John Wilde (American, 1919-2006). Silverpoint, wash, and pencil drawing titled "Portrait of Huge Black" depicting somewhat surreal portrait of Hugo Lafayette Black (American, 1886-1971) seated in robes. Black served as a U.S. Senator in Alabama from 1927 to 1937 and as an associate justice of the U.S. Supreme Court from 1937 to 1971. Dated along the upper right. With a quote from Black reading "No Law Means No Law" along the lower center.Provenance: Distinguished Corporate Collection, Minnesota.Sight; height: 18 in x width: 8 3/4 in. Framed; height: 23 1/2 in x width: 14 in x depth: 3/4 in.Condition:There are no apparent creases, tears, losses, or restorations. Extremely light undulation. Extreme edges and verso not inspected. Not inspected out of frame. Framed under plexiglass; light wear to the frame.
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Colleen Browning (English/American, 1918-2003). Oil on canvas painting titled "Sly's Eye," depicting a graffiti filled exterior subway train with three individuals inside, 1977. Signed and dated along the lower right. The verso with a Kennedy Galleries, New York label as well as exhibition history labels.Provenance: Kennedy Galleries, New York; Distinguished Corporate Collection, Minnesota.Exhibition: Indianapolis Museum of Art, "Painting & Sculpture Today 1978," June 15 - July 30, 1978; Terra Museum of American Art, "Solitude - Inner Visions in American Art," September 25 - December 30, 1982.Unframed; height: 45 3/4 in x width: 56 1/2 in. Framed; height: 52 in x width: 62 1/2 in x depth: 1 3/4 in.Condition:There are no visible cracks, losses, or restorations. The colors are bold and deep and the surface is stable. There is a small scratch to the surface of the paint along the cetner. Some light soiling to the verso, likely original to the artistic process. Light wear to the frame.
Warren MacKenzie (American, 1924-2018). Group of three ceramic vessels including one vase, one bowl, and one cup. High-fired stoneware with copper green oribe style glaze. The vase and the cup are marked along the underside.Warren MacKenzie was a renowned Minnesota studio potter. A student of Bernard Leach and Shoji Hamada, he is credited with bringing the functional Mingei tradition to the United States, and spreading it through his own art and mentorship of students during his long tenure at the University of Minnesota.Height ranges from 1 3/4 in to 5 in; diameter ranges from 3 in to 5 3/4 in.Condition:There are no chips, cracks, losses, or restorations. Crazing to the glaze throughout. Light wear along the underside consistent with age and use.
Andrew Lazarie (American, 20th/21st c). Mixed media artwork titled "The Mystic," 1992. Signed and dated along the lower right; further signed, titled, and dated along a plate affixed to the verso.Height: 36 1/4 in x width: 25 1/4 in x depth: 1 1/2 in.Condition:There are no major bends, breaks, losses, or restorations. Light wear throughout, mostly along the sides.
Hugh Kepets (American, b. 1946). Large acrylic on canvas painting titled "Madison Square II" depicting a modernist view of architectural elements at Madison Square in New York City, 1979. Signed, titled, and dated along the stretcher along the verso. With a Fischbach Gallery label affixed to the verso.Provenance: Fischbach Gallery, Miami Beach, Florida; Distinguished Corporate Collection, Minnesota.Unframed; height: 72 in x width: 60 in. Framed; height: 73 1/4 in x width: 61 1/4 in x depth: 2 1/4 in.Condition:Colors are bold and deep. Surface is stable. There are no visible losses, tears, or signs of restoration. Light wear to the frame and stretcher.
THE BEATLES - REVOLVER LP (PMC 7009 - MONO FIRST PRESS - WITHDRAWN MIX). A lovely original mono pressing of The Beatles - Revolver (PMC 7009, 606-1/ 605-2, mono OG, withdrawn mix). The record is in strong VG+ condition with a few light hairlines and surface marks. The black and yellow centre label is clean with minor storage wear. The sleeve is in sharp Ex condition. A lovely copy).
THE BEATLES AND RELATED - 7" COLLECTORS PACK. A wonderful selection of 8 7" by The Beatles and related. The Beatles titles include Another Beatles Christmas Record (x2) inc (LYN 757, records have some shadowing, light creases, VG. Sleeves have some staining/ writing/ light edge tears), Strawberry Fields Forever (x3) inc (R5570, record VG+) & (602557385618, x2. Both M/ Sealed), The Beatles (5099968004576, set includes 4x 7" singles. Poster and single 'hub' centre. M/ Sealed), Magical Mystery Tour (5099940490892, Deluxe Collector's Edition. M/ Sealed) & Ringo Starr - Ringo (5099992877078, 3x 7" set with poster and custom plastic adapter 'hub'. M/ Sealed).
