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Click here to subscribeA RARE BELGIAN 5MM (PINFIRE) DOLNE-BAR PATENT 'APACHE' SIX-SHOT SELF-COCKING KNUCKLE-DUSTER REVOLVER BY L. DOLNE, LIÈGE, NO. 1452, CIRCA 1875 with fluted barrel-block, white metal frame numbered and stamped 'DOLNE-BAR INV. BREVET' on the right, folding trigger, folding lockable knuckle-duster grip, and later bayonet 19.0 cm; 7 ½ in overall
A RARE AUSTRIAN ETCHED PARTISAN FOR THE GUARD OF PARIS GRAF LODRON, PRINCE ARCHBISHOP OF SALZBURG, DATED 1620 with broad terminal blade formed with a pair of long fullers on each face and a pair of basal lugs, the lower portion etched with scrolling foliage, the Bishop's arms beneath a cardinal's cap and the date on a stippled ground on each face, faceted socket, and later wooden haft 67.3 cm; 26 1/2 in head Provenance Galerie Fischer, Lucerne For a discussion of this group see Schedelmann 1963, pp. 35-42.
TWO RARE GERMAN ARM-DEFENCES OR 'SPLINTS', NUREMBERG, EARLY 16TH CENTURY almost forming a pair, each comprising a broad couter shaped to the point of the elbow, one stamped with Nuremberg control-mark, gutter-shaped fore-arm defence cut with a central slot, and four shorter plates for the hands (small areas of pitting, light surface rust and minor delamination) 42.0 cm; 16 1/2 in (2) Arm-defences such as these were typically provided as parts of infantry armour known as 'Almain rivets'. Similar defences are preserved in the Royal Armouries Museum, Leeds (inv.no. III.773), the West Gate Museum, Winchester, and Mendelsham Priory, Suffolk. See Dufty and Reid 1968 pl. CXXII, Laking 1920-2 vol. V, pp.240-1 and Blair 1958, pp. 118-19.
A RARE GERMAN ETCHED HALBERD FOR THE GUARD OF CHRISTIAN, DUKE OF SAXONY (1583, ELECTOR 1591-1611), DATED 1604 with tapering terminal spike formed with a medial ridge, forward-leaning recurved axe-blade formed with an inward curled lug, down-curved rear fluke formed with a pair of lugs, and a pair of straps, etched on each face with strapwork and leafy tendrils on a stippled ground over the lower portion of the spike extending down to the top of the straps, the axe with the arms of Saxony within a strapwork cartouche enriched with garlands of fruit, the axe dated, with the Ducal arms of Saxony within a strapwork cartouche on one face and the Archmarshallship of the Holy Roman Empire on the other, the rear fluke with abbreviated inscription (rubbed, no longer visible) on each face, on a wooden haft with later tassel 65.0 cm; 25 1/2 in head Provenance The former Saxon Electoral Armoury, Dresden
A FINELY CONSTRUCTED COPY OF THE GUADAGNI SHIELD, 19TH CENTURY with wooden body covered with gilt gesso of kite-shaped convex form, the inner surface left blank and fitted with rings for suspension, the outer charged with the arms of the Villani family, Or, a griffin rampant sable with a label of three points gules, within a bordure engrailed gules, the background finely tooled with scrolling foliage on a punched gilt ground, and remain in very fine condition throughout (small losses, cracks and chips) 111 cm; 43 3/4 in This shield is copied from that made for the Villani family formerly in Palazzo Guadagni, Florence and now preserved in the Victoria and Albert Museum, London, inv. no. 3-1865. The curator John Charles Robinson thought it 'a very rare and remarkable specimen' and purchased it for £40 from the dealer William Blundell Spence in Fiesole in 1865. See Fleming 1979, p. 572, footnote 41 and Hayward 1965, no. 1.
