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Click here to subscribeAssortment of silver and silver-plated trinkets including a modern cast silver novelty pig pin cushion heart shaped marriage boxes scent flask, single spill vase, Halcyon Days enamel patch boxes ruby pink dressing table bowl and other items. 5.5 ozt gross weight including loaded spill vase.Condition report: Mostly good order, the stopper of the scent is stuck fast
A 19th century silver and tortoiseshell snuff box, of plain oval design, the hinged lid with inset oval bright-cut plaque, with engraved monogram, unmarked, 10.5cm wide.Condition report: The bottom inside surface, and a small patch on the inner lid, are heavily marked. Otherwise overall good condition, with age related wear, patination and marks throughout.
An Edwardian gold patch box by Gourdel Vales & Co with down puff, the 9 carat rose gold plain polished circular box, 32mm diameter, having a gilded interior and mirror to the hinged cover, jump ring to top, Birmingham 1905, gross weight including mirror 9.7g. small down puff inside, no personal engravings, monograms etc.
Silver manicure items in a fitted case missing some items; another case with silver handled button hook, shoe horn and glove stretchers, Birmingham 1905, missing one item; a plain silver 25mm pill box, Birmingham 1921; a 35mm daisy shape silver patch box with turquoise guilloche enamel hinged cover, Birmingham 1920, small down puff inside; two silver nail buffers, Birmingham 1920/1921; a 75mm steel case with clasp holding a travelling syringe set, initials LS on cover.
A Second World War Camouflage Tank Crews Oversuit, labelled Size No.4 (38" to 40" chest) and dated 1945; a Second World War Windproof Camouflage Smock, labelled Size No.3 (35" to 37" chest) and dated 1944; a Pair of Second World War Windproof Camouflage Trousers, labelled Size No.4 (33" to 35" waist) and dated 1944; also, a Second World War large Soft Kit battle jerkin marked with broad arrow, Quorn MillsLtd., 1943, a similar ammunition jerkin dated 1948, and a Soft Kit battle jerkin for training purposes only (6)Condition report: 1 - Zips may have been replaced or restiched, in good working order. Two small tears to the back. Some soiling. One patch pocket has lost its upper popper.2 - Some tears and repairs.3 - Good clean condition.4 - Good condition.
A Quantity of Second World War/Post War Khaki Drill Uniforms, including a smock and trousers, two jackets with patch pockets, a pair of trousers, a pair of shorts, two shirts - one with slip on shoulder straps to a Captain IAOC; also, a snow suit smock and trousers, a cold weather peaked cap with sheepskin lined ear flaps, dated 1944, a No.2 service cap dated 1961, and a 1940 pattern battledress blouse to a Captain, labelled size 16 (39" to 40" chest) and dated 1946 (13)Condition report: Various worn conditions
A Second World War RAF Composite Flying Suit, comprising a pair of Irvin sheepskin lined leather flying trousers, with Air Ministry label Size 7, Waist 36"-38", Seat 42"-44", Leg 34 1/2", the brass zips with Lightning pull tabs and elasticated braces; an unlabelled sheepskin lined leather flying jacket with replaced front zip, and metal cuff zips with Aero pull tabs; a pair of sheepskin lined brown suede flying boots dated 1941, possibly size 7; a leather flying helmet and goggles (6)Condition report: Trousers with tears to each leg, zips work, one patch pocket missing with flap remaining, other patch pocket with loose stitching. Jacket wiht tears around the cuffs, some seams with stitch loss, cuff zips broken, main zip a replacement. Boots - rubberized seal around sole is perished, one inner leather zip flap coming unstitched, otherwise good. Helmet with no markings or ear pieces. Goggles with no visible markings.
