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Lot 215
AN EARLY TINPLATE AIRPLANE, a single prop clockwork model, nicely lithographed with images of front gunners, no. C.R503 to the tail and a 48.5 cms wing span, 39 cms approximate length, a rare model, (slight rust areas, paint work pitted, tail rudder with repair, mechanism requires attention, no visible maker's marks)
Lot 216
A TINPLATE BULLDOG TRACTOR in green livery with clockwork motor and rare side piston action, undecipherable maker's marks beneath, 17.5 cms long, (mechanism requires attention, no key) and an industrial type towing tractor with associated tipping trolley, clockwork motor driven, (requires attention), 26 cms overall length
Lot 195
A RARE & EARLY EIGHTEEN CARAT GOLD ENCASED FUSEE POCKET WATCH by Alexander Kelty of Newcastle, traded as a goldsmith jeweller and watchmaker 1768-1784, the movement named and numbered 2500 and having a plain white enamel dial with Roman numerals and the case bearing on one side, a coat of arms within a circular leaf cartouche - 'My Country is Dear to Me, My Liberty is Dearer' and the other case cover having a lion coat of arms with initials, overall diameter of case 5 cms
Lot 176
GOLD LORGNETTE/TIMEPIECE. A rare, mid-19th century Swiss lorgnette/timepiece, the engraved 18k gold case enamelled & set to the front with old cut diamonds. Inside, the watch dial with Turkish numerals, the watch plate engraved George Koch(?) Geneve/ (E)chappament a Cylindre/ Huit Trois Rubis. Attached via a chain, an enamelled watch key, & an empty collar, possibly for another key. Length when closed 8.5cm.
Lot 363
ELLA NAPER. A rare brooch designed & made by Ella Naper of Lamorna. The flowerhead design, enamelled in green & with a green chalcedony centre. Signed to the reverse. Diameter 2.1cm. Note: Ella Naper was a ceramicist & jewellery maker who lived in Lamorna Valley, Cornwall with her artist husband Charles. The Napers' were close friends with near neighbours, the artists Laura & Harold Knight. Laura & Ella collaborated on enamel work.
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Lot 1519
Lithograph in colors after the gouache on paper cut-out – La Tristesse du Roi (The sadness of the King). From the rare issue of Verve (Volume 7, Number 27-28), published in Paris by Teriade in 1952. Signed in the plate (not by hand). One of 6000 impressions signed in the stone, published by Teriade, Paris, on smooth velin paper. With text on the reverse "La Tristesse du Roi par Henri Matisse" and two small format illustrations. Country: France. Year: 1952. Artist: Henri Matisse. Size (cm):35.5x53 (Horizontal). Good condition, with a center fold, as issued, folded as issued, creases. Double sided, there are pinholes remaining along the center fold from the original binding stitches.Guaranteed authentic original vintage poster.
Lot 1000
Advertising Poster Rare early advertising poster for a washing machine, Thou Shalt Not Covet published by the Sewing Machine Gazette. Country: UK. Year: 1900s. Artist: A Dehenne. Size (cm): 71.5x50.5. Good condition, browning and repaired fold. Backed on old linen.Guaranteed authentic original vintage poster.
Lot 310
RARE SET OF FOUR SCOTTISH GEORGE IV SILVER ENTREÉ DISHES AND COVERS maker J W Howden & Co, Edinburgh 1820, of rectangular form, double domed lids with cabbage finials, both dishes and covers engraved with coat of arms and motto 'At spes non fracta (But hope is not broken)', each pair of dishes and covers numbered '1-4', approximately 8764g gross, each dish 30cm long Note: McTear's are grateful to the The Royal College of Arms for informing us that these are The Coat of Arms, coronets and supporters of one of the Earls of Hopetoun. These pieces were probably comissioned by General John Hope, 4th Earl of Hopetoun PC KB (17 August 1765 - 27 August 1823), possibly to celebrate his succession in the Earldom in 1816. The fourth Earl died shortly after inheriting the title and was in turn succedded or by his eldest son from his second marriage, John. In 1822 George IV visited Hopetoun House, the seat of the Earls of Hopetoun just outside Edinburgh, at the end of his historic state visit to Scotland and was received by the 4th Earl. The state visit was the first time a reigning British sovereign had visited Scotland for 170 years and it was stage-managed by Sir Walter Scott as an important part of his Romantic Movement in Scotland. Records show that the King arrived at Hopetoun at 1.15pm and after being received by the Earl and Countess he lunched sparingly on turtle soup and three glasses of wine. He then knighted Sir Henry Raeburn, the Scottish portraitist, and Captain Adam Ferguson, Keeper of the Regalia in Scotland, in the Yellow Drawing Room using Lord Hopetoun's sword. At 3pm he made his farewells and made his way by carriage to Port Edgar, just outside South Queensferry, where the Royal Yacht waited to return him to England. It is entirely possible that these impressive dishes were present on the table during the George IV lunch reception in Hopetoun House.
