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A collection of early 20th century children's clothing, to include; two cream shadow striped voile dresses, both bearing labe

Trevanion Auctioneers & Valuers

Lot 524

A collection of early 20th century children's clothing, to include; two cream shadow striped voile dresses, both bearing label for 'Hayford & Sons, Sloan St, S.W.1. by appointment to the Queen', a lawn toddlers dress with tucking, a lawn girls dress with embroidery to skirt and tucking, a cream wool dress with white cotton embroidery, a boys ivory cotton romper suit with blue stocking, a lilac crepe de chine young girls dress, a cream crepe de chine baby dress, a white lawn baby gown with petticoat, a white organdy baby gown, together with four cotton petticoats, a chemise, white cotton drawers and three cream wool baby's vests (19)

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A Victorian silver plated London Dome ear trumpet by F C Rein & Son, the foliate engraved bell with pierced scroll grille, th

Trevanion Auctioneers & Valuers

Lot 544

A Victorian silver plated London Dome ear trumpet by F C Rein & Son, the foliate engraved bell with pierced scroll grille, the tube with shaped ivory earpiece, engraved 'F C Rein & Son Patentees, Sole Inventors & Makers, 108 Strand, London', 9.5cm high Trevanion Auctioneers & Valuers do not ship items containing ivory outside the UK. Trevanion recommends that buyers check with their own government regarding any importation requirements prior to placing a bid. A buyer's inability to import these lots cannot justify a delay in payment or sale cancellation.The government have proposed legislation to create a UK law to ban the sale of all ivory. Please note this means that this lot is legal to sell now but may not be in the future. CONDITION REPORT:The ivory earpiece shows a full length split, and is slightly loose on the tube as a result. The body shows rubbing to the engraved decoration and tarnish across the surface, but no visible losses to the plate. The interior shows a build up of dirt, tarnish and discolouration.

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A pair of George V silver knife rests, Charles William Fletcher, Sheffield 1926, 7.7cm wide, a pair of Edwardian silver knife

Trevanion Auctioneers & Valuers

Lot 58

A pair of George V silver knife rests, Charles William Fletcher, Sheffield 1926, 7.7cm wide, a pair of Edwardian silver knife rests, Allen & Darwin, Sheffield 1903, each 7.4cm long, a pair of George III silver knife rests, possibly Edward Capper, London 1819, 6.8cm long (at fault), and four single Victorian and later knife rests, (excluding weighted ivory example) weight 9.93ozt (10) Trevanion Auctioneers & Valuers do not ship items containing ivory outside the UK. Trevanion recommends that buyers check with their own government regarding any importation requirements prior to placing a bid. A buyer's inability to import these lots cannot justify a delay in payment or sale cancellation.The government have proposed legislation to create a UK law to ban the sale of all ivory. Please note this means that this lot is legal to sell now but may not be in the future. CR; Each of the George III examples are broken at the ends (see pictures) and as a result to not sit level on all angles. It also appears that one example has had an end break off and re-attached, as the spokes on each end are not aligned. See pictures for illustration.

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A selection of silver and silver mounted knife rests, to include; a pair of Victorian silver mounted horn rests, Harrison Bro

Trevanion Auctioneers & Valuers

Lot 59

A selection of silver and silver mounted knife rests, to include; a pair of Victorian silver mounted horn rests, Harrison Brothers & Howson, Sheffield 1899, each 12cm long, a pair of ivory silver mounted rests, Harrison Fisher, Sheffield 1900, each 9.3cm long, a pair of silver tripod cutlery stands, each 9.8cm high, two further pairs of silver knife rests and five single assorted silver mounted horn-shaped knife rests (15) Trevanion Auctioneers & Valuers do not ship items containing ivory outside the UK. Trevanion recommends that buyers check with their own government regarding any importation requirements prior to placing a bid. A buyer's inability to import these lots cannot justify a delay in payment or sale cancellation.The government have proposed legislation to create a UK law to ban the sale of all ivory. Please note this means that this lot is legal to sell now but may not be in the future.

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A pair of Gainsborough style mahogany library armchairs, late 19th/early 20th century, upholstered in ivory coloured fabric a

Trevanion Auctioneers & Valuers

Lot 659

A pair of Gainsborough style mahogany library armchairs, late 19th/early 20th century, upholstered in ivory coloured fabric and peripheral stud detail, the camel shaped backs over padded out swept arms terminating in carved scroll detail, upon leaf swept supports and concave seats, raised upon channelled front legs carved with foliate spandrels and united to plain rear legs by 'H' cross stretchers, upon brass castors, 101cm high Seat width 69cm, width at arms 74cm

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A Victorian silver mounted ivory pepper grinder, Henry Bourne, Birmingham 1887, of tapering form with plain polished silver m

Trevanion Auctioneers & Valuers

Lot 72

A Victorian silver mounted ivory pepper grinder, Henry Bourne, Birmingham 1887, of tapering form with plain polished silver mounts, 10.2cm high Trevanion Auctioneers & Valuers do not ship items containing ivory outside the UK. Trevanion recommends that buyers check with their own government regarding any importation requirements prior to placing a bid. A buyer's inability to import these lots cannot justify a delay in payment or sale cancellation.The government have proposed legislation to create a UK law to ban the sale of all ivory. Please note this means that this lot is legal to sell now but may not be in the future.

