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Click here to subscribeWilliam Woollett (1735-1785). Cicero at his Villa. Etching and engraving after Richard Wilson. Published 1778 by W. Woollett. Light central staining and signs of handling. 44 x 56cm. Together with another by Michael Angelo Rooker Temple of Peace. Engraving after Richard Wilson, published 1776 by John Boydell. Plate size 18 x 26cm. (2)
For The British Council, Gawain and the Green Knight (JRR Tolkein), ill, Paul Birkbeck 1939-2019, Gawain showing the green belt to King Arthur and Queen Guinevere, 27 x 37 cms. not signed, 1984ABOUT PAUL BIRKBECK; an appreciation, written by one of his daughters and published in the Guardian following his death."My father, Paul Birkbeck, who has died aged 80, was an artist and illustrator whose work is familiar to those of a certain generation brought up on BBC childrens TV programmes such as Crystal Tipps and Alistair, Play School and Jackanory. His distinctive style and keen eye for detail ensured that he became one of the BBCs most-used artists through the 1970s and 80s.Born in Woolwich, south-east London, Paul attended Brighton College and Epsom School ofArt. After completing his national service, he also became the banjo player for the Dedicated Men Jugband, who signed to Pye Records in 1965. The bands single, Boodle Am Shake, did not trouble the charts but Paul soon began designing sleeves for Decca Records.In 1965 working with BBC childrens TV he became a prolific illustrator for its programmes. For Jackanory he illustrated 14 stories, including A Dog So Small (read by Judi Dench) and Peter Pan, (some in this sale), as well as the BBC Sunday afternoon Bible stories series In the Beginning.His work for Jackanory continued for many years. He created the memorable opening titles for The Vikings in 1980, presented by Magnus Magnusson, and the iconic Miss Marple series, starring Joan Hickson. Paul also drew the backgrounds for the ground-breaking TV series Jane, starring Glynis Barber, which mixed cartoon backgrounds with live actors and was based on the 1940s comic strip of the same name. (some in this sale).In 1991, as well as supplying illustrations, he was in front of the camera playing himself each week in the BBCs six-part childrens TV history programme Now Then, an educational show that cleverly brought our ancestors to life.Paul taught illustration at Leicester Polytechnic, Epsom College and the Royal College of Art, but continued to work in TV, including delivering the titles for the Stanley Baxter Show on Channel 4. He branched out into book illustration with Salman Rushdies 1990 childrens fairy tale Haroun and the Sea of Stories, for which his lavish pictures were much lauded, not least by Rushdie. My father spent the latter part of his life on personal commissions. His work appeared at the Keith Chapman Gallery, London, in Royal Academy summer shows and Sunday Times watercolour exhibitions between 2003 and 2008, and in the Mall Galleries Discerning Eye exhibitions.PROVENANCE The artworks in this sale have been consigned by his family.NOTES: The pictures in this sale were prepared in various mediums often used by the artist and often in conjunction with one another, including, pen and ink, crayon, water-colour, gouache, pastel, and oil and acrylic paints on card or on paper. The auctioneers acknowledge the help of his family in cataloguing this collection, and where-ever known each picture has been listed under its broadcast designation. but the vendors do not guarantee that all attributions in this respect are correct. The family do however guarantee that the pictures, both signed and unsigned are the work of Paul Birkbeck. . All sizes are approximate. Condition Report: generally very good condition, with some light creasing and spotting to reverse
Two pearl strands and pearl earrings, peach, white and pink cultured pearl strand, with a gold plated silver clasp,strung with knots between, pearl diameter 11 X 10 mm, strand length 46 cm , with a graduated light pink pearl strand, with a 9 ct gold clasp, strand length 46 cm, with a pair of pearl earrings, with a paste stone, earring measurements 12.6 X 8 mm, with post and butterfly fitting, in silver, in a boxCondition Report: Pearls display good lustreEarrings suitable for pierced earsClasps work well
Plasterwork arch. Nasrid culture, Hispano-Muslim, 14th century.Plaster.Measurements: 92 x 74 x 6 cm.Nasrid plasterwork arch. It is made up of the decorative elements characteristic of Nasrid art: epigraphic texts, geometrical loops and ataurique (highly synthesized vegetal and floral elements). The three elements are intertwined in an openwork design in the form of a cresting, supported by a slightly pointed or pointed arch, which is also decorated with synthetic vegetal fretwork. One of the most recognized techniques of Nasrid architecture is plasterwork, the best examples of which can be found in the palaces of the Alhambra. The basic ingredient of plasterwork is gypsum in two variations: used for direct carving or white gypsum for casting. Substances such as salts or animal glues were added to the mortars to slow down the setting process, allowing direct carving. In the Nasrid period, casting with molds was introduced, using a local, orange-colored clay as a release agent, a very characteristic technical feature of Nasrid plasterwork. Once the different plasterwork panels were attached to the wall by means of mortars and nails. The entire facing was covered with a layer of white primer, thus hiding joints and remains of the release agent and unifying the whole. Nasrid masons had a tendency to play with light and color effects in their designs. Some surfaces were left white, while others were profusely polychromed using pigments of great quality and variety. Nasrid plasterwork is present in most of the Alhambra Palace, covering walls, arches, domes and ceilings with intricate decorations and rich colors.
Doctor Who Interest. ( 2 ) Items In Total. Comprises 1/ Doctor Who - Spin and Fly Tardis, Highlights are Authentic Sound and Light, Designer for 3.75 Scale Figures, Take off and Landing light and Sound FX, Sprint Loaded Doors. 2/ Doctor Who Tardis Projection Alarm Clock, Features Project the Time on your Ceiling, Lights and Sounds, Please See Photos.
