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Click here to subscribeDutch School (19th/20th century) Scene with figures skating Unsigned, oil on panel.24.5cm x 19cm (9.5in x 7.5in)The painting is in good, restored condition. Under UV light there is evidence of cleaning. The varnish has yellowed in areas across the painting and the surface is a little grubby. The painting is ornately framed but not glazed. The frame has some minor scuffs and knocks commensurate with age.
George III sideboard George III mahogany serpentine front sideboard, top crossbanded in satinwood with boxwood and ebony string, central bow-fronted drawer flanked by two deep drawers, each with original ring pull handles and brass locks all standing on square section tapering legs with spade foot.width 180cm (71"), depth 80cm (31"), height 92cm (36")Top of shrinkage crack mark, light surface scratching, few localised areas with veneers missing to drawers (see photographs).
Regency Mahogany Occasional Table Early 19th century regency mahogany occasional table, rectangular top with a single drawer to each end, turned pedestal, standing on four hipped and reeded swept legs, with brass paw foot castors76.5cm wide, 50.5cm deep, 72.5cm highGood overall condition, some light scratching to the top surface.
Herbert Moxon Cook (British 1844-1928) Coastal view with figure and boats Signed and dated 1886, watercolour.38cm x 54.5cm (15in x 21.5in)The painting is in good, original condition. There is some light yellowing across the sheet with some minor spots of foxing. The painting is ornately framed and glazed. The frame has some minor knocks and losses.
John Frederick Tennant (British 1796-1872) "Llangollen Headland" Unsigned, attributed on label verso, oil on canvas.44cm x 67.5cm (17.25in x 26.5in)The painting is in good, restored condition. The painting has been re-lined. Under UV light there is evidence of cleaning and overpainting. There is some minor craquelure across the surface of the painting. The painting is ornately framed and glazed. The frame has some minor scuffs and knocks commensurate with age.
French Louis XV Style Kingwood Kidney Shaped Occasional Table 19th century French Louis XV style kingwood kidney shaped two tier side or occasional table, pierced brass gallery to the top with floral marquetry surrounded by cross-banding, frieze with marquetry panels and a single drawer, on fluted supports, united by an agricultural inlaid and cross-banded undershelf, raised on cabriole legs all with gilt metal mounts and sabot feet69cm wide, 43cm deep, 77cm wideGood overall condition with some light scratching commensurate with age
Edward Holmes (British 1841-1891) "Feeding the Ducks" Signed and dated 1878, titled on the mount, oil on canvas.49.5cm x 75cm (19.5in x 29.5in)The painting is in good, restored condition. The painting has been re-lined. Under UV light there is evidence of cleaning and overpainting. There is some minor cracking in areas across the painting. The painting is ornately framed and glazed. The frame has some minor scuffs and knocks commensurate with age.
T.M. Richardson Junior (British 1813-1890) "Highland Homes" Initialled and dated 1887, titled on the mount, watercolour and pencil.12cm x 16.5cm (4.75in x 6.5in)The painting is in very good, original condition. There is some very light time staining and browning around the edges of the paper near the mount board. There are one or two spots of foxing across the mount board. The painting is ornately framed and glazed.
Art Nouveau Occasional Table Edwardian mahogany art nouveau occasional table, whiplash shaped top standing on four tapering square section legs with floral marquetry to the top of each, undertier shelf below.71cm wide,, 43cm deep, 71cm highOverall in good condition, some marks and light scratching to table top.
Edwardian Mahogany Stained Glass Display Cabinet Edwardian mahogany bow-fronted display cabinet, shaped gallery with bevelled oval mirror and floral marquetry above a stained and leaded glass door, enclosing a lined interior with two fixed shelves, raised on four tapering legs with spade feet 61cm wide, 36cm deep, 138cm highGlass in good order, some marks and light scratching to the top surface. Mirror in good order, lined interior with sun bleaching and staining.