TWO HIGHLY RARE AND IMPORTANT ENGLISH PLATESLEEVES, CIRCA 1580-90 deriving from the same series as one another and formed in each case of widely separated columns of long, narrow, overlapping rectangular plates of iron with cropped corners, secured by lines of vertical and horizontal stitches of crossbow twine through holes at their centres between the inner and outer layers of a voluminous fabric sleeve that is slightly shaped to the elbow and narrows to the wrist where a longitudinal slit was originally closed by a lace passing through a single reinforced hole at each side, the upper edge of the sleeve pierced at its outside with pairs of similar holes to lace it to an underlying garment (the outer fabric discoloured, worn through and split at points; both covered over where required by nylon netting) left 59.5 cm; 23½ in; right 63.0 cm; 24¾ in (2) Provenance Sir William ffarindon, Worden Hall, Lancashire (sold by auction 1948) A private English collection Literature Alexander de Cosson & William Burgess, 'Catalogue of the Exhibition of Ancient Helmets and Examples of Mail', Archaeological Journal, Vol. XXXVII, 1881, p.591, fig. 220 Ian Eaves, 'On the Remains of a Jack of Plate Excavated from Beeston Castle in Cheshire', Journal of the Arms and Armour Society, Vo. XIII, no. 2, September 1989, pp. 88-9 & 150, n. 68, pl. XLIB The wearing of platesleeves - sometimes referred to in contemporary documents as a 'sleeves of plate' or 'sleeves of metal' - in conjunction with the jack of plate is mentioned in English and Scottish records of the second quarter of the 16th century to the first quarter of the 17th century (Eaves 1989, pp. 88 & 150, n. 66-8). A report sent to the Venetian Senate in 1577 observed that the English wore jacks, shirts of mail or quilted canvas doublets with no defences for their arms other than 'plates of mail put lengthways' (Calendar of State Papers, Venetian, Vol. VI (1556-7). p. 1048). It is perhaps defences of this kind that are referred to in the accounts of the Armouries Office for 1560 which mention the costs of fourteen pairs of sleeves made of old gorgets (National Archives, Kew, Pipe Office Declared Accounts 2962, f. 7). References to platesleeves occur with particular frequency in Scottish and Northern English documents of the period. For example, a Scottish order relating to the raising of troops for a campaign in France in 1552 required them to be equipped with 'a jack of platt, steilbonnet, splent slevis, of mailyie or plait', while the record of a muster held in Morayshire in 1595/6 showed many of those attending as being armed with a 'jack, steilbonat, pleitslevis' (Registers of the Privy Council of Scotland, Vol. I, p. 130, and Vol. XIV, p. 379). In Northern England, Thomas Hondly's will of 1588 mentions 'a jack, plait sleves, gauntlet, steel cap', while an inventory of Thomas Fischer's possessions of c. 1590 refers to 'a coat of plait' and two 'pair of plateslevis' (J. C. Hodgeson, Wills and Inventories …of the Northern Countie, Pt 3, Surtees Society, Vol. CXI, 1906, pp. 145-6 & 153). Aside from the platesleeves offered here, only one other pair of such defences, now in the Royal Armouries Museum, Leeds, inv. no. III.1885, survives today. The two pairs were originally preserved together at Worden Hall in Lancashire at part of a collection formed by Sir William ffarington (c. 1704-81) at Worden Hall, Lancashire, after 1765. They are referred to in an inventory of the collection prepared between 1846 and c. 1870 as accompanying, in frames, three jacks of plate (wrongly called 'Brigandines Jackets') for bowmen of the time of Elizabeth. The history of this group of pieces is recorded in detail under the two previous lots. At some time before 1981 they were sent for conservation to the North Western Museum and Art Gallery Service at Blackburn, Lancashire, where the sleeves were enclosed within protective nylon netting.