Royal Humane Society, small bronze medal (successful) (Peter John Sargeant. 24th June 1952.) complete with bronze brooch buckle in its Elkington case of issue, good very fine £200-£240 --- ‘The rescue took place on 24 June 1952 on the mud flats at the mouth of the River Colne, at Ray Creek, Point Clear, St. Osyth, Essex. Barry Trevor Stock, aged 10 years, attempted to ride his cycle across the mud flats as a short cut to the far shore starting at about 9.00p.m. About 200 yards out, the front wheel dropped into a hole of soft mud and the boy fell into the hole with the bicycle on top of him. He struggled but could not get up, so he shouted for help. It was nearly an hour before his cries were heard and by that time it was quite dark. William Norman Station-Bevan, his wife and others tried to find the boy without avail. Station-Bevan then brought his car to the cliff top and lit up the flats with his headlights. This helped Peter John Sargeant and Harold Benjamin Glynn who were having difficulty in locating Stock from the sound of his cries. They sank to their waists in a soft patch, tried a fresh cast and reached the boy. Here Sargeant borrowed Glynn’s stick, clambered into the soft hole and freed the boy whom he carried to safety. Glynn, a sick man, could not assist in this being exhausted by his efforts. For their efforts in rescuing Barry Stock, Peter Sargeant, a schoolboy aged 15 years, was awarded the R.H.S. Bronze Medal and Harold Glynn, a window cleaner, aged 27 years, was awarded the R.H.S. Certificate on Vellum’ (Case No. 62,653).
A large New Hall 'Elephant' pattern imari tea and coffee servicecirca 1805comprising teapot and cover, twin-handled sucrier and cover, cream jug, ten coffee cups, thirteen teacups, sixteen saucers, two bread and butter plates and a slop bowl, pattern number 876(47)Condition report: Overall, the condition of the service is very good and there is no significant damages or any signs of restoration. Generally, the condition of both the paintwork and gilding is in a good, original condition. A full condition report is as follows:Coffee cans - 1 can has some stained crazing to the interior and underside of the base, alongside some further lighter crazing to the remainder of the body. 1 coffee can has several scratches to the underside of the base. 1 coffee can has a minute nibble to the foot rim. 1 coffee can has a manufacturing flaw to the foot rim, in the form of a small indentation that has been gilded over in the factory. 1 coffee can has a firing crack to the handle.Teacups - 1 teacup has a small patch of white paint to the exterior upper rim, but this would most likely come off with a little coaxing. 1 teacup has a firing crack to the handle. A few teacups have a few circular spots of light staining to the interior. 1 teacup has a crack descending from the upper rim and a patch of rubbing to the gilding, also to the rim.Saucers - 1 saucer has a Y-shaped crack. 1 saucer has a small foot rim chip and small patches of rubbing to the gilding around the rim. 1 saucer has a small nibble to the foot rim. 1 saucer has a short V-shaped crack to the rim. 1 saucer is crazed to the underside.Slop basin - some minor short scratches and general sign of use to the interior. Cream jug - Some patches of gilding wear on the edges of the handle.Plates - 1 plate has an old collector's label stuck over the top of the tree, which may affect the gilding underneath if it is removed.Sucrier - Slight firing crack to the underneath of the upper terminal of the handle and one longer, darker, firing crack to the interior of the rim. Teapot and cover - Very slight rubbing to the gilding on the tip of the spout and the very tip of the finial.No further damages or repairs. Please see additional images for the above.
A good early-mid 18th century oak dresser base, the later gallery back over a rectangular top with a scotia moulded edge, above three cockbeaded drawers, over an arc d'arbelette shaped apron on the front and sides, pierced in the centre with a heart, on boldly carved, chunky cabriole legs, 197cm wide x 50cm deep x 81cm highCondition report: Well figured and good colour. The ledge/back gallery later. Back edge of top on left with 15cm x 1cm patch. Old woodworm. Later handles and back-plates, one with later screws, but no evidence on the fronts of other handles and back-plates. Minor chip on right vertical cockbead of middle drawer and a small amount of buckling on top horizontal cockbead. Some cockbeads later. Age cracks and patinated chips and dents and scratches. Overall - above average condition.
