c.1901 Locomobile Style 2 5.5HP Dos-a-dos Steam Runabout Car no. 3596 Engine no. 46842-Cylinder Double-Acting Steam EngineApproximately 5.5bhpSprocket Rear Axle with Chain Drive4-Wheel Leaf Spring SuspensionRear Band-Type Brakes*The only steam car in the collection*Former ownership in the Tony Hulman/Indianapolis Museum of Speed Collection*Very rare survivor of this coachwork styleTHE MOTORCAR OFFEREDThe Locomobile owes its genesis in large part to the Stanley brothers, of steamer fame. One of Locomobile's co-founders, John Brisben Walker, persuaded the Stanleys to sell him their steam car business. Walker then sold a half-interest in the new company to an asphalt millionaire, A.L. Barber. Locomobile took over Stanley's production line at Watertown, Massachusetts, renaming the little steamers 'Locomobile'. The two partners had a falling out within weeks and severed their business ties. Barber retained the Locomobile name and Watertown plant, and eventually acquired other factory locations. From 1900 production was transferred to Bridgeport, Connecticut and by 1902, more than 4,000 units had been manufactured.Many observers consider the Runabout the first mass-produced steam car, while noting that it was really a Stanley in all but name. It used a very simple motor that was directly attached to the axle sprocket. The chassis itself was basic as well; a wood frame and body with buggy-type suspension, spidery wire wheels and tiller steering.This Locomobile appears to date from later on in 1901 to judge from published material on their car numbers which cites cars for 1901 as running between 2401 and 4660. Its engine number dates from 1902.It would seem to be one of the more substantially bodied 'dos-a-dos' or back-to-back seating variants, which had more bodywork and distinctive looped handrails to the outside of the coachwork. Published advertising cites these as debuting in late 1901 for the following year, and to judge from surviving examples they are very few and far between, being seldom offered for sale. The Locomobile was acquired privately through dealer Charles Bronson and is understood to have been part of a package of cars that emerged from the Indianapolis Speedway Museum in the early 2010s. It was therefore almost certainly previously part of the Tony Hulman Early Wheels Collection in Terre Haute, Indianapolis, prior to their merging at the Speedway. Cars in that collection were generally acquired in adolescence of the hobby and so it is likely that even by then it has spent some 40-50 years housed at Indy. To judge from the way in which its paintwork is decorated it seems likely that it was used by Indy, or a former owner for promotional purposes, being copiously labelled for Richfield gasoline or 'ethyl'. From the aesthetics of its mechanics, it would appear not to have been run for a very long time. Steam cars are by their nature something that needs to be properly restored and exercised in order for their inherent power to be safe, so a comprehensive review of this car's running gear would be recommended prior to any use. The Locomobile has never been submitted to the Veteran Car Club of Great Britain for confirmation of its manufacture date, however its format is one that was not in production beyond 1902, and owing to its originality generally would comfortably place it within the coveted pre-1905 window required to participate in the famed London to Brighton Run in the UK. Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
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1907 Pope-Hartford Model L 25-30HP Raceabout Engine no. 3033298ci OHV Inline 4-Cylinder EngineSingle Pope Hartford Carburetorc.25hp3-Speed TransmissionSemi-Elliptic Leaf Spring Suspension2-Wheel Mechanical Brakes* In the present ownership since 2011* Great looking sporting Pope* Eligible for HCCA and Audrain Veteran Car Tour* Well setup for brass car events THE POPE-HARTFORDCol. Albert Pope was one of the celebrated industrialists of the post-civil war era, having created a highly successful bicycle empire that benefitted from the enormous bike craze of the late 1800s. By the end of the decade, Pope had consolidated over 40 bicycle manufacturers into his American Bicycle Company. The skill set and manufacturing capability of these companies gave Pope a strong basis to enter automobile manufacturing. Having seen that the bicycle craze would be supplanted by Automobiles, Pope began in the 1890s with the Columbia automobile. Primarily an electric car, it gave Pope a toehold in the new market. The Pope automobile empire would eventually include numerous brands including Pope-Tribune, Pope-Toledo, Pope-Robinson, Pope-Waverley and the most enduring, Pope-Hartford. The Pope-Hartford would be the only Pope brand built in the city of the company's headquarters in Hartford, Ct. Begun in 1904 with a single cylinder car, the brand built its first four in 1906 and the fours would be the engine that ultimately built the brands reputation.Pope-Hartford gained a reputation for being a reliable, well made and soundly engineered automobile. With the exception of the unusual-for-the-time overhead valve engine the cars were conservatively designed and that was no