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Click here to subscribe1970's Black crepe maxi dress with spilt front bodice and back, black satin waist panel and gathered sleeves with ties. Similar date black crepe square neck sleeveless maxi and a 1960's black beaded knitted sleeveless top. Plus a 1970's Angle Wing embroidered tie-dyed kaftan.Condition report: All four items are in very good condition, no damage, no repairs, no staining.
An 18th or 19th century Continental alabaster panel depicting Christ and the Virgin Mary crowned and in glory with angels above offering flowers, 16.5cm x 22cm, set within a gilt wooden frameCondition report: The panel broken into five pieces and reglued with some remaining associated losses, traces of original paint and gilding to the surface but worn overall, the gilt frame with losses particularly to the moulding of the lower edge
A kidney shaped walnut inlaid dressing table with floral inlaid panel to the top and further floral and foliate inlay decoration to the five drawers, on tapering square supports, 98cm wide x 47cm deep x 77cm high together with a satinwood inlaid chair with upholstered back and seat, on tapering carved supports, 67cm wide x 42cm deep x seat height 44cm (2)Condition report: Cracking to veneer on top of the dressing table, key present; chair with some chips to veneer around seat back otherwise in good condition
A 19th century French four glass mantle clock the two pair dial with visible escapement and the movement striking the hours and half hours on a bell, complete with mercury filled pendulum, 21cm wide x 16cm deep x 35cm highCondition report: The glass to the front door, the left hand side panel and the back door with chips and losses to the edges, scratch to the glass of the front door, the enamel two pair dial with hairline cracks and some small losses around the number 6 and to either side, further small losses and cracks associated with the winding holes on the inner section of the dial, the movement clean and complete but not guaranteed working
Ottoman carved and painted armorial wall plaque with green and gold ribbon tied and foliate inspired decorated border and central moon keys and inscribed motif, 97cm wide x 10cm deep x 145cm highCondition report: Paintwork with chips and damages, some cracking particularly to the ribbon tied decoration, some small losses, large crack down middle of panel
A 19th century large gilt overmantle mirror with decorative cornice above rosehead ornaments and panel sides, with a large rectangular mirror plate, 195cm wide x 231cm highCondition report: Some marks, minor dents and scratches overall due to age, one and a half flowerhead ornaments lacking, further minor losses, gilding deteriorated particularly down the right hand side, the mirror plate with some minor marks and oxidisation, mirror plate size 155cm wide x 203cm high
A set of five 6' Estate cast iron fencing panels 182cm wide x 3cm deep x 107cm high together with a further fencing panel, 181cm wide x 3cm deep x 112cm high (6)Condition report: One panel in particular with vertical iron railings very bent, another with one vertical railing bent, all with heavy oxidisation due to outdoor use
Circa 100-200 AD A large carved marble figure of Cupid in high relief. Cupid is depicted nude and fleshy, with a full head of flowing, carefully modelled, curled hair below a rowed cap. His facial features, including a small chin, pudgy cheeks and full lips create the impression of a young child, as does his body, which is depicted as chubby and rounded, like that of an older infant. He stands with his left leg slightly forward (a “contrapposto stance”) , perhaps intended to indicate motion, and in his left hand he holds a large bunch of grapes. The integral support panel behind him indicates that this beautiful piece was probably once part of a larger monument. Cupid is the god of desire, erotic love, attraction and affection; he is often depicted on Roman art as a symbolic representation of love. Ex. R. Sorge collection, Germany, 1980s, ex. Gorny & Mosch, Munich, 2000. Size: L:700mm / W:260mm; 37.35kg Provenance: Property of a Central London Gallery, acquired by a British private collector, formerly in a NYC collection, ex. R. Sorge collection, Germany, 1980s, ex. German collection, Munich, 2000s.
Circa 3rd Millennium BC, Jemdet Nasr PeriodA cylinder seal with mountain ibex standing on a base line. To the reverse side, the other panel an abstract X shape.Size: L:58mm / W:15mm; 22.4g Provenance: From the important collection of a London doctor A.R; passed by descent to his son; formerly acquired the 1980s on the UK art market.
Circa 1100-1300 AD Mamluk or earlier possibly Ayyubid or Fatimid, wooden panel with detailed carving in high relief. Traces of multi colour floral decoration in original pigments on its frame. The piece will be accompanied by the Art Loss Register Certificate, ALR Ref: S00217191. Size: L:390mm / W:146mm; 740g Provenance: From a Private London Collection of Mr. K.A.; acquired by current owner's father prior to 2000 from Oliver Hoare.
