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Lot 2423
Britains - The War Along the Nile Series, comprising: Set 27038 - British Naval Brigade Gatling Gun & Crew, Limited Edition [103/200] Connoisseur Collection [2009] Set 39003 - British Camel Corps Medic & Camel, Khartoum, 1885 & Limited Edition [034/200] Connoisseur Collection Set 39005 - British Camel Corps Medic Stretcher Bearer, Khartoum, 1885. Mint overall, contained in near Mint set boxes. Rare, the First Examples to be Sold by Vectis. [3]
Lot 1227
A vintage German Westerwald blue glaze pottery lidded urn in the shape of a bearded gentleman. German inscription to front translates "Eat what is well cooked, drink what is clear, speak what is true, love what is rare". Damage to handle, shows signs of repair, chips to top rim. Approx. 33cm tall.
Lot 6023
A rare Rolex Submariner diver's wristwatch, model reference 5513, serial no 997460 (manufactured in 1963) with caliber 1530 automatic movement. Stainless Steel case with Oyster triple lock screw down crown. Black dial with underline mark beneath text (the underline mark was used to signify lesser radioactivity in the luminous mixture in the hour markers, following the outlawing of radium use. PROVENANCE: The watch belonged to the vendor's father and bears a name etched to the case back and was used extensively throughout an illustrious career as a Royal Navy Deep Sea Diver. The original Oyster bracelet (dated to the 2nd quarter of 1964) is still present but was damaged during an underwater mission and replaced with another Rolex Oyster bracelet in around 1980. The watch still has it's original green leather box and import papers/documents from original purchase
Lot 382
Rare French novelty pocket knife, silver Vesta case, silver cigarette case, horn spoon with silver mounts and white metal snake bracelet - This bladed lot is not for sale to people under the age of 18. By bidding on this item you are declaring that you are 18 years of age or over. Please note that if you require P&P for this lot, this can only be done using an age verified method.
Lot 1369
Harry Potter Interest - Large Collection of Harry Potter Books, including a rare American copy of Harry Potter & The Sorcerer's Stone (Philosopher's Stone in UK). Comprising paperback and hard back, as follows: four Prisoner of Azkaban, two Philosopher's Stone, seven Chamber of Secrets, two Deathly Hallows, four Order of the Phoenix, one Goblet of Fire, two Half-Blood Prince, and two Cursed Child. Great collection.
Lot 290
Tanzanite Halo Stud Earrings, each single round cut tanzanite framed by a 'halo' of brilliant, white, natural, mined zircons; tanzanite being the rare gemstone, found only in the foothills of Mount Kilimanjaro, Tanzania, coupled with one of the earliest ever mined gemstones, zircon, set in white metal post and push back fittings
Lot 921
James Hargreaves Morton (1881-1918) A Collection of Rare Books, to include an original auction catalogue from Windsor Hall, Northgate, Blackburn 19.09.1971. Contains listing of all know extant J H Morton works at that time, with the prices realised for the oils and pastels (Geoffrey Taylor & Co). Plus, two copies of The Cottam Town Impressionist 'A Short Colourful Life' Published by friends of Darwen library 2013. Plus two others.
Lot 3014
Orden der Krone von Westfalen - Ritterdekoration, 1810 - 1813 Silber, Krone blau emailliert (Fehlstellen), darüber einseitig ein Schild "HN" (Hieronymus Napoleon = Jerome Napoleon, König von Westfalen) zwischen steigendem Pferd und Löwen, darüber - drehbar gelagert - ein fein reliefierter Adler an Schlangenring. Band neu. Teilweise leicht beschädigt, Altersspuren. Breite 24 mm, Höhe 43 mm, Gewicht ca. 10 g. Seltene, frühe Auszeichnung. Order of the Crown of Westphalia - a knight's decoration, 1810 – 1813 Order of the Crown of Westphalia - a knight's decoration, 1810 – 1813Silver, the crown enamelled in blue (flaws), surmounted on one side by a shield "HN" (Hieronymus Napoleon = Jerome Napoleon, King of Westphalia) between a rampant horse and lion, above it a hinged eagle in fine relief on a snake ring. New ribbon. Slightly damaged in places, traces of age. Width 24 mm, height 43 mm, weight approx. 10 g. Rare, early decoration.Condition: II
Lot 3031
Kaiser Maximilian I. von Mexiko (1832 - 1867) - eigenhändig signierte Verleihungsurkunde zum Offizierskreuz des Ordens Imperial de Guadalupe vom 7. August 1865 Verliehen an den Direktor des Wiener Burgtheaters Heinrich "Enrique" Laube. Querformatiges, teils gedrucktes Dokument (Maße 26,7 x 42,6 cm) mit kalligraphischen Ergänzungen. Links oben nummeriert "No. 124", rechts unterhalb des Textes die eigenhändige Tintenunterschrift des Kaisers "Maximiliano", daneben sein kaiserliches Blindprägesiegel "Maximiliano Emperador de México" sowie das Siegel des Ordens mit der Gegenzeichnung des Großkanzlers Juan Nepomuceno Almonte (1803 - 1869). Rückseitig Stempel "Imperio Mexicano - Ministerio de Estado" mit Unterschrift eines "Subsecretario de Estado". Gefaltet, kleine Falzeinrisse, minimal fleckig. Extrem seltene Verleihungsurkunde aus der nur vier Jahre dauernden dritten Verleihungsperiode des 2. Kaiserreichs von 1863 bis 1867.Heinrich Laube (1806 - 1884), deutscher Schriftsteller und Mitglied der Frankfurter