THE BEATLES - WHITE ALBUM LP (UK STEREO - LOW NUMBER - 0014878 - COMPLETE - PCS 7067). A lovely low-numbered top-opening UK stereo pressing of The Beatles self-titled 'White Album' (PCS 7067, UK pressing that includes all 4 picture inserts, lyric poster and black paper inner sleeves. Labels all have "An EMI Recording" text. Records are both VG, display numerous hairline/ light surface marks, nothing feelable of note. Top opening gatefold sleeve with low number: 0014878 is in lovely VG+ condition, displaying only minor age-related yellowing. Some minor laminate lifting around The Beatles cover lettering).
A collection of Paul McCartney and Wings-related items of clothing to include: three tote bags, four t-shirts (1x 2XL, 3x XL) one large jacket (driving rain), a cap, and a Good Evening Europe 2009 scarf. Also included is a wings badge set, a light cube, and an unopened Stella McCartney envelope.
THE BEATLES - SGT PEPPERS LONELY HEARTS CLUB BAND LP (PMC 7027 - STOCK MONO ORIGINAL - FOURTH PROOF). A lovely example of a stock original copy of The Beatles - Sgt Peppers Lonely Hearts Club Band (PMC 7027, stock mono original). The record (PMC 7027, -1/-1) is in Ex condition displaying a few light surface marks - the classic black/ yellow labels are crisp and clean. The sleeve ('Fourth Proof' on the inside of the gatefold) is in Ex condition with light creasing to the corners and minor staining (which will likely clean off) to the bottom right of the cover.
THE BEATLES - LET IT BE BOX (JAPANESE - AP-9009). A scarce Japanese boxed pressing of Let It Be by The Beatles (AP-9009, 1970 Limited Edition Japanese pressing on Apple. Record is sharp Ex condition. 5S/ 4S matrix. Labels are bright and clean. Sleeve with red apple on rear is in strong VG+ condition, has some light edge storage wear. Includes insert. The booklet is in wonderful Ex condition. Inner trays and outser slipcase are VG, have some tearing/ creasing).
THE BEATLES - PLEASE PLEASE ME LP (UK MONO 3RD PRESS - PMC 1202). A nice UK 3rd mono LP pressing of The Beatles debut studio album Please Please Me (PMC 1202, UK 3rd pressing on Parlophone. Black/ yellow labels with 33 1/3 logo are bright and clean. 1N/ 1N matrix. The record is in glossy VG+ condition, displays some light paper marks, nothing feelable of note. Sleeve is a first printing with Angus McBean photo credit to the far right corner of the bottom right of the cover. Sleeve is G condition, has heavy shelf wear, light edge splits and some tearing to the rear tabs).
THE BEATLES - WHITE ALBUM LP (UK STEREO - LOW NUMBER - 0010422 - COMPLETE - PCS 7067). A sought-after low-numbered top-opening UK stereo pressing of The Beatles self-titled 'White Album' (PCS 7067, UK pressing that includes all 4 picture inserts and the lyric poster. Labels all have "An EMI Recording" text. Record 1 is VG, displays numerous hairline/ light paper marks. Record 2 is VG+. Top opening gatefold sleeve with low number: 0010422 is in lovely VG+ condition, displaying only minor age-related yellowing).
An approx 26.5 X 18 cm fully signed Beatles photograph. The photograph is signed by George Harrison, John Lennon, Ringo Starr and Paul McCartney. McCartney's signature is faded and appears above his head in the picture and the signature imprint is visible in a certain light. The photo is backed to a thick card. A letter of COA from the photographer Peter Saunders who witnessed them signing the photograph in 1963 is also included.Signatures authenticated by Roger Epperson prior to this sale.
THE BEATLES - REVOLVER LP (PMC 7009 - MONO FIRST PRESS - WITHDRAWN MIX). A lovely original mono pressing of The Beatles - Revolver (PMC 7009, 606-1/ 605-2, mono original pressing with the withdrawn mix). The record is in glossy VG condition with a few hairline/ light surface marks, but nothing feelable of note. The sleeve is in VG+ condition, bright clean covers with a light crease to the cover laminate on the right side.
