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Click here to subscribeA Regimental 1821 Pattern Light Cavalry Officer`s sword to the 8th Hussars, 86.5cm blade by Wilkinson, serial no. 13108, etched with scrolling foliage, crowned VR cypher, Regimental Battle Honours to CENTRAL INDIA, Regimental motif and owner`s crest and motto, LABES PEJOR MORTE, regulation three-bar hilt, wire bound fishskin grip contained in its steel scabbard.
Eric Ravilious (1903-1942), Aldeburgh Bathing Machines, signed and dated Aug 1938 lower left, watercolour, 41 x 52cm. In original sycamore frame. Titled on Arts Council of Great Britain label verso. Arthur Tooth & Sons exhibition label verso. We are very grateful to James Russell, lecturer and author on Ravilious for the Mainstone Press, for the following write up on this painting. Until this year only the owner of `Aldeburgh Bathing Machines` knew of its existence. This scintillating watercolour was bought from the artist`s exhibition at Tooth`s in May 1939 and since then the title has been attributed to a different painting, also of bathing huts. As far as anyone other than the owner knew, the picture featured here had never existed, so that to Ravilious`s descendants, collectors and fans `Aldeburgh Bathing Machines` is not a lost painting returned but a new and exciting discovery. Eric Ravilious was in the middle of a prolific period when he visited Aldeburgh late in August 1938. Galvanised by the prospect of the Tooth`s exhibition he had travelled around the country, seeking out inspiring subjects. His letters are generally a good source of information about his activities, yet we know almost nothing about his visit to Aldeburgh; he left no clue as to why he was so intrigued by bathing machines. There were, however, similar devices on the beach at Eastbourne when he was a boy. Ravilious was born in London but at the age of eight moved to the Sussex seaside town, where his father ran an antiques shop. A scholarship took him to the Royal College of Art in 1922 and from there, his career as a designer and artist blossomed alongside that of his friend and fellow student, Edward Bawden. Ravilious retained a lifelong fascination for unusual and old-fashioned objects, particularly wheeled vehicles. He also liked to work in series, so we should not be surprised that he painted three watercolours of these delightful blue-and-white-striped bathing machines. In this case, the composition is centred on the parking sign and its shadow, around which the other objects (and the attendant) are carefully arranged so that the eye keeps moving from one to the next as if around a dial. The objects themselves are intriguing even by Ravilious`s high standards of oddity: the chicken appears in another painting and must have had some purpose but we don`t yet know what it was. Having no doubt seen his friend John Piper`s illustrated essay on `Nautical Style` in Architectural Review a few months earlier, Ravilious may have included the fowl as an amusing addendum. However, the most striking feature of this beautiful painting is the quality of the light. Dawn was this artist`s preferred time for outdoor work and in many watercolours it is the radiant early morning light that seems his true subject. The striated iridescent sky would become a feature of Ravilious`s finest wartime paintings but this is peacetime, and the scene is set for a holiday. James Russell, July 2014. www.jamesrussellontheweb.blogspot.co.uk www.themainstonepress.com. We would also like to thank the White Lion Hotel at Aldeburgh for kindly allowing us to reproduce their photograph of the White Lion bathing machine on the beach at Aldeburgh. www.whitelion.co.uk
SUZUKI GS1000 (1980) Reg GPM 820V FRAME NO 700004 ENGINE NO 131057 The GS1000 was introduced to the Suzuki range in late 1977. The combination of air-assisted front forks, a stiff chassis and adjustable rear shocks made for an above-average ride around the tightest of twisties, despite a longish 59.3-inch wheelbase. Contemporary journalists praised the comfort, excellent power delivery, superb handling and its good brakes. Suzuki clearly had racing in mind when it designed the GS1000, which migrated to the track shortly after it was introduced. The new Superbike class and a young racer named Wes Cooley turned both Superbike racing and the GS1000 into major attractions. Wes popped wheelies, smoked tyres and flamboyantly won races aboard a GS tuned by the legendary "Pops" Yoshimura. This 1980 GS1000 which has had only 2 previous recorded keepers has received some various cosmetic and handling upgrades over its years and is described as in overall good condition and having only covered 15 miles in the past year. In good running order, it is suggested that a light amount of re-commissioning may be required. Supplied with old style V5C and mot certificate *(expires October 2014)