Nationalversammlung, von 1849 bis 1867 künstlerischer Direktor des Wiener Burgtheaters.Erzherzog Ferdinand Maximilian Joseph Maria von Österreich, jüngerer Bruder des österreichischen Kaisers Franz Josef I., wurde am 10. April 1864 zum Kaiser von Mexiko ausgerufen. Napoleon III. hatte ihm wahrheitswidrig vorgegaukelt, das mexikanische Volk wünsche sich einen Habsburger Kaiser, und ließ Maximilian sogar einen von Juarez-Gegnern manipulierten Volksentscheid überbringen. Als nach Ende des amerikanischen Bürgerkriegs die französischen Truppen Mexiko verlassen mussten, verlor der Kaiser die letzte europäische Unterstützung gegen Juarez. Die Kaiserin Carlota (Charlotte von Belgien) reiste daraufhin nach Europa, um Napoleon III., aber auch Papst Pius IX. um Hilfe zu bitten - aber ohne Erfolg. Im Mai 1867 fiel die Stadt Querétaro, in der sich der Kaiser mit seinen Getreuen verschanzt hatte, und Maximilian wurde zum Tode verurteilt und hingerichtet. Emperor Maximilian I of Mexico (1832 - 1867) – a hand-signed award document for the officer's cross of the Imperial Order of Guadeloupe, dated 7 August 1865 Emperor Maximilian I of Mexico (1832 - 1867) – a hand-signed award document for the officer's cross of the Imperial Order of Guadeloupe, dated 7 August 1865Awarded to Heinrich "Enrique" Laube, director of Vienna's Burgtheater. Landscape format, the document partially printed (measuring 26.7 x 42.6 cm) with calligraphic additions. Numbered "No. 124" at the top left, the Emperor's original signature in ink "Maximiliano" on the right below the text, beside his blind embossed imperial seal "Maximiliano Emperador de México" and the seal of the order with the countersignature of Grand Chancellor Juan Nepomuceno Almonte (1803 - 1869). The back stamped "Imperio Mexicano - Ministerio de Estado" with the signature of a "Subsecretario de Estado". Folded, minor tears to the fold, slightly stained. Extremely rare award document dating from the third award period – a mere four years – of the Second Mexican Empire from 1863 to 1867.Heinrich Laube (1806 - 1884) was a German author and member of the Frankfurt Parliament, as well as the artistic director of Vienna's Burgtheater between 1849 and 1867.Archduke Ferdinand Maximilian Joseph Maria of Austria, the younger brother of the Austrian Kaiser Franz Josef I, was proclaimed Emperor of Mexico on 10 April 1864. Napoleon III falsely led him to believe that the Mexican people wanted an emperor from the House of Habsburg and even had Maximilian deliver a referendum that had been manipulated by the opponents of Juarez. When French troops were forced to leave Mexico after the American Civil War ended, the Emperor lost his final European support against Juarez. Thereupon, Empress Carlota (Charlotte of Belgium) travelled to Europe to plead for assistance from both Napoleon III and Pope Pius IX – but to no avail. In May 1867, Querétaro City, to which the Emperor had withdrawn with his followers, fell. Maximilian was sentenced to death and subsequently executed.Condition: II
Lot 3105
Seltener Dolch der Mamelouks de la Garde Impériale, Versailles, um 1801 Elegant gekrümmte, beidseitig gegratete, zweischneidige Klinge, am Ansatz terzseitig die geätzte Herstellersignatur "Manufacture de Klingenthal" und quartseitig der Schriftzug "Coulaux Frères". Messinggefasster, mehrfach kanneliert gearbeiteter Griff aus feinmaserigem braunen Holz, der obere Knaufabschluss einseitig gestempelt "VERSAILLES". Glatte Scheide aus Messing, terzseitig eine tropfenförmige Trageöse, am Ort eine bogenförmig verzierte Öse mit Abnahmestempel "JC". Klinge partiell etwas fleckig/narbig, am Griff kleine Druckstellen, Trage- und Altersspuren. Länge 53,5 cm. Extrem seltener, formschöner Dolch einer kleinen Eliteeinheit Napoleons, die von 1801 - 1815 existierte. A rare French dagger of the Mamelouks de la Garde Impériale, Versailles, circa 1801 A rare French dagger of the Mamelouks de la Garde Impériale, Versailles, circa 1801Elegantly curved, double-edged blade with ridges on both sides, the base with etched manufacturer’s mark "Manufacture de Klingenthal" on the obverse and inscription "Coulaux Frères" on the reverse. Hilt of finely grained brown wood multiply fluted and trimmed with brass, the top finial with stamp "VERSAILLES" on one side. Smooth brass scabbard, on the obverse a drop-shaped suspension loop, the chase with arch décor and acceptance mark "JC". Blade somewhat stained/pitted in places, minor pressure marks at the hilt, traces of wear and age. Length 53.5 cm. Extremely rare, beautifully shaped dagger from a small elite unit of Napoleon that existed between 1801 and 1815.Condition: II
Lot 3107