THE BEATLES - WHITE ALBUM LP (ORIGINAL UK MONO COPY - NUMBER 0040023). A splendid original UK mono copy of The Beatles' self-titled album, also known as The White Album. (PMC 7068, -1/-1/-1/-1, no EMI text to labels). The records are in VG+ condition displaying some light shadowing and hairlines/ scuffs. The top-loading sleeve is in VG+ condition with creasing to the bottom right corner as well as edgewear. Complete with 4 photographs, original black inserts and poster.
THE BEATLES - WHITE ALBUM LP (UK NO. 0021405 W/ PICS & POSTER - PMC 7067). An early top-opening sleeve copy of The Beatles self-titled 'White Album' No. 0011688 (PMC 7067, UK press. Includes 4 picture inserts, poster/ lyric sheet and plain spacer sheet for pictures plus original black paper inner sleeves. All labels emit the 'An EMI Recording' text. All bright and clean. The record sides are a mixtue of VG and VG+, display some hairline/ light marks. Some sides display more than others. Nothing feelable of note. The top-opening sleeve is in clean Ex condition, with only minor age-related yellowing. A great copy).
THE BEATLES - LET IT BE BOX LP w/ BOOKLET (PXS 1). An excellent copy of the Let It Be (PXS 1) boxed LP set with booklet and lesser-seen advertising/ poster sheet. LP (PCS 7096, 3U/ 2U matrix. Labels are bright and clean. Record is glossy VG+, it displays a small number of hairline/ wispy paper marks/ sleeve with green apple on the rear is in strong VG condition, displaying a couple of light creases to the front and rear laminate. The box that includes of the inner trays, not both is in nice VG+ condition. Slipcase are all in solid VG+ condition. The booklet is in clean Ex condition. Includes a promo advertising/ poster sheet).
THE BEATLES - THE COLLECTION (ORIGINAL MASTER RECORDINGS COMPLETE MFSL BOX SET - 'BC-1'). A key addition to any Beatles collection with this complete 14 x MFSL Original Master Recording LP box set. A US-only release in 1982, this is hand-numbered 13722. The records are in Ex+/ Archive condition and appear to have been played sparingly. With Geo-Disc. Complete with book which contains the certificate of limited warranty and additional insert. The outer box is in clean Ex condition showing a couple of very light and minor scuffs. The latch is in full working order.
A full set of four prints from the first run of Richard Avedon portraits of The Beatles (each approx 19 x 27"), offered by the Daily Express in 1967. Also the accompanying group shot (14.5 x 40" approx). All in F condition, good colours, rolled, clean backs, some light edgewear, storage wear most pronounced to John Lennon image.
LES BEATLES - LES BEATLES (10" - 45 900 - ORANGE LABELS). An exciting 10" LP here by Les Beatles (10", Polydor 45 900, France, 1964, orange labels). Side 1 is in strong VG condition with some surface scuffs/ hairlines, Side 2 is in G+ condition with some heavier hairline marks - some of which are feelable. Centre labels are bright and clean. The sleeve is in VG+ condition with wear to the corners and light creasing - no rips or tears.
THE BEATLES - YESTERDAY AND TODAY LP (US STEREO THIRD STATE BUTCHER SLEEVE - CAPITOL - ST-2553). A scarce, third state US stereo LP 'Butcher' sleeve copy of The Beatles album Yesterday And Today (ST-2553, 1966 US stereo pressing on Capitol Records. Rainbow rim labels without subsidiary rim text are bright and clean. The record is in glossy VG+ condition, displays some light/ hairline paper marks. Third state peeled 'Butcher' sleeve has the regular tearing to the cover, No: 5 to the left of the RIAA logo on the rear. Sleeve is VG condition).