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A late 17th century plug bayonet, probably English, with double-edged blade, blade length 29cm, later crossguard with moulded

Toovey's

Lot 1825

A late 17th century plug bayonet, probably English, with double-edged blade, blade length 29cm, later crossguard with moulded terminals and later added turned ivory handle and pommel piece.Buyer’s Premium 29.4% (including VAT @ 20%) of the hammer price. Lots purchased online via the-saleroom.com will attract an additional premium of 6% (including VAT @ 20%) of the hammer price.

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A late 17th century plug bayonet, probably Continental, with flattened knife-section double-edged blade, blade length 25.5cm,

Toovey's

Lot 1826

A late 17th century plug bayonet, probably Continental, with flattened knife-section double-edged blade, blade length 25.5cm, cut-brass crosspiece and later ivory and rhino horn composite handle with brass cap pommel. Note: as this lot incorporates rhinoceros horn, it would be very unlikely that a re-export certificate would be granted beyond the UK. Customers outside the UK are requested NOT to bid on this item.Buyer’s Premium 29.4% (including VAT @ 20%) of the hammer price. Lots purchased online via the-saleroom.com will attract an additional premium of 6% (including VAT @ 20%) of the hammer price.

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*Sarah Bradshaw [Contemporary] two slab built stoneware vases: of tapering cylindrical form, the waisted neck supporting rudi

Bearnes Hampton & Littlewood

Lot 25

*Sarah Bradshaw [Contemporary] two slab built stoneware vases: of tapering cylindrical form, the waisted neck supporting rudimentary handles, with banded ivory glazes on a matt gun metal ground, 23 and 21cm high.

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*Colin Kellam [b.1942] a stoneware platter: of circular form with pierced lug handles, decorated with wax resist cockerels un

Bearnes Hampton & Littlewood

Lot 16

*Colin Kellam [b.1942] a stoneware platter: of circular form with pierced lug handles, decorated with wax resist cockerels under green, ivory and russet glazes, impressed personal seal on foot rim, 37cm wide.

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*Inger Rokkjaer [1934-2008] a raku fired stoneware bowl: of footed circular form incised with four circular motifs under ivor

Bearnes Hampton & Littlewood

Lot 13

*Inger Rokkjaer [1934-2008] a raku fired stoneware bowl: of footed circular form incised with four circular motifs under ivory and blush ivory glazes, 21cm diameter.*Provenance purchased Galerie Besson, London, February 1993

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Alan Caiger-Smith [1930-2020] a pair of pottery goblets: decorated with calligraphic designs in blue and pink on an ivory gro

Bearnes Hampton & Littlewood

Lot 31

Alan Caiger-Smith [1930-2020] a pair of pottery goblets: decorated with calligraphic designs in blue and pink on an ivory ground, painted mark and datecode for 1977, 16cm high, [slight chip to one foot].

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$* Peter Hayes [b.1946] a stoneware sculptural form: of flattened oviform with deeply textured and fractured ivory and charcoa$ No Image

Bearnes Hampton & Littlewood

Lot 191

* Peter Hayes [b.1946] a stoneware sculptural form: of flattened oviform with deeply textured and fractured ivory and charcoal stained body with highlighted red fractures and an inset turquoise acrylic band, set on a polished stone base, signed Peter Hayes to underside 33.5cm high.

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*John Maltby [1936-2021] two items of stoneware: comprising a sculpture with brown wax resist decoration and a small octagon

Bearnes Hampton & Littlewood

Lot 26

*John Maltby [1936-2021] two items of stoneware: comprising a sculpture with brown wax resist decoration and a small octagonal box and cover with simple glazed decoration in ivory, brown and blue, the former with embossed personal seal, 15cm high and 6.5cm wide.

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*Alan Wallwork [1931-2019] a stoneware vessel: of discus shaped form with central piecing and fissure surrounded by indented

Bearnes Hampton & Littlewood

Lot 174

*Alan Wallwork [1931-2019] a stoneware vessel: of discus shaped form with central piecing and fissure surrounded by indented radial bands on a textured ground under brown, pale green and ivory staining, incised AW to base, 24cm high.

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*Sebastian Blackie [b.1949] a slab built stoneware bowl: of circular form with rope twist rim, the interior with fluted decor

Bearnes Hampton & Littlewood

Lot 14

*Sebastian Blackie [b.1949] a slab built stoneware bowl: of circular form with rope twist rim, the interior with fluted decoration under russet and ivory washes, 35cm wide, [studio repair to rim].

