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Lot 60
A William De Morgan Sunset and Moonlight Suite vase by Fred Passenger, shouldered form, the octagonal faceted body painted with columns of alternating grape vine and berried foliate panels, in shades of silver and ruby lustre on a midnight blue lustre ground, the neck with simple flower stem and bud motif, painted FP monogram, 25.5cm. high
Lot 61
A William De Morgan Pottery vase, ovoid with knopped cylindrical neck, painted with flower and foliage, the knop with a frieze of birds, in ruby and sand lustre on a white ground, unmarked, restoration to top rim, 34cm. high Provenance Arts and Crafts, Woolley and Wallis Auctioneer's, 20th June 2012 lot 73. Private collection.
Lot 62
A fine Pilkington's Lancastrian charger designed by Walter Crane painted by William S Mycock, dated 1918, the well painted with St George mounted on a rearing horse, holding a lance, piercing the head of a ferocious dragon which encircles the border, the inner rim inscribed Un Chevalier Sans Peur et Sans Reproche, (The Knight without fear and Beyond Reproach), in ruby and copper lustre on a blue ground, impressed marks date mark 1917, painted mark and artists ciphers, dated 1918, 48.5cm. diam. Provenance Given as a wedding present in 1920 to the aunt of the present owner. Private collection. Literature The Studio 1908 for an example painted by Richard Joyce. Greg Smith Walter Crane, Artist Designer and Socialist, Lund Humphries, page 145 plate K12 for a smaller example, painted by Richard Joyce, from the Whitworth Gallery, Manchester. British Art Pottery Woolley and Wallis Auctioneer's 30th November 2005, lot 964, painted by Richard Joyce in a red and cream colour way, dated 1912, sold for £18,000. Catalogue Notes The inscription refers to Pierre Terrail, the Chevalier de Bayard (1473-1524).
Lot 64
A Pilkington's Royal Lancastrian footed bowl by Gladys Rodgers, painted to the well with a Tudor rose motif in side Celtic knot border, glazed in ruby and golden lustre on an orange ground, the exterior with a rose and trellis frieze, a Pilkington's vase and bowl covered in a streaked pale blue glaze, impressed and painted marks, artist cipher and applied paper labels, 12cm. diam. (3).
Lot 215
A PAIR OF OVAL RUBY AND DIAMOND EARRINGS. The oval ruby measuring approximately 7 x 5mm, surrounded by ten brilliant cut diamonds, Earring 12 x 10mm, set in white metal with hook wire fittings and safety catch. CONDITION REPORT: Unmarked white metal. There is a tiny nick to one ruby otherwise in good condition. no obvious damage.
Lot 229
VICTORIAN RUBY, PEARL AND DIAMOND GOLD SET WITH ENAMEL PIN BROOCH/PENDANT. Cushion shaped central ruby measuring 11 x 9mm approx. 28mm diameter approx. Cased. CONDITION REPORT: Diamonds are small and not good quality. In our opinion ruby is a nice rich vibrant colour/stone. Dimensions of ruby: 1.2cm diameter, closed setting can't measure depth. Dimensions of pearls: 3mm diameter approximately
Lot 214
AN EDWARDIAN RUBY AND DIAMOND CLUSTER RING. The central ruby measuring approximately 7mm in diameter surrounded by ten old cut diamonds. Ring size Q & 1/2. CONDITION REPORT: Set in unmarked yellow metal. There is a chip/fissure to the top of the ruby and general surface wear to stone with tiny nicks in places. Otherwise, in good condition. no obvious damage. Ruby is a nice rich colour in our opinion. Dimensions of ruby; 8mm diameter, closed setting so can't measure depth.