Degen für einen hohen Offizier im Generalstab Gerade, zweischneidige Klinge von sechseckigem Querschnitt (leicht fleckig), im oberen Drittel beidseitig geätzt, vergoldet und gebläut (berieben) mit Darstellung von Blumengebinden, Kränzen und weiblicher Figur. Reich reliefiertes, vergoldetes Buntmetall-Bügelgefäß, auf dem Stichblatt reliefiert der Adler auf Blitzbündel mit Chiffre "N" an der Brust, der Knauf beidseitig mit geflügeltem Blitzbündel, Palmettenfries und umlaufendem Kranz verziert, am Griffbügel mittig ein fünfstrahliger Stern, quartseitig gewaffelte schwarze Griffschale, terzseitig eine eingelegte weiße Raute aus poliertem Bein (ergänzt). Schwarze Lederscheide (krakeliert, kleine Abreibungen, nachgeschwärzt) mit dezent verzierten vergoldeten Buntmetallbeschlägen. Partiell leicht beschädigt, Altersspuren. Länge 101,5 cm.Seltene, repräsentative Blankwaffe mit schön erhaltener Feuervergoldung. A small-sword for a high officer in the general staff A small-sword for a high officer in the general staffStraight, double-edged blade of hexagonal section (slightly stained), the upper third etched, gilt and blued (rubbed) on both sides, with depiction of flower arrangements, wreaths and female figure. Knuckle-bow hilt of non-ferrous metal, gilt and richly decorated in relief, on the guard plate eagle in relief on top of lightning bolts with cypher "N" on its breast, the pommel decorated on both sides with winged lightning bolts, palmette frieze and surrounding wreath, in the centre of the knuckle bow a five-rayed star, black grip scale chequered on the reverse, the obverse with white lozenge inlaid in polished bone (replaced). Black leather scabbard (craquelures, minor abrasions, re-blackened) with subtly decorated fittings of gilt non-ferrous metal. Slightly damaged in places, traces of age. Length 101.5 cm. Rare, representative edged weapon with beautifully preserved fire gilding.Condition: II
Lot 3140
Louis Napoléon Bonaparte (1778 - 1846) - Portraitgemälde, 1806 - 1810 Öl auf Leinwand (doubliert), unsigniert. Halbfigur mit nur leicht ins Profil gedrehtem Kopf, den Betrachter fixierend. Der junge Louis Bonaparte erscheint in weißer Uniform mit roten Aufschlägen, goldenen Epauletten und angelegtem Ordensschmuck (Bruststern mit niederländischem Löwen), der Degenknauf angeschnitten. In repräsentativem schwarzen Profilrahmen, innen nachvergoldet, unten ein älteres Messingschild, bezeichnet "Louis BONAPARTE / Roi de Hollande". Das Gemälde war ursprünglich größer (Ganzfigur?). Partiell leicht beschädigt, Altersspuren. Bildmaße 75 x 59 cm, Rahmenmaße 90 x 74 cm. Louis Napoléon Bonaparte war einer von vier Brüdern des Kaisers Napoleon I. von Frankreich. Von 1806 bis 1810 war er als Lodewijk Napoleon König des von seinem Bruder geschaffenen Königreichs Holland. Seltenes zeitgenössisches Portraitgemälde dieses Herrschers. Louis Napoléon Bonaparte (1778 - 1846) - a portrait painting, 1806 – 1810 Louis Napoléon Bonaparte (1778 - 1846) - a portrait painting, 1806 – 1810Oil on canvas (doubled), unsigned. Half-length portrait with his head turned slightly in profile and his eyes directed towards the viewer. Young Louis Bonaparte is clad in a white uniform with red cuffs, gold epaulettes and applied order decoration (breast star with Dutch lion), the sword pommel cut. In a representative black profile frame, the interior re-gilt, at the bottom an older brass plate with inscription "Louis BONAPARTE / Roi de Hollande". Originally, the painting was larger (full-length portrait?). Slightly damaged in places, traces of age. Dimensions of painting 75 x 59 cm, dimensions of frame 90 x 74 cm.Louis Napoléon Bonaparte was one of four brothers of Emperor Napoleon I of France. From 1806 to 1810, he ruled the Kingdom of Holland created by his brother under the name of Lodewijk Napoleon. Rare contemporary portrait painting of this sovereign.Condition: II
Lot 3235
Sehr seltener Helm M 1808 für Mannschaften der Leibgarde-Kürassiere bzw. berittenen Artillerie, Russland, um 1810 - 1816 Hoher schwarzer Lederhelm mit seitlichen Hiebwülsten, auf dem vorne mit Messing eingefassten Lederkamm ein nach vorne fallender schwarzer Rosshaarbusch. Lederner Augenschirm mit Messingeinfassung. Großer Stirnschild aus Messing mit eingeprägtem reliefierten Gardestern und russischem Doppeladler. Messing-Schuppenketten mit Schaflederfutter. Braunes Lederschweißband mit naturfarbenem Leinenfutter. Stirnschild mit altem Sammleretikett bzw. rotfarbener handgeschriebener Nummer "930". Altersspuren, leichte Beschädigungen. Einer der klassischsten und seltensten russische Helme. Vgl. Armee von Alexander I., Leonov, Popov, Kibovsky. Russkie Vitiasi 2013, S. 340f. Keywords: Russland, russisch, Russian, Russia, Russe, Russie, Petersburg, Moskau, Moscow, Napoleon, Zar., A very rare Russian helmet M 1808 for enlisted Life Guard Cuirassiers or mounted artillery, circa 1810 - 1816 A very rare Russian helmet M 1808 for enlisted Life Guard Cuirassiers or mounted artillery, circa 1810 - 1816The high, black leather helmet with protective padding on the sides. The leather comb, set with brass in front, bears a black horsehair plume inclined towards the front. Leather peak with brass trim. Large brass plate in front with embossed guard star in relief and Russian double-headed eagle. Brass metal chinscales lined with sheepskin. Brown leather sweatband with natural-coloured linen lining. The front plate with an old collection label and the number "930" handwritten in red. Signs of age, slight damage. One of the most classic, and rarest, of Russian helmets. See Armee von Alexander I., Leonov, Popov, Kibovsky. Russkie Vityazi 2013, p. 340f.Condition: II -Keywords: Russland, russisch, Russian, Russia, Russe, Russie, Petersburg, Moskau, Moscow, Napoleon, Zar.,
Lot 3239
