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Lot 368
A LARGE CHINESE CLOISONN… CUSHION-SHAPED BOX AND COVER with key-pattern borders, the lid decorated with goats in the shade of a pine tree in a landscape within a border composed of cellular panels and flowers, the base with conforming decoration and key pattern borders, the interior with scattered blossom on a cracked-ice ground, probably Wanli or later in the 17th century, 15?" dia. x 8?" high. See illustrations Provenance: The collection of Sir Claude Morrison-Bell and thence by descent to the vendor. This cushion-box may be compared to a large box with a shallow foot-ring illustrated in "Chinese CloisonnÈ: The Pierre Uldry Collection", no. 142 dated to the first half of the 17th century. The distinctive key pattern borders may also be found on a Pilgrim Flask (Daoyueping) from the same collection (no. 138)
Lot 443
MARY SPENCER WATSON : "Woman with a book", carved ash sculpture, circa 1935, 22" high. See illustration.This sculpture is illustrated on page 80 of the Catalogue RaisonnÈ compiled by Annette Ratuszniak to accompany the Exhibition in Salisbury in 2004. The work was included in this exhibition as well as at Heals Mansard Gallery in 1937, the Dorset County Museum in 1976 and 1981 and the Southampton City Art Gallery in 1982. Provenance: Private Collection, Bath.Purchased from the artist and thence by descent. Mary Spencer Watson (1913-2006). The daughter of the successful artist and Royal Academician, George Spencer Watson, and Avant-garde Mime artist Hilda, Mary Spencer Watson was one of the last centuries most successful sculptors. Discovering sculpture in its most immediate form amongst the stonecutters of the Purbeck Hills, Mary first experienced the thrill of carving when a local Quarry owner lent her some tools. After a long training, first at the Slade and the Royal Academy Schools, then a more specific sculpture study followed with John Skeaping at the Central of School of Art. It was during this period that she absorbed the then prevailing notion of truth to materials and direct carving. Maryís sculpture developed quickly, and after a spell working with Ossip Zadkine in Paris she went on to have a highly successful career working from Dunshay Manor. Maryís first solo exhibition was held, appropriately, at the Mansard Gallery at Helas of Tottenham Court Road, in 1937. This current sculpture was part of this exhibition. The Mansard Gallery reflected Ambrose Heal`s personal interest in the arts, and became something of a home for the ëLondon Groupí of artists for a short period. A non-commercial venture, the gallery focused more on the decorative arts following the mid 1920ís and Maryís exhibition will have fitted well into the mix of fashionable and well selected work of the period. ëWoman With a Bookí at 92cms high is a powerful and confident work, the figure, with head in hand, is a striking example of mid 1930ís sculpture. Bold in conception, but not overly adorned with ornament, the lines are reminiscent of the best work of the period without being a slavish or uninspired reworking of prevailing concerns. When looking at this work it is hard to understand why until recent years her work was so little known in artistic circles. In later life Mary spent most of her time working in Purbeck stone, and produced many sculptures that have adorned both public and private spaces. Most notably the four figures in the north porch of Wells Cathedral and more locally the ëPurbeck Quarrymaní in the churchyard at Langton Matravers, show Maryís mature and confident later work.
Lot 444
MARY SPENCER WATSON: A COLLECTION OF ARTISTS MAQUETTES and plaster models including a plaster bust of a child`s head, 14" high and an anatomical figure of a man (a lot)Provenance: The Estate of the late Mary Spencer Watson, Dunshay Manor. Mary Spencer Watson (1913-2006). The daughter of the successful artist and Royal Academician, George Spencer Watson, and Avant-garde Mime artist Hilda, Mary Spencer Watson was one of the last centuries most successful sculptors. Discovering sculpture in its most immediate form amongst the stonecutters of the Purbeck Hills, Mary first experienced the thrill of carving when a local Quarry owner lent her some tools. After a long training, first at the Slade and the Royal Academy Schools, then a more specific sculpture study followed with John Skeaping at the Central of School of Art. It was during this period that she absorbed the then prevailing notion of truth to materials and direct carving. Maryís sculpture developed quickly, and after a spell working with Ossip Zadkine in Paris she went on to have a highly successful career working from Dunshay Manor. Maryís first solo exhibition was held, appropriately, at the Mansard Gallery at Helas of Tottenham Court Road, in 1937. This current sculpture was part of this exhibition. The Mansard Gallery reflected Ambrose Heal`s personal interest in the arts, and became something of a home for the ëLondon Groupí of artists for a short period. A non-commercial venture, the gallery focused more on the decorative arts following the mid 1920ís and Maryís exhibition will have fitted well into the mix of fashionable and well selected work of the period. ëWoman With a Bookí at 92cms high is a powerful and confident work, the figure, with head in hand, is a striking example of mid 1930ís sculpture. Bold in conception, but not overly adorned with ornament, the lines are reminiscent of the best work of the period without being a slavish or uninspired reworking of prevailing concerns. When looking at this work it is hard to understand why until recent years her work was so little known in artistic circles. In later life Mary spent most of her time working in Purbeck stone, and produced many sculptures that have adorned both public and private spaces. Most notably the four figures in the north porch of Wells Cathedral and more locally the ëPurbeck Quarrymaní in the churchyard at Langton Matravers, show Maryís mature and confident later work.
