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Click here to subscribeManner of Isaac Oliver Portrait miniature of Robert Devereux, 2nd Earl of Essex (1565-1601)watercolour on ivory, oval4cmProvenance:From the estate of the late Barry Lock (1934-2021)This item is offered for sale in accordance with the Ivory Act 2018 and has been assigned an exemption certificate, Ref. No. CJ3XMUTT.Does not fit its frame due to the ivory warping.
German School, mid-18th century Portrait miniature of a noblewoman, believed to be Princess Sophie Antoinette of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel (1724-1802)inscribed with the presumed identity of the sitter (to the reverse)watercolour on ivory6cm Provenance:Janet Niven, Woollahra, Australia, from whom acquired in 2015 by the late Barry Lock (1934-2021)This item is offered for sale in accordance with the Ivory Act 2018 and has been assigned an exemption certificate, Ref. No. S338R3F8.Scattered paint losses. Some surface dirt. On thick piece of ivory - app. 1.5mm. Under UV, retouchings in the background - these now appear to have slightly discoloured. Examined out of frame. 6.7 x 4.7cm framed.
Bernard Lens III (1682-1740) after Sir Godfrey Kneller Portrait miniature of King George I (1660-1727) in ceremonial state robes and collar of the Order of the Gartersigned with gilt monogram 'BL' (centre right) and inscribed 'Georgius Dg Mag Britannicae Franciae et Hiberniae Rex Fidei Defensor, Brun: et Lunen: Dux S.R.I. Arch Thesau: et Princeps Elector & Inauguratus XX die Octobris 1714 Kneller S.R. Imp: et Mag: Brit Baronet: pinx ab Originall Bernard Lens ... fecit May ye 18 Londini 1718' (to the reverse)watercolour on ivory, oval8cmProvenance: Ellison Fine Art, from whom acquired in 2015 by the late Barry Lock (1934-2021)The present composition derives from Kneller's state portrait of George I, painted circa 1714, which was according to Horace Walpole "the only picture for which he ever sat in England." It is at Houghton Hall, Norfolk as it was given by the King to his Prime Minister, Sir Robert Walpole. The present miniature predates Lens' appointment in 1723 as "Painter in Enamell [sic] in Ordinary" to the King, and it was therefore probably painted to help secure his position at the court. Another version from 1718, but dated slightly later, to the 27th June, is in the Victoria and Albert Museum (P.64-1987).This item is offered for sale in accordance with the Ivory Act 2018 and has been assigned an exemption certificate, Ref. No. TZMX446R.Light surface dirt under glass. Appears to be in good condition overall. Not examined out of frame. 10 x 8.5cm framed.
Attributed to Andrew Benjamin Lens (1713 - after 1779) Portrait miniature of a gentleman, thought to be a member of the Warde family of Hooton Pagnell Hall, in a blue coat and red waistcoat, holding a black hat under his left armwatercolour on ivory, oval6cmProvenance:Hooton Pagnell Hall, South Yorkshire,Their sale, Bonhams, London, 1st December 2015, lot 90, as 'Manner of Andrew Benjamin Lens, circa 1740';Ellison Fine Art, from whom acquired in 2016, as 'by Andrew Benjamin Lens and of a member of the Warde family', by the late Barry Lock (1934-2021)This item is offered for sale in accordance with the Ivory Act 2018 and has been assigned an exemption certificate, Ref. No. RKK86TTT.Small losses and flaking paint lower left corner in the sitter's sleeve. Another small loss in his hair. The background in the lower left area seems a little abraded. Not examined out of frame.
Peter Paul Lens (1714 - after 1754) Portrait miniature of a lady in a yellow dress with lace lawn collar, blue bow at the bodice, blue wide-brimmed hat adorned with white plumes, ropes of pearls in her hair and wrapped around her dresssigned and dated indistinctly 'PLens / 174(?)' (lower right)watercolour on ivory, oval, in a gold frame6cmProvenance:Elle Shushan, Philadelphia, from whom acquired in 2015 by the late Barry Lock (1934-2021)This item is offered for sale in accordance with the Ivory Act 2018 and has been assigned an exemption certificate, Ref. No. 655Y328BSlight abrasion and wear to the paint layer along the top and minor losses along the edges. Not examined out of frame.
Peter Paul Lens (1714 - after 1754) Portrait miniature of a gentleman wearing a blue coat with gold frogging and a red waistcoatsigned with gold monogram 'PL' (centre right)watercolour on ivory, oval, in a gold frame4cmProvenance:Christie's, London, 24th June 1975, lot 40;Ellie Shushan, Philadelphia, from whom acquired in 2010 by the late Barry Lock (1934-2021)This item is offered for sale in accordance with the Ivory Act 2018 and has been assigned an exemption certificate, Ref. No. ZV42ZMS9Small retouching in the sitter's right shoulder. Surface dirt under glass. Not examined out of frame.
Peter Paul Lens (1714 - after 1754) Portrait miniature of a lady wearing a blue robe edged with ermine, pearl choker, her brown hair upswept beneath a white silk veilsigned 'PLens' (centre right)watercolour on ivory, oval, in an ebonised turned wood frame4.5cmProvenance:Bonhams, London, 30th May 2013, lot 26, when acquired by the late Barry Lock (1934-2021)This item is offered for sale in accordance with the Ivory Act 2018 and has been assigned an exemption certificate, Ref. No. R7431YF2.The ivory appears slightly warped. Small paint loss to the left centre edge. Small retouching above the sitter's left shoulder near the veil - has slightly discoloured and now appears light blue. There is some black spotting to the background - especially the left hand side by the sitter's veil and left of her head - this area fluoresces under UV. Some of these appear to be discoloured retouchings and surface dirt. Not examined out of frame. 6.5 x 5.8cm framed.
