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Lot 1087
George III mahogany bureau, the fall front enclosing interior fitted with pigeon holes, drawers and cupboard, three graduating drawers below, with ivory escutcheons, shaped apron on bracket feet This item has been registered for sale under Section 10 of the APHA Ivory ActDimensions: Height: 104cm Length/Width: 102cm Depth/Diameter: 52cmCondition Report: Ivory Act - Submission reference: X2XUGRVV
Lot 241
A Cutaway model of a Howard 810cc twin cylinder engine on wooden stand, powered via a electric drive motor housed below with switch mechanism to show it working with a perspex surrounding case AF. We understand this was one of three produced by the Howard Service Department Staff at West Horndon in Essex. This item was on display at the company's training school until closure and was later transferred to the Harleston Factory.
![The Mark Twain Calendar. New York: George Sully, n.d. [1921]. Wraps. Very good example of this fragile and scarce item. Picto](https://cdn.globalauctionplatform.com/a9e00d47-6a1a-4f2a-8fba-b103013c6a72/766de79c-5e5c-495d-ab0f-b1030155948d/468x382.jpg)
Lot 805
The Mark Twain Calendar. New York: George Sully, n.d. [1921]. Wraps. Very good example of this fragile and scarce item. Pictorial wraps with a silk tie at the top holding the pages together. Each sheet covers a week's time period with a different quote from Clemens over the same river scene. Approximate Dimensions:h. 9.5", w. 7"Condition:Light wear to piece with some tearing on the front and a missing corner from the wrapper.
Lot 810
Mark Twain (1835-1910), Sketches (No 1), 1st edition, 1st state (1874) Octavo. New York, American News Company. Original pictorial green wrappers, 32 pages. 1st edition, 1st state. Also with Mark Twain’s Sketches, first edition, second issue in wrappers. Publisher: American News Company, New York, [1874]. Second issue with the back wrapper cover with the Aetna Insurance Company Ad. Contents clean. 32 pages. Approximate Dimensions:h. 9.5", w. 6"Condition:Wrapper is in very good condition with edge wear and small chip at lower front of wrapper and two small chips to back lower. Wear along spine. Overall nice solid copy of a very scarce Twain item.
Lot 1202
A George III Gentleman's Mahogany Wardrobe, the upper part with moulded cornice, fitted hanging rail enclosed by a pair of oval panel doors, the base fitted two short and two long drawers, on bracket feet, 50ins wide x 25ins deep x 84ins highAll three edges of the cornice have edge knocks and some slight rubbing. To the frieze there are various signs of shrinkage running vertically from one end to the other. On the left-hand side of the top at the front there is a large area of damage/timber loss around 4ins in diameter, the slightly recessed back there is an area of veneer repair around 2ins square. The right-hand side of the back in the centre there is a small area of timber damage around a quarter of an inch in diameter. The doors are slightly faded due to sunlight damage, and there are extensive signs of shrinkage on each of the doors, especially in the cross banded oval panels, and sadly, the doors are slightly warped. The drawers run free with little resistance. Key is present and locking mechanism works. On the right-hand side of the base there is a shrinkage split running vertically from one end to the other, and the same on the left-hand side. General heavier wear to the feet, commensurate with age and usage, overall the item is structurally sound, with little or no movement in the joints
Lot 1204
A Georgian Oak Bookcase, with moulded cornice, fitted six shelves enclosed by a pair of astragal glazed doors, on plinth base, 47ins wide x 14ins deep x 83ins highTo the top of the cornice on all three front edges there are edge knocks and general rubbing, to each side and the base there is general scattered scratching and darker staining and the front is unevenly faded. There is heavier dirt and filth build up between all of the mouldings of the glazing. Key is present and locking mechanisms work however it is slightly warped at the higher end of the right door. Heavier darker scratching and water marks to each shelf. Overall the item is structurally sound with some movement in the joints and to the back right hand edge and left hand edge there are some more extensive edge knocks and timber loss. General heavier wear to the base commensurate with age. Overall the item is in fair condition.
