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Click here to subscribeAMENDED DESCRIPTION - Arts and Crafts table top silver snuff box set with a central cabochon with a light hammered finish around decoration by C and Co, Birmingham 1904, total weight 1.9 ozCondition Report: Overall condition is good, no signs of damage, repair or restoration. Some signs of dents to back of box
English Provincial School, 1612, Portrait of Mrs Smyth and her young son, Inscribed and dated 1612, Oil on panel, 66 x 53 cm.The portrait almost certainly depicts the wife and son of John Smyth (1567-1641), historian and author of The Berkeley Manuscript.The work was published under the title The Berkeley Manuscripts: The Lives Of The Berkeleys, Lords Of The Honour, Castle And Manor Of Berkeley, In The County Of Gloucester, From 1066 To 1618, With A Description Of The Hundred Of Berkeley And Of Its Inhabitants.Smyth wrote the manuscripts for the Berkeley family who retain their seat at Berkeley Castle to this day, in an unbroken line of more than 850 years.The Manuscript details the lives of people that Smyth himself would have known and is credited with providing an extraordinary insight to the lives and times of the 1500s and 1600s.Smyth also completed two other important works: The Lives of the Berkeleys and Men and Armour for Gloucestershire in 1608.The child in this portrait is John Smyth the Younger (1611-92), who followed his father as steward of the Gloucestershire lands of Lord Berkeley and continued his practice of writing and archiving papers. The inscription above the childs head in the portrait notes that he is pictured in his first year, which tallies with the 1612 date inscribed opposite.For the practical purpose of toilet training, from the mid 16th to late 19th century, it was the custom of well-to-do families to dress all young children in gowns like this until the age of six or seven when they were breeched or first put in trousers.Smyth the Youngers writing shed light on how families were reluctant to take sides in the Civil War.J.H. Cooke, referred to on the auction catalogue cutting pasted to the verso, was James Herbert Cooke, Land Steward to the Right Honourable Lord Fitzhardinge, the illegitimate grandson of the 5th Earl of Berkeley. Cooke was also the Local Secretary of the Bristol and Gloucestershire Archaeological Society, founded in 1876, and a Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries.In 1873 he published the book A Sketch of the History of Berkeley, and was author of other books too.He is credited with writing a number of articles for the society, including On the Great Berkeley Law-Suit of the 15th and 16th Centuries, A Chapter of Gloucestershie History (1878-79), and Wanswell Court, and its Occupants for Seven Centuries (1881). The articles appear in Volumes 3 and 6, respectively of the societys Transactions and both draw on the Smyth papers.Provenance: A label on the reverse suggests the picture belonged to a J. H. Cooke Esq, and was included in his collection sale held on March 24th 1886, lot no 120.Condition Report: General wear to the picture, consistent with age, with small surface scratches across much of the board. Chipping and cracks to back of the board and edges. Approximately 1cm deep indentation along all edges of the board, indicating previous framing. Long, thin vertical crack from top to bottom of the left-hand side of the board, with accompanying vertical section of canvas lining to reverse of the picture, indicating repair work.
4 Bottles, 1 x 50cl. bottle and 3 Half bottles Fine and Rare Pradikatsweinen comprising: 1 half bottle Schlossbockelheimer Kupfergrube Riesling Eiswein ‘Staatsweingut’ 1983 (level at 4cms. – sign of light seepage – v.minor sediment), 2 half bottles Niersteiner Brudersberg Riesling Beerenauslese Weingut Freiherr Heyl zu Herrnsheim 2000, 1 Bottle Hattenheimer Schutzenhaus Riesling Spatlese Weingut Hans Lang 1995, 1 Bottle Rauenthaler Baiken Riesling Spatlese Staatsweingut 1990, 1 x 50cl Bottle Erdener Pralat Riesling Auslese Weingut Meulenhof 1997, 2 Bottles Dernauer Burggarten Spatburgunder Auslese Trocken Weingut Jean Stodden 1999.