Lot 109
A diamond, ruby and enamel circular brooch, designed as a pierced flowerhead centred on an old round brilliant cut diamond with eight rose cut diamond highlights, a border of eight bright cut petals and then eight more old round brilliant cut diamonds set in florets at the base of linear motifs of blue enamel, each with a ruby centred textured flower to one side, the final outer edge with bright cut detailing and delineating the eight petals; clasp with safety catch; unmarked yellow precious metal, tests for 18ct gold; diameter 5.0cm
Lot 125
An Austro-Hungarian enamel and gem set pendant, set to the centre with an oval cut light blue sapphire in a pierced foliate and geometric design with two figures atop, decorated with blue, burnt orange, lilac and green enamel, with a further ruby highlight and two seed pearls, the bale also with lilac enamel, length 4.6cm
Lot 176
A Georgian ruby and pearl ring dated 1792, set to the centre with a rectangular cushion cabochon ruby in a border of half pearls, to bifurcated foliate carved shoulders with remnants of black enamel, enclosing trefoils of further pearls, to a tapered reeded shank, London hallmarks for 1792 including the head of George III, maker’s mark ‘WK’ possibly for William Kinman or William Kersill
Lot 184
A French late 19th or early 20th century gem set fringe brooch, designed as a knife-edge bar with a central 5-6mm rose cut diamond with a 4mm and a 5mm pearl, spaced, to either side; from each of these five stones is an articulated suspension of graduated length and claw set with diamonds, sapphires, rubies and pearls, the central one terminating in a 9mm long drop shaped pearl (believed to be natural), the next two terminating in step cut synthetic rubies estimated to weigh 1.17 and 1.26cts, the outer two balanced but different, one set with two diamond points, the other with a similar diamond and a small ruby; French horse's head mark for 18ct gold of provincial production prior to 1919, distinctive maker's mark; length of bar 5cm, of central drop 4.9cm
Lot 185
A Victorian butterfly brooch set with diamonds, rubies, sapphires and pearls, the four wings set with rose cut diamonds and each with an oval cut mid-blue sapphire, the upper wings also with lines of three round cut rubies at the tips, the thorax with a similar oval cut ruby, the abdomen with a graduated line of seed pearls, the eyes sapphires and the proboscis notched and curled between legs with marked joints; clasp with safety catch; width 4.3cm; in period gold-tooled leather case
Lot 186
An Edwardian diamond tiara, the gift of the 6th Earl Spencer to his daughter, composed of alternating linear and oval motifs in a graduated almost complete circlet, and set with more than eight hundred old round brilliant, old European and old cushion cut diamonds, total estimated weight approximately 48cts; the tiara is held on its cushioned frame by tiny and beautifully engineered wing-topped screws, so that it may be removed, and it then divides by means of hidden clasps, the central three sections becoming a choker necklace (length 35cm) and the two outer sections joining to form a bracelet (currently lacks one clasp, but another could readily be copied and requires no diamonds), length 19cm. Stylistically, this tiara is a rarity, with its clean lines and sleek forms, both reminiscent of Neo-Classical and French Empire styles and also foreshadowing the geometric shapes of Art Deco jewellery. The diamonds are most likely to have been cut in the 19th century and are of commensurate high quality - bright, white, clean and lively. The craftsmanship is superb, and its adaptability into various jewels has been achieved with great and subtle skill. Provenance: The tiara was given by Charles Robert Spencer, the 6th Earl, to his daughter Lady Delia Spencer on the occasion of her marriage in 1914; thence by inheritance. Lady Delia (Adelaide) Spencer was the eldest child of the 6th Earl. Born in 1889, her childhood was a typical late Victorian aristocratic idyll, abruptly ended by the death of her mother when Delia was only just 17. She had no formal education, but was a gifted musician ('cello and piano) and continued for the while to have lessons at the Royal College of Music. But her father, then Viscount Althorp, had many social and political duties, so Delia, to a great extent, took on her mother's rôle as hostess, manager of the households in London and Northamptonshire, and a mother figure to her five younger siblings. Four years