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Click here to subscribeA French carved giltwood wall light, 18th century and later, the shaped back decorated with a vase of flowers between columns, with later foliate formed metal candle branches84 x 31cmSome wear and loss of paint commensurate with age and use, some small areas of carved decoration to the edges missing, two screw holes to the lower section
Archibald Thorburn FZS (Scottish, 1860-1935) Study of a Herongouache and pencil, unframed38 x 28cmProvenance:The studio collection of Sir Peter Markham Scott (1909-1989)Not laid down. Gouache well preserved with colours vibrant. Slight disparity in colouration of the paper to right hand side. Some light, scattered foxing to the edges.
A French walnut and gilt metal mounted secretaire abattant, early 19th century, the frieze drawer above a fall front enclosing compartments and six drawers over a pair of cupboard doors flanked by fluted pilasters, on tapering legs140.5 x 83.5 x 37cmSome historic worm, some light wear and scratches commensurate with age and use, otherwise in general good condition
§ Edward Seago RWS RBA (British, 1910-1974) Dusk on the Golden Hornsigned lower left 'Edward Seago'titled versooil on board35 x 50cmProvenance:Marlborough Fine Art, London;Christie's, London, 6th March 1998, Lot 6 In original condition. No restoration or overpaint visible under UV light.The painting is executed in oil on a hardboard support. The support and paint layers are in a good condition overall. The painting is unvarnished with a matte surface and a light layer of dust across the surface. Around the signature there are lighter areas which are part of the artist’s technique rather than abrasion and are visible in other areas of the picture.
Three Chinese wallpaper panels, probably 18th century, painted with birds perched on branches above rockworkthe largest 60 x 58cmPanel one: repaired left hand corner approx 3cm. Tear right hand edge approx 9cm long. Repaired hole left hand edge approx 3cm in from the edge, approx 1cm across. Tear or crease where ground colour is now missing top edge approx 1cm. Panel two: crease or tear to right hand edge approx 4cms. Some mottling to the blue ground colour (see images)Panel three - forked tear right hand edge approx 5cms long, tear from top edge down approx 7cm, some mottling to ground colour (see images)General - Surface has rubbing and light abrasion to areas where there are paper joins or anomalies in the paper giving patinated texture consistent with age. Overall tone of the blue gouache ground is uneven. These may have been rolled at some point and rubbing to the blue ground indicates this, with some lateral creasing evident on all three panelsPlease see further images of these wonderful panels
Italo-Netherlandish School (circa 1700) Adoration of the Shepherdsoil on panel, unframed28.5 x 43.5cmArea of damage/loss to the bottom right hand corner of the panel. Slight bowing to the panel but overall in stable condition. Light horizontal age related cracks across the middle section. Other light wear, marking and minor losses commensurate with age. Overall paintwork appears original with no obvious signs of restoration.
George Gray (Scottish, fl.1874-1889) Innerleven Golf Linkssigned lower right 'Geo Grey'inscribed 'Innerleven Golf Links / By Geo. Grey / 1 Warrender Park Crescent'oil on panel22 x 33.5cmIn good, original, stable condition with no losses, damage or restoration apparent to the paintwork. The frame with one small loss to its upper section. Some light wear to the slip.
A George III mahogany longcase clock, the finial topped hood with Corinthian capped brass stop-fluted pilasters and signed 'Joseph Lamb, Southwark', 8 day 5 pillar movement, strike/silent dial to the arch, Rococo scroll spandrels, silvered seconds dial and chapter ring, break arch trunk door flanked by blind fret canted corners, on panelled plinth base 238cm highHas been ticking during view. Case with some general polishing and light restorations, small corner plinth section missing from the skirt, broken piece of edge moulding to bottom of trunk door. Hood frame strengthened, small packing pieces under seatboard, small sliver of missing lower moulding right hand side of hood.Please see further images for condition
§ John Cyril Harrison (British, 1898-1985) Brent Geese in flightsigned lower right 'J.C.Harrison'watercolour53 x 72cmScattered light foxing/spotting, principalling to the darker areas of the sky. Otherwise appears in good, clean condition with no tears or damage to the paper. Framed and glazed, not examined out of frame.