THE BEATLES - LP COLLECTORS PACK. Another wonderful selection of 7 LPs by The Beatles. Titles include Yellow Submarine (PCSJ 7070, South African misprint LP. Track B6 incorrectly listed as "Pperland" instead of "Pepperland". Record is VG+. Has some light paper marks and would benefit from a professional clean. Comes in a UK mono og (PMMC 7070) sleeve with 2 red lines on the back cover, VG+ condition), White Album (PCS 7067, side opening sleeve No: 237799. Includes 4 picture inserts and poster. Records Ex/ sides 1 & 4 have a blue sticker on the label. Sleeve Ex, red sticker on the top right corner of the cover), Abbey Road (x2) inc (PCS 7088, misaligned apple sleeve. -2/ -1 matrix. Record VG/ sleeve VG+) & (PCS 7088, UK '78 green vinyl. VG record/ misaligned apple sleeve has been tripped down the opening edge, G+), A Hard Days Night (PMC 1230, 3N/ 3N. VG+/ Ex), Please Please Me (PMC 1202, UK 7th press. VG+/ Ex) & With The Beatles (PMC 1206, 5N/ 5N matrix. Dominion credit. VG+/ VG).
THE BEATLES - ABBEY ROAD LP (ORIGINAL UK EXPORT COPY - PARLOPHONE PPCS 7088). Extremely hard to find original Parlophone (black and yellow label design) export copy of Abbey Road. Side 1 of the record (PPCS 7088) is in VG condition with some hairlines, one of which is feelable. Side 2 is in G+ condition with a few light surface marks/ hairlines. The eye-catching black/yellow deep-grooved labels are in neat order. Matrix (machine stamped): YEX 749 A-3U & YEX 750-1. The original sleeve (with original Parlophone export sticker to the reverse possibly covering the apple) is in VG+ condition with creasing to the edges/corners and minor lifting to the laminate.
THE BEATLES - WHITE ALBUM LP (UK EXPORT COPY - PARLOPHONE - P-PCS 7067). A scarce UK export pressing of The White album by The Beatles (P-PCS 7067, 1968 stereo export pressing on Parlophone. Includes black inner sleeves, poster and 4 picture inserts. Labels are bright and clean. Matrix/ stampers: YEX 709-1 GDD 2/ 710-1 LG 4/ 711-1 PM 4/ 712-2 GOP 1. Record 1 side 1 is in G+ condition with some hairline marks, some feelable and Side 2 is in VG condition with a light feelable hairline as well as other light scuffs. Record 2 side 1 is in G+ condition with a feelable mark and side 2 is in VG condition with lighter hairlines/ scuffs. Top opening sleeve No: 0083183 is in lovely VG+ condition, covers are all bright and clean, has some minor wear to the edges).
THE BEATLES - CD BOX SETS. Another super selection of 4 x limited edition CD box sets. Titles are The Beatles In Mono (5099969945120, Worldwide edition. 13x CD set. Appears to be in Ex/ Like New condition) and The Beatles ('The Original Studio Recordings') (5099969944901, 16x CD set appearing to be the original European high quality pressing - all in Ex/ Like New condition. Slip case is VG+, has some light storage wear/ bumping).
THE BEATLES - THE COLLECTION (ORIGINAL MASTER RECORDINGS COMPLETE MFSL BOX SET - 'BC-1'). A key addition to any Beatles collection with this complete 14 x MFSL Original Master Recording LP box set. A US-only release in 1982, this is hand-numbered 7492. The records are in Ex+/ archive condition and appear to have been played sparingly. With Geo-Disc (has some light scuffs). Complete with book which contains the certificate of limited warranty and additional insert. The outer box is in clean Ex condition showing a couple of very light and minor scuffs. The latch is in fully working order.
THE BEATLES - LET IT BE BOX LP w/ BOOKLET (PXS 1). An smashing copy of the Let It Be (PXS 1) boxed LP set with booklet. LP (PCS 7096, 2U/ 2U matrix. Labels are bright and clean. Record is in glossy VG+ condition, displays a small number of hairline/ light paper marks. The sleeve with red apple on the rear is also in quality VG+ condition, glossy covers with sone minor edge creasing. The box that includes both tray inserts and outer slipcase are all in nice condition/ inner trays VG, some creasing/ corner splits. Outer slip VG+. The booklet is in quality VG+ condition. A fine copy indeed).
