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Gundlach, F.C. -- "Christa im Saga-Mink". 1970/printed later. Gelatin silver print. 40,5 x 48 cm (50,4 x 61 cm). Signed, titled, dedicated and dated by the photographer in pencil and photographer's stamp on the verso.Spanning several decades, the career of F.C. Gundlach is a testament to his exceptional sense of composition, mastery of light, and an unwavering commitment to elegance. His work encapsulates the essence of post-war Germany, including its evolving fashion and culture, effectively bridging the realms of photography and art. Gundlach's iconic fashion images and portraits of celebrities have left an enduring imprint on the industry, establishing him as a respected and influential figure in the annals of photography. – Some buckling in edges, minimal handling dent in lower area, otherwise a fine tonal print in very good condition.Lit.: Klaus Honnef (ed.). F.C. Gundlach. Modewelten: Photographien 1950 bis heute. Berlin 1985, ill. p. 203 (variant).
Stöcker, Alex -- Heinkel He 111 plane and Fokker plane at Tempelhof Airport, Berlin. 1935. 2 vintage ferrotyped gelatin silver prints on strong chamois paper. 24 x 18 cm and 18 x 24 cm. Each with photographer's/copyright/reproduction limitation stamps and each with typewrtitten caption labels on the verso.Corners minimally bumped, some surface irregularities, a few light dents, otherwise in very good condition.
Goldin, Nan -- "J. and Richard on the bed, Chicago" (Couple in Bed, Chicago), from the series "The Ballad of Sexual Dependency". 1977/printed late 1990s. Cibachrome print. 58 x 72,5 cm. Signed, titled, dated and dedicated by the photographer in felt-tip pen on the verso.Nan Goldin's work explores themes surrounding the LGBT community, intimacy, the HIV crisis, and the opioid epidemic. Her seminal work, "The Ballad of Sexual Dependency" (1986), which includes this image, serves as a poignant documentation of post-Stonewall gay subculture, intertwined with intimate portrayals of Goldin's family and friends. Often compared to Diane Arbus and Larry Clark, Goldin's style embraces the informal, content-driven aesthetic of the snapshot, with a preference for capturing private dramas in interior settings, such as cluttered kitchens, downtown bars, and disheveled beds. Notably, her adept use of color serves as a catalyst for accentuating the emotional essence of each moment. Goldin resides and works in New York City, Berlin and Paris. – Small dent in upper right, some light surface soiling, only visible at an angle, traces of previous mounting on the verso, otherwise in very good condition.Lit.: Nan Goldin. The Ballad of Sexual Dependency. New York 2004, ill. p. 138.Sylvia Wolf. Visions from America: Photographs from the Whitney Museum of American Art, 1940-2001. New York 2002, ill. p.123.Nan Goldin. Couples and Loneliness. Kyoto 1998, ill. p. 8.
[*] Quigley, Edward W. -- Building, New York. 1932. Vintage gelatin silver print. 34,6 x 27 cm (49,2 x 40,2 cm). Mounted to board. Numbered 5860 in pencil and photographer's studio stamp on mount verso. Edward W. Quigley's pioneering experiments with light abstraction distinguished him as a prominent modernist photographer of the 1930s. Quigley, however, also captured the essence of New York City through his lens, offering unique perspectives of its bustling streets, iconic landmarks, and vibrant energy. Despite being largely self-taught, Quigley's work garnered attention and acclaim, leading to exhibitions at prestigious institutions such as the J. Paul Getty Museum in Los Angeles and the Museum of Modern Art in New York City. – Small crease in right margin of print, some signs of retouching in upper right corner, otherwise in very good condition.
Braun, Adolphe & Cie -- Nike of Samothrace (Winged Victory). Circa 1900. 1 vintage carbon print, 1 toned gelatin silver print. 46 x 37 cm and 57,5 x 43,5. Each mounted to board (1 flush-mounted), 1 with photographer's stamp below image on mount (traces of use).Carbon print with a few light surface scuff marks/scratches, gelatin silver print with slight edge wear and bumped corners, otherwise rich dark prints in very good condition.Lit.: Ulrich Pohlmann/Paul Mellenthin (eds.).Adolphe Braun - ein europäisches Photographie Unternehmen, Munich 2017, compare ill. p. 323.
