A large quantity of George III and later silver spoons, to include; a set of six George IV fiddle pattern teaspoons by Simon Levy, Exeter 1829, each 14cm long, a Victorian fiddle pattern serving spoon by Samuel Hayne & Dudley Cater, London 1854, 22.7cm long, five George V teaspoons by William Devenport, Birmingham 1912, each 9.7cm long, and a further seventeen assorted silver condiment spoons, teaspoons and dessert spoons, gross weight of group 14.31ozt (29)Condition Report; Simon Levy spoons: Overall good, some minor denting to the bowls, some examples show thinning to the handles and thumbpieces, but there is no splitting or signs of repair to any of the pieces. All have scratching and wear, but the monogrammed initials and hallmarks are crisp.William Devenport spoons: Fair order. Some minor denting to the bowls. All examples show minor to moderate splitting around the terminals. The colour of the bowls suggests that they were once gilt but this has largely worn away. General scratching, some wear to the hallmarksServing spoon: Good. No denting, splitting or signs of repair. Heavy scratching to bowl, moderate wear to handle. monogram and hallmarks crisp.Other spoons: Good to fair order. All pieces show denting, varying from very light to moderate. All show scratching and general wear varying from light to heavy. None of the examples show major splitting or signs of repair. Clarity of hallmarks varies across pieces, from crisp and clear to heavily worn.
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A Gent's Eterna Automatic stainless-steel wristwatch, the cream dial with Arabic numerals and outer seconds ring and centre seconds hand, set to a plain polished stainless steel case, 33mm diameter, numbered to reverse '3167331', set to a black leather strap (at fault) Provenance: Ruyton Hall, Shropshire Condition Report; This watch is not in working order. It ticks for a few seconds then stops. Dial is moderately stained, with moderate wear and discoloration to the luminous infill on the lettering. All letters and numbers are crisp and clear. Heavy scratching to the dial. Moderate scratching, wear and light denting to the case. Heavy wear to the leather strap and buckle, but still in functioning order. Your attention is drawn to our important notice regarding the Trevanion sale of watches found in our Terms & Conditions, please read this prior to bidding.
An International Watch Company (IWC) Military issue RAF Mark XI wristwatch, ref 6B/346, case number 1333/51, the stainless steel case enclosing a circular black face with Arabic and luminous dial, bearing 'International Watch Co', military issue arrow head and tritium 'T', attached brown leather strap, case diameter excluding winding crown 3.8cm Your attention is drawn to our important notice regarding the Trevanion sale of watches found in our Terms & Conditions, please read this prior to bidding. Ticks when wound. Hands complete a full twelve hour rotation. Face appears in good order. Luminosity of the tritium batons can be seen when the watch is removed from light. Crystal scratched and grubby residue is visible where the crystal adjoins the case. To the exterior of each lug a small indent can be seen, perhaps considered commensurate wear or perhaps a result from a mechanical instrument. Bezel, lugs, case and reverse all show signs of generic wear which primarily consists of surface scratches. The back of the watch has not been removed therefore no statement regarding the movement can be made. Strap with wear. Please see the additional images which illustrate the above mentioned.
An International Watch Company (IWC) Military issue RAF Mark XI wristwatch, ref 6B/346, case number 1422/51, the stainless steel case enclosing a circular black face with Arabic and luminous dial, bearing 'International Watch Co', military issue arrow head and tritium 'T', attached metal link strap, case diameter excluding winding crown 3.8cm Your attention is drawn to our important notice regarding the Trevanion sale of watches found in our Terms & Conditions, please read this prior to bidding. Ticks when wound. Hands complete a full twelve hour rotation. Face appears in relatively good order but some speckles of corrosion can be seen. Luminosity of the tritium batons can be seen when the watch is removed from light. Crystal scratched and bears general scuffs, scratches and a small fracture, approx 1cm in length - this is not surface reaching and cannot be felt to the touch. Bezel, lugs, case and reverse all show signs of generic wear which primarily consists of surface scratches, small nicks and scuffs. The back of the watch has not been removed therefore no statement regarding the movement can be made. Strap with wear. Please see the additional images which illustrate the above mentioned.
A Smiths Military issue W10 wristwatch, ref W10/6645-99-961-4045, case number 0552, 4385/68, the stainless steel case enclosing a circular black face with Arabic and luminous dial, bearing 'Smiths', tritium 'T' and military issue arrow head, case diameter excluding winding crown 3.6cm (at fault) Your attention is drawn to our important notice regarding the Trevanion sale of watches found in our Terms & Conditions, please read this prior to bidding. Appears to tick when wound however the second hand will need adjusting due to it being obstructed from performing a complete rotation by its positioning. Hands complete a full twelve hour rotation. Face appears in good order. Luminosity of the tritium batons can be seen when the watch is removed from light. The hour and minute hands are both worn and would require restoration. Crystal with some scratches and surface stains. Crown pulls to winding position happily but seems slow/sticky to when pushed back to return position. Bezel, lugs, case and reverse all show signs of generic wear which primarily consists of surface scratches and small nicks. The back of the watch has not been removed therefore no statement regarding the movement can be made. Please see the additional images which illustrate the above mentioned.