Natural Fancy Yellow Diamond RingA 4.08ct natural fancy yellow diamond ring with a GIA certificate. A fancy light yellow cut cornered rectangular modified brilliant yellow diamond flanked by two brilliant trapeze cut white diamonds weighing approximately 0.40ct each. Stamped platinum and 18K. GIA certificate. Finger size J 1/2Condition report: As new
SIR JOHN CAMPBELL LANGSTAFF (AUSTRALIAN, 1861-1941) Portrait of Second Lieutenant Cyril Frederick Hamilton Fenner, probably painted in 1915 when he was commissioned into the Scots Guards.unsigned, oil on canvasInscribed to label verso"Born at Cromer, Norfolk 1889. 2nd Lieut 2nd Scots Guards, wounded in the Ypres Salient June 18th 1916, operated upon successfully for knee trouble by Sir Alfred Fripp at 17 Park Lane.Returned to front with a draft of 600 men and was killed by shrapnel, whilst in command of and leading G & H Companies, 1st Battn Scots Guards, at The Battle of the Somme between Morval and Les Boeufs, Sept 24 1916.Painted by Sir J Longstaffe" 76 x 63cms unframedQty: 1Footnote: Fenner was born on 23rd March 1888 in Cromer, Norfolk to Robert Nathaniel Fenner and Edith Marion Fenner (née Carter) of Cromer. Educated at Shrewsbury House Preparatory School, Surbiton, and then at Fettes, Fenner joined the 2nd Battalion of the Scots Guards on 9th August 1915. He returned home after an accident, but returned back to his unit as soon as he could. He was killed in action in France on 24th September 1916 as described in the Scots Guards War Diaries: 24.09.16 LESBOEUFS: The Commanding Officer held a conference with the Coy Commanders. 2/Lieut P WALLACE went sick. G and LF Coys relieved two Coys of 1st Bn Welsh Guards in the front line. RF and F Coys went into the Y line, 50 yards behind. 2/Lieut C F H FENNER was killed leading F Coy from FLERS line to Y line on top of the new communication trench, which the Germans were shelling. Casualties very light during the relief. 2/Lieut Hon A N A VANNECK took command of F Coy in place of 2/Lieut C F H FENNER. Lieut Hon V A COCHRANE BAILLIE – LF Coy instead of 2/Lieut P WALLACE. Fenner is commemorated on his prep school’s war memorial and that St Peter & St Paul Church, Cromer. He also commemorated on the Thiepval Memorial (Pier & Face 7D). Fenner’s older brother, Lieutenant Commander Athelstan Alfred Lennox Fenner RN, drowned following a collision during a naval exercise on 31st January 1918.
A late 20th century stainless steel twin dial, calendar, wristwatch.Jaeger-Le Coultre, Reverso.The movement, (unseen), to two signed rectangular dials: the first, silvered and engraved with Arabic numerals and inside minute track with date apertures at 7, day/night aperture at 2 and subsidiary seconds at 4:30. This opposed by a second, black rectangular dial with Arabic quarters and outside minute track, power reserve at 1:30, 24 hour, day/night, subsidiary at 5 and GMT at 7. A, all contained in a polished rectangular case with reeded detail, to a signed winding crown, flanked by 2 push buttons and pivoting within a polished and matted case frame with tapering shoulders and signed "Jaeger-le Coultre, "Reverso", 240.8.18, 2225655, fitted with a stitched brown leather strap, signed IWC and a fitted JLC deployant clasp. Together with Guarantee and operating manuals in a white fitted case with card slip case.Width excluding crown 29mmQty: 1Condition report: Case- all over light age related wear from use.Dials- FineMovement- Free and running at present. Hands set and functions all appear to be working.Strap and clasp- Age related wear from use.Box and papers- All over age related wear.
A late 19th century Swiss, open face, keyless, lever fob watch.The frosted, gilt and jewelled movement with lever escapement, to a gilt and engraved Roman dial with blued steel hands, in a hinged and polished case with monogrammed back cove and plain cuvette and hand set to the band. Bearing Swiss Duty marks, 18K, 68587.36mmQty: 1Condition report: Case- All over light age realted wear.Dial- Light all over toning.Movement- Fully wound, balance is free, not running, hands set.