doubt a key to their reputation for durability. Pope-Hartford did participate in racing and most famously won the San Francisco 'free for all' in 1909 with a 40hp model. The event celebrated the 300th anniversary of Don Gaspar de Portola's discovery of the bay. The success at this event gave name to the body style Pope is most famous for the 'Portola Roadster'.Today few brass car brands enjoy the status Pope-Hartford does, coveted by brass car enthusiasts for their wonderful touring abilities. They are reliable, powerful, good –looking, and not too big. The late cars have the benefit of a four-speed transmissions and electric starting. Pope-Hartford is one of the only brass era marques that enjoys its own exclusive tour – the Pope Tour.THE MOTORCAR OFFEREDThis sporting Pope was bought a dozen years ago for the collection, having previously resided with Neil Larosa in San Diego, California. In the current ownership it was regularly exercised an enjoyed, more often than not with the top discarded and stripped down to be more of a raceabout than a runabout. Such events are known to have included the Millers at Milwaukee gathering in 2012, where it was certainly a sight to behold. The Runabout is well equipped with a whole host of brass accessories, large Solar headlamps shine out front, sidelamps are mounted to the dash and an acetylene generator sits on the running board, as well as a large brass horn. Tucked away at the rear of the car are modern traffic signals also to aid touring. All of these serve to accent the car's rakish sporting bodywork which is finished in an attractive deep maroon coloring. Contrasting the coachwork are caramel colored leather bucket seats and third seat (with multiple handles to hold onto for that lucky passenger), and a light tan top. The Horseless Carriage Club Roster of 2006/7 lists this as the only Model L known to that club, they are certainly rare and have always been coveted motorcars, this is a great way to enter that fray. Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
1906 Pope-Toledo Model XII 35/40HP Roi Des Belges Engine no. 35-40-1821352.8ci 4-Cylinder Engine35/40bhp3-Speed Sliding-Gear Manual Transmission with Double Chain DriveFront and Rear Semi-Elliptic Leaf SpringsRear-Wheel Drum Brakes*A well-known, largely original example with 1950s cosmetic restoration*Exceptionally beautiful, handsomely designed coachwork*Offered with a significant history and maintenance file*An outstanding early Brass Era car with power, quality, style and character'DON'T TAKE 'THE OTHER FELLOW'S' DUST''Buy a...Pope-Toledo, and your 'right of way' on any road, anywhere, will be absolute, supreme and acknowledged. It matters not what make 'the other fellow' drives, nor what price he paid, you can pass him if you want to. Isn't it a great satisfaction to know that your car has this quality – even though you do not want extreme speed? It is positive assurance of Power, Power at the Wheels, Power for Emergencies, Power for Hills, for Sand and Heavy Roads; Reserve Power, so that your engine is exerting itself scarcely more than idling when bowling along at a 30 mile clip.' There can be little doubt that the advertising copywriters knew how to summarize the essence of these majestic cars. Produced in Ohio from 1903 to 1909, the Pope-Toledo was in its time the peak of Colonel Albert Pope's Brass Era automotive empire, which produced fine cars in most all the major cities of the United States. It was noted for grand, almost baroque styling, with the largest models boasting ornate 'Roi-des-Belges' bodywork, quite literally a translation of 'King of Belgium' since this monarch was noted to favor this style of coachwork with tulip-like complex curves and dramatic swaging, atypical for this period. A particular aspect being that he preferred there to be a partition between the front seats, where many cars of this period simply carried a bench front seat, it was a characteristic that no doubt suggest that he liked to be firmly held in his seat when driving. And, given the sturdy, durable engineering and no small measure of power, that would have stopped him being 'thrown about' at speed!The 1906 Model XII was, in fact, among the most powerful automobiles then on the American road, challenging the famous offerings of Packard, Peerless, and even Thomas, with a 35hp four-cylinder engine and a three-speed sliding gear transmission, with a direct-drive 'speed gear' and double chain drive. It combined brawn and elegance as did few others of its time, and became one of the most respected and, today, sought-after early American automobiles.THE MOTORCAR OFFEREDIn 1951, Bob and Herb Horn, recent emigres from Iowa, opened Horn Bros. Cars of Yesteryear in Sarasota, Florida. In an era when roadside car museums were the norm, the Horns filled their facility with some truly exceptional early automobiles. The museum was sold in the mid-1960s to Walter Bellm, who continued to operate it until the mid-1990s. In its heyday, Cars of Yesteryear was a fabulous, weird and wonderful place, with the great cars of the Brass and Classic Eras complemented by Bantams, a Lincoln designed for Jacqueline Kennedy, and microcars hung off the walls and