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Lot 5
Charlie Higson's books include the young James Bond series and his recent seven-part zombie horror series for teenagers, The Enemy. He has worked in TV, radio and films as a writer, performer, producer and director on shows including 'The Fast Show' and 'Broadchurch'. Charlie is currently working on a new fantasy series (publication date to be confirmed) and is offering the opportunity for the winning bidder to name a character in the first novel in the series. *Please note, the winner's name may be adapted in order to fit with the fantasy setting.
Lot 348
Shaw (George Bernard, playwright and polemicist, 1856-1950) Collection of material relating to a wireless interview with George Bernard Shaw by Maurice Webb in Durban, South Africa, 1935, comprising: 7 autograph questions and answers prepared by Shaw for interview; ALs to Maurice Webb, 1p., Marine Hotel, Durban, 3rd April 1935, "I think the enclosed is the best lay-out for a discursive chat over the wireless. Anyhow you can alter it to suit yourself"; ALs to Maurice Webb, 2pp. & envelope, RMMV Winchester Castle, 3rd June 1935, giving his views of Roy Campbell, (1901-57) South African poet and satirist, "That poet of yours is a curiosity of literature because he is an extraordinarily precise reproduction of Byron... . I shall call him Childe Campbell. He makes every landscape tragic, and sees in it a framework for his own dark destiny," reporting on the return journey, "The ship rolled frightfully for the first two days; but we did not miss a meal; and we have just returned from the equatorial heat and resumed our nightclothes," and giving best wishes to Webb's children; and 4 other related pieces, including a typed lay out for the radio interview, photograph of Shaw being interviewed by Webb, a typed account of Bernard Shaw by Webb after his death in 1950 and a newspaper cutting of Shaw's visit by Webb, first autographs by Shaw in pencil, folds, v.s., v.d. (14 pieces). ⁂ "The best lay-out for a discursive chat over the wireless." - GBS. One of the agreed questions: "When we first met, you were Chairman of the publication committee of the Fabian Society. Those were great days for political and social pamphlets. How do you regard the result of that pamphleteering?" - Webb. "Answer that the complete insensibility of the governing classes to the activities of the intelligentsia & the waste of political talent through the Oxford & Cambridge system, Example of recent London broadcasts." - GBS. Included is an appreciation of GBS written by Webb after his death in 1950 in which he records the Shaw's reaction to the death of T.E. Lawrence, "My wife and I were with Mr. & Mrs. Shaw when word was brought of the death of Lawrence of Arabia. Both were clearly affected. G.B.S. said that the way death had come, as a result of a spectacular motor accident, was fitting to the personality of Lawrence. He turned aside from our conversation he must prepare a public statement on the news." - Maurice Webb. Maurice Webb (1890-1966), publisher.
Lot 25
1963 Jaguar MK II 3.8 Litre Featuring notably slimmer roof pillars than its MKI forebear, the immortal Jaguar MKII was as airy on the inside as it was elegant on the outside. Its monocoque bodyshell was equipped with independent coil-sprung front suspension and a well located live rear axle, 12-inch disc brakes all round and recirculating ball steering. The model could be specified with a 2.4, 3.4 or 3.8-litre version of Jaguar's race-proved, DOHC inline, six-cylinder XK engine. The interior was quintessentially British with its sumptuous leather-covered seats, polished wood facia and door cappings, comprehensive instrumentation and impressive row of auxiliary toggle switches. The attention to detail and build quality of the MKII were remarkable for the price. Equipped with the 220bhp 3.8-litre engine, the Jaguar was reputedly capable of sprinting to 60mph in 8.5 seconds and on to a top speed of 125mph. Some 30,141 3.8s were produced between 1959 and 1967. Finished in Dark Green with Tan leather upholstery, this particular example boasts a manual overdrive gearbox and chrome wire wheels. Purchased by the current keeper in 2012, it was the subject of a extensive restoration between 1997 and 2001. This included: a bare metal respray during which the colour was changed from the original Golden Sand; the engine was refurbished to standard specification; the original manual gearbox was replaced by a later all-synchromesh unit; the suspension was lowered and rebushed; power steering was added; the bumpers and rear lights were rechromed; the headlining, carpets, facia, wheels, tyres, spinners and radio were all renewed. More recently a Kenlowe fan, electronic ignition, new starter motor and custom header tank have been fitted. The vendor not surprisingly now regards the bodywork, paintwork, interior trim, engine and gearbox as all being in "very good order" and 'APG 401B' is offered with a fresh MOT certificate. A fine looking example of a great motorcar.
