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* Blues. Collection of 24 blues LP's / vinyl records, including "The Super Super Blues Band" with Howlin' Wolf, Muddy Waters & Bo Diddley (1968 UK mono 1st pressing, Chess Records CRL 4537, black label), "The Blues Keep Falling" with Luther Huff, Tony Hollins, Otis Hinton, Jimmy Deberry, Gabriel Brown, Junior Parker, Danny Boy Thomas and Lightning Slim (rare blues LP, no catalogue number or record label but probably by Sunflower Records, only 99 copies believed to have been made, sleeve marked "October 1968" and "Limited Pressing for Collectors Only", text on rear of sleeve signed off by "E.T.", plain white labels with artist names and tracks hand-written on the label by previous owner), Muddy Waters "The Blues Man, The Historic 1941-42 Library of Congress Recordings" (UK mono 1st pressing, Polydor Special 236574), Charley Patton "Founder of the Delta Blues" (Yazoo L-1020 gatefold double LP), Albert Collins "Love Can Be Found Anywhere, Even In A Guitar" (Liberty LBS 83238), L.C. 'Good Rockin' Robinson, Lafayette 'Thing' Thomas and Dave Alexander "Oakland Blues" (Liberty LBS 83234, World Pacific Series), Albert King "King, Does The King's Things" (Stax SXATS 1017), Buddy Guy "I Was Walking Through The Woods" (Chess Vintage Series CH409), "The Late-Fantastically Great James Elmore" (Ember EMB 3397), Brownie McGhee & Sonny Terry "Back Country Blues" (Realm RM165), "Black Diamond Express To Hell" (Matchbox Special Gospel Double LP, SDX 207/8), Leadbelly "Sings Folk Songs with Woodie Guthrie, Cisco Houston, Sonny Terry & Brownie McGhee" (Folkways FA 2488), "33 Minits of Blues and Soul" (Minit MLL 40002), Howlin' Wolf "Big City Blues" (Ember EMB 3370), "Black Nativity, Gospel on Broadway" (Fontana / Vee-Jay 688502 ZL), "The Blues at Newport 1964, Part 1" (Fontana TFL 6048), "Going Down South, Blues and Spirituals by Fred and Annie Mae McDowell" (Polydor Special 236570), "Victoria Spivey" (Xtra 1022), Sonny Terry "Harmonica Blues" (Topic 12T30), Blind Willie Johnson (Folkways FG 3585), Sonny Boy Williamson (2-LP Chess Blues Masters Series 2A CMB-206), Lowell Fulson (2-LP Chess Blues Masters Series 2A CMB-205), "Guitar Evangelists Vol. 1 (1927-1936)" (Truth Records TLP-1002, Limited Edition) and "The Blues, Vol. 4" (Chess CRL 4003, black label) (Qty: 24)

* Jazz. Rare 45rpm promotional single by The Mike Westbrook Concert Band with Norma Winstone, featuring a superior re-recording of "Original Peter" on the A-side and "Magic Garden" on the B-side, Deram DM 311, original Deram sleeve, release date of 21 August 1970 announced on the label, matrices DR-47516-T1-1C / DR-47715-T1-1C, together with another rare 45rpm promotional single by The Mike Westbrook Concert Band, featuring "A Life Of It's Own" on the A-side and "Can't Get It Out Of My Mind" on the B-side , Deram DM 234, original Deram sleeve, release date 14 February 1969 on the label, matrices DR-44336-T1-1C / DR-44337-T1-1C (Qty: 2)NOTESJazz composer and pianist Mike Westbrook OBE began his first bands in 1958 and was soon joined by such musicians as John Surman, Lou Gare and Keith Rowe. After moving to London in 1962, he led numerous bands, large and small. In 1967 he moved into the live pop circuit with his ‘Concert Band’. The band would vary wildly in size, although regulars included saxophonist Mike Osborne, bassist Harry Miller and vocalist Norma Winstone. Signed to Decca’s ‘progressive’ imprint Deram, and therefore rubbing shoulders with artists such as Cat Stevens, David Bowie and Amen Corner, they released a series of albums and became part of a movement that could loosely be termed ‘Prog Jazz’, blending modern jazz styles with avant-garde and psychedelic influences from the Pop Art scene and acts like The Beatles and The Jimi Hendrix Experience. "Original Peter" features a catchy abstract funk riff, repeated into a hypnotic dance groove. This very rare promotional single features a shorter and faster take of Original Peter with the bass funked up and electric piano hammering to the fore, supported on the B-side by hallucinogenic travelogue The Magic Garden, which doesn’t appear to have been directly inspired by The Magic Roundabout but may as well have been. The Mike Westbrook Concert Band’s live shows included impressive theatrical special effects, pyrotechnics, animal acts, tightrope walkers, high divers, back projections and magic tricks, all of which were carefully planned and choreographed to fit around the music. The overall effect was akin to a giant psychedelic circus.

* Psychedelic / Prog Rock. Collection of rare 7" promotional psychedelic rock / prog rock / folk rock records, including Big Brother and The Holding Company (Down On Me / Call On Me), London / American Recordings HLT 10226, recorded by Mainstream New York, Release Date 18 October 1968, The Deviants (You Got To Hold On / Let's Loot The Supermarket), Stable Records STA 5601, Panama Limited (Lady of Shallott / Future Blues), Harvest HAR 5010, 28 November 1969, Paul Revere and The Raiders (Don't Take It So Hard / Observation From Flight 285), CBS 3586, 12 July 1968, Harsh Reality (Heaven and Hell / Praying For Reprieve), Philips BF 1769, 2 May 1969, The Peanut Butter Conspiracy (Turn On A Friend / Captain Sandwich), CBS 3543, The Routers (Let's Go / Mashy), Warner Bros. 45-WB 77 and The Electric Flag (Groovin Is Easy / Over-Lovin You), CBS 3584, 12 July 1968, some in original sleeves (Qty: 8)

* R&B / Ska / Reggae / Rock / Northern Soul. Unique collection of uncommon and rare 45rpm singles, mainly from the 1960s, covering mainly R&B, Blues, Ska, Reggae, Psychedelic Rock and Folk, a mixture of original and plain sleeves, including Hortense and Jackie (Stand By Me / Solid Rock) on R&B Discs Limited (Rita and Benny Izons, 1963-1965) JB 138, Slim Willis (Running Around / No Feeling For You) on R&B Discs Limited MRB 5004, Norma Frazer (The First Cut Is The Deepest) and Bumps Oakley (Ragg Doll) on Coxsone Records CS 7017, Zoot Money's Big Roll Band (Big Time Operator, EP) on Columbia SEG 8519, Bettye Swann (Fall In Love With Me / Lonely Love) on Money Records 129, The Idle Race (Days Of The Broken Arrows / Warm Red Carpet) on Liberty LBF 15218, produced by Jeff Lynne, Jason Deane (Make Believe / Don't Ever Want To See You No More) on King Records / R&B Discs KG 1049, Groundhogs (You Don't Love Me / Still A Fool) on Liberty LBF 15174, Cuby + Blizzards (Windows Of My Eyes / Checkin' Up On My Baby) on Phillips BF 1719, Junior Smith (Cool Down Your Temper / I'm Groovin) on Giant GN1, Dandy (Puppet On A String / Have Your Fun) on Giant GN5, Chuck Jacques with Lynn Taitt and The Comets (Dial 609 / Wait For Me) on R&B Discs / Ska Beat JB 264, The Folks Brothers (Carolina / I Met A Man) on Melodisc / Blue Beat 45-BB30, Jimmy Cliff (Give And Take / Aim & Ambition) on Island WIP 6004, The Maytals (54-46 Was My Number / Instrumental) on Trojan Records TR 7808, The Gun (Race With The Devil / Sunshine) on CBS 3764, Albert King (Cold Feet / You Sure Drive A Hard Bargain) on Stax 601029, The Jimi Hendrix Experience (The Wind Cries Mary / Highway Chile) on Track 604004 (UK 1967 mono 1st pressing), Otis Clay (She's About A Mover) on Cotillion 44001, Billy Stewart (Summertime) on Chess CRS 8040, Chuck Berry (It Wasn't Me) on Chess CRS 8022, Jimmie McCracklin (I Got Eyes For You) on R&B MRB 5001, Don Covay & The Goodtimers (Mercy, Mercy) on Rosemary 45-801 (Jimi Hendrix on guitar), Katie Webster and Ashton Conroy (Baby, Baby) on Kry Records 100, The Olympics (Baby, Do The Philly Dog) on Fontana TF778, Wink Martindale (Deck Of Cards) on London 45-HL-D 8962, Eddy Giles (Losin' Boy) on Murco 1031, Doris Troy (Tomorrow Is Another Day) on Atlantic AT4011, The Chessmen (Nothing But You) on Chess 1950, Big Maybelle (Mama / Keep That Man), French pressing on CBS 2926, James Brown & The Famous Flames (Papa's Got A Brand New Bag) on London HL 9990, The Impressions (Amen / Long Long Winter) on HMV POP 1492, Joe Johnson with Guitar Grady (Otis Is Gone) on Cry Records 1100, together with other singles by artists such as The Meters, Root and Jenny Jackson, Grand Funk Railroad, James Duncan, The Miracles, The Crystals, The Shirelles, Little Richard, Ted Taylor, The Joys of Life, Erma Franklin, Donald Byrd, Jimmy Smith, Lou Johnson, Tommy Tucker, Bunny Sigler, Junior Wells, Oscar Perry, Dee Clark, Theola Kilgore, O.V. Wright, Howlin' Wolf, William Bell, Mable John, Toussaint McCall, John Lee Hooker, Joe Hill Louis & His Boys, Bobby Bland, Miss LaVell, Barry Jones, Johnny Thunder and Ruby Winters, Barbara Randolph, Martha & The Vandellas, Lee Dorsey, Barbara Lynn, Billy Yates, Bobby Powell, Joe Turner, Darlene Love, Lonesome Sundown, Fleetwood Mac and Barbara Lewis (Qty: 80)

