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An extremely rare Italian porcelain figure of a Magus, probably Rome, factory of Filippo Cuccumos, circa 1770Possibly depicting Caspar, as a bearded, kneeling man offering a covered goblet in his right hand, wearing a cloak hung with tassels and a sash tied around the waist, the edge of his cloak, the sash and the goblet embellished in gilding, likely a fragment, as the group is placed on a crudely finished base made for slotting into another segment, perhaps originally forming part of a larger group of the Adoration of the Magi, 10.7cm high (right hand restuck at the wrist, chips)Footnotes:Provenance:European Private Collection since the 1980sFor further reading on Cuccumos porcelain, see F. Sacchi, Filippo Cuccumos capitano romano ceramista, in La ceramica n. 10 (1964) and G. Santuccio, Filippo Cuccumos e la manifattura di porcellane in Via Panisperna a Roma, in Bollettino d'arte, Rome (1988). A discussion on a Cuccumos figure of Saint Bartholomew is published in G. Santuccio, Die Porzellan Manufaktur Cuccomos in Rom, in U. Pietsch and T. Witting, Zauber der Zerbrechlichkeit. Meisterwerke Europäischer Porzellankunst (2010), pp. 259-263.Only very few signed or marked objects by this very elusive factory, founded by Filippo Coccumos in 1761, are recorded today, all of them of religious subjects. The beforementioned signed and dated figure of Saint Bartholomew that was previously in a private collection in Rome, a signed and dated figure of Saint Anthony in the collection of the Castello Sforzesco in Milan and a marked and dated figure of Saint Francis and another unmarked Saint Francis of a very similar model, in the Collezione Cagnola in Villa Cagnola in Varese. Other Cuccomos figures that have come to the market include a pair of birds (Christie's London, 14 November 2013, lot 241) which are marked with the crowned double 'C'. The history of the Cuccumos factory was published in some detail by Lucia Arbace, Dizionario Biografico degli Italiani, Vol 31 (1985), an article which can now be found online on the website of the Istituto Treccani. Filippo Cuccumos or Coccumos was granted the right to produce porcelain in Rome for a duration of 40 years by Pope Clement XIII. In exchange for the priviledge, Cuccumos what asked to yearly execute a porcelain figure of a Saint on the feast days of San Pietro and Paolo (29 June). The factory was based in the Monastery of San Lorenzo on the Via Panisperna in Rome. The success was shortlived, and in 1764 Cuccomos applied for a loan from the Vatican. There is no more mention of the factory in the archives of the Vatican until 1781, when the factory was sold by Filippo Cuccomos to Lanfranco Bosio and Filippo Bianchini. The only known archiva reference outside the above mentioned archive is a contemporary source, a record given by the Abbot Grisellini which states that tutto andò in fumo, perché l'imprenditore allo spirito di somma loquacityà ed impostura non aggiungeva delle cognizioni in tal materia. [all went up in smoke because the owner had good spirit and intelligence, but no experience in the material]. A few years after Bosio and Bianchini had bought the factory, it closed permanently. Pope Pius VI withdrew the exclusive privilege of porcelain making from them and a legal situation ensued, in which Bosio and Bianchini blamed Coccumos, who they maintained had sold them faulty materials. The closed factory was investigated (among the recorded findings were six furnaces), and in 1792 it was ruled that Coccumos was not guilty.In a footnote to his discussion of the Volpato factory, Charles Drury Edward Fortnum (1820-1899) notes that it is possible that further researches might make known the former existence of some, perhaps private, furnaces for he production of porcelain at Rome at an earlier period in the century. A short time before leaving the city, in the Spring of 1870, the writer observed in the hands of Sign. Corvisieri, the dealer, an extremely well-modelled group of the 'Deposition' executed in a hard artificial white porcelain of a grey shade, very similar to that of Doccia, on which, scratched in the clay, was ROMA.MAG.1769 above the monogram of two interlaced letters C, surmounted by a crown, a mark similar to that incised on the porcelain of Buen Retiro, in Spain. (in: C. Drury E. Fortnum A Descriptive Catalogue of the Maiolica in the South Kensington Museum (1873), p. 463)This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: ** VAT on imported items at a preferential rate of 5% on Hammer Price and the prevailing rate on Buyer's Premium.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
An iconic Zandra Rhodes dress from the 1970's, with silk printed abstract pattern, in French navy, with Jade pattern, elasticated waist, long pointed collars at the front, edged in a blue pearl beadwork, in a v shape, it has a v neck, what has a black tulle higher see through neck, with two ribbons, the front rope braiding of the dress has blue pearl beads as droppers, this is carried onto triangle shaped beadwork motif, onto the v neckline, the back has the same v shaped pointed collars, the long sleeves are edged in blue pearl beads, the scalloped hemline is caught up all the circumference by a blue pearl and lined in silk with a satin sash
A LLADRO FIGURE OF A LADY, THREE NAO FIGURES ANOTHER SPANISH PORCELAIN FIGURE, the Lladro 'Ingenue', no. 5487, sculpted by Jose Puche, issued 1988, height 20cm, the Nao modelled as three ballerinas, tallest 33cm (5) (Condition report: the tallest Nao figure has broken fingers at the back of the sash, the others are ok)
A rare inter-War Transjordan Frontier Force officer's traditional Jordanian clothing and accoutrements group with dagger, comprising a keffiyeh and agal, with a waist sash bearing TFF buttons, the accoutrements comprising a white metal and niello mounted leather belt, holster and ammunition pouch, together with a riding whip, also a fine kindjal like dagger, its niello and white metal mounts incorporating the inscription "Major J R Lupton, TJFF. 32 38", the group is accompanied by a period print of a watercolour depiction of a TJFF unit and a copy of Brigadier John Bagot Glubb's "The Story of the Arab Legion" bearing a tipped-in photograph.