Lot 52
1979 Lotus Esprit 'Commemorative' - No 99 from the limited production run of just 99 UK supplied examples - Subject to a machinal overhaul in 2007 and offered with an MOT into Dec 2017 - 61,000 recorded miles and offered with letter of authenticity from Lotus The first and arguably most memorable of the early Esprit limited editions was officially dubbed the World Championship Commemorative Model, but is better known to enthusiasts as the John Player Special (JPS), as its distinctive black and gold livery was inspired by the ground-effect JPS-sponsored championship-winning Lotus 79 cars of the period; as raced by Mario Andretti and Ronnie Peterson. It was originally planned to build 200, but in the end it is believed 185 were produced; 99 for the UK; 56 for the US and 30 for the rest of the world. The eye-catching specification included: gold-coloured side stripes complete with 'World Champion' lettering; gold-coloured windscreen surround and alloy wheels; gold-effect corduroy inserts for the race-style seating; three-spoke leather-clad sports steering wheel in place of the standard plastic offering; and Hitachi Digi-One radio/cassette. The 1973cc 16-valve DOHC engine delivered a feisty 160bhp, which was sufficient to sprint the 1980 lb fibreglass-bodied two-seater to 60mph in 6.8 seconds and on to a top speed of 124mph. Production ran from December 1978 to July 1979. The extremely smartly-presented example offered here hails from April 1979. It is the last UK example being the 99th built and was previously a member of a private collection. 'JNH 836T' was the subject of a mechanical overhaul in 2007 that included: the chassis being checked, prepared and painted; attention to the brakes and electrical system; new suspension bushes, front springs, gearbox bushes, tyres and water hoses. More recently the wheels have been refurbished with new wheel centres and the Lotus, currently displaying 61,258 miles, is being offered complete with: DVLA ownership history; original owner's handbook and workshop manual; Lotus authenticity letter; 2 sets of keys; collection of invoices and old MOTs, and one valid until December 27th. The vendor currently classes this extremely collectable Esprit as having 'very good' bodywork, paintwork, interior trim and five-speed manual gearbox and 'good' Lotus 907 engine and is said to drive 'exceptionally' well.
Lot 85
1965 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud III Drophead Coupe PLEASE NOTE: Although offered with a V5 Registration Document, this vehicle has an 'export' marker recorded against it with the DVLA. Always keen to present customers with as much choice as possible, Rolls-Royce overlapped the production lives of the Silver Cloud III and its Silver Shadow successor by more than a year. While the latter model was undeniably more technologically advanced, it was (a) initially only available as a four-door standard steel saloon and (b) lacked the sheer road presence / grandeur of its forebear. Based around a version of the 'Bentley 9' modular platform, the Cloud III may not have been 'cutting edge' by 1966 standards but it was still a wonderfully refined motorcar. Featuring independent coil and wishbone front suspension, a leaf-sprung semi-floating back axle (complete with hypoid bevel final drive), hydraulic shock absorbers (adjustable at the rear), power steering and servo-assisted drum brakes, its enormously strong cruciform-braced box-section chassis provided a wonderful foundation for coachbuilders to practice their art. Powered by a 6230cc OHV V8 mated to four-speed automatic transmission, it also had the benefit of near 120mph performance. Society in the 1960s however was changing rapidly and, among others, the era of the chauffeur-driven car was coming to an end. Rolls-Royce had to make changes too. One of the more striking designs available, this Mulliner, Park Ward Drophead Coupe was aimed at owner-drivers. It owed its beautifully sleek profile to