A late 20th century Swiss 18ct gold, centre seconds, calendar wristwatch. Rolex, "Yacht-Master"Rolex. "Yacht-Master", Ref- 166288, No-U868711The movement, (unseen), to a signed metallic blue dial with luminous markers, with outside minute track, sweep centre seconds and date aperture at 3, in a matt and polished case with rotating bezel, shouldered, screw down "Oyster" crown and back, fitted with an "Oyster" bracelet with deployant crown, numbered 78768B. Together with a barcoded swing tag with matching numbers, a further seal swing tag and a hinged and polished box with a Rolex badge, a stitched leather wallet with calendar card dated 1999-2000.Width excluding crown- 44mmQty: 1Condition report: Case- Light, all over age related wearDial- FineMovement- Free and running at presentBracelet- Light surface wear from use, minimal wear to links.Box- Light age related wear. losses to fitted interior.
A Chinese Qingbai footed bowl Song dynasty (960-1279), finely potted and covered in a light blue glaze except for the unglazed rim and foot showing high fired porcelain biscuit base 10cms diameter 5,5cms hightogether withSmall dish with whitish glaze and unglazed on the rim, Song dynasty (960-1279) 9cms diameter 1.8cms highQty: 2
A late 19th century Swiss, open face, key wind, cylinder fob watch.The signed gilt and frosted movement with cylinder escapement, to a signed Roman enamel dial with outside minute track and blued steel hands, in a hinged case with all over engraved decoration and polished cuvette, stamped B&L, 18K, 100896, AA.Width 38mmQty: 1Condition report: Case- All over light age related wear to high points ffrom use. Glass is loose.Dial- FineMovement- Fully wound, balance is free, not running, hands set.
Unusual Fine Silver Cake Stand. 545 g. American Sterling Silver 20th CenturyTop on shallow raised circular foot. Marked Sterling and maker 'RW'. Pierce work depicts pheasants, dragons, putti and other mythical creaturesDiameter 28 cmsCondition report: Good. Light surface scratches to centre from use.
A LARGE ENGLISH BRONZE MORTARATTRIBUTABLE TO THE WHITECHAPEL FOUNDRY, LONDON, MID 17TH CENTURY the flared body cast with two similar bands of shells and scrolls, descending to a bun foot, 15cm high, 19cm diameterFor similar examples from the Whitechapel Foundry, see Michael Finlay, English decorated bronze mortars and their makers, 2010, pages 66-67. Condition Report: The mortar bears the usual minor marks, knocks and scuffs overall consistent with age and use.There is some pitting to the interior and some tarnishing as well as a raised area at the bottom, but the exterior patination is a rich and glossy mid-brown overall.There are some areas of verdigris to the lip and foot, as well as light green residue to the recesses of the relief.The mortar has a resonant 'ring' when tapped. Condition Report Disclaimer
A SET OF FOUR EMBOSSED SHEET BRASS WALL SCONCES18TH CENTURYEach with backplate centred by a ship motif within cartouche surmounting a lion head beloweach 28cm highJ. Caspall, Fire & Light in the Home pre-1820 (2000), p. 244, Figure 557, illustrates an almost identical wall sconce. However, the Caspall example is engraved with a ship in its lowest cartouche, formed from punched stars, whilst the sconce in this lot is decorated with a ship to the upper cartouche with a lion's head below.
A PAIR OF EMBOSSED SHEET BRASS WALL SCONCES18TH CENTURYEach with backplate centred by a ship motif each 28cm highJ. Caspall, Fire & Light in the Home pre-1820 (2000), p. 244, Figure 557, illustrates an almost identical wall sconce. However, the Caspall example is engraved with a ship in its lowest cartouche, formed from punched stars, whilst the sconce in this lot is decorated with a ship to the upper cartouche with a lion's head below.
ANOTHER SET OF FOUR EMBOSSED SHEET BRASS WALL SCONCES18TH CENTURYEach with backplate centred by a ship motif designeach 28cm highJ. Caspall, Fire & Light in the Home pre-1820 (2000), p. 244, Figure 557, illustrates an almost identical wall sconce. However, the Caspall example is engraved with a ship in its lowest cartouche, formed from punched stars, whilst the sconce in this lot is decorated with a ship to the upper cartouche.