Sir Alfred East R.A., R.I., P.R.B.A., R.E. (British 1849-1913) "The Landing Steps" Signed, titled on exhibition label - 'The Fine Art Society Ltd, London, Memorial Exhibition, 1918' verso, watercolour.50cm x 67.5cm (19.75in x 26.5in)The painting is in good, original condition. There are some spots of foxing and areas of light time staining and yellowing across the paper. The painting is ornately framed and glazed. The frame has some minor scuffs and knocks commensurate with age.
Edwardian Mahogany Display Cabinet Edwardian mahogany display cabinet, outlined with stringing and satinwood cross-banding throughout, moulded cornice over two astragal glazed doors opening to reveal a fabric lined interior with two fixed shelves, two short frieze drawers with brass bail handles, shaped apron, raised on tapering square section legs with spade feet91cm wide, 38cm deep, 167.5cm highGood overall condition, withs some surface scratching and light wear to the legs.
Follower of Henri-Théodore Fantin-Latour (French 1836-1904) Roses Bears initials and date '80, oil on canvas.32cm x 21.5cm (12.5in x 8.5in)The painting is in good, restored condition. The painting has been re-lined. Under UV light there is evidence of cleaning. The painting is ornately framed but not glazed. The frame has some minor scuffs and knocks commensurate with age.
J. McIntyre (British 19th century) Male portrait Unsigned, with artist's label on verso, oil on board.60cm x 45.5cm (23.5in x 18in)The painting is in good, restored condition. Under UV light there is evidence of cleaning and overpainting. There is minor craquelure and cracking across the surface of the painting with some resultant flecks of paint loss. The painting is ornately framed but not glazed. The frame has some knocks and losses.
English School (19th century) Portrait of a standing chestnut horse and a girl Unsigned, oil on canvas.44.5cm x 59.5cm (17.5in x 23.5in)The painting is in good, restored condition. The painting has been re-lined. Under UV light there is evidence of cleaning and overpainting. The varnish has yellowed in areas and there is craquelure across the surface of the painting. The painting is ornately framed but not glazed. The frame has some minor scuffs and knocks commensurate with age.
British School (19th century) Coastal view with figures and various shipping Unsigned, oil on board.20cm x 45cm (7.75in x 17.75in)The painting is in good, original condition. The thickly applied varnish has browned in areas across the painting. There are one or two light surface scratches in the upper right-hand corner of the painting. The painting is ornately framed but not glazed. The frame has some minor scuffs and knocks commensurate with age.
D.A. Hudd (British 19th/20th century) "On the Thames Embankment" Initialled and dated '04, titled on the mount, watercolour.23.5cm x 33.5cm (9.25in x 13.25in)The painting is in very good, original condition. There are some areas of light time staining and browning across the paper. The painting is framed and glazed. The frame has some minor scuffs and knocks commensurate with age.
British School (19th century) Portraits of John and Margaret McEwan Unsigned, oil on canvas (2).each 90cm x 70cm (35.5in x 27.5in)Qty: 2The paintings are both in good, restored condition. The paintings have both been re-lined. Under UV light there is evidence of cleaning and overpainting. There is extensive craquelure across the paintings and some minor surface scratches and scuffs. The paintings are both ornately framed but not glazed. The frames have some minor scuffs and knocks commensurate with age.
H. Alkens (19th century) Figures skating at sunset Unsigned, oil on board.22.5cm x 30cm (8.75in x 11.75in)The painting is in good, restored condition. Under UV light there is evidence of cleaning and overpainting. The varnish has yellowed universally and there is some minor craquelure and cracking around the edges of the board. The painting is ornately framed but not glazed.
Herbert St. John Jones (British 1872-1939) "Old High Street, Nantwich, about 1889-1892" Signed, titled and extensively inscribed with all the shops featured on verso, oil on canvas.45cm x 60cm (17.75in x 23.75in)The painting is in good, restored condition. Under UV light there is evidence of cleaning and overpainting. The painting is ornately framed but not glazed.