A Buren Grand Prix Military issue W.W.W 'Dirty Dozen' wristwatch, ref 'H 3360', case number '333523', the stainless steel case enclosing a circular black face with Arabic and luminous dial with subsidiary seconds dial, bearing 'Buren, Grand Prix' and military issue arrow head, case diameter excluding winding crown 3.6cm Footnote; The term 'Dirty Dozen' refers to the twelve watch manufacturers selected by the British Ministry of Defence to supply British soldiers with a standardised timepiece. The chosen companies were CYMA, Eterna, Grana, Jaeger Le Coultre, Lemania, Longines, IWC, Omega, Record, Timor, Vertex, and, as listed, Buren. Although thousands of these watches were produced, fewer than 20 collectors worldwide are believed to own a 'full set'. Your attention is drawn to our important notice regarding the Trevanion sale of watches found in our Terms & Conditions, please read this prior to bidding. Ticks when wound. Hands complete a full twelve hour rotation. Face with areas of wear which appears in frosting type way to the centre (photographed). Luminosity of the tritium batons cannot be seen when the watch is removed from light. Crystal with very light scratches and some surface stains which are similar to lot 193. The exterior appears rather good with only a few signs of scratches, knifed opening marks and small nicks. Case back has been removed, inner numbers correspond with the external numbering and dust cover is present. Movement 15 Jewels. Please see the additional images which illustrate the above mentioned. Case does appear rather bright and may have been polished as some point in the past.
A Timor Military issue W.W.W 'Dirty Dozen' wristwatch, ref 'K 7070', case number '36970', the stainless steel case enclosing a circular black face with Arabic and partially luminous dial with subsidiary seconds dial, bearing 'Timor' and military issue arrow head, case diameter excluding winding crown 3.8cm Footnote; The term 'Dirty Dozen' refers to the twelve watch manufacturers selected by the British Ministry of Defence to supply British soldiers with a standardised timepiece. The chosen companies were CYMA, Eterna, Grana, Jaeger Le Coultre, Lemania, Longines, IWC, Omega, Record, Buren, Vertex, and, as listed, Timor. Although thousands of these watches were produced, fewer than 20 collectors worldwide are believed to own a 'full set'. Your attention is drawn to our important notice regarding the Trevanion sale of watches found in our Terms & Conditions, please read this prior to bidding. Does not tick. Does not wind. Hands complete a full twelve hour rotation. Face appears ok but the tritium batons are worn. Luminosity of the tritium batons cannot be seen when the watch is removed from light. Crystal with general scratches. Grubby residue where the crystal adjoins the case. The case, lugs, bezel and reverse with general wear which is predominantly scratches, scuffs and minor nicks. Case back has been removed, inner numbers correspond with the external numbering and dust cover is present. Movement 15 Jewels. Cal 6060. Please see the additional images which illustrate the above mentioned.
A George IV silver wine funnel by Rebecca Emes & Edward Barnard I, London 1828, pierced bowl with cast floral border and clover clip, partial lobing to the funnel, 14.5cm long, weight 5.92oztCondition Report; Overall condition is very good.The bowl is in good order, no signs of splitting, serious damage or repair. There does appear to be a slight 'seam' visible on the inside and out consistent with where the lip of the funnel meets the bowl. There is some light denting, and some light scratching and wear consistent with use. There is some wear to the decoration high points, but this is minor.The funnel is in good order, no splitting, serious damage or repair. There are some slight signs of thinning around the lid, but these are only minor. Some light denting, thinning and scratching consistent with age and minor use. Some wear to engraved letter 'R' and the hallmarks, but they are legible.
A vintage J.W. Benson 9ct gold half-hunter wristwatch, the circular white dial with Arabic numerals and subsidiary seconds dial, luminous infill to numerals and hands, set to a plain polished 9ct gold case with black enamelled chapter ring to cover, 35mm diameter, inscription to inside cover 'Evelyn Jan. 1931' and serial number '2149607 75', initials to reverse 'D.W.H', import marks for Glasgow 1930, manual hand wind movement, set to a brown leather strap with buckle fastening, 21.6cm long, weight 35.8gmsCondition Report: Dial: Good order. No cracking, crazing or loss. All lettering and markings crisp and clear. Some light degradation to the luminous infill on numbers and hands.Case: Good order, no splitting, damage or repair. Some minor denting, concentrated to the sides of the case. Some loss to the black enamel on the exterior dial, but all marks and numbers are clear. Heavy scratching to the glass, but no cracking or loss. Hallmarks and lettering to inside of cover and reverse are crisp and clear.Strap: Fair order, moderate creasing and wear to the edges of the strap and around the buckle holes and tip on the strap. Heavy scratching and wear to the yellow metal buckle.This watch is currently in working order.Your attention is drawn to our important notice regarding the Trevanion sale of watches found in our Terms & Conditions, please read this prior to bidding.