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* Peter Hayes [b.1946] a stoneware sculptural form: of notched oviform, the textured black body supporting a pierced and text

Bearnes Hampton & Littlewood

Lot 163

* Peter Hayes [b.1946] a stoneware sculptural form: of notched oviform, the textured black body supporting a pierced and textured ivory porcelain disc, set on a polished slate base, inscribed Peter Hayes 2000, 31cm high.

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Sally Tuffin for Denis Chinaworks an 'Elephant vase': of oviform and incised with three large elephants in black and ivory on

Bearnes Hampton & Littlewood

Lot 1

Sally Tuffin for Denis Chinaworks an 'Elephant vase': of oviform and incised with three large elephants in black and ivory on an orange ground, impressed and painted marks, circa 2002, 49cm high.

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Y A George IV ivory and gilt brass tipstaff, dated 1828, the crown finial above a sleeve engraved with coat of arms and Corn

Dreweatts 1759

Lot 556

Y A George IV ivory and gilt brass tipstaff, dated 1828, the crown finial above a sleeve engraved with coat of arms and Corn Exchange AUGT. 9 1828, and with ivory handle, 17cm longPlease note this is an additional lot and does not feature in the online PDF catalogueProvenance: The 'Inspector' Collection of Ivory TipstavesCondition Report: Marks, knocks, scratches, abrasions consistent with age and use, wear to the gilt brass, the ivory handle section apparently missing a turned ball finial or similar Condition Report Disclaimer

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Y A mid-Victorian silver and ivory tipstaff, hallmarked for London 1867, the Crown finial above the shaft with reeded grip, a

Dreweatts 1759

Lot 560

Y A mid-Victorian silver and ivory tipstaff, hallmarked for London 1867, the Crown finial above the shaft with reeded grip, and inscribed near the terminal cap for PARKER, FIELD, & SONS 233 HOLBORN LONDON, 20cm longPlease note this is an additional lot and does not feature in the online PDF catalogueProvenance: The 'Inspector' Collection of Ivory TipstavesCondition Report: Marks, knocks, scratches, abrasions consistent with age and useThe silver with some surface discolouration to the recesses, the grip with some signs of wear, age and useCondition Report Disclaimer

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Y A carved ivory model of a saint, Probably Antony the Great, 17th century, probably Dieppe, portrayed holding his attributes

Dreweatts 1759

Lot 144

Y A carved ivory model of a saint, Probably Antony the Great, 17th century, probably Dieppe, portrayed holding his attributes of a book, a Tau (T-shaped) cross and a bell, 17.5cm high, on a later stained and ebonised beech plinth, 24cm high overallCondition Report: Marks, knocks, scratches, abrasions consistent with age and useOld splits and cracks, some chips and lossesOld split to the back of His head, this may have held a pin and a halo previously, there are other splits and cracks to some areas. He is missing His right foot. Dirt and discolouration, brown patina in places, The base is later and associated, He is well fixed to this, with only slight looseness - the underside is red fabric linedPlease refer to additional images for visual reference to condition Condition Report Disclaimer

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Y A Japanese Cast Bronze Group of an Elephant, rearing on its hind legs with trunk raised as two Siberian Tigers attack it, t

Dreweatts 1759

Lot 175

Y A Japanese Cast Bronze Group of an Elephant, rearing on its hind legs with trunk raised as two Siberian Tigers attack it, the tusks inlaid in ivory, bears the cast foundry mark to its belly, height 51cms, Meiji Period; with shaped wooden standProvenance: From the estate of the late Selwyn Demmy.Condition Report: Some wear commensurate with age.Condition Report Disclaimer

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Y A collection of three carved ivory figures, various dates 19th century, comprising; a Madonna and Child, probably Dieppe, 1

Dreweatts 1759

Lot 193

Y A collection of three carved ivory figures, various dates 19th century, comprising; a Madonna and Child, probably Dieppe, 14.5cm high, a group of two standing figures, 8cm high, and a model of Mercury Alighting, after Giambologna, 23.5cm high overallCondition Report: All with chips and losses, the figural group apparently missing a third element to the left of the female figure, the mecury with foot detached but present, other elements missing and signs of old repairsCondition Report Disclaimer

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Y A pair of Syrian hardwood and ivory inlaid side chairs, circa 1900, with Mashrabiya type panels to the back, 94cm high

Dreweatts 1759

Lot 343

Y A pair of Syrian hardwood and ivory inlaid side chairs, circa 1900, with Mashrabiya type panels to the back, 94cm high

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A pair of patinated metal table lamps, 20th century, each modelled as a twin handled urn, applied with floral bosses to the b

Dreweatts 1759

Lot 433

A pair of patinated metal table lamps, 20th century, each modelled as a twin handled urn, applied with floral bosses to the bodies, with ivory coloured pleated shades, 67cm high overallCondition Report: One flower-head boss is missing, These are wired for electricity but this would need to be tested prior to use in a domestic settingOther marks, knocks, scratches, abrasions consistent with age and useCondition Report Disclaimer

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Pair Victorian silver and ivory fish servers, with pierced and engraved blades and spiral fluted handles by George Maudsley J

Thomas Watson

Lot 259

Pair Victorian silver and ivory fish servers, with pierced and engraved blades and spiral fluted handles by George Maudsley Jackson, London 1883, cased.