After George Romney Mrs John Mustersoil on canvas75 x 62cmAfter Romney's 1785 original in the Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes, Cuba.Overall appears in the good, original condition with no damages or losses to the paintwork or canvas. Light surface dirt, would possibly benefit from a clean. Likely 19th century.
Attributed to Philip Reinagle RA (British, 1749-1833) Foxhounds on the scentoil on panel16 x 21.5cmAnother version of this composition, by Samuel Raven after Reinagle, is known.Overall in good, stable condition. Minor spot of paint loss to the tail of the dog furthest left. Two small spots of inpainted loss just above the tail of the dog furthest right. Two spots of inpainting to the sky top left. Light wear and minor marking commensurate with age.
A large walnut and ebonised Liberty style wall mirror, circa 1900, inset with masrabiya panels, inscribed to the reverse 'R.L.Hammond H.M.P.A' 192 x 131cmProvenance:Purchased from William James Antiques and Interiors, Coltishall, NorfolkSome abrasions and further light wear to edges, otherwise in generally good condition.
Attributed to Mrs Isabella Beetham (c.1753-1825) and Mrs Bull (fl.1785-1790) A pair of silhouette portraits of a lady and gentlemanink and watercoloureach 10cmWatercolour and ink painted on card. Overall in very good, original condition with no damages. Very light spotting to the paper to the left of the gentleman (see image).
Six Silhouette Portraits Including a pair of portraits of John and Mary Villers attributed to Bingham, 'Mrs Berkin, Dr Lisle's Mother' by Mrs Lightfoot, a gentleman attributed to Thomason, and an elderly lady and gentleman reverse painted on glassvarious sizes, each approx. 9cm (6)Repaired split to Mrs Berkin; Mary Villers with diagonal split and further light wear; Staining to the background of John Villers; Wear to the gentleman painted on glass; the others with light wear; overall in stable condition. Please see additional images.
Edward Lear (British, 1812-1888) View on Mount Lebanon, possibly Mount Sanninetitled 'Lebanon' lower left and dated '18 May 1858', numbered '176' lower leftinscribed throughout with colour annotationswatercolour and pencil with white heightening33 x 47.5cmProvenance:Acquired in 1938 by Sir Maurice Amos (the grandfather of the present vendor),His sister-in-law, Margaret Bushell (daughter of Colonel Sir Colin Campbell Scott-Moncrieff),Doctor Rachel Bromwich (née Amos, the present vendor's mother),Thence by descentIn the Spring of 1858, on his way to visiting Petra, Edward Lear travelled through Syria, Palestine and Lebanon - his only visit to the country. After two months in Palestine, Lear arrived in Beirut and wrote to his sister Ann on 14th May: ‘This place...is quite different from anything in southern Palestine – & reminds me more of Naples by its numerous villas & gardens...today I shall make a drawing of Mt. Lebanon [in the distance], & the Bay & town – which are really lovely as a whole.' Two days before the date of this study, Lear wrote in his diary: 'Rose late. Very high wind. mountains invisible. In dressing ― without my glasses, took hold of a hornet, which stung my right hand’s middle finger very badly indeed. Happily, [Nartolion] relieved it, but I was unfit for 4 hours ― & could not move my hand or arm. At breakfast Dr. & Mrs. K. ― Afterwards ― later: packed for the Lebanon, ― leaving a chest, & 2 lots of things here. Letters came for Hasbey from Col. Churchill.' Given Lear was already in Beirut at this time, it is likely that 'packed for the Lebanon' reflects his intention to visit the mountain range itself, where he subsequently made the present picture.Overall in good condition with no tears or damage to the paper. Occasional minor spotting principally to the mountains. Possible fading to the blue pigment and very light discolouration to the paper. Minor crease in the central top section. Not examined out of the frame.