Frank Hider (British 1861-1933) Rural sunset with church and figure Signed and dated 1890, oil on canvas.18.5cm x 29cm (7.25in x 11.25in)The painting is in good, restored condition. The painting has been re-lined. Under UV light there is evidence of cleaning and overpainting. There is craquelure across the surface of the painting. The painting is ornately reframed but not glazed. The frame has the odd minor knock and loss commensurate with age.
James Hey Davies R.C.A. (British 1844-1930) Rural lane with cottage and chickens Signed and dated 1905, oil on canvas.49.5cm x 75cm (19.5in x 29.5in)The painting is in good, restored condition. The painting has been re-lined. Under UV light there is evidence of cleaning and overpainting. There is minor craquelure across the surface of the painting. The painting is ornately reframed but not glazed. The frame has some minor scuffs and knocks commensurate with age.
Edward Holmes (British 1841-1891) "A Day on the Moors" Unsigned, titled on gallery label - 'The Barn Gallery, Worcester' verso, oil on canvas.49.5cm x 75cm (19.5in x 29.5in)The painting is in good, restored condition. The painting has been re-lined. Under UV light there is evidence of cleaning and overpainting. There is craquelure across the surface of the painting. The painting is ornately framed but not glazed. The frame has some minor scuffs and knocks commensurate with age.
Thomas Sidney Cooper RA (1803-1902) Cattle and sheep on a riverbank Signed and dated 1881, oil on canvas.73.5cm x 119.5cm (29in x 47in)The painting is in good, restored condition. The painting has been re-lined. Under UV light there is evidence of cleaning and overpainting. There are some minor surface scratches, scuffs and splashes across the painting. The painting is ornately framed but not glazed. The original gilt swept frame has the odd minor knock and loss commensurate with age.
Herbert Thomas Dicksee (British 1862-1942) "The Last Furrow" Signed in pencil in the margin, etching.30cm x 59cm (11.75in x 23.25in)The print is in good, original condition. The paper has browned universally across the sheet and there are some minor spots of foxing and light creases in the margins. The print is framed and glazed. The frame has some minor scuffs and knocks commensurate with age.
A GROUP OF FIVE SCENT AND SNUFF BOTTLES comprising: A floral decorated porcelain scent bottle, with a cork lined plated screw top and collar, c. 1900, 9cm high; A German Lattacino / Zanfirico glass snuff bottle with a metal mounted cork stopper, the body decorated with fine latticino/zanfirico spirals in white and red, 8.75cm high; a phial-form glass scent bottle with hinged brass patterned top, the textured clear glass body cased over streaky white and pink, c. 1900, probably Bohemian, 12cm long; a ruby flashed and engraved glass souvenir scent bottle, with a hinged brass top, and glass stopper the round body with bevelled edge, engraved to the front with a flower and leaf spray above the words "Souvenir de Bade" (souvenir of Baden-Württemberg), the back clear to allow light, c. 1880, 5.5cm high; and an enamelled opaline milk glass scent bottle with a cork lined brass screw top, the satin finish body enamelled with a delicate flower and leaf spray in coral tones, c. 1890, 7.5cm high (6)Provenance: The Richard Hoppé Collection
MINTON & CO: AN EMBOSSED GOTHIC REVIVAL MAJOLICA TILE possibly designed by A.W. Pugin, in rich colour tones, with a central architectural motif within an outline cartouche, the design enhanced with patterned corners, 18cm x 18cm; together with a similar gothic revival majolica tile in yellow, orange and light salmon featuring an ornate Gothic Revival design, 17.5cm x 17.5cm; an Aesthetic Movement majolica tile by Tamar & Coalville in brown tones featuring designs in the Aesthetic taste, 18cm x 18cm; and a 1960s H & R Johnson 'Vittorio' tile in vibrant red with a mottled green on black foliate design, 20.3cm x 20.3cm (4)Provenance: The Richard Hoppé Collection
925 ARTICULATED SUNFACE PENDANT The circular pendant with embossed Rays and a central face in raised relief with movable articulated arms and legs, the pendant with a working unmarked silver coloured metal chain, pendant disc diameter 2cm approx. width including arm length 3cm, length including leg length 2.8cm ( excluding bale length on both) weight excluding chain 4.7g Condition Report : Very good, no issues with movable limbs, would benefit from a light clean Condition reports are offered as a guide only and we highly recommend inspecting (where possible) any lot to satisfy yourself as to its condition.