A lady?s vintage Omega Geneve 9ct gold wristwatch, the circular cream dial with dagger indexes, set to a plain polished 9ct gold case, marks to inside cover for Birmingham 1984, seventeen jewels manual wind movement, 22mm diameter, set to a black leather strap with gold plated buckle fastening, 20.2cm long Your attention is drawn to our important notice regarding the Trevanion sale of watches found in our Terms & Conditions, please read this prior to bidding.Condition Report; This watch is currently in working order. Some light scratching and wear to dial, all markers and lettering clear and in tact. Moderate scratching to the glass. There is a dent about 1.5 - 2mm long on the edge of the case, and light scratching and wear. Strap is in good order, some creasing and wear around the buckle holes. Heavy wear to the plating on the buckle fastening.
A lady's vintage Tissot 9ct gold wristwatch, the circular silver tone dial with engine turned decoration, Arabic numerals and subsidiary seconds dial to six 'o' clock, set to a plain polished cushion shaped 9ct gold case, marks to inside case for Edinburgh 1940, manual wind movement, case measuring (excluding lugs) 20mm x 20mm, set to a gold plated expanding strap, together with another lady's vintage 9ct gold wristwatch, marks to case for London 1931, manual wind movement, case diameter 26mm, set to a gold plated brick link strap (2) Condition Report; Tissot: Good order, currently working. Moderate staining and wear to dial but all letters and numbers are clear. Light scratching to watch glass. Light denting to case, moderate scratching and wear, particularly around the seal. Some of the links to the strap are bent and distorted.Second example: Currently not in working order. Some discoloration and staining to dial, but all markers and numbers are clear. Moderate scratching to watch glass. Heavy denting and scratching to case, but no splitting or signs of repair. Strap in good order, but buckle clasp is broken.Your attention is drawn to our important notice regarding the Trevanion sale of watches found in our Terms & Conditions, please read this prior to bidding.
An open face pocket watch, 19th century, the gilt dial with decorative floral detail and Roman numerals, the back similarly engraved, inside back case stamped '18k' 'AG' and numbered '430', case diameter 41mm, gross weight 36.7gms Your attention is drawn to our important notice regarding the Trevanion sale of watches found in our Terms & Conditions, please read this prior to bidding.Condition report; Inner dust over is stamped 18K. No inscription.The watch ticks for a short period when round (under 30 seconds) but stops shortly after. Hands can be adjusted with ease. There is some light denting to the case, concentrated to the borders of the reverse cover. Case diameter is 41mm.
An Art Deco sapphire and diamond ring, the central rectangular emerald cut Burmese sapphire (measuring 12.12mm x 8.81mm x 5.20mm), approximate weight 5.66 carats, with three square cut diamonds to each shoulder, all set in white metal to a plain polished shank, approximate ring size M, weight 4.7gms With accompanying Gemmological Certification Services report no. 81298-70, stating that the carat weight is 5.66ct approx, that the stone is a natural corundum sapphire, of Myanmar (Burma) origin and there are no indications of heating. Condition Report; Central Sapphire: Good order. There is a small fracture to the girdle/underside of the stone, located at one of the canted corners just next to the claw. This measures approximately 1 - 1.5mm across. It is not visible from a table view of the stone. There is also a very minor nibble to one of the corners on the girdle. This is only visible at 10x. There are some very minor scratches and signs of light wear to the upper facets, but no other fractures or nibbles. All facets edges are crisp and sharp.All diamonds are present and in tact. No chipping or fractures, very minor wear only. They are bright and sparkly when viewed face up, and do not show a notable draw of colour. A couple of the diamonds show very small inclusions under a 10x lens.All stones are secure. There is damage to the gallery setting (one of the bands is broken and may require repair - see side profile pictures for illustration. There is some wear to the claws around the sapphire. Evidence of re-sizing to the band.Also pictured: The stone is shown in two pictures with direct torch light shining behind it.
An Edwardian 9ct gold pendant, set with blue paste and simulated pearls to a scrolling wirework frame, set to a yellow metal chain stamped ?9CT?, weight 4.3gmsCondition Report; Overall good. There is a small chip to the teardrop shaped stone, but no other chipping, cracks or major damage to the stones. There is a moderate amount of wear to simulated pearls, but they are all present and in tact. Some denting and light misshaping to the wirework frame. There is some splitting to the setting of the central stone, but the stone is secure. There are some punctures to the reverse of the beaded decoration. The chain is in good order, no splitting, damage or repair to the links. Spring ring is in good order, working correctly.Pendant measures 50mm x 30mm, including bail. Central stone measures 6mm diameter. Teardrop stone measures 7mm long.
