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Click here to subscribeInteresting rare Italian double bass circa 1800, unlabelled *Provenance: this instrument belonged to and was played by an Italian violin maker who then left it to his son, the current vendor, when he died. It is believed to be made in Trento in the Dolomites and is of a primitive construction in the Brescian style. The ribs are later made of old wood
A RARE "ELIZABETHAN" OAK BOARDED CHILDS CHEST with a moulded lid over a plain front with iron lock plates and with two heavy spandrels carved with fruit and pine cones amidst scrolls, the side boards cut to form the feet and the interior lined with early German woodcuts in the style of Durer, late 16th/17th century with a partially replaced rear foot, 23" wide. The boldly carved brackets may be compared to the flamboyant spandrels on a boarded chest dating from the mid-17th century illustrated by Victor Chinnery "Oak Furniture: The British Tradition", fig: 3:366, published Woodbridge, Suffolk 1979/1980. Provenance: Acquired from Robert Bradley on 13th July 1976.
A rare early 19th Century 18ct yellow gold dumb repeater the white enamel dial with subsidiary seconds dial between 4 and 5 inscribed Recordon, London, the dust cover inscribed Recordant Late Emery, Coxspur Street, Charing Cross, London, foliate engraved plates and movement also inscribed Recordant, fusee driven duplex escapement with ruby cylinder, case by Louis Comtesse, the back with crest and interlaced initials, hallmarked London 1808 (faults to dial)Louis Recordant 1728 - 1824 - originally from Switzerland with close links to A.L. Breguet, first patent for an automatic pocket watch Circa 1795 moving to Coxspur Street, successor of Josiah Emery a famous watchmaker who continued work on "Mudges" work on the lever escapement
Boxing, engraved boxing scene, two bare knuckled pugilists, possibly one of them 'Gentleman' John Jackson, who a month earlier had defeated the famous champion Daniel Mendoza, dated below May 20, 1795 and engraved to reverse with a scene of a dog baiting a wild beast; on a thin copper blank 34mm, 7.4gm. A very competent and rare engraved boxing piece, Very Fine
Williams, Glan, cartoonist (1911 - 1986), original cartoon, c1930?, MACDONALD 'THIS CHAPS SOLD YOU SOME PUPS BEFORE', VOTER AND ONLY GOOD DOGS THEY'VE MADE TOO, Ramsey Macdonald talking to a voter with Lloyd George standing behind, a rare early example of Williams' work, minor faults, 280mmx190mm
Steiff (Germany) rare 'Katzenjammer Kids' Mother-in-law novelty felt tea/coffee cosy, the felt face with black stitched jowl, white felt eyes with black buttons, painted mouth, swivel head to body with jointed arms and large hands, wearing a red and black spotted top and green skirt with apron, 43cm high, produced between 1904 - 1943See Pfeiffer, Steiff Sortiment 1892 - 1943, p.534
BOEVET OF FLEURIER; two rare white metal cased Chinese lever pocket watches, both with circular dials with Chinese inscriptions and with character stamps, diameter 5.5cm and 4.2cm (2). CONDITION REPORT: Both lacking outer pair of cases. Small watch has loose hinge cover and small fine crack to dial. Ticks when wound. Large watch - split to top cap button; ticks when wound.
A rare late 19th century French brass cased repeating carriage clock with pump wind repeat c.1860 by Boseet with swing loop handle, rectangular enamel set dial with Roman numerals and subsidiary seconds, and signed movement, height 12cm. CONDITION REPORT: The numerals are missing to seconds hands; light crazing to enamel throughout, light surface scratching and tarnishing throughout.
A rare boxed and sealed 70cl bottle of Remy Martin Louis XIII "Black Pearl" Grande Champagne Cognac drawn from a single 100 year old tiercon (blending cask) using a special blend of 1200 eaux-de-vie between 40 and 100 years old and presented in the Black Pearl Baccarat crystal decanter, numbered C100 - 29 770/786.
A rare James Powell Whitefriars large glass designed by Harry Powell with green tinted tapering bowl with raised applied decoration above moulded gold included knopped stem and spreading folded foot, height 20.35cm. CONDITION REPORT: There is a tiny scratch to the foot rim, natural inclusions to the glass but overall in good condition.