ceiling.The Horns brought this Model XII with them from Iowa, based on the period Hawkeye State registration no. 4639 still attached, as well as the Iowa license plates with which it was photographed in the museum in-period, including an appearance on the cover of the December 1954 issue of Car Life. After nearly forty years in the museum, the car was sold by Mr. Bellm to Fred Weber of St. Louis, from whom it was acquired by Don C. Boulton in 1991.The car's present restoration hails from the Horn ownership and it maintains a good look for a car of its age. The red and black color scheme is well-suited to the ornate curves of the original body and bell-shaped radiator and is picked up by elaborate hand-laid striping. Clearly the work was largely cosmetic and the car beneath remains well-preserved, as it retains all of its gorgeous original trim and such often-lost original features as storage drawers under the driver's seats and additional compartments within the running boards. Leather aprons are mounted between the fenders and the body. The Selden plate is still attached, and the car carries its matching set of brass Solar model 626 cowl lamps, model 684 headlamps, model 404 tail lamp, and acetylene generator with pride. The dashboard boasts a Junghans 8-day clock, made in Germany, and a Jones 100 mph speedometer.Even the engine of this car is a work of mechanical art, with external overhead valve gear that is a joy to watch in operation. Certainly Mr. Boulton thought so, as after acquiring the Pope-Toledo he invested considerable time and money in returning it to operational condition. A significant file of restoration and repair receipts attests to this fact, and accompanies the Model XII along with two Pope-Toledo instruction manuals, many other documents and articles, and artifacts of its Horn Brothers and subsequently Bellm's ownership.The Pope-Toledo was one of the highlights of the Donald C. Boulton Collection at Bonhams dispersal sale in 2019 at Amelia Island. Father and son were enthusiastic attendees of the auction, they may well have been the first through the door of the first day of preview if memory serves the cataloguer right and were clearly determined to secure a car from that group. Ultimately, they settled on this fabulous Pope-Toledo as their souvenir of the day. Its transition would no doubt have been one that Mr. Boulton approved of, and as evidenced from the cars on offer today, it was a natural fit for the collection, where it sat alongside the later roadster of its same maker. In preparation for the sale, the car has received the care and attention that latterly had alluded its past two owners, the car has been sympathetically and carefully cleaned. The comprehensive set of brass work has been laboriously polished, and the car was checked over and made to run once again. The 1906 Pope is a remarkably original and certainly very rare survivor of this period of production. Its mechanical aspect is extremely powerful for its day, while atop the running gear is one of the most beautifully sculpted examples of coachwork of this period, with not a flat surface anywhere on the body. The Two Generations, Boulton Pope is as richly rewarding on the road as to look at. Its appearance on the market is only owing to the sad and untimely passing of its owners and it deserves to return to long term appreciative custody where it will unquestionably grace any collection.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
1930 Buick Series 60 Model 64 Sport Roadster Engine no. 2458372331.4 ci., SOHC Inline 6-Cylinder Engine98bhp at 2,800rpm 3-Speed Manual Transmission4-Wheel Leaf Spring Suspension4-Wheel Drum Brakes*Rare example of GM Art and Colour sports design*Untouched, original example *Potential Preservation Class exhibitBUICKUnder the stewardship of General Motors' President William C. Durant, Buick production rose dramatically. The company introduced its first 6-cylinder car in 1914 and for a period in the 1920s the range would consist entirely of sixes. A detachable cylinder head, strengthened chassis and axles, and 4-wheel brakes were new introductions on the 6-cylinder line for 1924, the last year of Buick's base-model four. Replacing the latter for 1925, the Standard Six boasted a new, overhead-valve engine displacing 191cu in and producing 50bhp, while the larger Master Six came with a 255cu in, 70bhp unit. The duo was restyled for 1926 and given larger engines of 207 and 274cu in respectively and continued almost unaltered throughout 1927. For this season, the cars were visibly distinguishable by their slightly rounded radiator edges and on Fisher bodies such as this car, a dual swage molding.It was at this point that the Buick received the attention of rising star Harley Earl. Earl's mammoth contributions to General Motors' looks had begun with the LaSalle then the glorious post-1928 Cadillacs. He was on a roll when he began work on the new Buick line up, under the command of one of its most dynamic leaders, Harlow 'Red' Curtice. Curtice saw that Buick's slide was induced by complacency and their styling was looking old-fashioned, also he was keen to revamp the cars in an effort to purge unnecessary weight and to