Mrs Rigby, circa 1770 Two portrait miniatures of Lady Katharine Noel (d. 1779) in nearly identical ermine-trimmed dress with high collar, the first of her wearing a black veil, the second a white headdressone inscribed to the reverse 'Mrs Rigby's Picture / of Lady Katharine Noel / Daughter of the Earl of Gainsborough / and Granddaughter of the Duke of / Rutland who resided in Dr Prower's / House at Cranborne several Months / previous to her death, as part of his / Family and was buried in his Vault / at Cranborne by her most / particular desire.'watercolours on ivory, oval, in turned wood frames5cmProvenance:Ellie Shushan, Philadelphia, from whom acquired in 2015 by the late Barry Lock (1934-2021) The sitter was the daughter of Baptist Noel, 3rd Earl of Gainsborough and Lady Dorothy Manners, daughter of John Manners, 1st Duke of Rutland. Lady Katharine died unmarried and was buried at the Church of St. Mary and St. Bartholomew in Cranborne, as was Mrs Rigby, who painted the present miniatures.This item is offered for sale in accordance with the Ivory Act 2018 and has been assigned an exemption certificate, Ref. No. ZRQ4AZHV.
Gervase Spencer (c.1715-1763) Portrait miniature of a gentleman, wearing blue coat with gold frogging, white figured waistcoat, chemise, stock and lace cravat, his powdered wig worn en queue and tied with black ribbonsigned and dated 'GS/ 1753' (lower right)watercolour on ivory, oval, in a gold frame4.5cmProvenance:Bonhams, London, 8th April 2010, lot 26;Bonhams, London, 21st November 2013, lot 24, when acquired by the late Barry Lock (1934-2021)Gervase Spencer was originally a gentleman's servant who was said to have taught himself the art of miniature painting. His work caught the eye of the writer George Vertue who described him in 1749 as "young man...who not long a few years ago was in the capacity of a footman to Dr. W [follows a flourish imaginable as 'ill'] - and now professes liming with some succes. which demonstrates a Genius pratizing by degrees of himself – and really is in a curious neat manner & masterly" (see George Vertue, 'Vertue's Note Book B. 4 [British Museum. Add. MS. 23,074]', in The Volume of the Walpole Society, 1933-4, vol. 22, pp. 143-62, p. 151).This item is offered for sale in accordance with the Ivory Act 2018 and has been assigned an exemption certificate, Ref. No. HWRTV9J1.Not examined out of frame. Good condition overall. Some light surface dirt under glass particularly to the sitter's coat. Small paint loss visible along the bottom centre edge. There is a small area in the sitter's right shoulder which appears to show either some fading or possible small losses.
Attributed to Richard Crosse (1742-1810) Portrait miniature of a gentleman wearing a green coat with his hair worn en queue watercolour on ivory, oval, in a gold frame set with seed pearls3.5cmProvenance:The Estate of the late Barry Lock (1934-2021)This item is offered for sale in accordance with the Ivory Act 2018 and has been assigned an exemption certificate, Ref. No. JHTUK9QKA significant build up of surface dirt under glass. Not examined out of frame.
Ozias Humphry (1742-1810) Portrait miniature of a gentleman in a scarlet coat and powdered wigsigned with a monogram (lower right)watercolour on ivory, oval, in a gold frame, the reverse engraved 'O. Humphries/ 1775 [sic]'4cmProvenance:Ellison Fine Art, from whom acquired in 2011 by the late Barry Lock (1934-2021)This item is offered for sale in accordance with the Ivory Act 2018 and has been assigned an exemption certificate, Ref. No. Z6QYET1Y.Not examined out of frame. Some surface dirt trapped along the bottom visible under magnification near the sitter's buttons. Little scuffing top left opposite the sitter's head. There appear to be a few slight orange spots visible in the coat under magnification.
Circle of John Hoppner, RA (1758-1810) An unfinished portrait miniature of a lady in a lace bonnetwatercolour on ivory, oval8.2cmProvenance:From the estate of the late Barry Lock (1934-2021)This item is offered for sale in accordance with the Ivory Act 2018 and has been assigned an exemption certificate, Ref. No. 72TBTDDFSome surface dirt visible under glass, otherwise appears to be in good condition overall. Not examined out of frame. 14.8 x 12.5cm framed.
George Engleheart (1750-1829) Portrait miniature of Thomas Knox (1786-1858), later 2nd Earl of Ranfurly, wearing blue coat with gold buttons, white waistcoat, stock and frilled cravat signed 'E' (lower right); signed and inscribed 'G Eng... / (H?)... Knox / Hertford Street Mayfair / Pinxit / 1810' (on a label to the reverse)watercolour on ivory, oval, in a gold frame engraved with the sitter's identity8.5cmProvenance: Bonhams, London, 28th January 2014, lot 371, when acquired by the late Barry Lock (1934-2021)The sitter was the eldest son of Thomas Knox (1754-1840) and his wife, the Hon. Diana Jane, daughter of Edmund Pery, 1st Viscount Pery. He studied at St. John's College, Cambridge, before embarking on a career in politics. In 1812, Knox succeeded his father as M.P. for County Tyrone and later for Dungannon between 1818-1830. He gained the courtesy title Viscount Northland upon his father's elevation to the earldom of Ranfurly in 1831 and later succeeded his father as the 2nd Earl of Ranfurly in 1840. He married Mary Juliana, daughter of the Most Reverend William Stuart, in 1815, by whom he had four sons and six daughters. Upon his death in 1858, he was succeeded by his eldest son, Thomas.This item is offered for sale in accordance with the Ivory Act 2018 and has been assigned an exemption certificate, Ref. No. QJY9EHPQ.Condition appears good overall. Under UV, there appear to be a few retouchings near the sitter's collar and near the lower centre. In the thicker, darker paint passages in the sitter's coat, there are some minor cracks and negligible losses.
John Cox Dillman Engleheart (1784-1862) Portrait miniature of a gentleman, wearing a blue coat with gold buttons and white stocksigned and inscribed 'J D Engleheart / Newman Street / 18(2?)9' (to the reverse)watercolour on ivory, oval8cmProvenance:Bonhams & Brooks, London, 7th March 2001, lot 304;Ellison Fine Art, from whom acquired in 2019 by the late Barry Lock (1934-2021)This item is offered for sale in accordance with the Ivory Act 2018 and has been assigned an exemption certificate, Ref. No. J9U1UQKF.Overall in good condition. Examined out of frame. Minor paint losses to the edges and a light scuff mark from the mount lower left. Does not fit properly into its frame - the right hand edge of the ivory can be seen.