A rare late 19th century French brass oval petit zero lever carriage clock with swing loop handle above rectangular white enamel dial set with Roman numerals and raised on turned feet, height 11cm. CONDITION REPORT: Light surface wear and scratches. Currently working. Chips to lower left corner of one of side panels of glass.
A rare silver fisherman's penknife, shaped and engraved to represent a fish, the folding blade named Edwards and Jones, hallmark for Sheffield 1894, maker's mark of William Yates. Condition report:Generally in good condition. Engraving crisp, no dents. Maker Edwards and Jones on blade. Blade slightly loose when closed but tight when open. Sheffield 1913. Scratch on one side in front of fin.The length is 7cm, 10.3 with blade extended.
A rare George III silver nutmeg case in the form of a mace, a threaded domed lid with acorn finial opens onto the spice holder, the stem opens to reveal the steel pierced grater, height 7.8cm. Condition report:Small split to base and side of case. Small dents throughout, nutmeg grater rusty.
ART REFERENCE: A good collection of art reference guides - including French painting books (x3 volumes), a detailed guide of Romanian Carpets, In The Midst Of Angels by Pamela WIlliams (signed First Edition), A Bitter Truth - Avant Garde Art And The Great War (signed), and Paintings, Reliefs, Drawings by Ben Nicholson. Some rare publications.
Rare Antique Hamilton Watch Co. "Thomas Fitzgerald" Gold Filled Open Face Pocket Watch. Chain and watch fob included. Engraved Thomas Fitzgerald on the movement. 21 jewels, adjusted. Marked T2432 (on the rim), serial number 268508. Some wear to dial, small dent to rear otherwise case is in good condition. Size 16. The gallery does not warranty the running condition of watches. Shipping $28.00 (estimate $300-$400)
1968 Jaguar E-Type 4.2 Roadster PLEASE NOTE: The interior on this lot is Black and the year of manufacture is 1968 Introduced in 1968, the Jaguar E-Type Series II cars sported revised bumper and light arrangements. Less noticeable was the increased size of the front air intake that in conjunction with dual cooling fans made the newcomer better behaved in hot weather and heavy traffic. With its 4235cc engine developing a quoted 265bhp and 283lbft of torque, the Series II was reputedly capable of nearly 150mph and 0-60mph in 7.5 seconds.According to its accompanying Heritage Certificate, this left hand drive example was originally finished in Primrose Yellow with Beige interior - the colour scheme it pleasingly wears today. Manufactured on 22nd August 1969, it was dispatched to Herrington Motors of New York and purchased by its first and only private keeper, a Sarah J Hammer who retained the Jaguar until 2014. Dry stored for twenty-nine years, an illness prompted Ms Hammer to take the car off the road in 1985 at which time it had covered just 45,000 miles (as confirmed by a letter on file). Subject to a mechanical overhaul by Klaus Motors LLC of New York in 2014, the Jaguar was shipped to the UK thereafter and has since been treated to a new hood / carpets, repaint in Primrose Yellow, stainless steel exhaust, full service, fresh brake servo, replacement brake and clutch master cylinders and five new period-style Dunlop tyres. A matching chassis and engine numbers example, the Jaguar is accompanied by the aforementioned Heritage Certificate, collection of invoices, handbook and original wallet with service book, Nova document confirming all taxes paid and a current MOT with 'no advisories' expiring 10th April 2017. Presenting very nicely, this highly original and unusually low mileage Series II Roadster is awaiting a second keeper to register it in their name. A rare opportunity.
1963 Austin A40 Farina Historic rally drivers will instantly recognise this Maroon A40 as the one campaigned with great success by the late Don Pither - a man also known for his informative books on the Reliant marque and being co-founder of the Historic Rally Car Register. On Don's passing '4560 DP' was inherited by his son, who has since treated it to a comprehensive rolling restoration. The bodywork, ravaged by no less than 10 Historic Monte Carlo Rallies, was comprehensively refurbished and repainted. The A series engine was fully overhauled courtesy of many parts supplied by ace A series engine builder Swiftune, while retaining the original block and rare Mini-Cooper big valve and ported cylinder head - once completed the unit showed some 70bhp and strong torque on the rolling road. The vendor now classes the high-specification competition Austin's bodywork, paintwork and engine as 'excellent', the (roller bearing) 1275 Midget gearbox as 'very good' and the Grey and Beige interior as 'average'.