* Classical. Bach Suites for Unaccompanied Cello No 1 in G major and No 3 in C major with Janos Starker on cello (ED1, Columbia 33CX 1656, blue/gold labels), rare original mono 1st pressing from the 1950s, very desirable recording as no Columbia SAX stereo version exists, 1N/3N matrix numbers, Garrad & Lofthouse flipback sleeve with some minor discolouration and loss along top edge and a circular heat mark on the rear of the sleeve, record has been cleaned on a Loricraft professional record cleaner, vinyl condition is excellent with just a few light marks (Qty: 1)

Osorio y Go?mez (Pedro). Tractado de esgrima, a pe' e a cavallo, em que se ensina por principios o manejo do florete, ou O jogo de espada, que se uza hoje. Adornado com vinte e quatro laminas, ou estampas litographadas, Lisbon: Typographia Commercial, Rua dos Calafates No. 114, 1842, 24 lithograph plates, short closed tear and small hole to title (without loss of text), small dampstain to initial leaves, some toning and scattered spotting, slight marginal fraying, original printed rear wrapper bound-in, 20th century decorative printed wrappers, slim 8vo (Qty: 1)NOTESThimm p.212, which refers to the size as large 8vo(?). Rare.

Camden (William). Remaines Concerning Britain ... 6th impression, with many rare Antiquities never before imprinted. By the Industry and Care of John Philipot Somerset Herald and W.D. Gent, London: Simon Waterson & Robert Clavell, 1657, engraved portrait frontispiece, cancel title, woodcut armorials to text, pages 409-411 are misnumbered 332, 334, 331 respectively, some browning and spotting, armorial bookplate of Thomas Steatfeild of Chart's Edge to upper pastedown, 19th century calf, blind decorated spine with black morocco title label, upper joint slightly cracked at foot, small 4to (Qty: 1)NOTESWing C374A. A reissue, with cancel title page, of the edition with Isabella Waterson named as publisher in imprint. The cancel title is in the same setting, except for the imprint, as that for Wing C374C.

General Election of 1747. Merlin, Or, the British Enchanter, printed for John King at The Globe in the Paltry, and John Tinney at The Golden Lion in Fleet-Street; and sold at the Print and [Pamphlet Shops], circa 1747, engraved and printed broadside on laid paper, satirising the General Election of 1747, torn with a little loss to upper and lower right corners, affecting one or two printed words or letters, some minor fraying with very slight loss to top margin, partially affecting one or two letters, light soiling at head and foot, 48.5 x 21.5 cm (15.2 x 8.5 ins) (Qty: 1)NOTESESTC online (London). Not in Foxon. Rare. A satire on the General Election in Great Britain held in late June and July of 1747, which resulted in a healthy majority of 144 for the Whig government. The Tory opposition was reduced to its lower number ever, largely due to the impact of the Jacobite Rebellion. The engraving depicts the Prime Minister's government as "his honour's pack ass", laden with revenue from Customs & Excise, and land tax, from which the tree of Government corruption and influence has grown. The title refers to Queen Caroline's famous pavilion at Richmond Gardens, known as Merlin's Cave, which was designed as a political allegory of the times, and became a subject of ridicule in the press subsequently.

Shaftesbury Election of 1774. The Trial of the Cause on the Action brought by Hans Wintrop Mortimer, Esq; Member for the Borough of Shaftesbury, against Francis Sykes, Esq; for bribary committed at Shaftesbury, previous to the General Election, in October, 1774. Tried by a special jury, on Saturday the 27th of July 1776. At the assize held at Dorchester for the County of Dorset, before The Honourable Sir James Eyre, printed in the year 1776, 19 pages, with a later printed broadside pasted to verso of the title page from Hans Wintrop Mortimer, addressed to the worthy electors of the Borough of Shaftesbury, dated Shaston, 11 June, 1790, proposing himself once more for election (the fourth time), and referring to the 'wicked conduct of my agent', plus the rare uncoloured mezzotint The Shaftsbury Election or the Humours of Punch, published by S. Jackson, 15 July 1775 (BM Satires 5341), separately published but here bound in as frontispiece, creased where previously folded, torn without loss to central vertical fold, and a shorter tear without loss near inner margin (restrengthened with paper to verso), further manuscript ownership annotations to endpapers and blank leaves at front of volume, by J.W. Mortimer and Mark Mortimer, circa 1820s-1850s, contemporary or near-contemporary sprinkled full calf, worn with backstrip partially deficient, 4to (Qty: 1)NOTESA notorious case of election bribery. 'At the election of Sir Thomas Rumbold and Sir Francis Sykes, the two ministerial candidates for Shaftesbury in 1774, several thousand pounds were distributed to the voters at the rate of 20 guineas a man. The mayor and aldermen were entrusted with the distribution and they devised a scheme by which a man disguised as Punch delivered guineas in parcels to electors through a hole in the door. The electors were then taken to another room in the house where 'Punch's Secretary' required him to sign notes for the money received made payable to an imaginary character, 'Glen Bucket'. The defeated candidate, Hans Mortimer, petitioned against the return on the ground of gross and notorious bribery the members and their agents... The House of Commons resolved that Sykes, Rumbold and six members of the Corporation of Shafesbury should be prosecuted for subornation of purgery; a bill was brought in for disfranchising Shaftesbury. These proceedings were eventually shelved, but while they were pending Mortimer brought actions... against Sykes for twenty-six acts of bribary, obtaining a verdict for twenty-two penalties amounting to £11,000.' (BM Satires 5341, pages 225-226). One of the best-known examples of rigged elections in 'rotten boroughs', partly because the candidates were nabobs, Sir Thomas Rumbold having been Governor of Madras, and consequently a man of enormous wealth.

Wesleyan Methodist Missionary Society. Hymns, Catechisms, Prayers, &c. for the use of the Wesleyan Societies in the Friendly Islands [Tonga], [Translated by John Thomas], 3 parts in one, 1st edition, Printed by James Nichols, 1861, English collective title-page and Preface leaf and thereafter printed in Tongan, additional collective title-page in Tongan, paginated in three parts (hymns, catechism, prayers) with separate title in Tongan to each part, some spotting, finger-soiling and light marginal browning, contemporary presentation inscription from the author to his cousin John Thomas (?)Myrley to front flyleaf and with printed book ticket of John Thomas to facing pastedown, hinges cracked, original cloth, soiling and wear, lacks spine, 8vo (Qty: 1)NOTESProvenance: from the library of the late John Lawson (book dealer, 1932-2019). Rev. John Thomas (1797-1881) was Missionary to the Friendly Isles. Rare: Library Hub Discover locates 3 copies at the British Library, SOAS Library and University of Manchester; WorldCat locates only the British Library copy.

Hallé (J.N. & Thillaye, J.B.J). Report ... sur an procédé mécanique,ou moyen duquel M. Delacroix a supplée à l'action des tendons extenseurs des deux mains, paralysés, chez un Musicien Pianiste Attaché au Théâtre Italien de Sa Majesté l'Impératrice. Ce procédé fait le sujet d'un Mémoire présenté et lu à la Société de la Faculté de Médecine, dans as séance de 19 Août 1813, par J.F. Delacroix, d'Orleans, chirurgien interne à l'Hôtel-Dieu de Paris, ex-chirurgien interne à l'Hôpital des Enfans malades de la même ville, etc., etc., 1st separate edition?, [Paris]: Migneret, rue de Dragon, [1813], 10pp., folding engraved plate (with some offsetting), disbound but preserved in dark blue patterned card covers, 8vo, together with: Laycock (Thomas). Practical Notes on Diagnosis, Prognosis, and Treatment in cases of Delirium Tremens, 1st separate edition, Edinburgh: Printed by Oliver and Boyd,1862, 27,[1]pp., recently linen-backed marbled boards, 8vo, Tatzel , Die Psychotherapie (Hypnose) Ihre Handhabung und Bedeutung fu?r den Praktischen Arzt, Berlin: Louis Heuser, 1894, [8],80pp., some browning, modern speckled boards, slim 8vo (Qty: 3)NOTESThe authors, J.N. Hallé (1754-1822) and Jean Baptiste Jacques Thillaye (1752-1822), were both distinguished professors in Paris. This work is an intriguing paper reporting (and illustrating) in some detail a pioneering surgical procedure of a mechanical device fitted to the hands of an Italian pianist, his hands having become paralysed after a violent illness. Apparently very rare: OCLC locating copies only at the [U.S.] Nat.Lib. of Medicine (MD) and at the Wellcome in London. The work by Laycock was originally printed in the Edinburgh Medical Journal, November, 1862.