John Cox Dillman Engleheart (1784-1862) Portrait miniature of a Lord Lieutenant, wearing red coat with dark blue facings and standing collar, gold epaulettes and black stocksigned and dated 'J C D Engleheart/ Pinxit/ 1819/ London' (to the reverse)watercolour on ivory8cmProvenance:Bonhams, London, 21st November 2013, lot 103, when acquired by the late Barry Lock (1934-2021)The present lot is a rare depiction of the uniform worn by a Lord Lieutenant before circa 1830.This item is offered for sale in accordance with the Ivory Act 2018 and has been assigned an exemption certificate, Ref. No. 5J8STS43.Old paint losses along the lower edges in the sitter's uniform - the retouchings in this area have discoloured and some of them now appear orange on closer inspection under stronger lighting. Dust sealed from the glass round the back of the backing paper. 9.8 x 8.2cm framed
James Holmes Jnr. (fl. 1836-1859)Portrait miniature of Captain Michael Henry Perceval (d.1890) wearing blue coat with gold buttons and epaulettes, gold trim to the white standing collarwatercolour on ivory, oval6.5cmProvenance:By family descent from the sitter,Their sale, Bonhams, London, 18th November 2003, lot 142, as one of 'Nine portraits of the grandchildren of Spencer Perceval, the children of Michael Henry Perceval';Bonhams, London, 25th May 2011, lot 89, together with another of the sitter's sister (see lot 347), when acquired by the late Barry Lock (1934-2021)The sitter, Michael Henry Junior, was one of ten children of Michael Henry Perceval (1779-1829) the illegitimate son of Spencer Perceval (1762-1812), the only Prime Minister to be assassinated whilst in office in 1812. A number of the sitter's siblings were also painted by James Holmes Junior (see Provenance; see lots 346 and 347).In 1810, the sitter's father, Michael Henry Senior, was sent to work in the Colonies where he married Anne Mary Flower (1790-1876), daughter of Sir Charles Flower, Lord Mayor of London. During the War of 1812, he served as a Staff Officer and provincial Aide-de-Camp to Sir George Prévost (1767-1816) and went on to become the Commissioner for the Port of Quebec in 1826. The family lived in Quebec from 1811 to 1828. They were scheduled to spend a year in Florence, but as their father died during the voyage, their mother decided to return to England where the sons joined the armed forces whilst most of the daughters married into the aristocracy.Michael Henry Junior joined the Royal Navy and became a Captain. In 1849, he married Maria Vanneck (d.1903), daughter of the Hon. Gerard Vanneck (1786-1829) and Charlotte Lovelace (d.1875).This item is offered for sale in accordance with the Ivory Act 2018 and has been assigned an exemption certificate, Ref. No. YYTS864R.
James Holmes Jnr. (fl. 1836-1859) Portrait miniature of Charles Perceval in the uniform of an officer of the Austrian Cavalrywatercolour on ivory, oval6.5cmProvenance:By family descent from the sitter,Their sale, Bonhams, London, 18th November 2003, lot 142, as one of 'Nine portraits of the grandchildren of Spencer Perceval, the children of Michael Henry Perceval';Bonhams, London, 20th May 2009, lot 121;Ellison Fine Art, from whom acquired in 2009 by the late Barry Lock (1934-2021)The sitter was one of ten children of Michael Henry Perceval (1779-1829) and Anne Mary Flower (1790-1876), daughter of Sir Charles Flower, Lord Mayor of London. A number of the sitter's siblings were also painted by James Holmes Junior (see Provenance; see lots 345 and 347).This item is offered for sale in accordance with the Ivory Act 2018 and has been assigned an exemption certificate, Ref. No. UXK897U1.
Frederick Buck (1771-1840)Portrait miniature of an officer of the light company, 16th (Bedfordshire) Regiment of Foot, circa 1810 watercolour on ivory, oval6cmProvenance:From the estate of the late Barry Lock (1934-2021)We are grateful to Christopher Bryant for his assistance with this catalogue entry.This item is offered for sale in accordance with the Ivory Act 2018 and has been assigned an exemption certificate, Ref. No. PLZT9LH4.Ivory slightly warped. Small paint loss lower centre in the sitter's uniform. Some surface dirt along the edges. Little red spotting right of the sitter's head. Examined out of frame. 11.8 x 9.7cm framed.
Follower of Robert HomePortrait miniature of Major General Sir Arthur Wellesley (1769-1852) later 1st Duke of Wellington, in uniform wearing the insignia of the Order of the Bathwatercolour on ivory, oval7.3cmProvenance:The estate of the late Barry Lock (1934-2021)The present miniature portrait appears to derive from the full-length portrait of Arthur Wellesley by Home, dated to 1805, which is in the Royal Collection (inv. no. RCIN 407435).This item is offered for sale in accordance with the Ivory Act 2018 and has been assigned an exemption certificate, Ref. No. 5X7APKGH.
William C. Dubisson (fl.1821-1834) Portrait miniature of an Adjutant General or Quartermaster General, in the pre-1829 uniform, standing half-length before a column and curtain backgroundsigned and dated 'Dubifson P.t 1832' (lower right), inscribed 'Col (Aitchison?)' (to the reverse)watercolour on ivory10.5cmProvenance:Christie's, London, 28th November 2006, lot 64;Ellison Fine Art, from whom acquired in 2010 by the late Barry Lock (1934-2021)We are grateful to Christopher Bryant for his assistance with this catalogue entry.This item is offered for sale in accordance with the Ivory Act 2018 and has been assigned an exemption certificate, Ref. No. 9CU3X4W7.Few losses along the edges. Some surface dirt under glass. Very slight warping to the ivory on the right hand side.
French School, circa 1815 Portrait miniature of an officer in a white coat with high light blue collar and black stockwatercolour on ivory, circular5.5cmProvenance:Christie's, London, 30th April 1996, lot 137;Bonhams, London, 19th November 2008, lot 122, when acquired by the late Barry Lock (1934-2021)This item is offered for sale in accordance with the Ivory Act 2018 and has been assigned an exemption certificate, Ref. No. 91KPBA6C.