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Four antique ivory snooker balls.

Thomas Watson

Lot 222

Four antique ivory snooker balls.

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Japanese ivory Okimono of a woodcutter, 12cm.

Thomas Watson

Lot 221

Japanese ivory Okimono of a woodcutter, 12cm.

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Large Japanese ivory okimono of elder with children and frogs, 24.5cm.

Thomas Watson

Lot 220

Large Japanese ivory okimono of elder with children and frogs, 24.5cm.

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CONTINENTAL SCHOOL circa 1822 an oval miniature watercolour portrait on ivory - Philip Patton Blyth age 19 and taken in Antwe

Rogers Jones & Co

Lot 159

CONTINENTAL SCHOOL circa 1822 an oval miniature watercolour portrait on ivory - Philip Patton Blyth age 19 and taken in Antwerp 1822, in velvet frame (damaged), but the back frame bearing the original handwritten title on a label Provenance: Lot 407 in the sale at Gyrn Castle Llanasa Holywell July 17th & 18th 2006 on behalf of Sir Geoffrey Bates

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CRUCIFIX, 19th century, a large ebonised crucifix, with a carved ivory figure of Christ,90cm wide 189cm highCondition report:

Sworders

Lot 359

CRUCIFIX, 19th century, a large ebonised crucifix, with a carved ivory figure of Christ,90cm wide 189cm highCondition report: With cracks throughout the ivory. One of the hands with breaks and losses to the fingers. One of the toes with a possible repair. Some areas of yellowing to the ivory. The figure is 95cm high and 77cm wide. With scuffs, scratches and marks to the cross.The ivory figure of Christ is 93cm head to toes, 103cm hands to toes, 77cm hand to hand.

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SMOKING,a collection of nine early 20th century cigarette holders, comprising:two Dunhill ebony and silver-plated holders, 9.

Sworders

Lot 191

SMOKING,a collection of nine early 20th century cigarette holders, comprising:two Dunhill ebony and silver-plated holders, 9.5cm long,a Dunhill ivory and ebony holder, of long slender form, with an ivory sphere to the end, incised 'Dunhill - Made in England',15cm long,an ivory holder, of conical form, with painted chequer decoration,10.5cm long, and five other cigarette holders of various manufacture (9)Condition report: All with wear. The tortoiseshell mouthpiece with a chip. The reptile hand with repair and glue remnants.

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SLAVE GIRL,a miniature watercolour depicting a slave trader with a nude woman, possibly after Bruno Zach, set in an ivory and

Sworders

Lot 257

SLAVE GIRL,a miniature watercolour depicting a slave trader with a nude woman, possibly after Bruno Zach, set in an ivory and tortoiseshell mounted frame with silver-plated details, indistinctly signed l.r., image 9 x 7cm, framed 14 x 12cm Condition report: Silver-plated details tarnished. The frame with some occasional cracks.The paper on the back is in Latin/Italian (?)All in good condition.See additional images.

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A Tabriz carpetNorth West Persia,of square proportions, the whole on rich red ground surrounded by ivory border,339cm x 329cm

Bonhams

Lot 291

A Tabriz carpetNorth West Persia,of square proportions, the whole on rich red ground surrounded by ivory border,339cm x 329cmFootnotes:Please note that this lot is subject to the US embargo on the import of carpets of Iranian origin as of August 6, 2018.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: TPTP Lot will be moved to an offsite storage location (Cadogan Tate, Auction House Services, 241 Acton Lane, London NW10 7NP, UK) and will only be available for collection from this location at the date stated in the catalogue. Please note transfer and storage charges will apply to any lots not collected after 14 calendar days from the auction date.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

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A mid 19th century French engraved silvered brass carriage clock with push repeatthe case surmounted by a spiral twist handle

Bonhams

Lot 347

A mid 19th century French engraved silvered brass carriage clock with push repeatthe case surmounted by a spiral twist handle above floral engraved glazed inspection panel with glazed side panels between spiral twist corner columns with floral capitals, the engraved moulded base on block feet, the ivory Arabic chapter ring within a pierced silvered mask engraved with scrolling foliage, subsidiary alarm setting dial and blued steel hands, the movement with silvered lever platform escapement with bimetallic balance, with separate alarm train and repeating the hour on gong, 18.5cm high overallFootnotes:Provenance: The collection of Dr Eugene Antelis.Please note that from 19 January 2022, items containing ivory cannot be imported into the EU. The import of ivory into the USA is already prohibited.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: * Y Ф* VAT on imported items at a preferential rate of 5% on Hammer Price and the prevailing rate on Buyer's Premium.Y Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.Ф This lot contains or is made of ivory and cannot be imported into the USA or any country within the EU.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

