David Munro Kirkness of Kirkwall, an important Lady's Orkney chair, circa 1889, made the oak from the St Magnus Cathedral medieval couples, the arms with carved end scroll, woven straw back, drop-in rush seat, applied label with provenance detail and signed by Kirkness, further applied retailer's label to front seat rail, width 52cm, depth 52cm, height 84cm.Footnote:St Magnus Cathedral, Kirkwall, Orkney, was founded in the 12th century and extended in the 1500s by the Bishop Reid. The hand-written label on this chair states that the oak used in this frame is from the couples from the extension from the 1500s. Further renovations and repair in 1889 led to the medieval timber being given to Kirkness's workshop, which was immediately adjacent to the Cathedral. The labels found on this example are in themselves a scarcity. One other example with a hand-written label relating the timber to the 1500s is now held in the Orkney Museum collection, with that label dated 1901. The small retailer's label is equally rare. Kirkness revived the fashions of the Scottish vernacular craft for the Orkney chair in the late 19th century. It became very popular in leading retailers throughout the country, including being championed by Liberty in London. His workshop went on to produce four different sizes: the hooded chair, the gentleman's chair, a lady's chair, and a child's chair. This example is for the lady.
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The Works of an Eccentric Irish Bard O'Kelly (Pat) Proofs, prepared in the mid-20th century, for a new edition of some of the works of the eccentric Irish poet Patrick O’Kelly. O’Kelly (c.1746-1837) fancied himself as a bard in the old Gaelic tradition and travelled around the great houses, praising (or sometimes mocking) their owners. He is best known for his “Doneraile Litany”, a string of curses on the people of that town, where he had been robbed of his watch; on Lady Doneraile’s replacing the watch, he wrote another poem revoking the curses. The proofs include poems from O’Kelly’s Poems on the Giants’ Causeway( 1808) and The Aonian Kaleidoscope (1824): “A Visit to Clonbrock”; “Epithamium on the Marriage of Nicholas Browne of Mounthazle Esq. to the Amiable Miss Eliza Burke of Marble Hill”; “A New Year’s Gift” (dedicated to the Earl of Clanrickarde); “The Bard’s Grateful Effusions” (inspired by “the delightful villa of Killimur, the Seat of Hyacinth Burke Esq.”); and “The Eidouranium: Addressed to a Lady in Loughrea who loved Dancing”. As a m/ss, w.a.f. (1)
War Maps: Cary (John) A Map of the Present Seat of War on the Northern Part of France, including the Netherlands Part of Germany etc., Lg. engd. map approx. 26'' x 33 1/2'' (66cms 85cms), hand coloured in outline, published London July 1793; Sevastopol showing the Position of Allied Camps and The Batteries, lg. hand coloured map, approx. 69cms x 102cms (27'' x 40'') published Lond. 1854; and Johnston's War Map of Turkey in Europe with Latest Divisions and Railways 1876, coloured map approx. 53cms x 66cms (21'' x 26'') linen backed. As a coll. of maps, w.a.f. (3)
With Curt Comment on Daniel O'Connell Queensberry (C. Douglas, Marquess of) A brief Letter dated 14 July, 1829, addressed to William Stewart Esq. Northumberland St., Edinburgh, who was M.P. for Co. Tyrone. Signed clearly by Queensberry and sealed with his seal. As a m/ss., w.a.f. (1) * Charles Douglas, 6th Marquess of Queensberry (great-uncle of 9th Marquess who was the boxing enthusiast and foe of Oscar Wilde). He was a peer for Scotland from 1812 to 1832. He was then staying at Binns House, the seat of Sir James Dalyell. The issue of Catholic Emancipation was a hot topic at this time, and this letter originally enclosed a letter to Dalyell from 'that Blackguard Connell', on which Queensberry urged Stewart to take action. (1)