improve their performance. Their all-new line up debuted in 1929 and was the first series to have been styled in their entirety by the GM Art and Color Department, further improvements followed for 1930. THE MOTORCAR OFFEREDThe 1930 Model 64 was one of Buick's more racy models, the sport roadster, which arrived first this year and accounted for a mere 2006 units, a fraction of the 181,743 of all models shipped, making it relatively rare. They set their owners back some $1,585 in standard form, with the optional extras of wire wheels, chrome grille guard, side mounts, whitewall tires, luggage rack, fog lights and wind wings, almost all of which were clearly chosen by the first owner of this car. Buicks were certainly a focus of the collection, but this is by far the newest in this stable, 'new' being relative of course, and by time rather than condition. The car is an incredible example of its marque and model, a true time-warp car and in many respects, it is quite remarkable that it survives at all. It wears a New Jersey license plate for 1930, which seems likely to be original to the car and is a clue to its early history. Beyond this point, we are uncertain of its subsequent trail, until more recent times. However, regardless of any documented chain of ownership, the car and its condition speaks volumes about what that path might have amounted to, one would imagine a very limited number of custodians and most likely a long period of being laid up. That time would also more than likely have straddled the early days of the hobby through to more modern times, and in doing so eluded the former trends of restoring such cars. The car was formerly in the collection of James and Helen Staats of New Hope, PA, and carries a registration sticker for PA in 1981/2. The Staats being noted active HCCA and specifically Curved Dash Olds campaigners, it is likely that the shared admiration of 'CDO's' connected them with the father and son ownership of the Two Generations Collection. Clearly never having been restored, the car seems to retain its original paint, trim finishes and even its top. Its appeal is in the way in which it has weathered its 93 years, the paintwork in a khaki brown, pinstriped in red is worn in places, but still presentable, while it is the interior of both the driving compartment and the rumble seat is almost entirely intact and displays the materials with which these cars were built, but are rarely replicated when restored. The seats are in good order generally, and the driver's door has the provision of a panel behind which tools are stored, there are a couple of missing handles, but none that detract hugely from its overall presentation which with careful cleaning and preparation would no doubt enable the car to be welcomed in any of the popular preservation classes at concours events around the country. In its past tenures it has been neither altered nor restored, long may that continue... Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
A rare 'Ever Ready' dual instrument cluster by Auto Improvement Co of New York, patented 1906,brass cases comprising speedometer numbered 14351 (dial discolored with verdigris), 2 1/2 inches diameter, with matching 8 day clock and light, on angled mounting bracket. Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
After Mary Stewart, Lady Elton (1773-1849), a rare set of three hand-coloured lithographs of views of Edinburgh, 1822, from Calton Hill, including a view showing tented enampments of troops assembled for the visit of George IV in 1822 and early topographical views of the development of the New Town, framed as one panorama, pub. Charles Hullmandel 1823, framed. Plates overall 26cm by 128cm. Note: Mary Stewart was the daughter of Sir William Stewart of Castle Stewart in Wigtonshire. Her Edinburgh panorama from Calton Hill was originally an edition of four lithographs (of which the subject lot are three), issued in a folio which could be later hand-coloured and framed.
Lambretta LD 150 AVV Scooter, 1958. Very Rare model. 150cc.Frame no. 307753Engine no. 315288Runs and rides, was rebuilt some years ago, one of approx only 4000 electric start models ever made and believed to be only a handful left. New battery. Comes with spare parts catalogue and " The Lambretta Serviceman's " book. Fitted with Lambretta's Varitronic ignition system.Reg. VXW 926. V5 and keys.
A rare English silk and wool crewelwork bed hanging or bedspread, probably 17th century, with finely embroidered central panel of two winged putti enfolding a basket of flowers, the crimson silk field further embroidered profusely with various flowers, within repeating floral and foliate borders, 260cm x 192cmWhen the East India Company brought Mughal embroideries Britain in the late 16th and 17th centuries, they were received with wild enthusiasm. Those who were not able to afford the Indian originals, eagerly copied and adapted the designs to English taste and colours. The pinks and reds of the Indian subcontinent gradually made way for the soft greens and blues of the English countryside. This example is likely to have graced a very smart bedroom and was later adapted as a curtain hanging with lining and later fringe.