An Extremely Rare Hand-Signed James Dean Photographic Presentation Comprising a large-format black/white photograph depicting the man widely regarded as the coolest man alive, driving his Porsche 550 (affectionately known as 'Lil' Bastard'), smoking a cigarette, wearing his signature sunglasses and leather driving gloves. Dean was tragically killed in the car on September 30th, 1955 after an RTA in the California desert. A hand-signed autograph page (black ink) is mounted below the photograph. Professionally framed and glazed to a high standard. 52x47cm. The first autograph of its type we have ever had the pleasure of offering. Unrepeatable! 42x42cm
King George III and King William IV Signed Presentation An extremely rare and interesting piece of British monarchy memorabilia, this framed/glazed display features genuine hand signed autographs of King George III (1738 - 1820) and his relative King William IV (1765 - 1837). Mounted alongside two artwork prints of official paintings depicting the two kings.
Fangio in the Maserati 250F Movie Poster - Rare 6' x 4' Size The rarest and most impressive version of this sensational advertisement for the bio-pic from Hugh Hudson. The movie was banned in most countries because Hudson and the producer, Volpi refused to bow to the censor's demands to pull some of the more horrific accident footage, including '55 Le Mans. Professionally linen backed and ready for framing. Extremely scarce in this size.
Finnegan's Debutante Accessory Mascot, c1920s A rare 'Ballerina Girl' accessory mascot designed by G. Poitvin, 1924-1926, well-detailed silvered bronze figure of a ballerina girl gazing down at the ground, holding the corners of her dress up, whilst standing on her tip-toes, with Contenent Le Lievre foundry stamping to the side of the base. Signed by the sculptor, with numbers. Approximately 15cm tall & display-base mounted.
An Extremely Rare Hand-Signed Steve McQueen Photographic Presentation Comprising a large-format black/white photograph depicting the man widely regarded as the 'King of Cool', sat in his Jaguar XKSS looking back at the photographer - Chassis No. 713 was purchased by McQueen in 1968 following the release of Bullitt for the the sum of $5000. The car was affectionately named 'The Green Rat' and was reputedly chased by the police on many occasions! A hand-signed autograph page (black ink) is mounted below the photograph. Professionally framed and glazed to a high standard. 52x47cm. The first autograph of its type we have ever had the pleasure of offering. Unrepeatable! 17x17".
A 'Goodwood Motor Circuit' Enamel AA Road Sign An AA 'special event' enamel road sign, manufactured by Franco Signs, features 'Goodwood Motor Circuit' lettering, AA badge and period racing car motif. Some rusting/enamel loss, never the less a very rare and attractive piece. Approximately 3.5' in length.
An Extremely Rare Peugeot 'Cycles and Motos' Factory Employee's Badge, c1908 Silver-plated pressed brass construction, manufactured by Felix Mallat of of Angouleme, featuring the famous 'roaring lion' company mascot, later offered as a car mascot (designed by M. Marx). Offered in excellent original condition, within the original display box.
A Rare ZIP Guaranteed Oil Enamel Advertising Sign Single-sided, in red, black and yellow, depicting a stylized 1930s aeroplane, 12 inches wide. Zip Oil was a brand name used by ROP, Russian Oil Products, registered as a company in the United Kingdom in 1925 until 1939. One of only a handful of enamel signs to feature an aeronautical pictorial.
Rolls-Royce Schneider Seaplane Mascot (Solid Silver) A Schneider S6B Seaplane mascot, as produced circa. 1929 period, having the correct two-bladed spinning propeller, stamped Rolls-Royce to the wings, and bearing the maker's stamp AEL (Lejeune Limited) to the base area. This '925 Silver' marked example is a rare mascot, produced in far smaller numbers than the nickel-plated examples. Mounted to a period alabaster marble display base.
Rare Shell Petroleum 'The Leading Line' Advertising Poster, 1930s Features striking pictorials of five pre-War racing cars on the banked circuit of Brooklands, with lettering to each of the radiators reading 'SHELL'. Professionally framed/glazed to a high-standard, marked No. 39 to the lower border. 50x75cm.