Graetz, Jürgen -- After demolition of the Garnisonskirche Potsdam. 1968. Vintage gelatin silver print. 20 x 28 cm. Signed, titled and dated by the photographer in pencil and with photographer's stamp on the verso.Light crease mark in upper right, a few nicks in lower edge, otherwise in very good condition.
Jacobi, Lotte -- Photogenic abstraction. Circa 1950. Vintage gelatin silver print. 19,7 x 24,6 cm. Photographer's Photogenics /copyright stamp on the verso, hinge-mounted in upper corners to mat.Encouraged by Leo Katz, in the early 1940s Lotte Jacobi began experimenting with making photographs without a camera. It was Katz who coined the term "Photogenics" for these renditions of paths of light. To him these images were true "original" art objects, devoid of the reproducible nature of normal photographs. Jacobi's photogenics follow the new concepts in the visual arts of the time. They were included in such avantgarde exhibitions as In and Out of Focus in 1948 and Abstraction in Photography in 1951, both at the Museum of Modern Art in New York, as well as in the second Subjektive Fotografie exhibition in 1954, in Saarbrücken. – A few minimal nicks in edges, otherwise in near excellent condition.Lit.: Marion Beckers/Elisabeth Moortgat. Atelier Lotte Jacobi - Berlin, New York. Berlin 1997. ill. pp. 191-192 (similar photogenics).Provenance: Christie's. Light, Volume and Form: Photographs from the Shalom Shpilman Collection, May 24-June 2, 2016, lot 85.
Lebeck, Robert -- "Konrad Adenauer an seinem 90. Geburtstag in Bonn am 4.1.1966". Printed later. Gelatin silver print. 25,3 x 37,5 cm (30,3 x 40 cm). Signed, titled and dated by the photographer in ink and photographer's stamp on the verso.The German photographer Robert Lebeck is known for his influential documentary and portrait photography. His career spanned several decades and encompassed a wide range of subjects, including politics, culture, and society. Lebeck's work often captured pivotal historical moments and iconic figures, making him a prominent figure in the world of photojournalism. – Some buckling, a few light handling dents in upper left and one handling dent in right near edge, lower right corner slightly bumped, otherwise in very good condition.Lit.: Tete Böttger (ed.). Robert Lebeck: Vis-à-vis. Göttingen 1999.
Leibovitz, Annie -- "Jodie Foster, Malibu, California". 1988. Cibachrome print. 49 x 40,4 cm. Signed, titled, dated and editioned 6/40 by the photographer in black marker in lower margin. The American photographer Annie Leibovitz is one of today's most influential portraitists. Her breakthrough came as she joined Rolling Stone magazine as a photographer in 1973, eventually serving as its chief photographer until 1981. In the following years, Leibovitz, known for her media-shy demeanor, rose to international acclaim for her iconic portraits of numerous music legends. Alongside staged portraits and notable nudes, including those of Demi Moore, Whoopi Goldberg, and Queen Elizabeth II, Leibovitz expanded her repertoire to include reportage and advertising photography. – A few light surface irregularities, only visible at an angle, otherwise in very good condition.Lit.: Annie Leibovitz. Photographs 1970-1990. New York 1991, ill. p.
Florschuetz, Thomas -- Untitled. 6.IV.84 (diptych). Vintage gelatin silver print. 33 x 16,5 cm (39,7 x 29,8 cm). Signed and dated by the photographer in ink below the image in the margin; photographer's stamp on the verso.Thomas Flörschütz is known for his abstract and experimental photographic work. His photographs explore themes of light, form, and texture, often reducing subjects to their essential, minimalist components. His innovative approach challenges traditional photographic traditions, and he has gained recognition both nationally and internationally for his unique artistic vision. – Edges and corners bumped, a few handling marks and creases, otherwise in good condition.