1985 Porsche 911 Carrera 3.2 Targa Porsche's ubiquitous 911 has come in many guises over the years, though this is probably one of the more individual examples to pass through our hands. It started life as a standard 1985 3.2 Targa, but prior to the vendor's purchase in 2014 it was treated to a G Force 'slant nose' conversion at a cost of c.£25,000, which was apparently achieved using original OEM parts. The Porsche's wheels have also been upgraded, and in place of the standard Fuchs alloys, it now features rare Oscam Type 806 (Rennsport) ones - 10x15 inch at the rear and 8.5x15 inch on the front. The Targa has comprised part of the vendor's collection of cars and, though it's seen little use in his care, has been treated to a partial restoration. He now classes the bodywork and Grand Prix White paintwork as 'excellent' and the Red leather interior trim, flat-six engine and G50 five-speed manual gearbox as 'very good to excellent'. The indicated mileage of just 41,000 is apparently substantiated by the considerable level of accompanying paperwork. Treated to a recent Targa roof renovation using original Porsche supplied kit, 'B303 MYJ' also comes with an MOT valid to June 6, 2017.The 911 Carrera 3.2 made its debut at the 1983 Frankfurt Motorshow. Visually indebted to the outgoing 911 SC, it was available in Coupe, Targa and Cabriolet guises and wore a revised front valance complete with auxiliary driving lamps and a subtle 'Carrera' script on its engine lid. Estimated to be 80 percent new, the newcomer's 3164cc flat-six engine was credited with 231bhp and 209 lb ft of torque - sufficient output to slingshot the Porsche to 60 mph in 5.3 seconds and on to a top speed of 153mph. The brakes were enlarged, the top two gear ratios slightly raised, and a redesigned timing chain tensioner installed. By now all 911s were built with galvanised bodies, relieving the concern over corrosion.
1940 Austin 12/16hp Saloon This very smartly presented Austin 12 is understood to have been a prototype for the largely identical 16hp model introduced immediately post-war, and therefore has the larger 2.2-litre engine (the first OHV unit to be fitted by Austin) and improved four-speed manual gearbox. It boasts an interesting history, having been initially employed as a Royal Navy staff car aboard HMS Implacable and HMS Indomitable, as which it travelled to the Far East, Australia and New Zealand. Wearing its original registration, 'SSV 586', it apparently starred in a number of films and TV series during the early 1990s and has been in the current ownership since 2009. A nut and bolt restoration was undertaken between 2010 and 2012 and the vendor now grades the big Austin's bodywork, Green paintwork, Tan interior trim, and four-cylinder engine as all being in 'excellent' order. A splendid example of a relatively rare breed.
1988 Aston Martin V8 Vantage X-Pack The 170mph top speed of the Aston Martin V8 Vantage introduced in 1977 placed it firmly in the supercar league of the period. Its engine was shared with the Lagonda, but it used high-performance camshafts, increased compression ratio, larger inlet valves and bigger carburettors mounted on new manifolds for increased output. The straight-line performance was impressive by any standards, with the sprint from 0-60mph being accomplished in a relatively disdainful 5.3 seconds; a touch quicker than even the mighty Ferrari Daytona. Of course the Vantage name had previously been used on a number of high-performance versions of Aston Martin cars, but was now being employed to represent a model in its own right. And although based on the proven V8 model, numerous detail changes combined to create a unique driving experience for the newcomer.The first series of V8 Vantage models boasted 375bhp, plus series specific details such as: a closed-off bonnet vent, blanked-off grille into which was inserted a pair of powerful driving lights; and a separate rear spoiler - 38 of these were built (plus 13 so-called 'Cosmetics' versions for the US). The Oscar India (this stands for October Introduction) model, phased in during the Autumn of 1978, featured an integrated tea-tray spoiler and smoother bonnet bulge. Inside, a black leather-covered dash replaced the previous walnut one, though the wooden dashboard did find its way back into the Vantage during the eighties, in order to achieve a still more luxurious appearance. The Oscar India cars also received a slight increase in power to 390bhp. With some running changes, the Vantage line continued in production until 1989, with engine output rising to 403bhp from 1986 onwards.The 1986-1989 580 'X-Pack' was a further upgrade which, courtesy of Cosworth pistons and Nimrod racing-type cylinder heads, had an output of no less than 420bhp. For those who felt even that was insufficient, a 'big bore' after-market option was also available from Aston Martin Works Service, which featured 50mm carburettors (instead of the standard X-Pack 48mm ones) and a straight-through exhaust system that combined to give a thumping 432bhp (this was the same specification of engine as fitted to the limited-edition V8 Zagato). 