Lot 1118
***Joe Coudert (Born 1923) - Limited edition three-quarter profile photograph of Marilyn Monroe, taken on the set of 'The Seven Year Itch', signed and numbered 18/100, 10ins x 12.75ins, in modern silvered frame and glazed, with gallery note to verso Note: Joe Coudert worked as a freelance photographer in New York in the 1950s. In addition to shooting on the set of 'The Seven Year Itch', Coudert was allowed a short photo session with Marilyn Monroe in an apartment near to the set. It is believed that this image comes from that photo session There appears to be no obvious damage/loss/restoration to this item and this lot is in good condition.
Lot 1177
An 18th Century Oak Dresser, the upper part with moulded cornice, fitted three shelves, the base fitted four drawers with cupboard under enclosed by fielded panel doors, on block feet, 63.5ins wide x 20ins deep x 75ins highTo the top at the cornice on the right hand side there are some areas of shrinkage and at the front with a diagonal shrinkage split around 4ins long. On the side a shrinkage split where the boards meet the uprights vertically from one end to the other. And in the centre another shrinkage split running vertically from one end to the other. On the left hand side there are shrinkage splits running vertically from one end to the other. The shelves of the top - all the backboards are showing signs of shrinkage. On the second backboard there is an area of repair in a triangular section and general shrinkage splits running vertically from one end to the other all the way along. To the top of the base and the shelves there is general scattered scratching. heavier staining (water marks). To the top of the base the rail is missing a piece of timber around 3ins long. There is a wide shrinkage split running horizontally in two places from one to the other. On the left hand side of the panels areas of shrinkage with horizontal shrinkage splits running from one end to the other, and the same for the right hand side. Drawers run free and easily with minimal resistance, however there is some slight shadowing around the handles. On the left hand door there is a shrinkage split running vertically from one end to the other, also the centre door on the right hand side. Also the right door in two places on the left hand side. General heavier wear to the base and feet commensurate with age. Overall there are flight holes present, evidence of historic woodworm. Unevenly faded. The item is structurally sound with little to no movement in the joints.
Lot 1071
An Early 20th Century Kashkuli Rug woven in colours of fawn, navy blue and terracotta, with a bold central hexagonal medallion flanked by urns, the field filled with stylised birds, butterflies and deer on a terracotta ground, conforming spandrels within three stripe borders, signed, 59ins x 43insThe rug lies fairly flat on the floor. There are no signs of rucking, historic moth damage or areas of low pile/wear. All edges are intact. The colours are slightly faded due to sun damage. There are no foul odours emitting from the item. This item appears to be in fair to good condition.
Lot 714
An 18ct Gold Three Stone Diamond Ring, 20th Century, set with three brilliant cut white diamonds, approximately 2.5ct total, size N, gross weight 2.9g It should be noted that there is a typo in the catalogue description of this item - the approximate total of diamond weight is 2.5 carats, not 1 carat as printed.The ring presents in good overall condition showing no obvious sign of previous damage or repair. The stones are securely collet set and appear free from any obvious sign of cracking or chipping. The presents in condition commensurate with age and light usage. Please note we are not qualified to grade stones . Prospective bidders are strongly advised to study all images closely prior to bidding.