VERTEX:- A 9CT GOLD CASED VERTEX OPEN FACED POCKET WATCH The signed white enamel dial with black Arabic numerals, cathedral batons and sub dial, the plain rear case hallmarked for Birmingham, date letter S, maker ALD, movement case cannot be removed. Currently not working (manual wind), rear case measurement 5cm, total weight 81g approx Condition Report : Light wear to gold case Condition reports are offered as a guide only and we highly recommend inspecting (where possible) any lot to satisfy yourself as to its condition.
POSTCARDS - ASSORTED Approximately 260 cards, comprising real photographic views of Somerset Court (by Charles Pearson); Ryde Esplanade, Isle of Wight; School Road, Coddenham (Lee's Series); Pitch Hill, Cranleigh; Powerstock; and military and other family portraits; with printed views of The Free Library, Bridgwater; a Great War woven silk Somerset Light Infantry regimental; and others, (album).
Breitling - An 18ct Chronomat automatic chronograph gentleman's wristwatch. Ref. K13352, serial no. 452xxx, no. 372, circa 2006, the signed 30mm white dial with three subsidiary dials and date aperture, with tachymetre scale, the case with rotating bezel, original brown leather strap with 18ct Breitling deployment clasp, case width 43mm, original box and papers, purchased from Michael Spiers, Truro 04/01/06.Please see extra images of documentation. Working order. Light scratches to the watch case but generally very good condition.
A 9ct rose gold open face crown wind pocket watch. The 42mm white enamel dial with black Roman numerals and subsidiary seconds dial, unsigned 15 jewel lever movement, the case and inner cover hallmarked 1929, 92.7g.Winds and runs. The dial is in good condition. Light scratches to the case but no dents or evidence of any erasing of dedications or engraving.
A Rotary Chronospeed gentleman's quartz wrist watch. With 38mm cream dial, leather strap, box; together with a Citizen quartz gold plated gentleman's wrist watch.The Rotary watch isn't running. Very light wear with minimal scratches to the case. The citizen quartz isn't running. Wear to the gold plating on the lugs and on the strap. Gold plating flaking off on the sides of the case with green metal discolouration showing through.
A Chanel black quilted lambskin single flap wallet shoulder bag. Circa 1997-99, gold-tone hardware, burgundy leather interior, serial sticker 536xxxx, care booklet and authenticity card, width 22cm, height 17cm.This bag is in extremely good used condition. Some light surface marks to the front and on the flap (see online images). There is a scratch at the top of the bag. The corners are good. No deep creases. Some light scratches within the flap. Hardware with light scratches, mainly on the button.
An 18ct gold open face crown wind fob pocket watch in a silver mounted travel case. The unsigned 30mm white enamel dial with Roman numerals, unsigned lever movement, the case and inner cover stamped 18K, engraved monogram, 46g; the silver mounted fob travel case hallmarked London 1918.Runs when moved but doesn't wind. The dial has hairline cracks from the centre hands. The case is generally good with some light scratches. Case diameter 38mm
An Omega Seamaster Professional Planet Ocean co-axial chronometer gentleman's bracelet wristwatch. Ref: 21530442103001, watch No.88056371, Cal. no. 8900, with a blue 30mm signed dial with date aperture at 3 o'clock, quarter Arabic numerals, luminous baton markers, luminous hands and orange tipped centre seconds, blue rotating bezel, automatic movement, pressure release valve, visible crystal back, case dia.45mm, on Omega steel bracelet with integral deployment clasp, original box, warranty and certificates dated 3/7/18.Case width including crown 48mm. Diameter 42mm without the crown. Made in 2018. Extremely good used condition with minimal wear. A few light scratches to the clasp (see images) Comes with two extra links. Some very minor scratches on the case edges. No service history. See images of paperwork now online.