Norwegian-born stylist Vilhelm Koren, who pioneered its 'straight-through' wing line and 'cut-back' wheelarches on the Bentley S2 Continental chassis. Afterwards these lines were successfully carried over to its successors and also to the initially more conservative Rolls-Royces. Visually updated by the diagonal placement of their quad headlights, which gave it its nickname 'Chinese Eye', the Koren-designed Cloud IIIs (available in both fixed- and drophead coupe guises) thus boasted a decidedly avant-garde, yet majestic look. Not surprisingly, the modernist design attracted a younger clientele like actors and musicians. Offered here is Drophead Coupe chassis CSC11B that was delivered new by Jack Barclay to a Mr Sidney E Dale of Plaistow, London on May 17th 1965. It started life in Regal Red but received a change of image in the 1980s and is these days finished in the elegant combination of Mid Metallic Blue teamed with Beige hide interior. The car contains numerous factory options like a heavy gauge frame, an electrically operated aerial, electric windows with emergency manually-operated handles/cranks, an electrically operated hood mechanism, hood cover and a radio. It also has a cocktail cabinet with crystal glasses and carafe under the dashboard. The Rolls-Royce's next keeper was none other than Kenney Jones, one time drummer for the Small Faces, Faces and later The Who after the death of Keith Moon. In 1993 the Coupe passed to another famous musician, Mr Evangelos Papathanassiou, better known as Vangelis, who retained it for the next twenty-three years, yet hardly ever drove it. The Rolls-Royce was recently unearthed from a London garage and, though running well, its general lack of use means that a degree of re-commissioning would be advisable - especially in relation to the brakes and electric hood mechanism. The vendor currently grades the engine and transmission as 'very good' and the coachwork, paintwork, and interior trim as 'good'. This fascinating and rare Cloud III comes complete with build sheet, option list, correspondence and V5s.
Lot 317
Collection of books on various subjects, to include literature with books by Conan-Doyle, Longfellow, Rudyard Kipling; children's books to include annuals and two Beatrix Pottter books; a Radio Times Christmas Southern Edition 1941; a quantity of ephemera and local history items relating to Hastings, Devon etc
Lot 174
1966 WORLD CUP ITEMS - a signed print of John Edwards' (Jedd) work 'Football Heroes - Nine Plus Three (circ. 1966) signed by 9 players (60x33cm), an England v Mexico 1961 official match programme signed by Jimmy Greaves, a 1966 Radio Times World Cup Number, Football Monthly's World Cup Souvenir programme, a Daily Express World Cup Guide and a 2006 Sporting Legends - Bobby Moore issue.
Lot 784
A Middle Eastern white metal Christmas presentation salver, of lobed form and with profuse engraved decoration of foliage inhabited by birds, inscribed 'SQD LDR H. QUITTENDEN 25.12.50', diameter 31 cm; together with a Norah Wellings Airman doll and an Air Ministry Mk III F* Navigational Computer. Harold Quittenden served a night fighter Radio Observer and instructor during the Second World War, and was stationed afterwards at R.A.F. Habbaniya, Iraq. (See also lot **)
Lot 505
The Air Force Cross group of seven medals to Squadron Leader Harold Quittenden, R.A.F., comprising: A.F.C., George VI, reverse dated 1944 (L.G. supplement 36544, 8th June 1944); 1939-45 Star; Atlantic Star; Italy Star; Burma Star; 1939-45 War Medal; Coronation Medal 1953; mounted for wearing and offered with mounted miniature group; Czechoslovak Observers Badge, cased and with certificate; two log books; and a collection of photographs and other associated ephemera. Medals good very fine, Czechoslovak badge extremely fine.. The recipient was born in London, 11th November 1907. He held Aero club certificate 19883, dated 28th August 1939. His commission as Acting Pilot Officer (R.A.F.V.R.) came 