Andy Warhol (1928-1987)Queen Elizabeth II, from Reigning Queens (see Feldman & Schellmann IIB.334-337) Unique screenprint in colours, 1985, on Lenox Museum Board, signed and numbered TP 26/30 in pencil, one of 30 colour variant trial proofs aside from the edition of 40 (there were also 10 artist's proofs), printed by Rupert Jasen Smith, New York, with their blindstamp, published by George C.P. Mulder, Amsterdam, the full sheet, in overall very good condition, the colours strong and vibrant, framedSheet 1001 x 799mm. (39 3/8 x 31 1/2in.)Footnotes:ProvenanceBelgravia Gallery, London (with their label).Sotheby's, Old Master, Modern & Contemporary Prints, London, 19 March 2013, Lot 177.Acquired from the above sale by the current owner.In 1985 Warhol produced his largest portfolio Reigning Queens, containing screenprint portraits of the four ruling female monarchs of the day: Queen Elizabeth II, Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands, Queen Margrethe II of Denmark and Queen Ntombi Twala of Swaziland. The image of Queen Elizabeth II was based on a photograph taken by Peter Grugeon at Windsor Castle on 2 April 1975 and released to celebrate Her Majesty's Silver Jubilee in 1977. Warhol was fascinated by fame and celebrity. He was the first artist to really comprehend the appeal of celebrity culture and how to harness this appeal to his advantage by producing iconic images of the famous and the glamorous which had an immediate impact and charisma. Warhol's decision to produce an image of the monarch took this up a level. A royal likeness stood apart from other portraits as the ultimate image of fame, celebrity and glamour and was treated with a certain reverence. On the other hand, Warhol was also well aware that this image would be instantly recognizable and attractive to collectors, thereby increasing his own fame by association, notably quoting 'I want to be as famous as The Queen of England'.Having worked as a commercial illustrator, Warhol understood how to present an image to attract attention. He favoured the screenprint process, which produced a precise defined image with hard edges and flat areas of colour, to achieve maximum impact for his radical and glamorous Pop art portraits. The use of this method is pertinent for the Queen as the most depicted woman in the world and indeed the bust length format and vibrant colours call to mind another iconic item of mass production, the postage stamp.Warhol has pared down the original image, removing some of the finer detail which gives character to the face, to leave an inscrutable façade. He has highlighted outlines on areas such as the crown and sash with the Royal Family orders, thus focussing the viewer's attention on the image of Her Majesty as a symbol of royal power; the public face and figurehead of the Royal House of Windsor. In this year of the Platinum Jubilee, we are delighted to be offering a unique version of this screenprint outside the standard edition, which can be regarded as truly iconic, both in subject and within the Warhol repertoire.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: ** VAT on imported items at a preferential rate of 5% on Hammer Price and the prevailing rate on Buyer's Premium.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
A REGENCY MAHOGANY AND BRASS INLAID CHEVAL MIRROREARLY 19TH CENTURYWith a rising sash mechanism to raise the mirror plate frame160cm high minimum, 190cm high maximum, 66cm wide, 69cm deepCondition Report: There are some marks, scratches, knocks, chips, cracks and abrasions consistent with age and use.There are losses and restorations including a repair to the pierced frieze, some inlay stringing possibly restored to the top ends of the side supports, possibly repaired if the sash mechanism needed to be accessed. Some cracks to the veneer.The backboards are of unpolished unveneered panelled construction.The brass paw feet later gilded with some scratches.Please see the additional photographs as a visual reference of condition.Condition Report Disclaimer
The Important Boer War K.C.B., ‘Tokar Operations’ D.S.O. group of eight awarded to Lieutenant-General Sir Henry H. Settle, Colonel Commandant, Royal Engineers, who served as a Distinguished Column Commander in South Africa, and as General Officer Commanding, Cape Colony The Most Honourable Order of the Bath, K.C.B. (Military) Knight Commander’s set of insignia, comprising neck badge, silver-gilt and enamel, unmarked, with short section of riband for display purposes; and Star, silver and enamel, unmarked, with gold retaining pin, very minor enamel damage to motto on both pieces; Distinguished Service Order, V.R., silver-gilt and enamel, with integral top riband bar, retaining pin removed; Egypt and Sudan 1882-89, undated reverse, 3 clasps, The Nile 1884-85, Gemaizah 1888, Toski 1889 (Cpt. H. H. Settle. R.E.) side clasp carriage adapted for wear; Queen’s South Africa 1899-1902, 3 clasps, Cape Colony, Orange Free State, Transvaal (Bgdr. Genl. H. H. Settle. C.B., D.S.O., R.E.) engraved naming; King’s South Africa 1901-02, 2 clasps, South Africa 1901, South Africa 1902 (Maj: Gen: Sir H. H. Settle, K.C.B., D.S.O., Staff) engraved naming; Ottoman Empire, Order of the Medjidieh, First Class set of insignia, comprising sash badge, silver, gold appliqué, and enamel, with mint mark to reverse, with full sash riband; and Star, silver, gold appliqué, and enamel, with mint mark to reverse, with retaining hook and two additional support hooks; Order of Osmanieh, Second Class set of insignia, comprising neck badge, silver, silver-gilt, and enamel, unmarked, with short section of riband for display purposes; and Star, silver and enamel, with mint mark to reverse, with retaining hook and two additional support hooks, enamel damage to green band around central medallion on star; Khedive’s Star, dated 1884-6, with Tokar clasp, unnamed as issued, generally good very fine (11) £8,000-£10,000 --- K.C.B. London Gazette 19 April 1901. D.S.O. London Gazette 30 May 1891. Sir Henry Hamilton Settle was born at Lewes, Sussex, on 27 January 1847, the son of Captain H. T. Settle, and was educated at Cheltenham College. He was commissioned into the