Lot 1193
A George III Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase, the upper part with dentil moulded cornice, four shelves enclosed by a pair of panelled doors, the base with secretaire drawer, and two drawers under, shaped apron and splayed feet, 39ins wide x 19.5ins deep by 80ins highTo the top of the cornice there are some slight edge knocks and general rubbing to all three edges, there is some loss to the dental frieze with some small .25ins square piece of timber missing. On the right-hand door the moulding is loose but present, on the right-hand side at the top there are three areas of circular polish and veneer loss. The right hand side has a small shrinkage split running vertically about 6ins long at the top. The whole is unevenly faded and there is some darker staining, especially on the door panels and at the top of the base. The drawers run free and easy with minimum resistance, key is present, locking mechanisms work. When opening the secretaire drawer the leather lined slope has been heavily distressed, especially in the centre where it folds. There is some darker staining of ink inside the wells. General heavy wear to the base and feet commensurate with age, overall the item is structurally sound, however, there is some movement to the joints, and there appears to be some flight holes present, evidence of historic woodworm
Lot 1198
A George III Mahogany Bow Front Sideboard, with cross banded edge to top, fitted one frieze drawer, flanked by cupboards, each enclosed by a double dummy drawer fronted door, above shaped arch and on six square tapered legs with spade toes, 52ins wide x 26ins deep x 35.5ins highThe top has some heavy areas of scratching which appear to be quite fresh, most notably on the crossbanding at the front and in the centre at the back. Darker staining to the top and watermarks. Around all edges there are some knocks and rubbing. On the left hand panel the veneer is starting to bubble and there is a shrinkage split horizontally from one end to the other. On the left hand side there is a leg off but it is present. Drawer runs easily. General heavier wear to the legs and feet commensurate with age. Overall the item is structurally sound with little to no movement to the joints.
Lot 1246
A 19th Century French Gilt Metal Mounted Commode, with white and grey veined marble slab and moulded edge to top, fitted three short and two long drawers, on slender turned bun feet, 48.5ins wide x 23ins deep x 34.5ins highThe marble is heavily scratched and there is some areas of staining. On the back edge there are some slight edge knocks. On the front three edges it is slightly rubbed, front right-hand upright there is extensive paint and veneer loss and moulding missing. On the right-hand side panel there are two horizontal shrinkage splits running from one end to the other, and on the left-hand side there is a horizontal shrinkage split running from one end to the other. Drawers do run, however, are slightly swollen. Key is present and locking mechanisms work. General heavier wear to the feet commensurate with age, overall the item is structurally sound, however there is some movement in the joints
Lot 1260
A 19th Century French Beech Wood Framed Armchair, the moulded frame carved with flowers, the back, seat and arms upholstered in pale blue striped cloth, on turned and fluted legsGeneral scattered scratching and darker staining to the wooden components of the frame. At the top left hand side, right hand side and where the crest rail connects to the arms there are signs of shrinkage and the joints are slightly loose with proud pegs, and on the back there are areas of repair on the left hand side and a piece of timber at the top of the crest rail that appears to have been glued back on. The upholstery appears to be in good overall clean condition with no obvious tears or rips or stains, however it is heavily worn on the arms and is beginning to fray and the surround of the crest rail at the top has loose fabric. General heavier wear to the feet and legs commensurate with age. The item is structurally sound however there is some movement in the joints.
Lot 1183
A George III Mahogany Spice Cupboard, the upper part with moulded cornice, fitted fifteen small drawers, enclosed by a pair of shaped panelled doors, the base fitted three drawers and on ogee bracket feet, 24ins x 11ins x 30.5ins highThe cornice has some knock and general rubbing to all four edges. Light scattered scratching to the whole, some light oxidisation to the metal components eg escutcheons, handles and hinges. Signs of shrinkage to the veneer, especially to the crossbanding at the front of the doors. This item has been repolished. Drawers run freely. General heavier wear commensurate with age but overall in a good condition.