A selection of Scottish silver and other agate set jewellery and further brooches, to include; a brooch in the form of a dirk, target brooches, a Victorian agate set brooch, an enamel buckle style brooch, kilt pins and further brooches and pins (Qty) Condition Report; The majority of stones in these items are paste i.e. citrine coloured paste, amethyst coloured paste, sapphire coloured paste. The large banded agate brooch, knot design brooch and the silver dagger brooch are set with agates.The overall condition of this lot is fair. All pieces show some degree of wear and damage, varying light to heavy from piece to piece. Some pieces are missing stones, or have enamel loss or organic matter loss. The majority still have pins and are in working order, however some have had fittings broken or their pins mishapen/bent. Please view the additional images of the reverse of the brooches provided, and the close up shots of the fronts.
An opal five stone 9ct gold ring, comprising five untested teardrop shaped opals, each bezel set in 9ct yellow gold to a plain polished shank, ring size S 1/2, weight 1.7gmsCondition Report; Worn. There is heavy to the settings, most notably loss to the tip of one stone (this can be seen in the first, second and third images, pictured second from the left). There is also a large split to the bottom of the setting of the stone pictured second from the right. All show some degree of denting, misshaping and wear. All stones show some light scratching and wear, but no major cracks, chips or losses. None of the stones seem loose in their settings, but could not be described as secure due to the settings current state. Shank is in good order, no signs of thinning, splitting, resizing or repair. General scratching, wear and tear only.
A sapphire ring, the central untested rectangular step cut light blue sapphire measuring 8mm x 9.5mm, claw set to a pierced scroll design gallery and shoulders and unmarked plain polished shank, ring size K, weight 6.2gmsPLEASE NOTE; This stone has not been laboratory tested for natural or synthetic origin, however under 10x magnification, the stone is largely clear, but there is a small, transparent angular inclusion just above one of the claws. This looks to be a crystal inclusion. There is also a small, dark coloured surface fracture to one of the top facets (this can be seen in the first and second pictures).
A 22ct gold wedding band, plain polished stamped 'fidelity' to inside, marks for Chester 1934, ring size L, together with another example, marks for Birmingham 1940 (at fault), gross weight 4.3gms (2)Condition report; The ring dated 1940 is quite heavily bent and distorted, and thus we cannot provide a accurate size. There is heavy thinning and general wear, but no signs of resizing, splitting or repair.The ring dated '1934' showings some light mishaping, and general scratching and wear concentrated to the exterior, but no splitting, thinning, resizing or repair.
An Arts & Crafts silver ring tree by Synyer & Beddoes, Chester 1905, designed as a tree trunk set to a circular silver dish with embossed motifs, 7.5cm high, weight 1.13oztCondition Report; Very good. Some very small dents to the bowl, but no signs of splitting, major damage or repair. Some light scratching and wear, concentrated at the base. The bowl sits flat on a level surface, and the central trunk is straight and in good order. All decoration is crisp and clear. Hallmarks are crisp and clear.
A Chinese gilt bronze model of Guanyin, modelled seating in dhyanasana with hands in dhyanamudra, elaborately robed and seated upon a lotus crown base, 11cm high Provenance: Ruyton Hall, ShropshireCondition report; No obvious losses or repairs. General surface wear and patina visible including tarnishing, light blemishes and grubby residue. Perhaps once held an object in hands as a vacant port can be seen. Please see additional images for clarification.
A pair of French ormolu Rococo style twin branch wall light fittings, cast as intertwined foliate branches against a 'C' scroll back plate, 35cm high Provenance: Ruyton Hall, Shropshire Lighting lots are sold as decorative items only, prospective buyers must consult with a qualified electrician before use or installation of these items.
A set of four 18th century style French glass wall sconces, in the manner of Maison Bagues, each modelled as a foliate urn, with twin branch light candle sconces/light fittings, 53cm high (4) Provenance: Ruyton Hall, Shropshire Lighting lots are sold as decorative items only, prospective buyers must consult with a qualified electrician before use or installation of these items.Condition report; Extensive tarnishing to metal branches, behind the glass urns, leaves and flowerheads, twisting to some branches, possible bead losses with minor chips and nibbles to glass beading and leaves, two branches lacking candle effect fitting, see further individual images.
Jacob Hendricus Maris (Dutch 1837-1899),An estuary scene with run down cottages, country folk and chickens,Watercolour on paper,Signed lower right,24cm x 29cm,Framed and glazed Note: Maris is widely considered to be one of the most important Dutch landscape artists of the late 19th century. He was an early member and leading light of the Hague school.