Royal Engineers on 10 July 1867, and was promoted Captain on 9 November 1879. He served in the Nile Expedition of 1884-85, as Deputy Assistant Adjutant General and Deputy Assistant Quartermaster General, and was Mentioned in Despatches (London Gazette 25 August 1885). Promoted Major on 31 December 1886, he was seconded to the Egyptian Army as Surveyor-General and Q.M.S., and saw further served in the Anglo-Egyptian Expeditions, being present at the actions of Gemaizah, Suakin, and Toski, and was twice Mentioned in Despatches (London Gazettes 11 January 1889 and 6 September 1889). Promoted Brevet Lieutenant-Colonel, Settle served as C.S.O. in the Expedition to retake the Tokar Delta in 1891, and was created a Companion of the Distinguished Service Order for his services during the action of Afafit. He was subsequently appointed Inspector General of the Egyptian Police in 1892, and was promoted Lieutenant-Colonel on 1 August 1893. In 1895 he returned home to take up the appointment of Assistant Inspector General of Fortifications at the War Office, for which work he was appointed a Companion of the Order of the Bath, and was promoted Colonel on 30 March 1899. For a few months in 1899 he commanded the Royal Engineers at Malta, before being called up to serve in South Africa during the Boer War, initially as a Colonel on the Line of Communications in the Cape Colony. Services in the Cape Colony At the end of February 1900 there were serious signs of organised disaffection in the Prieska, Britstown and Carnavon districts of the Cape Colony. Lord Roberts ordered a force to be organised to deal with these problems and Settle took command of one of the Columns. The Column consisted of Orpen's Horse, about 60 strong, one Company of Mounted Infantry, one Field Battery and half a Battalion of Infantry. It assembled at Hopetown and advanced on Prieska. It was so proficient that, when it spread, Settle was soon commanding three Columns to deal with what was becoming an increasingly serious rebellion. The suppression of the rebellion was conducted by Settle's Columns and those of Lord Kitchener, who Roberts had expressly detached from his Head Quarters to work alongside him. By the time Kitchener arrived, Settle had put down most of the rebellion and there was merely some mopping up to be done. What could have been an enormous military and political embarassment to the British, Boer dominance in part of a British Colony, was dispelled. ‘The Transvaalers and Free Staters, and many of the prominent rebels, had escaped to the districts north of the Orange River; but the whole of the rebel committee was captured, including the Rev. Mr. Schroeder, the Bond Member of Parliament for the district. Arms were collected, prominent prisoners were detained in custody, and the less important rebels were laid under an obligation to come up for trial if required. Small garrisons were left in Upington, Kenhardt, Draghoender, and Prieska, and a force of 150 Bastard Scouts, under European Officers, was organised to assist in patrolling the districts. Then Settle returned to Cape Town to resume his work as Inspector General of the Lines of Communication, and the rest of his troops were drafted off to Bloemfontein’ (Times History refers). The suppression of the rebellion allowed Roberts to continue his advance on Bloemfontein, checked any furtherance of it and meant that when De Wet invaded a year later, the inhabitants of Cape Colony did not rise again. Settle was called on later in 1900 to lead a column in Roberts' Orange Free State operations, a column that became known as ‘Settle's Imperial Circus’, of which the Times History had to note: ‘It is no disparagement to Settle, who worked hard and well in relieving garrisons and destroying supplies, to say that his column was dubbed “Settle's Imperial Circus”. The same humourous description would have applied to nearly all the unwieldy columns of this period.’ Lord Roberts was to write in his Despatch: ‘Further to the south and west, in the country extending from Modder River to Vryburg and Schweizer Reneke, the operations were entrusted to Major-General Settle, who left Christiana on 13 October with 600 mounted men, 10 guns, and 1350 Infantry. He occupied Bloemhof on 14 October, having captured 1,000 head of cattle, 12,000 sheep, and 80 horses belonging to burghers who had violated their oaths of neutrality, and he secured 50 prisoners. On arriving at Hoopstad on 17 October, I instructed him to co-operate with Hunter by marching on Bothaville. Hunter, who was then near Kopje Alleen, about 14 miles north-west of Ventersburg Road Station, had received information that 1,600 Boers were moving from the south-east on Bothaville, and was following them up with half of 1st Battalion Sussex Regiment and half of 1st Battalion Cameron Highlanders, of Bruce Hamilton's Brigade, Rimington's and Le Gallais' mounted troops, and the 3rd Cavalry Brigade (Porter's). Hunter reached Bothaville on 20 October, and sent the 3rd Cavalry Brigade to Commando Drift to reconnoitre that crossing of the Vaal and to communicate with Settle. Meanwhile Settle was attacked on the night of 19 October at Elizabeth’s Rust. After a sharp little engagement, lasting 45 minutes, the Boers retreated to the north bank of the Vaal. Our casualties were one Officer and 15 men wounded. On 21 October, the 3rd Cavalry Brigade met Settle's advanced troops under Colonel Sir Charles Parsons, as neither force had seen anything of the Boers, Settle retraced his steps on 22 October to Hoopstad, and Hunter reached Kroo...
Rwanda, Kingdom, Royal Order of the Crown of Rwanda, Grand Cross set of insignia, comprising sash badge, 68mm x 55mm, silver-gilt and enamel, unmarked; Star, 82mm, silver, silver-gilt, and enamel, unmarked, with full sash riband and miniature award, in Worcestershire Medal Services case of issue, extremely fine, extremely rare (2) £600-£800 --- Note: Rwanda became a Republic in 1962 and the monarchy was officially abolished, although a Royal court in exile has been maintained abroad, and the Royal Order of the Crown of Rwanda is still awarded by the titular King. His Majesty currently lives in Sale, near Manchester.