Lot 156
A FIRST PERIOD WORCESTER PART TEA SERVICE, the cream ground with whorl-shaped moulded body and royal blue banding with gilt dot and wheat-ear decoration. Comprising teapot and cover, milk jug, pair of side plates, ten saucers, five tea bowls and eight cups, underglaze blue crescent mark to base. See illustration
Lot 28
* MURIEL BARCLAY The Dancers oil on canvas, signed Exhibition quality frame 86cm x 76 cm (33 3/4 x 30 inches) At the first Scottish Contemporary Art Auction staged by McTears on 22nd November 2008, "Pink Tutu Tune" by Muriel Barclay sold for what is widely believed to be a record price for any maiden painting at public auction by a Scottish artist (past or present). Collections include : Ernie Els, Sir Arnold Clark, Lord Harris, Sultan of Brunei, Alex McLeish, Sir Jack Harvey, H.B.O.S., Biggart Baillie, Arisaig Partners,and numerous prestigious corporate and private collections worldwide. Provenance : Notable private collection (Edinburgh).
Lot 259
GEORGE V - 1935 Year proof set, crown - farthing in plastic wallet together with 1936 year set, Royal Mint commemorative medallions for the Pilgrim Fathers 1620 - 1970 and various other coin sets contained in plastic cases and in files; proof sets of Last Sterling First Decimal in case and two 1970 Commonwealth Games medallions in case
Lot 311
A mantel timepiece mounted in the boss of a wooden aircraft propeller, the blades cut off and decoratively scrolled round and mounted on 4 ball supports, the propeller constructed with 8 section wood laminate and stamped "LCON Airscrew Co Engine No 2187 Gnome Monosoupape" and "WD 15139?" with key, height 22cms width 29cms wide The monosoupape engines were used by Avro, Moraine Saulnier, Newport and Vickers, first introduced 1913
Lot 883
A late 19th Century electroplated Serving Dish, of oval form, the hinged cover with engraved banded decoration and further presentation inscription “First R V, Battalion Prizes, 25th April 1885, 5th Score, Corpl C B Sanders, 82 Points”, to a fitted liner tray, and raised on a beaded frame with mask and claw supports, width 8”
Lot 3167
Mixed lot, Paya reproduction Pato-1924 (Duck) clockwork (M,BNM), plus Hess plastic gasoline truck (M,BM), First Gear 1952 GMC fuel tanker (M,BVG), plastic robot by BOTOY, named Dickie, tinplate cowboy clicker and feeding chicken toy and a “Made in Great Britain” highway patrol car, with Push&Go mechanism, has been working (G)
Lot 779
A poignant family grouping, to a father and son. Including a WW1 ASC Trio to M2-048483 CPL.T.N.FOSTER, a photo of T.N.Foster in uniform, and a WW2 War and Defence pair to a Trainee Pilot Tony Foster KIA, including original images from his graveside and military burial, telegrams informing his NOK, and a compact commemorating his first solo flight on 26-11-40.
Lot 72
CAOL ILA-1981 Distilled 20th January 1981. Aged 21 years. First Cask bottling by Direct Wines Ltd. Reading. Limited edition, bottle no. 290 from cask 251. With original booklet. Single malt, 70cl, 46% volume. CAOL ILA-1984 Distilled 27th November. Aged 18 years. As above. Limited edition, bottle no. 171 from cask 5758. With original booklet. Single malt, 70cl, 46% volume. 2 Bottles.
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