Lot 27
RARE UNDERSLUNG OCTAVE KEY TRANSITIONAL C. G. CONN ALTO SAXOPHONE circa 1930s, silvered finish, serial number M245648, the serial number flanked "AL", the bell branded ''C. G. Conn Ltd., Elhkart, Ind. USA'', branded ''PATD.DEC.8.1914. 1119954 PAT. APP'D FOR'' to reverse, the bell engraved with stylised Art Deco floral decoration, complete with underslung octave key neck, in original fitted case
Lot 47
PAUL REED SMITH PRS CUSTOM 24 "10 TOP" ELECTRIC GUITAR 1988, serial number 8 3840, the signed "10 Top" maple headstock with chrome tuning pegs, leading to a 22-fret rosewood finger board on mahogany neck, the finger board inlaid with abalone bird markers, the mahogany body with rare satin wood top, total length 98cm, in hard case
Lot 1103
A rare Persian Safavid polychrome porcelain flask, mid 17th Century Of Chinese inspired form, the body of gentle sloped and swelled form with central rounded nodule, surmounted by a tapered short slender neck and terminating at a garlic-head upper rim, all rising from a spreading circular footrim to a short pedestal, the body enamelled with central medallion issuing two double lines in rich underglazed cobalt, extending to a beautifully enamelled concentric band enamelled in sage green and iron-red with five flowerheads borne of leafy meandering tendrils, further reserved against a dense stylized foliate ground, all reserved against a milky white ground, 30.5cm high, paper private collectors label to base PH. ZIEGLER. NB: The Safavid dynasty ruled over Persia for two Centuries (1501-1722), inspiration for form and glaze was greatly taken from the Chinese export wares of the Chinese Yongle period (1403-1424), with rich cobalt saturated glazes and large flowerhead designs, however it wasn't until the change of Dynasty in China in the mid 17th Century when new ceramic designs were seen and would be so influential to Persia, this flask is typical of this period with the juxtaposition of pale green, and red next to typical cobalt, but rarely do such items come to market, with examples being seen in The British Museum and The Louvre in Paris. The history of this important flask is somewhat sparse, it's existence is known for the last fifty years or so, where it has been part of a private Cheshire estate, however prior to this it can not be traced. The private collectors label stating PH. Ziegler is also prevalent as this may be able to provide to insight into this wonderful flask's history. CONDITION REPORT: Provenance: please note there is no provenance documentation that comes with this lot. It is thought that the flask has been in the family for approximately 50 years, however this is just hearsay. Please note the flask is from a deceased estate and therefore no further documentation or information can be obtained. The flask is very much sold on its own. Conditon - The upper rim has a small chip approx 1cm in size. Upper rim and mouth of the flask is covered with a sticky/ waxy substance which looks like it could be removed with cleaning. The neck and body appear to have scratches visible to the glaze. This is most notable in the green and red areas of the flask. The foot shows extensive damage, most notable is a large chip to the foot rim, approx 5cm x 2 cm in size. Several further chips/ nibbles to the entire edge of the foot rim, all show remnants of old pigment, possibly indicating that this area has previously undergone restoration. Underside of foot rim shows hairline cracks to the glaze and old remnants of some form of filler or thick substance in which to adhere to something. Foot rim / stem glazes show scratching. Difficult to get a clear view of the interior however there is rattling when the flask is turned. It is unclear what is inside the flask. Although there is noticeable wear and damage. Viewing of images is strongly recommended.