Victorian Infantry Officer Levee Dress Waist Belt and Sash. A fine set. Comprising: narrow belt of gold-laced crimson leather, the lace with a crimson central stripe. Fine gilt clasp with ornate loops, the outer circle with laurel leaf decoration, the inner element mounted with silver Victorian Royal Crest. Complete with its sword-slings. Accompanied by a gold and crimson striped shoulder-sash, the fringe tassels with worked gold and crimson heads. Minor service wear bullion and gilt bright Near VGC. (2 items)
Victorian Infantry Officer boxed Levee Dress Waist Belt and Sash. A fine set. Comprising: narrow belt of gold-laced crimson leather, the lace with a crimson central stripe. Fine gilt clasp with ornate loops, the outer circle with laurel leaf decoration, the inner element mounted with silver Victorian Royal Crest. Accompanied by a gold and crimson striped shoulder-sash, the fringe tassels with worked gold and crimson heads. Minor service wear bullion and gilt bright Near VGC. Contained in original metal storage tin, this with velvet lining to the exterior
AN INDIAN MINIATURE PAINTING OF SHAH JAHANIndia, Rajasthan, 19th century. Gouache and gold color on paper. Shah Jahan is portrayed standing sideways, his left hand holding an arrow, his right a bow, with a sword and a shield at his side. Wearing a yellow sash over an ochre tunic with fine gilt decoration, adorned in beaded jewelry, and wearing a bejeweled headdress. Condition: Overall, in good condition and well presenting, with little wear, minor traces of soiling, tiny losses, and few touch-ups. Provenance: Danish private collection. Dimensions: Sheet size 29 x 18.5 cm
AN INDIAN MINIATURE PAINTING OF A PRINCEIndia, 19th century. Gouache, ink and gold color on paper. Standing sideways in an open field, his left hand holding flowers, his right a sword, with a further sword at his side. Wearing a sheer kurta and green sash over yellow jamas, a festive headdress, richly adorned in beaded jewelry. Condition: With some wear, rubbing, creasing, soiling, staining, few minuscule losses, small tears with associated touchups. Provenance: Danish private collection. Dimensions: Sheet size 28.5 x 20 cm
AN INDIAN MINIATURE PAINTING OF A RULER HUNTING ON HORSEBACKIndia, Rajasthan, 19th century. Watercolors and gold on paper. The ruler mounted on a chestnut horse with elaborate gold caparison, holding in his hands a bow and arrow, his small barefooted female companion secured behind him with a blue sash, a halo behind the ruler's head, all on a green ground below the blue sky with three clouds.Provenance: From an English private collection.Condition: Good condition with minor wear, soiling, staining, and creasing, small tears to edges, few minuscule losses, possibly microscopic touchups.Dimensions: Image size 30.5 x 24 cm.Literature comparison: Compare a related Indian miniature painting of Jhujar Singh on horseback, dated ca. 1720-1730, in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, accession number 2002.349.
A BRONZE FIGURE OF TARAIndia, first half of the 20th century. Cast as a nude, seated, and wearing only an elaborate necklace, bracelets on each wrist, and sash at the waist. Her serene face with almond-shaped eyes centered by an urna and flanked by long earlobes, the neatly cast hair arranged in an appealing coiffure. Condition: Very good condition with minor wear and expected casting irregularities. Provenance: German private collection. Weight: 1 kg Dimensions: Height 14.5 cm
AN INDIAN MINIATURE PAINTING OF A MAHARAJAIndia, Rajasthan, 19th century. Gouache and gold color on paper. Standing in an open green field with few delicately painted flowers, his left hand pointing left and his right resting on a spear, with a sword and a shield at his side. Wearing a golden sash over a white tunic and richly adorned in beaded jewelry, a nimbus surrounding his head, all within two fine gilt floral borders. With a passepartout. Condition: Very good condition with little wear, minor traces of soiling and losses to pigments. Provenance: Danish private collection. Dimensions: Sheet size 32 x 25 cm
Orders and medals, GCMG and GCVO to Rt. Hon. Sir Cecil Arthur Spring Rice (1859-1918) comprising Order of St. Michael and St. George Knights Grand Cross star and sash badge (GCMG), Knights Grand Cross star and neck badge (GCVO)Provenance- by family descent. Rt. Hon. Sir Cecil Arthur Spring Rice (1859-1918) held the office of Envoy Extraordinary and Minister Plenipotentiary to Persia between 1906 and 1908, Envoy Extraordinary and Minister Plenipotentiary to Sweden between 1908 and 1912 and was appointed Knight Grand Cross, Order of St. Michael and St. George (G.C.M.G.). He was appointed Knight Grand Cross, Royal Victorian Order (G.C.V.O.) and Privy Counsellor (P.C.). He held the office of Ambassador to the U.S.A. between 1913 and 1918 and was responsible for the organisation of British efforts to end American neutrality during the First World War.He was also a close friend of US President Theodore Roosevelt, and served as best man at his second wedding.PLEASE NOTE:- Prospective buyers are strongly advised to examine personally any goods in which they are interested BEFORE the auction takes place. Whilst every care is taken in the accuracy of condition reports, Gorringes provide no other guarantee to the buyer other than in relation to forgeries. Many items are of an age or nature which precludes their being in perfect condition and some descriptions in the catalogue or given by way of condition report make reference to damage and/or restoration. We provide this information for guidance only and will not be held responsible for oversights concerning defects or restoration, nor does a reference to a particular defect imply the absence of any others. Prospective purchasers must accept these reports as genuine efforts by Gorringes or must take other steps to verify condition of lots. If you are unable to open the image file attached to this report, please let us know as soon as possible and we will re-send your images on a separate e-mail.