Samuel Owen (1768-1857),Shipping off the Kent coast,Watercolour,Signed,14cm x 20cm Provenance: Albany Gallery collection CONDITION REPORT:The picture is framed under glass and has not been removed for inspection. There appears to be a trim line down the left hand side of the picture where it has been inaccurately trimmed from a larger sheet. The left side also shows some light foxing. The colours will have faded somewhat over time, but they remain relatively strong.
Hugh William 'Grecian' Williams (1773-1829),View of the pass of Glencoe,Watercolour,18.5cm x 25cm,together with two Vatican views by Augustus J.C. Hare, two views of Yarmouth by W. Hawksworth each with Thomas Agnew labels verso and a mountainous watercolour view by W. Crouch (6) Provenance: Albany Gallery Collection CONDITION REPORT:All the pictures are framed under glass and have not been removed for inspection.Hugh William ‘Grecian’ Williams: There is some glue residue around the top edges of the picture, presumably from where is has been attached to the backing mount. The residue encroaches slightly onto the paint surface, most noticeably at the corners. The painted surface shows some light foxing, most noticeable to the sky, but also visible to the mountains. The colours will have faded somewhat over time, but remain relatively strong.Augustus Hare: The rectangular picture appears to be clean and bright with no foxing or staining to the painted surface. The arched picture shows some foxing across the painted surface.Hawksworth: Both works appear relatively clean with minimal foxing, but look to have faded somewhat over time.Crouch: The painted surface shows light foxing across the picture, but relatively bright colours.
A Victorian silver agate set matchbox holder by Adie and Lovekin, Birmingham 1892, of rectangular form on four ball feet, with a shield and panel design to the cover set with bloodstone, blue lace agate, jasper and carnelian, 7.4cm x 5cm x 4cm, together with a white metal cigarette case, of rectangular form with niello decoration depicting a North African scene, 10cm x 8.2cm, gross weight 6.39ozt (2) Condition Report; Matchbox Holder: Fair/Poor; There is heavy solder repair to the frame and possible signs to the underneath There are some areas of splitting around the frame and some denting/light misshaping to the frame. Heavy scratching and wear. The matchbox holder does wobble slightly on a level surface. There is moderate amount of nibbling and loss to the agate panels, concentrated around their edges.Cigarette case: Good order. No major dents, splitting or signs of repair. Moderate scratching and wear to the exterior and interior. Some scratching and minor loss to the niello, but this is largely in good order. Interior strap shows slight signs of pulling but is largely in good order. Cover opens smoothly and snaps shut. Button release mechanism is working, but is stiff.
Circle of Sir Godfrey Kneller (1646-1723),Portrait of a young lady, half length, wearing a green dress and a scarlet cloak,Oil on canvas,Oval,76cm x 62cmGilt framed Provenance: Ruyton Hall, Shropshire CONDITION REPORT:The picture has been re-lined at some point in the past. The paint surface shows visible evidence of restoration to the nose, neck, upper chest and sleeve. Examination under UV light shows evidence of further light restoration to the lower part of the picture. The canvas is currently sitting low in the frame, revealing the top edge. The frame shows losses to the gesso beading around the edge, visible joints throughout, and losses to the gold painted finish.
Circle of Sir Godfrey Kneller (1646-1723),Portrait of a young lady, half length, wearing a pink dress and a blue cloak,Oil on canvas,Oval,74cm x 62cmGilt framed Provenance: Ruyton Hall, Shropshire CONDITION REPORTThe picture has been re-lined at some point in the past. The paint surface shows expected fine surface cracking. There is visible evidence of restoration throughout, including to the nose, neck, upper chest and dress. Examination under UV light shows evidence of further restoration to the lower part of the picture. The canvas is currently sitting low in the frame, revealing the top edge. The frame shows losses to the gesso beading around the edge, a visible joint to the top left, and losses to the gold painted finish.
Circle of Francesco Zuccarelli RA (Pitigliano, Umbria 1702-1788 Florence),An Arcadian landscape with figures amongst classical ruins and an extensive mountain landscape beyond,Oil on canvas,78cm x 121cm,In an Italian carved wood and gilt frame Provenance: Ruyton Hall, Shropshire CONDITION REPORT:The picture appears to have been re-lined sometime ago. UV examination of the paint surface shows evidence of sympathetic light restoration across the piece, particularly around the central monument, but there has been no heavy over-varnishing or other visible sign of drastic intervention.
