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Click here to subscribeThree gilt brass picture frames together with brass candlesticks, two brass letter scales, brass blow lamp, brass tea caddy, brass fire irons, brass trivet, figural candlesticks, flat iron stand, electroplated swing handle cake basket, stool, binoculars, oil lamp base, Dutch tin plate sheet, carved box, model car etc
A LATE VICTORIAN CAST IRON AND LACQUERED BRASS SET OF BALANCE SCALESby W & T Avery, BirminghamThe top section with pierced anthemion finial supported on a ribbed brass stem and quatrefoil cast iron base, stamped oval mark 'W & T Avery Ltd, Makers, Birmingham', 100cm wide, 125cm high.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Wooden Cased Folding Sovereign ScalesThree nineteenth century mahogany cased sovereign/guinnea scales, each with different retailer's labels including Wilkinson of Kirkby Near Liverpool, Stephen Houghton & Sons [successor to Wilkinson], and H. Bell & Co. Preston Lancashire; plus 'The C.H. Fitch Improved Prescription Scale' (4)
Pharmacy Antiques - Four Sets of Apothecary's Scales,all 19th century, a set by John Young & Son, c.1850, in mahogany case with good trade label; two further sets in mahogany cases, with a set in case covered in green Morocco leather with gilt embossed decoration, each set with a few apothecaary weights
A Set of Laboratory Scales by L. Oertling, London,English, late 19th century, signed 'L. Oertling London' to the beam, unusually constructed of polished aluminum rather than lacquered brass, in a french polished mahogany case with side doors and counterweighted front door, Note: Buyer to collect no postage on this item
A Hook Ended Set of 12in Proportional dividers, by Stanley, London,English, c.1900, signed 'STANLEY GT TURNSTILE, LONDON', in a French polished mahogany case with an oval plaque to the lid engraved 'BOARD OF AGRICULTURE No. 4', and engraved the same on the dividers, Footnote: this design incorporating hook ends meant that the points could be resharpened without affecting the scales on the instrument. The baord of agriculture existed between 1889 and 1903 then becoming the Board of Agriculture and Fisheries.
Hook Ended 9in Proportional Dividers, by Stanley, London,English, c.1900, signed 'STANLEY GT TURNSTILE, LONDON', German silver with steel points, in a leather case. Footnote: this design incorporating hook ends meant that the points could be resharpened without affecting the scales on the instrument.
Two Hook End Proportional Dividers,Comprising, an English pair of 6.5in dividers, c.1900, signed 'Cooke Troughton & Simms, York, London, Capetown', German silver with steel points, in a leather case, the other set of 9inch dividers by Stanley, London, both uncased Footnote: this design incorporating hook ends meant that the points could be resharpened without affecting the scales on the instrument.
Y A Victorian mahogany stick barometer, E.H. Robinson, Shrewsbury & London, circa 1860, the ivory dial with the usual observations with Ascending and Descending scales, 100cm highEdward Henry Robinson & Co are recorded in Banfield, Edwin BAROMETER MAKERS & RETAILERS 1660-1900 as working in London in the latter part of the 19th century, the following entry is for a Henry Robinson with an address in Shrewsbury.