Ausländische Orden & Ehrenzeichen - Portugal : Orden vom Turm und Schwert: Großkreuzsatz aus dem Besitz des Aus dem Besitz des GRAFEN VON TURIN (1872-1946).Großkreuzdekoration. Gold und Emaille, an schöner, genähter Originalschärpe aus feinster Moiréeseide mit Bandschleife. Prachtexemplar in allerfeinster Juweliersqualität mit mehrteilig gefertigtem Medaillon. Der Bruststern Gold und Emaille. Mit Hestelleretikett des Juweliers da Costa, Lissabon. Statt der sonst üblichen Nadel, wie bei allen Sternen aus dem Besitz des Conte di Torino, rückseitige Tragevorrichtung mit zwei Schrauben. Besonders der Bruststern in massiver Godausführung außerordentlich selten. VITTORIO EMANUELE DI SAVOIA, CONTE DI TORINO (1872 ? 1946), ZWEITER SOHN KÖNIG AMADEO I. VON SPANIEN, GENERAL DER KAVALLERIE. Prinz Vittorio Emanuele von Savoyen-Aosta, Infant von Spanien, Graf von Turin (24. November 1870 - 10. Oktober 1946), Sohn König Amadeo I. von Spanien war ein Enkel von König Viktor Emanuel II. und ein Mitglied des Hauses Savoyen. Er war ein Cousin von König Viktor Emanuel III. von Italien. Vittorio Emanuele wurde in Turin geboren, kurz bevor sein Vater Prinz Amadeo von Savoyen, Herzog von Aosta, nach Spanien abreisen wollte, wo er zum König gewählt worden war. Seine Mutter war Maria Vittoria del Pozzo della Cisterna. Mit der Besteigung des spanischen Throns durch seinen Vater erhielt er den zusätzlichen Titel Infant von Spanien. Das Duell 1897 forderte Vittorio Emanuele Prinz Henri von Orléans zum Duell heraus, nachdem Henri in mehreren Artikeln in der Zeitung Le Figaro die italienischen Soldaten, die während des Ersten Italo-Äthiopischen Krieges in Äthiopien gefangen gehalten wurden, als Feiglinge bezeichnet hatte. Der Streit fand in Italien und Europa ein breites Echo. Man einigte sich auf das Schwert als Waffe der Wahl, da die Italiener der Meinung waren, dass Duelle mit Pistolen, die von den Franzosen bevorzugt wurden, nur für betrogene Ehemänner und nicht für Prinzen königlichen Blutes geeignet waren. Das Duell mit dem Schwert unter der Leitung des Grafen Leontieff und des Grafen Avogadro dauerte 26 Minuten und fand am 15. August 1897 um 5.00 Uhr morgens im Bois de Marechaux in Vaucresson, Frankreich, statt. Vittorio Emanuele besiegte Henri nach fünf Reprisen. Henri erlitt eine schwere Wunde am rechten Unterleib, und die Ärzte beider Parteien hielten die Verletzung für schwer genug, um ihn in einen Zustand offensichtlicher Unterlegenheit zu versetzen, was das Ende des Duells zur Folge hatte und Vittorio Emanuele in Europa berühmt machte. Die öffentliche Resonanz auf Vittorio Emanuele in Italien war triumphal. In Turin begrüßte ihn König Umberto I. mit den Worten: "Ich möchte der Erste sein, der Ihnen von ganzem Herzen zu Ihrem Beispiel und Ihrem Erfolg gratuliert". Im April 1898 brach Vittorio Emanuele zu einer Weltreise auf. Seine erste Station war New York City in den Vereinigten Staaten von Amerika. Nachdem er einen Tag im Newport Country Club verbracht hatte, überreichte er dem Club einen Silberpokal, der dem Sieger des jährlichen Golfturniers des Grafen von Turin überreicht wird. Nach seinem Aufenthalt in den Vereinigten Staaten besuchte er auf der nächsten Etappe seiner Weltreise China und Japan. Vittorio Emanuele schlug eine Karriere in der königlichen italienischen Armee ein und wurde Oberbefehlshaber der italienischen Kavallerie. Diese Position hatte er während des Ersten Weltkriegs inne. Nach dem Waffenstillstand wurde er von Frankreich mit dem Croix de Guerre ausgezeichnet. Vittorio Emanuele starb vier Monate nach der Ausrufung der Italienischen Republik in Brüssel. Er war der letzte überlebende Sohn von König Amedeo I. von Spanien. Wunderschöner Großkreuzsatz und aus dem Besitz eines Mitglieds der italienischen Königsfamilie von großer Seltenheit.Foreign Orders & Decorations - Portugal : Orden vom Turm und Schwert: Großkreuzsatz aus dem Besitz des Aus dem Besitz des GRAFEN VON TURIN (1872-1946).Portugal - Order of the Tower and the Sword Grand Cross set awarded to Vittorio Emanuele, Conte di Torino (1872-1946). Grand Cross Decoration. Gold and enamels, on beautiful original sash of finest moiré silk with ribbon bow. Splendid example of the finest jeweler's quality with center medallion made in several parts. The breast star gold and enamels. With manufacturer's label of the jeweler da Costa, Lisbon. Instead of the usual pin, as with all stars owned by the Conte di Torino,reverse fitted with wearing device with two screws. Especially the breast star in solid gold extraordinarily rare. Prince Vittorio Emanuele of Savoy-Aosta, Infante of Spain, Count of Turin (24 November 1870 ? 10 October 1946) was a grandchild of King Victor Emmanuel II and a member of the House of Savoy. He was a cousin of Victor Emmanuel III. Vittorio Emanuele was born in Turin just before his father Prince Amadeo of Savoy, Duke of Aosta was about to leave for Spain where he had been elected king. His mother was Maria Vittoria del Pozzo della Cisterna. With his father's accession to the Spanish throne he gained the additional title Infante of Spain. The Duel In 1897 Vittorio Emanuele challenged Prince Henri of Orléans to a duel, after Henri described, in several articles in the newspaper Le Figaro, the Italian soldiers being held captive in Ethiopia during the First Italo?Ethiopian War as cowards. The dispute was widely echoed in Italy and Europe. It was agreed on the use of the sword as weapon of choice, as the Italians thought duels with pistols, favored by the French, were worthy of betrayed husbands, not of princes of royal blood. The duel with swords, directed by the Count Leontieff and the Count Avogadro, lasting 26 minutes, took place at 5:00 am on 15 August 1897 in the Bois de Marechaux at Vaucresson, France. Vittorio Emanuele defeated Henri after five reprises. Henri received a serious wound to his right abdomen, and the doctors of both parties considered the injury serious enough to put him in a state of obvious inferiority, causing the end of the duel and making Vittorio Emanuele famous in Europe. The public response for Vittorio Emanuele in Italy was triumphant. In Turin King Umberto I. welcomed him saying, "I want to be the first to congratulate you with all my heart on the example you set and the success you scored". In April 1898 Vittorio Emanuele set out on a tour of world. His first stop was New York City in the United States of America. After spending a day at the Newport Country Club he presented the club with a silver cup which is presented to the winner of the annual Count of Turin golf tournament. After his stay in the United States he visited China and Japan on the next leg of his world tour. Vittorio Emanuele pursued a career in the Royal Italian Army and became the Commander in Chief of the Italian Cavalry. He held this position during the First World War. Following the armistice he was awarded the Croix de guerre by France. Vittorio Emanuele died in Brussels four months after the proclamation of the Italian Republic. He was the last surviving son of King Amedeo I. of Spain.