Lot 1104
A 1971 BMW 2500 registration number JLG 463K, petrol, manual approximately 92,000 miles in gold A lovely example of a BMW 2500, becoming rare in this condition. The BMW 2500 series was produced between 1968 - 1977, a full size high specification sedan designed to rival the Mercedes Benz luxury market. This particular vehicle is fitted with the well renowned M30 straight six engine and benefits from power steering.
Lot 1120
An extremely rare 'Hutchinson Tyres' enamel advertising wall sign Of rectangular form, the blue ground detailed with cat seated on a tyre before a moonlit sky, with text 'Hutchinson Roadster, The tyre with nine lives, for cycles, motorcycles & cars' 62cm x 51cm. CONDITION REPORT: Along bottom of the sign - 'Cycles, motorcycles and cars' Timber has been attached to back of sign with the letter 'R' in 'Motor' painted partly on the timber. 'O' and 'C' also repainted With the red and black border repainted.
Lot 1228
A Copeland 'Good Old Ale' beaker, sage green stoneware with brown base, sprigged with topers and grapevine borders picked out in blue, with gilt lining, body printed with a poem 'Good Old Ale....so rare thing', a Spode hors d'oeuvre dish, impressed Spode to base, printed double blue circle, Chinese fish plate, Spode oval dish and a painted ash-tray (5)
Lot 81
Extremely Rare GIA and AIG Certified 6.04 Carat Oval Cut Natural Unheated Sapphire, .66 Carat Square and Round Brilliant Cut Diamond and Platinum Ring. Sapphire with good saturation of color. Diamonds G-I color, VS2-SI2 clarity. Signed Pt900. Ring size 5-1/2. Very good condition. Approx. weight: 5.50 pennyweights. GIA report 7221313517 dated 4/14/2016 and AIG report 000716160049 dated 6/8/2016 to accompany this lot. Shipping $32.00 (estimate $5000-$8000)
Lot 7
Rare GIA and AIG Certified Natural Unheated 3.44 Carat Oval Step Cut Pink Sapphire, 1.31 carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond and 14 Karat White Gold Ring. Ruby measures 9.55 x 7.34 x 5.50mm, SI clarity. Diamonds G-I color, I1-I2 clarity. Signed 14K. Very good condition. Ring size 7. Approx. weight: 4.0 pennyweights. GIA report 2175486068 dated 2/29/2016 and AIG report 000716083084 dated 3/23/2016 to accompany this lot. Shipping $32.00 (estimate $2500-$3500)
Lot 327
98th Prince of Wales Regiment of Foot - a rare Victorian silver mounted Doulton Lambeth commemorative stoneware jug, the body of typical form moulded with crowned belt and buckle reserve inscribed CHINA and PUNJAUB enclosing a dragon over XCVIII, relating to battle honours awarded for the First China or Opium War, 1842, and the Second Anglo-Sikh War, 1848 (Anglo Indian Company), the handle with a stiff leaf and strap terminal, impressed oval Doulton Lambeth mark, makers mark J.G. and Sons, Birmingham 1881, 17cm high
Lot 179
*Everett (Kenny, 1944-1995). A group of five original master tapes of Kenny Everett's pre-recorded programmes produced for Radio Victory, Portsmouth, 1976, each recorded on Emitape reels, one with handwritten recording report completed by Keith Butler, a second one apparently completed by Kenny Everett for 2nd May, contained in original card boxes, two with Radio Victory labels and identified as recordings for 25th April and 2nd May 1976, one with label marked Victory and one marked 'Last Victory Show', 27 x 27 cm A CD transfer of each 50-minute programme is included with the lot. The content of each show is typical, madcap Everett in full pomp, playing tunes of the day, with occasional nods to Beethoven, Bach and Europop, the whole interspersed with Everett's trademark joking, humour and quizzes. Being pre-recorded there are no commercial adverts on these tapes, merely references at the points in the programme when Radio Victory would have broadcast these adverts. Also featuring on these tapes are performances of Everett's self-penned and performed radio serial Captain Kremmen. A rare slice of British radio history. (5)
Lot 192