A pair of diamond earstuds, the round brilliant cut diamonds, estimated approx. 0.63cts each (1.26cts gross), in a three claw mount with posts stamped 950 (other marks worn), 2.6g gross, caseddiamonds each measure approx. 5.5mm diameter x 3.6mm deepcolour estimated approx. G-Hclarity estimated approx. VS1-VS2bruted even girdleminor wear consistent with age and careful wear/use although would benefit from a light clean
A sapphire and diamond ring, the oval mixed cut sapphire, surrounded by old mine cut diamonds, all claw mounted with old mine cut diamond shoulders, total weight of diamonds estimated approx. 0.98cts, with plain band stamped '18ct', size L-M, 6.7gsapphire approx. 9.95 x 6.95 x 6.45mmsmall abrasions to facet edges and small scratch across table (not eye visible)chip to culethorizontal banding visiblecouple of small areas of dark solid, some small fingerprint inclusions and silkdiamonds are bright, lively & well matchedgood clean condition with light wear consistent with careful occasional useband appears to have possible been re-sizedage indeterminant: possibly late 19th century / early 20th century
A diamond cluster ring, the central round brilliant cut diamond, estimated approx. 1.66cts, in a four claw mount and set to either side with three marquise cut diamonds, total gross weight of diamonds estimated approx. 2.20cts, all claw mounted to a plain band of unmarked white metal (tests as approx. 18ct gold), size K-L, 3.9gcentre stone - colour estimated approx. G-H / clarity estimated approx. SI - SI1centres stone - small scratch across one of the kite facets, possible natural just under one claw, even bruted girdlemarquise stones - bright, lively & well matchedfluorescence - centre stone and one of the marquise stones have medium fluorescence, others inertlight wear to band, overall good
A pair of late 19th/early 20th century Italianate enamelled earrings, the panels painted with classical scene of a temple with Latin inscription above, beside a river with cypress trees beyone, the upper sections painted with an urn on pedestal in a garden, all with closed backs of unmarked yellow metal (tests as approx. 14ct gold), approx 6.6cm long, with post for pierced ears, 16.4g grosslight wear to enamel consistent with age & careful wear but overall goodlight wear to backs with minor abrasions and old signs of metal testingone earring with small dent to rear of centre section & both have very small dent to back of lower sectionappear to have been possibly adapted &/or made up with some old joins & v.minor solder at jointsposts appear to be later additions
AFTER FRANCESCO FANELLI (1590-1653), A BRONZE FIGURE OF A REARING HORSE ITALIAN, 18TH CENTURY Now set on an 18th century Italian waisted plinth, inset with marble to the top, the sides with painted faux lapis panels 23cm high overall, the base 18 x 15.5cm Condition Report: Wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. The bronze in generally good condition- under strong light some signs of repatination. The base with losses, splits and repairs Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Potential buyers should note that condition reports are matters of opinion only, they are non-exhaustive and based solely on what can be seen to the naked eye unless otherwise specified by the cataloguer. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description. If you have physically viewed an item for which you request a report, the condition report cannot be a reason for cancelling a sale. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection.Condition Report Disclaimer
A GEORGE III MAHOGANY AND INLAID URN STAND CIRCA 1790 With a candle slide 78cm high, 40cm wide, 33cm deep Condition Report: Minor marks, knocks, scratches and abrasions commensurate with age and use. Some light fading to top. Some glue residue visible to joins at centre of stretchers. Stand in generally good, presentable order overall. Please refer to additional images for visual reference to condition. Condition Report Disclaimer
A PAIR OF ORMOLU MOUNTED BLUE PORCELAIN TEN LIGHT URN CANDELABRA FRENCH, EARLY 20TH CENTURY Scrolling tiered branches on vase bases with ram head mounts each 90.5cm high overall, base 22cm wide Provenance: From a private collection in Northamptonshire Condition Report: Wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Drilled and formerly fitted for electricity with holes to nozzles, pans, stem, through bases and to sides of bases. Gilding with surface dirt accretion- tops have lights/branches designed for use flat against a wall- ie chimney piece or similar and are not presented 'in the round' Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Potential buyers should note that condition reports are matters of opinion only, they are non-exhaustive and based solely on what can be seen to the naked eye unless otherwise specified by the cataloguer. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description. If you have physically viewed an item for which you request a report, the condition report cannot be a reason for cancelling a sale. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection. Condition Report Disclaimer