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A George III mahogany tea caddystamped Gillows Lancasterof rectangular form, front with oval ivory escutcheon, the hinged cov

Bonhams

Lot 437

A George III mahogany tea caddystamped Gillows Lancasterof rectangular form, front with oval ivory escutcheon, the hinged cover with brass bale handle, the interior fitted twin rectangular tea containers with hinged oval lids flanking a central circular well, containing a modern cut glass shallow bowl, 30.7cm long, 15cm deep, 15.2cm highFootnotes:Please note that from 19 January 2022, items containing ivory cannot be imported into the EU. The import of ivory into the USA is already prohibited.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Y ФY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.Ф This lot contains or is made of ivory and cannot be imported into the USA or any country within the EU.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

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A Victorian silver 'Armada' ewer and matched gobletMartin Hall & Co, Sheffield 1864, goblet Thomas Smily, London 1864The

Bonhams

Lot 486

A Victorian silver 'Armada' ewer and matched gobletMartin Hall & Co, Sheffield 1864, goblet Thomas Smily, London 1864The ewer with lever action hinged dome cover, elongated shaped neck with bands of acanthus leaves and flowers, the bulbous profusely chased body with flowers and leaf scrolls around two cartouches with inscriptions, 'Croxteth Hunt Meeting ... dated 1866' and 'The Ditton Cup won by Little Scamp, the property of John Woollright, Esq...', the cartouches flanked with applied male and female winged caryatids and lion mask to the front, on a spread circular foot, the handle with ivory insulators, the goblet with profusely chased ogee shaped bowl, with related inscription 'won by Little Scamp', height of ewer 36.5cm, weight 51.8oz. (2)Footnotes:'The Ditton Cup' was awarded to 'Little Scamp' who was the winner of the Croxteth Hunt Steeplechases held on Saturday 7th April 1866 at Tarbuck, near Liverpool. The race was somewhat controversial since 'Little Scamp' came in second but was awarded the race because 'Fisherman' finished first but was objected to because he ran the wrong side of the post. The owner of the horse was John Woollright, a local Liverpool businessman. Provenance: This presentation silver ewer and goblet set was passed down the family to his great-granddaughter Mary, from whose Estate this item is being offered for auction. Please note that from 19 January 2022, items containing ivory cannot be imported into the EU. The import of ivory into the USA is already prohibited.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Y ФY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.Ф This lot contains or is made of ivory and cannot be imported into the USA or any country within the EU.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

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Continental School, late 19th centuryA portrait miniature of a lady wearing circa 1820s dress and turban the circular waterco

Bonhams

Lot 51

Continental School, late 19th centuryA portrait miniature of a lady wearing circa 1820s dress and turban the circular watercolour portrait painted on an ivory ground within a verre-églomisé mount and bicoloured pendant frame with scrolling detail32mm (1 1/4) diameter including the mountFootnotes:ProvenanceCharlotte Bonaparte.Private Collection, Florence.ExhibitedMuseo Napoleonico, Rome (5 February-30 May 2010).Musee Napoleon, Elba (15 June-30 September 2010).Chateaux de Malmaison & de Bois-Preau Museum (20 October 2010-10 January 2011.LiteratureExhibition catalogues for Rome and Malmaison 2010 & 2011.Please note that from 19 January 2022, items containing ivory cannot be imported into the EU. The import of ivory into the USA is already prohibited.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: * Y Ф* VAT on imported items at a preferential rate of 5% on Hammer Price and the prevailing rate on Buyer's Premium.Y Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.Ф This lot contains or is made of ivory and cannot be imported into the USA or any country within the EU.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

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A Blunt Culpeper-type Monocular Microscope, English, circa 1820,signed Blunt LONDON, of standard Culpeper design, focusing by

Bonhams

Lot 64

A Blunt Culpeper-type Monocular Microscope, English, circa 1820,signed Blunt LONDON, of standard Culpeper design, focusing by draw tube, tripod on square mahogany base with drawer fitted with most extant accessories including five objectives, ocular, sprung substage, cone, fishplate, tube, stage forceps with removable ivory element, livebox and bone slides, in mahogany pillar case, the microscope 14 1/2 (37cm) high Footnotes:The signature Blunt may refer to several instrument makers operating in the late 18th and early 19th centuries, including Charles Blunt and Edward Blunt. Both were opticians recorded as operating in Cornhill, London during this period.Please note that from 19 January 2022, items containing ivory cannot be imported into the EU. The import of ivory into the USA is already prohibited.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Y ФY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.Ф This lot contains or is made of ivory and cannot be imported into the USA or any country within the EU.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