Richard Woodman (1784-1859)Portrait miniature of Hammel Ingold Strutt (1804-1886) in a double-breasted coat with gold buttons, his collar bearing a gold embroidered anchorsigned and inscribed 'Mr Hammel / Ingold Strutt / R.N. / Painted by R. Woodman/ Jany. 1831/ Mr Strutt was a / Grandson of the / celebrated Joseph / Strutt. Antiquarian / Explorer d.d.' (to the reverse)watercolour on ivory, oval, in a chased gilt-metal fausse montre locket frame6cmProvenance:Bonhams, London, 28th June 2012, lot 120, when acquired by the late Barry Lock (1934-2021)The sitter was the son of Joseph Strutt (1775–1833), librarian to the Duke of Northumberland, and Mary Ann Rolfe, and the grandson of the artist, antiquarian and writer Joseph Strutt (1749-1802).In the Naval List of the British Admiralty, dated 20th March 1834, Strutt is recorded as 'Master of the Navy', a position he was appointed to on 23rd February 1829. According to a contemporary account published in 1840 by the British consul to Cuba, David Turnbull (1794-1851), Hammel was "the sailing master of the Madagascar" and was stationed near Port Royal, Jamaica (see Travels in the West; Cuba with notices of Porto Rico, and the slave trade, 1840, p.427). Another account by Commodore Sir John Strutt Peyton records Hammel Strutt having detained a schooner Feliz, sailing under Portuguese colours about twenty miles east of Port Royal and carrying 326 slaves as cargo (see Accounts and Papers: Slave Trade, Session 5 February - 27 August 1839, vol. XX, 1839, p.79).By 1857, Strutt must have left the Navy and returned to England as he is recorded in Plymouth Archives as having taken out a mortgage for £500 and is referred to simply as "Hammel Ingold Strutt of Southampton, esq".This item is offered for sale in accordance with the Ivory Act 2018 and has been assigned an exemption certificate, Ref. No. 6E8T2YN4.ivory warped
Nicholas Freese (1761-1831) Portrait miniature of a naval officer in a blue uniform trimmed with gold, white waistcoat, frilled cravat and black stocksigned 'Freese / pinx' (lower left)watercolour on ivory, oval, in a gold frame, verso glazed to reveal opalescent glass6.5cmProvenance:Ellison Fine Art, from whom acquired in 2019 by the late Barry Lock (1934-2021)This item is offered for sale in accordance with the Ivory Act 2018 and has been assigned an exemption certificate, Ref. No. GAANBHXGNot examined out of frame. The miniature does not appear to fit its frame perfectly - the left and right edges of the ivory are visible and sit approximately 2mm from the edge of the frame. Layer of surface dust has accumulated along the bottom. The paint layer in this area appears to be slightly abraded.
English School, 1779 Portrait miniature of William Sidney Smith (1764-1840), later Admiral Sir Sidney Smith, at the age of fifteen wearing the uniform of a midshipmaninscribed with the identity of the sitter and the date '1779' below the portrait; the backing of the frame bearing the card of the sitter's younger brother, John Spencer Smith, FRS (1769-1845)watercolour on ivory, oval5.5cmProvenance:Elle Shushan, Philadelphia, from whom acquired in 2016 by the late Barry Lock (1934-2021)Known for his strategic brilliance, daring exploits, and charismatic leadership, William Sidney Smith (1764-1840) played a pivotal role in several important naval battles during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Born in Westminster into a naval family with connections to the Pitt family, Smith joined the Royal Navy in 1777 at the age of thirteen and quickly rose through the ranks, becoming a lieutenant at the age of eighteen. He served with distinction in the American Revolutionary War, the French Revolutionary Wars, and the Napoleonic Wars, earning a reputation as a brilliant tactician and commander. In 1799, as a Captain of the HMS Tigre, he led an audacious attack on the French fleet at the Battle of the Nile, which resulted in a resounding victory for the British.After distinguishing himself in the Mediterranean, Smith returned to England in 1801, becoming a Member of Parliament for Rochester and the lover of Caroline of Brunswick, Princess of Wales. He returned to active duty in 1805 and sailed for Portugal. In 1807, during the Siege of Porto, Portugal, he successfully defended the city against a superior French force, earning him the title of 'Conqueror of Porto.' He also played a crucial role in the successful defence of Cádiz, Spain, against French forces during the Peninsular War. Smith was often entrusted with diplomatic missions by the British government, attending the Congress of Vienna and playing a key role in fostering alliances with various European powers to counter French expansionist ambitions. In 1815, he received a knighthood for his work with Wellington in securing the peace and guaranteeing that Louis XVIII could safely return to Paris. After his illustrious naval career, Smith retired from active service in 1816 and was later promoted to the rank of Admiral. He settled in Paris, where he lived a retired life, writing memoirs and assisting with British diplomatic efforts. Smith died in Paris in 1840, leaving behind a legacy as one of Britain's most distinguished naval commanders.This item is offered for sale in accordance with the Ivory Act 2018 and has been assigned an exemption certificate, Ref. No. W9251N2V.Examined out of frame. Good overall condition. There appears to be little retouching lower centre. Dust sealed from the glass round the back of the ivory. 15.7 x 13.2cm framed
Continental School, circa 1800 Portrait miniature of Sir John Charles Richardson (c.1785-1821), later 12th Baronet of Pitfour Castle, in naval uniform, a gold trimmed blue coat with white facings and gold epaulettes, his right arm resting inside his waistcoatinscribed 'Captain/ Sir John Charles Richardson/ Royal Navy/ died 1822 [sic]' (to the reverse)watercolour on ivory, oval7cmProvenance:Bonhams, London, 22nd April 2015, lot 35, when acquired by the late Barry Lock (1934-2021)The sitter was the third son of Sir George Richardson of Smeaton, 9th Bt. (d. 1792) a Captain in the Honourable East India Company naval service, and Mary Cooper.In 1804, he succeeded to the Richardson title as 12th baronet of Pitfour Castle, Perth after the death of his two elder brothers, who both died in action and without issue. He gained the rank of Commander in the service of the Royal Navy. He died without issue in 1821 when the baronetcy became dormant until 1837. This item is offered for sale in accordance with the Ivory Act 2018 and has been assigned an exemption certificate, Ref. No. 5SBRYJYW.Not examined out of frame. The miniature does not fit properly into its larger papier mâché frame. A build up of dust and surface dirt along the bottom centre and right of the sitter. There is visible cracking throughout the sky background which also appears little discoloured. 14 x 12cm framed
Attributed to John Comerford (c. 1770-1832) A set of six unfinished portrait miniatures said to be of a family from Meath, Irelandinscribed with the proposed identity of the sitters (to the reverse)watercolours on ivory, oval, framed as onelargest 4.7cmProvenance:According to an inscription on the reverse - bought in Dublin in 1879;From the estate of the late Barry Lock (1934-2021)This item is offered for sale in accordance with the Ivory Act 2018 and has been assigned an exemption certificate, Ref. No. 2WRW91Y4.