TWO PAIRS OF SIMILAR CUT-GLASS, PATINATED AND GILT METAL CANDELABRAIN THE MANNER OF MAISON JANSEN, EARLY 20TH CENTURYHung with clear and amethyst colour drops beneath flowerhead mounts, the three-light candelabras each 41cm high, 32cm wide, 24cm deep, the two-light candelabras each 35cm high, 31cm wide (4)
A Mulberry black crocodile embossed leather bag, silver tone hardware, zip top closure opening to chequed lined interior with zip pocket, serial number 034576, 30cm wide, 10cm deep, 25cm highand a DKNY black shoulder bag,with black leather detailing and trim, silver tone hardware and chain, front clasp closure opening to interior zip pocket, 28cm wide, 6cm deep, 15cm highCondition report: The Mulberry has some scratches, marks and wear to exterior.The interior with light marks and dust, some bobbling to interior lining.The DKNY catch has some damage, it still closes but does not fit snug within the lock. Interior in good overall condition.
A Tumi wheeled holdall, retractable handle, silver-tone hardware, zip front pocket, opening to interior zipped pocket, with luggage straps and luggage tag, 37cm wide, 18 cm deep (at base), 53cm highCondition report: Very good overall condition.There is some light wear to the wheels and feet. A few very light marks to exterior.
An 18ct white gold emerald and diamond oval cluster ring, with a central oval mixed cut emerald, estimated as approximately 1.52ct, four claw set to the centre, with a border of brilliant cut diamonds, all four claw set in wire collets to a wire basket, to knife edge shoulders and a plain shank, head 13.70 x 11.90mm, 5.27g.Finger size N½Condition report: Diamonds bright and lively. They are a little bit dirty, but are assessed as approximately:Colour H/IClarity VS to SI rangeSome surface wear to the crown facet edges of the emerald visible under 10X magnification, but there do not appear to be any surface-reaching inclusions.Minor abrasion to the girdle under 10X magnification. No chips.All claws present and in good condition.Light marks to the mount and shank commensurate with its age.Shank would benefit from being re-rhodium plated.
A Burberry Haymarket cheque shoulder flap bag, brown leather trim and adjustable shoulder strap, front magnetic closure, opening to three section interior, one with zip pocket, 28cm wide, 8cm deep, 19cm highCondition report: Good overal condition to exterior, there are some marks and scratches, but they do not detract from the overall look of the bag.Interior with crease marks, some light marks and stains.
A silver Arts and Crafts amethyst and dog tooth pearl brooch, c.1910, a lily pad shaped brooch with an oval mixed cut amethyst, rub set to the centre, with curved radiating wires with looped ends, a pair of bead set chains below to a similarly set oval plaque, suspended below, with a pair of trace chains gathered to a dog tooth pearl pendent drop, 74 x 24mm, 5.39gCondition report: Light surface marks consistent with its age.Pin slighly loose.
A Gucci Accessory Collection brown canvas and leather Boston bag, traditional monogrammed canvas, leather detailing and dual rolled handles, zip top closer, opening to interior zip pocket, with dust bag, 32cm wide, 14cm deep, 19cm highCondition report: This bag is in good overall condition, there are a few marks and scratches but they do not detract from the overall look of the bag.The Accessory Collection label is missing.The interior is in pretty good condition, there are a few pen marks, dust particles and signs of light dirt.
A Chloé 'Paddington' oxblood leather handbag,a grained calfskin leather exterior, dual rolled top leather handles, matt gold-tone hardware, large signature logo engraved padlock with detachable key, double top zip closure and a cream lined interior with zip pocket, with care card and dust bag, serial number 03-05-53, 36cm wide, 20cm deep, 16cm highCondition report: This bag is in good condition with very light signs of wear. The interior is in good condition although there is a very small mark on the phone pocket
mark of Louis Arnold Galvin, London 1961, in the Georgian style, each with a square shell cornered base, knopped column and part marked detachable shell edged and scalloped sconce, 25cm in height, the bases with green baize table protectors, loaded (2)Provenance:Landwade Hall, Suffolk Louis Galvin was apprenticed to H G Murphy and received his Freedom in 1935. His masterpiece is currently in the Goldsmiths' Company collection. During the war, Galvin worked at Hawkers at Kingston-on-Thames, building aircraft. In 1946, he started work with Edward Barnard & Co where he remained for 10 years before setting up his own business in Hatton Garden, London.Condition report: Overall in good condition with no obvious sign of damage or repair. Loading appears intact (no noise when shaking the sticks) though there is very minor loss of loading to the very edge of the corners on one. Green table protectors in good condition. Hallmarks and part marks clear and crisp. Some light surface scratching and minor dents and dings as to be expected. Silver do not appear perforated anywhere.