Circa 200-300 ADA rectangular relief panel with Buddha in the centre with his hands in the position of meditation, or dhyanamudra. The Buddha is portrayed wearing a simple, monastic robe over both shoulders, covering his entire body, with the only exception of his hands. Alongside him, in the next compartments are six worshippers dressed in robes with hair knot. Alongside him other worshippers in different poses of daily life are seen. Size: L:330mm / W:425mm; 16.3kg (with stand) Provenance: From the collection of a London gentleman; formerly acquired in early 2000s in Belgium; previously in 1970s European collection.
Circa 300 ADA rare Gandharan schist panel depicting a drunken Hercules embracing a female companion. Both individuals are depicted with their richly-draped clothing falling away to reveal their naked bodies, and another figure can be seen to the right of the female companion, clutching at her gown as it falls. The figures are framed by a border of grapes and leaves, a symbol of drunkenness and the god Dionysus.The Greek hero Herakles/Hercules is famous for his acts of penance known as the Twelve Labours, but also for his uproarious drunkenness. This is a fantastic representation of a classical motif in the oriental style.Gandhara was an ancient region in the Peshawar basin in the north-west of the ancient Indian subcontinent. Gandharan art frequently incorporates elements of Greek classical mythology. The Kushan period (c. 75-451 AD) of Gandharan art, to which this schist panel belongs, was the golden age of artistic production in the area.For further information on Gandharan art, see:Jongeward, D. 2019, Buddhist Art Of Gandhara in the Ashmolean Museum. Oxford, Oxford University Press. Size: L:360mm / W:225mm; With stand: 7.5kg Provenance: From the collection of a London gentleman; formerly acquired in early 2000s in Belgium; previously in 1970s European collection.
Circa 100 AD A beautiful relief carved marble panel featuring a helmeted soldier and robed man, both in profile with their heads to the right. The first man is slightly higher in placement, perhaps suggesting higher status, such as a general. His face is thin, consisting of an aquiline nose and short beard and curly coiffure. The top of his robe or toga is draped around his shoulders. Before him is the soldier with a curly beard who wears a crested helmet. Perhaps this scene depicted a procession or event marking a military triumph. The Romans developed new forms of public monuments to celebrate their military victories, including arches and columns. These architectural masterpieces have been found throughout the Roman empire and are often relief carved with Roman soldiers. This fragment may come from one such relief and is an impressive testament to Roman military and artistic achievements. Size: L:443mm (without stand) / W:304mm; 44kg (with stand) Provenance: Property of a London Ancient Art Gallery; formerly in a US collection of A.G: acquired from Fortuna Fina Arts gallery, New York.
ROBERTO CAVALLI - A MUSTARD YELLOW CREPE SLEEVELESS DRESS Donated Anonymously A sleeveless dress with ruched detailing to the front and a printed panel to the back From the 'Cavalli Class' collection US 6 Condition: PRISTINE - Items have been worn once or twice but are still in excellent condition
1983 VW LT 35 car transporter, 2,400cc, 3,500 kg. Registration number A708 GBA. VIN number WV2ZZZ29ZEH003057. Engine number unknown.The Transporter LT came in three gross vehicle weights, from 2.8 to 3.5 tons (LT 28, LT 31, LT 35), with two wheelbases, two roof options, and with bodywork options as a panel van, a compact, a platform vehicle, and a chassis cab combination.According to the DVLA MOT history this example was used on the road between 2006 and 2011, when the mileage rose from 6,507 miles to 8,175 miles, placed on SORN in 2012 it will require work to recommission.Sold with the MOT history and keys
Lister Auto Truck, diesel. Registration number CAT 704T (see text)The Lister Auto-Truck was a small monowheel tractor built for moving light loads around factories, railway yards and similar sites. They were based on a design originally by Auto Mowers Ltd, and were built by R A Lister and Company of Dursley, Gloucestershire.The Auto-Truck was designed for use in factories or other places with smooth surfaces of concrete or tarmac. This allowed the use of small solid-tyred wheels with only simple suspension, making the vehicle simple, cheap and lightweight. They had little ability on soft surfaces though and could even topple over if driven carelessly across slopes.Their design was a compromise between the top-heavy nature of the tall engine grouping above its wheel and a well thought-out chassis for stability. The bearing between them was a large diameter ring roller bearing, mounted at the lowest part of the chassis. This gave rigidity and stability, even after long