Seltene Uniform für einen Podporutschik des Leibgarde-Ulanen-Regiments Seiner Kaiserlichen Majestät, Russland, um 1914 Dunkelblauer Rock, roter Kragen mit silbernem Litzenbesatz, rote Rabatte und Ärmelaufschläge. Versilberte Knöpfe mit russischem Doppeladler. Originale Epauletten von einem Podporutschik mit versilberten Feldern und Halbmonden (patiniert), zwei aufgelegte versilberte Sterne, rotes Futter. Komplett mit hochwertig gefertigter silberner Fangschnur, Schulterriemen (berieben) für Kartuschkasten, Riemen. Minimale Altersspuren, guter Zustand. Keywords: Russland, russisch, Russian, Russia, Russe, Russie, Petersburg, Moskau, Moscow, A rare Russian uniform for a Podporuchik of His Imperial Majesty's Life Guard Uhlan Regiment, circa 1914 A rare Russian uniform for a Podporuchik of His Imperial Majesty's Life Guard Uhlan Regiment, circa 1914Dark blue tunic, red collar trimmed with silver braid, red rabatt and cuffs. Silver-plated buttons with the Russian double-headed eagle. Original epaulettes for a Podporuchik with silver-plated sections and crescents (patina), two silver-plated star appliqués, red lining. Complete with the beautifully made silver lanyard, shoulder strap (scuffed) for a cartridge box, straps. Minimal traces of age, good condition. Condition: IIKeywords: Russland, russisch, Russian, Russia, Russe, Russie, Petersburg, Moskau, Moscow,
Lot 3240
Extrem seltene Paradeuniform eines hohen Regierungsbeamten der 1. Klasse, wohl der Kaiserlichen Jagdverwaltung, Russland, zwischen 1870 und 1900 Schwarzes Tuch, roter Kragen und Ärmelaufschläge, sehr reiche, feine, teils vergoldete Silberstickerei auf beiden Seiten. Vergoldete Knöpfe, einseitig mit Doppeladler. Vergoldete, raupenförmige Schulterstücke. Das Futter aus cremefarbener Seide. Dazu Parade-Zweispitz aus schwarzem Mohairfilz mit Federbesatz, umlaufender schwarz-goldener Tresse und goldener Agraffe, russische Kokarde, vergoldeter Knopf mit Doppeladler, lederner Schweißband und cremefarbenes Seidenfutter mit goldfarbener Herstellermarke des Hoflieferant "C. Schiffler, St. Petersburg" unter russischem Doppeladler sowie kyrillisches Monogramm des Besitzers "P.V". Leichte Trage- und Altersspuren. Möglicherweise leicht gekürzt. Komplett mit einem Paar langer, schwarz lackierter Lederstiefel mit angeschnallten Sporen (lose). Dazu eine weiße, stockfleckige Leinenhose. Sehr hochwertige, aufwendige Arbeit. Extrem seltene, prunkvolle Uniform von musealer Qualität. Keywords: Russland, russisch, Russian, Russia, Russe, Russie, Petersburg, Moskau, Moscow, An extremely rare Russian parade uniform of a high government official, 1st class, probably of the Imperial Hunting Administration, between 1870 and 1900 An extremely rare Russian parade uniform of a high government official, 1st class, probably of the Imperial Hunting Administration, between 1870 and 1900 Black cloth, red collar and cuffs. Extremely opulent, fine embroidery in silver, partially gilt, from both sides. Gilt buttons with the double-headed eagle on one side. Gilt caterpillar-shaped shoulder boards. Lined in cream-coloured silk. Comes with a parade bicorne in black mohair felt, trimmed with feathers, a border of black and gold braid and a gold riband buckle. Russian cockade, gilt button with double-headed eagle, leather sweatband and cream-coloured silk lining with gold-coloured manufacturer's mark of the purveyor to the court "C. Schiffler, St. Petersburg" below the Russian double-headed eagle and the owner's monogram "P.V" in Cyrillic. Slight signs of age and wear. May have been shortened slightly. Complete with a pair of long, black-lacquered leather boots with buckled spurs (loose). Also includes a pair of white linen trousers with spots of mould. Very high quality, exquisite work. Extremely rare, magnificent uniform that would grace a museum collection. Condition: II Keywords: Russland, russisch, Russian, Russia, Russe, Russie, Petersburg, Moskau, Moscow,
Lot 3246
Großfürst Mikhail Nikolaevitch Romanov (1832 - 1909) - persönliche Feldmarschalls-Schulterstücke, Russland, letztes Drittel 19. Jhdt. Gold- und Silberfaden. Aufwendig gearbeitet mit erhabener gekrönter Chiffre "A II" in Silber für Zar Alexander II. und "M" in Gold wohl für Großfürst Mikhail Nikolaevitch, darunter gekreuzte Marschallstäbe. Karmesinrotes Unterfutter. Sehr schöne Erhaltung.Großfürst Mikhail Nikolaevitch war im Russisch-Türkischen Krieg (1877 - 1878) Oberbefehlshaber der russischen Truppen im Kaukasus und wurde im April 1878 zum Generalfeldmarschall ernannt. 1881 wurde er von Alexander III. anstelle seines älteren Bruders Konstantin zum Vorsitzenden des Staatsrates ernannt und hatte dieses Amt bis zu seinem Tode inne. Extrem selten und bedeutend. Keywords: Russland, russisch, Russian, Russia, Russe, Russie, Petersburg, Moskau, Moscow, Grand Duke Mikhail Nikolaevich Romanov (1832 - 1909) – his personal field marshal epaulettes, last third of the 19th century Grand Duke Mikhail Nikolaevich Romanov (1832 - 1909) – his personal field marshal epaulettes, last third of the 19th century Gold and silver thread. Elaborately worked with a raised, crowned cipher "A II" in silver for Tsar Alexander II and "M" in gold, presumably for Grand Duke Mikhail Nikolaevich, above crossed marshal's batons. Crimson lining. In immaculate condition.Grand Duke Mikhail Nikolaevich was Commander-in-Chief of the Russian troops in the the Caucasus during the Russo-Turkish war (1877 - 1878) and was promoted to General Field Marshal in April 1878. In 1881, he was appointed Chairman of the State Council by Alexander III, instead of his older brother Konstantin, and held this office until his death.Extremely rare find of historical significance. Condition: I - IIKeywords: Russland, russisch, Russian, Russia, Russe, Russie, Petersburg, Moskau, Moscow,