Lot 1209
A George IV Rosewood Rectangular Card Table, with square edge to the baize lined folding top, the frieze with carved leaf and scroll ornament, on turned and fluted leaf capped columns and trestle base with lion paw claw feet, 36ins wide x 18ins deep x 29ins highTo the top there is some general scattered scratching and darker staining (water marks). Around all four edges of the top are some slight edge knocks and general rubbing. The top is unevenly faded, the base has general darker staining around the carved component, polish build up. It has been relined and the baize is in good overall condition, however, the top is is slightly warped, and there is some veneer shrinkage all the way round. General heavy wear to the stretchers and feet, commensurate with age, overall the item is structurally sound, however, there is some movement in the joints
Lot 490
A Late 19th Century Miniature Brass Carriage Clock, retailed by Thornhill, 144 New Bond Street, London, the silvered dial with Roman numerals to the single train movement striking and repeating on a bell, contained in brass and bevelled glass Corniche pattern case, 3.25ins high Externally the gilding is a little dull and shows a mark to the top of the case on the rear of the right hand side, about 10cm circular (where it possibly someone has tried to test the case to see if it is gold?) All the glasses are intact and appear to be undamaged, likewise the door, the hinges are good -it opens and closes - the movement appears to be complete but we cannot vouch for its originality. the clock winds, runs and sets but should be regarded as untested. There is a key present. Buyers are strongly advised to study the images carefully prior to bidding.https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/t2i96a9ehogl4435omlhd/h?dl=0&rlkey=3xfzjgl9iq4wj38xqk6w49itj Buyers should be advised that the images within this Dropbox link constitute part of the condition report. Please inspect the images carefully. The height of the clock with the handle up is 4ins. It is not possible to post this item
Lot 792
A 9ct Gold Stiff Bangle, in the form of a belt, 215mm x 20mm, gross weight 20gThe bangle shows some denting to the rear (please refer to attached images). However to the front the item is in good condition. The clasp functions correctly. Overall this is an honest item however it has been subject to some wear and tear. The internal diameter from hinge to clasp is 61mm. Potential bidders are strongly advised to study all images closely prior to bidding.
Lot 1134
***Henri Matisse (1869-1954) - Sanguine lithograph - Plate 136 "Florilege des Amours de Ronsard", 1948, printed by L'Atelier Mourlot, published by Alberta Skira, limited edition of 320, 6.5ins x 8.5ins, in modern frame and glazedIn the very centre at the right hand side there is a small area of brown staining and the card is slightly warped, however apart from that there are no obvious areas of damage/loss/restoration. It appears to be in a fairly good condition. Please note this item has not been inspected of of the frame.
Lot 1201
A Pair of George III Mahogany Hall Chairs, the shaped backs with moulded edges, matching wood seats inset with plain oval cartouche, on turned legs The first chair - top back there is some general signs of scratching and the the seat some darker staining. on the back there are three pegs pushing proud. The whole of the chair at the back it is different colour to the legs and the seat. Back legs appear to be replacements. Joints are tight and the item is structurally sound with little to no movement to the joints.The other chair - light scattered scratching to the whole. The seat has some watermarks and darker staining. Again the back has pegs that are proud and the back legs are a slightly different shade to the back and seat, they are either heavily faded or have been repaired/replaced. The back left hand leg there is a small area of timber damage around 0.25ins square. Joints are tight with little to no movement. The pair are in a fair condition.
Lot 821
A Vintage Butler & Wilson Gecko Brooch, an articulated gecko/lizard brooch with red eyes, 75mm x 190mm, signedThe item presents in good condition showing no obvious sign of previous damage or repair. All the stones appear to be present and to be well set. There does not appear to be any damage to any claws. The clasp functions correctly.
Lot 1087
An Early 20th Century Shiraz Rug woven in colours of ivory, navy blue and wine, with five hooked octagonal guls, the field filled with floral and geometric motifs, on a navy blue ground, with conforming spandrels within multi stripe borders, 94ins x 59insThe carpet lies very flat on the floor. There are no signs of wear (low pile) or historic moth damage. All edges are fully intact. The colours remain vivid. The item is very clean. It appears to be in good condition.