* George II (1683-1760, King of Great Britain and Ireland & Cavendish, William, 1720-1764, 4th Duke of Devonshire). Document Signed, 'George R', Court at St James's, 21 March 1757, neatly penned manuscript document addressed to Thomas, Lord Viscount Dupplin and Thomas Potter, Paymaster General of Our Guards, Garrisons and Land Forces, authorising the payment of £20,000 to John Thomlinson and John Hanbury, merchants who 'have represented unto us that a further sum of Twenty thousand pounds is necessary to enable them to pay several Bills drawn before the expiration of their contracts by their agents in North America to answer the demands of the Deputy Paymasters there...', boldly signed by the monarch upper left (some edge wear with slight loss to the initial 'G'), countersigned at the foot by the Duke of Devonshire (British Prime Minister 1756-57), Henry Bilson-Legge (Chancellor of the Exchequer 1754-61) and Viscount Duncannon, also signed to the verso by both Thomlinson and Hanbury, slightly trimmed to the left edge near foot, partial split to centrefold, some spotting and a little overall edge wear, remains of old adhesive hinges at top and bottom margins, folio (37 x 23 cm) (Qty: 1)NOTESAn interesting document featuring the extremely rare signature of the Duke of Devonshire from his short tenure as prime minister.

* George III (1738-1820, King of Great Britain and Ireland). Document Signed, 'George R', Court at St James's, 9 July 1762, manuscript warrant addressed to Henry Fox, Paymaster General of the Guards, Garrisons and Land Forces, ordering the payment of £2,255 4s. 7d. to the representatives of the late Sir James Colebrooke, Sir George Colebrooke, Arnold Nesbitt and Moses Franks for provisions made to seven transport ships bound for Martinique ('Martinico'), boldly signed at head by the monarch and countersigned at the foot by John Stuart, ( 3rd Earl of Bute 17 13-1792, Prime Minister 1762-63) and Lord Frederick North (1732-1792, Prime Minister 1770-82), light age wear and two small professional repairs to right margin, only very slightly affecting the text but not the signatures, one page, folio (37 x 23 cm) (Qty: 1)NOTESA good document relating to the then British occupied Carribbean island of Martinique, enhanced by the countersignatures of two British Prime Ministers, including the rare signature of the Earl of Bute.

* Watson-Wentworth (Charles, 1730-1782, 2nd Marquess of Rockingham). Autograph Letter Signed, 'Rockingham', Grosvenor Square, 20 May 1769, without opening saluation but probably to the Prussian Ambassador Malzahn, concerning 'the Author [Arthur Young, 1741-1820] of the Farmer's Letters lives within 20 miles of London & is a Gentleman of my Acquaintance and I am sure would think himself much honoured by seeing you at his House and would take great Pleasure in shewing you all the Drill Husbandry &c. which he practices. His Farm... is called North Mims', and offering to arrange a meeting, 'if through your observations in this Country agriculture should receive any advancement in Prussia, it would be a matter of real joy for me, that I had in any degree contributed to assist your Pursuit of Knowledge', 2 pages with integral blank, 4to (Qty: 1)NOTESA rare and interesting autograph letter from Rockingham who served as prime minister briefly twice, 1765-66 and 1782. Arthur Young, the agriculturist, economic historian and traveller, produced numerous books and articles on these subjects, and was the most widely read author on agriculture in Germany.

* Baldwin (Stanley, 1st Earl Baldwin of Bewdley, 1867-1947), Prime Minister 1923-24, 1924-29 & 1935-37 . Autograph Letter Signed, ‘Stanley Baldwin’, 10 Downing Street, Whitehall, 14 January 1926, to Mr Rodd, ‘You have given me a double pleasure, first by the present of your book which I shall read with delight, and secondly by your intimation that you liked what I said at the Classical Association’, black-edged mourning letterhead paper, 1 page, 8vo, together with: MacDonald (James Ramsay, 1866-1937), Prime Minister 1924 & 1929-35. Autograph Postcard Signed. ‘J. Ramsay MacDonald’ , Easter Duddington, Midlothian, postmarked 4 January 1918, to John F. Burton, ‘Thank you very much for the little book of poems you have been good enough to send to me. I have already dipped into it with pleasure’, some surface paper loss to left margin of address side not affecting text, plus Attlee (Clement Richard, Earl, 1883-1967), Prime Minister 1945-51 . Autograph Letter Signed, ‘C.R. Attlee’, 10 Downing Street, Whitehall, 3 February 1950, to Wilson Harris, ‘As Friday terminates our association as MPs may I say a valedictory word. I have always been opposed to the continuance of University Representation on grounds of principle and also from thirty seven years of practical experience. Broadly speaking of the members with whom I have served have either been good Party-men who might well have been elected for territorial constituencies or specialists who had only occasional opportunities of illuminating the House with their special knowledge. You are one of the rare exceptions … I, if I am returned shall like others miss your presence from the second bench below the gangway’, 1 page on Downing Street letterhead, 4to (Qty: 3)NOTESHenry Wilson Harris (1883-1955) was editor of The Spectator from 1932 to 1953, and independent MP for Cambridge University from 1945 to 1950. He was in the last group of University MPs; the seats were abolished by the Representation of the People Act 1948, taking effect in 1950.

* Baden-Powell (Sir Robert, 1st Baron, 1857-1941). A long Autograph Letter Signed, ‘Wunhi’, Meerut, N.W.P., 22 October 1897, beginning: ’How really kind you are to write to me, dear Mrs [Compton] Turner. It is a good thing to have sympathising friends when one is a bit down on one's luck (a state of mind which is very rare with me). I had intended to worry you no more with nonsense till you came to Meerut – but I can't help myself when I get two such very kind and cheery letters backed with the promise of another from Miss Molly [Ellen Turner, daughter]. Somehow our letters have persistently crossed in the post which has involved an extra amount of correspondence (much enjoyed by me!). Well I have quite got over my feelings now, but in speaking my mind to the “most stupendous” at HeadQrs. I fear I have made them a little "stuffy" as the Naval slang has it…’, then talking of his boys’ improved health meaning that they will be working in earnest from the following week, describing how his broken finger has ‘mended sufficiently to let me play polo, and that is a great help to bearing this sleepy life’, talking of the inspection by General Grant due in November, and then of a play called ‘Minor Poet’ in which Miss Molly is invited to take part if she so chooses, the letter continued on 25th [October] saying that now as neither Miss Molly nor Miss Wheler are keen on the part the play will no doubt fall through and he will have to tell the authoress ‘we don’t want her silly play after all - and yet people wonder that I’m prematurely worn out and bald!’, then referring to Mrs Turner’s invitation to repeat Sunday dinners and how delighted he would be, ‘I sometimes go to Church i.e. away in the jungle (I was away all yesterday so) when I get the restless fever on me, and then I don’t get back till all hours … I should not wonder if such temptation as you hold out does not reclaim me from such bad habits…’, 12 pages on three sheets of DVC letterhead bifolia, a few spots and last page partly toned, 8vo (Qty: 1)NOTESFrom the Pamela Dugdale collection. Baden-Powell played the comic part of Wun-Hi in The Geisha in Meerut in 1897 with Mrs Ellen Turner's daughter, (also Ellen), playing the part of Molly Seamore. Thereafter many of Baden-Powell's letters to mother and daugher were signed 'Wunhi'.

Lawson (Sir John). Two Letters from Vice-Admiral John Lawson, the one to the Right Honourable, the Lord Mayor of the City of London, The other, to the Honourable the Commissioners for the Militia of the City of London. Dated December the 28, 1659, London: James off Gravesend, 1659, single sheet broadside, previously folded, edges toned, a few light spots, sheet size 36.8 x 27.3 cm (14.5 x 11 in), together with: ibid., A Declaration of Vice-Admiral John Lawson; Commander in Chief of the Fleet in the narrow Seas, by Authority of Parliament; With the Commanders of the several ships now with him in the Downes, in order to the Removal of the Interruption that is put upon the Parliament, the 13th of October last, London: Signed on board the James in the Downes, the 13th of December, 1659, single sheet broadside, previously folded, somewhat toned and spotted, sheet size 36.3 x 26.4 cm (14.25 x 10.5 in) (Qty: 2)NOTESProvenance: Estate of John Lawson (1932-2019), bookseller. ESTC R211413 (four copies) & R219239 (ten copies); Wing L721 & L718. Two rare broadsides illuminating a key episode in the chaotic events leading up the Restoration following Richard Cromwell's forced recall of the Rump Parliament. 'After the military junta of Lambert and Fleetwood had seized power, with the full support of all his captains, Lawson brought the fleet of twenty-two warships up to Gravesend to blockade the capital. In mid-winter he had the means to starve and freeze London into submission. On Christmas day 1659 Fleetwood abdicated and thereby opened the way not only to the return of the Rump but eventually to the restoration of the monarchy ... By April Lawson at last realized that the republic was bankrupt and that of the choices facing the country—anarchy, military dictatorship, or monarchy—the last was the least worst. Still, his reluctant acceptance of the Restoration was a necessary condition of its smooth achievement; he alone commanded the loyalty of the Channel Fleet' (ODNB).