John M Field (1771-1841) A silhouette miniature of William Pitt the Younger (1759-1806), head and shoulders, profile to the rightsigned 'field' (under the truncation)painted on ivory and bronzed, oval2.1cmProvenance:Bonhams, London, 8th April 2010, lot 23, when acquired by the late Barry Lock (1934-2021)William Pitt the Younger became in 1783 the youngest Prime Minister ever at the age of 24 (although at this period the term Prime Minister was not used). He served as the First Lord of the Treasury twice, from 1783 to 1801 and from 1804 until his death in 1806.Born in 1759, the son of the prominent politician, William Pitt the Elder (1708-1778), who himself previously served as Prime Minister from 1766-68, Pitt the Younger entered politics at a young age. In 1766, his father was created Earl of Chatham. In 1782, he joined the government of Lord Shelburne as Chancellor of the Exchequer and was appointed a member of the Privy Council. As First Lord of the Treasury, he focused on reducing the national debt and promoting free trade. He also helped to negotiate the Treaty of Paris, which ended the American War of Independence. Despite his successes, Pitt's health began to decline, and he died in 1806 at the age of 46.This item is offered for sale in accordance with the Ivory Act 2018 and has been assigned an exemption certificate, Ref. No. WF19S6VX
William Grimaldi (1751-1830) Portrait miniature of Sir John Perring, 1st Bt. (1765-1831) of Memblandsigned 'W Grimaldi' (lower right) and inscribed 'Sir John Perring Bart / Lord Mayor of London / 1803 / William Grimaldi / pinxt 1809' (to the reverse)watercolour on ivory, oval, in a gold frame6.5cmProvenance:Ellison Fine Art, Bucks, from whom acquired in 2013 by the late Barry Lock (1934-2021)The sitter was the eldest son of Philip Perring of Modbury, Devon. He was elected a Sheriff of the City of London in 1800 and later, in 1803, Lord Mayor of London. In 1808, he was created 1st baronet of Membland, Devon. He served as the Member of Parliament for New Romney in 1806 and for Hythe from 1810 until 1820. He was also a commissioner for exchequer bills and a partner in the banking firm, John Perring, Shaw, Barber & Co. Following the Panic of 1825 - a stock market crash resulting in part out of speculative land investments in Latin America - Perring lost his estates. He died in 1831 at the age of 65 and is interred in St. Pancras Church, London. The artist, William Grimaldi, was the great-grandson of Alessandro Maria Grimaldi, the heir of the Genoese family of Grimaldi, who had settled in England after the bombardment of Genoa in 1684. His clients included the Prince of Wales and Prince Frederick, Duke of York and Albany. In 1790, he was appointed enamel painter to the Duke of York, in 1791 to the Duchess of York, and in 1804 to the Prince of Wales.This item is offered for sale in accordance with the Ivory Act 2018 and has been assigned an exemption certificate, Ref. No. NELWSAKW.
Circle of John Barry (fl. 1784-1827) Portrait miniature of a gentleman in a blue jacket with black buttons watercolour on ivory, oval6cmProvenance:Estate of the late Barry Lock (1934-2021)This item is offered for sale in accordance with the Ivory Act 2018 and has been assigned an exemption certificate, Ref. No. ZKEDQXF1.
Continental School, 1845 Portrait miniature of a young man in a frock coat with his lapel embroidered with flowers signed and dated '1845. Be(i?)jer' (centre left)watercolour on ivory, oval5.8cmProvenance:From the estate of the late Barry Lock (1934-2021)This item is offered for sale in accordance with the Ivory Act 2018 and has been assigned an exemption certificate, Ref. No. KJE2VV3J
Henry Collen (1798-1879) Portrait miniature of John FitzGibbon, 2nd Earl of Clare, KP, GCH, PC (1792-1851) in peer's robessigned and dated 'From a picture by G. Hayter. H Collen 1825' (centre left) and inscribed on the reverse 'Earl of Clare's Picture / Lady Isabella FitzGibbon'watercolour on ivory8.5cmProvenance:Ellison Fine Art, from whom acquired in 2019 by the late Barry Lock (1934-2021)The sitter was the eldest son of John FitzGibbon, 1st Earl of Clare and Anne Whaley. In 1802, he succeeded to the titles of Baron FitzGibbon in the Peerage of Great Britain and Earl of Clare in the Irish Peerage. Educated at Christ Church, Oxford, he was active in the House of Lords from 1820, becoming a Privy Councillor in 1830. He served as Governor of Bombay from 1830-1835, as Deputy Lieutenant of the County of Limerick from 1846-1849 and afterwards was appointed Lord Lieutenant of the City of Limerick for the remainder of his life. In 1826, he married the Hon. Elizabeth Burrell, daughter of Peter Burrell, 1st Lord Gwydwyr and Priscilla Bertie, suo jure Baroness Willoughby de Eresby. The couple lived apart, Lady Clare moving to the Isle of Wight where she built a Catholic church at Ryde and a Priory at Carisbrooke. Lord Clare was a great friend of Lord Byron whom he met at Harrow School. Byron had claimed to love him "ad infinitum" and said that he could never hear the word "Clare" without "a murmur of the heart". Lord Clare died in 1851 without issue and was succeeded in his titles and estates by his younger brother.This item is offered for sale in accordance with the Ivory Act 2018 and has been assigned an exemption certificate, Ref. No. 6QUX1LSV.Few light scuffs above the sitter top left corner. Otherwise good condition overall. 21 x 20cm framed
A George III satinwood and mahogany Pembroke table, in the Sheraton style, the crossbanded oval drop flap top with central fan inlay above a single end drawer raised on square tapered legs and brass castors73 x 53 x 76cm closed73 x 102 x 76cm openThis item is offered for sale in accordance with the Ivory Act 2018 and has been assigned an exemption certificate, Ref. No. H95V7D1N
Group of stoneware and pottery pieces19th Century and later, including a two-sided mask cup, 13cm high, a Gothic style flask impressed Wilde, High Street, Boro, 16cm, a basket, 18cm long, and five other pieces, (8)Provenance: The property of a Gentleman, from a period Winchcombe Town House.For the Gothic style flask only: Starburst hairline cracks. Chips to the base. No stopper. Crazing to the glaze. If you would like further details of any other item(s) in this lot, please contact us.