A good George III mahogany, serpentine fronted chest of drawers, or commode, crossbanded and inlaid with floral marquetry and boxwood stringing, the moulded top with a central oval panel above 4 well-figured, graduated and cock-beaded long drawers, flanked on each side by a canted corner inlaid with a trailing floral festoon, the sides of the commode curved, raised on shaped bracket feet, inlaid with stringing and unusually the each front canted corner inlaid with a stylised acanthus-type flower, some minor damage, losses and restoration, 109cm wide x 64cm deep x 97.5cm highFootnote: It is common to find the canted corners of these late 18th century chests showing blind fretwork, but unusual to find them inlaid. It is still more rare to see marquetry decoration and more rare still to see the canted corners of the bracket feet inlaid with marquetry. This example has both these features. it begs the question, who made this. Lot 64 sold on the 18th of November 2009 at Bonhams Bond Street for £19,200 (including premium), shares very similar marquetry canted corners. The floral pendants are strikingly alike, but there are no other significant comparisons to be made.Clearly, the maker of this commode was of note. Whether it was someone like Henry Kettle, who incorporated oval medallion inlaid tops and inlaid canted corners on his George III serpentine fronted mahogany commodes (see lot 44 in Bonhams' Bond Street sale on the 11th of march 2015), it is difficult to say.Henry Kettle was based in 18 St Paul's Church Yard, London, from circa 1773. In 1774 he took over Philip Bells' business (number 23 St Paul's Church Yard). He is known to have operated until circa 1797 and to have made shaped chests, or commodes, as well as wardrobes, Pembroke tables and bookcases. He supplied Saltram house, Devon and Wolverley House in Worcestershire; other commissions included Longford Hall, Salop. Condition report: Some damage including chips along back edges and especially lower edge of moulding beneath bottom drawer and 14cm vertical crack back of left side. Dents consistent with age and use, including canted corners and top. Top with old patinated ring stains and marks and slight loss of colour.Losses, including 3cm x 2cm patch back left of top, 6cm section back of right side edge and much of border veneers of bracket feet. Water staining on feet.Restorations, including 5cm x 5cm rectangular patch and 2cm circular patch front left of top and left side of oval panel. Later handles, but sensitively done and so no visible dowels etc.Overall lovely colour, figuring and originality.
A George III silver salver, Richard Rugg I, London 1768, the circular salver with gadrooned and cast floral rim, raised on four ball and claw feet, 38.5cm wide, weight 45.75oztCR; Polished patch to the reverse, approximately 18cm long, indicating that an inscription or detail has been later erased or removed. There is scratching and wear throughout, most notably on the plain surfaces. No large dents, splits or repairs.
Ten Beatrix Potter figures, comprising: Pickles, model No. 2334, 12cm high, Pigling Bland (first variation: deep maroon jacket), model No. 1365/1, 10.5cm high, Jemima Puddleduck (first version: small size; first variation: gloss finish, yellow scarf clip), model No. 1092/1, 11cm high, Amiable Guinea Pig (style one), model No. 2061, 10.5cm high, Aunt Pettitoes, model No. 2276, 9.5cm high, Tommy Brock (first version: spade handle out; first variation: variable size eye patch), model No. 1348/1, 9cm high, Mr Jeremy Fisher (first version: small size; first variation: spotted legs), model No. 1157/1, 7.5cm high, Foxy Whiskered Gentleman (first version: small; first variation: gloss finish), model No. 1277/1, 13cm high, Mrs Tiggy-Winkle (first version: small size; second variation: gloss finish, plaid), model No. 1107/2, 8.5cm high, and Little Pig Robinson (first variation: blue striped dress), model No. 1104/1, 10cm high, all with BP-2a back stamp (10)
Attributed to Heinrich Maria von Hess (German, 1798-1863)Three wise mensigned with a monogram and dated 1829 c.r., oil on canvas41 x 32cmCondition report: The painting is executed in oil on a linen canvas support which is unlined. The canvas tension nis poor and there are general undulations across the surface. The canvas has suffered from scattered tears, one at the lower edge has been repaired at the reverse with a canvas patch. There is extensive overpaint in the lower left quadrant of the painting. The reason for the overpaint is unclear but presumably is due to damage or abrasion to the paint layer. The varnish is very glossy and slightly yellowed.