A large Serapi Heriz type carpet, with a central lozenge shaped floral medallion in cobalt blue against a larger red ground medallion with light blue surround, further surrounded by a cobalt border with extensive sprays, 340cm x 476cm Provenance: Ruyton Hall, ShropshireCondition report; Tassels frayed and worn to both ends of the carpet, fraying to both sides of the carpet, intermittent threadbare weave, particularly to the centre panel, overall fading with the central panel most effected
A 'Sandown' steeplechase game by F.H Ayres of London, late 19th or early 20th century, comprising a roulette type wheel with applied lithographic horse racing illustrations after Finch Mason, seated within a fitted green baize lined mahogany case, 50cm W x 50cm D x 13cm high, with four Fortnum & Masons puzzles, titled 'The Victory at the Battle of the Trafalgar', 'Summer Flowers', 'Great Harry', and 'Forest Glade', with a George III satinwood and pokerwork pen box, 22cm x 29cm (7) (at fault) Provenance: Ruyton Hall, ShropshireConditon report; Foxing to the baize on the Sandown game, along with two very small holes, light foxing to the turntable, turntable revolves smoothly, brass lock fitting missing to the cover, with some minor split damage to the fitting aperture, minor bleaching to the case, probably caused by damp, other general wear, gorges and marks to the case commensurate with age and use
A Regency mahogany cheese coaster, of curved form applied with turned baluster half pilasters, raised upon brass castors, 40cm WCondition report; Some light staining with 'rippling' to coaster interior, light crazing to the veneer on the underside, minor play in brass coasters, otherwise only minor wear commensurate with age and use
A parcel gilt bronze table lustre, 19th century, modelled as a cherub riding a dolphin, set to a base modelled as stylised waves on scroll feet, later adapted to a lamp base, 37.5cm high including lamp fitting Lighting lots are sold as decorative items only, prospective buyers must consult with a qualified electrician before use or installation of these items.Codition report;Some speckled tarnishing to light fitting, very minor rubbing/tarnishing to gilt, no visible repairs or breaks, left wing is smaller than the right, but this appears to due to the cast rather any damage
A 19th century figured walnut tea caddy, of domed form, inlaid with mother of pearl lozenges, opening to twin compartments, 18cm wide, a 19th century mahogany sewing box with removable tray, 25cm wide, a crocodile skin stationery box with inset brass swing handle opening to a removable tray, 41cm wide, a mahogany box with sliding cover and a collection of cotton bobbins, four other assorted boxes and a model of a ships canon, 22cm long (9) Condition report ; Minor general wear/rubbing to the corners and edges of the crocodile skin box, some light staining to the front RH corner top, otherwise only very light wear commensurate with age and use, see further images
A Victorian papier mache drop dial fusee wall clock, the 30cm painted white dial indistinctly signed 'Henry, Shrewsbury', enclosing the single train fusee movement, within an ebonised case inlaid with mother of pearl and applied with gilt decoration, with a glazed pendulum aperture, complete with pendulum, 63cm highCondition report; General minor rubbing to the gilt, with very minor mother of pearl losses, light crazing to the clock case and to the painted dial, minor play in the hinge.Clock movement appears well maintained, however no guarantee of working condition
A pair of George I walnut side chairs, each with a vase shaped splat over a drop in upholstered seat and shaped apron, raised upon cabriole font legs terminating in pointed pad feet, and back swept gun barrel rear legs with block feet, 103cm highCondition report; Light historic worm to rear underside rail on both chairs, evidence of restoration to underside blocks on both chairs, one chair has splice repair to front RH foot and a splice repair at the top of the rear RH leg, replaced seat pads on both chairs, chairs appear firm with only very slight movement in the joints, otherwise only very light wear commensurate with age and use
A 17th century and later walnut veneered cabinet on chest of Dutch influence, the moulded cornice above a cushion frieze drawer, and a pair of feathered cross banded doors enclosing an arrangement of eight drawers, upon the chest formed as two short and two long drawers, with brass furniture, all upon bun feet (handles and feet later), 165cm H x 114cm W x 51cm D Provenance: Ruyton Hall, ShropshireCopndition report; Extensive inactive historic worm to the top of the cabinet, 10cm minor split on RHS of cabinet, full height veneer split to RH door, LH door with a similar repaired split.Rubbing around the brass fittings on the cabinet, minor signs of historic worm in cushion drawer, veneer splits to the inside of both doors.Minor sun bleaching to drawer fronts with later associated handles, drawer runners appear to be later.Very minor water damage to sides of chest, very small light scratch to the LHS of chest, 3cm Loss of veneer chest top LH rear corner moulding.Raised upon later feet, back boards probably replaced. Overall drawers run smoothly and cabinet appears in sound condition with light, sympathetic restoration
Three continental limed oak elbow chairs, 18th century, each with a pierced splat above a serpentine upholstered seat and Rococo scroll carved frieze, raised upon four carved cabriole legs, terminating in ball and claw feet, 101cm high (3) Provenance: Ruyton Hall, ShropshireCondition report; Chair one; historic worm inside back apron, light historic worm to inside front right leg and front apron, some play in the joints with general overall rubbing and wear.Chair two; historic worm and some damage with repairs to back apron, blocks added to underside of front legs, screws applied to the rear of the chair to strengthen arm joint, chip to the top rail by joint with upright, general wear commensurate with age and use.Chair three: historic worm and damage to inside rear apron, historic repair top RH leg joint, water stain to seat, general wear commensurate with age and use, some play in the joints
