bust with annulets at neck with HENRIC DI GRA REX AGL Z F legend. Rev: long cross and pellets with annulet in first and third quarters with POSVI DEVM ADIVTORE M and VILLA CALIS legends for Calais mint. S. 1840; N. 1429. 1.36 grams. . [No Reserve] Very fine; slightly clipped.
Lot 1573
Third Intermediate Period, 1069-702 BC. A large olive-green glazed composition bifacial amulet of Bes with applied yellow detailing to the face, beard and other areas. Cf. Andrews, C. Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994 item 37(d) for type. 12 grams, 51mm (2"). Ex Michael Nellist collection, Cornwall, UK; acquired on the UK art market 1970-2000. The Mike Nellist Collection. His interest in antiquity was piqued when, during the 1970s, he spent some time working in Israel and had the opportunity to visit Roman-period locations including Lake Galilee and Masada, the site of the famous Judaean revolt and subsequent massacre. He made his first purchases at that time and was soon building an enviable collection of artefacts. While at university, he was able to study human remains at first hand in conjunction with archaeological research and from there his passion for the human aspects of historical research was kindled. Now retired, Mike indulges one of his other passions – wildlife and nature photography. Fine condition, headdress absent.
Lot 310
6th-2nd century BC. A large bronze harness buckle in the shape of a quadruped beast, jaws open and grasping a deer in its mouth; raised relief eye and curling tail; to the back a stag with elaborate antlers running along the back; mounted on a custom-made stand. 1.7 kg, 26cm including stand (10 1/4"). Property of a London collector; by inheritance from his grandfather; acquired during travels in the Far East in the 1920s. The Ordos culture emerged in the Eurasian steppes north of the Great Wall of China, in the vast expanse of grasslands that stretches from Siberia into Central Europe. By the first millennium B.C., material prosperity among the nomads had brought about a flowering of creativity and the evolution of a new artistic vocabulary. The pastoral peoples left no written record, but the artefacts that remain provide a key to understanding their culture and beliefs. Beautifully crafted and highly sophisticated and abstract in design, these objects are visual representations of the natural and supernatural worlds that guided their lives. An equestrian people, the nomads produced many objects associated with horses and the paraphernalia of riding. These were embellished primarily with animal motifs. The figures that populate these small objects—ibex and hedgehogs, deer and camels, griffins and dragons—at time exhibit violence and aggression, at times an appealing charm, but always spirit and vitality. This animal style would remain a significant source of inspiration in the decorative arts of the Eurasian continent for centuries to come. The artistic exchange between the pastoral peoples and their settled Chinese neighbours through trade, migration, marriage alliances, and warfare contributed to the cultural development of both groups. Fine condition.
Lot 1572
Saite Period, 624-525 BC. A yellow-green glazed composition jackal-head of Anubis with plaque to the chest. Cf. Andrews, C. Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994 item 20(b) for similar jackal-head type. 1.78 grams, 25mm (1"). Ex Michael Nellist collection, Cornwall, UK; acquired on the UK art market 1970-2000. The Mike Nellist Collection. His interest in antiquity was piqued when, during the 1970s, he spent some time working in Israel and had the opportunity to visit Roman-period locations including Lake Galilee and Masada, the site of the famous Judaean revolt and subsequent massacre. He made his first purchases at that time and was soon building an enviable collection of artefacts. While at university, he was able to study human remains at first hand in conjunction with archaeological research and from there his passion for the human aspects of historical research was kindled. Now retired, Mike indulges one of his other passions – wildlife and nature photography. Very fine condition.