13th December 1939 and he then trained under No 1 Air Armament School at R.A.F. Manby, qualifying as Air Gunner, 3rd February 1940. He next joined 608 Squadron R.A.F., flying, among other types, Hudsons and Bothas; as well as undertaking a further round of training to qualify as Gunnery Leader in October 1940. February of the following year saw a move to 68 Squadron,where his career as a Radio Observer in night fighters began. The role of a Radio Observer was to operated the radar equipment that enables night fighters (in this case, initially Blenheims; latterly Beaufighters) to home in on their targets. On the 29th August 1942 he was in action against the Luftwaffe during the 'Norwich Blitz' - one of Germany's notorious 'Baedeker Raids', in which sites of cultural interest were deliberately targeted by bombers in revenge for the destruction of Lubeck. On this occasion he appears, with his pilot Sqn Ldr Howden, to have damaged a Heinkel He III. During this period he evidently showed great aptitude as an instructor: 68 Squadron included a significant proportion of Czech airmen, and Quittenden's diligence in schooling them in the work of Radio Observers was recognised by the honourary award of the Czechoslovak Observer's Badge by Air Vice-Marshal K. Janousek in October 1942. Another notable night time sortie was the early 'Ranger' operation against the Dortmund-Ems Canal, 16th February 1943, in which he and his pilot, Wg Cdr Dotteridge, straffed canal barges and lorries with their Beaufighter. Following service in the Mediterranean and the Far East, Quittenden returned to England, where October 1944 found him in command of Mk X Conversion Flight, a unit dedicated to instructing U.S. and British crews in the use of the latest radar equipment. His A.F.C. had been gazetted in a supplement to the Birthday Honours in June of that year. The post-war period took the recipient to R.A.F. Habbaniya, in Iraq, where his off duty time was devoted to equestrian pursuits.
Lot 75
Orsini Latino. Trattato del radio latino istrumento giustissimo & facile più d'ogni altro per prendere qual si voglia misura, & positione di luogo, tanto in cielo come in terra... In Roma: appresso Marc'Antonio Moretti, et Iacomo Brianzi, 1586. In-8° (mm 176x117). Pagine [16], 112. Con numerose illustrazioni xilografiche nel testo, marca xilografica al frontespizio, capilettera incisi su legno. Alle pagine 55 e 59 nuove figure sono state incollate dal tipografo su quelle stampate per errore. Fioriture marginali e aloni diffusi, più forti all'inizio e alla fine del volume. Pagina 59 danneggiata, ma integra. Legatura in cartonato moderno. Seconda edizione assai rara di questo trattato, dopo la prima uscita nel 1583, nella quale il celebre matematico e astronomo perugino Egnazio Danti presenta lo strumento ideato da Latino Orsini. Il trattato si apre con la descrizione dello strumento, "composto di un'asta centrale sulla quale si muovono quattro aste snodate a forma di parallelogramma e munite di visori. Sulle aste sono tracciate varie scale di misura, come quella dei gradi, il quadrato delle ombre, la divisione in braccia, la rosa dei venti, gli angoli di poligoni regolari inscritti nel cerchio, e i diametri delle palle d'artiglieria. Nel manico è inserita una bussola. Una volta chiuso, lo strumento veniva riposto in un fodero, assumendo le sembianze di un pugnale." (c.f.r. Museo Galileo, Firenze). A seguire, il Danti ne svela l'utilizzo che spazia da quello più propriamente astronomico, come il calcolo dell'altezza del sole dei pianeti e delle stelle fisse, all'impiego dell'attrezzo nella navigazione o in artiglieria, col calcolo della gittata dei proiettili. "Edizione rarissima... al pregio letterario scientifico che esse (le opere, n.d.r.) presentano, come appartenenti ad uno dei più distinti matematici del XVI secolo, s'aggiunga l'importanza bibliografica di opere in massima parte stampate con molta accuratezza da benemeriti tipografi" (Riccardi I, 393).