An elm cricket table,probably late 18th/early 19th century, the circular top above three legs with a joined 'T' stretcher,57cm diameter65cm highCondition report: Top faded and discoloured. An old patch repair, possiby suring up a split. Further knocks, losses and old repairs. Two vacant holes beneath the top, suggesting that there has been replacement to the legs. Leg joints a little loose. Old knocks, splits, losses wear and repair to legs and stretchers. Minor traces of worm. General wear commensurate with age and use.
A glass hookah pipe base, of recent manufacture, Indian, with dense blue foliate transfer decoration and gilt highlights,24cm highCondition report: Gilding worn and scratched. Small areas of loss and degradation to the decoration. Scratches and wear to underside, including a patch which appears to have been deliberately scratched.
A George III serpentine mahogany chest of drawers,with boxwood stringing and satinwood crossbanding, the shaped top over four long graduated drawers, with later ornate gilt metal bail handles and bracket feet, within shaped sides,99cm wide56cm deep84cm highCondition report: Handles later, one small veneer patch over each handle. Repolished at some time, old but not unsightly vertical veneer splits to the sides. Further minor splits and scuffs. Ready for a new home.
A George lll mahogany serpentine chest of drawers,18th century, the crossbanded top with canted corners over four graduated long drawers and on swept bracket feet,102cm wide52cm deep86cm highCondition report: Veneer missing to top of body below top, also from carcass below top left drawer. Crossbanding possibly later and has uneven surface in places. Repaired splits to both sides, top possibly replaced or re-veneered. Patch repairs to top edges of drawers. Light scratches to top. Some old restoration. Section added to front of side.
Postcards, Comic, a collection of 40 comic cards illustrated by Cynicus (Martin Anderson) and published by Cynicus Publishing Co. Tayport Fife. Themes include London flower girls, temperance, Scotsmen, drink, sea-side, water well, sewing patch on trousers, transport etc (mixed condition, fair/gd)
A late 19th Century French porcelain cushion-shape box, painted with shaped panels of gilt and flora on a blue ground, with jewelled decoration, 9cm wide (pseudo Sèvres mark), a late 19th Century Samson square porcelain box, ribbed sides, painted with floral festoons, 7cm wide, an 18th Century oval pink enamel patch box, circa 1790, the lid painted river scene with brass mounts, 4.5cm wide and a mid 19th Century faience curved rectangular snuff box, painted an 18th Century figure in woodland, 6cm wide CONDITION REPORT: Condition information is not usually provided in the description of the lot but is available upon request; the absence of a condition report does not imply that a lot is without imperfection
MASSACHUSETTS ARMS, USA A .54 CAPPING BREECH-LOADING CARBINE, MODEL 'GREENE'S PATENT BRITISH ISSUE', serial no. 1420, dated for 1856, with blued tapering round 18in. barrel, dove-tailed block and blade fore-sight, elevating ladder rear-sight, central section of outer barrel faceted for grip, plain receiver, long plain top-tang marked 'GREENE'S PATENT JUNE 27 1854', back-action lockplate fitted with 'Maynard's' tape priming system and marked 'MASS. ARMS CO. CHICOPEE FALLS USA 1856' a 'VR' crown cypher and 'MAYNARD'S PATENT SEPT 22 1845', plain hammer, walnut butt-stock with iron patch-box and semi-crescent heel-plate, saddle-ring to the trigger-guard tang, large trigger-guard bow with two triggers, the front one unlocking the barrel for loading, British ordnance stamps and no provision for fore-end, the whole with much finish remaining, overall length 34 1/2in., weight approximately 7lbs..