Guizot (François). History of Oliver Cromwell and the English Commonwealth, from the execution of Charles the First to the death of Cromwell, translated by Andrew R. Scoble, 2 volumes, 2nd edition, Richard Bentley, 1854, original blind-stamped cloth gilt, spines lightly faded (otherwise generally in clean condition), 8vo, together with: Dalton (Charles) , George the First's Army 1714-1727, 2 volumes, Eyre and Spottiswoode, 1910, monochrome plates, occasional minor spotting, ex-library copy with ink stamps to both titles, top edge gilt, original red cloth gilt, rubbed and some fraying to joints and head and foot of spine, classification number in black ink and gold ink to foot of spine of each volume, large 8vo, Broadley (A.M.) , The Royal Miracle, A Collection of Rare Tracts, Broadsides, Letters, Prints, & Ballads concerning the wanderings of Charles II after the Battle of Worcester, 1st edition, 1912, monochrome plates, top edge gilt, original red cloth gilt, large 8vo, plus other English Civil War, Restoration, and Scottish Rebellion history and related, mostly 19th and early 20th-century publications, mainly bound in original cloth, 8vo (Qty: 70)

Hillegas (Howard C.). With the Boer Forces, a facsimile reproduction of the book originally published in London by Methuen & Co., 1900, with new foreword and additional photographs, Johannesburg, Scripta Africana, 1987, monochrome plates after photographs, all edges gilt, original maroon padded leather, with slipcase, 4to, limited edition 560/1000, signed by the publisher Hans Strydom, together with Slocum (Captain Sl'H and Reichmann, Captain Carl). Boer War Operations in South Africa 1899-1901, a facsimile reproduction with new foreword and rare historical pictures, Johannesburg, Scripta Africana, 1987, monochrome illustrations, top edge gilt, original maroon cloth gilt with slipcase, 4to, limited edition 317/1000, signed by the publisher Hans Strydom, plus Reitz (Deneys), Commando, A Boer Journal of the Boer War, Johannesburg, Jonathan Ball Publishers, 1990, some colour and numerous monochrome illustrations, original brown cloth in dust wrapper, large 8vo, and other Boer War, South Africa and African history, and related, including MacBride's Brigade, Irish commandos in the Anglo-Boer War, Four Courts Press, 1999, British Regiments in South Africa 1899-1902, by John Stirling, reissued J.B. Hayward, 1994, Australia's Boer War, The War in South African 1899-1902, by Craig Wilcox, Oxford University Press, 2002, Uncle George, The Boer Boyhood, Letters and Battles of Lieutenant-General George Edwin Brink, by Carel Birkby, Jonathan Ball Publishers, 1987, James McKay, Reminiscences of the Last Kafir War, reprinted, Cape Town, C. Struik, 1970, limited edition 932/1000, With the Mounted Infantry and the Mashonaland Field Force 1896, by Lieutenant-Colonel E.A.F. Alderson (Rhodesiana Reprint Library, 20), Bulawayo, 1971, etc., mostly original cloth, many in dust wrappers, mostly 8vo (Qty: 150)

Poland. Bowles (John), Poland Subdivided according to the extent of its Severall Palatinates, circa 1744, engraved map with contemporary outline colouring, large uncoloured cartouche, additional title above map, old folds, short splits to old folds, folds strengthened on verso, 570 x 860 mm (Qty: 1)NOTESRare unrecorded state of William Berry's two sheet map of Poland originally published in about 1683 in London. William Berry's map of Poland was the first large scale map of Poland to be published in England and whilst the map credits Nicholas Sanson's earlier map as its source the map is actually drawn from Hubert Jaillot's map of Poland published about ten years earlier in Amsterdam. The first edition has a dedication to Charles II whereas this edition acknowledges the present king, George II. The scarce second state bears the publishing imprint of Thomas Taylor, Philip Overton and John Lenthall. We have been unable to locate another example of this map and this example was catalogued by Ashley Baynton Williams for the London Antiquarian Book Fair of 2013.

Somerset. Jansson (Jan), Comitatus Somerettensis Somerset-Shire, circa 1638, engraved map with contemporary hand colouring, ornate strapwork cartouche and mileage scale, compass rose and numerous rhumb lines, slight staining, 385 x 510 mm, Dutch text on verso, together with Collinson (John). A Map of the County of Somerset, published C. Dilly, 1792, hand coloured engraved map originally published in Collinson's ' The History and Antiquities of the county of Somerset, collected from authentick records..., ', old folds, some weakness where old folds cross, one area of crude repair on verso, 480 x 630 mm, with Morden (Robert). Somersetshire, [1695], engraved map with contemporary outline colouring (it is rare to find Morden's maps with contemporary colouring), 360 x 425 mm, plus Slater J & Pigot (James). Somersetshire, circa 1857, engraved map with contemporary outline colouring, uncoloured vignette of Wells Cathedral, 240 x 360 mm (Qty: 4)NOTESThe first described item is in the scarce 'pre-atlas' state printed before the addition of the six coats of arms and a re-working of the title cartouche.

* Sylvanus (Bernard, publisher). Quarta Europae Tabula, Octava Europae Tabula, & Secunda Asiae Tabula, Venice, 1511, together three Ptolemaic woodblock maps, printed in red & black, each on two conjoined sheets, displayed in a three aperture mount, each approximately 400 x 500 mm, framed and glazed (Qty: 1)NOTESRare. Originally issued in Bernardus Sylvanus' edition of Ptolemy's Geographia , the first to be published in Venice.

China. Personal Recollections of the T'ai-P'ing Rebellion, 1861-63. By the Ven. Archdeacon Moule, Shanghai: printed at the "Shanghai Mercury" Office, 1898, pp.28, toned and some spotting, first and final few leaves creased and frayed (with some small losses), original printed wrappers, frayed (with some loss) and a little marked, slim 8vo (Qty: 1)NOTESRare: not listed in Cordier. Arthur Evans Moule (1836-1918) was an English missionary who travelled to China in 1861 and witnessed some of the dramatic scenes of the Taiping Rebellion which was fought from 1850 to 1864 between the established Manchu-led Qing dynasty and the Hakka-led Taiping Heavenly Kingdom. The contents of this pamphlet were first given as a lecture to the Shanghai Literary and Debating Society on 4th December 1883, and subsequently printed in the Shanghai Courier before being published here as a separate booklet. Moule wrote and published a number of other works relating to China.

Churchill (Winston Leonard Spencer, 1874-1965). Ian Hamilton's March, 1st edition, Longmans, Green, & Co., 1900, portrait frontispiece, folding map, two leaves of publisher's advertisements and 32 pp. publisher's catalogue at rear, some spotting, signed by the author 'Winston S. Churchill' in brown ink to front free endpaper with additional words 'From' and '1902' above and below in another hand, probably that of Percy Wilson Brown, original dark red cloth gilt, slightly rubbed and soiled, faded on spine, together with: Churchill (Winston Spencer) , London to Ladysmith via Pretoria, 1st edition, Longmans, Green, & Co., 1900, 4 maps (3 folding including colour frontispiece), single leaf publisher's advertisement and 32-page publisher's catalogue at rear, some spotting throughout, contemporary autograph ownership inscription of Percy W. Brown, 2/Gordon Highlanders, Durban, 18 June 1900, to front free endpaper, original pictorial light brown cloth, spine titled and decorated in gilt and red, rubbed and soiled, both 8vo (Qty: 2)NOTESWoods A5 & A4(a). Signed first edition copies of Ian Hamilton's March are very rare, this being a near-contemporary signature seemingly done for Brigadier General Percy Wilson Brown CMG DSO (1876-1954).

Fritsch (Karl von & Reiss , Wilhelm & Stuebel , Alphons ). Santorin. The Kaimeni Islands from Observations, translated from the German, sole English edition, London: Trübner & Co; Heidelberg, F. Bassermann, 1867, 7 pp., three plates, comprising a coloured map, a mounted albumen print, photograph, relief map of the Kaimeni Islands with printed overlay sheet and two mounted albumen print photographs showing the land mass before and after eruption, embossed stamp of Hermann Krone, Dresden, to margins of both photographic plates, small circular embossed library ownership stamp of Craig Black on title page, contemporary half morocco with original cloth sides, gilt-titled spine, some old neat restoration, rubbed and slightly cracked on joints, large 4to (42 x 31.5 cm) (Qty: 1)NOTESThis rare volume concerns and illustrates the dramatic seismic activity that occurred on the Greek volcanic island of Santorini. The island's dramatic new configuration resulted from a colossal eruption that occurred there on 30 May 1866. Library Hub Discover locates just two copies of this, the only English edition (Oxford & British Library) and only four copies of the original German edition, published in the same year.

Swedish West India Company. His Majesties of Sweden Ordinance and Edict about fees for Awards, Decrees and other Writtings, Contracts and Attestations relating to the Office of Justice in the Island of S:t Bartholomew in the West Indies (Forordning och Taxa pa Losen for Domar, Resolutioner och ofrige til Justitiarie-Embetet pa On S:t Barthelemy i Vest-Indien...), Given at the Palace of Stockholm the 2 of May 1797, Stockholm, 1797,1 printed broadside on laid paper (watermarked HARG), with text in three columns in Swedish, French and English, with the name of the King of Sweden, Gustaf Adolph in large letters at foot, and the name of the author of the text, M. Rosenblad to lower right corner, creased where previously folded, in fine condition, untrimmed, sheet size 54 x 42 cm (21.25 x 16.5 ins) (Qty: 1)NOTESRare. An edict providing information on prices for various legal and notarial tasks available on the Swedish-owned island in the West Indies, St. Bartholomew (St. Bart's), a free port which attracted trade from other European countries. It was the only Swedish colony, the capital of which was named Gustavia. The island was ceded to Sweden by France in 1784 in exchange for trading rights, and was administered by the Swedish West India Company (Svenska Vastindiska Kompaniet) between 1786 and 1805.

A rare Italian bus stop film poster for 'Jim l'irresistibile detective' originally titled 'A Lovely Way To Die' in the US, approx 100cm x 139cm, folded with two small holes to central fold and minor tears to folds on the outer edge.