Lot 2174
1964 Humber Hawk Registration Number: 753 CKX Date Of First Registration: 13/10/1964 Vin Number: B54000013ODHSO Engine Number: B54000013 MOT Expiry: No Current MOT V5C Present Listing: 3 Former Keepers Current Mileage Shown: 10,810 miles 2267 CC Black The Humber Hawk was produced by Humber Cars Ltd between 1945 and 1967. Various versions of the car were produced and this particular car is one of the later models a series IV saloon that featured an extra window behind the rear doors and a slightly flatter roof profile. Body number FSF20006. Presented in black with a beige vinyl interior featuring bench seat and column mounted four speed manual transmission with overdrive and power assisted steering. Cosmetically the car has had a fairly recent repaint that was not carried out to the best of standards and could ideally do with a repaint certainly in places if not the whole vehicle (see the condition report). Complete with early green log book and owners manual. Also supplied with some previous MOT certificates (see condition report). Buyer's premium of 10% (+VAT) applies to this lot The panel fit and condition of the vehicle is generally good with the exception of the paint-work which is of a poor standard. Most panels have micro-blistering with the worst the o/s front wing. The scuttle panel is in poor condition with signs of repair and corrosion around both wiper arms. There is a large section of paint missing from beneath the o/s wiper arm and heavy corrosion is apparent. The engine bay of the car is very tidy as is the boot area. The roof and both rear quarter panels have areas where the paint has shrunk and sunk. Both front and rear bumpers are straight but have signs of pitting on both. The front grille has rust on most areas. The interior is very presentable with good carpet set and only one small split in the front bench seat on the back rest o/s approx 1.5 inch long. Wood veneer on the dash is cracked. Period radio fitted. The spare wheel is present along with brace. Front tyres are both Hankook with good tread. Rear tyres are both Pace with good tread. Mot history as follows: 2015 @ 10210 2014 @ 9927 2013 @ 9741 2012 @ 9505 2005 @ 01608 1989 @ 01601 1988 @ 01327 1987 @ 01130 1985 @ 00013
Lot 2180
1987 Ford Sierra Cosworth 3 Door Registration Number: D831 XRN Date Of First Registration: 30/03/1987 Vin Number: WFOEXXGBBEGR93257 Engine Number: GR93257 MOT Expiry: 28/05/2017 V5C Present Listing: 6 former keepers Current Mileage Shown: 56,239 miles 1993 CC BlueThe original Ford Sierra Cosworth was introduced at the 1985 Geneva Motor Show and was based on the 3 door Sierra body shell, it was designed by Ford's special vehicle engineering department (SVE) and was fitted with the now legendary 2.0 litre DOHC 16 valve Cosworth engine producing 204 bhp with the help of a Garret T3 turbocharger.This Moonstone blue 3 door Cosworth is in lovely shape with good panel gaps and only a couple of very minor marks. The Recaro interior is in great shape with an unusual crack free dash. Fitted with the correct period Ford radio although not currently working. Original cross spoke 15" alloy wheels, whale tail, sunroof electric windows, central locking etc. The only items that appear to be non standard are that the vehicle has been fitted with a deadlock system to the n/s rear quarter panel and full stainless steel magnex exhaust with 4" tail-pipe.Supplied with 17 previous MOT certificates, and a replacement service book with three stamps in 2006 @ 51853, 2007 @ 52056 and 2010 @ 53130. Recent receipts for work carried out.Despite the limited history supplied with the car it is a very straight example and drives as it should with tight gearbox and the brakes stop the vehicle in a nice straight line.Buyer's premium of 10% (+VAT) applies to this lot The Sierra is in good shape but has obviously had a full repaint at some stage. The Recaro seats are in good shape with only a little sag to the drivers side lower outer section/bolster. The dashboard is undamaged no splits or cracks. Electric windows and mirrors operate correctly. Period radio fitted although not working. The parcel shelf is in good shape although not the original type. The carpets are in good order with a couple of burn marks present. Under the bonnet is very tidy with obvious signs of leaks. The o/s suspension strut top does have signs of surface rust. Signs of repair around the boot lock and also the lower o/s edge of the boot-lid. o/s/r quarter panel has signs of repair to the front edge below the side window. n/s/f wheel arch spat paint is cracked on the lower edge. n/s/f wing sits slightly proud at the lower rear edge.(both front wings appear to have been replaced at some stage) n/s/r quarter panel has a small dent mid way up. Alloys all in good order with a matched set of Kumho tyres all with good tread. Mot history as follows: 2016 @ 56089 2015 @ 55836 2014 @ 55596 2013 @ 55090 2012 @ 54209 2011 @ 53134 2010 @ 52754 2009 @ 52363 2007 @ 51991 2005 @ 44916 2004 @ 35686 2003 @ 28250 2002 @ 26887 1998 @ 25873 1995 @ 25840 1992 @ 24580 1990 @ 20806 No further mot history present.