wear. A ring of rolled channel girder was attached to the engine group and rollers on the chassis carried the load upon this. On early Auto-Trucks this bearing is set very low, in line with the chassis members, and is covered by thin steel plates. The front panel of the engine cover is distinctive with large ventilation holes and a Lister signature cut through it. Strangely this panel is made of thick cast iron, providing substantial weight high on the engine and only adding to its top heaviness. To improve visibility of moving vehicles in noisy factories, this panel was often painted white, the rest of the vehicle being Lister's usual brunswick green.The driver was seated on a Brooks bicycle saddle, which in recognition of the lack of vehicle suspension, was carried on the end of a cantilevered bar that acted as a leaf spring. A wide handlebar on the engine group was used for steering. A squeeze bar the width of this handlebar engaged the clutch. Controls included a hand throttle, a gear lever with two forward and one reverse gears, and a large handbrake lever. The engine unit rotated freely for a full 360° rotation. When used in reverse, the Auto-Truck could either be driven from the saddle, looking backwards over the driver's shoulder; or they could dismount, swivel the engine unit around and control it as a pedestrian-controlled truck from behind.This example looks to have been restored at some point but has been stored in a garden under a tarpaulin for some time.Part of a deceased estate there is no paperwork with it, although it was registered with DVLA in 1978 (presumably when it finished its working live), it has been untaxed since 1980
2002 VW Golf Cabriolet, 1984cc. Registration number YW02 FAJ. Vin number WVWZZZ1EZ2K007503. Engine number AWG011658.As with the Mk2 Golf, Volkswagen did not make a convertible version of the Mk4 Golf. Instead, they face-lifted the front bumper, bumpers, bonnet and headlights of the Mk3 Golf Cabrio to resemble the styling of the Mk4 Golf. VW incorporated other non-structural parts from the Mk4 as well, such as indicators, grille, side mirror caps, etc. The interior remained largely similar to the Mk3 interior save for a Mk4 style 3-spoke leather steering wheel and airbag, a textured dashboard, heavily bolstered front seats with incorporated side airbags, and a chromed finish on several parts, such as the inner door handles. The instrument panel was updated with a relocated hazard light switch and blue and red backlighting, as found in the Mk4. Technical updates include the immobilizer and engine computer from the Mk4 Golf being retrofit to the older Mk3 engine mechanicals.FAJ is a one lady owner car that comes with 7 stamps in the service book plus a receipt works undertaken in 2015, when the mileage was 97,269; the last year it was on the road. The mileage today is 107,8277. It should noted that the electric roof is not working.Sold with the V5C, two keys, service book and last service receipt.
1978 Austin Allegro Special, 1485cc. Registration number TKU 484S. Chassis number AF4SJN-3004121B. Engine number unknown. The Austin Allegro is a small family car that was manufactured by the Austin-Morris division of British Leyland from 1973 until 1982. In total, 642,350 Austin Allegros were produced during its ten year production life, most of which were sold on the home market. The Allegro used front-wheel drive and the familiar A-Series engine with a sump-mounted transmission. The two-box saloon bodyshell was suspended using the new Hydragas system. Stylistically, it went against the sharp edged styling cues that were becoming fashionable (largely led by Italian designer Giorgetto Giugiaro), and featured rounded panel work. The original styling proposal, by Harris Mann, had the same sleek, wedge-like shape of the Princess, but because British Leyland management, keen to control costs, wanted to install the existing E-Series engine and bulky heating system from the Marina. It became impossible to incorporate the low bonnet line as envisaged and the bodyshell began to look more and more bloated and tubby. This was acceptable to British Leyland, according to Jeff Daniels' book British Leyland, The Truth About The Cars, published in 1980, they wanted to follow the Citroën approach of combining advanced technology with styling that eschewed mainstream trends thus creating long-lasting 'timeless' models. Its unfashionable shape was therefore not a problem to them. The final car bore little resemblance to Mann's original concept that had originally been conceived as an 1100/1300 re-skin. This, as well as British Leyland's faith in it as a model would help turn the company around. TKU was last on the road in 1991 and only has 16,595 miles on the clock. It still wears its original tyres and has never been restored. Sold with the V5C, it will require recommissioning before taking to the road.
