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Click here to subscribeA large cut glass twelve branch chandelier, 19th/20th century, cut glass frieze deploying flared beadwork to central beaded glass frieze, with applied flower decoration flared to a beaded glass frieze with applied candle arms, height 104 cm. (It is the buyer`s responsibility to ensure that this item is rewired before use).
A French Art Nouveau style figural gilt metal and painted table candelabra, 20th century, central female figure with flowing robes holding a five branch candelabra, hanging lustres, raised on acanthus leaf decorated base, height 110 cm. (It is the buyer`s responsibility to ensure that this item is rewired before use).
A cut glass eight branch chandelier, 20th century, the s-scroll body decorated with cut glass lustres, six applied floral decorated candle holders, height 83 cm, together with a 20th century glass eight branch chandelier, applied cut glass beadwork, height 73 cm and a pair of 20th century gilt metal and cut glass eight branch chandelier with cut glass lustres, height 71 cm, (4). (It is the buyer`s responsibility to ensure that this item is rewired before use).
A Baccarat style multi branch green and clear glass chandelier, 20th/21st century, the central knopped green glass column flanked by airtwist green arms with diamond finials, raised upon glass dish holding six s-shaped arms, leading to a further green glass bowl holding twelve s-shaped arms, height 88 cm. (It is the buyer`s responsibility to ensure that this item is rewired before use).
An early 19th century French gold and steel cameo hair comb, circa 1830, the top with eight graduated steel cameos depicting the profiles of a bearded man, indistinctly signed, a younger man and a woman, four children and an adolescent boy and girl, each set in plain gold mounts above a decorated band and gold comb teeth, French small item guarantee poincon marks for Paris 1819 - 1838 on one cameo mount and further French poincons on the comb, 18.7cm long
ROLEX - a 1940`s Rolex Prince customised presentation wristwatch the 14k gold case with a rectangular face, split dials the main dial spelling `1/4 CENTURY CLUB` and inscribed `Eaton` to the centre, subsidiary seconds dial, the movement inscribed `Rolex Ultra Prima` case back engraved `ROLEX 31 VICTOIRES De HAUTE PRECISION` numbered 53954 1490. The rear of the case engraved inscription ` Presented to John H Devitt to mark a Quarter Century of Continuous Service, with the T Eaton Co. Ltd., 1919-1944` The T. Eaton Co. Limited was once Canada`s largest department store retailer. It was founded in 1869 in Toronto by Timothy Eaton, an Irish immigrant. Eaton`s grew to become a retail and social institution in Canada, with stores across the country, and a catalogue that was found in the homes of most Canadians. Eveything and anything could be bought from a teaspoon to a timber kit house. As this watch is a quality item, and bespoke by Rolex for the firm, the recipient must have been well thought of, possibly senior management
MARS -- CASSINI, Giovanni Domenico (1625-1712). De Periodo quotidianae revolutionis Martis. Bologna: by H.H. de Ducius, 1666. [With:] -- De aliis Romanis observationibus macularum Martis. Bologna: by H.H. de Ducius, 1666. [And:] -- Tabulae Quotidianae Revolutionis Macularum Iovis. Rome: by Fabio de Falco, 1665. 3 works, each a single sheet folded once (305 x 220mm). The second item with an engraved plate of telescopic observations and two small printed correction slips tipped on. (The first two items with early, shallow folding creases perhaps for mailing, the first item with a repair in the bottom margin, some spotting, some browning). Disbound. THREE RARE PAMPHLETS BY CASSINI on the rate of rotation of Mars and Jupiter, including his 'importantissimi opus' (Riccardi) announcing the length of the Martian day. Cassini focused his telescope on the macula, or dark spots of Mars to determine the position of the planet's polar cap and period of rotation. RARE: ABPC records no copies at auction in over 35 years. WorldCat apparently locates just one copy of De Periodo at the Bibliotheque nationale de France; and apparently no copy of De aliis Romanis. Riccardi I, 277-8. With another: an incomplete copy of Martis circa axem proprium revolubilis observationes Bononiae (Bologna: 1666). (4) View on Christie's.com
A Pietra Dura rectangular design brooch, comprising a floral cluster of edelweiss, pink rose, white lilies and several other flowers within a bead frame and vacant back panel. Dimensions of brooch: 55mm x 32mm. AF. Condition: The pendant is in need of repair displaying a broken pendant loop, reverse back panel and loose central design. Item is showing general scratches, marks and tarnishing as well as some discolouration.