A set of hallmarked silver George V Art Deco vanity items. The lot to include a pair of silver backed hair brushes, a silver backed hand mirror and a pair of silver handled clothes brushes. Each item having a matching plain exterior and bowed form. Hallmarked Birmingham, 1926. Makers mark William Neale & Son Ltd). Boxed. Total weight including box approx 2.64kg. Weight of items approx 1.54kg. Largest measures approx 27cm. Smallest measures 15cm.
A collection of hallmarked silver condiments. To include a hallmarked silver salt or pepper shaker, condiment pot, cruet, lid and spoon. Hexagonal formed pepper shaker condiment pot being of chinoiserie style with pierced design. The pepper shaker having its original blue glass liner. Both hallmarked for Birmingham, date letter C for 1927. Makers mark partially legible AC attributed to Alexander Clark & Co Ltd. A spoon hallmarked for London, date letter l for 1826. Makers mark RR attributed to Robert Rutland. A single cruet hallmarked Sheffield, date letter t for 1911. Makers mark W&H for Walker & Hall. Total weight approx 158g. Largest item measures approx 9cm x 4cm.
A LARGE QUANTITY OF LOOSE LEGO AND THREE BOXED SETS, to include a Lego Harry Potter Hogwarts game, numbered 3862, box slightly crushed to the top, not sure if complete but no instructions, a Lego Minotaurus game, numbered 3841, built model, but may be missing parts, one sheet of the instructions included, a Lego Star Wars Advent Calendar, numbered 75097, damage to the box, featuring 24 small models, all windows has an item, and two large boxes of loose Lego including Bionic models, and what looks to be space sets, two books present for a Lego Star Wars BB-8 75187 and Star Wars Baby Yoda 75318
A 1936 BERLIN OLYMPICS PORCELAIN BELL MONEY BOX, these were made as souvenirs and it features the German Eagle clutching the Olympic rings, the bottom of the bell has got 'Erzeugis Per Porzellanstadt Selg' written on it, Bayer Ostmark and a metal stopper, the key is missing for this item, Customers must satisfy themselves prior to sale in regards to conditions and authenticity, viewing is advised, condition reports are available on request
FOUR PELHAM GOLLY PUPPETS, three junior and one SS, all in different outfits, all appear complete and in fairly good condition with only minor wear, one Junior has damage to one hand, one contained in correct Pelham Junior box which has some minor damage and wear, the other two Junior puppets are require untangling , SS puppet in modern cardboard box (These items are listed on the basis that they are illustrative of a bygone culture in which there were different social norms. We understand the potential controversy surrounding this type of item but believe that providing transparent information about historical context fosters greater understanding of our complex cultural history)
A large Amphora pottery figural planter, circa 1900, modelled as a seated female in a diaphanous dress kneeling between two flowers with sinuous stems, pattern 1072, impressed and printed marks, 35cm high; and an early 20th century patinated bronze art nouveau dressing table mirror, the oval bevelled glass within a foliate frame held aloft by a female in long flowing dress, 31cmQty: 2Firing crack to back right corner of the Amphora item, with surface marks throughout. In need of a clean. Some gilt loss to the decoration, but no signs of structural damage or repair. Mirror in good order, with some surface rubbing and discoloration.
A Gordon Russell Workshops English walnut dressing table, c.1925, with rectangular moulded top, one long drawer above the kneehole, three short to either side, on octagonal chamfered legs and cross stretchers, bearing a label, 79 cm high x 137 cm x 59 cm, the kneehole 63 cm high.See article on our website: https://www.dawsonsauctions.co.uk/news-item/a-private-collection-of-furniture-by-gordon-russell-and-arthur-romney-green/?pc=16Crack to the top (see images), along with several water stains. Some drawers are a little stiff in opening. General wear throughout, commensurate with age, but structurally sound,
Louis Wain for The Bristol 'Cat & Dog' Pottery, a pair of nursery trios, painted in typical bold lovat green, pink and black bearing the legends "A Regular Cat & Dog's Life","Oh Chase Me", "How Dare You" and "I Wonder Were We Lovers Then" and a printed Louis Wain signature to each item.An established private collectionNo chips or cracks. Some glaze loss to the underside of one saucer (see images). Crazing to all items, with some staining in places, and some enamel loss to the decoration, but nothing too detrimental.
A Gordon Russell Workshops English walnut 'Lygon' wardrobe, c.1925, two full-length panelled cupboard doors enclosing a fitted interior with five trays, and a bevelled robing mirror, bearing a label, 188 cm x 136 cm x 49 cm.See article on our website: https://www.dawsonsauctions.co.uk/news-item/a-private-collection-of-furniture-by-gordon-russell-and-arthur-romney-green/?pc=16The right hand door has a slight twist bring the leading bottom edge of the door out by approximately 1 1/2 cmThe top right hand hinge has some damage from around it that is visible from the frontNo working key is presentA small crack on the panel and stile back.A natural "shake" in the stile of the right hand door.Some slight cracks around the hinges.Please see the extra images supplied.