Lot 3431
Richard Wagner - Ehrenpreis für Marineflieger Zwei miteinander verschraubte, vollplastische, bronzene kämpfende Adler, ähnlich der Darstellung auf dem Ehrenbecher. Der schwarze achteckige Holzsockel mit vorderseitiger Widmungsplakette (ein Haltenagel fehlt) "Dem Sieger - im Luftkampf - 14. Jan. 1917 - Flugmaat Wagner". Gesamthöhe ca. 26 cm. Verschraubung lose, leicht verputzt, mit schöner Patina und Grünspan. Sehr selten. Dazu wohl eine der ersten Verleihungen des erst im Januar 1917 gestifteten Ehrenpreises. Bis Kriegsende wurden aufgrund fehlenden Materials und auch finanzieller Mittel unter 100 Stück ausgehändigt. Dazu ein Wanderpreis in Form eines Silberbechers mit den sechs gravierten Namen von 1929 bis 1934. Feingehaltspunze "800", Höhe ca. 16,5 cm, Gewicht ca. 192 g. Wagners EK 1 (Silber mit geschwärztem Eisenkern) im Verleihungsetui. Richard Wagner (1893 - 1935): Bei Kriegsbeginn 1914 meldete sich der ausgebildete Motorenbauer freiwillig zur 1. Seefliegerabteilung, wurde dort Fluglehrer und war u.a. am Ägäischen Meer eingesetzt. Ab 1923 Einflieger, zuletzt Chefeinflieger bei Dornier in Marina di Pisa/Italien und Friedrichshafen. Er stellte einige fliegerische Weltrekorde mit Dornier-Wal-Flugbooten auf. Während eines Manövriertests auf dem Bodensee kam es zu dem unverhofften Erstflug der legendären Do X. 1935 verunglückt Wagner bei einer Landung mit einer Dornier-Wal tödlich auf dem oberbayerischen Simssee. Richard Wagner - an honorary award for naval aviators Richard Wagner - an honorary award for naval aviatorsTwo fully sculptured, fighting eagles in bronze, both screwed together, similar to the representation on the goblet of honour. The black, octagonal wooden pedestal with a dedication plaque on the front (one nail is missing): "Dem Sieger - im Luftkampf - 14. Jan. 1917 - Flugmaat Wagner". Overall height approx. 26 cm. The screw fitting is loose, slightly over-polished, with a beautiful patina and verdigris. Extremely rare find. Moreover, probably one of the first honorary awards as it was only instituted in January 1917. Until the end of the war, fewer than 100 awards were issued due to the lack of both materials and funds. Also includes a challenge trophy in the form of a silver cup engraved with six names from 1929 to 1934. Mark of fineness "800", height approx. 16.5 cm, weight approx. 192 g. Wagner's Iron Cross 1st Class (silver with magnetic iron core) in the presentation case. Richard Wagner (1893 - 1935): when war broke out in 1914, the qualified engine builder enlisted in the 1st naval aviator division, serving as flight instructor, and flew several missions, including the Aegean Sea. From 1923, he worked as a test pilot, later as head test pilot for Dornier in Marina di Pisa/Italy and Friedrichshafen. He set several aviation world records with the Dornier Wal flying boats. During a test manoeuvre over Lake Constance, the maiden flight of the legendary Do X was unexpectedly successful. In 1935, Wagner was killed while landing a Dornier Wal on Simssee in Upper Bavaria. Condition: II
Lot 3452
Askari-Statuette als Abschiedsgeschenk für Oberleutnant Kuhlmann in Deutsch-Ostafrika, 1894-99 Bronziertes weißes Metall, detaillierte Darstellung eines mit Gewehr schreitenden Askari in voller Ausrüstung. Schwarz lackierter, profilierter Holzsockel mit graviertem Widmungsschild aus Neusilber: "Dem scheidenden Oberleutnant Kuhlmann / 1894-1899 / Das Offizier-Corps der Schutztruppe für Deutsch-Ost Afrika". Bajonett unter Laufmündung mit Klebepunkt gesichert, Figur und Sockel leicht bestoßen/berieben, Gebrauchs- und Altersspuren. Gesamthöhe 58,5 cm, Gewicht 7 kg. Sehr repräsentatives und seltenes Offiziersgeschenk.Provenienz: Direkt aus Familienbesitz. An Askari statuette as a farewell gift for Oberleutnant Kuhlmann in Deutsch-Ostafrika, 1894-99 An Askari statuette as a farewell gift for Oberleutnant Kuhlmann in Deutsch-Ostafrika, 1894-99Bronzed white metal, detailed portrayal of an askari in full gear walking with rifle at ready. Black lacquered, profiled wood socle with engraved nickel-silver plaque bearing the inscription: "Dedicated to the retiring Oberleutnant Kuhlmann / 1894-1899 / The Officer Corps of the Schutztruppe for Deutsch-Ost Afrika" (tr.). Bayonet fastened with a dab of glue under the muzzle, the figure and socle slightly bumped/rubbed, signs of use and age. Overall height 58.5 cm, weight 7 kg. Very representative and rare gift for an officer.Provenance: From the family's collection.Condition: II
Lot 3466