George III silver mustard pot of rectangular hinged form with gadrooned rim, reeded handle, gilt interior and raised above four tapered ball feet, hallmarked Thomas Johnson London 1810. Together with associated mustard spoon, hallmarked London 1823. Gross combined weight 5.2 ozt (164 grams). Condition: The overall condition appears to be okay. There are general surface marks and scratches in keeping with the age of the item. There are also some very minor dents and a small nick to the top flat part of the handle.There are some deeper scratches and more noticeable marks to the lid, especially around the handle.The hinged lid is slightly loose.There are some more noticeable marks and scratches to the interior and a noticeable impression from one of the front feet, as if it has been pushed in slightly.The hallmarks are in generally good condition, only very slightly rubbed. Further date letter and standard mark to interior of lid. The spoon has very clear hallmarks but there is some damage to the bowl, the metal is very worn and dented in places.
George III silver cream jug, the bulbous form with scroll handle, wavy rim and circular footed base, chased all over with flowers and foliage and with vacant cartouche to the front. Hallmarked London, possibly 1764, maker possibly Samuel Meriton II. Height including handle 4 3/4 inches (12cm), weight 2.97 ozt (92.5 grams). Condition: There are general surface marks and scratches and little nicks in keeping with the age of the item. The circular foot rim is slightly misshapen. Part of the chased decoration goes through the hallmarks making them difficult to read. They are also rubbed.
George III silver cream jug with engraved line borders, initial engraved shield cartouche, reeded border and handle. Hallmarked George Brasier London 1801. Height including handle 4 1/4 inches (11 cm), weight 3.2 ozt (99 grams). Condition: The cream jug appears to be in fairly good condition. There is general wear and surface marks and scratches commensurate with the age of the item. There are also some small dents, to the main body and also to the foot rim. The seam mark is slightly visible where the handle joins the main body. There are scratched marks to the underside. The engraved decoration is generally okay. The maker`s mark is a little rubbed but the hallmarks are very clear.
William IV silver goblet, of waisted form with bulbous base and raised above a circular pedestal foot, chased all over with floral and foliate motifs. Hallmarked London 1832, maker probably Joseph Angell senior & Joseph Angell junior. Height measures 6 3/4 inches (17cm), weight 8.48 ozt (263.9 grams). Condition: There are general surface marks, scratches and wear in keeping with the age of the item. There is some pitting to the metal and a few minor dents-there is a larger dent around the top rim. The embossed decoration is in generally good condition. The join line is visible on the stem. There are areas of collected polish. The hallmark and maker`s mark are rubbed but still legible. Update to the previous condition report, there has been what looks like initial engraving removed from the body, the silver in this area however does not feel significantly thinner.
An Edwardian silver tyg, the waisted bulbous form with Art Nouveau style handles and circular footed base, with later inscription to front `C.S & A.C Angling Section Challenge Cup Presented by E.G. Plucknett, Esq. 1948`. Hallmarked Atkin Brothers, Sheffield 1908. Height including handles 8 1/4 inches (21cm), weight 29.86 ozt (928.6 grams). Condition: There are general surface marks and scratches in keeping with the age if the item. The scratches are more visible and numerous to the underside. There is an area of damage below the inscription on the front -a small dent surrounded by deeper and more visible scratches. There is a split in the metal on two of the handles-on the underside of the curved part at the top (probably where the metal joins). The hallmark is slightly rubbed but still very clear, likewise the makers mark.
An Edwardian silver pedestal dish, the circular bowl embossed with a continuous band of stylised decorative motifs and large globular mouldings, with conforming decoration to the spreading foot. Hallmarked George Nathan & Ridley Hayes, Chester 1908. Height 4 3/4 inches (12cm), weight 12.77 ozt (397 grams). Condition: There are general surface marks and scratches in keeping with the age of the item. There is some tarnishing. There are some small dents, in particular around the rim. The rim is slightly misshapen and is not a perfect circle. There is a larger dent in the metal on the spreading foot. The hallmarks are very clear, The makers marks are slightly rubbed.
An Edwardian silver sugar caster, of baluster form on circular footed base (filled), the lid pierced with star motifs. Hallmarked Birmingham 1909. Approximate height measures 6 1/2 inches (16.5cm). Condition: There are general surface marks and scratches in keeping with the age of the item. There are also several small dents. Some of these dents are larger and more noticeable, in particular on the detachable lid. At present the lid has jammed and cannot be removed. There is also still some sugar inside. The small finial is slightly leaning over to one side. The hallmark is rubbed but still legible. The makers mark is rubbed and illegible.