Lot 1580
Third Intermediate Period, 1069-702 BC. A green glazed composition figure of Bes sanding nude on a rectangular base, wearing the feather headdress. Cf. Andrews, C. Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994 item 37(d"). 3.01 grams, 34mm (1 1/4"). Ex Michael Nellist collection, Cornwall, UK; acquired on the UK art market 1970-2000. The Mike Nellist Collection. His interest in antiquity was piqued when, during the 1970s, he spent some time working in Israel and had the opportunity to visit Roman-period locations including Lake Galilee and Masada, the site of the famous Judaean revolt and subsequent massacre. He made his first purchases at that time and was soon building an enviable collection of artefacts. While at university, he was able to study human remains at first hand in conjunction with archaeological research and from there his passion for the human aspects of historical research was kindled. Now retired, Mike indulges one of his other passions – wildlife and nature photography. Fine condition.
Lot 1300
1250-1280 AD. First coinage, type III. Obv: profile bust and sceptre with ALEXANDER REX legend with ER ligated. Rev: long voided cross and mullets with ROB ER ONB ER legend with OB and ONB ligated for the moneyer Robert at Berwick (on Tweed) mint. S. 5043; SCBI 35 (Scottish), 101 (same dies"). 1.36 grams. . Very fine.
Lot 1606
18th Dynasty, 1550-1292 BC. A grey glazed composition plano-convex scarab with hieroglyphs to the underside. Cf. Flinders Petrie, W.M. Amulets illustrated by the Egyptian Collection in University College, London, reprinted London, 1994 item 89(h) for type. 0.70 grams, 14mm (1/2"). Ex Michael Nellist collection, Cornwall, UK; acquired from Bernard Pickard; with a copy of the sales listing. The Mike Nellist Collection. His interest in antiquity was piqued when, during the 1970s, he spent some time working in Israel and had the opportunity to visit Roman-period locations including Lake Galilee and Masada, the site of the famous Judaean revolt and subsequent massacre. He made his first purchases at that time and was soon building an enviable collection of artefacts. While at university, he was able to study human remains at first hand in conjunction with archaeological research and from there his passion for the human aspects of historical research was kindled. Now retired, Mike indulges one of his other passions – wildlife and nature photography. [No Reserve] Fine condition.
Lot 1588
Third Intermediate Period, 1069-702 BC. A bronze amulet of Khonsu in the form of a crouching baboon with a headdress formed as full and crescent moons. Cf. Andrews, C. Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994 item 24(c"). 11 grams, 30mm (1 1/4"). Ex Michael Nellist collection, Cornwall, UK; acquired on the UK art market 1970-2000. The Mike Nellist Collection. His interest in antiquity was piqued when, during the 1970s, he spent some time working in Israel and had the opportunity to visit Roman-period locations including Lake Galilee and Masada, the site of the famous Judaean revolt and subsequent massacre. He made his first purchases at that time and was soon building an enviable collection of artefacts. While at university, he was able to study human remains at first hand in conjunction with archaeological research and from there his passion for the human aspects of historical research was kindled. Now retired, Mike indulges one of his other passions – wildlife and nature photography. Fine condition.
Lot 1505
Third Intermediate Period, 1069-702 BC. A large pale olive glazed composition amulet of a sparrowhawk wearing the Double Crown of Egypt Pschent, perched on a rectangular base. 12 grams, 53mm (2"). Ex Michael Nellist collection, Cornwall, UK; acquired on the UK art market 1970-2000. The Mike Nellist Collection. His interest in antiquity was piqued when, during the 1970s, he spent some time working in Israel and had the opportunity to visit Roman-period locations including Lake Galilee and Masada, the site of the famous Judaean revolt and subsequent massacre. He made his first purchases at that time and was soon building an enviable collection of artefacts. While at university, he was able to study human remains at first hand in conjunction with archaeological research and from there his passion for the human aspects of historical research was kindled. Now retired, Mike indulges one of his other passions – wildlife and nature photography. Very fine condition.
Lot 456
A William IV silver presentation wine gobletOf fluted form, adorned with nasturtium style flowers and leaves, on a shaped circular foot with acanthus leaf decoration and chased detail, silver gilt interior, inscribed, 'Presented by the passengers of The Quebec on her first voyage from New York to London to Captain Frederick H Herbard 1836' by John Tapley, London 1835-36, height 16cm, weight approx. 8.7oz CONDITION REPORT: Light wear to inner gilt, item has been engraved to body, otherwise good.