Amazonia / Koch-Grünberg Expedition -- Photographer: George Huebner (1862-1935). Portraits and ethnographic studies of indigenous people of the Amazon region. 1903-05. 4 vintage collodion paper prints. Various sizes, 16 x 11,3 cm, 13 x 9 cm and 11,3 x 9,3 cm. 2 with number in negative in upper left corner; each annotated in pencil/crayon on the verso.The German ethnologist and explorer Theodor Koch-Grünberg made valuable contributions to the study of indigenous peoples in South America, particularly the Pemon Indians of Venezuela and indigenous peoples of Brazil in the Amazon region. Koch travelled with photographer George Huebner to document the people he studied. In 1906, he published photogravures of the individuals he encountered on the expedition in his monumental work "Indianertypen aus dem Amazonasgebiet nach eigenen Aufnahmen während seiner Reise in Brasilien" (1906). A written account of his trip, including his study of the Baniwa, was published in two volumes in 1910-11 under the title "Zwei Jahre Unter den Indianern. Reisen in Nord-West Brasilien, 1903-1905". His descriptions of Brazilian tribes, illustrated with photographs, are still utilized by anthropologists and ethnologists today. Two of the photographs offered here were most likely included in one of Theodor Koch's publications, as they have notations referring to illustration numbers on the verso. – A few light handling marks/surface nicks, otherwise strong prints in very good condition.
Entartete Kunst -- Proscription postcards showing works in the "Entartete Kunst" (Degenerate Art) exhibition. 1937. 2 vintage gelatin silver photo postcards. Each circa 9 x 14 cm. The "Entartete Kunst" (Degenerate Art) exhibition holds historical significance as a symbol of the suppression of artistic freedom, censorship of modern art, and the persecution of artists during the era of National Socialism in Germany. Among the displayed works was Otto Dix's haunting portrayal of four wounded veterans, "Die Kriegskrüppel" (1920), considered a masterpiece of the New Objectivity movement. Unfortunately it went missing in the aftermath of the exhibition. – Small nicks in edges, a few small rubbed spots, Dix photo with light bend mark in lower left, otherwise in very good condition.
Porter, Allan -- Photogram. Circa 1948. Vintage unique ferrotyped gelatin silver print. 17,2 x 12,2 cm. Mounted to board, signed by the photographer in pencil on mount verso, hinge-mounted in mat.The American-Swiss photographer Allan Porter was also a journalist, editor, designer, and art director best known for his role as editor of Camera magazine. His eye for talent helped launch the career of many now-renowned photographers, namely Josef Koudelka, Stephen Shore and Sarah Moon amongst many others. Under his direction, Camera became one of the most important and widely read photography publications of its time, featuring the works of renowned photographers from around the world. – Some light surface scuffing, more visible at an angle, otherwise in very good condition.Provenance: Christie's. Light, Volume and Form: Photographs from the Shalom Shpilman Collection, May 24-June 2, 2016, lot 77.
Italy -- Photographer: Alinari and unknown. Views of Bologna, Pisa, Siena, Assisi and San Benedetto. 1860s. 11 albumen prints. Various sizes between circa 23 x 17 cm and 10 x 13 cm. Each mounted to card, titled in ink below the image on the mount.Attractive group of early views of northern Italy, some with strong violet brown tones. – A few light surface scuff marks, some with a few foxing small spots, several with fading in edges, otherwise several with strong tones and in very good condition.
McBride, Will -- "Amerikanische und russische Panzer stehen sich gegenüber, Berlin Friedrich Str.". 1961/printed later. Large-format gelatin silver print. 33,5 x 50 cm (50,5 x 60,7 cm). Signed, titled and dated by the photographer in pencil on the verso.A few light handling marks/dents, otherwise in very good condition.Provenance: Directly from the photographer to the present owner.