An early 20th century 9ct gold cup and cover, mark of the Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Company Ltd., London 1938, the plain cup of campana form, raised on four decorative supports, tapering column and circular pedestal foot, the foot engraved NOEL MURLESS 1971, the fully marked friction fitting domed cover topped with decorative finial, engraved around the rim HILL COMMAND HILL CIRCUS SHINING HILL SHADY FELLOW CALIFORNIA HILL, 7cm diameter, 21cm high, 278gProvenance: From the estate of the late Julie Cecil (1942-2022)Sir Charles Francis Noel Murless (24 March 1910 – 9 May 1987) was one of the most successful English racehorse trainers of the twentieth century and the father of Julie Murless, later to become Julie Cecil.Overall in good condition with no obvious sign of damage or repair. Some light surface scratching as to expected and commensurate with use. Cover a good and tight fit. A very minor nick to the rim of the bowl. Engraving and hallmarks clear and readable. Stands well on a flat surface with no wobble. Some minor staining to the underside.
A (probably) late 19th century silver plated 3 light candelabra, apparently unmarked, circular loaded base with applied shell and scroll decoration, pear shaped and knopped column supporting three reeded and leaf capped branches each terminating in campana shaped sconce with removable decorated wax pan, the centre with a removable foliate finial, 45cm diameter across the branches, 53cm high,Provenance: From the estate of the late Barry Lock (1934-2021)
A Victorian silver plated candlestick converted to a table lamp, mark of Walker & Hall, circa 1892, in the Neoclassical style, loaded square base with beaded border and decorated with swags, tapered reeded square column, urn shaped upper and circular floral top, presented with a cream coloured shade, 18 x 18cm at the base, 47cm to the light fittingProvenance: From the estate of the late Julie Cecil (1942-2022)
A George III silver two handled cup and cover, mark of Solomon Hougham, London 1800, of traditional urn shape, lobed lower, the upper with an engraved foliate band around two cartouches, one with an engraving of Magdalen hospital, London, the other engraved TO JAMES SIMPSON ESQ. A SMALL TOKEN OF THE HIGH SENSE WHICH THE GOVERNORS OF THE MAGDALEN HOSPITAL ENTERTAIN OF THE ATTENTION AND ABILITIES WITH WHICH HE HATH GRATUITOUSLY DISCHARGED THE DUTIES OF ONE OF THE SURGEONS OF THIS HOSPITAL ANNUAL GENERAL COURT 1800, 2 reeded and leaf capped scroll handles, fully marked friction fitting domed cover decorated with a similar engraved foliate band and topped with an artichoke finial, gilded interior, raised on a bright cut engraved short pedestal foot, 24cm over the handles, 34cm high, 37.2oztProvenance: From the estate of the late Barry Lock (1934-2021)Magdalen hospital opened on 10th August 1758 as a safe place for 'fallen girls and women' in 18th century London, where they could be 'rehabilitated and resume a good and honest life'. By its 10th anniversary, some 1,036 women had been admitted. To correct and to train rather than to punish seemed to be the order of the day, and although it was not a surgical hospital, doctors and surgeons from nearby hospitals could be called upon if required. The hospital adapted to change over the years and finally closed its doors in 1966. James Simpson held the title of Honorary Surgeon at Magdalen from 1783 to 1805.Overall in good condition with no obvious sign of damage or repair. Some light surface scratches, as to be expected and commensurate with age. Hallmarks a little worn but the engraving and decoration are clear and crisp. fully marked cover a good fit. Some very, very minor nicks to the rim of the cover. Interior gilding in good condition.