Ausländische Orden & Ehrenzeichen - Portugal : Gemeinschaftliches Ordenszeichen des Christus- und Aviz - Ordens.Die Ordensdekoration, Gold und Emaille, ohne Schärpe. Prächtiges, besonders fein gearbeitetes Ordenskleinod in allerfeinster Goldschmiedearbeit. Die Medaillons mit den Ordenskreuzen des Christus- und Avizordens beidseitig separat aufgelegt und mehrteilig garbeitet sowie polychrom emailliert. Die Goldteile und die besondersplastisch gearbeitete Krone besonders fein ziseliert Dieser Kombinationsorden wurde nur an Fürstlichkeiten und Prinzen regierender Häuser sowie an Staatsoberhäupter verliehen. Seltenes Exemplar dieses hohen portugiesischen Ordens in nicht zu überbietender Juweliersqualität. Foreign Orders & Decorations - Portugal : Gemeinschaftliches Ordenszeichen des Christus- und Aviz - Ordens.Portugal - Combined Order of Christ and Avis Sash Badge. The decoration of the order, gold and enamels, without sash. Splendid, especially finely crafted badge in the finest goldsmith workmanship. The center medallions with the crosses of the Order of Christ and the Order of Aviz are separately applied on both sides and worked in several parts as well as polychrome enamels. The gold parts and the bulbous crown especially finely chased. This combination order was only awarded to princes of ruling houses as well as to heads of state. Rare example of this high Portuguese order in jeweler's quality not to be surpassed.
Ausländische Orden & Ehrenzeichen - Russland/Zarenreich : Russland: Weisser - Adler - Orden, Ordensdekoration.Das Ordenskleinod Gold und Emaille, ohne Schärpe. Die blau emaillierten Kronenbänder wie üblich beschädigt und ausgebessert. Auf dem rückseitigen Tragebügel der Krone Meistermarke "IK" des Hofjuweliers Julius Keibel sowie Goldpunze "56" und die Stadtmarke von St. Petersburg. Das Gefieder des russischen Doppeladlers sowie die vorderseitige Auflage mit dem Kreuz des polnischen Weißen Adler Ordens besonders fein ziseliert. In den rückseitigen Adlerklauen Herstellermarke "IK", Goldmarke "56" und Jahreszahlenpunze "1870". Prachtexemplar in allerfeinster altrussischer Juweliersqualität.Foreign Orders & Decorations - USSR/Russia : Russland: Weisser - Adler - Orden, Ordensdekoration. Imperial Russia - Order of the White Eagle Sash Badge. Gold and enamels. Without sash. The blue enameled crown ribbons damaged and repaired as usual. On the reverse suspension of the crown master mark "IK" of the court jeweler Julius Keibel as well as gold hallmark "56" and the city mark of St. Petersburg. The plumage of the Russian double-headed eagle as well as the obverse support with the cross of the Polish Order of the White Eagle are especially finely chased. Maker's mark "IK", gold mark "56" and year mark "1870" in the eagle claws on the reverse. Splendid example of the finest Russian jeweler's quality.
Ausländische Orden & Ehrenzeichen - Frankreich : Orden vom Heriligen Geist (Ordre de Saint Esprit). Ordenskreuz. Gold und Emaille. Ohne Schärpe. In der floral verzierten Öse französische Goldpunze (Widderkopf 1819 - 1838). Die auf der Vorderseite aufgelegte weiße Taube, Symbol des Heiligen Geistes, in besonders plastischer Emaillearbeit. Die transluziden grün emaillierten Flammen der Kreuzarme und des Medaillonuntergrundes mit feinster Guillochierung. Das Reversmedaillon mit der Darstellung des Heiligen Michaels dreiteilig gearbeitet. Besonders fein gearbeitetes Ordenskleinod in etwas reduzierter Größe. Prachtexemplar in bester Juweliersqualität und absoluter Spitzenerhaltung. In dieser Qualität kaum zu bekommen. 59 x 54 mm (ohne Ring).Foreign Orders & Decorations - France : Order of the Holy Spirit (Ordre de Saint Esprit). Kingdom of France - Order of the Holy Spirit Knight's Sash Badge. Gold and enamels. Without sash. In the floral decorated eyelet French gold hallmark (ram's head 1819 - 1838). The white dove, symbol of the Holy Spirit, applied to the obverse, in particularly vivid enamel work. The translucent green enameled flames of the arms of the cross and the medallion base with the finest guilloche work. The reverse center with the depiction of St. Michael worked in three parts. Particularly finely crafted badge in somewhat reduced size. Magnificent example in best jeweler's quality and absolute top condition. In this quality and coindition very rare. 59 x 54 mm (without ring).
Ausländische Orden & Ehrenzeichen - Russland/Zarenreich : St. Anna Orden 1. Klasse in Brillanten.Das Ordenskreuz Gold und Emaille, ohne Schärpe, Der Medaillonreif, die floralen Verzierungen zwischen den Kreuzwinkeln sowie der Bandring mit in Silber à jour gefaßten Altschliff - Brillanten besetzt. In der Öse Goldpunze "56", Beschaumarke von St. Petersburg sowie das Herstellerzeichen des Meisters Dmitry Osipov. Die Öse Ebenfalls mit Herstellermarke und Stadtmarke St. Petersburg. Das leuchtend rote, transluzide Emaille der Kreuzarme mit fein guillochiertem Untergrund. Prachtexemplar in feinster altrussischer Goldschmiedearbeit. Sehr seltenes Ordenskreuz 1. Klasse in Brillanten.Foreign Orders & Decorations - USSR/Russia : Order of St. Anne 1st Class in Diamonds.Gold and enamels. Without sash. The medallion ring, the floral decorations between the corners of the ars of the cross as well as the suspension ring set with circular old-cut diamonds. The setting in silver (à jour). The eyelet with the gold hallmark "56", the St. Petersburg mark and the maker's mark of the master Dmitry Osipov. The suspension ring also with maker's mark and city mark of St. Petersburg. The bright red translucent enamel of the arms of the cross with a fine guilloche background. A splendid example of the finest old Russian goldsmith's work. Very rare.