Scéul Chathail Brugha Brugha (Cathal, 1874-1922) A framed Poster entirely in Irish, being his election address for the Waterford constituency in the general election of 1918, headed ‘Mór-Thoghadh Cho. Phortláirge, 1918 / Scéul Chathail Brugha’, addressed to ‘A Ghaedheala Phortláirge, a dhaoine cosanta clú 7 teangan na hÉireann ..’ In an unfamiliar Gaelic font, three different sizes, ‘arna chur i gcló ag Ó Lochlainn, Ó Murchadha & Ó Beoláin Teo.’ (the firm run by Colm Ó Lochlainn’s father). Approx. 29 ½" x 19 ½", damp mark towards bottom not affecting the text. A remarkable document, probably the only election poster in 1918 issued entirely in Irish. It did him no harm, as he was elected and took his seat in the first Dáil, where he took the chair initially and became Minister for Defence. Born in Dublin, he was second in command at the South Dublin Union in 1916 and died in July 1922 from wounds received while emerging from a besieged building in O’Connell Street. (1)
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Suas le Poblacht na h-Éirinn! [Barton, Robert] Dardis (Patrick G.), The Occupation of Land in Ireland in the First Half of the Nineteenth Century. Maunsel 1920, boards, parchment spine. Robert Barton’s copy, inscribed by him in Gaelic letters on f.f.e.p., ‘Riobard Bartún/ Portland Príosún / Sassana / Mí Samhna 22adh 1920 / Suas le Poblacht na h- Éirinn!’ A superb association copy. Robert Barton, from Glendalough House in Co. Wicklow, was a cousin of Erskine Childers. In 1914 he joined the British army and served in France, where his younger brother was killed on the Somme. In Easter Week 1916 he was posted to Dublin, where he was impressed by the dignity of the rebels and appalled by the executions. He resigned his commission, and in 1918 was elected a Sinn Fein MP. He was the Dail’s first Minister for Agriculture, and set up a National Land Bank. In 1919 he was arrested for making seditious speeches. He escaped, but was recaptured in 1920 and sentenced to three years in Portland Prison, where he was ill-treated. He was released in July 1921, with Arthur Griffith, to help with truce negotiations. He was a member of the Treaty delegation, and was the last to agree to sign. He later regretted his decision and took the anti-treaty side. He lost his Dail seat in 1923 and withdrew from politics. He later became chairman of the Agricultural Credit Corporation and of Bord na Mona. He died in 1975. (1)
A large George Smith 'Elverdon' modular sofa,of recent manufacture, upholstered in Osborne & Little 'Torcello' fabric, raised on tapering oak supports,overall 370cm wide180cm deep90cm high, seat 55cm highCondition ReportIn unused condition, very little wear to supports. Upholstery clean and intact, no fading or wear. In three parts - left chaise, right chaise and centre. Fixings underneath to attach the three pieces (see additional photos). Stamp and label underneath. Commissioned c.2020. Each end section measures - 134cm wide x 180cm deep x 79cm high. Middle section measures 105cm wide x 105cm deep x 79cm high.
A pair of Louis XV painted and parcel-gilt fauteuils,each with a moulded and floral carved frame, padded arms, upholstered back and seat in a needlework fabric, one stamped 'LEROUCE JME' to the seat rail,62cm wide60cm deep90cm high (2)Condition ReportWear to gilding on frames.The needlework fabic with faded worn and holed.Frames appear to have been re-blocked and are sound.
An oak lambing chair,18th century, with a panelled back set between curved wings, above a pair of shaped arms and a panelled box seat, raised on stile supports,66cm wide70cm deep116cm highCondition ReportGeneral knocks, surface wear, splits, losses and repairs commensurate with age and use. Some fading and discolouration. Repaired split to back panel. Strenghthening baton to back. A small amount of movement in joints, but generall solid and sturdy. The seat is split with areas of loss and damage, but is weight bearing and usable. Overall with age related damage and old repairs, but in usable condition.
An ash Windsor chair attributed to Gillows, c.1800, with hoop back and a moulded saddle seat constructed from sycamore or beech, raised on turned front supports united by a stretcher, with traces of green paint beneath, 55cm wide 50cm deep 93cm highLiterature: S Stuart, 'The Regional Furniture Society Journal', 2010, pp. 83-120.Condition ReportThe seat 42cm high. Old repairs to back of hoop and seat. Splits, knocks, losses, wear and repair throughout commensurate with age and use. A small amount of movement in arms and back, but joints solid overall. Appears in fair cosmetic and structural condition and is ready for use.