Early 20th century silver teapot, the oval body part fluted with conforming hinged lid, with ebonised knop and handle. Hallmarked Birmingham 1913. Length including handle and spout measures 11inches (28cm), weight 20.06 ozt (623.8 grams). Condition: There are general surface marks, scratches and wear in keeping with the age of the item. The edge of the spout feels a little rough and there is a small dent. The ebonised part of the handle is loose in the silver mounts and there is a chip to one end. The inside of the lid is clearly hallmarked but it does not sit properly as it is slightly warped. There is also some damage to the ebonised knop. The hallmark on the teapot is rubbed but still legible. The maker`s mark is badly rubbed and illegible. There are areas of collected polish.
Early 20th century silver cream jug of tapered bulbous shape, with scroll handle and footed base. Hallmarked Robert Pringle & Sons Ltd Chester 1911. Height including handle measures 4 1/4 inches (11cm), weight 2.25 ozt (70.1 grams). Condition: There are general surface marks, scratches, minor nicks and dents in keeping with the age of the item. There are also some slightly larger dents, including one on the bulbous part of the main body and one on the footed base. There is a crease in the metal towards the right of the hallmark. There are areas of collected polish. The hallmark is a little rubbed but still clear.
A large silver sugar caster of baluster form, on circular footed base, the detachable lid pierced with stylised scroll and foliate motifs. Hallmarked S.Blanckensee & Son, Birmingham 1934. Approximate height 8 1/4 inches (21cm), weight 5.57 ozt (173.3 grams). Condition: There is general wear and minor surface marks and scratches in keeping with the age of the item. There are some minor dents and two much larger dents in the metal on the bulbous part of the main body. The inside of the caster and the inside rim of the detachable lid need a good clean-there are still remnants of leftover sugar. The hallmarks and maker`s marks on the main body are clear. The part hallmarks on the lid are also clear.
A Russian silver-gilt and cloisonnÚ enamel spoon, stamped with the Kokoshnik mark, the fineness standard of 84 and the assay master mark of Ivan Lebedkin, Moscow (appointed 1899). The bowl with enamel foliate scrolls shaded in blues, greens, pinks and lilac bordered by turquoise beading, leading to a tapered stem with twist detail amongst conforming enamel and shaped terminal. With case. Length measuring 7 3/4 inches (19.5 cm), weight 2.9 ozt (93 grams). Cased. Condition: There are general surface scratches and wear commensurate with the age of the item, especially to the gilded interior and tip of the bowl. There is further light rubbing to the gilded areas, in particular a small abrasion or file mark on the back of the stem near to the bowl (visible in one of the additional photos). Some of the gilded areas in between the enamel sections have blackened a little. The enamel decoration on the back of bowl appears to be in good condition. On close examination there is some light chipping and some pin prick marks. There are further imperfections to the enamel on the stem and finial and to the finial itself (please ask for further photos if required). The Russian marks are a little rubbed but still legible. The wooden case has general scratches and marks and some fraying and discolouration to the material inside.
A small Oriental white metal twin handled vase, with shaped wavy rim and raised above a spreading circular foot. Base is stamped with an Oriental mark and `LUENWO`. Height including handles measures 5 1/2 inches (14cm), weight 4.55 ozt (141.5 grams). Condition: There is general wear and surface marks, scratches and nicks in keeping with the age of the item. It is possible to see the join where the bottom of the foot meets the spreading base. There is also a crease in the metal here. There is some tarnishing and some collected areas of polish. The stamped marks on the underside of the foot are clear.
Early twentieth century silver coin purse, vertical engine turned decoration with circular vacant cartouche, attached chain and finger ring, the hinged case opening to reveal a tan leather compartmentalised interior. Hallmarked E J Trevitt & Sons Chester 1913. Maximum width measuring 67 mm. Condition: General wear and surface marks and scratches commensurate with the age of the item. Some slightly deeper scratches and minor dents and some wear to the engine turned decoration. The clasp is working well but the purse does not shut completely tight. Hallmarks and maker`s marks are worn but still legible, part hallmark on other side is clear. The leather interior is torn and marked in places.
George IV silver mounted children`s rattle, the shaped and engraved body with whistle, suspended bells, one deficient, and coral teething aid. Hallmarked Joseph Taylor Birmingham 1825. Length measuring 12.5 cm. Condition: There are general minor surface marks and scratches and wear commensurate with the age of the item. More visible scratches and nicks on the mouthpiece of the whistle. There is one bell deficient and the link that would have held it is broken. There is some wear to the other links, one in particular is shorter than the others. Some of the bells have minor dents. There is slight discolouration to the top of the coral teething aid (where it is fixed in the silver mount). Hallmarks are slightly rubbed but still very clear - further maker`s mark to mouthpiece of whistle.