Lot 2178
Rolls Royce Corniche 1972 Registration number: KSN 264L Date Of First Registration: 26/10/1972 Vin Number: CRH 13581 Engine Number 13581 MOT Expiry: 16/04/2017 V5C Present Listing: 7 Former Keepers Current Mileage Shown: 46,149 miles 6750 CC Red/Cream The Rolls Royce Corniche was developed from the Rolls Royce Silver Shadow with the two door variants of that model initially sold as the ''Silver Shadow Mulliner Park Ward two door fixed head coupe'' not surprisingly that mouthful was dropped and the name Corniche applied, the name originally stems from the French and Italian name for a coastal-cliff top road. This Stunning Corniche is presented in maroon with a cream everflex roof and absolutely beautiful cream leather interior piped with maroon. Supplied by Mann Egerton and Co of London on the 09/11/1972. These Rev counter cars are very rare and the extremely low mileage indicated would appear to be correct, when purchased by its current keeper the vehicle was supplied with previous MOT certificates to help authenticate the mileage these have since been misplaced. Complete with the original carpet set still with HJ Mulliner Park Ward initials on the rubber foot rest, maroon lambs wool over mats, burr walnut dashboard and door capping's with only one small blemish under the o/s/r window. The front seats are in very good order with electric operation (fully working) and only minor wear to the drivers seat consistent with age and mileage. The rear seat appears to have never been sat upon in it is truly unmarked. The original period 8 track radio is still fitted along with a Blaupunkt cassette player. The headlining is in excellent condition and all gauges and test functions operate correctly, all electrically operated windows function correctly with the rear telltale function still working. Within the boot the original jack is still present in its vinyl carry case along with tool kit complete with bulbs and feeler gauges. The original emergency window crank is still present and fitted to the n/s of the boot. Externally the paint-work has been painted in various areas and would benefit from professional attention, the paint-work is flat in several areas and seems to be missing its top coat/lacquer on most panels. Supplied with two service books the first covering from 1972-80 and the second 1990-98 to help verify the mileage. 2 x keys and the original folder/ handbook pack. The service stamps are listed within the condition report along with MOT details. Buyer's premium of 10% (+VAT) applies to this lot The overall body condition of the car is very good with only one minor car park dent to the n/s door which is only visible in the correct light. The paint-work has been refreshed in places and the colour match and lacquer finish is not perfect but still very presentable. There are micro-blisters present on both front wings but only very slight. The drivers door paint is chipped along the edge where it has been opened against the garage wall. All chrome-work is excellent with only one small blister/rust scab on the n/s/r bumper lower corner. All interior electrics function correctly including the test buzzer and lights. The ever-flex roof would benefit from a thorough clean but is in fine condition. The interior is in stunning condition with minimal wear to the drivers seat consistent with age and mileage. All tyres are Avon Turbo steel and all have good tread. Mot history as follows: 2016 @ 46141 2015 @ 46117 2014 @ 45803 Mot print out from DVLA also shows: 2012 @ 45745 2011 @ 44966 2010 @ 44759 2009 @ 44531 2008 @ 44383 2007 @ 44055 2006 @ 43712 Service book stamps as follows: 02/04/73 @ 2219 10/10/73 @ 4331 15/10/74 @ 6205 27/08/75 @ 8743 12/04/76 @ 11253 31/08/77 @ 14186 21/06/78 @ 18743 24/10/78 @ 19938 18/08/80 @ 22732 second book shows: date unknown @ 29953 15/06/90 @ 34386 01/06/93 @ 36889 24/06/94 @ 37651 05/06/98 @ 40000 No further history available.
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