Thiemann, Elsa -- Design for wallpaper.1930-31. Unique vintage ferrotyped gelatin silver print collage. 45,8 x 40 cm. Mounted to board (some wear, time-stained in edges), photographer's estate stamp on mount versoBetween 1929-1931, Elsa Thiemann's formative years at the Bauhaus in Dessau were marked by influential teachers like Josef Albers, Joost Schmidt, and, notably, Walter Peterhans, who guided her in photography. Her artistic development was strongly shaped by the New Objectivity movement and an emphasis on advertising photography in her Bauhaus education, instilling in her a deep appreciation for structure and innovative composition. Here she met her future husband, the painter Hans Thiemann, in 1930. Following her studies, she returned to Berlin in 1931, embarking on a career as a freelance press photographer until 1960 when she relocated to Hamburg with her husband, who had been appointed as a Professor at the Hochschule für Bildende Künste. – Some retouched spots, a few light surface scuff marks, some pressure marks from mounting and some edge wear in individual prints, photos lifting off of mount in some areas, otherwise in good condition.Lit.: Annemarie Jaeggi/Margot Schmidt (eds.). Elsa Thiemann: Fotografin. Bauhaus und Berlin. Berlin 2004, see pp. 18-27.Provenance: From the estate of the photographer
Hensky, Herbert -- Trümmerfrauen in Schönhauser Allee, Berlin. Early 1940s/printed later. Large-format vintage gelatin silver print. 29 x 38,5 cm. Photographer's/agency stamp and estate stamp and annotated in pencil on the verso.Herbert Hensky was a notable German photographer who emerged as a significant figure in the field during the mid-20th century. Known for his candid and evocative imagery, Hensky documented various facets of German society, ranging from everyday life in post-war Berlin to important political events. – Light fold mark in lower left, a few light handling dents, otherwise in very good condition.
Moulin, Félix Jacques -- "Goum Nadji". Circa 1856-58. Albumen print. 22 x 16 cm. Mounted to original board (slightly soiled) with printed caption label Goum Nadji, Coulougli, Alger No. 77 on mount verso.Several retouched spots/lines, a few light surface scuff marks, otherwise in good condition.
List, Herbert -- Pablo Picasso, Paris. 1948/printed 1981. Gelatin silver print. 23,3 x 34,5 cm (30 x 40,5 cm). Photographer's estate stamp, therein titled, dated and signed by Max Scheler in ink on the verso.Herbert List's portraits of renowned artists exemplify his talent for capturing the essence of his subjects. In this particular image, he skillfully conveys the multifaceted persona of Picasso in his Paris studio. – Light buckling in edges, otherwise a strong print in near excellent condition.Lit.: Max Scheler/Matthias Harder (eds.). Herbert List. The Monograph. Munich 2000, ill. p. 205 (image from the same sitting).
Wüst, Ulrich -- Portrait. 1982. Vintage ferrotyped gelatin silver print. 14,8 x 20 cm (18 x 22 cm). Dated by the photographer in ink in lower margin; photographer's stamp and annotated by the photographer in pencil on the verso.Some light dents, light buckling in edges, traces of previous mounting on the verso, otherwise in good condition.
[*] Gülmez Frères -- Eleven-plate panorama showing the shores of the Bosporus Strait north of Constantinople. 1880s. 11 albumen prints mounted together as panorama. Each print circa 19,5 x 27,5 cm, entire size circa 29 x 270 cm. The Gülmez Brothers, Ahmet and Abdullah, were pioneering Ottoman photographers active during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Based in Istanbul, they operated a successful photographic studio known for their portraits of notable figures, urban scenes, and historical events. Their work played a significant role in documenting and preserving the cultural and social landscape of the Ottoman Empire during a period of immense change. – Some foxing of mounts, some light fading, otherwise in good condition.
Kozman, Myron -- Photogram. Circa 1935. Vintage gelatin silver print. 25 x 20 cm. Annotated in pencil on the verso.Myron Kozman was an abstract painter, sculptor and screen printer. He studied at Grand Rapids Junior College and then in Chicago where he was one of the first five graduates of the Institute of Design (New Bauhaus) in Chicago. Kozman later became a teacher there for twelve years. He worked closely with Moholy-Nagy, teaching him screen printing, and was a WPA (Works Progress Administration) artist. His work was exhibited at the Art Institute of Chicago, Artists Gallery of Chicago and London Art Gallery in London, England. – Small creases and pinholes in lower corners, some handling dents/creases, some nicks in edges, traces of previous mounting on verso, otherwise in good condition.Provenance: Christie's. Light, Volume and Form: Photographs from the Shalom Shpilman Collection, May 24-June 2, 2016, lot 75.