A kelim-upholstered stool in the manner of George Smith,of recent manufacture, the rectangular seat on turned supports,105cm wide34cm highCondition ReportOne or two small marks to the upholstery, with a small amount of fading and discolouration, however appears in fairly good order. Some small knocks and marks to supports. The hessian underside is loose and has come away from the frame in places, but could easily be re-fixed. Joints tight and sound. Overall appears in good cosmetic and structural condition and is ready for use.
A matched pair of high back oak side chairs,c.1890, in the Carolean manner, each covered in close-nailed floral-decorated tooled leather, with a pierced crown cresting above a vacant cartouche with turned uprights, the plain seat rail on turned and carved forelegs with scrolled feet, the slightly larger 47cm wide47cm deep130cm high (2)Condition ReportGeneral knocks, losses, wear and areas of repair throughout. Some wobble in joints. Wear and some tears to the leather, particularly to the seats. Overall would benefit from a small amount of cosmetic and structural attention.
A Gothic Revival wirework garden seat,late 19th century, French, the arched back with quatrefoil motifs,100cm wide65cm deep91cm highCondition ReportWear and losses to the paint. Some sections of oxidisation. Sturdy frame. Seat 44cm high. General oxidisation, wear and weathering commensurate with age and use.
A pair of 'Bridgewater' armchairs by Howard Chairs Ltd.,of recent manufacture, of 'his and hers' configuration, each upholstered in foliate-decorated Mulberry fabric, raised on tapering square supports terminating in brass castors, bearing paper label beneath and stamps to legs,larger 75cm wide90cm deep86cm high (2)Condition ReportThere are some marks, scratches and abrasions consistent with age and use, some to the extremities and edges of the legs. Some scratches to the brass castors.The upholstery has some subtle minor signs of use. The piping around the front edge of the seat cushions has rubbed with some tufts of threads visible. Generally in good condition including the bullion fringe. Overall in good cosmetic and structural condition with minor wear commensurate with use. Ready for use.
A pair of George III painted wooden side chairs,c.1800, each with an ebonised frame, the square back with a square panel painted with classical figures in the manner of Herculaneum or Pompeiian wall paintings, over a caned seat, turned supports and stretchers,46cm wide46cm deep82cm high (2)Condition ReportBoth with general knocks and cosmetic wear commensurate with age and use. Some rubbing, wear and loss to paint. One with damage to cane seat. Neither cane appears original. One rail with a bit of movement. Both joints gerally solid and sound, although don't appear to be suitable for long periods of bearing weight, and we would recommend that they be used more for decorative purposes.
An early Victorian mahogany bergère library chair,with scrolling arms, raised on turned tapering front supports terminating in brass caps and castors, with a loose buttoned-leather cushion,55cm wide65cm deep89cm highCondition ReportWear, fading and discolouration to frame. The loose cushion is a modern replacement. Some splits and separation to joints. Wear and foxing to cane. Seat sagging a little. Some looseness in joints of arms. Legs generally sturdy. Chips, knocks and losses to supports, particularly to the ring-turned details of the front left. Looseness, tarnish and discolouration to castors.
A pair of Regency ebonised and parcel-gilt armchairs,each curved top rail with a lyre splat to down-curved arms, a caned seat on splayed tapering front legs,52cm wide85cm high (2)Condition ReportWear to gilding on arms and lined border decoration.One chair with slight sagging to the cane seatBoth with squab cushions. They may have originally had similar decoration, however a great deal of the painting appears to be re-touched/ later. One seat replaced. General knocks and wear commensurate with age and use. Joints solid and sturdy overall and in usable condition. Please see photos.
A Regency simulated rosewood and parcel-gilt long stool,the drop-in seat to a frame decorated with red and gold lines on cabriole legs,100cm long41cm deep45cm highCondition ReportSome expected wear to the corners, edges and feet.Wear also to the corners of the fabric seat covering.The frame is solid with strong joints.