A GROUP OF 19TH AND 20TH CENTURY CERAMICS, including a Copeland & Garrett 'New Fayence' leaf moulded plate, printed and painted with peacocks and other exotic birds, diameter 23cm, cracked to underside from the rim, the top section of a comport, pierced scroll rim, handpainted with flowers and insects, a pair of unmarked pale blue Wedgwood style jasperware vases mounted on fluted gilt metal lamp bases, incomplete, height 17.5cm, a near pair of Art Nouveau Belgian pottery vases, three scrolled handles, mottled blue, brown and green glazes, impressed marks, a Belleek plate, a Victorian Jackfield cow creamer, s.d. and lacking cover, assorted ironstone plates, etc, s.d. and a.f. (17) (Condition report: some damage mentioned within top of comport has rough patch to underside where it has broken off the pedestal, Imari tea pot is a.f., tea cup has a small rough patch to the outer rim, Belgian vases have extensive crazing and some chips to the undersides of the bases, plates are in need of cleaning, etc)
19th century English school - Extensive North Country river landscape with mother and daughter on a riverside path, oil on canvas, 43 x 62cmCondition report: Original canvas, all good aside from three old patch repairs to reverse.Some overpaint to front over the patch repairs.Paint good and stable.Light craquelure all over but no breaking out.Frame with minor losses only.
{} Thomas Matthew Rooke RWS (1842-1942)"Autumn Leaves" (after J.E.Millais) With artist's inscribed label verso and dated 1904-05, watercolour, 48.5cm by 34cmThomas Matthew Rooke is known to have been a one-time assistant of Edward Burne-JonesProvenance: Mrs Celia Rooke, daughter-in-law of the artistStone Gallery, Newcastle Upon TyneCondition report: Light surface dirt trapped under glass. Fairly extensive small-sized foxing spots throughout sheet although most notably in the sky and to the central figures face. Maintains good colour depth. Sporadic areas of surface bloom/mildew in areas, particularly noticeable within the green of the central figures dress. It would seem likely that this picture was stored within relatively damp conditions. There is a patch of white to the left of the pile of leaves likley by design (see images). Tiny white mark to right of bottom edge, possible tear? approx 0.5cm. Not examined out of the frame. For further information please contact the department.
^ Thomas Bush Hardy RBA (1842-1897)"Margate"Signed, inscribed and dated 1883, watercolour, together with a further companion watercolour depicting ships at a pier, bearing same artist signature and date 1882, 32cm by 49.5cm & 33cm by 39.5cm respectively (2)Condition report: Example with lighthouse; light surface dirt and debris trapped under frame. Paper has slipped in frame. Slightly down on colour, slight time staining to sheet, small sized foxing spots throughout sheet although a more concentrated patch at middle of right-hand edge. Slight cockle to paper. Not examined out of the frame. Example with windmill; In broadly comparable condition to the above although displays more consistent foxing throughout the sky and heavier time staining most notably to the top edge although not exclusively. Not examined out of the frame.
Circle of Salomon de Bray (1597-1664) DutchA Shepherdess (c.1630)Oil on canvas, 77.5cm by 64.5cm Footnote: A pastoral portrait of considerable presence, comparable in numerous respects with known works by de Bray. See, for example, A Shepherdess, c.1625, Bristol Museum and Art Gallery (K2834)Condition report: Relined, cleaned and revarnished. Slight surface dirt and discoloured varnish. Paint surface slightly flattened by the restoration process. Fine stable cracquelure throughout. Several passages of infilling, retouching and overpainting. Most notably to all four edges, throughout the sitter's right hand, a patch of her right sleeve and a further patch on her chest below her white shawl. Other areas mostly to the background show signs of restoration.
Follower of Sir Godfrey Kneller (1646-1723)Portrait of an elegant lady, half-length, wearing a green velvet robe over a white chemiseOil on canvas, 60cm dia. (oval)Condition report: In fully restored condition. Slightly stiffly relined, cleaned and revarnished. The varnish has started to deteriorate and is showing as white or chalky within the craquelure mostly within the background and across her left shoulder. Some general rubbing and abrasions to outer edges. Surface somewhat flattened from restoration process. Vaguely H shaped patch of retouching and overpainting directly below the lady's chin, likely to repair old tear or damage. Horizontal line of retouching running from the base of the lady's neck outwards into the background approx. 4-5cm in length and another broadly number 7 shaped patch within the background to the right of this. Retouching across upper curv. 2-3 futher fairly small patches of retouching to the upper right background. Her eyelids have been delicately strengthened. Retouching to lower right hand side curve. The two curls across her forehead have been delciately strengthened. Some of aformentioned retouching has slightly deteriorated and is visible with the naked eye. Otherwise in a stable and reasonably presentable state of preservation.