A collection of Liverpool blue and white porcelain, 18th century, to include a Penningtons feeding cup and cover, painted with figures in a fenced garden 15cm wide; a saucered dish painted with a pagoda and rock work 17cm diameter; a saucer printed with the Oriental Fishermen pattern, a teabowl painted with pagodas and a Gilbody plate 24.5cm diameter (6)Feeding Cup - the cover is dicolored. Areas of discolouration and pitting to the body. Very small niggle to the foot rim of the saucer. Small chip to the footrim of the small plate - possibly factory fault. Larger plate was exhibited at the Liverpool exhibition held at Philips in 1997. Light pitting and it Liverpool porcelain
After George Romney Lady Louisa Theodosia Hervey (1767–1821), Countess of Liverpoolthe stretcher inscribed 'Lady Louisa Hervey / Married the 2nd Earl of Liverpool. / After Romney. Painted in 1790'oil on canvas76 x 122cmRomney's original remains at Ickworth, Suffolk, the birthplace of the sitter.Relined. Overall in good, stable, restored condition. Scattered retouchings visible under UV light. Craquelure commensurate with age, most noticeable to the the lighter areas of the sitter's dress.
A pair of Chelsea bowls with fluted shaped rims, circa 1754-55, painted in Kakiemon style with two long-tailed birds beside banded hedges and flowering branches, the rim with a continuous leafy border with gilt flowerheads, red anchor mark24cm diameterOne has a very tiny niggle to the rim. Usual light wear and pitting in places.
§ Charles Johnson Payne 'Snaffles' (British, 1884-1967) 'That far, far-away Echo'hand-signed to the margin lower rightbears Snaffles blindstamplithograph with hand-colouring40 x 51cmNo tears or damage to the print. Slight undulation to the centre of the paper. Colours appear good. Light discolouration to the margin and staining to the bottom edge. Minor dirt under the glass. Not examined out of frame.
A Derby two-handled vase and cover, circa 1775, in Sèvres style, the turquoise ground body moulded with laurel swags and reserved with two oval panels, one with cherubs, the opposing side with flowers 33.5cm high Generally good condition, usual slight wear to gilding and light scratching to the enamel. Two surface chips to the corner of one of the handles. One very tiny surface chip to the gilding at the base of one of the handles.
William Henry Gore RI (British, 1857–1942) 'The Culprit', a girl admonishing a dogsigned lower left 'W HENRY GORE'inscribed verso 'Caroline'oil on canvas76 x 55cmExhibited:Paintings by W. Henry Gore, Newbury District Museum, May 1988, No. 4 (lot includes a copy of the exhibition catalogue)Framed and glazed. In stable, restored condition with scattered inpainting apparent, particularly under UV light. Two patch repairs (visible from reverse) with associated inpainting. Minor losses visible to the left hand edge. Later frame in good overall condition with minor wear.
A pair of Chinese Wu Shuang Pu porcelain hexagonal jardinieres, each painted with three historic figures including Tao Yuan Ming (365-427), Wen Tian Xiang (1236-1283) and Dong Xian (23-1 BC) alternating with extensive poetic inscriptions, apocryphal Daoguang seal mark in overglaze red23 x 16.5cmGood condition. Some light discolouration in places. As image 3 shows, one of the vases has an area approx' one inch wide which has dicoloured
A Chinese famille rose teapoy, Chen Lung, circa 1780, decorated with pheasants perched on flowering branches, with scrolling footrim and later silver mounted collar and cover12.5cm highThe entire base has been restored - some light rubbing to the enamel in places.please see further images of base
§ John Alfred Arnesby Brown RA (British, 1866-1955) 'Haddiscoe, September Evening'titled verso, signed with initials and dated (19)35oil on board30 x 40cmThe painting is executed in oil on a wooden panel support. The support is in a good condition although very slightly bowed. The paint layers are stable and secure, there are a few pin prick holes to the surface which appear to have been present when the work was painted. The varnish has yellowed with age but is even and glossy with a light layer of surface dirt present.40 x 49cm framed
§ Sir Peter Markham Scott CH CBE FRS (British, 1909-1989) Study of a pandasigned 'Peter Scott' and dated 1961pencil and ink, unframed25.5 x 20cmProvenance:The studio collection of Sir Peter Markham Scott (1909-1989)A sample logo design for the World Wildlife Fund, which Scott helped to found in 1961.Image overall in very good, clean condition with no damages. Lays flat. Very minor, light creasing where previously handled. Further sketch verso.