A George IV silver gilt oversized goblet, mark of William Eaton, London 1823, of campana form, lower lavishly decorated with repoussé foliage over a textured ground, upper with a band of similar decoration, centre engraved RICHARD PLANTAGENET CAMPBELL NUGENT CHANDOS GRENVILLE TEMPLE BORN 10TH SEPT. 1823, between the arms of GRENVILLE accollé with CAMPBELL, together with the arms of GRENVILLE and crests of GRENVILLE, BRYDGES, CHANDOS, NUGENT and TEMPLE, raised on a pierced and foliate decorated pedestal foot, 14cm diameter at the rim, 17cm high, 25oztProvenance: From the estate of the late Barry Lock (1934-2021)The armorial bearings commemorate the marriage of Richard Plantagenet Temple-Nugent-Brydges-Chandos-Grenville, Marquess of Chandos (1797 - 1861) and Lady Mary Campbell (1795 - 1862). Richard and Mary were married at the Parish Church of St George, Hanover Square, Westminster, Middlesex on the 13th May 1819. Richard was the only son of Richard Nugent-Temple-Grenville, the 1st Duke of Buckingham and Chandos and his wife, Lady Anna Eliza Brydges, de jure Lady Kinloss, daughter and sole heiress of James Brydges, 3rd and last Duke of Chandos and his second wife, Anne Eliza Gamon, whilst Mary was the second daughter of John Campbell, the 1st Marquess of Breadalbane and his wife, Mary Turner Gavin.This goblet celebrates the birth of their son, Richard Plantagenet Campbell Temple-Nugent-Brydges-Chandos-Grenville (1823 - 1889). From his birth until 1839, Richard was commonly known by the courtesy title of Earl Temple. Overall in good condition with no obvious sign of damage or repair. Some light surface scratches, as to be expected and commensurate with age. Hallmark a little worn, but the engraving is clear and readable. Stands well on a flat surface with no wobble. Interior rather stained.
A Victorian Britannia silver 'lighthouse' style caster together with a Sterling silver example, both London marked, 1896, and in the Georgian style, each body with twisted fluting, bayonet fitting cover with decorative piercing, the larger, 17cm high, with mark of Charles Stuart Harris, 7.8ozt; the smaller, 12cm high with mark of Josiah Williams & Co. (George Maudsley Jackson), 3.1ozt (2)Larger example: Overall in good condition with no obvious signs of damage or repair. Some light surface scratches as to be expected and commensurate with use. Bayonet fitting positive. Hallmarks clear and readable. A very minor wobble when on a flat surface.Smaller example: Overall in fair to good condition with no obvious signs of repair. Some light surface scratches as to be expected and commensurate with use. Cover a little loose and the locating lugs bent out a little with the result that the cover can be removed without the need to twist first. Hallmarks clear and readable. A very minor wobble when on a flat surface.
An Edward VII silver metamorphic 5 light candelabra, mark of Hawksworth, Eyre & Co. Ltd., Sheffield 1906, the filled hexagonal shaped facetted base with presentation engraving, tapering hexagonal double knopped column, facetted sconce and part marked removable wax pan, detachable top section comprising four double scroll arms each terminating in a matching sconce and wax pan, and a short centre column supporting the fifth sconce, 40cm total height, 40cm span, 34.2ozt weighable silver
An Elizabeth II silver candlestick converted to a table lamp, mark of Mappin & Webb, Sheffield 1994, loaded square stepped base with beaded borders and Corinthian column, presented with a blue coloured pleated shade, 10 x 10cm at the base, 23cm to the light fittingProvenance: From the estate of the late Barry Lock (1934-2021)Overall in good condition with no obvious sign of damage or repair. Some surface scratches commensurate with use. Hallmarks clear and crisp. Stands on a flat surface without wobble. Some minor wear to the felt underside. Would greatly benefit from a clean and polish.The electrics have not been tested, and you should consult a qualified electrician to confirm its safety before use.