16-inch Ronal split-rim wheels shod with 255/50 Goodyear Eagle tyres were another part of the X-Pack package. Just 137 X-Pack derivatives were made all told, making this a rare and desirable car by any standard.The example now offered is a 1988 righthand drive UK specification manual transmission Coupe. According to the vendor, 'it has been totally restored to concours condition and is now nicer than when it left the factory', and he seriously doubts if there is a better one anywhere. It is finished in the striking combination of Rolls-Royce Metallic Blue with Blue-piped Champagne Leather interior trim and logoed Blue carpets, and has covered approximately 72,000 miles in the care of its seven owners. The car was totally restored following an accident in 2001 and fitted with a replacement Vantage engine to correct X-Pack specification. As recently as April this year it was treated to a £7,000 service and shakedown at RS Williams, and is now presented in stunning mechanical and cosmetic condition throughout. 'F438 KGK' comes complete with a full service history from new and comprehensive file including all service and maintenance invoices etc.Realistically valued to reflect the fully repaired accident of many years ago, 'F438 KGK' represents a perhaps unrepeatable opportunity to acquire an example of the most desirable of all Aston Martin V8 Vantage models at a fraction of the current market value for these increasingly cherished British supercars.
1933 Rolls-Royce 20/25 Sedanca Coupe by Gurney NuttingMaintaining its policy of offering one 'Large' and one 'Small' model (the terms being purely relative), Rolls-Royce introduced the 20/25 in 1929 as a successor to the outgoing 20. Though the newcomer was aimed at owner drivers, many examples were sold to customers with chauffeurs. Power came from an enlarged version of the straight-six unit used in the 20. Now of 3,699cc, it made for swifter acceleration and a higher top speed of up to 75mph. The four-speed manual gearbox featured the manufacturer's traditional righthand change and was equipped with synchromesh on the top two ratios from 1932 onwards. The substantial chassis sported rigid axles front and rear suspended on semi-elliptic leaf springs. The four-wheeled braking was mechanically servo assisted. Bodywork for the 20/25, was to the taste of the customer, and Gurney Nutting, Park Ward, Thrupp & Maberly, Mulliner and Hooper were among the many coachbuilders selected to clothe these fine cars. Nearly 4,000 20/25 chassis were produced, making it the company's best-selling model between the wars.The English coachbuilder J Gurney Nutting & Co Limited was founded in 1918 and its first designs were displayed at the 1920 London Motor Show. The two developments that helped propel the company to early prominence from 1924 were a licence to employ the Weymann technique of body construction and the arrival of Scottish designer AF McNeil, who joined from Cunard. In 1928 the Prince of Wales commissioned a Weymann body on a 41/2-litre Bentley that featured a high waistline and shallow windows for added privacy. The so-called 'Prince of Wales' body style became a best seller, and in 1931 Nuttings was appointed 'Motor Body Builders to His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales', an honour that endured until 1935. By the early '30s Nutting had dropped the Weymann style of fabrication in favour of more rounded, traditionally-built coachwork and so began the company's heyday of Saloon, Coupe de Ville and Sedanca de Ville bodies on Rolls-Royce and Bentley chassis.The decidedly elegant lines of this lovely Sedanca Coupe is a perfect case in point, which is one of only 22 manufactured to the specifications of London Rolls-Royce dealer Captain H.R. Owen, that are therefore also known as 'Owen Sedancas' - purchasers of these grand models included three sons of King George V and Prince Ali Khan, the husband of film star Rita Hayworth. It is understood that Chassis GSY20 was originally ordered with Thrupp & Maberley coachwork, but the buyer, an A R Tillotson, perhaps swayed by the kudos surrounding the royally patronised Gurney Nutting Sedanca Coupe, switched the build to that design, which came off test on May 4 1933.Not too much is known about the motorcar's subsequent history. It is believed to have spent time in the United States and was the subject