A PAIR OF FRENCH GILT BRONZE THREE LIGHT CANDLESTICKS 18TH CENTURY AND LATER The mid 18th century bases with associated slightly later tops with scrolling floral branches and flame finials 38.5cm high, bases 14.5cm diameter Condition Report: The bases with rubbed gilding and old polish deposits, the nozzles with inset later sections to allow screw threading of tops. The tops with better state of gilding but drilled for electricity Condition Report Disclaimer
A PAIR OF ORMOLU AND ROCK CRYSTAL LAMPS LATE 20TH CENTURY Each with crystal ball finial above shades, twin light fitment, hexagonal crystal stems on bases with sphinx mounts after a design by Andre Charles Boulle approximately 90cm high overall, bases 29cm wide Condition Report: Wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Some rubbing to gilding, shades spotted and age stained, one finial repaired, natural flaws to crystal ELECTRICAL GOODS. These are sold as decorative items only and if bought for use must be checked over for compliance with safety regulations by a qualified electrician before use. Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Potential buyers should note that condition reports are matters of opinion only, they are non-exhaustive and based solely on what can be seen to the naked eye unless otherwise specified by the cataloguer. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description. If you have physically viewed an item for which you request a report, the condition report cannot be a reason for cancelling a sale. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection. Condition Report Disclaimer
A PAIR OF FRENCH BRONZE AND GILT BRONZE THREE LIGHT CANDELABRA IN LOUIS XVI STYLE, LATE 19TH CENTURY After Clodion with playful children supporting three scrolling foliate branches, later electrical fitments 56cm high overall including fitments, the bases 16cm square Condition Report: Wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Drilled for electricity and with later fitments stuck into the nozzles- overall dirty- which in part hides the rubbing to patina notably to exposed front edges/parts of bronze- gilding rubbed and dirty ELECTRICAL GOODS. These are sold as decorative items only and if bought for use must be checked over for compliance with safety regulations by a qualified electrician before use. Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Potential buyers should note that condition reports are matters of opinion only, they are non-exhaustive and based solely on what can be seen to the naked eye unless otherwise specified by the cataloguer. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description. If you have physically viewed an item for which you request a report, the condition report cannot be a reason for cancelling a sale. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection. Condition Report Disclaimer
A PAIR OF ORMOLU MOUNTED MINTON PORCELAIN THREE LIGHT CANDELABRA EARLY 19TH CENTURY With Minton porcelain figures circa 1830 of seated farm boy and maiden with flowers, emblematic of fecundity and Spring, from the set of the Four Seasons, triple light frame on scrolling pierced base, figures with blue crossed sword marks 38cm high, 31cm wide Please note, the description for this lot has been revised and differs from that shown in the printed catalogue. Condition Report: Saleroom notice: Please note the current revised description which replaces the version in the printed catalogue. A PAIR OF ORMOLU MOUNTED MINTON PORCELAIN THREE LIGHT CANDELABRA EARLY 19TH CENTURY The frame in generally good condition- albeit a little dirty and with rubbing to gilding from handling and use. Porcelain- she restored from neck upwards, he with loss to edge of corn- other small losses to details Wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Potential buyers should note that condition reports are matters of opinion only, they are non-exhaustive and based solely on what can be seen to the naked eye unless otherwise specified by the cataloguer. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description. If you have physically viewed an item for which you request a report, the condition report cannot be a reason for cancelling a sale. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection.Condition Report Disclaimer
A COMPANION PAIR OF COLZA CHANDELIERS IN THE REGENCY STYLE, LATE 19TH CENTURY Comprising a four-light example of quadripartite form , and a three light similar of tripartite form, in bronzed metals with horned satyr mask mounts, hanging chains and coronas 68cm and 51cm wide respectively Condition Report: Wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Both will require complete rewiring and refitting with light fixtures and shades before use. Both with uneven wear to patinated surface Larger- lacks terminal drop, later incomplete lighting and shades Smaller- lacks shades ELECTRICAL GOODS. These are sold as decorative items only and if bought for use must be checked over for compliance with safety regulations by a qualified electrician before use. Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Potential buyers should note that condition reports are matters of opinion only, they are non-exhaustive and based solely on what can be seen to the naked eye unless otherwise specified by the cataloguer. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description. If you have physically viewed an item for which you request a report, the condition report cannot be a reason for cancelling a sale. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection. Condition Report Disclaimer