Quigley, Edward W. -- Photogram. Circa 1931. Vintage unique ferrotyped gelatin silver print. 36 x 26,5 cm. Mounted along upper edge to mat.Known for his experimental photographic work with light in the 1930s, the American modernist Edward Quigley started photographing at the young age of twelve. He joined the Photographic Society of Philadelphia in 1929, and opened his own studio a year later. He supported himself with innovative advertising and editorial work published regularly in magazines such as U.S. Camera and Photographie, while winning prizes in numerous salons for his experimental light abstractions, captured with the aid of prisms and lenses. Today, photographs by Edward Quigley are in the permanent collections of The San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, The Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, The Cleveland Museum of Art, and the Philadelphia Museum of Art. – Some light mirroring in upper portion, more visible at an angle, light dents in lower edge, light crease in upper edge near right, traces of previous mounting on the verso, otherwise in very good condition.Provenance: Christie's. Light, Volume and Form: Photographs from the Shalom Shpilman Collection, May 24-June 2, 2016, lot 76.
Klauke, Jürgen -- "So stell' ich mir die Liebe vor". 1977. 13 vintage chromogenic prints. 50 x 40 cm (sheet size), various image sizes. Each signed and editioned 7/20 by the photographer in felt-tip pen on verso, double sheet with title and imprint, in original cardboard box. Edition F.C. Gundlach & Jürgen Klauke Hamburg/Cologne.The photography and media artist Jürgen Klauke is known for his critical and confrontational view of normed sexual identities and social behavioral patterns. In works ranging from highly minimalistic to strongly excessive, and also at times surrealistic scenes, his photographs reflect on the basic conditions of paranoid existence. Using everyday materials as a means to produce images, the artist creates a concentrated look at the absurdity of life. – Colors slightly shifted, some light handling dents, otherwise in good condition.
Jamil Naqsh (1939-2019)Untitled (Woman & Doves) oil on canvas, framed91.3 x 152.6cm (35 15/16 x 60 1/16in).Footnotes:ProvenanceProperty from a private collection, Pakistan;Acquired from the artist. Jamil Naqsh's Untitled (Woman and Doves) encapsulates the essence of his artistic vision, weaving together themes of femininity, nature, and tranquillity with his signature blend of abstraction, pointillism and symbolism. Born out of Naqsh's profound reverence for the female form and his lifelong fascination with the natural world, this painting emerges as a poignant exploration of human emotion and connectivity.Central to the composition is the figure of a reclining woman, depicted with graceful curves and flowing lines that evoke a sense of serenity and introspection. Her form serves as a focal point of contemplation, inviting viewers into a dialogue about the complexities of womanhood and the enduring bond between humanity and the natural realm.Hovering above the woman's outstretched hand are three doves, symbols rich in cultural and spiritual significance. In Naqsh's oeuvre, the dove often represents peace, freedom, and the transcendent power of love. Here, they become potent metaphors for the harmonious coexistence of the feminine spirit and the ethereal beauty of nature, suggesting a symbiotic relationship between the two.Naqsh's masterful use of colour and texture further enriches the painting, imbuing it with a sense of vitality and depth. Soft, muted tones of greens and ochre suffuse the canvas, evoking the tranquil hues of dawn or dusk. Delicate brushstrokes and subtle shifts in tone create a dynamic interplay of light and shadow, infusing the scene with an aura of quiet beauty and contemplation.