Lot 1236
A 19th Century French Provincial Oak Armoire, with moulded cornice, the frieze carved with vase of flowers and fruiting vines, fitted five shelves enclosed by a pair of carved and glazed doors, shaped apron, on conforming short cabriole legs, 48ins x 20ins x 90ins high Note: Shelves missing To the cornice on all three front edges there are some edge knocks and general rubbing all the way round. On the left hand corner there is signs of shrinkage running horizontally. The joints are beginning to open up, and the same on the right-hand side, on the right-hand side at the top the panel has a shrinkage split running vertically from one end to the other, and on the lower panel is an area of damage around 4ins long. On the bottom panel there is a shrinkage split running vertically from one end to the other. On the left-hand side the top panel has a shrinkage split running vertically from one end to the other, the same on the bottom panel. The left-hand door at the top there is a small area of repair around 4ins square, and around all of the shaped moulding of the glazing there are areas of shrinkage with slight oxidisation to the brass components. General heavy wear to the feet commensurate with age. There are flight holes present to the back boards, evidence of historic woodworm, as stated the shelves are missing, and the item is structurally sound, however, there is some movement to the joints
Lot 1205
A George III Oak Bureau, the slope with brown leather and gilt tooled inset to fitted interior with well, pigeon holes and four small drawers, three long graduated drawers under, on bracket feet, 35ins wide x 20ins deep x 40.5ins highAt the top on the front there are general signs of scattered scratching and darker staining. On the right hand side and left hand side there are general edge knocks and rubbing. On the left hand side at the top there is a small area of veneer repair in a rectangular section and new pegs have been inserted. The slope has slightly dropped and there is a gap. The interior shows general signs of shrinkage around the leather lined slope. The leather appears to be have been replaced and is in generally good condition. There is scratching and darker staining to the interior. The drawers run free and easily with minimal resistance. Some slight oxidisation to the metal components, the lock escutcheon and handles. To the left hand side there is a shrinkage split running vertically from one end to the other. The exterior drawers run free and easily with minimal resistance. General heavier wear to the feet and legs commensurate with age. Overall the item is structurally sound however there is some movement to the joints.
Lot 473
A French Composition Bust of Marie Antoinette of Louis XVI Style, 20th Century, on integral plinth,19ins highGeneral dirt build-up to the whole. Some slight discolouration. Scattered pitting and dark patches of staining. Some slight rubbing to the elements of the face. General heavier wear to the base commensurate with age. Overall the item appears to be in relatively good condition with no obvious signs of breaks or damage.
Lot 1274
A Victorian Ebonised Frame Day Bed, with rectangular back, out scrolled arms, the back, seat and arms upholstered in green cloth, on ebonised turned feet with castors, approximately 62ins longThe upholstery appears to be in a fairly good overall condition with no obvious tears or rips. The cushions remain firm and it is remarkably comfortable. There are no stains or foul odours emitting from the item. However on the right hand side the fabric banding is loose but present and it is slightly worn around the right hand corner and the back left hand side. Overall the joints are fairly solid with only a little bit of movement. There is general heavier wear to the feet commensurate with age.
Lot 1352
A 19th Century Mahogany and Brass Bound Military Chest, with square edge to top, fitted two short and three long drawers, and on turned bun feet (two sections), 36ins wide x 18ins deep x 42ins highSome general light scattered scratching to top, darker staining (watermark). Minor oxidisation to the brass components. The right hand side has some darker scratching and where the two chests meet in the centre. There is some slight veneer loss/damage here and on the left hand side. Drawers run freely. General heavier wear to the bun feet commensurate with age. Overall the item is structurally sound with little to no movement to the joints. It appears to be in a good overall condition.
Lot 1179
An 18th Century Oak Dresser Base, with plain two plank top, and moulded edge, fitted three frieze drawers, plain apron and on square supports, 82ins wide x 21ins deep x 32ins highGeneral scattered scratching to the top with darker staining and water marks. On all three front edges of the top there is some slight edge knocks and general rubbing. The top is slightly unevenly faded to the base. The drawers run free and easily with minimal resistance. General shadowing around the handle and lock plates. In the central drawer the lock plate at the back appears to have some cut marks. Evidence of dry rot to the feet. To the back legs there are areas of timber loss. General heavier wear to the legs commensurate with age. Overall the item is structurally sound with little to no movement in the joints.
Lot 1207
A George III Mahogany Circular Drop Leaf Cottage Dining Table, on turned legs with pad feet, 16ins diameter x 29ins highThe top has some general light scattered scratching and darker staining. Around all of the edges are some slight edge knocks and rubbing. In the centre there are a couple of shrinkage splits running horizontally around 8ins long. The base is heavily faded and has signs of heavier wear commensurate with age. Some darker pitting on each of the legs. Overall the item is structurally sound, however there is some movement to the joints. 58.5ins x 59ins x 29ins high.