An Arts and Crafts style walnut desk, one long drawer and twelve locking drawers to the left-hand pedestal and twelve drawers to the right, crossbanded parquetry all over, c. 1925, 74.5 cm high x 121.5 cm x 61 cm, kneehole 62 cm high.See article on our website: https://www.dawsonsauctions.co.uk/news-item/a-private-collection-of-furniture-by-gordon-russell-and-arthur-romney-green/?pc=16The top section over the knee hole area has a shrinkage crack, the one end of the desk has a bank of small drawers secured by a single register bar that removes to unlock the drawers, sadly no key is present nut it's is unlocked. The drawers all run as expected but the frieze drawer needs easing a little and again no key is present.The desk has been stored in an unheathed environment (I presume) and the polish is a little dull and could do with reviving.generally the structure is good but the desk will need some work to make good.
A Gordon Russell Workshops English walnut circular occasional table, c.1925, with octagonal support, chip carved decoration, the undertier on four splay legs, 69 cm high x 61 cm diameter.See article on our website: https://www.dawsonsauctions.co.uk/news-item/a-private-collection-of-furniture-by-gordon-russell-and-arthur-romney-green/?pc=16The table is in good untouched order and has a dusty surface with the odd white water mark on the top and a couple of deeper dark liquid marks to the top and feet. The top seems consistent with the timber used for the other components of the table. One of the the expansion buttons that holds the bearers in place has some historic wood worm where sapwood has been touched upon in its manufacture.
An English walnut stool/workbox, from the Arthur Romney Green Workshops, Christchurch, Hants, c.1925, decorated with carved bands of connected diamond medallions, rectangular upholstered seat, two short over two long drawers, 49 cm high x 47 cm x 35.5 cm.See article on our website: https://www.dawsonsauctions.co.uk/news-item/a-private-collection-of-furniture-by-gordon-russell-and-arthur-romney-green/?pc=16Some slight white water marks and bruises to the moulding surrounding the drop in seat.Structurally good, no splits or cracks, the surface is dry and has a few splash marks on the carcass.See extra images supplied.
An Arthur Romney Green, English walnut armchair, with arches cresting rail above stick-pierced splat, carved diamond lozenge and inlaid decoration, circa 1925, seat not present, 100 cm high x 67 cm wide x 49 cm, the seat 39 cm high.See article on our website: https://www.dawsonsauctions.co.uk/news-item/a-private-collection-of-furniture-by-gordon-russell-and-arthur-romney-green/?pc=16
A Gordon Russell Workshops English walnut dressing table mirror, 'Lygon' design, with arched bevelled plate above four frieze drawers, octagonal bun feet, label dating October 1925, 71 cm high x 61.5 cm x 22 cm.See article on our website: https://www.dawsonsauctions.co.uk/news-item/a-private-collection-of-furniture-by-gordon-russell-and-arthur-romney-green/?pc=16One drawer handle missing, and one loose
A Gordon Russell Workshops English walnut tallboy, design no 674, c 1928, with a single veneered cupboard above six graduated drawers, on bracket feet, 188 cm x 55 cm x 50 cm.See article on our website: https://www.dawsonsauctions.co.uk/news-item/a-private-collection-of-furniture-by-gordon-russell-and-arthur-romney-green/?pc=16
A Gordon Russell bedroom suite in English brown oak, c.1925, comprising: a dressing table with rectangular moulded top, supported on octagonal corner columns, one long and four short drawers, 76 cm high x 122 cm x 53 cm, a matching dressing stool, 46 cm high x 50 cm x 39.5 cm, a conforming oak dressing two-drawer table mirror, 68 cm x 51 cm x 22 cm, an oak frame cheval mirror, 137 cm x 54 cm and an oak chest of two short over three long drawers, galleried rail to the back, 116 cm high x 98 cm x 48 cm.Qty: 5See article on our website: https://www.dawsonsauctions.co.uk/news-item/a-private-collection-of-furniture-by-gordon-russell-and-arthur-romney-green/?pc=16Small damage to one drawer on the dressing table (see image), and the seat is missing from the stool. In good, used condition otherwise, with age-related marks and wear throughout.
A Charles I English civil war leather cavalry boot circa. 1640, with folded upper, tapering to leather soles and a square toe, archaeologists label to the side, 28cm long, 47 cm high (at fault) Condition report: The boot was purchased by the vendor's grandfather, but there is no other provenance to the item.
First edition of the royal folio green and blue "A Day Book" designed by Ronald Brooks Kitaj (American, 1932-2007) in consultation with poet Robert Creeley (American, 1926-2005). This poetry and art book contains silkscreens, etchings, and lithographs on canvas and on different papers. Each page was set in a different type face by Star Illustration, London with typography by Eugene Stuttman. All the plates are signed by R.B. Kitaj and numbered 199/200. Edition Graphis, Berlin. This exceptional item has its original green canvas casing and includes a red shaped ornament on its cover page. Book size: 16.80"L x 1"W x 24.50"H; size with case: 17"L x 1.50"W x 25"H. Artist: Robert Creeley and R.B. KitajIssued: 1972Edition Number: 199 of 200Country of Origin: United StatesProvenance: The Bass Museum of Art Condition: Good condition.
Large wood carved male figure with Headdress. John W. Ford is a Sculptor, Installation artist, Painter, Printmaker, Lecturer, Curatorial liaison, and International Organizer. Ford's works of art (prints, paintings, sculpture, and site-specific installations) have been featured in 54 solo and 80 group exhibitions in the U.S., Canada, Ireland, Italy, Russia, and Poland. Â To view the video for this item, click the link below: John Ford Wood Sculpture, My Son John Artist: John FordIssued: c. 1986Dimensions: 107.5" x 14" x 19.5"Provenance: The Bass Museum of Art Condition: Good condition.