Attributed to Cornelius Beavis Durham (1809-1884)St.Peter and St.JohnIndistinctly signed to stretcher verso, oil on canvas, 29cm by 34.5cmCondition report: Original canvas which is slightly loose and buckling on stretcher. Visible stretcher shadow, pronounced fine stable cracquelure throughout. Likely small repaired puncture to the right of St Paul's eye, no more than 0.5cm across. Tiny incongruous looking patch between second and third finger of St Peter's left hand. Small back to front abrasion bottom edge left of keys. Several tiny losses and surface abrasions consistent with age, some slight frame rubbing to visible edges. General surface dirt and discoloured varnish.
Attributed to Charles Jervas (1675-1739) IrishPortrait of a young lady, half-length, wearing a brown satin dress with white chemise and royal blue silk wrap, in a feigned ovalOil on canvas, 72cm by 59.5cmCondition report: In fully restored condition, relined cleaned and revarnished. Slightly stiff wax reline however surface retains a reasonable amount of texture and feel although some of the original impasto has clearly been slightly flattened from the restoration process. Delicate and sporadic retouching to upper left-hand corner with slightly larger retouches in evidence within the upper right-hand corner. Tiny retouches to old flaked paint within the face which is of a minimal amount and a slightly more concentrated patch of retouching within the upper right-hand side of her hair. The dark pigments at her left-hand shoulder running down to the bust is likely overpainted. Some of the general orche tone within her dress across right-hand sleeve and bodice have likely undergone strengthening as has the overall outline of her frame and the darker coloured drapery at her left-hand side elbow. Some of the finer wisps of her hair possibly strengthened in addition to elements of her eyebrows. The shadows and definition within the right-hand side white sleeve would look to have received some general strengthening. Areas of varying sized cracquelure and otherwise in a highly presentable state of preservation.
Attributed to Robert Edge Pine (1727-1788)Portrait of a gentleman, half-length, wearing a mauve silk waistcoat and jacket decorated with gold buttons and a powdered wig, in a feigned ovalOil on canvas, 74.5cm by 61.5cmProvenance: Collection of Baron Rees-Mogg, Quondam Editor and Director of The Times, Vice Chairman of the BBC, Chairman of the Arts Council & High Sheriff of Somerset, Ston Easton Park, Somerset (by repute)Condition report: In fully restored condition. Relined, cleaned and revarnished. Sporadic patches of retouching, infilling and overpainting to background. Notable patch of restoration to upper right-hand corner. Minor, delicate notes of restoration within the sitter's forehead, nose and powdered wig. There are minor patches of retouching to his waistcoat and jacket. Relatively widely spaced cracquelure throughout. Brushwork slightly flattened by reline. Areas of retouching within background slightly deteriorated and are visible with the naked eye. Otherwise appears sound.
{} William Powell Frith RA (1819-1909)"The Fortune Teller"Signed and dated 1874, oil on canvas, 125cm by 100cm Provenance: Arthur Volkins, LondonCondition report: Original canvas which is slightly loose on stretcher and buckling to upper left-hand corner. Some Rubbing and losses to left-hand side edge. with some fairly rudimentary retouching especially along lower half. The paint is thin/abraided and retouched in mostly the upper part of the scarlet bow. Further small patch of retouching/strengthening below the cards. Crack to the surface above her head approx 6cm and right. Patch of basic visible and flaking retouching at her left shoulder within her hair approximately 1cm wide by 3cm in length - with possible associated repair patch to reverse (obscured by stretcher?). Flaking paint along lower edge and lower right-hand corner (see images) with a band of rudimentary visible retouching. Aside from obvious losses the paint is also slightly lifting and looking somewhat precarious in this general vicinity. Patch of black tape to reverse upper left of stretcher (see images). Widely spaced essentially stable cracquelure throughout elsewhere. Stretcher shadow. Odd minor scuff/abrasion. Surface dirt discoloured and slightly deteriorated varnish. For further information please contact the department.