Rare 'St Christophe' Accessory Mascot by Emile Lejeune, c1912 Nickel-plated brass construction, signed 'St Christophe', 'E Lejeune' and 'R/D' to base area. This is a very important early mascot, as it pre-dates the formation of Augustus and Emile Lejeune who became the AEL mascot company. Very good condition, save for some tarnishing to the plating. 14cm tall.
A Rare French Motorcycle Police Recruitment Poster, c1930s Features striking artwork by 'Eric' featuring a stylized motorcycle and rider at speed, with text reading 'Jeune, Moderne, Sportive' (Looking for young, modern and sporting recruits). Professionally linen-backed for preservation and offered in excellent condition. 105x78cm.
A Rare BRDC Silverstone Club Enamel Car Badge Manufactured by Marples and Beasley of Birmingham, numbered 298, shaped badge in the form of the race circuit in green and white enamel and with BRDC enamel emblem, 13.5cm high, mounted on a wooden base. Very good condition, save for light tarnishing to the plating - the enamel is excellent.
An Early Hispano Suiza Flying Stork Mascot, As Fitted to 6-Cylinder Models Very early totally correct example, originally fitted to chassis number F285A, an open tourer model produced in 1928. Wear and very light discolouration to the plating, mounted to a radiator cap. Period repair to one of the legs and small amount of damage to one of the wingtips. A very rare mascot, offered in original condition. 13cm tall.
1935 Mercedes-Benz '40 Jahre Automobil-Rennsport' Achievement Brochure A rare soft back 72 page publicity brochure, produced by Mercedes-Benz in 1935 to detail the history of the marque & the vehicles produced between 1895 - 1935. The brochure also describes and illustrates the company's racing successes with the Silver Arrows. Well detailed & illustrated throughout. Offered in very good original condition.
A Rare Lodge Motorcycle Spark Plugs Celluloid Showcard A Lodge 'The Best Plug in The World' for motorcycles pictorial celluloid showcard, 9 x 13 3/4". Features superb pictorial of a pre-war racing motorcycle and early spark plug. Some discoloration, but nevertheless a very striking garage sign.
A Rare 1954 Le Mans Jaguar Victory Poster A rare large-format factory-issued victory poster, celebrating Jaguar's success at the 1954 Le Mans 24-hour endurance event. This red and dark green on white original victory poster, features the image of a D-type (by artist Roy Nockolds, as used on the original Jaguar D-type sales brochure) at the top with text below celebrating the 2nd place finish of the Rolt/Hamilton team, plus a 4th place finish of another one of their cars. Printer's name to lower edge, English language, mounted to linen for preservation. 30.5" x 41.5"
A Rare Bugatti Three Litre Sales Brochure, 1929 Six printed pages, 14x19cm, well-illustrated with large side-profile of the T44 model, full-specifications in French, vehicle dimensions and J-B Arnaud dealer stamp to cover. Offered with an original price list, featuring the same model. Good condition. (2)
A Rare German Grand Prix Advertising Poster, 1953 An extremely striking period advertising poster for the 1953 German Grand Prix, held at the Nurburgring on August 2nd 1953. Professionally framed and glazed. 95x65cm. The race was eventually won by Farina, closely followed by Fangio and Mike Hawthorn.
A Rare 'Three Bulldogs' Mascot by Marvel, French, 1923 Signed on the post, silvered bronze depicting three French Bulldogs held back by chains, 4?in high, mounted to a period 'dog-bone' radiator cap. This mascot design won the First Prize at the Concourse de L'Auto, Paris in 1923. Very good original condition, with chains intact and very light discolouration to the plating.
Robin Hood Accessory Mascot A rare brass accessory mascot, reputedly produced by Fentons Limited, of Islington, London, during the circa 1919 period, depicting Robin Hood; the fictional outlaw character, carrying his long bow & wearing his Lincoln green clothing, just as he was reputedly said to dress for jaunts within Nottinghamshire's Sherwood Forest.