Ausländische Orden & Ehrenzeichen - Portugal : Gemeinschaftliches Ordenszeichen des Christus- und Aviz - Ordens. Bruststern zur Ordensdekoration. Silber, das mehrteilig gefertigte Medaillon und der separat aufgelegte Strahlenkranz sowie die Herz - Jesu-Dekoration Gold und Emaille. An Nadel. Auf der Rückseite das Herstelleretikett des Hofjuweliers Frederico da Costa, Lissabon. Besonders schönes, hochgewölbtes Exemplar in brillantierter Ausführung und kaum zu übertreffender Juweliersqualität. Ebenso wie das unter der vorhergehenden Nummer angebotenes Ordenskleinod sehr seltener, nur Staatsoberhäuptern, Fürstlichkeiten und Prinzen aus regierenden Häusern vorbehaltener Orden.Foreign Orders & Decorations - Portugal : Gemeinschaftliches Ordenszeichen des Christus- und Aviz - Ordens.Portugal - Combined Order of Christ and Aviz Breast star of the order. Silver, the multi-piece medallion and separately applied radiant wreath and Heart of Jesus decoration gold and enamels. Reverse fitted with pin. On the back the maker's label of the court jeweler Frederico da Costa, Lisbon. Particularly beautiful, highly domed example of brilliant workmanship and jeweler's quality that can hardly be surpassed. Like the sash badge offered under the previous number, very rare breast star reserved only for heads of state and princes from ruling houses.
Ausländische Orden & Ehrenzeichen - Frankreich : Frankreich: St. Ludwigs - Orden: Großkreuzsatz. Das Ordenskreuz Gold und Emaille, an wunderschöner, genähter Originalschärpe aus roter Moiréeseide. Auf einer der rückseitigen Fleur de Lys französische Goldpunze (Widderkopf, 1819-1838). Am kannelierten Ring. Die Medaillons zweiteilig gefertigt und in feinster polychromer Emaillearbeit, der transluzid emaillierte rote Untergrund fein guillochiert. Minimale tragebedingte Chips und Haarrisse, insgesamz jedoch in hervorragender Erhaltung. Der Bruststern in gestickter Ausführung aus vergoldetem Silberlahn und Pailletten. Die Fleur de Lys zwischen den Kreuzwinkeln aus handgetriebenem vergoldeten Silberblech. Rückseitig Abdeckung aus weißem Leder. Exemplar in seltener Ausführung mit gesticktem Medaillon und in ganz hervorragendem, nahezu neuwertigen Erhaltungszustand. Wunderschöner, prächtiger Satz in feinster Goldschmiedearbeit. In dieser Qualität nur schwer zu bekommen.Foreign Orders & Decorations - France : France: Order of St. Louis: grand cross set. Kingdom of France - Order of Saint Louis Grand Cross Sash Badge. Gold and enamels, on beautiful original sash of red moiré silk. On one of the reverse fleur de lys with French gold hallmark (ram's head, 1819-1838). On fluted ring. The centers made in two parts and in the finest polychrome enamel work, the translucent enameled red background finely guilloched. Only tiny chips and hairline cracks due to wear, but overall in excellent condition. The breast star in embroidered version of gilded silver lantern and sequins. The fleur de lys between the crosses made of hand chased gilded silver plate. Back cover of white leather. Rare version with embroidered center and in quite excellent near mint condition. Beautiful, magnificent set in the finest goldsmith work. In this quality and condition very hard to get.
Ausländische Orden & Ehrenzeichen - Frankreich : Frankreich: Orden vom Heiligen Michael. Ordenskreuz, am kannelierten Ring. Gold und Emaille, an wunderschöner, genähter Originalschärpe aus schwarzer Moiréeseide. Die mehrteilig gefertigten Medaillons mit der Darstellung des Heiligen Michaels in plastischer Goldschmiedearbeit. Das transluzide grüne Emaille der Flammen der Kreuzarme mit fein guillochiertem Untergrund. Eine der Fleur de Lys zwischen den Kreuzarmen mit französischer Goldpunze (Widderkopf, 1819 - 1838). Prachtexemplar in feinster französischer Juweliersqualität und absoluter Spitzenerhaltung. In der Zeit der Restauration (1815 - 1830) vorwiegend an Diplomaten, bedeutende Künstler, Literaten und Wissenschaftler verliehen ist der Ritterorden vom Heiligen Michael der älteste und traditionsreichste unter allen französischen Orden des Ancien Régimes. Ein sehr ähnliches Exemplar aus der Sammlung Bernard Franck ist bei Bourdier, "Les Ordres Francais et les Recompenses Nationales", S. 2 abgebildet und beschrieben. J.P. Collignon bildet in seinem Werk "Ordres de Chevalerie - Décorations et médailles de France", S. 28, ebenfalls ein sehr ähnliches Ordenskreuz ab. Insignien dieses stets sehr sparsam verliehenen Ordens befinden sich heute nur noch in wenigen Museen und Privatsammlungen. Von außerordentlich großer Seltenheit.Foreign Orders & Decorations - France : France: Order of Saint Michael. Kingdom of France - Order of Saint Michael Knight's Sash Badge. With fluted ring. Gold and enamels. With beautiful original sash of black moiré silk. The multi-piece medallions depicting St. Michael in sculpted gold work. The translucent green enamel of the flames of the arms of the cross with fine guilloche background. One of the fleur de lys between the arms of the cross with French gold hallmark (ram's head, 1819 - 1838). Truly magnificent badge in finest French jeweler's quality and absolute top condition. Awarded during the French Bourbon Restoration Period (1815 - 1830) mainly to diplomats, important artists, men of letters and scientists, the Order of Saint Michael is the oldest and most traditional of all French orders of the Ancien Régime. A very similar badge from the Bernard Franck collection is illustrated in Bourdier "Les Ordres Francais et les Recompenses Nationales", p. 2 J.P. Collignon also depicts a very similar badge in hisbook " Ordres de Chevalerie - Décorations et médailles de France", p. 28,. Insignia of this order, which was always awarded in very small numbers, are found today only in a few museums and private collections. Of exceptional rarity.