Militärorden "Für Tapferkeit", Set 1. Klasse, 3. Modell (1915 - 1918) Set 1. Klasse, bestehend aus: Kreuz 1. Klasse, Buntmetall, vergoldet, emailliert, die Medaillons separat aufgelegt, der aversseitige Löwe und das reversseitige Monogramm "A" ebenfalls separat aufgelegt, an konfektioniertem Halsband, Gewicht 42,6 g, Maße 86,1 x 57,9 mm, im extrem seltenen Verleihungsetui mit aufgedrucktem Monogramm "F I" für Zar Ferdinand I. sowie aufgedruckter Ordens- und Klassenbezeichnung. Dazu Bruststern der 1. Klasse, Buntmetall vergoldet, emailliert, das Medaillon separat aufgelegt, der Löwe ebenfalls auf der roten Emaille des Zentrums aufgelegt. Rückseitig mit Nadel, die rückseitige Medaillonabdeckung unprofessionell neu verklebt, Gewicht 51,1 g, Maße 59,8 x 60,1 mm, Stern ebenfalls im fast quadratischen, extrem seltenen Verleihungsetui mit aufgedrucktem Monogramm "F I" für Zar Ferdinand I. sowie aufgedruckter Ordens- und Klassenbezeichnung. Das Kreuz in prachtvoller Erhaltung, der Stern eine Sammleranfertigung. Military Order "For Bravery", a set 1st Class, 3rd pattern (1915 – 1918) Military Order "For Bravery", a set 1st Class, 3rd pattern (1915 – 1918)1st-Class set, consisting of: Cross 1st Class, non-ferrous metal, gilt, enamelled, the medallions separately applied, the lion on the obverse and the monogram "A" on the reverse also separately applied, on a customised neck ribbon, weight 42.6 g, dimensions 86.1 x 57.9 mm, in an extremely rare presentation case with imprinted monogram "F I" for Tsar Ferdinand I, as well as imprinted order and class designation. Comes with the Breast Star 1st Class, gilt and enamelled non-ferrous metal, the medallion separately applied, the lion also applied on the central section enamelled in red. Pin on the reverse, the reverse medallion cover plate inexpertly re-glued, weight 51.1 g, dimensions 59.8 x 60.1 mm, star included in the almost square, extremely rare presentation case with imprinted monogram "F I" for Tsar Ferdinand I, as well as imprinted order and class designation. The cross in a splendid state of preservation, the star a collector’s reproduction.Condition: II +
Lot 3497
St. Alexander-Orden, 3. Klasse, 1. Modell, 2. Typ, 1886 Kreuz 3. Klasse mit Schwertern über dem Kreuz, Silber vergoldet und emailliert, mit Halsband. Gewicht 35,4 g, Maße 83,7 x 45,3 mm.Siehe Todor Petrov, "Bulgarian Orders and Medals", S. 314, wonach die 3. Klasse mit Schwertern über dem Kreuz nur an sieben Bulgaren verliehen wurde. Sehr selten. Provenienz: Dieses Exemplar stammt aus der Sammlung von Professor G- A. Tammann. Angeboten durch die UBS AG in Basel am 4. - 5. November 2008 unter der Losnummer 206. Laut dortiger Auktionsbeschreibung stammte dieses Kreuz aus der Ex-Sammlung Thiery Mühlhausen Schaffhausen. Order of St. Alexander, 3rd Class, 1st pattern, 2nd type, 1886 Order of St. Alexander, 3rd Class, 1st pattern, 2nd type, 1886Cross 3rd Class with swords above the cross, silver gilt and enamelled, with neck ribbon. Weight 35.4 g, dimensions 83.7 x 45.3 mm.Cf. Todor Petrov, "Bulgarian Orders and Medals", p. 314, according to which the 3rd Class with swords above the cross was awarded to 7 Bulgarians only. Very rare. Provenance: This item comes from the collection of Professor B. A. Tammann. Offered at an auction by UBS AG in Basel on 4 and 5 November 2008 under lot No. 206. According to their description this cross comes from the former collection Thiery Mühlhausen Schaffhausen.Condition: II +
Lot 3501
St. Alexander-Orden, 1. Klasse, 2. Modell, 1887 - 1908 Bruststern zur 1. Klasse mit Schwertern, Silber, vergoldet und emailliert, auf der Nadel und im rückseitigen Sternkörper altösterreichische Silber- und Herstellerpunzen von Rothe, Wien. Gewicht 68,8 g, Maße 88,5 x 88,5 mm.Frühe Verleihungen mit Schwertern sind außerordentlich selten, zum Bsp. an König Carol I. von Rumänien als Anerkennung für den Krieg 1877 gegen die Osmanen, durch Zar Ferdinand I. von Bulgarien.Siehe Todor Petrov, "Bulgarian Orders and Medals", S. 314, wonach die 1. Klasse mit Schwertern an keinen Bulgaren, aber an fünf (sechs) Ausländer verliehen wurde. Order of St. Alexander, 1st Class, 2nd pattern, 1887 – 1908 Order of St. Alexander, 1st Class, 2nd pattern, 1887 – 1908Breast star to the 1st Class with Swords, silver, gilt and enamelled, the pin and the reverse star body with old Austrian silver marks and maker’s marks of Rothe, Vienna. Weight 68.8 g, dimensions 88.5 x 88.5 mm.Early awards with swords are extremely rare, for example, to King Carol I of Romania as acknowledgement for the war against the Ottoman empire in 1877, by Tsar Ferdinand I of Bulgaria.Cf. Todor Petrov, "Bulgarian Orders and Medals", p. 314, according to which the 1st Class with Swords was not awarded to any Bulgarians but to five (six) foreigners.Condition: II +
Lot 3598
Orden der Heiligen Kyrill und Methodius, kleine Ordenskollane Kleine Ordenskollane, bestehend aus 13 Lilien- und 13 Löwen-Medaillongliedern, Kleinod und Kette aus vergoldetem Silber, die Kettenglieder einseitig, das anhängende Kleinod und die Feuerstrahlen beidseitig emailliert, das Vorderseitenmedaillon mit feiner Emaillemalerei. Die Kollane im sehr seltenen originalen, mit grauem Stoff bezogenen Verleihungsetui, auf dem Deckel die bulgarische Zarenkrone in Gold aufgedruckt.Provenienz: Ex - Sammlung Professor G. A. Tammann. Versteigert am 4. bis 5- November 2008 in Basel von der UBS AG unter der Losnummer 212.Dort wird angegeben, dass dieses Stück aus dem Besitz des italienischen Außenministers Galeazzo Ciano, Conte di Cortellazzo (903 - 1944) stammt. Ciano wurde auf Befehl Mussolinis hingerichtet. Order of