WORLD WAR II NAVAL INTEREST: A silver cigarette case by Page, Keen & Page, Birmingham 1939, inscribed 'H. West H.M.S. "Escort" from 'Athenia' survivors 4.9.39', 8.1cm x 7cm, along with a George V silver cigarette box by William Comyns & Sons Ltd, London 1945, of rectangular form with three compartment hardwood interior, inscription to cover 'Commander and Mrs. West from the Commodore and Ward Room Officers R.N. Barracks Chatham 12th October 1946', 19.2cm x 8.7cm x 5.2cm, together with a silver cigarette case and a Ronson white metal lighter, 4cm x 3.5cm (3) This cigarette case appears to have been a gift of gratitude from the Survivors of the Athenia disaster to Commander H West of HMS Escort. Athenia was the first UK ship to be sunk by Germany during World War II after Britain declared war on Hitler on the 3rd September 1939. Just hours later, German submarine U-30 torpedoed the Athenia. Over 100 civilians lost their lives and the sinking was condemned as a war crime. H West aboard HMS Escort rescued some 300 passengers from the sinking Athenia and it appears that this case was gifted to him as a token of gratitude. Condition Report; Cigar box: Good order. Some light denting, but no splitting, thinning or signs of repair. Moderate scratching and wear to the exterior. lettering to cover is worn, but is clear and legible. Some scratching and wear to the wooden interior, but this is largely in good order. Moderate scratching and wear to the leather base.Cigarette case: Very heavy denting. No splitting or signs of repair. Some wear to the lettering on the front, but this is still crisp and legible. Push button mechanism is working, cover opens smoothly and closes flush with a snap. Heavy pulling to the internal elastic. Moderate scratching and wear to the gilt interior.Lighter: Currently not in working order.
A Chinoiserie lacquered cabinet on stand, 17th/18th century, the painted European wood and gesso Rococo scroll carved base, supporting a gilt highlighted and brass mounted two door cupboard enclosing an arrangement of oak-lined drawers, each of varying sizes, 171cm H x 110cm W x 55cm D (at fault)Provenance: Ruyton Hall, ShropshireCondition report; Historic woodworm and damage to RH rear foot, with signs of historic worm in the same leg, rear board on the stand appears to be later, minor chips and rubbing to the stand.Multiple minor chips to the lacquer on the cabinet, two full length splits on the LH cabinet door, with a single split to the RH door, chip to the RH door lacquer, 2cm x 6cm, gilt metal spandrel mount detached RH side bottom RH corner.Overall very minor rubbing and wear commensurate with very light use
A set of four Edwardian silver and enamel menu card holders by Sampson Mordan & Co, Chester, each individually enamelled with a game bird, depicting a duck, a grouse, a pheasant and a partridge, each on a plain polished circular base, three dated 1907 and marked '10', one dated 1908 and marked '11', each stamped 'RD402227', each 3.5cm high, complete in a fitted Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Company Ltd case (at fault)Condition Report; There is a large crack/loss to enamel on the partridge example, measuring 12mm across - please see the picture provided which illustrated this. There is no loss to the enamel on any of the other examples. All enamel shows some scratching and light wear consistent with age and use.The example with the duck is slightly bent, leaning back further then the other examples. Please see the additional image which illustrates this. The clip to the partridge example is very slightly slick (the teeth do not sit completely flat against the panel), but all clips are secure and in working order. Each pieces some small denting and pitting concentrated around the borders. No splitting or repair to any of the metal.Hallmarks and dates are clear to the majority of pieces, however there is some wear to the Sampson Mordan hallmark on the grouse example. This is example is dated 1908.One of the hinges to the box cover is broken. There is heavy wear and tear to the case exterior. Some moderate wear to the interior, but the card holders sit securely in their settings.
A mid 19th century mahogany specimen chest, with rectangular leather inset top, above a single drawer and cupboard below with sliding trays, 90cm H x 105cm W x 67cm D Provenance: Ruyton Hall, ShropshireCondition report; 1cm square scuff to skiver, general minor marks and scratches, very minor rubbing to plinth base where doors close, light scuff/mark to LHS of the desk
A 20th century four panel scrap screen, each arched panel applied with fruit and vegetable related scrap, the opposing side applied with newspaper cuttings, 168cm H x 160cm W Provenance: Ruyton Hall, ShropshireCondition report; General minor fading, with some discolouriastion, light warping to some panels, no rips or tears
A Victorian mahogany Duchess dressing table, the tilting oval mirror above a fall front cylindrical compartment, flanked by two banks of three small drawers upon the shaped moulded top with a single frieze drawer, raised upon front cabriole supports extending to carved scroll terminals and a shaped plinth base, 161cm H x 122cm W x 51cm DCondition report; Minor veneer splits at the plinth where front supports sit, later re polished, mirror supports appear to be associated, otherwise only very light wear commensurate with age and use.Mirror can be removed for transportation
A Charles I silver seal-top spoon by Edward Hole, London 1626, fig-shaped bowl with tapered stem, the seal top engraved with a phoenix crest, traces of gilding to bowl, stem and seal, 16.8cm long, weight 1.49ozt Provenance: Ruyton Hall, Shropshire Condition Report; Bowl: Good order. Some denting to the reverse of the bowl. Heavy wear to the gilding, particularly on the reverse. Light pitting, moderate scratching and general wear to front and reverse. No splitting or signs of repair. Crown leopard mark lightly worn, but is clear.Handle: Good order. Very heavy wear to the gilding on the handle. Moderate pitting, heavy scratching, particularly to the facet edges on the spoon (see pictures). Very slight signs of bending to the handle. Wear to hallmarks, but they are clear and legible.Terminal: Fair order. There is a moderate amount of wear to the detailing, some pitting and moderate scratching and wear. Very heavy wear to the gilding. Engraved crest to the seal is crisp and clear.
