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Lot 12
An oxidised and lacquered brass theodolite Supplied by J.B. Tibaut-Disempleare, Brussels, late 19th/early 20th century The telescope with rack and pinion focus adjustment and mounted via a pivot onto a pierced two-part support over rotating limb applied with spirit level and with silvered Vernier scales to each end for reading against the fixed silver divided horizontal degree arc beneath, fitted with a glazed compass annotated N, E, S and O within degree circle and the underside with lockable rotating pivot over ball and socket joint with turned tapered tripod socket beneath, in original oak box with applied paper trade label J.B. Tibaut-Disempleare,… MAGASINS, Rue de Laeken 15-17, BRUXELLES… and inked stamp J.B. Tibaut Disempleare, Bruxelles to the interior of the lid, the box 33.5cm (13.25ins) wide.
Lot 41
A fine Victorian oxidised brass Newman type mercury station barometer Negretti and Zambra, London, circa 1870 Constructed with two square section uprights joined at the top with a D-shaped section inset with silvered plate engraved Negretti & Zambra, 1 Hatton Garden, 122 Regent Street, 59 Cornhill, 153 Fleet Street, LONDON over central tube flanked by silvered scales calibrated in millimetres and barometric inches with rack and pinion adjusted Vernier slide between, the base with substantial cylindrical cistern incorporating glazed collar between screw-clamped collars to upper section, the instrument suspended via pivoted joint from a scroll-cast bracket with conforming steady bracket to base inside a glazed mirror-backed wall case with hinged front door secured by brass thumb catches, (mercury removed), 128.5cm (50.625ins) high. Provenance: The interior of the case is applied with a paper label typed BAROMETER, Presented by, HERMAN BICKNELL, January 1873. Herman Bicknell was a surgeon, orientalist, linguist and an intrepid traveller and he was one of the first Englishman to penetrate Mecca as detailed in his account published in The Times of August 25th 1862. The general form of the current instrument was derived by John Frederick Newman who is recorded in Banfield, Edwin BAROMETER MAKERS AND RETAILERS 1660-1900 as working from 122 Regent Street, London 1827-62. Banfield states that Newman made standard and portable barometers for the Ross Antarctic Expedition and his meteorological station barometers were installed throughout the British Empire. Newman barometers of this design usually incorporated movable scales to allow calibration against the mercury level in the cistern which may vary very slightly with changes in temperature. Newman’s business was taken over by Negretti & Zambra in 1862 who Banfield records as being established in 1850 when a partnership between Enrico Negretti and Joseph Warren Zambra was formed. The firm became one of the most prolific makers of scientific instruments and continued trading well into the 20th century.
Lot 25
A Victorian mahogany cased set of portable diamond scales De Grave, Short and Company, mid 19th century With sculpted metal pivoted beam incorporating pointer within the suspension armature over hemispherical brass pans contained within a fitted box incorporating lidded compartment enclosing weights calibrated in carats, the lid applied with a paper label entitled A table by which may be Calculated the Value of any Weight of Diamonds incorporating BY DE GRAVE, SHORT & COMPY., (Late M. De Grave & Sons), continuing with 59. ST. MARTIN LE GRAND, LONDON, the exterior with brass tweezers contained within a slot to the lower rear right hand corner, with caddy-moulded lid and canted angles flanking brass plate push button clasp to front 17.5cm (6.75ins) wide; with another Victorian cased set of portable diamond scales, De Grave, Short & Fanner, London, mid 19th century, the form the same as the larger of the first two but incorporating BY DE GRAVE, SHORT & FANNER within the paper label applied to the inside of the lid, 12.5cm (5ins approx.) wide, (2). The De Grave family were well known as scientific instrument makers specialising in weights and measures throughout the 19th century. The first member to set up business was Charles De Grave who is recorded in Clifton, Gloria Directory of British Scientific Instrument Makers 1550-1851 as working in St. Martins le Grand, London from 1780. The business traded as De Grave, Short and Fanner from 59 St. Martins Le Grand 1845-71 and was eventually absorbed by W. and T. Avery and Co. Ltd in the early 20th century.
Lot 643
Taxidermy. A George VI preserved perch by J. Cooper & Sons, the fish with painted scales and mounted in a naturalistic setting, with a printed paper trade label, inscribed 'Preserved by J. COOPER & SONS 78 BATH ROAD, HOUNSLOW, MIDDX.', within a glazed gilt and ebonised bowfront case, inscribed in gilt 'PERCH 1 lb 1ozs, Caught by Baxendale, 8th July 1948 Aughenreoch Loch', 26.7cm high, 45.7cm wide.