A group of twelve stained glass and leaded window panels, early 20th century, each incorporating a central motif with a sign of the Zodiac, various sizes, some mounted in window frames, the largest 110cm high, 57cm wide, the smallest 71cm high, 51cm wide Condition Report: Overall the panels need a clean to the glass and the leadwork, some need remounting and some are in various window mounts.Scorpio (Scorpion):The glass to the panel surround in good order - the decorative central element appears in good order and sectional as manufactured. Dirt and discolouration to the glass and to the lead bars - there are copper ties to attach to a window frame, these are present and intact, some are slightly bent out of shape. Not mounted in a window surround, the panel is 102 x 50cm Leo (Lion):Ditto the condition of Scorpio, the copper ties in different places, Not mounted in a window surround, the panel is 104 x 52cmSagittarius (centaur):Ditto the condition of Scorpio, the copper ties in the same place, Not mounted in a window surround, the panel is 102 x 50cmCancer (crab):The glass to the panel surround in good order - the decorative central element appears in good order and sectional as manufactured. Dirt and discolouration to the glass and to the lead bars - there are copper ties to attach to a window frame, these are present and intact, some are slightly bent out of shape. Not mounted in a window surround, the panel is 71 x 52cmAries (Ram):Ditto Cancer, but with some rust and red corrosion to the lead bars. Not mounted in a window surround, the panel is 71 x 52cmGemini (twins):Ditto Cancer, Not mounted in a window surround, the panel is 71 x 52cmTaurus (Bull):Ditto Cancer, Not mounted in a window surround, the panel is 71 x 52cmAquarius (water-bearer):Overall 109 x 57cm the panel is approximately 105 x 52cm. It is puttied in place and Dreweatts make no guarantees how cleanly or easily it may be removed from this setting. The handle is operable to use this as a window if required. The window frame is fairly uniformly black painted. The glass to the panel surround in good order - the decorative central element appears in good order and sectional as manufactured. Dirt and discolouration to the glass and to the lead bars with white build up to the glass surrounding these. Mounted in a window surround bars utilising the ties to attach to the frame. The handle stiff but operablePisces (two fish):Ditto Aquarius and in matching (opposing) frame surround, the panel measurements also appear to be identical. There appears to be an old crack to the tail of the lower fish that has not been repaired - the white surface residue has settled in this area also. Virgo (Plenty):Condition similar to Aquarius but in older window frame, with rust and surface corrosion to the metal areas. The front black painted but less uniformly than Pisces and Aquarius. Handle twisting slightly but very stiff - probably not aided due to the rust on the frame. 109 x 57cm overall, the panel approximately 104 x 52cmCapricorn (Goat):In differing frame again, but condition of frame less good than the previous windows. Again exterior painted black but less uniformly. the glass dirty and in need of a good clean. Some later putty. 110 x 57, the panel approximately 103 x 53cm, handle to window operableLibra (scales):Same frame as Capricorn, the outer clear glass with some cracks and breaks to some panels. Otherwise in condition similar to the previous windows. Handle stiff but opperable. again this window with dirt and in need of a clean. 109 x 57cm overall, the panel approximately 103 x 52cmPlease refer to additional images for visual reference to condition for these windows, please note measurements given for the framed window panels are approximate as they are puttied in place and mounted. Potential purchasers need to satisfy themselves before biddingCondition Report Disclaimer
An apothecary's mahogany cabinet, 19th Century, fitted glass bottles and covers, with drawer beneath fitted scales, mixing bowl etc., 17cm wide CONDITION REPORT: Scratches, marks and a small split to the lower left of the top surface. Vertical damage to wood where it meets the lock mechanism, scratches to brass, some marks and irregularities throughout. Very acceptable for age and use.
An apothecary's mahogany cabinet, 19th Century, with inlaid brass handle to the hinged cover, enclosing an interior of fitted bottles with drawer beneath fitted scales, mixing bowl etc., bearing a label for Savory & Moore, Chemists to the Queen, 136 New Bond Street and 220 Regent Street, London, 24cm wide CONDITION REPORT: Large stain or discolouration/thinning of lacquer to right side of top surface, deep and superficial scratches present throughout, interior flap with some damage and discolouration, marks also present. Slight split to upper right corner at front. Condition ok, but, perhaps feels a bit tired.
TWO BOXES AND LOOSE SUNDRY ITEMS ETC, to include cast metal Universal weighing scales with weights, Grundig TK23 reel to reel tape recorder, two brown enamel teapots, two salt glazed barrels, one impressed Tamworth, salt glazed storage jars, Denhill 8x25 leather cased binoculars, framed prints of dogs, Japanese laquer tray in distressed condition, metal storage box, oak banjo shaped barometer, vintage slide projector, brass fire screen, silver topped walking stick, various umbrellas, assorted pictures etc
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