A George V silver and enamelled pill box by William Neale, Birmingham 1929, of circular form on three raised feet, with turquoise guilloche enamel decoration to hinged lid, 7.1cm diameter, together with an Art Deco silver mirror, marked for ?G Co? London 1933, 7.5cm diameter (2) Provenance: Ruyton Hall, ShropshireCondition Report: Trinket Box: Very good. No chipping or loss to the enamel, only light scratching. There is a light dent to the rim of base, but no other denting, splitting or repair. Hinged cover opens smoothly and closes flush. Some wear to the hallmarks, but they are legible. Feet are in good order, the box sits flat on a level surface. The gilt on the interior is in very good order, but there is moderate wear to the gilt around the rim consistent with contact with the lid.Mirror: Good order. Glass is in tact. Handle in good order Small dents to the reverse and around the border. Moderate amount of scratching. No signs of splitting or signs of repair. Engraved decoration has worn in some areas, but is mostly crisp. Hallmarks show some wear (particularly maker's marks) but are all legible.
HOUSE OF LORDS REMEMBRANCES FOR ORDER AND DECENCEY TO BE KEPT in the Upper Houses of Parliament by those Lords when his Majesty is not there, leaving the solempnity's [sic] belonging to his Majesties comming to be Marshalled by those Lords to whom it more properly appertains". 8vo, manuscript, 85pp., [1712], contemporary red panelled morocco, g.e., bookplate of the Earl of Breadalbane, a few light spots, lightly rubbedFootnote: Note: The remembrances offer an early iteration of the Parliamentary protocol and Standing Orders of the House of Lords relating to Public Business.
Y PORTRAIT MINIATURE MISS BAILLIE HAMILTON oval, watercolour and bodycolour on ivory, the subject with light brown hair parted in the centre and gathered at the nape of the neck, wearing a white chemise and black Honington lace shawl, a black silk ribbon tied around her neck, in a pinchbeck frame, the reverse with a lock of hair and seed pearl intials MPB., in a red leather case with blue velvet lining(7cm x 5.7cm )Footnote: Note: A handwritten note accompanying the miniature identifies the artist as 'Miss Saloman'.
High fired glaze; red and blue ground. Serene scene with seascape and landscape depiction.Landscape filled with tress, hilly terrain and sea. Large bulbous body with long neck. Signed Noke on base. Attributed to Arthur Eaton. Doulton Sung backstamp. Light crazing to body. Issued: 20th c.Dimensions: 13"HManufacturer: Royal DoultonCountry of Origin: EnglandProvenance: David Bearman Collection
Limited edition jug 420 of 500. Features guard scenes in relief. Signed Noke and H. Fenton.Jug portrays lord and lady attended by Yeomen and a turnkey with more guards. Shield with lions of of England forms spout; handle is decorated with axes, pikes, chains and suit of armor. Fully stamped on base. Doulton backstamp. Light crazing to base. Artist: Charles Noke and Harry FentonIssued: 1933Dimensions: 9.5"HManufacturer: Royal DoultonCountry of Origin: England
Extremely large and impressive charger depicts an eagle against a blue, green and yellow ground.Piece attributed to Florence E. Lewis. Exquisitely hand painted plaque with stunning coloration. Eagle landing on a branch of luscious yellow-green floral landscape. Hanger intact. Light age related crazing. Firing chips to underside. Issued: c. 1878Dimensions: 25" dia.Manufacturer: Doulton LambethCountry of Origin: England
1820's Lambeth stone, large bust of Lord Nelson from head to waist. Medals of accomplishments adorn the right side of his body. Pony tail uniquely acts as handle of the jug. All light and dark brown color variation. Doulton & Watts Lambeth Pottery backstamp.Issued: 19th c.Dimensions: 12"HManufacturer: Royal DoultonProvenance: David Bearman Collection
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