*Relief of Sir John Franklin. Autograph letter signed by Richard Collinson (1811-1883), 'R. Collinson', no place, no date [end of November, 1856], to the Editor of The Times, 'In your leading article on Thursday relative to the continuance of the search for Sir J. Franklin and his companions you have most unfairly summed up the results of expeditions hitherto sent in quest of our missing countrymen. There is not a doubt that great hardships have been undergone and perils encountered but the assertion that the crews of the abandoned ships were withdrawn by a miracle almost as not warranted by the fact related in the Journals now before the public. So long as no clue was obtained to the route pursued by the necessary vessels after leaving Beechey Island there was a necessity that every nook and corner of the Arctic Sea should be examined entailing what we know now to be much unnecessary hazard and fatigue. The case is now different we know the exact spot where to go to we know that the confines of the area have been reached we are aware that the travelling parties from the Enterprise could have traversed the very route pursued by the crews of the Erebus & Terror after they abandoned their vessels and we are aware that that ship returned in safety to England. Yet in the face of all this you call upon the British public to discountenance what you are pleased to term so outrageous a proceeding...', continuing that we owe it to the memory of these 135 Englishmen 'whose lives have failed a sacrifice to the accomplishment of a great geographical problem, to the satisfaction of their friends & relatives that the mystery should be cleared up. We owe it to our national honour that what we have begun should be accomplished and that we should not deprive our fellow countrymen who may hereafter be in difficulty of that firm trust in succour which has hitherto formed a bond on union in distress. Sir, I have been brought up in the persuasion that perseverance in a good and noble cause is one of the attributes of the Anglo-Saxon race. Let us not permit the slur of abandoning the fate of our missing countrymen to surmise to be handed down to posterity when we have it in our power without serious risk to place the matter beyond a doubt...', 2 pages with integral blank, some browning and mounting guard to inner margin, 4to This would appear to be a copy letter written by Collinson, the original dated at Boldon, Gateshead, 28 November 1856 was published in The Times on Monday 1 December 1856, page 5. 'In 1849 Collinson was appointed to command an expedition for the relief of Sir John Franklin, by way of the Bering Strait; he himself had command of the Enterprise, and with him was Commander Robert Le Mesurier McClure in the Investigator. ... Of the many who had searched for Franklin, Collinson came closest to the place where the expedition had ended. Collinson's addition to geographical knowledge on this Arctic trip was very considerable, and would have been tantamount to the discovery of the North-West Passage, had this not been already actually achieved by the men of the Investigator' (ODNB Online). Autograph material by Collinson is rare. (1)
Lot 242
Herwart von Hohenburg (Hans Friedrich). Von der Hochberhmpten, Adelichen vnd Ritterlichen Kunst der Reyterey, 1st edition, Tegernesee, 1581, title printed in red and black within woodcut border, 38 leaves of woodcuts including 7 folding, old manuscript notes in German to 3 blank leaves at rear, some old dampstaining, light browning and spotting throughout, title-page with 2 tiny holes and a little marginal worming not affecting illustrations or text, minor marginal fraying, old limp vellum with flap and leather tie, some soiling and wear, folio A rare work on horsemanship, one of very few books printed by the monastic press at Tegernesee and first issued in 1577. (1)
Lot 249
Lithgow (William). The Totall Discourse, of the rare adventures, and painefull peregrinations of long nineteene yeares travailes from Scotland, to the most famous Kingdomes in Europe, Asia and Affrica ..., imprinted at London by J. Okes, 1640, woodcut frontispiece (A1) not present, eight woodcut illustrations to text, occasional early marginalia, three leaves with outer corners cut and repaired, and two corners torn with slight loss, occasional light trimming to marginal notes, some soiling and marks throughout, endpapers renewed, rebacked and corners repaired, 4to STC 15713. (1)
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