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A Culpeper-type Compound Monocular Microscope, English, Early 19th century,with draw tube focusing, on square mahogany base,

Bonhams

Lot 66

A Culpeper-type Compound Monocular Microscope, English, Early 19th century,with draw tube focusing, on square mahogany base, with drawer fitted with two objectives, stage condenser, fishplate, tube, five objectives, tweezers, stage forceps with removable ivory element, and bone slides, in mahogany pillar case, the microscope 14 1/2 (37cm) high Footnotes:Please note that from 19 January 2022, items containing ivory cannot be imported into the EU. The import of ivory into the USA is already prohibited.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Y ФY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.Ф This lot contains or is made of ivory and cannot be imported into the USA or any country within the EU.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

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A Cuff-type Compound Monocular Microscope, English, Late 18th century,of standard Cuff design, on square mahogany base with d

Bonhams

Lot 68

A Cuff-type Compound Monocular Microscope, English, Late 18th century,of standard Cuff design, on square mahogany base with drawer fitted with two objectives, slide holder, cone, stage forceps with removable ivory element, and specimen holder, in mahogany pillar case with empty drawer to the base, the microscope 14in (36cm) high Footnotes:Please note that from 19 January 2022, items containing ivory cannot be imported into the EU. The import of ivory into the USA is already prohibited.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Y ФY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.Ф This lot contains or is made of ivory and cannot be imported into the USA or any country within the EU.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

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A Watson & Sons Van Heurck 'The Grand Model' Monocular Microscope, English, circa 1910,No. 14422, the base signed W.WATSO

Bonhams

Lot 72

A Watson & Sons Van Heurck 'The Grand Model' Monocular Microscope, English, circa 1910,No. 14422, the base signed W.WATSON & SONS LTD., 313 HIGH HOLBORN, LONDON, focusing by rack-and-pinion and thumbwheel-lever, with mechanical stage and sub-stage, plano-convex magnifier on adjustable stand and tripod base, the steady engraved R.D.C 27336, the case drawer with ivory handle, together with six objectives, four oculars, condenser, stage forceps and livebox, in fitted mahogany case, the microscope 17 3/4in (45cm) high15 3/4in x 11 1/4in x 9 3/4in (40cm x 28.5cm x 25cm) cased Footnotes:The engraving R.D.C. 27336 refers to the serial number of the first owner of the No. 1 van Heurck microscope. The original model was ordered by Dr. Henri Van Heurck, and advertised by Watson & Sons as 'the most completely-fitted model which we make, and represents all that is most modern in microscope design and manufacture'.Please note that from 19 January 2022, items containing ivory cannot be imported into the EU. The import of ivory into the USA is already prohibited.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Y ФY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.Ф This lot contains or is made of ivory and cannot be imported into the USA or any country within the EU.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

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Anglo-Zulu War interest: a 19th century South African silver-plated and ivory presentation trowelJ Pardy, Durban circa 1883 W

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Lot 756

Anglo-Zulu War interest: a 19th century South African silver-plated and ivory presentation trowelJ Pardy, Durban circa 1883 With turned ivory handle monogrammed 'HEB' for Sir Henry Ernest Bulwer, the Lieutenant-Governor of Natal during the Anglo-Zulu War of 1879, the blade inscribed 'Presented to his Excellency Sir H E Bulwer KCMG Governor on his laying the foundation stone of the Town Hall, Durban, South Africa, Feb 1st 1883', the coat of arms and motto for Durban above, with 'Borough of Durban, Colony of Natal South Africa - Incorporated 1854' circling the image, and to the rear 'E Pickering, Mayor', length 33cm.Footnotes:Sir Henry Ernest Gascoyne Bulwer, CMG (1864) KCMG (1874) GCMG (1883), was born on the 11 December 1836. He was educated at Charterhouse, and Trinity College, Cambridge. Sir Bulwer was Official Resident in the Ionian Islands under the Lord High Commissioner (1860-1864); Private Secretary to his uncle, the Ambassador at Constantinople (1865), and Receiver-General of Trinidad (1866). He administered the Government of Dominica (1867-1869) and was Governor of Labuan and Consular-General in Borneo (1871-1875); Lieutenant-Governor of Natal (1875-1880); Governor of Natal and Special Commissioner for Zulu Affairs (1882-1885) and High Commissioner in Cyprus (1886-1892). Bulwer died on the 30 September 1914.Please note that from 19 January 2022, items containing ivory cannot be imported into the EU. The import of ivory into the USA is already prohibited.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Y ФY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.Ф This lot contains or is made of ivory and cannot be imported into the USA or any country within the EU.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

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A Group of four Scientific and Medical Instruments, English, 19th century,comprising a compound monocular microscope, unsigne