A hand-painted 'Mr Bibendum' standing forecourt figure,modern, fibreglass, depicting the Michelin advertising figure with 'Le Pneu Michelin' sash, for garage display, 113cm high. This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: ◊◊◊◊ £60 + VAT uplift and storage at £12 + VAT per lot per dayFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Circle of FRANCISCO DE GOYA Y LUCIENTES (Fuendetodos, Zaragoza, 1746 - Bordeaux, France, 1828)."Portrait of Charles IV.Oil on canvas. Re-retouched.It presents repainting, old restorations and a Carlos IV style frame from the end of the 19th century with damages.Measurements: 126 x 94 cm; 145 x 113 cm (frame).Dressed in a maroon silk suit, embroidered in silver, the monarch holds the command staff of captain general with his hand, barely visible in the composition, while he rests the other on his waist. The cross and the sash of the Order of Charles III, as well as that of San Gennaro of Naples, hang glittering above his costume. The golden fleece can also be seen. Next to the monarch, an ermine-skinned table supports the royal crown, which is the only element outside the figure of the monarch. The work follows the aesthetic models imposed by Francisco de Goya, who painted several portraits of the monarch. The painting is a reflection of the picture painted by Goya in 1789, which belongs to the Museo del Prado collection and is called Carlos IV de Rojo.It was conceived as a companion piece to the portrait of Queen consort Maria Luisa, both commissioned by the Academy in March. It was Jovellanos who entrusted the task to Goya who, as a court painter, produced several versions of the works. In this particular case, despite the similarities with the Prado work, certain differences can be recognised. Firstly, the large green curtain in this case is reduced to a kind of curtain, where the colour is spread evenly, thus avoiding the marked folds. Furthermore, in this case, the monarch carries the baton of command and a highly decorative waistcoat.Charles IV was King of Spain and of the Spanish Empire from 1788 to 1808. The Spain inherited by Charles IV showed few signs of instability, but during his reign, Spain entered into a series of unprofitable alliances and his regime constantly sought cash to meet the demands of war. His son and heir, Ferdinand, led the failed Conspiracy of El Escorial and subsequently forced Charles to abdicate after the Tumult of Aranjuez in 1808, along with the dismissal of his prime minister Manuel de Godoy. Summoned to Bayonne by Napoleon Bonaparte, who forced Ferdinand VII to abdicate, Charles IV also abdicated, paving the way for Napoleon to place his older brother Joseph Bonaparte on the Spanish throne. However, Charles IV's reign proved to be an important turning point in Spanish history.
'VOTES FOR WOMEN' SASHOriginal 'Votes for Women' tri-coloured suffragette sash, woven in purple, green and white with 'Votes for Women' printed in blue on central stripe on front and reverse, hook for banner pouch and hook and eye fastening stamped 'Nicklin's', colours strong, a few brown marks to white areas, 104mm. wide, overall length 1180mm., folded, c.1908Footnotes:Emmeline Pethick Lawrence introduced purple (for dignity), white (for purity) and green (for hope) as the colours for the Women's Social and Political Union at the Hyde Park Rally of 21 June 1908, the sashes designed by Sylvia Pankhurst clearly visible against the suffragettes' white dresses. The sashes were originally woven by Toye & Co. of Birmingham, who had a large female workforce, and became an essential part of the suffragette uniform. Suffragette accoutrements were retailed through a network of independent shops and department stores such as Selfridges which opened its doors in the same year.According to a copy of a letter of provenance, the sash belonged to a Scottish suffragette by the name of Miss Rose of Wick in the Highlands of Scotland. It has not been possible to ascertain her identity beyond that, but there are references in Votes for Women of a Miss Rose speaking in Glasgow and Edinburgh, and the same name is included in a list of twenty speakers who shared six platforms at a joint demonstration of suffrage and trade union movements at Alexandra Park, Manchester on Saturday 8 October 1910.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Items attributed to The ROAB GLE - The Royal Antediluvian Order of Buffaloes - Grand Lodge of England, including a ceremonial apron, cuffs and medallion collar, medals and pins, including three 9ct gold medals and fourteen silver medals and pins, invitations, a membership certificate, a sash and a photograph of a gentleman in the ceremonial attireCondition Report: Gross weight of 3 gold medals, excluding ribbons 47 gramsGross weight of 1945 medal including ribbon (detail stamped 9 ct) 27 grams
BUCK ROGERS IN THE 25TH CENTURY - Earth Defense Directorate Jacket and SashAn Earth Defense Directorate jacket and sash from the sci-fi television series Buck Rogers in the 25th Century. Members of Earth's unified military command including Rogers (Gil Gerard) wore the formal dress version of their uniforms as they attended various functions representing their organization.This black, double-breasted wool jacket features a zippered front opening as well as a pair of metal snaps. It is affixed with gold-color trim on the collar, shoulder and cuffs as well as gold-color decorative buttons on the chest and a pair of Earth Defense Directorate patches on the sleeves. Also included is a red satin sash designed to be worn around the waist. It exhibits signs of wear, including a pair of missing buttons. Estimate: $1,000 - 1,500This lot will be auctioned on Wednesday, June 22nd. The auction will begin at 8:00am PDT and lots are sold sequentially via live auctioneer; tune in to the live streaming broadcast on auction day to follow the pace. Note other lots in the auction may close on Tuesday, June 21st; Thursday, June 23rd; or Friday, June 24th.
CROUCHING TIGER, HIDDEN DRAGON: SWORD OF DESTINY - Hades Dai's (Jason Scott Lee) CostumeHades Dai's (Jason Scott Lee) costume from Yuen Woo-Ping's martial arts sequel Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon: Sword of Destiny. Dai wore his costume while commanding his army of fearsome soldiers in feudal China. This costume consists of a resin-studded brown leather chest plate with a resin snake emblem; a maroon patterned cotton robe; two brown leather gauntlets with resin snake details; a crimson cotton waist sash; black silk-blend pants with black tightening straps; two pink cotton socks; and two black cotton and leather shoes. The armor, robe, gauntlets and pants are marked "HADES DAI HERO" on the interiors. Also included are six wardrobe tags. The leather elements exhibit minor cracking throughout. Estimate: $1,500 - 2,500This lot will be auctioned on Wednesday, June 22nd. The auction will begin at 8:00am PDT and lots are sold sequentially via live auctioneer; tune in to the live streaming broadcast on auction day to follow the pace. Note other lots in the auction may close on Tuesday, June 21st; Thursday, June 23rd; or Friday, June 24th.

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