A pair of Louis XV style kingwood parquetry bedside cabinets, each with tray top and serpentine front, one with cupboard doors, the other with three drawers and raised on cabriole legs with gilt metal sabots 75 x 38 x 30cmsome light areas of restoration and filling between some veneers, an area of wear to the veneer to the top of one cabinet, varnish finish, otherwise in general good condition
A brass club fender, late 20th century, the pair of brown faux leather padded seats on tubular supports49 x 161 x 40cminternal measurents 138 x 26cmSome light wear commensurate with age and use, some very small marks and dents to brass. No makers label Internal dimensions of pad seat - 22 x 127cm Internal dimensions of base - 26.5 x 139cm External dimensions of base - 35.5 x 156.5cm
Viv Richards with Sachin Tendulkar Sehwag signed limited edition print with signing photo Could there be more of a mouth-watering line up of extraordinarily talented batsmen?Viv Richards, arguably one of West Indies' finest batsman, Sachin Tendulkar, the world's leading batsman, and Virender Sehwag, India's free scoring opening batsman. All captured in a light-hearted moment at the slower paced game of chess! A very personal picture and never to be available again.Viv Richards has personally signed each print and you will receive a photo of the signing (as shown in inset image).Actual Size 560mm x 410mm - limited edition of 500 and part of the Sporting Masters editions - Photo printed on 250gsm, high quality art board - The accompanying photo of the personality signing this item will include a copyright over the image. Edition number may vary. Good condition. All autographs come with a Certificate of Authenticity. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £5.99, EU from £7.99, Rest of World from £9.99
Electric Light Orchestra Part II multi signed 7x5 inch black and white promo photo includes five fantastic band signatures. Good condition. All autographs come with a Certificate of Authenticity. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £5.99, EU from £7.99, Rest of World from £9.99
William Daniell RA (1769-1837)Twizel Bridge on the Till, Northumberlandwatercolour42cm x 66cm with The Boydell Galleries, Liverpool; Private Collection, UK. Framed and glazed, with title and attribution stencilled to mounting. The watercolour is generally in good condition, with some light foxing. Some losses and general damage to the frame, which would benefit from being replaced. The watercolour has been examined outside its frame; it is pasted down to a cardboard support (bearing no further inscriptions). Exmination outside the frame reveals some wear to the corners (visible in condition report images).
A pair of Dutch .934 standard silver urns and covers, Theodorus Gerardus Bentveld for Bonebakker & Zoon, Amsterdam mid-19th Century, the lobed covers with bird finials, the twin-handled urns of octagonal shape, 29cm high, approximately 2548gOne medium dent to a side panel. Overall appearance good, just light wear in line with age and usage.
A white gold and diamond Emka cocktail watch, the 9mm rectangular dial with Arabic numerals, the bezel and bracelet set throughout with round and two baguette cut diamonds, on an expanding bracelet strap, box clasp stamped '385', approximately 17cm long, total gross weight approximately 20gGood condition, all stones and settings intact, light wear commensurate with age, can't guarantee working order
A novelty 9ct gold artist's palette/paint box pendant, Albert Barker Ltd, 5 New Bond St, London, Rd No 445832, opening to reveal an interior fitted for a small brush and paints, 7.5cm long including bale, in original fitted box, total gross weight approximately 31.8gGood condition, some light surface polishing marks, having some original paints included
Taxidermy: a chub, Squalius cephalus, by J Cooper & Sons, in a bow-front case with gilt border, in a naturalistic setting, labelled 'Preserved by J Cooper & Sons 28, Radnor Street, St Lukes, London, E.C’, and a further handwritten label '4lb 4oz, Taken by P.J. Jagels in the River Stour, Barford, on light line No. 12 hook', 64.5cm wide 15cm deep 31.5cm highShipping Disclaimer: Buyers must be aware of their country’s shipping and import policies regarding taxidermy prior to purchase. They are required to ensure that the lot can be delivered by a specialist shipper, whether in the UK, Europe or internationally. No compensation will be given to buyers who fail to organise shipping arrangements for goods and taxidermy due to the prohibitions, restrictions or import regulations of their country. Condition ReportMount good - small scale missing to the head. Case fair some tape loss to the edges.
