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Lot 12
A Fine Keith Townsend 1:20 Scale Model of the Twin Screw Steam Yacht Esperance, English, Modern,Built by K.N. Townsend of Cumbria in 2007, to a scale of 1:20, serial number 001.The black painted hull with twin brass screws, deck with brass handrails, shaped tiller, helm, deck house with curtaining, navigational lamp, chimney, retractable mast, and pennant; the roof featuring six roof ventilators, with interior cabin and engine room, and decorative whistle to the back of the funnel; the model supported on two brass brackets on green slate base on mahogany baseboard, the whole within brass and Perspex display case.The base with metal plaque engraved with the maker's signature, and date and history of the vessel: 'Twin Screw Steam Yacht Esperance 1869, the oldest vessel on Lloyds yacht register and first twin screw steam yacht famous as Captain Flint's houseboat in the film Swallows & Amazons. This is a 1/20 Scale K.N. Townsend'.Inventory includes a remote control, fitted toolbox with accessories, and a file comprising the accompanying certificate of authenticity signed and dated by the maker, and related documents on operating and caring for the model. the model 21in x 41in x 7in (53cm x 104cm x 18cm)the case 24 1/2in x 45in x 12in (62cm x 114.5cm x 30.5cm) overallFootnotes:The present model is a fine example by one of the most respected ship scale model makers of the 20th century, Keith Townsend. It also holds the distinction of being the first model of 'Esperance' constructed by Townsend, certified with the number 001. The careful construction and keen attention to detail are clear throughout the model. The full size vessel 'Esperance' is believed to be the first twin screw steam yacht according to the Lloyds' Yacht Register, and is the oldest boat recorded on the Register ahead of 'Raven'.The full size vessel was constructed on the Clyde by T.B. Seath & Co to serve the Furness industrialist H.W. Schneider. Due to the all-weather use demanded by her owner at Bowness, the bow of 'Esperance' was heavily raked in order to break through light ice. By the end of the 19th century, ownership of 'Esperance' had changed to that of the Ferry Hotel, which used the vessel to transport guests to the hotel for afternoon tea, or up the lake for services at the nearby Wray church.In popular culture she is perhaps best known as the beloved houseboat of Captain Flint in Arthur Ransome's 1930 novel Swallows and Amazons, with the vessel actually being used in the BBC adaption. In his acclaimed novel, Arthur Ransome describes the vessel as 'a long narrow craft with a high raised cabin roof, and a row of glass windows along her side. Her bows were like the bows of an old-time clipper. Her stern was like that of a steamship'. In 1941 the 'Esperance' sank in the lake but was salvaged from the water by T.C. Pattinson.The full size vessel of 'Esperance' is currently in the collection of the renowned Windemere Jetty Museum, and the Victorian façade of the Esperance pier also survives to the present day.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: TPTP For auctions held in Scotland: Lots will be moved to an offsite storage location (Constantine, Constantine House, North Caldeen Road, Coatbridge ML5 4EF, Scotland, UK) and will only be available for collection from this location at the date stated in the catalogue. Please refer to the catalogue for further information.For all other auctions: Lots 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
Lot 217
Stella Crofts (1898-1964) Indian Elephants, 1926 a rare stoneware figure group, glazed in colours signed Stella R Crofts, 1926 and titled Indian Elephants 30cm. highProvenance Bonhams, Edinburgh, 16th February 2012, lot 5.Literature Paul Hughes, Stella's Ark, Stella Crofts, page 65 for an original exhibition display in 1930 including this figure group which was also made as a lamp base.
Lot 204
A rare Troika Pottery Helmet lamp base by Alison Brigden, designed by Leslie Illsley, the cut, ovoid form covered in a bronze glaze, on domed base, painted Troika and AB monogram, 28.5cm. high ProvenanceThe Collection of Pat and David Redstone. LiteratureCarol Cashmore, Troika Pottery, plate 38 for a comparable form.Ben Harris & Lawrence Illsley, Troika 63-83, HA publishing, page 130 for a comparable Helmet sculpture illustrated.
Lot 136
A Chinese famille rose baluster-form vase, painted with a festival scene and figures in procession, 24.5cm high, 19th century; a blue and white, blossoming prunus pattern ginger jar, double concentric ring mark to base, 13 high; a Han dynasty style stoneware ginger jar; famille verte style lamp base, (4).
Lot 154
An 19th century Maltese silver lampierPaolo Schembri, stamped Oakes period (1810-1820) Traditional form, all mounted on a central rod surmounted by a rococo scroll handle, a fluted three-font lamp below, on baluster stem with squat well and high-domed fluted cover, three implements on chain attached including scissors, tweezers and snuffer, a moveable cartouche shaped reflector with chased scroll and wave-work border, all raised on a shaped circular fluted base on three scroll and shell-work feet, height 68cm, weight 57.5oz.Footnotes:ProvenanceProperty of a Maltese noble family, the Barony of Benwarrad, and thence by descent to the present owners.HistoryThe Maltese nobility has historically ruled over Malta for hundreds of years – titles still accepted even when parts of the island were under foreign rule. Occupying important administrative rules and duties, these titles have been passed down through generations, and were recognised and accepted by the United Kingdom when they occupied Malta. Their presence dons Malta with name plaques on owned buildings and discrete historical buildings you would easily walk past. One such family who embody Maltese nobility are the Barons of Benwarrad.Saverio Gatto was created a 'Baron di Benwarrad' on the 18th of August, 1737 by Grand Master Despuig, with the remainder of his descendants in perpetuity, each having the right to nominate a successor, in default of nomination to the first born male descendant, and in absence of male issue, then to the first born female descendant.The Barony of Benwarrad has an interesting history, passing through several well-known Maltese families, from Gatto, Moscati, Montalto de Ribera to the present holders of Attard-Montalto.There were several heiresses who succeeded to the Barony, such as Paola Gatto, the 2nd Baroness, who married to Emanuele Moscati-Cassia; Antonia Moscati-Gatto, the 3rd Baroness, who married twice, firstly to Count Sir Paolo Parisio G.C.M.G., and secondly to Sir Guiseppe Maria de Piro G.C.M.G., 5th Baron di Budaq, both marriages failing to produce an heir.As such, the title moved to Antonia's first cousin, Paolo Montalto de Ribera, who was also Baron di San Paolino. Baron Paolo was succeeded by his daughter, Maria Antonia Montalto. Maria Antonia, the 5th Baroness, married in 1831 to Dr Guiseppe Ivo Attard M.D. The Attard-Montalto lineage held many important posts in Malta, and still retain key positions today.The present holder is Dr Maria Angela Attard-Montalto, the 8th Baroness, who married in 1948 and had three children - her noble title will eventually be passed on, in perpetuity.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 33
A French Art Deco silver and nautilus shell centrepieceGeorges Falkenberg, Paris circa 1910 A cast mythological sea creature, the whole intricately embossed and chased in high and low relief, the scales in silver-gilt, with fearsome face, mouth opened and teeth bared, elaborate fins and scrolling fronds, its back arched with tail curled overhead, the tailfin clasping an opalescent nautilus shell overhead, the creature surrounded by cascading oak leaves atop choppy cast waves, all resting on a shaped rectangular base, originally a lamp, weight base 20oz.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
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