JAGUAR MKI 2.4 SALOON (1958) (property of a deceased estate) RNV 77 VIN 910602DN ENGINE NO BC57318 Launched in 1955 As Jaguar`s new compact saloon, which was later to become known as the Mk I after the Mk II`s arrival. The MK1 fitted well in the firm`s range between the Large MkVII saloon and the XK140 sports car. The marque was the first Jaguar model to use unitary construction of the chassis/body. The Mk1 was released with a new 2.4-liter version of the proven XK six cylinder engine. Demands for more power resulted, in 1957, with the introduction of a 3.4-litre version. Offering 190bhp and a top speed of 120mph ,it was found, however, that this performance exceeded the capability of the drum brakes. All-round disc brakes were announced as an option and quickly became the standard. The Mk1 was progressively updated throughout it`s life before a wholesale revision of the basic design saw it re-launched as the Mk2 in October 1959. RNV 77 is a 2.4 litre engined example with desirable Manual overdrive transmission. Dispatched to the original dealer, Henlys of London on the 17th April 1958. The property of a deceased estate , This MKI was declared registered in the UK in 1996. One must suppose that the car, whilst supplied to a UK dealership, was perhaps abroad for much of its life?, The registration documents show 4 keepers since 1996, the most recent purchasing the car from Charterhouse Auctions in July 2013. Described as a good example and in original and unmolested condition, believed to have been barn stored for several years prior to the present ownership the car is currently in good running order and retains road tax until 30 sept 2014 although there is no MOT certificate on file. We would recommend a full safety inspection before taking to the road. The body and paintwork appear to be in original condition, the interior is also very well preserved with softly patinated red leather, a clean head lining and walnut veneers. Subject to the usual inspections and a fresh MOT this nice example could be used every day as is or considered as a rolling light restoration. Offered with V5C, past MOT certificates, various bills of expenditure and Jaguar heritage dating certificate.
VAUXHALL 14/6 STRATFORD 1935 Coachwork by Whittingham & Mitchell SSJ 711 (formally HG 3832) VIN TBA ENGINE NO TBA Announced for the 1933 Earls Court Motor Show the 14-6 was offered as a "Light-Six" and was powered by a 1781cc 6 cylinder 14 hp engine. Various body options were made available by Vauxhall 4-door 6-light saloon with sliding roof 2-door coupé with sliding roof Plus Bodies by other coachbuilders but supplied by Vauxhall and in their standard catalogue Tickford Foursome Coupé (by Salmons Pendine Sports Tourer (by Holbrook) Suffolk Sports Tourer (by Holbrook) Stratford Sports (by Whittingham & Mitchell) Tourer (by Duple 2-str with Dickey (by Duple) This 1935 Whittingham & Mitchell bodied Sports tourer is Believed to be one of less than a handful remaining on the road, the vendor purchased the vehicle in 1996 and the car has undergone Extensive refurbishment with many hours of work put in to keep this rare vehicle on the road. Her original number plate HG3832 was sold many years ago. Described as very good and ready for the road (subject to usual safety inspections), she features in The A-Z of British Coachbuilders 1919-1960. Offered with V5C and related Paperwork. No Reserve
Four Beswick Foxhounds, 2262, 2263, 2264 and 2265, three others, 2262 and two 2263, and a Fox, 1440 (tail been glued), all gloss (8) Condition report Report by NG Hounds all stamped with oval Beswick mark. Some with light crazing, but no visible damage or repair. The fox's tail has been glued.
An 1803 pattern light infantry officer's sword, the curved blade with GR cypher, and tracings of bluing, with a wire bound ivory handle, and brass mounted scabbard, inscribed R JOHNSTON, late Bland & Foster Sword Cutler & Belt Maker to his Majesty 68 St James St, London (some rust and edge knocks to the blade, the scabbard incomplete) See illustration
An oak Wellington chest, having an arrangement of seven drawers, and a walnut tabletop chest, 31 cm wide (2) Condition report Report by NG Wellington chest: Approx. measurements 49 cm wide, 43 cm deep, 111.5 cm high. Accompanied by a working key. General wear with knocks, bumps and scratches. Small patch of heavy scratching to top also small chip out of top at back. Drawer fronts one piece of wood with carved decoration. Back of top stamped 61500. Top loose. Tabletop chest: Note: Walnut NOT mahogany Approx. measurements 31 cm wide, 25.5 cm deep, 26.5 cm high. Some wear and tear and light scratches. Sun bleached. Lock stamped WOLFRUT (?). Accompanied by a working key.