French School (c.1700)Christ displaying his wounds to his DisciplesOil on canvas, 99.5cm by 97cm, unframedCondition report: Relined. Various scuffs and abrasions to outer edges. There is a horizontal band approx. 2cm in width overall along lower edge with various losses (see images). Oval shaped damage/repair between Christ's arm and body on his right approx. 1cm by 0.5cm with associated patch to reverse. Tilted N shaped deep scratch with losses within the vicinity across Christ's thumb and fingers with longest length intersecting into his ribcage (see images). Further cluster of much more superficial and small sized scuffs and scratches running along Christ's left arm and between his left hand and the clasped hands of the Disciple stood in proximity. 2-4 further surface scratches below and centre of Christ's feet approx. 6cm beneath (se images). Other relatively minor and less notable scuffs scratches and abrasions elsewhere to the surface. Some possible stregntening around the heads of the three standing Disciples to right of Christ. Surface dirt and discoloured varnish etc...
Johann Nepomuk Mayrhofer (1764-1832) AustrianA still life of variegated Tulips, Narcissus, Roses and Convolvulus arranged in a wicker basket on a stone ledge with butterflies feeding and in the surroundingInitialled, oil on canvas, 44cm by 36.5cmFootnote: Mayrhofer, whose work often reveals the influence of early Dutch masters such as Ambrosius Bosschaert, was highly regarded in his time for fruit and flower pieces which, according to The Dictionary of 19th Century Austrian Painters, ‘he managed to render with great realism and an extraordinary freshness in the colours thanks to his great technical skills’.Condition report: In fully restored condition, relined, cleaned and revarnished. The brown to rust coloured butterfly at the top of the arrangement is likely strengthened throughout. The dark green and shadowy leaves approx. 1/3 down of the arragnement on the left hand side have likely been strengthened as have some of the corresponding dark green silohuettes of foliage between Delphiniums and the prominent Tulip forming the finial of the display. The upper right hand side of the monogram on the horizonal has been delicately retouched. There are approx. 3 tiny retouches within the outer petals of the prominent central pink Rose laid on the stone top and within the leaf right and below of this. There is little further to discern under a UV light but it does not exclude the possiblity of further considered intervention - for example there is a subtle but slightly incongrous looking essentialy rectangular patch of darker paint at the tip of the delicate sprig on the right hand side of the decoration and detailing to denote the dark purple Tulip on the right hand side which could have also recvied a degree of restoration. A band of medium sized craquelure to centre of stone ledge which is beginning to show signs of lifting. Light surface dirt and discoloured varnish.
A George I Walnut and Boxwood Strung Straight Front Chest on Stand, 2nd quarter 18th century, the moulded top above three frieze drawers with three deep drawers below with pierced brass handles and escutcheon, on a stand with three drawers above an arched apron, on later turned legs joined by a flattened stretcher and bun feet, 99cm by 54cm by 151cmCondition report: Chest, the top section is later, moulding around the middle some various natural ? gaps/splits, drawer front, and dust boards, small veneer losses, some deep scratches between top small drawers, bottom drawer on top section has split to veneer, end panel, the base section heavily scuffed, small areas of veneer patch repairs, mainly base section around the arched apron with some small wormholes evident, further small losses of veneer around the stretcher, brasses seem original - see images, drawer linings are pine
^ An Early 19th Century Irish Mahogany and Brass-Mounted Serving Table, of concave shaped form with moulded edge above a frieze decorated with a Greek Key pattern, on reeded tapering legs with brass-capped toes and castors, 151cm by 51cm by 92cmCondition report: Shrinkage split running down the middle, see image, modern leather interior, a section of veneer missing, front left hand corner, timber on legs, dry and faded, patch repair also visible on the top, some old decay and wormholes around the legs
A William IV Rosewood Circular Dining Table, 2nd quarter 19th century, the moulded and crossbanded edge above a plain frieze, on a carved bulbous support with moulded socle, triform base and three carved and scrolled feet with recessed castors, 135cm by 72cmCondition report: Good quality rosewood, with good grain and colour, the top does have some scratches, some deep with some shrinkage splits around the moulding, also a split visible, approximately 10cm in length, a small split on the opposing side, carved bulbous support, patch repair, see images, scroll feet more losses
An 18th century South Staffordshire Bilson style blue enamel patch box, 4cm wide, together with another (2)Condition report: White box has a chip to one corner, metal is tarnsihed and generally dirty. Blue box has a repair to the enamel on the lid and the base and is crazed inside. Both have wear to the decoration.