later, in 1910, her father inherited the Earldom from his much older half-brother, and Delia's position was settled in the heart of not only aristocratic and royal circles, but also of the movers and shakers of the day, usually much older than her. This was a formidable education. By family tradition, this is the tiara Delia's father gave her on the occasion of her marriage, on February 18th 1914, to the Hon. Sidney Peel, younger son of the 1st Lord Peel, Speaker of the House of Commons and grandson of the Prime Minister Sir Robert Peel: he was 42, she was 23. Such a gift was customary: Delia's own youthful (spasmodic) diaries record several instances of tiaras as gifts, and twice to a bride when she herself was one of the bridesmaids. In the photograph of her wedding day, as the happy couple emerge from the church, the outline of the tiara can be made out under the (now thrown back) veil. The Times of 13th February, 1914 gave an extensive report of the forthcoming nuptials, listing all the important personel and describing the bride's dress (white satin trimmed with a flounce of old point d'argenton lace, and a family Brussels lace veil). It also mentioned the guard of honour provided by Sidney's squadron of the Bedfordshire Yeomanry, and the article was dominated by a list of the presents received - a diamond brooch from Queen Alexandra, pearl and diamond pendant from Princess Victoria, and - 'From Earl Spencer: a diamond tiara, a moonstone and diamond pendant, a nova mina and diamond brooch, a ruby guard ring…' Many years later, in the 1930s, Delia records her younger sister, Lady Margaret Douglas-Home, wearing her tiara to a dance at Norfolk House. Delia herself adored dancing and seems to have had a great gift for ensuring the enjoyment of others. She was widowed in 1938, but unlike Queen Victoria (upon whose knee she reputedly once sat as a small child), she did not withdraw into permanent mourning. She was a close friend of the royal family, lady-in-waiting to the then Queen Elizabeth (later the Queen Mother), and renowned for the fun and energy of her company with friends and family alike. Delia's father had died in 1922, and her brother Jack (Albert John) became the 7th Earl; his son Johnnie (Edward John) became the 8th Earl in 1975, and he was father of Lady Diana Spencer, who married Prince Charles in 1981 (the year Delia died) to become the Princess of Wales. Thus, Delia was Princess Diana's great aunt (and great great aunt to Prince William and Prince Harry). There were many plaudits both during Delia's lifetime and after her death, summed up by a niece who wrote: 'There are very few life enhancers in this world and Delia was definitely one. We all want to live our lives to the full, and when you were with Delia you felt just that extra spark of vitality and understanding which makes all the difference to life … Anybody who came in contact with her was the happier.' A hardback copy of her biography, 'A Memoir of the Lady Delia Peel, born Spencer, 1889-1981' by Priscilla Napier, is offered with this lot, together with a photocopied reproduction of the Times report of the wedding.
Lot 78
An enamelled exotic bird brooch, the bird perched on a green enamelled branch, polished beak open, extravagant textured tail hanging below, its head, crest, wings and body enamelled in green, yellow, blue and russet, with cabochon ruby eye; unmarked yellow precious metal, clasp with safety screw, length 6.6cm
Lot 321
A William IV gold, chrysolite and ruby cluster ring, c.1835,with a central Swiss cut chrysolite with an oval faceted ruby at each quarter point. Trefoil clusters of gold beads between, with graduated bead shoulders to a chased scrolling shank with clamshell decoration. Hand engraved presentation initials to the underside of the head. Tested as approximately 18ct gold.Finger size P
Lot 367
A pair of late Victorian diamond and enamel set butterfly brooches, c.1895,the two graduated butterflies with polychrome enamel wings in shades of royal blue, red and black with old European cut diamonds, spots and a line of old Swiss cut diamonds to the wings. A textured thorax and abdomen with ruby set antennae with later brooch fittings, 36 x 22mm and 29 x 17mm (2)
Lot 369
A diamond and gem set bird on a bough brooch,with an articulated wing, possibly Ottoman. The bird grain set with graduated Dutch rose cut and rose cut diamonds, a green paste eye and ruby set crest. The bird perched on a bough with rose cut diamond set blossoms and foliage with a claw set emerald below. Tested as approximately silver and 9ct gold. Possibly originally en tremblant. 67 x 49mm