Saints Cyril and Methodius, a lesser collar Order of Saints Cyril and Methodius, a lesser collarLesser collar, consisting of 13 fleur-de-lys and 13 lion medallion links, badge and chain of gilt silver, the chain links enamelled on one side, the attached badge and the fire rays enamelled on both sides, the front medallion with fine enamel painting. The collar in the very rare original presentation case covered with grey cloth, the lid imprinted with the Bulgarian tsarist crown in gold.Provenance: Former collection of Professor G. A. Tammann. Sold in Basel at the auction of UBS AG on 4 and 5 November 2008 under lot No. 212.It is stated there that this item comes from the possession of the Italian Foreign Minister Galeazzo Ciano, Conte di Cortellazzo (1903 - 1944). Ciano was executed on Mussolini’s order.Condition: II
Lot 3600
Orden der Heiligen Kyrill und Methodius, kleine Ordenskollane Kleine Ordenskollane, bestehend aus 13 Lilien- und 13 Löwen-Medaillongliedern, Kleinod und Kette aus vergoldetem Silber, die Kettenglieder einseitig, das anhängende Kleinod teilweise beidseitig emailliert (die Feuerstrahlen nur avers), die Vorderseite des Medaillons mit plastischer Darstellung der apostelgleichen Heiligen, deren Gewänder farbig emailliert, das Endglied mit Zungenverschluss zur leichteren Öffnung und Verschluss durch den Träger. Die Kollane nebst Kleinod in seltener Luxusausführung in europäischer - wohl spanischer - Fertigung nach 1945, ohne Punzen. Anzunehmen ist wohl eine "Haus-Verleihung" durch den im spanischen Exil lebenden König Simeon II. von Bulgarien.Dazu Michael Autengruber: "Der Orden ging 1946 mit der Abschaffung der Monarchie zunächst unter, König Simeon verlieh ihn jedoch auch im Exil weiter.".Provenienz: Diese Kleine Kollane wurde am 31. Oktober 2008 bei der Fa. Thies in der 36. Auktion unter der Losnummer 401 exakt mit dieser zeitlichen Zuschreibung angeboten. Order of Saints Cyril and Methodius, a lesser collar Order of Saints Cyril and Methodius, a lesser collarLesser collar, consisting of 13 fleur-de-lys and 13 lion medallion links, the badge and chain of gilt silver, the chain links enamelled on one side, the attached badge partly enamelled on both sides (the fire rays only on the obverse), the obverse of the medallion with three-dimensional depiction of the equal-to-apostles saints, their garments enamelled in colour, the terminal link with snap lock clasp for easier opening and closing by the wearer. The collar and badge in rare deluxe version manufactured in Europe, presumably Spain, after 1945, unmarked. This order was probably awarded by King Simeon II of Bulgaria during his Spanish exile –not as a sovereign, but on behalf of the Bulgarian royal house.Michael Autengruber comments as follows: "After the abolition of the monarchy in 1946, the order first vanished, but King Simeon continued to award it from his exile.".Provenance: This lesser collar was offered by the company Thies at their 36th auction on 31 October 2008 under lot No. 401 and was ascribed to exactly the same period.Condition: I - II
Lot 115
NORTHERN MBALA HEADRESTAt least twelve of this rare and distinctive form of Northern Mbala headrest are known in museum collections, with their squat Janus figure support with elongated arms supporting the broad top. Those examples with collection information were collected in the early years of the 20th century. Three were collected by Emile Torday, presumably during his two-year stay in the small Northern Mbala community of Kolokoto in 1905. Torday spent two years in the Kwilu area becoming fluent in Kimbala. One of the headrests he recorded as coming from Putubumba (BM Af1907,0528.14) and another from Mossonge (perhaps Mosenge) (BM Af1907,0528.13). The third Torday headrest is in the Pitt Rivers Museum, Oxford (1907.21.1). Two Mbala headrests in the Royal Museum for Central Africa, Tervuren, were donated in 1917 by Nicolas Arnold, Secrétaire Général du Ministère des Colonies from 1911 to 1928 (EO.0.0.20154 and EO.0.0.20155) and a third in the MRAC was donated by Mr. and Mrs. J. Stoclet in 1945 (EO.0.0.40543). A third Mbala headrest in the British Museum was donated by the Wellcome Institute for the History of Medicine in 1954 (Af1954,23.1856). Two are in German museums; one in the Staatliches Museum für Völkerkunde, Munich, was purchased from William Oldman in 1926 (26-3-32) and one in the Ethnologisches Museum (SMPK), Berlin, was purchased from Julius Konietzko in 1919 (III C 31989). Three are in museums in the USA, one in the Penn Museum was purchased from J. F. G. Umlauff in 1912 (AF796); another in the Metropolitan Museum of Art was gifted by Nelson A. Rockefeller in 1970 (1978.412.617) and finally an example formerly in the Jerome Joss collection is now in the Fowler Museum at UCLA (FMCH 90.453).17 cm. highProvenanceCorneel De Vleeschouwer, AntwerpCorneel De Vleeschouwer was born in Antwerp into a family of modest means. He trained as a chef and at the end of the 1950s started work on the Congo boats of the CMB (Compagnie Maritime Belge) making regular trips between Antwerp and the Belgian Congo. It was during these trips to Africa that his interest in African art developed. His particular interest in African iron weapons would lead him to train as a blacksmith.