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Ahmed Khan (B.1939)Untitled signed and dated 'Ahmed Khan 09' versosilver lead and oil on board, framed121 x 90cm (47 5/8 x 35 7/16in).Footnotes:ProvenanceProperty from a private collection, Pakistan. Note: There is note about Ahmed Khan by Colin David on the reverse. Translations: Part 1: The Arabic phrase 'الله لا إله إلا هو,' La 'iilah 'iilaa allah is 'There is no god but Allah.'Part 2: The complete Kalma: 'لَا إِلَٰهَ إِلَّا اللَّهُ مُحَمَّدٌ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ,' La ilaha illallah, Muhammadur rasulullah is 'There is no god but Allah, and Muhammad is the messenger of Allah.'The other marked parts are repetitions or variations of Part 2, the complete Kalma. Born in Sahjehan Pur, India, Khan was a Lecturer in graphic design at the National College of Arts, Lahore from 1963-1988. Until his recent demise he was considered to be Pakistan's greatest living calligraphic artist. He employed aesthetic conventions that focussed on repurposing and assimilating texts and inscriptions, which he successfully achieved through his crisp compositions as seen in Untitled. He applied the calligraphic forms to the base on the work and then overlaid his designs with silver foil and chemicals which changed the silver into vibrant colours; greens and reds in Untitled. His works often dealt with the Oneness of God and the desire for peace. The light seen emanating from the left corner of Untitled helps to promote the message. He further included the recurrent motif of a seal, seen in the top left corner. He is the recipient of the 1984 National Award by Pakistan's National Council of the Arts, the 1987 Top Honours award at the First Lahore Biennale, and the 1996 Shakir Ali award.To see a similar work sold in these rooms see Bonhams, Modern & Contemporary South Asian Art, London, 22nd November 2022, lot 42.Bonhams extends their gratitude to Mr Muzzumil Ruheel for his assistance with the translations.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: ** VAT on imported items at a preferential rate of 5% on Hammer Price and the prevailing rate on Buyer's Premium.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
HENRI MANGUIN (1874-1949)De Maleribes, vue sur le golfe de Saint Tropez cachet de l'atelier (en bas à droite)huile sur toile Peint en 1925stamped with the atelier's stamp (lower right)oil on canvas Painted in 192550 x 81 cm.19 11/16 x 31 7/8 in.Footnotes:L'authenticité de cette oeuvre a été confirmée par Madame Claude Holstein-Manguin.The authenticity of this work has been confirmed by Mrs Claude Holstein-Manguin.Provenance Collection Madame Henri Manguin, Saint-Tropez, 1949.Collection particulière, France.Galerie Alexis Pentcheff, Marseille.Collection particulière, Belgique. ExpositionsParis, Galerie Pétridès, Manguin, 1943, (illustré no. 10).Cagnes-sur-Mer, Château Musée de Cagnes-sur-Mer,Manguin, 1965, (illustré no. 42). BibliographieL., C. Manguin & M.-C. Sainsaulieu, Henri Manguin, catalogue raisonné de l'œuvre peint, Neuchâtel, 1980, no. 821, (illustré p. 274).« Dans chaque tableau de Manguin il est midi, la lumière chante, glisse sur l'eau calme, la chair épanouie, les fleurs ouvertes ou les fruits mûrs, c'est l'heure exacte du bonheur présent. » Pierre Cabanne.'In each of Manguin's paintings it is midday, the light sings, glides over the calm water, the flesh in full bloom, the flowers open or the fruit ripe, it is the exact hour of present happiness.' Pierre Cabanne.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
PIERRE CARDIN jeans x 2 ( One worn one unworn 34" waist ) * HUGO BOSS jeans (Worn 36" waist) * LEVIS 501 black denim jeans (36" waist) * LEVIS 751 men's sand-coloured cords (38" Waist) * LEVIS 501 navy chinos (Gently worn with light fading 34" waist) * GUCCI men's jeans x 2 (32" & 36" waist) * a mans EL CHARRO red and white striped western shirt (Large) * EL CHARRO hand-tooled and hand-painted leather belt ( 9 items)Condition Report: All good worn or unworn condition. Trousers all 32" leg
KATHERINE HAMNETT London early 1980s men's cream cotton jumpsuit with silk patches bought from a sample sale in London. UK Large (COLLECTORS ITEM WITH EALY USAGE OF "KATHERINE" ON THE LABEL later Katharine.)Condition Report: Gently used condition with light marks commensurate with age and use
A MUGHAL CUERDA SECA BORDER TILE FRAGMENT, PUNJAB, MID-17TH CENTURY glazed red earthenware, decorated with scrolling yellow and light brown flowers and serrated leaves on cobalt ground, a yellow band along one edge, mounted for wall-hanging, 8 x 12cmProvenance: Sir Howard Hodgkin (1932-2017). Bonhams Knightsbridge, 9 June 2014, lot 454.For a group of related border tiles in the Victoria and Albert Museum, originally from the Tomb of Madani, Srinagar, Kashmir, see Millner 2021, p.251.