Lot 1227
A 19th Century Continental Figured Mahogany Commode, with square edge to top, fitted one frieze drawer, three long recessed drawers under with turned column to sides, on plinth base, 46ins wide x 21ins deep x 35ins highThere is some general scattered scratching to the top and some darker staining. The top is also unevenly faded and all four edges of the top have some knocks and general rubbing. The right hand side has some darker scratching. The left hand side at the base there is a piece of veneer loss/damage, approximately 2ins squared. The drawers run easily. General heavier wear to the base and the feet commensurate with age. Overall the item is structurally sound with no movement to the joints.
Lot 1287
A Late 19th Century French Pine Dwarf Bookcase, with moulded edge to top, the frieze carved with stylised flowers, fitted four shelves flanked by fluted and acanthus leaf capped uprights, one drawer to base, on turned bun feet, 46ins wide x 15ins deep x 73ins high To the whole there is some light scattered scratching and darker staining, especially at the top of the cornice. The uprights and the base, the interior on the left-hand side. There are some annotations in chalk, this appears to have been stripped back and re-polished professionally, there is a nice even colour. Original shelves. Drawer runs freely with minimum resistance. Overall the item is structurally sound with little or no movement to the joints and appears to be in relatively good overall condition
Lot 820
A Vintage Butler & Wilson Snake/Serpent Brooch, a serpent with green eyes and green crystal scales, 40mm x 170mm, signed, and a small black enamelled and crystal snake, 20mm x 80mmThe item presents in good overall condition showing no obvious sign of damage or repair. All the stones are present and securely set. There appears to be no damage to any claws. The clasp functions correctly.
Lot 1295
An Early Victorian Rosewood Occasional Table, with octagonal top over turned column on indented four-sided base, 28.75ins high, and a rectangular mahogany work table with single drawer on turned and fluted legs, with undertier, 19.5ins x 12.75ins x 29ins high Octagonal table - Scattered scratching to the top and darker staining and some watermarks. Veneer shrinkage to the edge and knocks and rubbing. General heavier wear to base commensurate with age. Item is structurally sound with no movement in the joints. Other table - Scattered scratching to the top, uneven fading, all edges have some slight knocks and rubbing. Slight veneer shrinkage to the edge. The drawer runs easily. At the back of the frieze there is a shrinkage split running horizontally from one end to the other. Top right hand side the front upright there is a small shrinkage split running vertically around 2ins long. Scratches to the underside of the tier and general heavier wear to the base and feet commensurate with age. The item is structurally sound with little to no movement to the joints.
Lot 1186
A George III Mahogany Tallboy, the upper part with dentil moulded cornice, fitted two short and three long drawers, with satinwood canted corners, the base fitted three long drawers, on bracket feet, 42ins wide x 22ins deep x 73ins highThe top of the cornice there is various areas of edge knocks and general rubbing all the way round, and on the right corner a small area of damage around 3ins long running horizontally, on the left corner there is a piece of moulding loose but present, on the top left-hand upright there is a small area of moulding loss around 2ins horizontally, and the same on the right-hand side, on the right-hand side in the center there is a shrinkage split running vertically around 12ins long, drawers run freely and easily with minimal resistance, to the base and the first of the long drawers the handle plate is loose but present, but the handle is missing, on the left-hand side there is a scratch running vertically, around 20ins long, on the right-hand side there are scattered areas of scratching, and at the very top at the left there is some areas of rubbing and heavy gauges, general heavy wear to feet, commensurate with age, overall the item is an even colour, has been polished fairly recently, overall the item is structurally sound, with little or no movement to the joints
Lot 310
A .22 Calibre Under Lever Air Rifle, by Gamo, Model CF20, 16ins blued steel barrel, with elevating sights, blue steel action, hard wood stock with chequered grips, composite butt pad, 43ins overall Note: You must be over 18 to purchase this lot. We cannot post this item The weapon is in excellent overall condition showing signs of little if any wear. The bluing is 100% intact. The weapon cocks, holds and fires. There are some minor scuffs and dings and dents to the woodwork commensurate with age and light usage. Overall a nice example.