Lot 63
LULUWA MASKThis rare mask, which has only recently come to light, can be added to a very small corpus discussed by Constantine Petridis in Luluwa: Central African Art between Heaven and Earth, (Brussels, 2018, pp.191-197). The corpus is distinguished by its slender form, concave eye sockets, saw-toothed superstructure and minimal painted surface ornament. Only one of these masks has its precise origin recorded. It is today in the Museum am Rothenbaum/Kulturen und Künste der Welt in Hamburg and was collected by Leo Frobenius in 1905 in the village of Matama from the Baqua Kadiobo (in the southern Luluwa region). Frobenius recorded that the mask was called Muschiani (museum accession number 5472:06, illustrated in von Sydow, E., Afrikanische Plastik, Berlin, 1954, pl.85A). Petridis illustrates two other masks from this corpus in private collections; the first, now in the collection of Udo and Wally Horstmann, was formerly in the collection of the Musée des Pères de Scheut in Brussels, and the second now in a private collection had passed through the hands of a number of well-known western collectors and dealers, the first of whom was Denise and Jacques Schwob in Belgium (op.cit. pp.196-7, figs.170 and 171). A further group of related masks, similar in style to the three discussed above, was collected by Albert Maesen for the RMCA in the village of Tshibombi, and according to Maesen, were carved by Ntumba Tshasuma of the Bakwa Kasaanzu subgroup, who died in 1978. They are wider in style than the earlier slender group. Other masks apparently also by Ntumba Tshasuma were collected by Paul Timmermans (op. cit. pp.198-99, figs.173-175). The style of the present lot clearly indicates its closer affinities with the earlier corpus to which this newly-discovered mask can now be added.45 cm. highProvenanceCompagnie du KasaiPrivate collection, Belgium
Lot 3225
A collection of cigarette and trade cards in seven albums, including a set of 50 Ogdens 'Derby Entrants 1928', a set of 50 Ardath 'Stamps, Rare and Interesting', and a set of 25 Lambert & Butler 'Pirates & Highwaymen'.Buyer’s Premium 29.4% (including VAT @ 20%) of the hammer price. Lots purchased online via the-saleroom.com will attract an additional premium of 6% (including VAT @ 20%) of the hammer price.
Lot 831
English School (19th Century) - 'Capri', a vessel off the coast of Capri flying the English flag and other various flags, inscribed pencil and wash on tinted paper 5.5" x 7.25" together with six further pictures including a watercolour of shipping in rough seas bearing the signature G Webster, and a companion work, unsigned also another study of ships in a harbour black and white engraving showing details of the stern of a heavily carved Man-O-Wall, another hand tinted engraving of a rare duck, a book plate numbered DLXV and inscribed, and lastly a unglazed etching of a landscape, various sizes (7)
Lot 226
‘Safe Conduct’ Second World War D-day Safe Conduct German response ‘Safe Conduct’ leaflet, a rare leaflet dropped over allied troops in response to original safe conduct leaflets. The leaflet has been amended to read on front side ‘The German soldier who carries this safe conduct is using it as a sign of his genuine wish to go into captivity for the next ten years, to betray his fatherland, to return home a broken old man and very probably never to see his parents, wife and children again.’ The reverse reads; ‘DEAR FRIENDS: We are returning your age old dodge, after having made the necessary rectifications, with sincerest thanks. It was highly amusing, and we must commend you on your efforts. But please refrain from molesting us further in this direction. It should be obvious to you that the ideals for which 90 Million Germans have fought (according to Churchill) “like lions” for over five years cannot be so very rotten that we could be lured into surrender through mere ham and eggs. Hoping that we can rely on your sagacity to comprehend, we remain as of old, with Heil Hitler!’. Together with an original Safe-Conduct leaflet for comparison, stamped ‘RESTRICTED’ & ‘SAUF-CONDUIT’ to reverse. The Germans particularly hated the original leaflet, hence the response. 13cm x 21cm. (2)
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Lot 16
George IV (1820-1830), Pennies (2), 1826, 1827; Halfpence (2), 1826, 1827; Farthings (10), 1821, 1822, 1823 (2), 1825, 1826 (2, both type 2), 1827, 1828, 1829; Half-Farthing, 1830, Third-Farthing, 1827 (S 3822-7) [16]. Second only fair but rare, others mostly fine to very fine, a few better £150-£200
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