both with mark of Irish Silver Ltd, the candelabra, 1967, of squat form, the loaded circular base with a band of Celtic designed decoration, short conical column to a centre light, two flat and tapering branches with Celtic decoration, each terminating in a further light, 26cm overall diameter, 15cm in height; the spirit measure, 1980, of simple and traditional form, with spun bowls and turned rims, 9.5cm in height 0.9ozt (2)Condition report: Candelabra: Overall in good condition with no obvious sign of damage or repair. Some surface scratches as to be expected. Green baize table protector a little stained. Stands well on a flat surface with no wobble. Very minor twist to both branches. Hallmarks clear.Spirit measure: Overall in good condition with no obvious sign of damage or repair. Some surface scratches as to be expected. Hallmarks clear.
seventy-six off-round light cream pearls, diameter from 7.1 to 7.5mm, strung knotted to a white metal floral clasp with a central rubover set round brilliant cut diamond, diameter 3.7mm, estimated approximate weight 0.20ct, unhallmarked, stamped '750', length including clasp 63cm, weight 43.3g
the pendant, a pierced lozenge set with a central natural colour light cream Akoya cultured pearl, diameter 8mm, bordered by grain set round brilliant cut diamonds, suspending a detachable Edison pink freshwater cultured pearl, diameter 12.7mm, diamond set bale, length including bale 4cm, suspended from a fine diamond cut trace chain, length 39cm, bolt ring clasp, unhallmarked, pendant stamped '750'; the ear pendants to match with central Akoya cultured pearl, diameter 6.9mm, suspending a detachable Edison pink freshwater cultured pearl, diameter 12.5mm, length 3.8cm, post and scroll fittings, unhallmarked, stamped '750', gross weight 17.3g (2)
circa 1968, the signed circular champagne dial, 20mm diameter, with gold coloured batons and hands, signed fully jewelled mechanical crown wind movement calibre C.41 number 1796788, case, 22mm diameter, verso snap on with brushed finish, signed interior numbered 1855085 with London import marks for 18ct gold in addition to Swiss marks and Poinçon de Maître, Hammer Head number 117 for Gunther & Co SA, to an aftermarket 9ct gold tapered mesh link bracelet terminating in a two stage fold over ladder clasp, overall length 16.5cm, weight ex movement 9g and presented in the original liveried bottle-green caseCondition report: Crystal: Some light surface scratching and a very minor crack between 12 and 1 o'clock.Dial: Generally both dial and hands in good condition. Some extremely minor deterioration to the dial at the baton ends at 5,6 and 7 o'clock.Movement: In working order, though not tested for timekeeping. The crown engages and disengages as it should, and the hands move freely in both directions. The crown is un liveried, so likely a replacement.Case: Some surface scratches to the head, as to be expected. The bracelet is in good condition and the clasp functions satisfactorilyExtras: Presented in the original IWC liveried case, no papers/
circa 1953, model 2777, the signed circular cream coloured dial, 30mm diameter, with gold coloured alternate batons and Arabic numerals, gold coloured hands, centre sweep and inner rotating date setting disc, signed fully jewelled mechanical crown wind movement decorated with 'The Côtes de Genève', calibre P810/A, number 821905, with date setting pusher within the crown, case, 33mm diameter, verso snap on, numbered 579500, interior liveried, to an aftermarket brown leather strap with pin buckleFootnote: Built for less than three years - from 1952-1954 - this unusual 'calendar date' model possesses a special characteristic: a calendar feature activated through a "hidden" pusher.Rather than having a traditional date window on the dial, the watch features a marker on a rotating disk that points to the date in the same style as their legendary 'Memovox' alarm watch, introduced in the previous year. Instead of needing to make the appropriate number of rotations with the hands to set the date, each press of the pusher built into the crown advances the dial by one day.The 'P' prefix to the calibre number indicates that the movement is shock protected, but because this model was produced for such a short amount of time, nobody is quite sure whether it has a 'real' name - it appears simply to be known as 'the calendar date', and even the advertisements of the time refer to it simply as "montre calendrier".Looking like the Memovox model (because of the central disc), but much rarer, this watch is now a much sought after collector's item.Condition report: Crystal: Overall in good condition, with some light surface scratches and minor nicks as to be expected.Dial: Overall in good condition, a little dirty but with no obvious signs of damage. Some very minor spotting around the numerals and around the edge and the centre of the calendar disc. Hands in good condition with some very minor spotting, viewable under magnification.Movement: In working order, though not tested for timekeeping. Crown engages and disengages as it should, and the hands move freely in both directions. Calendar advance button fully operational. Movement winds smoothly.Case: Overall in good condition, with some light surface scratches and minor nicks as to be expected.Misc: Aftermarket strap appears to be a recent addition with only minor wear.