A LARGE FRENCH GILT BRONZE STANDARD THIRTEEN LIGHT CANDELABRA OR TORCHERE IN LOUIS XV STYLE, 19TH CENTURY Flared floral top with light fitment above 12 scrolling branches with floral sconces, reeded tapering stem, swept triform base 200cm high, 59cm wide across the branches Provenance: Private Collection, Wiltshire
A LARGE FRENCH ORMOLU THIRTY LIGHT CHANDELIER IN THE LOUIS XVI STYLE LATE 19TH CENTURY With scrolling floral corona above similar stem supporting stepped tier of thirty branches, now fitted for electricity approximately 105cm high, 84cm wide Condition Report: Wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Generally in good condition- one branch with slightly clumsy glue repair, some branches slightly bent out of shape and evidence of some stress faults to several arms. Electrical wiring is attached with wires- nozzles and pans are drilled. ELECTRICAL GOODS. These are sold as decorative items only and if bought for use must be checked over for compliance with safety regulations by a qualified electrician before use. Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Potential buyers should note that condition reports are matters of opinion only, they are non-exhaustive and based solely on what can be seen to the naked eye unless otherwise specified by the cataloguer. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description. If you have physically viewed an item for which you request a report, the condition report cannot be a reason for cancelling a sale. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection.Condition Report Disclaimer
A FRENCH PATINATED AND GILT BRONZE THREE LIGHT CHANDELIER IN THE EMPIRE STYLE, 19TH OR EARLY 20TH CENTURY The scrolling arms issuing from classical masks, the turned body with berry finials supported on original chains issuing from anthemion and animal mask decorated corona approximately 81cm high overall, body 35cm diameter Provenance: Kenneth Neame, London Condition Report: Wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. With some rubbing and scratches to gilded surfaces- the electrical wiring looks only partially complete and will need to be checked- and possibly refitted completely. No shades ELECTRICAL GOODS. These are sold as decorative items only and if bought for use must be checked over for compliance with safety regulations by a qualified electrician before use Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Potential buyers should note that condition reports are matters of opinion only, they are non-exhaustive and based solely on what can be seen to the naked eye unless otherwise specified by the cataloguer. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description. If you have physically viewed an item for which you request a report, the condition report cannot be a reason for cancelling a sale. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection. Condition Report Disclaimer
A PAIR OF GILT BRONZE HALL LANTERNS 19TH CENTURY AND LATER Of swept serpentine pentagonal form, frame with scrolling rocaille work around serpentine glazed insert panels, later four light fittings slight size variance, the taller example 92cm high, 47cm wide Please note, the description for this lot has been revised and differs from that shown in the printed catalogue.
A PAIR OF REGENCY PATINATED AND GILT BRONZE TWIN LIGHT CANDELABRA EARLY 19TH CENTURY Each with flambeau finial above urn body, swan handles supporting lustre hung branches each 29cm high, the bases 10.5cm wide Condition Report: Wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Formerly drilled and fitted for electricity- vacant drill holes to nozzles and sides of handles, dirty. gilding rubbed- notably to extremities such as feetGlass drops matching but possibly later and with some chips and loss Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so, and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection. Condition Report Disclaimer
CHARPENTIER & CIE, A GOOD ORMOLU AND PATINATED BRONZE FIGURAL MANTEL CLOCK GARNITURE FRENCH, CIRCA 1860-1870 Clock with case with playful cherubs above white enamel dial signed for Charpentier & Cie, Bronzier, 8, Rue Charlot, Paris, supporting similarly signed 8 day striking movement, case 57cm high, 46cm wide The garnitures as cherubs carrying seven light floral sprays in baskets, 89.5cm high The firm of Charpentier & Cie was founded by Félix Maurice Charpentier (French 1858-1924) and recorded at 8, Rue Charlot, Paris in 1860. In turn the company merged with Masion Lemerle and traded as Lemerle-Charpentier & Cie circa 1870 to 1890. The company exhibited at the Exposition Universelle of 1878 in Paris, fusing 18th century taste with the highest standards of late 19th century bronze and metal work.