A rare 1892 Irish Horse racing medal, Leopardstown Club.

A rare Edwardian silver Billiken hatpin, Birmingham 1909.

Triang Minic Motorways, M1558 Mercedes Benz, rare french version, boxed - NO RESERVE

Thomas Buttersworth (British, 1768-1828)An English two-decker and an armed naval cutter in the Tagus off the Belem Tower signed 'T Buttersworth' (lower left)oil on canvas42.8 x 53.9cm (16 7/8 x 21 1/4in).Footnotes:This work depicts one of Thomas Buttersworth's favourite locations, the mouth of the River Tagus and, in particular, the historic Belem Tower. Resembling a fortress and indeed often referred to as 'Belem Castle', this picturesque landmark was actually built as a fortified lighthouse and formed the apex of a triangle of three structures intended to guard the approaches to Lisbon. Begun by order of King Manuel I (1515-20) during the first year of his reign and completed in 1521, the tower originally stood on an island in the middle of the Tagus until the course of the river was diverted by an earthquake in 1777, resiting it to its present location adjacent to the northern bank. Designed by Diego and Francisco Arruda in the Manueline style – it is, in fact, Portugal's only pure Manueline building – the tower is decorated with elaborate symbols of national as well as royal power including armillary spheres [King Manuel's badge of honour], crosses of the Military Order of Christ and even some naturalistic elements such as a rhinoceros, the first such representation in stone known in Europe. Subsequently used as a prison and then a telegraph station, occupying French troops destroyed the upper two stories in 1807 and even though these were later reconstructed, Buttersworth depicts the truncated tower just as it appeared to him and his contemporaries.Thomas Buttersworth was born on the Isle of Wight on 5th May 1768 and enlisted into the Royal Navy in August 1795. He joined his first ship, the brand-new frigate Caroline then fitting out at Deptford, as an Able Seaman, a rate which clearly recognised his ability and perhaps indicated some previous mercantile experience. After only three months in Caroline, he was appointed Master-at-Arms and, in 1800, was made a midshipman, a rare promotion from the 'lower deck' at that time. Invalided home from Minorca later that same year, he appears to have left the navy as a result although the nature of his infirmity is not known.Despite his subsequent career as a marine painter, the large number of Buttersworth's paintings – both oils and watercolours – which exist from the period 1797-1800 confirms that he was producing a significant output whilst still serving in the navy. Moreover, his many views of the battle of Cape St. Vincent (14th February 1797), the blockading squadron off Cadiz and of British naval activity in and around the Tagus strongly suggests that he witnessed those events in person. Undoubtedly, his own years with the fleet had given him a graphic understanding of ships and sea warfare to the extent that becoming a professional artist appeared entirely logical when his health seemingly prevented any further service with the Royal Navy.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: PP This lot is owned by a private individual. The right of return enjoyed by EU customers is not applicable.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

RARE CARLTONWARE KING EDWARD VIII FIGURINE - 'The Never Crowned Edward' in full length red lustre finished robes standing next to a globe, 22cms H, impressed 'No 1434' to the base (all-over crazing)

MOORCROFT SNOW DANCE VASE, 11cm H, from a numbered edition (165) by Ceri Goodwin, impressed and painted factory marks to the base dated 2008, with original box and outer sleeve (minor surface scratch), rare

CHARLES JOHN NOKE (1858-1941) FOR ROYAL DOULTON; a rare figurine HN611 'A Mandarin' circa 1924-36, height 26.5cm. This figurine is from the first year of production and the figurine featured in the Royal Doulton Figurines book by Jean Dale is the wrong image for this item. Additional InformationCrazing to body, chipped/piece broken out from foot rim and the majority glued back in to place, approximate size 4.5cm long, shallow chip to foot rim, approximate size 1cm long, also manufacturing fault/chip to foot rim which has been glazed over, please see additional photographs.

A rare 18th century ship's stoneware bottle inscribed 'Thos Rose', height 22.5cm.Additional InformationA 2cm x 1cm chip to the foot rim, a 1cm x 8mm chip to the side of the foot rim. There is a 1.5cm x 1.2cm knock to one side of the bottle which has left an impression. There are a couple of other smaller areas like this. There is some encrustation to the body. A small area that hasn't fired properly and general surface wear throughout. General wear commensurate with age and use, a chip to the lower section, numerous chips to the foot, further chips to body, heavy pitting and general wear.

WILLIAM MAUNDY; a rare Charles I hallmarked silver shallow twin handled drinking cup, with repeating hammered decoration, twin scroll shell handles and with punched initials to the centre 'WLA', London 1633, width 19cm, diameter of bowl 13.8cm, approx 3ozt/92.2g.Additional InformationAs can be seen, there has been old repairs to both handles, light surface scratches, a few tiny splits to the edges as expected due to the age, the hallmarks are relatively clear.

TIFFANY & CO; an unusual and rare pair of 14ct yellow gold 'Husky-Musky' cuff links, each fish set with red coloured stone for the eye, stamped marks to reverse, width of each 3cm, approx 28.7g, in original branded box. Additional InformationLight surface wear, box with usual wear.

BREGUET; an important and rare silver and gold quarter repeating full hunter pocket watch with lever escapement from the collection of Lord Raglan, circa 1820, the engine turned case engraved with the arms of Lord Raglan, with silver band and pendant, cuvette numbered and hallmarked, quarter repeating pull and plunge button in band at '1', no.3720B, 40, with gilt long lever escapement movement, fine brass escape wheel with oil retention holes, bimetallic compensation balance, with compensation screws, sprung balance jewel for pivot protection, polished hammer striking on a single coiled gong and with silvered dial set with black Roman numerals to outer minute divisions, gilt Breguet moon hands, and offset subsidiary seconds dial between 5 and 6, diameter 51mm, approx 106g.Sold to Crosbie 15th May 1823 for 4,700 francs. This watch was included in the Lord Raglan Collection and was the property of The Marquees of Londonderry. Originally when this was bought it was already a very expensive watch indicating that it included many of Breguet's innovations for watches - one of the rarest and most remarkable is the use of the straight line lever escapement which was an adaption of the lateral lever escapement used by the English and by Breguet himself in earlier watches. This version was in time adopted by horology as a whole and forms the base of most modern mechanical watches today; rarer still is the use of oil retention holes in the teeth of the escape wheel. Breguet flirted with ideas for extending the life of the oil by placing a conical reservoir for the oil leading on each tooth - however, as it was expensive and not very effective, it did not become a regular feature in his watches.Purchased Messrs. Bonhams 21st June 2017.Additional InformationLight surface scratches and a tiny dent to the case, no mention of working order is given on any watches. Some toning and tarnishing to the silvered dial. 

Amendment;  Please satisfy yourself Before bidding on this lot that it is a genuine Souscription.  BREGUET; a fine and rare silver and yellow metal open face 'Souscription' pocket watch, circa 1805, with plain silver case, yellow metal rims and white enamel dial set with Arabic numerals, five minute markers and 'secret signature' beneath the 12 and 'Breguet N.415', with single blued steel hand, and central square for time adjustment, the fine gilt typical Souscription movement no.29888 (matching case), with blued steel regulator and typical Breguet parachute shock resist, bimetallic compensation curb and under dial ruby cylinder escapement, the dust cover inscribed 'Breguet Invenit & Fecit N.415', diameter 61mm, approx 169.5g.After Abraham Louis Breguet returned from exile back to Paris in the 1790s, his business was virtually destroyed. He came up with a plan whereby his clients could order a watch, paying a down payment and then the balance when the watch was delivered. This founded the business and allowed him to rebuild. These watches were known as 'Souscription' watches and had the secret scratched signature and number on the dial. This was applied using an early form of pantograph which was an exceptionally complex process and difficult to reproduce cleanly. However, this was imperative due to the number of fake Breguet watches being produced by other manufacturers at the same time. Additional InformationThe dust cover is ever so slightly loose, there are light surface scratches throughout, the dial has a slither chip approx 6mm x 4mm between the 5 and 6 point, light surface scratches and also two very fine hairline cracks, each approx 1cm spurning from the central winding point. Light surface scratches to the dial in a whole and no guarantee is given to any watch being in working order.

BREGUET; a rare early 19th century gold open face small sized pocket watch with engraved case, the silvered dial set with black Roman numerals, Breguet moon hands and signed 'Breguet et Fils', the cuvette signed and no.3180 (matching the case) and suspended on a short chain with key, diameter 40cmm, approx 50g.Additional InformationMinor surface scratches, some light scratches around the centre of the dial, presumably where the key has slipped. Whilst no guarantee is given to the working order, the movement is free. Light scratches to the cuvette. Overall OK. Watch ticks when wound.There is no fitted box with this lot

BREGUET; a fine and rare gold cased dumb repeater pocket watch with engraved case, white enamel dial set with Arabic numerals, subsidiary seconds hand, signed Breguet and also with 'secret signature' no.778 beneath the 12 marker, the movement with clear cuvette, and case no.8989, diameter 55mm, approx 108.1g.After Abraham Louis Breguet returned from exile back to Paris in the 1790s, his business was virtually destroyed. He came up with a plan whereby his clients could order a watch, paying a down payment and then the balance when the watch was delivered. This founded the business and allowed him to rebuild. These watches were known as 'Souscription' watches and had the secret scratched signature and number on the dial. This was applied using an early form of pantograph which was an exceptionally complex process and difficult to reproduce cleanly. However, this was imperative due to the number of fake Breguet watches being produced by other manufacturers at the same time. Additional InformationSome light surface scratches to the glass and to the case. The movement is moving freely. The white enamel dial is in remarkably good condition and overall the watch is also. 