ATTRIBUTED TO GORDON RUSSELL: A LIGHT OAK CHEST OF DRAWERS, the rectangular top with a raised background and chamfered sides above two short and two long graduated drawers with block handles and chamfered dividers, 42"" wide. Provenance: Acquired from McWhirter, London in 1993 The collection of James Fairfax A.C. Stanbridge Mill, Gussage All Saints, Dorset
Coppia di consolles, Veneto, metà XVIII secolo. In noce biondo, presentano un piano elegantemente mosso sul fronte e sui fianchi, una fascia scolpita a motivi di volute e palmette, quattro gambe elegantemente arcuate. Difetti e restauri. cm 74x85x55. - Pair of light walnut consoles, Veneto, mid-18th century. Some defects and restoration Start Price: €1800
Portacero da centro, Italia, XVIII secolo. in metallo argentato presenta una decorazione a sbalzo secondo il gusto del pieno settecento. Montato a lampada in epoca moderna. alt. cm 103. - Silver-plated centrepiece candlestick, Italy, 18th century. Converted into light in modern era. Start Price: €200
Great BritainKing Edward VII1911-13 Somerset House9d. deep plum and blue in a corner block of four, unmounted mint; there is a light tone spot in the side margin and a light horizontal gum bend. Fresh and attractive. S.G. 307a, £500+. Photo Subject to 20% VAT on Buyer’s Premium. For more information please view Terms and Conditions for Buyers.
Great BritainKing Edward VII1911-13 Somerset House10d. dull reddish purple and aniline pink in a lower right corner block of four showing the 1911 date cuts of pane Z, large part original gum with some hinge remainders in the margins; light horizontal crease in the lower margin and a few gum bends and a black arrow drawn in the lower margin indicating the date cuts. S.G. M44 (5) Subject to 20% VAT on Buyer’s Premium. For more information please view Terms and Conditions for Buyers.
Great BritainKing George V1912-24 Watermark Royal Cypher2½d. Royal blue, lower margin control "O 20" single, unmounted mint; light gum bends. Showing the half dot in margin of plate 9b. Copy of R.P.S. Certificate (1974) for a strip of three. S.G. N21 (16), £425. Photo provenance: Sir Gawaine Baillie, October 2004Subject to 20% VAT on Buyer’s Premium. For more information please view Terms and Conditions for Buyers.
Great BritainKing George V1918-19 Bradbury, Wilkinson Seahorses2/6d. reddish brown in a top left corner block of four, large part original gum, light horizontal gum bend, well centred. An appealing block. S.G. 415. Photo Subject to 20% VAT on Buyer’s Premium. For more information please view Terms and Conditions for Buyers.
Great BritainKing George V1918-19 Bradbury, Wilkinson Seahorses10/- blackish blue (steel blue), large part original gum; lightly mounted and good perforations, some light gum ageing. R.P.S. Certificate (1988). S.G. N71 (3), £1100. Photo Subject to 20% VAT on Buyer’s Premium. For more information please view Terms and Conditions for Buyers.
Great BritainKing George V1935 Silver Jubilee2½d. Prussian blue in a left margin block of four showing part of the margin arrow, large part original gum, the lower two stamps are unmounted mint; light vertical crease in the margin. A rare and highly desirable multiple of this very popular stamp. Very few multiples still exist today. B.P.A. Certificate (2007). S.G. 456a, £62,000+. Photo It has now been demonstrated that the Prussian blue is not a colour trial, but a genuine error of colour. Four sheets printed in this incorrect shade were issued in error by the Post Office Stores Department on 25 June 1935. It is known that three of these sheets were sold from the sub-office in Upper Edmonton, North London, up to 4th JulySubject to 20% VAT on Buyer’s Premium. For more information please view Terms and Conditions for Buyers.
Great BritainOfficialsInland Revenue— 5/- bright carmine, large part original gum; light creasing and some minor soiling. B.P.A. Certificates (1934 and 2007). S.G. O25, £45,000. Photo Subject to 20% VAT on Buyer’s Premium. For more information please view Terms and Conditions for Buyers.
Great BritainOfficialsInland Revenue1902-04 £1 dull blue-green, large part original gum; light gum crease across top right corner. A very fresh and attractive example of this rarity. Outstanding appearance. B.P.A. Certificate (1934 and 2012). S.G. O27, £62,500. Photo provenance: Chartwell, December 2011Subject to 20% VAT on Buyer’s Premium. For more information please view Terms and Conditions for Buyers.
Great BritainOfficialsOffice of Works— 2d. yellowish green and carmine-red, large part original gum; part hinge remainder, a few ink speckles at lower right and light horizontal crease at top. B.P.A. Certificate (2007). S.G. O38, £2000. Photo Subject to 20% VAT on Buyer’s Premium. For more information please view Terms and Conditions for Buyers.
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