A set of ten giltwood and painted dining chairs, c.1780, Northern European, each pierced square back with scrolling foliate decoration, above a seat upholstered in striped silk, raised on tapering fluted square supports, 48cm wide48cm deep91cm high (10)Condition ReportGenerally cosmetically in a pleasantly distressed state, with unstable paint and gilt throughout. Many with movement in joints, which would benefit from some attention before being used. Dirt and marks to upholstery. Some repainting and touching up evident. Traces of woodworm damage. Knocks, losses and splits to supports. Overall with a fair amount of wear and cosmetic damage commensurate with age and use, and perhaps in need of a little structural attention if intended for regular use.
Eight faux bamboo side chairs,c.1900, French, each curved top rail above a caned seat, on supports united by stretchers,37cm wide37cm deep83cm high (8)Condition ReportAll joints seem fairly secure. Rattan intact, no holes but one or two loose strands. Knocks and scuffs to supports. A few cracks and splits. Old worm. Damage and repair to one cross rail. See additional photos.
2012 SEAT Ibiza 1.4 SE 'COPA' Estate. Registration number AO61 XKX. Petrol, 5-Speed Manual. Red with Charcoal cloth upholstery, Multi-Airbags, Roof-Rails, Alloy Wheels, Stereo with MP3, Air-Conditioning and Remote Locking Alarm (Two keys present). V5 shows two previous keepers. Current mileage 145,000. Full owner's book-pack wallet, including Service Booklet, which has x 12 entries. Last service receipt recorded at 142,779 miles (August 2022). The car is reported as being a pleasure to drive and has been kept in excellent order throughout. It will have a new MOT ahead of the auction To satisfy your knowledge of the vehicles condition please come down to our viewing days as follows: Saturday 3rd of December: 10am-2pm Monday 5th of December : 9am-5pm Tuesday 6th of December from 9am - Our buyers premium on all cars, motorbikes and scooters is 10% + VAT - We encourage any interested parties to inspect the vehicle on our viewing days and prior to sale on Tuesday 6th December 2022 to satisfy themselves on the car's condition, please check our buying terms and conditions for cars and bikes available online or via email - Transportation options may be available, please contact us for a quote - Please call 01483 223101 to speak to one of our auction specialists for further information.
A pair of Victorian papier mâché ebonised, polychrome, gilt decorated painted and mother-of-pearl inlaid chairsThe shaped and pierced backs each painted and inlaid with flowers amongst gilt foliage borders, above a caned seat on cabriole legs, 48cm wide x 55cm deep x 80cm high, (18 1/2in wide x 21 1/2in deep x 31in high) (2)This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: TPTP Lot will be moved to an offsite storage location (Cadogan Tate, Auction House Services, 241 Acton Lane, London NW10 7NP, UK) and will only be available for collection from this location at the date stated in the catalogue. Please note transfer and storage charges will apply to any lots not collected after 14 calendar days from the auction date.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
A Dutch mahogany open armchairLate 18th centuryThe cartouche back above shepherd's crook arms and a serpentine padded seat, on cabriole legs, 60cm wide x 52cm deep x 90cm high, (23 1/2in wide x 20in deep x 35in high)This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: TPTP Lot will be moved to an offsite storage location (Cadogan Tate, Auction House Services, 241 Acton Lane, London NW10 7NP, UK) and will only be available for collection from this location at the date stated in the catalogue. Please note transfer and storage charges will apply to any lots not collected after 14 calendar days from the auction date.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
A carved giltwood and gesso long-stoolIn the Louis XVI styleWith a caned seat on turned and fluted legs, 98cm wide x 39cm deep x 50cm high, (38 1/2in wide x 15in deep x 19 1/2in high)This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: TPTP Lot will be moved to an offsite storage location (Cadogan Tate, Auction House Services, 241 Acton Lane, London NW10 7NP, UK) and will only be available for collection from this location at the date stated in the catalogue. Please note transfer and storage charges will apply to any lots not collected after 14 calendar days from the auction date.