A 1935 Royal Doulton Lambeth stoneware bowl, with incised floral decoration, impressed marks verso, 28.5cm diameter, together with a similar 1935 Royal Doulton Lambeth stoneware vase, decorated with butterflies, 16.5cm high, and a pair of similar Royal Doulton stoneware vases, 15.5cm high (4)Condition report: Pair of vases: One has a large crack from the rim across the body.Butterfly vase: intact.Bowl: There is a lot of scratching to the interior. There is also a large patch over the glaze that presumably covers a repair (see additional image).
A royal blue Chinese robe, medium sized, from the early to mid 1930's, the back of the robe is embellished in a gold dragon design, the Chinese designed sleeves are of a slit design, fully lined in duck egg blue design, together with a claret designed opera coat by Harrods, from the 1930's, the rich brocade has a pleated design down the front and two patch pockets, fully lined, taffeta / grosgrain, size slightly bell shaped sleeves
A Victorian silver sugar bowl, beaded floral border above wyvern fluted body, embossed floral decoration, on three lion's head and paw feet, the bowl centre engraved with initials, hallmarked by Thomas Smiley, London, 1865, 4.63 ozt (143.8 grams)Condition: two patch repairs to splits on underside of border
Adolphe Milich (1884-1964)'Untitled portrait of nude female', oil on canvas, signed lower left, 71cm x 58.5cmInformation: By repute the female sitter is the artist's wife. There is no written provenance for this, this is passed on from the vendor. Condition report: Overall display wear to the frame as expected. It is not the original frame. Crazing to the paint. There is a patch applied to the reverse of the canvas, which is likely to be an old repair. This is not noticeable from the front.
Vintage blue fox fur coat with metal clasp. (B.P. 21% + VAT) One slightly bare patch (see additional pics) Generally, good condition. No obvious stains, colour seems good, no unpleasant odour. Approx. size 10 Approx. 115cmlong - shoulder to hem Approx 52cm armpit to armpit. Armpit to cuff approx. 45cm. Full width approx. 152cm bottom hem approx. 76cm from side to side. Possibly size 10
A ROYAL DUX BISQUE PORCELAIN FIGURE GROUP, early 20th century, modelled as two skaters, the young man kneeling and tying the right skate of his female companion who is resting her right hand on his shoulder, model 2686, printed Czechoslovakia in green, grey patch mark, 16 1/4" high (Est. plus 21% premium inc. VAT)No apparent chips, cracks or restoration
A PEPPERPOT PERCUSSION PISTOL, by Liversidge Gainsbro, with 3 3/4" cluster of six barrels, overhammer action with fine foliate scrollwork, maker's name to the action tang, finely chequered walnut grip and patch box to the metal butt cap, 9 1/2" overall (Illustrated) (Est. plus 21% premium inc. VAT)Action not working, the hammer raises and falls with strength, but the barrel sticks on rotation. one action screw missing. Oxidation darkening to metalwork.
A THIRD REICH DRESS BAYONET, with 9 3/4" blade, reichsadler applied to the grip, metal scabbard and leather frog, 15 7/8" long, together with 1939 cross, Mother's medal and Limburgse Jagers badge (4) (Est. plus 21% premium inc. VAT)Bayonet generally good, but damaged frog. Button non-functioning. Small patch of oxidation to cross, damage to enamel of mother's medal. No pin for Jager badge.
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