A Rare Delage Greyhound Mascot by Casmir Brau An Art-Deco Delage Leaping Greyhound mascot by Casmir Brau, designed and produced in the late 1920s period. Nickel-silver plated bronze, signed 'C. Brau' to the base area. Very attractive & approximately 23cm in length. One of the most attractive and most stylised mascots produced.
A Rare Confederate Dog Accessory Mascot Confederate Dog' multi-component accessory mascot, constructed in the USA, circa 1925, this amusing mascot depicts the Confederate dog with cap, monocle, cigar and glass eyes. Nickel-plated and well detailed. 11cm tall, mounted to a period radiator cap.
Formula One Signed Colour Photograph A rare piece of F1 memorabilia, unusually featuring the signatures of five F1 personalities (four World Champions), from three different teams, all on a single image. Signatures include Vettel, Hamilton, Webber, Alonso and Button. Framed, glazed and mounted with an incised plaque. 44x40cm
Rare Bentley Salesman's Brochure Pack A rare c1950s Salesman's brochure pack, comprising four separate brochures within a Bentley folder (Bentley - Coachwork by Park Ward, The Bentley Countryman Saloon by Harold Radford, Bentley - Coachwork by James Young and Bentley Chassis Specification.) Some handling wear. (Qty)
Rare Andy Warhol (Rosenthal Studio Line) Mercedes-Benz Glass Plate Very scarce glass plate by Rosenthal Studio-Line of Germany, in cooperation with The Andy Warhol Foundation and Mercedes Daimler Benz. It is high quality glass with bevelled edges and measures about 9 3/4" square. The image features Mercedes famous Grand Prix/Formula One racing car from around 1954, the Silver Arrow (or Stromlinie) W196. Andy Warhol's facsimiled signature at bottom right corner. Extremely scarce in red - blue examples are far more common.
A Rare Original Le Mans 24 Heures Race Marshal's Post Enamel Sign A Le Mans '24 Heures/BP' double-sided enamel sign, manufactured in April 1955 by Art France, Luynes, Touraine for display at that year's endurance race, with rounded corners, one side in green on white enamel "24 Heures" and bearing marshal post number '34' and further numbered '6', the other side decorated with 'BP' logo in yellow and black on green enamel (the main race sponsor), with three holes drilled for post-mounting, some enamel loss/wear. 66 x 45cm. An important piece of Le Mans ephemera, from perhaps the most famous and disasterous year of all time.
Perch' Glass Accessory Mascot by R. Lalique * A rare glass continental accessory mascot, produced by Rene Lalique. It depicts a swimming Perch, with raised dorsal fin & an integral circular base for lighting. Constructed of polished & frosted crystal glass, with (post-war etched `Lalique France' signature to the side area. Lalique stock numbered 1158 & first introduced 20th April 1929. Excellent visual condition, with no chips or cracks & magnificent when lit. Approximately 16x9cm.
Pathfinder' Accessory Mascot by George Poitvin A `Pathfinder' accessory mascot, designed by G. Poitvin for Finnigans Motor Accessories, London. Hollow cast solid nickel construction, it features the Pathfinder sitting on a rock, looking out to sea with his hand to his head. By repute c1920's period & superbly detailed, it sports various markings, including `Finnigans - London' and `Made in France', together with the signature of the artist `G. Poitvin' & an inserted founder's disc of `Contenent Le Livre'. A rare and very attractive accessory mascot, mounted to a period radiator cap.
A Rare Shell Petrol Advertising Poster Features striking artwork by Dacres Adams depicting a tri-engine pre-war aircraft, with engineers and a motorcar of the same period in the background. William Dacres Adams (1864-1951), a Shell Imperial Airways poster, 'Imperial Airways Use Shell Petrol Exclusively Throughout Europe', first published 1929, framed and glazed to a high standard. 51cm x 75.5cm. Extremely rare.
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