A Victorian walnut and marquetry inlaid credenza with gilt metal mounts, the central doors inlaid with marquetry panels of flower laden vases, flanked by two glazed doors, containing three shelves, 175cm wide48cm deep113cm highCondition ReportThe key is present. Minor losses to the corners. Light surface scratches. Some rubbing to the gilt metal. The left handside glazed door with losses to the gilt metal mounts. No cracks to the glass.
A Ziegler Mahal style carpet, 20th century, wool on a cotton foundation, the brick red field with large flowerheads and scrolling leafy vines in green and blue, enclosed by borders of meandering vines and palmette guard stripes. 295 x 400cm Condition ReportThe carpet is heavy and of thick wool, the wool is of a slightly coarse texture. The selvages have a few frays and the fringe is a little unruly. The pile is consistent. There are a few dark stains, and dirty marks there doesn't appear to be any moth damage or holes. There is a six inch repair which is visible from back but not from the front. The colour is slightly faded. The rug doesn't lie completely flat and has a crease which may lessen if laid flat over time. There is no label verso. The carpet has a slight musty odour and would benefit from cleaning. Please see additional images. Please note the addition images were taken in natural light.
After Sir Howard Hodgkin 'In a French Restaurant' (Knoedler Gallery)screenprint in colours, 1980, signed 'Hodgkin' l.r., from an edition of 500, published by Petersburg Press120 x 145cm, unframedCondition ReportPreviously rolled. Light surface dirt and scuffs to the black background. Some small nicks and dents to the extreme edges. The is a 1cm tear to the left edge, upper centre. Some cracks to the printed surface in the centre, please refer to additional condition images.
Ivan Graham Mitford-Barberton (South African, 1896-1976) patinated bronze, 'Worlaad Woltemade', on a veined grey marble base bearing a plaque inscribed 'Worlraad Woltemade: Woltemade's rescue is the personification of Old Mutual's motto "a certain friend in uncertain times", 26cm wide16cm deep16cm highCondition ReportGeneral very light surface wear and rubbing to patina. Overall appears in very good condition.
Sandra Blow RA (1925-2006) 'Hamlet Act 3, Scene I, Line 89'lithograph in colours, signed 'Sandra Blow' in pencil l.r., inscribed with title and numbered '4/50'sheet 62 x 49cm, unframedCondition ReportLight surface dirt to the extreme edges. There is a faint strip of discolouration 2cm wide around the edge of the print, crossing into the printed area, which appears to be due to previous framing. Two diagonal fold marks to the bottom right corner.
Joseph Lee (1901-1974) a cartoon sketch, 'Perhaps it's not much of a part, but in the second act you nonchalantly light a cigarette...WE provide the cigarette!!', signed, pen and ink, 39.5 x 28.5cm; together with a cartoon of Sir Arthur Wing Pinero (1855-1934), 32.5 x 17cm; a pencil sketch, after 'Skelt's Characters in Harlequin & Old Dame Trot', 25 x 29cm; a fragment of wallpaper from the Surrey Theatre, framed, 19 x 23cm and two further watercolours (6)Provenance: The collection of John Savident (1938-2024) Condition ReportAll with colour losses.
Follower of Graham Sutherland Thorn bushoil on canvas91 x 69cm, unframedCondition ReportThe top left edge and corner of the canvas has cuts and tears where it is wrapped around the stretcher. The bottom of the canvas has a slight bulge. Light surface dirt. The bottom edge has raised areas of dust and dirt stuck to it. The reverse of the canvas apears to have been backed with newspaper with a white wash applied over the top. Not examined under UV light, for a full report please contact the department.
Lê Minh Đức (Vietnamese, b.1981) 'Paper Flower', 2008signed l.r., oil on canvas150 x 70cmProvenance: Purchased from Sutherland Arts Gallery, Singapore.Condition ReportFramed: 155 x 75cm.The work is thick impasto which has cracked in areas, please see images. There are 15cm and 10cm diagonal cracks to the top left corner. A small loss and some minor flaking to the top edge. Examined under UV light no retouching is visible.
A silvered wooden pier mirror late 19th/ early 20th century,French, with an incised frame,79cm wide107cm highProvenance: The selected contents of Comforts Place, Lingfield, Surrey.Condition ReportThe plate later. General light knocks, scuffs and scratches and wear to the frame, offering a pleasantly distressed aesthetic. Structually stable and ready to hang.
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