A 1930`s silver mounted three piece dressing table set of brushes with engine turned and banded decoration, matching comb mount and part box with gilt interior. Hallmarked Adie Brothers Ltd, Birmingham 1933. Condition: The pieces are in a fair condition, with some tarnishing in places, also general wear and tear scratches and some small dints. There are some nicks to the edges and one of the brushes has small section of little scratches to one end. The silver comb mount is slightly misshapen all the way along. And there is an item that seems to be part of a small possible pill box with a gilt interior, the interior is quite bright with small spots of tarnishing and slightly rubbed top edges.
A 1930`s silver Lemora juice extractor, with original literature. Hallmarked Adie Brothers Ltd Birmingham 1930, also marked Lemora with various patent and registration numbers. Maximum length 4 inches (10cm). Condition: General surface marks and scratches . Otherwise item appears to be in generally good condition. Full hallmark and part hallmark are very clear but makers mark is rubbed. The literature with it is a little torn and tatty but still easy to read.
George III circular hinged embossed silver box, the body with a textured and diaper rim with acanthus and scroll border, the front with a seated gentleman and the base with vacant cartouche and gilt interior. The base only hallmarked London 1808 with the makers mark TB. Diameter measuring 55 mm, weight 38 grams. Condition: The box is quite badly tarnished and there are general surface marks, scratches and wear commensurate with the age of the item. These scratches are more noticeable on the underside and to the gilded interior. There does appear to be some wear to the embossed decoration, in particular to the seated man, otherwise it is generally okay. The hinged lid and clasp are working well so that it closes tightly, however there is a slight gap when closed. The hallmarks are rubbed, mainly the date letter, however they are still legible.
A silver plated pin cushion modelled as a wheelbarrow. Maximum length measuring 11 cm. Condition: The item displays general wear and surface marks and scratches. There is more evident wear to corners. There is also some tarnishing. Plated marks to underside are a little rubbed. The crimson material is generally okay, although it is probably a replacement.
Maugham (William Somerset) The Letter first American edition special souvenir issue given away to audience members on the opening night with the compliments of the producer & publisher frontispiece portrait of Katharine Cornell additional tipped-in cast list added for this edition only original orange wrappers light sunning to spine otherwise very good [Stott A36b Note] 8vo Doran 1927. *** An excellent collector`s item especially in such condition.
Maugham (William Somerset) My South Sea Island first edition in book form one of 50 copies pictorial title bookseller`s small sticker on front inside wrapper original sewn green wrappers with author`s device in pale green minor bumping to corner tips splitting slightly at spine but overall an excellent copy [Stott A51a] 8vo Chicago Black Cat Press 1936. *** This copy is in fact probably one of only a few surviving thus; the author`s name is misspelt on the title page as `Sommerset` and the printer Norman Forgue comments in the foreword to the miniature edition of the same work (see following lot) that only seven copies with this error were printed the remaining 43 amended. Ben Abramson who commissioned the work added that all but two of these copies were destroyed (see Stott A51). Stott himself expresses a certain irritation with the prices this edition was garnering at auction on occasion when he was working on the bibliography feeling that the ephemeral nature of such an “insignificant article” reprinted from a piece the author wrote for the Daily Mail in 1922 did not merit such attention decrying it as “bibliomania carried to extremes”. Nevertheless an incredibly scarce item seemingly and rare to find in such condition.