of an older restoration that has stood the test of time well, displaying only a few minor marks and cracks in the paintwork. It is these days finished in the stately combination of Dark Green (Brewster Green or a near match) over Black and trimmed in Tan hide, and was acquired by the vendor in 1991 as an addition to his already sizeable private collection. It featured in the Miller's Guide for 1991/1992 (p.280) and is understood to have been exhibited at the RREC's Castle Ashby club event on several occasions, won a prize at Techno Classica Essen, and participated in this year's Classic Days at Schloss Dyck event.This eminently practical Coupe, with its wide doors and front seats that fold well forward to aid rear seat entry, has many notable features including: twin wing-mounted spare wheels, above the nearside one of which is mounted a rearview mirror; the comprehensive vanity units mounted either side of the rear seat; Gurney Nutting's trademark beading running from the radiator grille to each rear wheelarch. GSY20 is superbly presented by the vendor who currently considers the Coupe coachwork, paintwork, interior trim, straight-six engine and manual gearbox to all be in 'excellent' order. A rare opportunity.
1962 Bristol 407 The 407 was in many ways a landmark car for the quintessentially British manufacturer Bristol. It was the first to be produced since the company's car and aviation divisions had gone their separate ways. It was also the first to be powered by an engine other than Bristol's own BMW-derived straight-six that, after 14 years of sterling service, now lacked the output of more contemporary units. In its place sat a Canadian-built 5130cc (313ci) Chrysler V8 which, with an output of 250bhp, endowed the 407 with literally double the power of the outgoing 406 and, in instead of the familiar four-speed manual transmission it drove through a three-speed Chrysler Torque flight automatic unit. The front suspension now featured coil rather than leaf springing and the rack and pinion steering was superseded by a Marles worm-type system. The styling, more evolution than revolution, resulted in sharper lines and flatter panels than exhibited by its predecessor. Motor magazine's period road test of the model proved it capable of sprinting to 60mph in 9.2 seconds and accelerating on to a top speed of 125.2mph.Copies of this Bristol's factory records show it was delivered new to sole dealer Anthony Crook Motors on June 6, 1962. It is one of an estimated 88 made, of which only 20 or so apparently remain in roadworthy condition. The original engine was replaced by a 'new old stock' unit in 2008 at an indicated 42,000 miles, while the Beige interior was treated to a sympathetic £4,260 refurbishment in 2010 and the steering box overhauled still more recently. Finished in eye-catching Lava Red, '559 JTV' now registers an unwarranted but entirely feasible 63,000 miles and is being offered complete with a detailed service history that evidently confirms this rare English classic has been regularly and properly maintained throughout its 54 years.
1975 Bentley T-Series - A rare Bentley T1 in a very agreeable colour combination- Supplied with a quantity of hand books and its original service book, plus various invoices- Reported by the vendor to be in "very good" to "excellent" condition in all respectsThis wonderfully coloured Bentley T1 was first registered in May 1975 and is believed to have been supplied new by Rossleigh of Perth. The hand book is accompanied by the original service book which apparently has maintenance stamps from both Rossleigh and HR Owen, and also Phantom Motors of Surrey in 1996. Bills are on file that show £2,700 has been spent on the car in last two years by a known Rolls-Royce and Bentley specialist in West London. Supplied with the rare option of speed (cruise) control the sumptuous burgundy interior also includes the original Pioneer cassette player and the Blaupunkt radio receiver (instruction books for both are present). With the previous owner having purchased the car in 1998, the vendor and his daughter recently acquired this silver-grey coloured T1 on a whim as his late father used to own a similarly coloured and aged Silver Shadow many years ago. Very much a car enthusiast, he regrettably now has to see the car find a new home due to a lack of appropriate storage and his daughter's unexpected overseas work posting. MOT'd until October 2017, the vendor recently had a most pleasurable drive in the car from London to his Gloucestershire home, and he describes the Bentley as having "very good" bodywork, paintwork, and interior trim, and "excellent" engine, transmission, and electrical equipment.
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