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Lot 77

A Group of four Scientific and Medical Instruments, English, 19th century,comprising a compound monocular microscope, unsigned, focusing by rack-and-pinion and calibrated screw, with two objectives, plano-concave mirror, magnifier on stand, stage forceps, tweezers and livebox; an uncased monocular student microscope, focusing by draw-tube, with articulated mirror, 6 1/2in (16.5cm) high; a graphoscope with removable ivory handles; and an Improved Patent Magneto-Electric Machine 'for nervous diseases' in mahogany case, 4 1/4in x 10in x 4 1/2in, the larger microscope 10 3/4in (27.5cm) high; 13 3/4in x 7in x 6 1/2in (35cm x 18cm x 16.5cm) cased (4)Footnotes:Another example of the Magneto-Electric Machine can be found in the collection of the Science Museum Group (Object Number 1980-804).Please note that from 19 January 2022, items containing ivory cannot be imported into the EU. The import of ivory into the USA is already prohibited.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Y ФY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.Ф This lot contains or is made of ivory and cannot be imported into the USA or any country within the EU.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

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Two Ear Trumpets in silver and brass,Charles Reily & George Storer, London 1830, and the brass engraved 'F C Rein & S

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Lot 85

Two Ear Trumpets in silver and brass,Charles Reily & George Storer, London 1830, and the brass engraved 'F C Rein & Son', The silver model of bugle form, a flaring trumpet to one end, tapering to a small opening at the other for insertion into the ear, and a circa 1865 brass Rein & Son Grand Opera Dome ear trumpet, swan shaped with 'F C Rein & Son, Patentees, sole inventors & makers, 108 Strand London' engraved around the lower circumference of the dome and overall chased with scrolling decoration, with removable ivory earbud, topped by a perforated decorative silver grille, length largest 15.5cm, diameter largest 8.5cm, weight 4.5oz. (2)Footnotes:F.C Rein & Son was a family firm founded in London in 1880, and was among the first companies to produce ear trumpets commercially. The domed design provides effective sound amplification in a compact instrument.Please note that from 19 January 2022, items containing ivory cannot be imported into the EU. The import of ivory into the USA is already prohibited.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Y ФY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.Ф This lot contains or is made of ivory and cannot be imported into the USA or any country within the EU.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

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Two Mahogany Medicine Chests, English, mid-19th century,the larger with hinged lid opening to fifteen glass medicine bottles

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Lot 87

Two Mahogany Medicine Chests, English, mid-19th century,the larger with hinged lid opening to fifteen glass medicine bottles of various sizes, some labelled, the fitted drawer to the base with recessed handle opening to accessories including scales and weights, and glass pestle and mortar, the chest with brass carrying handles to the sides; the smaller with hinged lid opening to a set of six glass medicine bottles, a drawer to the base, keyhole with ivory inlay, a brass carrying handle to the lid; the larger 9 3/4in x 13in x 8in (25cm x 33cm x 20.5cm)the smaller 7in x 6in x 4 1/4in (18cm x 15cm x 11cm) (2)Footnotes:Medicine chests were often equipped with additional equipment for the measuring, preparation, and dispensing of chemical remedies. Cox's Companion published from 1820-1900 lists the standardised list of accessories for medicine chests.Please note that from 19 January 2022, items containing ivory cannot be imported into the EU. The import of ivory into the USA is already prohibited.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Y ФY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.Ф This lot contains or is made of ivory and cannot be imported into the USA or any country within the EU.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

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A Mahogany Medicine Chest, English, early 19th century,the hinged lid and winged double doors opening to eleven glass medicin

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Lot 90

A Mahogany Medicine Chest, English, early 19th century,the hinged lid and winged double doors opening to eleven glass medicine bottles of various sizes, six drawers containing small glass container and a set of brass scales and weights, the keyholes with inlaid ivory, 9 1/4in x 9 1/4in x 9in (23.5cm x 23.5cm x 23cm) Footnotes:By the early 19th century, some English medicine chests were manufactured in the continental European style. In the present example, the winged doors an fenestrated wooden partitions are a larger version of contemporary European designs. For a similar example, see A.M. Young, Antique Medicine Chests, London, 1994, p.32, fig.21.Please note that from 19 January 2022, items containing ivory cannot be imported into the EU. The import of ivory into the USA is already prohibited.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Y ФY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.Ф This lot contains or is made of ivory and cannot be imported into the USA or any country within the EU.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

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A Group of Ivory and Silver Medical Instruments,comprising: a dental set in fish-skin case, containing 6 instruments with ivo

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Lot 94

A Group of Ivory and Silver Medical Instruments,comprising: a dental set in fish-skin case, containing 6 instruments with ivory handles; a silver and ivory cucumber slice, London 1808, by Thomas Phipps & Edward Robinson II; a tortoiseshell tongue scraper with ivory handle; a silver scraper with ivory handle; two surgical needles with ivory cases; a silvering scraper wit ivory handle, maker's mark only IT; a surgical kit in leather pouch, with tortoiseshell handles; a brass weighing scale in Chinese wooden case, with ivory handle, (10)Footnotes:Please note that from 19 January 2022, items containing ivory cannot be imported into the EU. The import of ivory into the USA is already prohibited.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Y ФY Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the EU, see clause 13.Ф This lot contains or is made of ivory and cannot be imported into the USA or any country within the EU.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

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Victorian silver coffee pot of fluted baluster form, with embossed foliate decoration, silver foliate scroll handle, with ivo

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Lot 372

Victorian silver coffee pot of fluted baluster form, with embossed foliate decoration, silver foliate scroll handle, with ivory insulators and hinged domed cover, with flower head finial on a cast base, with four scroll feet (London 1838) Charles Reily & George Storer. All at approximately 28ozs. 25cm overall height.