Lot 1256
A 19th Century Continental Rosewood and Walnut Circular Occasional Table, with stylised marquetry flower to top, on octagonal central turned column and stylised scroll feet, 15ins diameter x 29ins highThe top has some light scattered scratching. The edge has some knocks and rubbing, the veneer is starting to lift. The column, base and feet have general heavier wear commensurate with age. Overall the item is structurally sound with little to no movement to the joints and is in a good overall condition.
Lot 1269
A 19th Century Mahogany and Brass Bound Military Chest, in two sections, fitted two short and three long drawers, on turned feet, 39ins wide x 17.5ins deep x 41.5ins highGeneral scattered scratching to the top, darker staining (watermarks) and some slight uneven fading to the left hand side. Minor oxidisation to the brass components. Drawers run easily. The two feet in the centre have slight veneer shrinkage vertically approximately 2ins long and on the left hand side there are some edge knocks and minor areas of veneer loss. Overall the chest is a nice even colour apart from the area mentioned on the top. There is general heavier wear to the feet commensurate with age. Overall the item is structurally sound with little to no movement to the joints. It appears to be in a good overall condition.
Lot 1199
A George III Mahogany Extending Dining Table, comprising two D-end sections, with square edge to top, plain frieze, each on four square moulded legs and two centre leaves, 48ins x 76ins x 28ins highTo the top there is general scattered scratching, darker staining, and the whole is unevenly faded. To the frieze on the moulding there is some edge nicks and it is generally rubbed, heavier wear to the feet commensurate with age. Overall the item is structurally sound with little or no movement to the joints, clips are present, and is in fairly good condition
Lot 1357
A Victorian Aesthetic Movement Oak and Parcel Gilt Chiffonnier, designed by A.W. Blomfield, with moulded cornice, dentil frieze, the upper part inset with three arched mirror panels and flanked by turned columns, the base fitted two shelves enclosed by a pair of moulded and panelled doors, with hinges made in the form of flesh, fish and fowl, on conforming supports, 39ins wide x 18ins deep x 65ins high Note: Illustrated in Charles Lock Eastlake's 'Hints on Household Taste', 1868 Most notably there is a white build-up of dust/dirt on the top level and the top of the base. General light scattered scratching to the whole and some darker staining. All three front edges of the top at the cornice have some slight edge knocks and general rubbing. There is some slight uneven fading to the top and the front and the right and left hand sides. Some minor scattered areas of parcel gilt loss all over. The mirror panels appear to be in good overall clean condition. All the door panels are present. One appears darker but in our opinion does not appear to be a replacement, there is a grain to the panel and it just appears to be a shade darker than the others. There are no obvious areas of damage, loss or restoration. The key is present and locking mechanisms work. There is some slight oxidisation to the metal components. General heavier wear to the feet commensurate with age. The doors are slightly swollen and the item is structurally sound with little to no movement in the joints, however the item is a little uneven with one of the feet slightly shorter than the other. There is a small area of timber loss to the back right hand leg which is making it a little uneven, however the whole appears to be in generally good overall and honest condition with no obvious damage, loss or restoration.
Lot 65
A Chinese Hardwood Three Piece Lounge Suite, the low backs and arms inset with fretted scroll panels, and on square legs, comprising - three seat settee, 72ins (183cm) wide x 29.5ins (75cm) high, and a pair of matching easy chairs, with loose cushions in floral and bird chintz Sofa - the upholstery of the cushion appears to be heavily stained in various places. However there are no obvious tears, rips or wear to the seat or cushions. There are no foul orders emanating from it. The arms are slightly faded. To the whole there is some light scattered scratching and some heavier rubbing to the crest rail. The item is structurally sound with little to no movement in the joints. There is general heavier wear to the feet and base commensurate with age. One armchair - heavily faded with some light scattered scratching to the whole. The upholstery of the cushions is quite stained and faded however there are no obvious tears or rips to the fabric and there are no foul odours emanating from it. Structurally sound however there is some movement in the joint at the back and general heavier wear to the feet and base commensurate with age. Second armchair - light scattered scratching to the frame. The seat and cushion are slightly stained and discoloured. However there are no obvious tears or rips to the fabric. No foul odours emanating. The chair appears to be structurally sound with little to no movement in the joints and there are general signs of wear to the feet and base. Overall this lot is in fairly good condition.