Lot 370
A diamond and ruby set 'birds in a basket' brooch,with a woven gold wicker-style basket with a twisted wire handle. Pavé set diamond silver birds perched in the basket, with cabochon ruby eyes, cabochon ruby set fruit to one side and a pavé set rose cut diamond bow to the handle. Brooch pin and later revolving clasp. 31 x 31mm
Lot 413
A Victorian pearl, diamond and ruby trefoil cluster brooch/pendant, c.1890,of shamrock form. Three pearl and ruby cluster heads, each with a white, black or pink pearl, peg set to the centre, surrounded by circular Swiss cut rubies, all claw set to a scalloped gallery. An old European cut diamond, claw set to the centre with a curving stem, grain set with old Swiss cut diamonds and a seed pearl. Plain brooch pin and lever clasp with an hinged concealed swivel bale. Pearls untested. 34 x 30mm, 14.09g
Lot 414
A two-row graduated natural pearl necklace,with a blister pearl, ruby and diamond pendant. The graduated natural pearls, 335 and 327 in each row, 4.6 to 5.7mm at the largest size, strung to a two-row split pearl gold clasp. The blister pearl pendant 22-23 x 8.6 x 8.9mm in size, mounted to a gold back with an eight cut diamond and a circular mixed cut ruby rub set above. Silk broken, requires restringing. Overall dimensions 37 x 8.7mm approximately, 17.86gAccompanied by a report from the Gem & Pearl Laboratory dated 03/11/2012, No. 06592, stating that the pearls were found to be natural saltwater, with one pearl being bead nucleated cultured (157th from the tongue end).
Lot 424
A Belle Époque ruby, diamond and seed pearl bar brooch,with a circular mixed cut ruby, milligrain set to the centre. A laurel garland to a blade edge bar surround, with pairs of rose cut diamond set leaves, with seed pearls peg set at the quarter points. Further laurel leaves at each end to an open row frame set with split pearls. Marked 15ct. 37 x 14mm, 4.13g
Lot 467
A gold, diamond, ruby, amethyst, citrine and emerald bird of paradise brooch, c.1950,the bird perched on a branch with wings outstretched with feather and engraved detail. A pavé set diamond breast and crest with a faceted ruby eye, a scattered cluster of circular mixed cut citrines, amethysts and emeralds, claw set to the branch with lines of grain set graduated eight cut diamonds to the tail, set in white to engraved gold tail feathers. Hand engraved 18ct and platinum. Dimensions 100 x 54mm, 42.20g
Lot 470
A white gold diamond and ruby cluster ring,with a central cluster of seven brilliant cut diamonds, surrounded by an outer row of circular mixed cut rubies. All claw set to a flower-shaped plate, straight wire basket to knife edge shoulders and a plain 'D' section shank. Marked 18ct. 6.88g.Finger size Q
Lot 473
A two-colour gold, ruby and diamond spray brooch, c.1950,with a polished gold ribbon bow. A white loop to the centre, grain set with eight cut diamonds with radiating white wire sprays, set alternately with circular mixed cut rubies and brilliant cut and eight cut graduated diamonds. Plain pin and revolving clasp. Hand engraved 18ct. Case by Mappin & Webb. 35 x 30mm, 7.43g
Lot 508
An Indian high carat gold, synthetic ruby, synthetic white sapphire and cultured pearl necklace,a spray style pierced centrepiece, with circular mixed cut synthetic white sapphires to a border of synthetic mixed cut rubies, with cultured pearl tassels below. A row of graduated daisy-shaped links to each side, set with cabochon synthetic rubies to a curb back chain with hook clasp and adjustable jump ring lengths. Tested as approximately 18-20ct. 49.93g
Lot 509
Three pairs of Indian high carat gold cluster earrings,to include a pair of cultured pearl and garnet bead starflower cluster earrings,a pair of synthetic white sapphire cluster earrings, anda pair of synthetic ruby and synthetic white spinel cluster earrings,all to screw posts and domed backs. One pair marked 22.20. Tested as approximately 20-22ct gold. 17.74g (6)
Lot 517
An Indian high carat gold, synthetic ruby and synthetic white sapphire flower head pendant,with a circular Swiss cut synthetic ruby set at the centre of the flowerhead, the radiating petals set with rows of graduated synthetic white sapphires to a ridged bale, suspended from the scrolled wire clasp of a faceted belcher-style chain. Tested as approximately 18-20ct gold. 47.26g
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