A pair of Elizabeth II silver two light metamorphic candelabra, mark of William Comyns & Sons Ltd., (Richard Comyns), London 1962/3, each with circular filled and stepped base and double knopped column, fully marked removable twin branch addition each terminating in a spool sconce with integral wax pan, 26.5cm across the branches, 27cm high, 20.2ozt weighable silverOverall in good condition with no obvious sign of damage or repair. Some minor surface scratching and very minor bruising as to be expected and commensurate with use. Branches a good fit to the sticks. One branch a little bent, but not obviously so. Hallmarks clear and crisp. A little staining to the undersides of both, probably polish residue.
An Elizabeth II silver table cigar box, mark of Asprey, London 1971, of rectangular form, the sides with hobnail engine turned decoration, part marked piano hinged plain and flat topped cover engraved with four racehorses, and below JOCKEY CLUB CUP - NEWMARKET 12TH OCTOBER 1972 MR. C.A.B. St GEORGE'S IRVINE TRAINER: H.CECIL JOCKEY: L.PIGGOTT, interior with cedar wood lining and two dividers, 24 x 13cm, 6.5cm high, stamped to the underside ASPREY LONDONProvenance: From the estate of the late Julie Cecil (1942-2022)The Jockey Club Cup was established in 1873 as a flat horse race, open to thoroughbreds aged 3 years and over, held at Newmarket and contested over 2 ¼ miles. The distance was shortened to 1½ miles in 1959 and then extended to its current length of 1 mile, 7 furlongs and 209 yards in 1963. The event was given Group 3 status in 1971 and upgraded to Group 2 in 2014. In 2011, the race was moved from Newmarket to Ascot and renamed the British Champions Long Distance Cup, forming part of the British Champions Day scheduled to take place every October.In October 1972, the winning horse was ‘Irvine’, owned by Charles St George, ridden by Lester Piggott and trained by Henry Cecil. Overall in good condition with no obvious sign of repair. Some minor surface scratches and knocks as to be expected through use. Hinge does not appear strained, and the cover opens and closes satisfactorily. Engraving to the cover clear and crisp. Two or three minor dents to the right-hand side of the cover, more obvious in reflected light. Some more obvious scratching to the back over the engine turning. Hallmarks clear and crisp. Interior in good condition with two dividers present.
§ An Elizabeth II silver commemorative goblet, mark of Stuart Devlin, London 1981, 'The Royal Wedding Goblet', triangular shaped bowl with gilded interior, gilt Prince of Wales feathers stem with crown embellishment, pedestal foot engraved HRH THE PRINCE OF WALES. LADY DIANA SPENCER. 29 JULY 1981, 19cm high, 10.9ozt, number 84 of a limited edition of 950, and presented in the original fitted box with certificate and information cardProvenance: From the estate of the late Barry Lock (1934-2021)Australian silversmith, jeweller and designer, Stuart Devlin, ranks as one of the great contemporary gold and silver smiths and has been acclaimed by the Worshipful Company of Goldsmiths as the designer with ‘the Midas touch’.Devlin was made a freeman of the Goldsmiths’ Company by special grant in 1966 and elected a liveryman in 1972. In 1980, he was made a Companion of the Order of St Michael and St George ‘for services to the art of design’ and in 1982 was granted the Royal Warrant of Appointment as Goldsmith and Jeweller to Queen Elizabeth II. He was Prime Warden of the Goldsmiths' Company 1996 – 1997.In 2011, the Australia Day Foundation honoured Devlin as 'The greatest living goldsmith of his generation'. Later in that year, his wife, Carole, and sister-in-law, Victoria Kate Simkin, started to assemble his archive. It became the basis for a book which was published in 2018 shortly before he died.Overall in good condition with no obvious sign of damage or repair. Some very light surface scratches, as so be expected and commensurate with use. Hallmarks and engraving clear and crisp.
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