Lot 20
A Kane (John Hurt) space burial miniature from Ridley Scott's sci-fi horror Alien. Kane was the first victim of the alien as it burst from his chest during his iconic death scene. After Kane's gory demise, he was given a burial in space, his body jettisoned from the Nostromo's airlock. To achieve the scene, a miniature airlock set was created, with miniature exteriors of the hulking Nostromo ship. The miniature was then fired out of the airlock, creating the illusion of being sucked into space. These sets, as well as the Nostromo itself, were built by a team at Bray Studios. At least two different scales of this miniature were created for the scene, this being a larger one. The miniature is made of wood and features hand-painted detailing, including a serial number, patch and plaque just under the head. The piece features metal straps and pins, around which string is laced to give the impression of Kane's body being tightly bound. It has some wear from production use and age. The paint has been stabilised to stop it flaking away, but some small cracks remain. The model is presented on a custom-built display stand with a wooden base and a metal rod inserted into the feet. Dimensions (displayed): 24 cm x 10 cm x 14 cm (9 1/2" x 4" x 5 1/2")£8000-10000 M
Lot 316
One-Eyed Willy's booby trap treasure scales from Richard Donner's adventure film The Goonies. A set of scales filled with coins was seen among the treasure hoard discovered aboard One-Eyed Willy's hidden pirate ship, the Inferno. The scales were rigged as part of a hidden trap, so when Mama Fratelli (Anne Ramsey) removed the coins, she caused the cave containing the ship to collapse. Crafted from brass, the scales consist of a ribbed pillar, an ornate pivoting beam featuring two extended arms, and two circular weighing pans suspended from each end of the beam. Several Chinese-style fish-like creatures featuring layered scales and open-mouthed expressions decorate many parts of the piece, curling in various directions to produce an intricate design for the hooks, both at the top and on each end of the beam. The irregular base of the lot displays nine different-sized holes, designed to house the various weights which accompany the scales. Included is the original invoice, displayed within a wooden frame. Dated "02-28-85", the statement features the total cost for renting the piece for two weeks, with the production company details at the top. Minor wear is present on the scales and parts of the piece have become discoloured over time. Signs of oxidation are present, notably on the central part of the beam. The lot comes in separate parts and can be easily assembled. Dimensions (scales assembled): 27 cm x 69 cm x 85 cm (10 3/4" x 27 1/4" x 33 1/2"); (invoice): 25 cm x 36 cm x 3 cm (10" x 14 1/4"x 1 1/4")£8000-10000 M
Lot 268
A suit of armour worn by Mordred (Robert Addie) in John Boorman's Arthurian epic Excalibur. The grown-up Mordred wore his armour in battle against King Arthur (Nigel Terry) and his loyal knights after he challenged his father for the throne.Handmade in aluminium by legendary movie armourer Terry English, and finished in faux-gold spray paint, this was the only suit of elder-Mordred armour made for the film. The suit consists of a chest and back plate, arms, gauntlets, scaled skirt, leg and foot guards, and a chainmail neck piece. English made the instantly recognisable aluminium helmet after production for display purposes, as the original fibreglass version was lost. The armour is embellished with rivets, spikes and muscular definition and held together with leather straps and metal buckles.A number of unique marks on the chest and arms screen match the armour to that seen in the film. The set was used in countless stunts and action sequences, which left the suit with a number of scratches and repairs. Most notably, the breastplate was modified for the shot in which Mordred receives a mortal chest wound from Excalibur, and reshoots required English to repair the hole. The repair is visible on screen, as is €˜gold'-painted Gaffer tape attached to the lower left bicep. The suit exhibits the previously stated wear, as well as wear from age, including fragile leather straps and the absence of several scales from the skirt. The legs are marked "Eric" for use in a subsequent production.£10000-15000 M *Special shipping required; see special shipping notice in the Buyer's Guide
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Lot 1611
Andy Warhol (American, 1928 - 1987). "Texan [Robert Rauschenberg]". Original color letterpress print. Printed 1970. Signed in white marker, center right. Edition of c200. Medium weight light cream uncoated wove paper. The full sheet. Fine impression. Fine condition. Overall size: 9 1/2 x 9 7/8 in. (241 x 251 mm). This rare letterpress print was published as part of the Warhol portfolio of eight prints which was included in the publication/portfolio "Artists & Photographs" published by Multiples, Inc., New York City, in association with Colorcraft Inc., NYC in 1970. The publication consists of a cardboard box containing artist's publications, multiples, artist's books, etc. by Warhol, Rauschenberg, Ruscha, Nauman, Gormley, Christo, Lewitt, and others. The stated edition size was 1,200 but as Peter Gidal indicates "…rumors abound that the art-box never got made in more than 800 copies, but even the origination gallery can no longer verify it. What is certain is that no "extra" copies of any of the multiples were made, and that the Gormley was in an edition of 200 and the Rauschenberg in an edition of 400. This substantiated the fact that complete boxes could never have been more than 200." Warhol's contributions were printed in different sizes, scales, and mediums. Our example is stamped verso "File Copy - Colorcraft Inc. - Please Return" indicating that it came from the Colorcraft archives. No auction records located. Image copyright © Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York. [28842-2-300]
Lot 1149
Andy Warhol (American, 1928 - 1987). "Liz As Cleopatra". Original letterpress print. Printed 1970. Signed in black marker, lower right. Edition of c200. Medium weight light cream uncoated wove paper. The full sheet. Fine impression. Very good condition. Overall size: 11 3/4 x 9 1/2 in. (298 x 241 mm). This rare letterpress print was published as part of the Warhol portfolio of eight prints which was included in the publication/portfolio "Artists & Photographs" published by Multiples, Inc., New York City, in association with Colorcraft Inc., NYC in 1970. The publication consists of a cardboard box containing artist's publications, multiples, artist's books, etc. by Warhol, Rauschenberg, Ruscha, Nauman, Gormley, Christo, Lewitt, and others. The stated edition size was 1,200 but as Peter Gidal indicates "…rumors abound that the art-box never got made in more than 800 copies, but even the origination gallery can no longer verify it. What is certain is that no "extra" copies of any of the multiples were made, and that the Gormley was in an edition of 200 and the Rauschenberg in an edition of 400. This substantiated the fact that complete boxes could never have been more than 200." Warhol's contributions were printed in different sizes, scales, and mediums. Our example is stamped verso "File Copy - Colorcraft Inc. - Please Return" indicating that it came from the Colorcraft archives. No auction records located. Image copyright © Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York. [28839-2-800]
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