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Two George III mahogany bedside commodesOne with arms on vase-shaped supports above a hinged seat on square tapering legs; the other with rectangular hinged top and downswept front supports on square section legs, the first: 59.5cm wide x 53.5cm deep x 82cm high, (23in wide x 21in deep x 32in high) the second: 55cm wide, 48.5cm deep, 75cm high, (2)Footnotes:Provenance: Berkshire Furnishings, Wiltshire.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: TPTP Lot will be moved to an offsite storage location (Cadogan Tate, Auction House Services, 241 Acton Lane, London NW10 7NP, UK) and will only be available for collection from this location at the date stated in the catalogue. Please note transfer and storage charges will apply to any lots not collected after 14 calendar days from the auction date.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
A large pale blue painted garden seatWith trellis designed back above a slatted seat and undulating frieze, 228cm wide x 58cm deep x 99cm high, (89 1/2in wide x 22 1/2in deep x 38 1/2in high)This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: TPTP Lot will be moved to an offsite storage location (Cadogan Tate, Auction House Services, 241 Acton Lane, London NW10 7NP, UK) and will only be available for collection from this location at the date stated in the catalogue. Please note transfer and storage charges will apply to any lots not collected after 14 calendar days from the auction date.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Two carved limestone Corinthian capitalsUsed as a garden seat, with a rectangular stone top, 168cm wide x 58cm deep x 50cm high, (66in wide x 22 1/2in deep x 19 1/2in high) (3)This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: TPTP Lot will be moved to an offsite storage location (Cadogan Tate, Auction House Services, 241 Acton Lane, London NW10 7NP, UK) and will only be available for collection from this location at the date stated in the catalogue. Please note transfer and storage charges will apply to any lots not collected after 14 calendar days from the auction date.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
A wrought iron green painted garden seat, together with two matching garden chairsWith entwined undulating backs above slatted seats and scrolled arms, 120cm wide x 74cm deep x 92cm high, (47in wide x 29in deep x 36in high) the chair: 61cm wide (3)This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: TPTP Lot will be moved to an offsite storage location (Cadogan Tate, Auction House Services, 241 Acton Lane, London NW10 7NP, UK) and will only be available for collection from this location at the date stated in the catalogue. Please note transfer and storage charges will apply to any lots not collected after 14 calendar days from the auction date.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
A Victorian mahogany convalescent/invalid metamorphic armchair, attributed to John Ward, the adjustable wing back with brass handle and turned ivory knop, with lockable hinged arms, on turned legs and base with pull-out ratcheted foot rest, on four pierced brass wheels, height 105cm. CITES number KSKVMSDPAdditional InformationThe upholstery is faded and worn. The wing back will release back but only with some encouragement, but will wind forward using the handle provided. the arms easily open on the side and the base opens and pulls out. The frame throughout with knocks, scuffs, wear and some sun fading. The frame underside the seat is stamped 2272. There is a section of wood under the seat beneath the back rest which is not original. Ivory handle with wear and scratches, a little tired but overall fair.
Three vintage 1950s umbrellas, two with cane handles, a riding crop with carved antler handle, two walking sticks and an early 20th century cane shooting stick (8).Additional InformationAll the umbrellas are in good working order as are the walking sticks with some signs of wear. The cane seat as damage to the centre of the cane and scruffs to the the three legs and handle.
KNIGHT WESTMARDEN; an 18th century oak cased longcase clock, the silvered dial set with both Arabic and Roman numerals, set in plain oak case with single panelled door on bracket feet, height 197cm.Additional InformationDial size 26x26cm. light wear to case, no weight or pendulum, lacking key, possible replacement seat board.
ROYAL DOULTON; an Artware garden seat, relief decorated with floral sprays, impressed marks to the underside, height 46cm.Additional InformationLight surface wear, scratches and scuffs, small hairline crack to the rim, minor glaze/rim chipping, numerous to the top rim, some of which have been repaired, large open firing crack to the underside of the rim and the body.
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