Lot 530
A collection of three provincial silver spoonsThe first, an early 19th Century Scottish silver dessert spoon, of fiddle pattern, initialled, by John Urquhart of Perth, marked 'JU' double headed eagle, 'JU', double headed eagle, circa 1820, the second, an mid 19th Century Scottish silver dessert spoon, of fiddle pattern, initialled, probably by Charles Torchetti of Aberdeen, marked 'CT', gothic A, fleur-dy-lys, gothis A, 'CT', circa 1825, the third, a mid 19th Century silver spoon, old English pattern, marks indistinct, weight combined approx. 3oz (3)
Lot 539
Perth; Two late 18th Century Scottish provincial silver tablespoonsThe first of plain pattern with an elongated stem, by Robert Keay I, Perth, marked 'RK', double headed eagle, 'RK', doubled headed eagle, circa 1800, length 24cm, the second of Hanovarian pattern, crested, the rounded bowl with parallel embossed detail, by James Cornfute, Perth, marked 'IC', double headed eagle, 'IC', double headed eagle, circa 1772, length 20.5cm, weight combined approx. 3.6oz (2)
Lot 136
A leather bound album containing approximately 112 photographs of The Thiele Family, circa 1880-1900Many of the photographs by Reinhold Thiele (1856-1921), Thiele was a famous German photographer who first served his apprenticeship in Hanover, he later moved to London where he was one of the earliest photo journalists, his photograph of the Tower Bridge opening in 1894 was a famous example, photographs of family in Germany to include priests, man with a penny farthing, H G Thiele's grave, Imperial German Soldiers in uniform, children etc. also with this lot is a quantity of research relating to the Thiele family.
Lot 302
9 Bottles (including 50cl) collection of Port and Port style winesComprising 1 bottle Cavendish Vintage Tawny S.Africa 1961, 1 x 50cl bottle Worringham Old Tawny Zimbabwe (from 1970's), 1 bottle Calem 10yo Tawny Port, 1 bottle Kopke 'Old World' Selected Tawny Port, 3 bottles Cockburn's Superior Old Port, 1 bottle Taylors First Estate Port and 1 bottle Offley Boa Vista Reserve Port
Lot 533
Two early 19th Century Scottish provincial silver tablespoonsThe first of plain pattern with an elongated stem, engraved with initials, by Charles Jamieson, Inverness, marked 'CJ', 'INS', camel, 'J', circa 1810, length 22.5cm, the second of plain pattern with an elongated stem, initialled and numbered, by David Manson, Dundee, marked 'DM', pot of lillies, 'DM', pot of lillies, 'DM', circa 1830, length 23cm, weight combined approx 3.8oz (2) CONDITION REPORT: Good condition with light wear
Lot 541
Two 18th Century Hanovarian pattern silver spoonsThe first with a rat tail, engraved with the crest of a stag above with initials 'G*S', by unattributed maker LC, possibly Jersey maker?, length 19.5cm, the second, engraved with initials to the front and reverse of stem by unattributed maker RA, length 19.5cm, weight combined 3.4oz (2) CONDITION REPORT: Scratches to bowls and stems, dent to one of bowls, scuff mark to end of one of the stems, see images
Lot 743
Two 18th Century Liverpool blue and white bowlsThe first decorated with an oriental landscape, height 6cm, diameter 12cm, the second example decorated with floral sprays, height 4cm, diameter 8cm CONDITION REPORT: Larger bowl with hairline crack to body and minor chipping to foot rim, small bowl chipping to rim
Lot 644
Two late 19th Century hard paste porcelain figuresThe first modelled in the form of a Victorian lady holding a fan and wearing a floral decorated dress, height 39cm, the second figure holding a fan above her head, wearing a hand-painted and relief decorated dress, each signed with a R and numbered 1762 to base
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