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Victorian silver Stilton scoop with carved ivory handle (Sheffield 1900) Martin Hall & Co. 22cm overall length.

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Lot 402

Victorian silver Stilton scoop with carved ivory handle (Sheffield 1900) Martin Hall & Co. 22cm overall length.

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George III silver tea urn or samovar, with engraved foliate decoration, twin lion mask ring handles, an ivory mounted tap and

Reeman Dansie

Lot 416

George III silver tea urn or samovar, with engraved foliate decoration, twin lion mask ring handles, an ivory mounted tap and slip in cover of waisted form, with bell finial, on an oval pedestal base, with four ball feet, interior with separate hot iron reservoir and iron (London1801). Robert Hennell I & David Hennell II. approximately 37ozs weighable silver. 37cm overall height.Condition report: General overall condition is good, some surface scratching and minor denting. Main body has had some repairs around top rim and is discoloured in places below where cover fits, left lion head may have been resoldered and there is a pin hole at top of mane, area where tap enters body has been repaired, feet have been resoldered and base does not sit square. Ivory tap handle is cracked. Cover inner rim is slightly distorted, there are remains of a maker's mark but it is very rubbed and basically illegible. Inner iron reservoir and cover are scratched and dented, frame may have been repaired. Iron is rusty. Marks in base are clear.

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Regency period Old Sheffield Plate coffee pot of fluted baluster form, with foliate rim, engraved armorial, hinged domed cove

Reeman Dansie

Lot 437

Regency period Old Sheffield Plate coffee pot of fluted baluster form, with foliate rim, engraved armorial, hinged domed cover with flower head finial, and scroll handle with ivory insulators, on a scroll and shell base. Unmarked. 21.3cm overall height.Provenance: Removed from The Garden House, Hampstead

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William IV Irish silver teapot of melon form, with scroll silver handle and ivory insulators, flush fitting hinged cover with

Reeman Dansie

Lot 443

William IV Irish silver teapot of melon form, with scroll silver handle and ivory insulators, flush fitting hinged cover with domed and fluted finial on a shaped pedestal foot (Dublin 1836). All at approximately 25ozs. 30.5cm across.Condition report: Possibly a repair to the hinge. Ivory in the handle is loose and cracked. Some dents to the body and foot.

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Fine large Georgian ivory tooth pick case with classical jasperware plaque to lid with yellow metal and cut steel bezel 9.1cm

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Lot 751

Fine large Georgian ivory tooth pick case with classical jasperware plaque to lid with yellow metal and cut steel bezel 9.1cm x 3.5cmCondition report: Cameo is cracked in several place, the ivory has horizontal crack to top, push button functions and box closes snugly. Interior has minor wear

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Fine large Georgian ivory and yellow metal mounted toothpick case with glazed seed pearl floral arrangement and blue enamel p

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Lot 752

Fine large Georgian ivory and yellow metal mounted toothpick case with glazed seed pearl floral arrangement and blue enamel panel, original mirror and velvet lining 9.5cm x 3.5cm

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Fine Georgian ivory toothpick case with gold inlaid decoration and carved mother of pearl flower heads, original mirror and v

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Lot 753

Fine Georgian ivory toothpick case with gold inlaid decoration and carved mother of pearl flower heads, original mirror and velvet lining 6 x 2.3cm

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Georgian ivory and yellow metal mounted toothpick case with original mirror and velvet lining 8 x 1.7cm

Reeman Dansie

Lot 754

Georgian ivory and yellow metal mounted toothpick case with original mirror and velvet lining 8 x 1.7cm

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19th century Japanese carved ivory netsuke of a seated hippopotamus, signed 6cm

Reeman Dansie

Lot 766

19th century Japanese carved ivory netsuke of a seated hippopotamus, signed 6cm

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Late 19th century Japanese carved ivory netsuke in the form of a running boar, signed 6.5cm

Reeman Dansie

Lot 767

Late 19th century Japanese carved ivory netsuke in the form of a running boar, signed 6.5cm

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Three Japanese stained ivory netsuke including a rat on bale of rope, signed 5.1cm, bird and dragon (3)

Reeman Dansie

Lot 768

Three Japanese stained ivory netsuke including a rat on bale of rope, signed 5.1cm, bird and dragon (3)

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