Edwardian silver dish ring in the Irish manner, of circular waisted form, embossed and pierced throughout with flower heads and foliate and C scrolls, hallmarked I S Greenberg & Co, Birmingham 1904, with accompanying blue glass liner, upper rim D17.5cm, approximate weight 6.84 ozt (213 grams)Condition Report:General wear commensurate with age and use, predominantly in the form of surface scratches and nicks. Some slight small knocks to rims, and two small holes around one vacant panel. Hallmarks clear and legible. Glass liner with some surface scratches and nibbles to edge.
Henry Bone RA (British 1755-1834)Portrait miniature upon ivory, circa 1785Head and shoulder portrait of Lucia Maria Young, wearing white dressSigned H BoneWithin gilt frame with blue enamel and hair work panel with seed pearl initial 'L' to centre verso Oval 7cm x 6cmLucia Maria Young was the eldest daughter of Admiral Sir George Young. Lucia would have been around twenty years old at the time this miniature was painted. During his early career Henry Bone worked as a porcelain and jewellery painter, and exhibited regularly the Royal Academy as an elected Royal Academician. He was appointed as Royal Enamelist to King George III, George IV and William IV. Due to the quality of his work Bone is said to have been known as the "Prince of Enamelers".Condition Report:Good overall condition.Light wear to frame commensurate with age, predominantly in the form of some surface scratches.
J Parent (French active 1815-1833)Portrait miniature upon ivory Head and shoulder portrait of Napoleon I (1769-1821), wearing the uniform of the Chasseurs-a-Cheval de la Garde, wearing the ribbon and star of the Legion of Honour, the Iron Cross of Lombardy, and the Grande Eagle of the Legion of HonourInitialled JCP and dated 1815Within period gold frame with engraved silver gilt border to front, and studded blue enamel border with hair work panel with seed pearl monogram to centre versoOval 5cm x 4cmProvenancePhillips London July 1998 Lot 266Purchased by the current vendor from Judy & Brian Harden Antiques September 98Cf. A similar signed and dated example by Parent was sold as part of the Bernard Franck Collection in Paris.Notes: It is unusual to find a work by Parent signed J.C.P., indicating a generally unknown middle name.Former portrait miniature dealers Judy & Brian Harden have noted that this particular example may possibly have either been a presentation piece from either Napoleon himself, or a memento to 'M.J.' from someone connected with the Court. Parent was a well known miniaturist who exhibited at the Paris Salon between 1822 and 1833.As portrait miniaturist at the court of Napoleon he produced a number of miniatures of Napoleon and his generals. Condition Report:Good overall condition, slight wear to edge of painted ivory panel mid upper left.Frame with some general light wear commensurate with age, including surface scratches, and slight rubbing to gilding in places. A number of seed pearls of monogram have fallen from place, but appear to still be behind glass.
English School (Circa 1800)Portrait miniature upon ivoryHead and shoulder portrait of a gentleman wearing a black coat and white cravat tied in a bowWithin period gold frame with hair work panel with seed pearl monogram 'JW' versoOval 7cm x 5.5cmCondition Report:Good overall condition, some very slight very small flaking to lower edge.Frame with general light wear commensurate with age, predominantly in the form of surface scratches. Some slight debris beneath glass to hairwork panel, a few hairs lifting towards top, and some slight movement in hairwork panel with slight gap visible to lower edge.
British School (18th century and later)Two portrait miniatures upon ivoryThe first example a head and shoulder portrait of a young woman wearing a white gownIn period gold brooch mount with garnet border Oval 4cm x 3.25cmThe second a head and shoulder portrait of a young girl in blue and white dressIn gilt brooch mount with hair work panel versoOval 4.5cm x 3.5cmCondition Report:First example with slight wear and discolouration to edges.Frame with general light wear, predominantly in the form of surface scratches.Second example in fairly good overall condition.Frame with wear to gilt finish, particularly to the back. Surface scratches, and wear to hair work beneath glass.
Early/mid 19th century Rockingham spill vase, circa 1830-1842, of tapering cylindrical form, decorated with hand painted floral spray within a gilt bordered panel, against an apple green ground, with puce printed mark beneath, H11cmCondition Report:Some crazing to the glaze, visible largely to the white areas. Some slight rubbing to the gilding and painted decoration. Small fine hairline to foot.
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