BREGUET; a fine and rare gold repeater open face pocket watch, circa 1815, with engine turned case, silvered dial set with black Roman numerals, Breguet moon hands and inscribed 'Breguet et Fils', with cuvette no.3236 (matching the case), and also signed with full cylinder escapement to the movement and with pull and twist a toc (dumb) repeating piston in the pendant, diameter 54mm, approx 125g.

An exceptionally rare cased Hermann Göring Award for Industry, the hinged lid set with spread eagle and swastika enclosing a fitted velvet lined interior set with a white metal chain with ten square section panels interspersed with swastikas and spread eagles on double link chains terminating in a bust medallion of Göring inscribed 'Hermann Göring Auszeichnung für die Industrie', the bust pendant approx 8cm, the case 40 x 30cm.

A rare WWII Special Operations Executive mark I escape compass concealed within an RAF J.R. Gaunt & Son button.Additional InformationFor condition refer to images, request additional images if necessary.

RADIO RECEIVER INTEREST; a rare WWII period crystal radio receiver mounted behind a Holbeinesque picture, presumably French Resistance, 32 x 27cm.

A WWII British Desert Rat Brodie helmet with rare original decal, with leather liner to interior, length 31cm.Additional InformationWear commensurate with age and possible use, some rubbing to decal though it is still clearly visible, refer to illustrations, request additional if necessary.

A rare early 20th century Prussian Brandenburg pewter pitcher commemorating the unification of Germany by Otto Von Bismark, featuring Hohenzollern shield to one side and the Berlin bear, Silesian and Brandenburg eagles to the other, manufactured by Kayserzinn with manufacturer's mark and number 4291 stamped to base, on three compressed bun feet, height 26.4cm.Additional InformationFor condition refer to images, request additional images if necessary.

The rare stevengraph depicting the 19th century Australian jockey Tom Hale in light blue and white colours, titled by hand, framed and glazed.

A rare 1984 European Cup Final Liverpool FC shirt worn by Mark Lawrenson and fully signed by the team, with letter of provenance signed by Mark Lawrenson with an image of said shirt.  The letter reads 'To whom it may concern, This is to prove that the shirt pictured overleaf was my shirt - number 4 - worn by me at the European Cup Final in Rome 1984 - I was playing for Liverpool in the above match. I presented the shirt to John Waltam - John supplied me with a sponsored car from Skyway Ford Liverpool. It was one of two shirts used by me at the game. Yours sincerely, Mark Lawrenson'. It is understood that the player wore his long sleeved shirt during the game itself as he was supplied with both long sleeved and short sleeved example and this is the short sleeved shirt given to him as explained in the letter but not worn during the actual match.

LEITZ; a rare Thambar 1=9cm 1:2,2 lens, no.226084, with lens hood and spot filter disc shade cap, in associated case.

ZEISS; a rare pre-war 180mm F2.8 Olympia Sonnar with Flektoskop housing, no.2274978, made for the 1936 Olympic Games, and sold with six coloured filters in correct box.

ZEISS; a Steritar 'A' fitting a Contaflex I and II, with slide and fam, 812 in mint condition, a stereo front shield for a Contaflex beam splitter and a rare stereofinder 814/01 (3).

Dia.: 28,5 cm  Provenance: Sotheby's, London, Oct. 7, 2015, lot 416. (link)  Note:This dish belongs to a rare type of Iznik ware, of slightly deeper form with a gently everted, sloping rim and a design probably derived from the hatayi motifs frequently seen on the underside of the early blue and white Iznik wares of the 1510-20s, here transformed into the dominant decorative scheme.  A dish of similar form and comparable design is published in Iznik - Ottoman pottery from the depths of the Adriatic, Muzej Mimara, Zagreb, Croatia, 18 May-13 September 2015, p.152, no.34. (source: Sotheby's)

A rare Montblanc Limited Writers Edition William Faulkner fountain pen, propelling pencil and ballpoint pen set in original box, 3159/4000, which takes the form of a book

You can now book a one to one appointment (up to one hour) to view this lot at our central location. Please contact the member of staff associated with this lot to secure your appointment. The health and safety of both our customers and team remains the utmost priority, we are therefore operating to strict COVID-19 guidelines and full instructions will be given when making your appointment. Dating from 1959, right-hand drive and first UK registered on 25/05/1962 Two-year glass-out, engine-out, floor out restoration 1994/1995 Complete retrim (£1,800) in October 1997. Full engine rebuild (£639) in 1998 Still looks good in Cream with a super red leather interior, fabulous dashboard and original radio A lovely example of a rare car and, when further detailed, would make a good show car NB. On offer from a private collection, this vehicle has not been used for some time. It is a non-runner and is strictly sold as seen. Carl Borgward was a hands-on industrialist, who owned, and micro-managed Hansa, Goliath, Lloyd and Borgward brands in Germany. By the 1950s, they were running fifth in the German sales league, although there were clouds on the horizon, the company becoming insolvent in 1961 having put too much effort into the American market which was having troubles of its own. In truth, Borgward's strategy of constantly introducing new models was causing reliability issues, inefficient tooling usage and market confusion, but that didn't stop the concern making fine cars, which in the case of the Borgward Isabella, competed at the upper end of the market. Their bread and butter models were the Isabella two-door saloon and estate models, but to add some glamour, Borgward introduced the elegant coupé as on offer today. With overtones of Mercedes 190SL in the styling and BMW-influenced engines, they offered strong 80+mph performance from their modest 75bhp 1,493cc engines. There is little early history of this 1959 German coupé apart from some tax discs and MOTs from the early eighties, however, we know that it was first registered in the UK in May 1962. It was acquired in August 1993 by Tony Hunt of Tipton who had been looking for one for some months. There is a small article in Practical Classics Magazine (Jan 1996) telling the story of his two-year glass-out, engine-out, floor out restoration of 772 ELC and a number of photographs including some taken presumably at the end with the car looking very smart on a show stand. There is an MOT on file dated May 1996 at a mileage (km?) of 52,640. 772 ELC was subsequently purchased on 15/02/1997 by David Palmer from Oxford who owned it until 29/11/2009 and judging by the amount of invoices in the file that relate to immediately after his purchase, he was not too impressed with the restoration. Too much work to list here but the important bits are a complete retrim by Minns of Oxford in October 1997 (£1,800) and an engine rebuild (rebore, new pistons, crank regrind, new mains, big ends, small ends) £639 in June 1998. The Isabella has been part of a collection since 2014 but, pleasingly, has remained in decent condition. As well as all the invoices, MOTs photographs etc. it's supplied with the original 'Operating Instructions' in English. This is a lovely example of a rare car and, when further detailed, would make a good show car. Click here for more information This car was consigned by Simon Langsdale. Please feel free to contact Simon on 07496 556325 / simon@classiccarauctions.co.ukSpecificationMake: BorgwardModel: IsabellaYear: 1959Chassis Number: 369172Engine Number: 134735HTransmission: ManualDrive Side: Right Hand DriveOdometer Reading: 44298 KilometersBody Colour: CreamInterior Colour: Red

You can now book a one to one appointment (up to one hour) to view this lot at our central location. Please contact the member of staff associated with this lot to secure your appointment. The health and safety of both our customers and team remains the utmost priority, we are therefore operating to strict COVID-19 guidelines and full instructions will be given when making your appointment. Very rare 3.0-litre XL Coupe, a model which was never available in the UK. UK-reg 01/05/2014 In its original colours of Sunkist Yellow (SA) with a brown Everflex roof Standard brown interior. Original and in good condition apart from one split in the driver's seat 88,581km (55,363miles) indicated almost totally with its one long term owner (SJ Wiggett) in SA Chrome is dinged but some spares and two spare bumpers in the car Six stamps in the service book, most recent at 83,033km on 02/08/2011 Owner's manual and two monthly logbooks listing every journey from new to 1988 Appears sound. Good project. Currently non-runner NB. On offer from a private collection, this vehicle has not been used for some time. It is a non-runner and is strictly sold as seen. Click here for more information This car was consigned by Simon Langsdale. Please feel free to contact Simon on 07496 556325 / simon@classiccarauctions.co.ukSpecificationMake: FordModel: Granada CoupeYear: 1976Chassis Number: RM14075Engine Number: 30GGD1926MTransmission: AutomaticBody Colour: Yellow