Photography Interest - Large Quantity of Photographic Equipment, including: Multiblitz 'Trooper' Mini Spotlight Studio 202, Logan 3-Step Oval/Circle mat cutter, Portaflash Studio Lighting System, Tokina VL-2010 Flash Light Adaptor, Starblitz 1000 Auto Macro-Lite, pack Bronica Polaroid Land Film, Epsom Picture Mate Photo Cartridge T557, Nikon SA-21 Strip Film Adapter, Cepo Mounting Press 8002, and Minolta Macro Stand AB III.
Ladies Burberry Watch. The Watch has the Classic Leather Design Strap, The Length Is Approx 9 Inches long. Comes with Full Packaging - Includes the Burberry Light Colour Gold Outer Box and Inner Box, Tags, & Full Instructions Booklet. Tags Still Attached. Watch Strap Colour - Cream, Silver / Light Grey. The Face Features Sapphire Crystals and Still has the Protected Cover on. It Also Has The Price Tag - Bought for the Amount of 650.00 Euros. Swiss Made No 14047, No BU10200. Fabulous / New Condition Both Watch and Boxes etc. Superior Quality Throughout. Please See Photos.
Masonic Interest - A Rare Early 19th Century Masonic Sunderland Lustre Jug, two black transfer printed panels depicting Masonic symbols and text 'And God Said Let There Be Light & There Was Light' and 'Let the Brotherly Love Continue', the border with names of the zodiac. Various symbols and number spaces. Height 3.75''.
A good retro vintage mid 20th Century green and white metal exterior free standing lamp light having a UFO shade top raised upon a single stem support. Measures approx; 109cm tall. A collection of 20th Century circa 1970's and 1980's retro vintage industrial porcelain enamel UFO saucer pendant ceiling light shades in varying tones on green with white inners. Largest measures approx; 31cm diameter.
An early 20th Century mahogany and inlaid kidney shaped dressing table , stool and mirror (mirror in need of attention) Approx W 122cm x D 67cm x 75cm Knee hole height 61cm Light chipping to inlaid veneer on top' leather top is good caster off at rear but present in drawer, key present. Slight repair to front and damage to corner of drawer veneer
A pair of Dresden porcelain cups, cover and saucers, 19th century, decorated with sepia panels of putti on a light pink ground, blue cross marks to base, saucers 14cm diameter; together with a set of three Dresden cups, covers and saucers and a double handed cup, all with panels decorated with figures, on a dark pink ground, ‘Augustus Rex’ AR mark to base, saucer 14cm diameter; and a pair of cups and saucers, one covered, decorated with putti (22)Condition reportOne cup has been damaged and repaired. There is some overall staining & fading on all items. Some chipping at the base of cups & saucers.
A large and good pair of George III style silver plated three light candleabra, with gadrooned decoration and knopped tapered stems (drip pans, flame final and scrolling light holders all removable); together with a large silver plated bread basket, of pierced lozenge form with over handle; also included a set of six sprung loaded ‘candles’ (9)
GOOD EDO PERIOD JAPANESE KATANA,the blade tang signed Etchu no Kami Fujiwara Kanekuni, real name Tsutsui Kyuemon, in iron han-dachi mounts, the tsuba with gilt highlights, the same grip rebound in blue silk, the full length ribbed saya of black roiro lacquer, approximately 95cm long overallFootnote: Ref. Fujishiro pp.40 plate 2, Hawley KA182, Sesko pp.314; in his latter years Kanekuni made collaborative (gassaku) works with his son and this may be such an exampleCondition report: Condition generally good to fair. The original grip has been rebound in blue silk. There is a split to the chagrin on one side of the grip, and a loss (approximately 7mm) to the other. The Fuchs and Tsuba with light wear. The saya likely a far later addition, with areas of wear and minor loss. Blade generally good. Additional images now available. Length of cutting edge of blade approximately 55.5cm long
PERSIAN KASHAN HAND KNOTTED WOOL CARPET,with a central roundel of floral designs, surrounded by floral designs on a blue ground and multi bordered in blues, 385cm x 305cmCondition report: Condition generally good. Some light general wear, in keeping with age and use, particularly around the centre. Additional images available.
PAIR OF CHINESE CHRYSANTHEMUM BOWLS,the exteriors enamelled with chrysanthemum blooms within roundels set against lotus sprays and incised scrolled pale blue grounds, the interiors painted in underglaze blue with further blooms, both with six character Daoguang marks to bases, probably Republic period, 14.7cm wideCondition report: One bowl with two small chips and 2.5cm hairline to rim, the other with very small chip/nick to rim, further light fritting, some very light rubbing to decoration in places, no further visible damage or restoration, additional images available
SET OF 18TH CENTURY CHINESE EXPORT ARMORIAL PORCELAIN,Qianlong period, six pieces from a larger service, all bearing enamelled heraldic device of martlet above shield with band of three stars within set against rich cloth surround, all with gilt highlighted shaped rims and bands of underglaze blue decoration featuring butterflies against diapered ground to interior, the largest bowl 14cm diameter (6)Condition report: Rubbing to gilt around rims, fritting and some very small nicks to foot rims, largest bowl with small surface chip to rim and small firing flaw to body, cup with small chips to rim and further fritting, handle with hairlines in two places all the way round, saucer with wear to central armorial, further light general wear overall
EARLY 20TH CENTURY JAPANESE SATSUMA VASE,of flattened flask form, painted with birds amongst branches to one side and phoenix to the other, the sides with chrysanthemum against scrolled branches, four character signature in red to base, 17.5cm highCondition report: Chip to rim, tightly crazed, small glaze loss to foot, glaze scratches and further light general wear, additional images available
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