mark of Samuel Jacob, London 1899 of rectangular form, three sides lavishly decorated with repoussé foliage over a textured ground, the fourth side plain with a window, stamped to the top rail RD335974, interior with a vertical divider to allow storage for two packs of cards, 3.5 x 3.5 x 5cm, 1.3ozt weighable silver, and presented with the cardsProvenance:Collection of the late Mr Nigel AlingtonItems formerly at Little Barford Manor House, BedfordshireCondition report: Overall in good condition with no obvious sign of damage or repair. Some light surface scratches all over, as to be expected. Front top rail a little out of shape. There are interior guides to the rear of the front, suggesting there was once a glass or perspex cover to the front window, which is now lacking. Both packs appear complete, though most of the cards are scuffed and showing signs of wear.
Birmingham 1844, of rectangular form, the surface decorated with chased and embossed foliage and scrolls over a textured ground, to the centre a high relief repoussé depiction of the Walter Scott Monument, Edinburgh, verso heavily decorated with foliage and scrolls around a central circular and monogrammed cartouche, hinged cover, 9 x 6cm, 1.6oztCondition report: Overall in good condition with no obvious sign of damage or repair. Hinge a little loose but does not appear strained, and the cover opens and closes well. Hallmarks a little rubbed but still easily identifiable. Some light surface scratches all over as to be expected but no perforations.
Birmingham 1831, of rectangular form, decorated all over with engine turned engraving to an applied cast foliate border, part marked piano hinged cover with a central monogrammed rectangular cartouche, gilded interior, 7.5 x 4.5cm, 3oztCondition report: Overall in good condition with no obvious signs of damage or repair. The cover opens and closes well, and the hinge does not appear strained. Some light surface scratches all over, as to be expected. Hallmarks clear. Interior a little tarnished and stained.
Birmingham, probably 1835, of oval form, the piano hinged cover lap set with a slice of dendritic 'scenic' agate, the natural inclusions giving the appearance of a winter scene, verso with foliate decoration around a central vacant oval cartouche, sides similarly decorated, interior with part marked, hinged and pierced grille with scrolled decoration around a central flower, 5 x 4cm, 2ozt grossFootnote: Dendritic agate - actually a translucent chalcedony - is prized for its natural tree or fern like inclusions called dendrites (from the Greek for tree-like) of iron or manganese. They are formed from the crystallisation of decomposing solutions of neighbouring rock. Clever and skilled cutting - bringing the inclusions almost to the surface of the stone - is required to reveal their natural beauty which often appear to resemble ice crystals, trees or even, as in this example, a whole winter scene.Condition report: Overall in good condition with no obvious sign of damage or repair. Some very light scratches and a minor grizzle to the edge of the 'scenic agate'. The inclusions are extremely close to the surface of the stone, as to be expected.Both sets of hinges are in good order and neither appear strained. Grille in good condition with no damage to the piercing.Hallmarks a bit 'smudged' but still readily identifiable.
marks not identified (KC in a rectangle), Vienna, with Dianakopf 1st mark for 950/1000 standard silver, of rectangular form and decorated all over with cream, almost iridescent, guilloché enamel with a linear outer border of light blue enamel, piano hinged cover with a central decorative motif grain set with rose cut diamonds and a cabochon turquoise, gilded interior, 9 x 5cm, 4.8ozt
London 1977, with additional Jubilee mark, the realistically cast beaver, modelled on all fours and chewing a branch, with additional engraved detailing to the body and tail, 12 x 4cm, 5.7oztCondition report: Overall in good condition with no obvious sign of damage or repair. Some light surface scratches as to be expected. Hallmark clear and crisp. Stands well on a flat surface with no wobble.