You can now book a one to one appointment (up to one hour) to view this lot at our central location. Please contact the member of staff associated with this lot to secure your appointment. The health and safety of both our customers and team remains the utmost priority, we are therefore operating to strict COVID-19 guidelines and full instructions will be given when making your appointment. Powered by a four-cylinder 1,133cc OHV engine coupled to a three-speed synchromesh gearbox Between 1947 and 1949, the manufacturer produced 3,015 timber bodied conversions Running and driving up until seven years ago. Now a non-runner Around 88,000km and it's accompanied by its French Carte Grise Could be in demand in the film/TV industry NB. On offer from a private collection, this vehicle has not been used for some time. It is a non-runner and is strictly 'Sold as Seen'. Formerly producers of tools, coffee mills, umbrella spikes and corsetry, Peugeot commenced its long-standing connection with transport in 1885 when it added cycle manufacture to its portfolio. The second oldest motor manufacturer in the world, the company commenced car production in 1889 with a steam-powered tri-car but soon abandoned steam in favour of the internal combustion engine, building a succession of ever-larger automobiles before introducing the first of its famous Bébé light cars in 1900. New for 1939, the Peugeot 202 was powered by a four-cylinder 1,133cc overhead-valve engine coupled to a three-speed synchromesh gearbox with worm drive rear axle. The suspension was independent at the front and the 202 followed the lines of the larger 402, its streamlined styling reflecting the late-1930s preoccupation with passenger-car aerodynamics. Between 1947 and 1949, the manufacturer produced 3,015 timber bodied "Hatch" (hatchback) conversions: this model cost 55% more than the Berline (saloon) and anticipated future Peugeot policy by using a slightly longer chassis than that used on other 202 versions. The extensive use of timber took the company back to a technology that it had abandoned in 1931 when production of the Type 190 ended, and according to the manufacturer was above all a response to the shortage of sheet steel in post-war France.A very rare survivor of an already rare model, the Peugeot 202 offered here is an example of the Canadienne 'woodie' estate car variant. Attractively finished in maroon with trademark wooden doors and a beige cloth interior it was running and driving up until a few years ago. Currently, a non-runner but looks to have potential and would be regularly employed in the film/ television industry. We understand it has covered around 88,000km and it's accompanied by its French Carte Grise. Click here for more information This car was consigned by Simon Langsdale. Please feel free to contact Simon on 07496 556325 / simon@classiccarauctions.co.ukSpecificationMake: PeugeotModel: 202Year: 1948Chassis Number: 715608Engine Number: G2X1839Transmission: ManualDrive Side: Left Hand DriveBody Colour: RedInterior Colour: Beige

You can now book a one to one appointment (up to one hour) to view this lot at our central location. Please contact the member of staff associated with this lot to secure your appointment. The health and safety of both our customers and team remains the utmost priority, we are therefore operating to strict COVID-19 guidelines and full instructions will be given when making your appointment. A tool-room copy D-Type Shortnose - a collaboration in 2005 between Jerry Booen (ex-Lotus design engineer/D-Type luminary and David Duffy) Two years in construction utilising, whenever possible, either original or correct period parts Fitted with a period-correct, 3.4-litre, dry-sump unit running triple 45DCO3 Webers and a genuine D-Type, 4-speed all synchro gearbox Aluminium hand-formed bodywork from specially made bucks. Steel frame monocoque/aluminium tub. Correct instrumentation and seating. Bolted-in Roll Hoop (for straightforward removal) Supplied with some old FIA papers, build details and its history file Offered at a fraction of what it would cost to replicate, especially considering the number of priceless and virtually unobtainable original parts used in the build The triple, Le Mans-winning Jaguar D-Type will need little introduction. Following on from the C-Type's victories in 1951 and 1953, the new D-Type, with its state-of-the-art chassis encompassing a central monocoque section, improved rear suspension and a more powerful XK engine, handsomely won the Vingt Quatre Heures du Mans in 1955, 1956 and 1957. Among the most desirable of collectors' cars worldwide, today even the 'customer' cars, let alone the works cars, will cost millions if you can even find one. Therefore, the opportunity to acquire a genuine sixties Jaguar two-seater that has been fully restored, re-engineered and re-clothed in effectively a 'tool-room' copy of D-Type by quality craftsmen, requires serious consideration. This particular, 'Short Nose' recreation, however, is no ordinary replica. In April 2005, two knowledgeable and highly skilled enthusiasts came together to build an exact copy of a Production D-Type. Jerry Booen is an ex-Lotus design engineer and in more recent times heads up the specialist team at 'D-Type Devs', whilst his colleague at the time was David Duffy, who had been a competitor for many years and during the period when this car was being built, owned and raced 'XKD 544'. Jerry had amassed a virtually complete set of drawings for the car and over time, had collected a range of incredibly rare parts using a useful contact in New Zealand. A document in the accompanying history file details the impressive specification of the build which we list here: Engine: 3.4-litres, triple Weber 45DCO3 Carburettors, dry sump Transmission: Genuine D-Type 4-speed, all-synchro box, live rear axle Bodywork: Aluminium panels hand-formed on specially made bucks Monocoque: Steel frame in an aluminium tub Suspension: Wishbone front, trailing arms rear at the rear with torsion bars Brakes: Plessey pump powered system with 6-pot/4-pot discs Roll Hoop: Bolted in to make removal straightforward Interior: 'Correct' instrumentation and seating Wheels: Original Dunlop alloys, 6.00/6.50 on 5-inch rims The result of all of this is a highly impressive, both technically and cosmetically, 'tool room copy' of the iconic D-type. Where possible, either original or period-correct parts were rebuilt and used, including the engine, gearbox, rear axle, wheels and carburettors. As this was between 2005-2007, Jerry and David did manage to find some original parts, a task getting more difficult with the passing years. Where period parts were not available, remanufactured D-Type spares including the front suspension were bought from historic racing specialists. In cases where parts needed to be made from scratch, original drawings were used as was the case for the chassis frame, brakes, monocoque and bodywork. After completion, FIA papers were granted and the identity of a 1962 Jaguar E-Type was used for the road registration (Chassis 860552). The accompanying history file includes details of all this as well as the old FIA papers. Naturally, it's finished in British Racing Green with the correct Apple Green interior, both seats are fitted with Willans full harnesses, and the car sits on original Dunlop alloys wearing a set of period Cinturatos. After the obligatory shakedown and road tests, the car was passed onto a well-known collector who owned it for the following 7-8 years. In more recent times this special car has formed part of a large collection and an approved roll cage (bolted-in to make removal straightforward) has been professionally fitted expanding the number of options available. Offered at a fraction of what it would cost to replicate, especially considering the number of priceless and virtually unobtainable original parts used in the build, this special homage to the iconic D-Type looks remarkable value. It would be welcome at prestigious events anywhere and can offer enjoyment and pride of ownership both on the road, or with some further investment, as a glorious race car to grace the circuits of Europe. Click here for more information This car was consigned by Harry Whale. Please feel free to contact Harry on 07919 887374 / harry@silverstoneauctions.comSpecificationMake: JaguarModel: D-Type 'Short Nose' RecreationYear: 1962Chassis Number: 860552Engine Number: G14858Transmission: ManualDrive Side: Right Hand DriveBody Colour: Green

You can now book a one to one appointment (up to one hour) to view this lot at our central location. Please contact the member of staff associated with this lot to secure your appointment.  The health and safety of both our customers and team remains the utmost priority, we are therefore operating to strict COVID-19 guidelines and full instructions will be given when making your appointment.Long-term restoration/recreation using an original Australian 2.2-litre 911'E' dating from 1971Work carried out by Porsche specialists Autohaus Hamilton in New South WalesPowered by an original 2.7-litre Carrera ('74) engine with a 915 gearbox. Many original RS body panelsVery detailed invoices from Autohaus from December 2003 to February 2013The car was shipped to the UK during October 2013 and UK-registered as BAD 1KThe interior is predominantly original RS but was refreshed by Porsche Tonbridge in January 2015Superbly presented in Viper Green with the correct 1973 2.7 RS graphics and black interiorIt's very rare for a recreation of the legendary 2.7 RS to be based on a contemporary car that has significant value itselfAny inspection of this superbly prepared car and its paperwork would be welcomeNB. the cherished registration illustrated 27 RST does not form part of the saleThe 1973 Porsche 911 2.7 RS is considered by all knowledgeable Porsche enthusiasts to be the single best 911 of all time. This is high praise when you consider the large number of 911 models that have been built over the 50+ years since the model's introduction. The Carrera RS (Renn Sport) is still, to this day, the benchmark 911, the beautiful lines only being matched by the sheer delight of driving it, with its positive steering, exhilarating sound and linear performance. Built before the American "ugly bumper" era and the oil/fuel crisis, the RS had a purity of purpose that was not compromised by outside factors. For this reason, the Porsche RS Replica market has grown enormously and demand is far outstripping the supply of quality machines. The majority of RS recreations are based on later 911s, however, the immaculate evocation here is based on an original 1971, 'D'Series 2.2-litre 911E, a rare and valuable car in its own right.Dating from 1971, this Porsche 911E was originally left-hand drive and belonged to Crispin Dawes who lived in Balmoral Ridge in Queensland, Australia. It was raced locally during the 90s and was involved in a light rear-end accident in 1996. A few months later he decided that rather than repair the car he would convert it to right-hand drive and create the ultimate homage to the legendary 2.7 RS.This work was entrusted to Autohaus Hamilton of New South Wales, well-established Porsche specialists and they were to be involved with the car right through until 2013 when it was shipped to the UK. In total there are 30 pages of detailed invoices from Autohaus amounting to almost 95,000 Australian dollars and anyone considering the purchase of this lovely RS needs to spend some time examining these as, in addition to the 2.7-litre engine, 915 gearbox, body restoration and major parts, every nut, grommet and washer that went into this car's preparation is listed. The first invoice ($21,100) is dated 19-12-2003 and runs to 5 pages and includes the replacement 2.7-litre RS engine, 915 gearbox and clutch. Over the next 8 years, the work appears to be spaced out, but reading through, it's obvious that correctly replicating a '73 RS was the priority. The odometer readings increased between invoices so we assume the car was being used regularly. In June 2012 it was fully stripped again and was sent to the "panel shop" for an engine out, glass out respray in the correct shade of Viper Green.In October 2013, the Porsche was purchased by a well-known enthusiast in Norfolk to add to his collection and shipped in a container later that month. There is correspondence with HMRC in the file confirming the import and that all duties and taxes have been paid. The car was UK-registered in December 2013 as BAD 1K.Although very happy with his new Porsche, our collector eventually decided that the interior, the majority of which was original RS was not up to the standard of the rest of the car and asked the Porsche Centre Tonbridge to refresh the car's interior, retaining all the carefully sourced RS parts and sort out one or two little niggles and this was carried out in January 2015. (Invoice in the file). At the same time, a new fuel tank was fitted complete with fuel pump, sender, filter and hoses, the rear brake disc backplates were replaced, a new spare wheel and battery were fitted and all four road wheels were refurbished. The invoice totalled £6,254.77 and the odometer read 6,411km at that point. The little RS now presents superbly with a deep shine and excellent detailing. The interior looks "as if no one has ever sat in it" and the RS speedometer shows 8,017km. The whole car looks and drives every inch the '73 2.7RS and is worthy of close inspection.An original 1973 Carrera RS is out of reach for anyone but those with the deepest of pockets, but this car has so many of the dynamic properties of the 1973 icon, shares so many RS parts, is presented in excellent condition throughout, and is based on a 1971 911E a car that has significant value in its own right. The car is offered with an MOT valid until 22/04/2021, Swansea V5C, full details of its Australian restoration, UK import correspondence, and details of Porsche Tonbridge's fastidious attentions, meaning this incredible motor car is now ready for its next lucky owner to cherish and enjoy in equal measures.Stop Press. Exciting news. Today, May the 19th, we have been lucky enough to speak to the man who created this fabulous car and he has confirmed certain really positive aspects of the car's build of which we we were not aware when we wrote the original description. He explained that he had raced it for a period and following a bit of a rear-end tap he decided to convert it from left-hand drive to right-hand drive and create the ultimate homage to the legendary 2.7 RS. The work was carried out over 10 years initially and obviously all of the details are in the 30 pages of detailed invoices from Autohaus Hamilton in NSW as listed before. However, importantly, he assures us that the body panels, wings, dashboard, steering wheel and instruments are all original RS parts having being sourced over time, something we suspected but couldn't confirm, and most importantly the engine is an original 2.7-litre RS. Otherwise, the information in our original story hasn't changed and this additional information is confidence-inspiring and makes this remarkable Porsche seem even better value.Video of the Porsche 911 2.7 RS Re-creation Click here for more information This car was consigned by Nick Whale. Please feel free to contact Nick on 07831 440158 / nick@silverstoneauctions.comSpecificationMake: PorscheModel: 911 2.7 RS RecreationChassis Number: 91111200678Engine Number: 664151Transmission: ManualDrive Side: Right Hand DriveOdometer Reading: 8017 KilometersBody Colour: Viper GreenInterior Colour: Black