TWO WALKING CANES AND TWO OFFICER`S CANES comprising an Edward VII silver-mounted malacca officer`s cane with globe pommel, the ferrule engraved with the badge of the 4th Vol Bn Hants Reg and HAROLD MARSHALL FROM CSS 1906, 86cm, by Thomas Johnson, and marked for the retailer, Brigg, London 1906, a malacca cane applied with the crowned badge of the Royal Irish Fusiliers, silver plated pommel, a silver-mounted spirally grained malacca cane, London 1925 and an exotic mottled wood cane with marbled lustre pottery globe pommel and plated ferrule, c1900 ++The lot in generally good condition, the last item with some glue residue where the the lustred pommel has been reattached
TOY SOLDIERS. WILLIAM BRITAIN, THE STATE COACH SET, NO 1470 boxed and Regiments of all Nations, The Gordon Highlanders with Piper, No 77 (2) ++The first set complete or nearly so, some pieces with slight faults. The second set consisting of piper and five highlanders only, one of the highlanders lacking feet at base, note the lid of the box of the first item damp stained and in poor condition
Lucie Rie (Austrian/British, 1902-1995) A large Goitre Vase, circa 1981 Stoneware, heavily pitted blue-grey and white glazes with vivid blue flecks running over the composite body, impressed LR seal ; Provenance: Private Collection, Suffolk Illustrated: John Houston Ed. Lucie Rie , Crafts Council 1981; p.60, item 36 for a comparable example of this form ;" Height 32cm, Diameter 14.5cm Condition: In perfect condition with no damage or restoration View on auctionatrium.com
James Purdy & Sons 20 bore single barrel underlever hammer shotgun, signed damascus barrel with faceted breech end, scroll chase side lock and hares ear hammer, the engraving continuing around the fences, trigger guard and under lever, on a chequered stock inset monogrammed circular white metal cartouche, together with fitted leather case initialed "C.P" *This item will only be released to holders of current licences
Elwes (Henry John) A Monograph of the Genus Lilium one of 250 copies wood-engraved title by W.H.Fitch colour map mounted photograph by Bourne 48 finely hand-coloured lithographed plates by Fitch a very clean copy engraved bookplate of S.L.Courtauld on front pastedown contemporary half morocco t.e.g. slightly rubbed rebacked preserving old gilt spine with tan morocco label [Nissen 594; Great Flower Books p.56] [1877-]1880 with Turrill (W.B.) A Supplement to Elwes` Monograph of the Genus Lilium parts VIII & IX only (of 9) one of 1000 & 500 copies respectively 10 colour plates by Margaret Stones original printed wrappers 1960-62 and Snelling (Lilian) Illustrations of Lilies limited edition 30 hand-coloured lithographed plates by Snelling one double-page original cloth-backed printed wrappers Hitchin 1970; and a further 6 copies of Part VIII and 9 copies of Part IX of the Supplement folio (19) *** The last item comprises the 30 hand-coloured plates by Snelling produced for the first 7 parts of the Supplement to Elwes` Monograph by Grove and Cotton in 1934-50. A few sets of plates remained and were issued by Wheldon & Wesley in 1970.(19)
A LADY`S DRESS RING, FEATURING ONE OVAL FACETED MID BLUE SAPPHIRE, MEASURING 4.6 X 3.8mm. ONE OVAL FACETED EMERALD ( 4.5 X 4mm ) ONE YELLOW OVAL FACETED SAPPHIRE ( 4.8 X 4mm ) ONE OVAL FACETED RUBY ( 4.8 X 3.9mm ) PARTIALLY RUBOVER SET IN YELLOW, FORMING A FLOWER DESIGN. AT THE CENTRE OF THE RING A BRILLIANT CUT DIAMOND (2.3mm DIAMETER). DIAMOND SET SHOULDERS, EACH SET WITH THREE BRILLIANT CUT DIAMONDS, EACH BEING APPROX 2.3mm DIAMETER. CLAW SET IN YELLOW. FLAT SHOULDERS. TESTING AS 18ct GOLD. TOTAL APPROX. DIAMOND WEIGHT 0.35 METRIC CARAT. GROSS ITEM WEIGHT 3.59 GRAMMES
The Most Noble Order of the Garter: Garter with embroidered lettering on a velvet backing, label attached printed “British Red Cross Society and The Order of The Hopital of St John of Jerusalem in England 1916” has pencil addition “Christie’s 13 April 1916”, see note, some wear, no fastening; a second Garter, silver embroidery on cloth garter backing, no fastening, worn; and 2 sections of sash style riband, no fittings, plain. For first item see Plate 4 Note: In April 1916 Christies held a 15 day sale of objects of art which had been donated to the British Red Cross. The Sale realized £52,690.
2 WWI posters: “The Empire Needs Men!” male lion on rock with cubs around him “Australia, Canada, India, New Zealand. Helped by the Young Lion the Old Lion Defies his Foes” by “Arthur Ward”, poster no 58; and “If you cannot join the Army try and get a Recruit” large script letters, poster no 32 (lower right corner torn). GC. First item Plate 4
2 WWI posters: “Your King and Country Needs You” aged veteran shaking hands with soldier departing for the front “A Chip off the Old Block”, by “Lawson Wood ‘14” poster no 18, and “Britons! Your Country Needs You”, in red on grey silhouette map, poster no 23 (lower edge stained). GC. First item Plate 5
2 WWI posters: “Follow Me” top half of smiling Tommy in battle dress, “Your Country Needs You”, artists initials EK, poster no 11, and Union flag with “Rally Round the Flag. Every Fit Man Wanted”, poster no 1 (lower edge stained). GC First item Plate 5 Note: The first of these was used in Wills Cigarette Card set of recruitment posters in 1915
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