Lot 1216
A George IV Mahogany Sofa Table, fitted two real and two dummy frieze drawers, turned central column with reeded base, on four splayed legs with brass feet and castors, 60ins wide x 28ins deep x 27.5ins highGeneral scattered scratching to the top and darker staining. Around all four edges of the top there are some slight edge knocks and general rubbing. Signs of shrinkage to the veneer most notably on the outer edge of the top. Drawers run free and easily with minimal resistance. Light oxidisation to the metal components, handles and feet. Castors run free and easily with minimal resistance. General heavier wear to the base and legs commensurate with age. Overall the item is structurally sound with little to no movement in the joints.
Lot 1248
A 19th Century Continental Hardwood Coffer, with moulded edge to top, fitted large brass carrying handles to sides, and ornate escutcheon to front, on bracket feet, 53ins wide x 23ins deep x 28ins highThe top has some heavy scratching and darker staining. around the top there are various edge knocks and rubbing. The right hand side has a piece of canvas/calico that stops the top from falling over, but this piece is missing on the left hand side. General oxidisation to the brass components. The lock plate at the top of the interior of the top is missing and it appears to have a replacement lock plate at the front as there are two holes on the inside of the chest. the base boards of the interior have some shrinkage gaps in between them. There is shadowing around the later escutcheon. General heavier wear to the base commensurate with age. Overall the item is structurally sound however there is some movement in the joints
Lot 1191
A Late Georgian Mahogany Bow Fronted Chest, with quadruple reeded edge to top, fitted two short and three long graduated drawers, on shaped apron and splayed bracket feet, 41ins wide x 21ins deep x 37.5ins highTo the top there are general signs of scattered scratching and the top is heavily faded, around all three front edges of the top there are some edge knocks and slight rubbing, this piece has an oak carcass and the drawers run free and easily with little resistance, general heavy wear to the feet, commensurate with age, and some small areas of chipped veneer loss, overall the item is structurally sound, with little or no movement to the joints
Lot 1285
A 19th Century French Provincial Cherry Wood Kitchen Table, with five plank cleated top, draw leaves to both ends, plain frieze, on square tapered legs, 73ins x 34ins x 32ins high The top has dark scattered scratching and watermarks. The edges have knocks and rubbing. Flight holes present on the underside and top, evidence of historic woodworm. The top is heavily bowed and the drawer leaves do not run easily and signs of shrinkage between the planks. General heavier wear to the legs commensurate with age. Overall the item is structurally sound, however there is some movement in the joints.
Lot 1229
An Early Victorian Figured Mahogany Gentleman's Wardrobe, with moulded cornice, plain frieze, fitted two shelves enclosed by a pair of arched panelled doors, the base fitted two short and three long graduated drawers, 38ins wide x 20ins deep x 75ins highTo the top of the cornice around all three edges there are some slight edge knocks and rubbing. To the frieze there is some general scattered signs of shrinkage with vertical shrinkage splits present from one end to the other. On the left-hand side of the top there is small area in the centre of slight grazing, and on the right-hand side is a "J" shaped scratch around 12ins long, however, this item appears to have been re-polished quite recently and it is barely visible. To the face on the left, top and right-hand sides there is some general light scattered scratching and on the base of the right-hand side there is a deep gouge running horizontally around 4ins long. Drawers run free and easily with minimal resistance. General heavier wear to the bun feet commensurate with age. Overall the item is structurally sound with little or no movement to the joints, and appears to be in fairly good, overall condition
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