A GEORGE II MAHOGANY COLLECTORS CABINET ON STANDCIRCA 1750The doors opening to an arrangement of drawers106cm high, 66cm wide, 44cm deep overallCondition Report: Old marks, scratches and abrasions, chips and splits commensurate with age and use. Some small losses. Some additional dark stains/ ring marks to the top and in some other positions. There are two adjacent splits across the rear edge of the top where the item may have been carried and split. (see images) Very good original colour and patina overall. Original surface overall.The stand is original. The corner blocks to the interior of the frieze of the stand appear original to it but are slightly curious as they appear to have been cut from a section of moulding. Some of the blocks are lacking. (see images) The 'ear' of one rear leg of the stand is detached and lacking. The original door hinges have been removed and the apertures are visible. Later hinges have been added in alternative positions. Only fragments of the brass door escutcheon to the right hand door remain present. The corresponding door lock has a screw missing. The lock appears original but is lacking the key The handles to the interior drawers are original. The drawer fronts of all of the interior drawers are solid mahogany. The large side carrying handles are original. There are later small blocks to the interior acting as drawer stops (at the back of the drawers) Of solid structure overall. The rear panel appears original. Please refer to all additional images available by email for visual reference to condition.Condition Report Disclaimer
AN AMERICAN RED WALNUT BUREAUIN 18TH CENTURY STYLE, 19TH CENTURY100cm high, 91cm wide, 50cm deepPlease note, upon further inspection, it is possible that the bureau is out of period. It is possibly of 19th century in date and not as originally catalogued. Buyers should satisfy themselves as to the age of the item and are encouraged to view all the additional images that are available. Condition Report: Please note, upon further inspection, it is possible that the bureau is out of period. It is possibly of 19th century in date and not as originally catalogued. Buyers should satisfy themselves as to the age of the item and are encouraged to view all the additional images that are available. Bureau with the marks, knocks, scratches and abrasions commensurate with age and use. Old splits, chips and small losses. Timber has a cleaned and re-polished appearance overall. Various old repairs - see images for details. Some later blocks to the backs of the feet/underside. Two keys present and operate all locks. A dowel visible to areas adjacent to both of the lopers. 19th century paper stuck down to the well of the interior - see image. Some later screws to the hinges of the fall. Some additional ring and dark marks in areas - see images. Strips of old but later tape applied to backboards. Filler used in places. Please refer to additional images for visual reference to condition. Condition Report Disclaimer
A portrait miniature of William Bellew wearing a naval uniform, watercolour on ivory, in a gilt mount with woven hair and seed pearl initials verso, c.1790. In a red leather hinged case. IMPORTANT NOTEThis lot contains elephant ivory material. Please be advised that several countries, including those in the EU and the USA, now prohibit the importation of ivory items unless under specific conditions. Accordingly, prospective buyers should familiarise themselves with the relevant customs regulations of their country and ensure they are able to import this item prior to bidding.This item has been registered as exempt from the UK Ivory Act 2018. Ivory declaration submission reference: 79KSNQWL.Condition ReportUnopened.Portrait surface below the chin and to the cravat showing white mould residue. This does not appear to be active.The portrait does not appear to be showing any damage to the surface. With a few flecks of dirt or dust.Soft solder present to edges of portrait, joining the painting bezel to the pendant frame. Sections of soft solder are visible all along the join, and with some tarnish.Wear to the portrait bezel edge, with some small losses. Some areas of the bezel edge are slightly out of shape. A few sections have folded into gaps between the glass and the bezel, visible by 10x magnification. Seed pearl monogram to the reverse appears to be missing one small seed pearl to the top of the T. Underside of glass and surface of woven hair showing some flecks of dust and dirt, mostly under 10x magnification with some visible by eye.Solder join visible to one side of the frame.Spots of tarnish to metal surfaces.Minor dents, marks and scratches.Included papers read: 'Considered by Mr Lowe of the Victoria and Albert Museum to be an early work of Thomas Hazelhurst circa 1790'. The reverse of this paper (not shown in the photo) reads 'Portrait of William Bellew of Stockleigh Court'. The lower paper reads ' This portrait came to me from my Aunt Louisa Bellew. It was the portrait of her grand father. On the death of Reginald Crundall Punnett it is to go to Froude Trollope-Bellew'.
A Georgian painted portrait miniature pendant, miniature on ivory, depicting a gentleman wearing a white wig, dressed in a blue coat with a white cravat, glazed, with a label verso, “Admiral Anderson ancestor Laura Edg nee Loughborough wife Sir John Ege” 55mm x 39mm, 13.95g,together with a Georgian painted miniature brooch,miniature on ivory, depicting a gentleman wearing a white wig dressed in a grey coat with striped lining with a white cravat. Glazed with a memorial back, woven hair and an ivory plaque inscribed with a monogram and the wording “UNI POUR TOUJOURS” translated as “united forever” below a ducal coronet decorated with seed pearls. Brooch pin deficient, 52mm x 42mm, 21.56g,and a Georgian painted miniature,miniature on ivory, depicting a gentleman wearing Naval uniform, labelled verso Abraham Friedrich Von Wathency, possibly 1738-1800. The first two tested as approximately 9ct gold, the last as approximately 18ct gold. 83mm x 60mm, 21.70g, (3)IMPORTANT NOTEThis lot contains elephant ivory material. Please be advised that several countries, including those in the EU and the USA, now prohibit the importation of ivory items unless under specific conditions. Accordingly, prospective buyers should familiarise themselves with the relevant customs regulations of their country and ensure they are able to import this item prior to bidding.This item has been registered as exempt from the UK Ivory Act 2018. Ivory declaration submission references: M9G9X6YS, GHCGHSSX and 4RCF2325.Condition ReportScratches and marks consistent with its age. Areas of tarnish. Brooch pin deficient. No backing to the last portrait.
Star Wars - Episode I - Think Way - X Wing. A boxed #13709 Darth Maul Interactive Talking Bank by ThinkWay. Item appears in Excellent condition with Fair box. Also included is a 1995 Xwing with Buff Luke included. Guns are missing, decals coming loose, landing gear present and wings function with R2 as designed. (This does not constitute a guarantee).
CGL - Vintage Galaxy Invader - A boxed 1970s Galaxy Invader Handheld Interactive Game. Item appears to be in Excellent condition and have tested with batteries. All switches and buttons appear to be functioning correctly. Sound is working. Box is VG condition. (This does not constitute a guarantee).
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