A PAIR OF GEORGE III GILT AND PATINATED BRONZE AND MARBLE 'APOLLO AND DIANA' FIGURAL CANDLESTICKS BY MATTHEW BOULTON, THE DESIGN CIRCA 1778 Standing figures holding scrolling arms supporting acanthus leaf collars, Diana with moon diadem, on gilt foliate banded swept marble bases, approximately 50cm and 50.5cm high respectively Design drawings for these figural candlesticks appear as a three branch candelabra in Matthew Boulton's Pattern Book, I, p.19, and utilise the symbolism of light-bearing Sun and Moon deities. Two pairs in this design are recorded as being included in Boulton's sale held by Messrs Christie and Ansell's 'At their Great Room, Next Cumberland House, Pall Mall' on the 16 May 1778, Lots 79 and 124. One of those two lots was probably the pair sold at Christie's London, 31st October 2023, Lot 18 (£75,600) Literature: Sir Nicholas Goodison, Matthew Boulton: Ormolu, London, 2002, p.184 & 187, and figs. 131.1 & 132.1-2. Condition Report: Wear, marks, knocks and scratches as per age, handling, use, and cleaning. Both are lacking the original arms and candle nozzles, adapted as lamp bases and drilled for electricity. One hole to base would have been for original candelabra- the other is later presumably for a lamp base- additional holes drilled to base sides Please see additional images for visual references to condition which form part of this condition report. All lots are available for inspection and Condition Reports are available on request. However, all lots are of an age and type which means that they may not be in perfect condition and should be viewed by prospective bidders; please refer to Condition 6 of the Conditions of Business for Buyers. This is particularly true for garden related items. All lots are offered for sale "as viewed" and subject to the applicable Conditions of Business for Buyer's condition, which are set out in the sale catalogue and are available on request. Potential buyers should note that condition reports are matters of opinion only, they are non-exhaustive and based solely on what can be seen to the naked eye unless otherwise specified by the cataloguer. We must advise you that we are not professional restorers or conservators and we do not provide any guarantee or warranty as to a lot's condition. Accordingly, it is recommended that prospective buyers inspect lots or have their advisors do so and satisfy themselves as to condition and accuracy of description. If you have physically viewed an item for which you request a report, the condition report cannot be a reason for cancelling a sale. Buyers are reminded that liability for loss and damage transfers to the buyer from the fall of the hammer. Whilst the majority of lots will remain in their location until collected, we can accept no responsibility for any damage which may occur, even in the event of Dreweatts staff assisting carriers during collection.Condition Report Disclaimer
A REGENCY PLASTER FIGURAL LIGHT BY ROBERT SHOUT EARLY 19TH CENTURY Female figure in classical dress, right hand holding light aloft, incised inscription to reverse of plinth 'Publ 4th June 1818 by R. Shout, 18 Holborn London', also inscribed to dress to her back, now set on Regency style painted plinth the figure 94.5cm high (including shade), 164cm high overall Robert Shout and his father Benjamin worked together at their Holborn premises from the late 1770s to the 1820s and were recorded in Holden's London Directory (1806, 1807) as "statuaries, masons and plaster figure makers" and were noted for their production of "bronz'd" goods.
Y A FINE AND RARE PAIR OF GEORGE III SATINWOOD COMMODES PROBABLY BY SEDDON, SONS & SHACKLETON, CIRCA 1790 Each cross-banded overall in Amaranth, the breakfront D-shaped tops above a panelled frieze fitted with a drawer, above oval-panelled doors decorated with a group apple picking and the other of a shepherdess, enclosing a shelf, on taper-hermed supports, the gilt brass handles original each 83cm high, 81cm wide, 35.5cm deep Provenance: Acquired from Jeremy Ltd, London, April 1978 Thence sold at Christie's, London, Important English Furniture, The Collection of The Late W.N, Rumball Esq., 28th Nov 2002, Lot 65 (£50,190) These exceptional commodes, veneered in beautifully figured West Indian Satinwood, have indented and rounded columnar corners, in the French manner introduced to the Prince of Wales' Carlton House mansion in the 1780s, and illustrated in Thomas Sheraton's, The Cabinet and Upholsterer's Drawing Book, 1793. In his Appendix (plate IV) discussing pier tables 'for ornaments under a glass', he notes 'they are generally made very light, and the style of finishing them is rich and elegant. Sometimes the tops are solid marble, but most commonly veneered in rich satin, or other valuable woods, with a cross-band on the outside'. A satinwood and painted cabinet with similar French corners and taper-hermed legs, has been attributed to Messrs. Seddon, Sons & Shackleton (C. Gilbert, 'Seddon, Sons & Shackleton', Furniture History, 1997, fig. 27). The engravings on the offered lot depict attractive scenes of rural life, such as featured in the paintings of James Ward, R.A. ( 1769-1859). Condition Report: Both with the marks, knocks, scratches and abrasions commensurate with age and use. The expected old chips and splits. Both in generally good order overall.Some minor old veneer repairs - see images Four keys present and operate all locks. Lock to one door is an old replacement. Some old but later strips of table to cracks across backboards. Painted roundels with the expected wear and fading. There are some possible areas of old re-touching to paint. Please refer to additional images for visual reference to condition. Condition Report Disclaimer
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