one stick with mark of John & Thomas Settle, Gunn & Co, Sheffield 1826, the other with mark of John & Thomas Settle, Sheffield 1817, each circular loaded base with gadroon decoration and engraved with the crest of TALBOT, decorated knopped column and part marked detachable nozzles (both dated 1817), both branches with mark of Hawksworth, Eyre & Co, Sheffield 1875, each with a central light and two double scrolls each terminating in a further light, height of sticks 31cm, overall height including the branches, 50cm, 52.3ozt weighable silver (2)Provenance:Collection of the late Mr Nigel AlingtonItems formerly at Little Barford Manor House, Bedfordshire
mark of John Aldwinckle & Thomas Slater, London 1891, of squat, bulbous and panelled form lavishly decorated with repoussé and chased patterns, upper section plain, with personal engraving, foliate double scroll handle and sparrow beak spout, 6.5cm in height, 3.3ozt, presented in the original bottle-green and gold tooled fitted case, interior lined in green satin and velvetCondition report: Overall in good condition with no obvious sign of damage or repair. Some light surface scratches as to be expected. Engraving and hallmarks both crisp and clear. Stands well on a flat surface with no wobble.Case generally in good condition, with some minor scuffing to the outer, and some further scuffing to the base. Interior with very minor wear to the edges of the cut-out section.
mark of William Hutton & Sons Ltd, London 1895, in the manner of Paul Storr and of compressed circular form, the teapot with half gadrooned body and shell and gadrooned parapet, part marked, domed and hinged cover topped with finial fitting (wooden finial lacking), wooden handle, the two handled sugar bowl and cream jug to match, 15.7ozt gross (3)Condition report: All three pieces with matching worn and indecipherable crests.Teapot: Overall in good condition with no obvious sign of repair. A very minor split to the underside of the parapet. Some minor surface scratches, dents and dings as to be expected. Hinge a little loose and the wooden finial is lacking. Handle a little loose in the socket and the bottom pin is lacking. A minor split to the handle top near the pinhole. Hallmark rubbed but readable.Milk: Overall in fair condition. Some evidence of repairs to the spout, and the spout is a little out of shape. Some surface scratches, dents and dings as to be expected. Hallmark rubbed but readable. Foot a little out of shape.Sugar: Overall in fair condition. Some evidence of repair to the underside of the parapet. Some evidence of light crushing with creasing to the underside of the parapet, and the parapet is a little out of shape. Some surface scratches, dents and dings as to be expected. Hallmark rubbed but readable. Foot a little out of shape.
mark of Hawksworth, Eyre & Co Ltd, Sheffield 1899, each with quatrefoil shell cornered base engraved with a crest, possibly that of BURTON, knopped column and part marked detachable shell edged sconce, two of the sticks supporting a foliate capped scrolled branch each end terminating in a capital, drip pan and part marked nozzle, the centre of each branch with a raised section supporting the third light, loaded and weighted bases, height of the sticks 28cm, maximum height including the branches, 47cm, 64.4ozt gross weighable silver (3)Footnote: Metamorphic candelabras are the most versatile of all styles, and this example can be used as a pair of single sticks, by removing the branch and removing and replacing one of the nozzles, or as a full three-light.Condition report: Sticks:Overall in reasonable condition. No splits or perforations. Some minor dents and dings as to be expected. Hallmarks and part marks crisp and clear as are the crests.All three wobble slightly when on a flat surface. Loading showing early signs of starting to break up, particularly on one stick, with the metal weight sitting very slightly proud of the base. Some minor damage and creasing to the rims of the capitals, particularly on two of the sticks, noticeable with the sconces removed.Branch A: In good condition with no obvious sign of damage or repair. Hallmarks and part marks all clear. Some minor surface scratches, dents and dings as to be expected. Centre light thread in good condition and centre light removable for conversion to a two light. Branches are attached direct to the socketBranch B: In good condition with no obvious sign of damage. Hallmarks and part marks all clear. Some minor surface scratches, dents and dings as to be expected. Centre light thread in good condition and centre light removable for conversion to a two light. Slightly different base fittings with the branches soldered to a domed flange which then sits over the socket, though all pieces have matching part marks, so this is unlikely to be a later repair, just a different style of manufacture.
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