Absolutely sparkling, 3-litre Targa from the first year of 'Super Carrera' productionFinished in Petrol Blue Metallic with a black leatherette/black and white 'pin-stripe ' velour interiorFive-speed manual box, ATS alloys, Leather Wheel, Centre Console and Electric WindowsComprehensive history from new with Autofarm, Francis Tuthill, and Porsche Centre BrooklandsCurrent mileage is 23,980. Major Porsche Service with fresh fluids on 27/01/2020 at 23,979 miles (one mile ago)Detailed Ownership History, every MOT, Porsche C of A, fully stamped Service Records in the original pouch, an original 1978 Sales Brochure, the current V5C and an MOT valid until 21/08/2020In simply remarkable condition, totally unmolested and one of the best original cars we have ever seenIn 1978, Porsche introduced their latest development of the 911, christened the '911 SC', with the SC standing for Super Carrera. Powered by a 3.0-litre, six-cylinder engine with Bosch K-Jetronic fuel injection and a five-speed, 915 transmission, power output initially was 180bhp, subsequently 188bhp and finally, in 1981, it was increased to a heady 204bhp. 1979 was the year that Porsche had envisioned that their new 928 would replace the 911 (we are still waiting for that to happen), however, 911 sales remained so strong that Porsche revised its strategy and decided to inject new life into their core model. According to its Porsche Certificate of Authenticity, this stunning Targa was built in September 1977 for the 1978 Model Year and was finished in Petrol Blue Metallic (only available '78-80) with a Black Leatherette interior enhanced by black and white 'pin-stripe ' velours. It 's fitted with a five-speed manual gearbox, the standard ATS alloys, which look particularly good on the Targa, and optioned from new with Impact Absorbers, Headlamp Washers, Leather Steering Wheel, Coloured Windows, a Centre Console and Electric Windows. Finding a 1970s Porsche with a comprehensive history is fairly rare and, apart from an intriguing nine years, this lovely original car has just that. Initially ordered from AFN Guildford by Peter Cresswell, senior partner in the law firm, Bradstock Plunkett, the Porsche was first registered as WLY 185S on 25/11/1977. It had covered just over 3,000 miles when it was sadly stolen from Chelsea whilst the Cresswell family were abroad on holiday. No trace was subsequently found and the insurance company naturally replaced it with a similar model. Some nine years later, shortly after this second car was replaced with his third new Porsche, Peter Cresswell received an unexpected phone call from Worthing Police telling him that 'his ' Porsche had been left blocking someone 's drive and when it was reported, it popped up as 'stolen '. It had covered less than 1,000 miles in the previous nine years and remained in very good condition. It still bore the original registration suggesting that it hadn 't been stolen to sell on to the Continent or to have its identity changed and we can only conclude that whoever stole it loved it so much that they simply had to have it. It was presumably kept in a lock-up and brought out on high-days and holidays to be driven around on its original plates. Brave. It's important to note that at no point have HPI ever listed the car as 'Stolen and Recovered' and pleasingly, the car does not seem to have been recorded anywhere in this connection. Anyway, in mid-March 1987, having negotiated a figure of £11,000 with Royal Insurance, WLY 185S formally became the property of Peter Cresswell, as it was to remain until 2005. The car was used lightly over the next few years and having covered only a few thousand miles required little in the way of maintenance apart from a new heat exchanger and full service in May 1997 at 8,589 miles, however, in May 1999 the car was sent to Autofarm at 9,076 miles for a general assessment. Several head studs were found to be broken and one thing lead to another resulting in Autofarm rebuilding the complete top end with replacements barrels and heads, new pistons and rings, and associated components. From the look of the invoices on file, Autofarm carried out further mechanical attention and the invoices (all on file) from the May-September period amount to around £7,500. The Porsche was based near Banbury so it was natural that Autofarm in Weston-on-the Green continued to look after and service it which they did until its sale to Mike Gabb on 20/10/2005 with a mileage of just over 11,000. Mike and Sally Gabb enjoyed the little Porsche for almost eight years covering a total of just over 11,000 miles, with service invoices from Auto 2000 and Francis Tuthill, before selling it to Neal Gordon on 21/08/2013. Neal applied the cherished registration '2 UPK ' to the Porsche, moved it to his slot in the underground NCP car park in Cadogan Gardens and covered a total of only 1,800 miles in the following three years with the longest single trip being a 145-mile journey to Norfolk. Towards the end of his ownership Neal treated the car to four new brake calipers with pads, four correct-spec BOGE shock absorbers, greased, adjusted, renewed parts of the clutch and throttle linkages, set the wheel alignment and filled the gearbox with 'very expensive oil'. This work was carried out by Porsche Brooklands on 16/08/2016 at a mileage of 23,754. In December 2016, at an indicated mileage of 23,973, the Porsche was purchased by Graham Dacre CBE and added to his Norfolk-based collection where it was to remain until recently purchased by our vendor. The current indicated mileage is 23,980 and there is an invoice on file from Porsche Cardiff detailing a Major Service with fresh fluids on 27/01/2020 at 23,979 miles (one mile ago). With the exception of the missing nine years when the Porsche was stolen, the service history is comprehensive, however, it only covered 1,000 miles whilst in hiding and, as it was returned unmolested our 't-leaf ' presumably loved the car, so the lack of history is not an issue. The owner 's file is impressive with a detailed Ownership History, every MOT back to 1989 individually sleeved, a summarised MOT History, older V5Cs, a significant number of detailed invoices/worksheets from Autofarm, Francis Tuthill, and Porsche Centres Brooklands and Cardiff, a Porsche C of A, fully stamped Service Records in the original pouch, an original 1978 Sales Brochure, the current V5C and an MOT valid until 21/08/2020. Patently well cared for throughout its life, even by the bloke who stole it, this Targa remains in remarkable condition. It presents really well in a delightful shade of Petrol Blue, the paintwork retains a deep shine, the shut lines are factory standard, the brushed stainless-steel roll hoop appears unmarked and the ATS alloys look sharp. Similarly, the interior looks virtually showroom fresh with very little signs of wear and the black and white pin-stripe seats are quintessentially eighties but 'eighties boardroom' as opposed to 'eighties night-club'. With a warranted mileage of less than 24,000, a comprehensive history and looking a 'million dollars', this 1978 3-litre SC Targa is worthy of a place in any collection of classic Porsches. Click here for more information This car was consigned by Nick Whale. Please feel free to contact Nick on 07831 440158 / nick@silverstoneauctions.comSpecificationMake: PorscheModel: 911SC 3.0-litre TargaYear: 1977Chassis Number: 911830497Engine Number: 63118Transmission: ManualDrive Side: Right Hand DriveBody Colour: Petrol Blue