Maleficent 8x10 fantasy movie photo signed by actress Elle Fanning. Rare signature. Good Condition. All autographs are genuine hand signed and come with a Certificate of Authenticity. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £5.99, EU from £7.99, Rest of World from £10
007 James Bond movie Thunderball 8x10 photo signed by Bond girls Martine Beswick and Luciana Paluzzi rare. Good Condition. All autographs are genuine hand signed and come with a Certificate of Authenticity. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £5.99, EU from £7.99, Rest of World from £10
Playboy Twins 8x10 photo signed by the very first ever Playboy Twins the late Madeleine Collinson and her sister Mary Collinson, VERY RARE TOPLESS PHOTO. Good Condition. All autographs are genuine hand signed and come with a Certificate of Authenticity. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £5.99, EU from £7.99, Rest of World from £10
007 James Bond movie The Spy Who Loved Me 8x10 photo signed by actress Caroline Munro who has also handwritten her line from the scene! RARE. Good Condition. All autographs are genuine hand signed and come with a Certificate of Authenticity. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £5.99, EU from £7.99, Rest of World from £10
Dambusters rare multi signed souvenir brochure for the 90th birthday Sir Barnes Wallis signed by veterans Len Sumpter, Lance Howard, Jim Clay, Basil Feneron, Geoff Rice, Duke Munro, George (Johnny) Johnson plus Bill Reid, Mike Gibson and Mary Stopes Roe. Good Condition. All autographs are genuine hand signed and come with a Certificate of Authenticity. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £5.99, EU from £7.99, Rest of World from £10
Blowout Sale! Hellraiser multi signed 10x8 photo. This stunning 10x8 photo depicts a rare promo image for Hellraiser II: Hellbound. It has been beautifully signed in silver marker by all four of the lead cenobites, Doug Bradley (Pinhead), Nicholas Vince (Chatterer), Simon Bamford (Butterball) and Barbie Wilde (Female Cenobite). All signatures were obtained through private signings. This signed photo is guaranteed authentic and is supplied from one of the UK's leading autograph memorabilia companies. Good Condition. All autographs are genuine hand signed and come with a Certificate of Authenticity. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £5.99, EU from £7.99, Rest of World from £10
This is a very rare piece of magnificence.The Hizaam is similar to the Hizaam of the holy Kaaba. On it, embroidered in gold lettering, are the verses 127 and 128 of Surat Al-Bakara. It was handmade with great craftsmanship. A craft that is hundreds of years old. The embroidery is silver, plated with 24 carat pure gold on mecca cloth, like that which is used for the Kaaba. The Hizaam is 7 by 0,8 meters and it weighs around 20 kg.
RARE & POSSIBLY UNIQUE - WILLIE BROWN OF GLASGOW SELECT XI, HIS MATCH WORN SHIRT & CAP VS. IRISH SELECT XI, 1917 the crest inscribed GvI 1917 bordering the central town crest, the cap with white metal bullion tassle and same inscriptionNote: The following lots, 1561-1573, have come to the current vendor by descent, and were proudly displayed at the Hampden Scottish Football Museum up until recently. The above is a stand out rarity. It was worn during a Glasgow Select XI game against Ireland arranged during WWI in 1917. Records are scant and it is unknown whether another exists. It is a standout early piece of Scottish footballing heritage.Willie Brown, as per the Celtic Wiki:'Local lad Willie Brown signed for Celtic from Parkhead Juniors in 1916 as a “crack inside-forward“.He made just two starts for the Bhoys but had a good debut having scored Celtic’s goal in a 1-1 draw with Kilmarnock in October 1918. David Syme & James Price also debuted that day, but not one of the three went on to have a long-term career at Celtic.He followed that debut appearance a week later but Celtic crashed 3-0 to Rangers at Parkhead, in what was to be his last and only other appearance for Celtic’s first team. Celtic were now 3pts behind Rangers (2pts for a win in those days), and so didn’t have the same leeway as before.In fairness, Celtic had actually lost to Rangers 2-0 the week before his debut too, so can’t put the 3-0 defeat to Rangers in the league as being due to the inclusion of Willie Brown & David Syme (who also played).Celtic however recovered and went on to regain the league title, so Willie Brown can be proud to have played a part in this. His goal on his debut in that draw with Kilmarnock won another point that helped to make a difference, as Celtic went on to win the league title by just the 1pt in season 1918/19.After failing to win a regular starting spot he departed Celtic Park for Dundee at the end of the season.He played for Lochgelly Utd (the ‘Happylanders‘) against Celtic in the Scottish Cup in Fife on 13 Jan 1923, but Celtic still triumphed 3-2 and went on to win the Scottish Cup that season, Celtic’s first Scottish Cup title in 9 years. The match v Lochgelly Utd is reputedly one of the first ever matches filmed.However, Celtic was his love and he was even writing to the Celtic View in 1967.Sadly he passed away in 1972 from alzheimer’s disease. He is buried in Janefield Cemetry. His career memorabilia was donated to and is held in the Scottish Football Museum at Hampden Park, including on display is his Glasgow select jersey and cap v Ireland in 1917.'
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