A SAFAVID GOMBROON POTTERY BOWL, PERSIA, CIRCA 1700 the white interior with convex central boss painted with black stars in a convex medallion with radiating light cobalt-blue arms divided by further stars, the cavetto with reciprocal pierced zigzag motifs between two thin bands of single dots, the rim with groups of four black dashes, 17.2cm. diam.Provenance: Christie's London, 17 April 2007, lot 6.
A SAFAVID GOMBROON POTTERY BOWL, PERSIA, CIRCA 1700 the white interior with convex central boss painted with black stars in a medallion with radiating light cobalt-blue merlon motifs divided by further stars, the cavetto with reciprocal pierced zigzag motifs between two thin bands of single dots, the rim with groups of black dots, 20.8cm. diam.For a near-identical bowl in the Gulbenkian Museum, Lisbon, see inv. no.946 (https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Category:Gombroon_ware#/media/File:Bowl_with_sun_-_Iran_-_late_17th_or_early_18th_century_-_Gulbenkian_museum_-_Inv._946.jpg)
Falkland Islands Mint collection of QV to early QEII issues in mounts on pages in an album, with a range of 19th century issues (31) incl. SG.1 very lightly hinged margin example and 1878 6d blue-green SG.3 MNH, through to 1898 2/6d and 5/-, with intervening values to check for better shades/wmks, followed by KEVII complete (tone spots on the two high values), first KGV set complete to £1 with both 5/- (SG.60/69, cat. £1,000), 1929-37 whale and penguins set (SG.116/125, cat. £700), 1933 Centenary to 2/6d lightly hinged though some light gum toning, 1938-50 pictorial set (SG.146/163), 1952 set, to 1960 set MNH and later in a Scott album, plus Dependencies etc. on stockpages incl. 1954 ships set (£1 MNH), etc.
Great Britain Specialised QEII mint collection in 12 volumes, five loose-leaf albums and seven complementary stockbooks/binders. Some pre-QEII including depth on KGVI with controls, sideways wmks etc. Then impressive Wildings looking comprehensive incl. phosphor-graphite set in blocks plus 2d wmk error, extensive booklet panes and cylinder numbers from first Wildings through the Machins cylinder blocks and printings to early 21st century, the commems (to early decimal) also in plate/cylinder/traffic-light blocks and many further positional blocks with hundreds of flaws and varieties identified, 1963 red cross phosphor set in cylinder blocks of six, 1967 EFTA 9d green omitted MNH, etc, all the Wilding castles high value sets, Wilding regional cylinders and varieties, Channel Islands incl. Jersey 1941-42 ½d and 1d imperf pairs MNH (cat. £625), postage dues incl. inverted wmks 1960 1/- block of four MNH and 1963 10/- corner block of six MNH, railway stamps (100), etc. Much more to see and discover here, recommended viewing.
New Zealand Postal Fiscals mint collection of 43 stamps on stockpages, almost all very lightly hinged, some never hinged, including 1940 11/- and 1945 22/- surcharges (SG.F187/189, F212/F216), 1940-58 denominations to £4 light blue (F210), many with both normal and inverted watermarks including on 8/- (F199/w), 9/- (F200/w), 15/- (F202/w) and £2 (F206/w), etc. Cat £3,900.
CBG Mignot two boxed mounted soldier sets, first set with two walking and one rearing horse with two soldiers and flag bearer in green and orange uniforms, red box (condition, good box fair lid with surface tears and tears to edges and lacks one end flap), second set with two soldiers and Officer on rearing white horse, red trousers and light blue tops, (condition, excellent), together with two Britains Field guns and four further guns, (8).

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