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Click here to subscribeFIORIERA IN ARGENTO Francia, XX secolo Ovale, sagomata, sbalzata e cesellata con riserve rocaille con fiori e conchiglie, parzialmente traforata. Con camicia interna in metallo. 1460 g 14,5 x 52,5 x 25,5 cm - Silver flower bowl France, 20th Century Oval, shaped , embossed and chiseled with rocaille reserves with flowers and shells. With metal inner case. 1460 g 5.7 x 20.7 x 10 in. TAGS: - Argenti - Silvers
An early 20th Century Chamberlain & Co Worcester rectangular shaped tray decorated to the centre with a spray of hand painted flowers with a gilt seaweed border, the edge with moulded shells and corals, painted Chamberlain & Co Worcester, 155 New Bond Street and No.1 Coventry Street mark, length 33.5cm, S/D.
Four Victorian Valentines day cards, the first decorated with applied scraps and flowers against a lace ground with My Ever Dearest Valentine and Remember Me, the second with a paper bird perched on layered flowers with small shells and gold sprigs Dear One Forget me not, the third with a robin holding a letter in its beak against an embossed ground 'A message by the morning post' and the last with three cherubs playing in an Italianate garden against an embossed ground. (4)
An interesting George III silver triple-cased small verge pocket watchEdward East, London, second half of the 18th centuryThe gilt full plate single fusee verge movement with four square section baluster pillars pinned through the backplate, scroll-pierced stop-iron block and sprung three-arm steel balance with Tompion type regulation, the backplate with asymmetric foliate scroll pierced and engraved balance cock with geometric bordered rim and leafy trail engraved matted foot flanked by silvered regulation disc within conforming engraved infill opposing signature Edw. East, LONDON and serial number 3966, the pillar-plate fitted with circular silver champleve dial with relief-chased ribbon banners engraved EAST, LONDON to the finely matted centre, within Roman numeral chapter ring with Arabic cartouche five minute numerals to outer track, with blued steel beetle and poker hands and in plain silver inner case with suspension post and ring at twelve o'clock, the second case with fine moulded detail to the bezel edge and outer rim, the outer case matching but with brass shells and overlaid with pinned morocco leather, inner case with indistinct date marks possibly for London 1776 and makers mark R.P for Richard Palmer I, the dial 33mm diameter; the inner case 38mm diameter; the outer case 53mm (2.125ins) diameter. The current lot would appear to almost certainly have been made by the maker of this name who is recorded in Baillie, G.H. Watchmakers & Clockmakers of the World as apprenticed in 1736 and gaining his freedom of the Clockmakers' Company in 1743. It is not known whether this Edward East was directly descended from his esteemed 'Golden Age' namesake (who died in 1696), however Loomes notes (in The Early Clockmakers of Britain 1286-1700) that a son of the same name perhaps followed in his footsteps in becoming a clockmaker, and was the father to Edmund East who is recorded by Baillie as working from 1696.Notwithstanding the uncertainties regarding the exact origins of the maker of the current lot it is an interesting example. The maker's mark of the case (which appears original to the movement and dial) is still fairly clear and confirms that it was made by Richard Palmer I who was apparently registered this stamp in 1769. The movement also has some details which would confirm a date of around this time, most notable the matting to the balance cock foot and the geometric border around the rim of the cock itself. However there are many of the features which are particularly archaic for a watch of this date, in particular the champlevé dial, which by this time was very rarely used in favour of white enamel dials, the style of the engraved signature to the backplate also perhaps appears a little old-fashioned. With these observations in mind it may perhaps be appropriate to speculate that the maker of the current lot perhaps sought to capture the feel of examples emulating from his earlier esteemed namesake in order to set his work aside from his competitors.
Chinese cloisonne vase of baluster form, the black ground with polychrome floral decoration, some damages, lacking base, 15cm high; a Middle Eastern copper rosewater sprinkler of onion form, decorated in the European manner with scallop shells and foliate swags, traces of gilding, 18.5cm high; a small Chinese hardstone carving of a lotus pad with frog, flower bud and root to rim, 7.5cm wide on small carved wooden stand and a soapstone figure of a lady with fan, damages and repairs, 20.5cm high. (4).
A fine exhibition and award winning model of a First World War Railway Gun, built by Mr D Swan of West Lothian, Scotland between 2006 and 2010. The 9.2 inch bore gun mounted on a 3 1/2 inch gauge railway carriage with fine detailed rivet-work, stabilising arms with adjustable ground supports, gun with surrounding gallery railings, shells, ram rod and direction control wheels. The model finished in polished steel bright-work with brass bearings and mounts. Overall length 117cm. Width 28cm.* This model was awarded the Best Exhibit in the Harrogate Model Engineering Exhibition 2010.Condition Report: The barrel is not drilled right through due to regulations. It is bored at each end. Solid in the middle and not rifled. All adjustments function work. It weighs approximately 40 Kg. Condition Report Disclaimer
AN UNUSUAL STUMPWORK AND SILK PICTURE 17TH CENTURY ELEMENTS AND LATER depicting King Charles II fishing in a boat on a river, with Queen Catherine of Braganza on the river bank, accompanied by a stag, a cat and with a parrot in a tree, worked with various materials, including mica water, shells, seed pearls, embroidered needlework and lace, in an 18th century gilt and ebonised glazed frame 23.2 x 32.2cm Provenance The Estate of the late Jane Sumner.
A LARGE GILTWOOD WALL MIRROR IN GEORGE II STYLE 19TH CENTURY the later rectangular plate within a moulded slip, within a Kentian frame decorated with scrolls, leaves, rosettes and shells, on a sanded ground, with applied scroll and tassle garlands and a swan neck pediment centred with a cone finial 170 x 89cm
A DUTCH MAHOGANY AND MARQUETRY ARMOIRE LATE 18TH / EARLY 19TH CENTURY inlaid with barber's pole stringing, with ribbon tied baskets of fruit and oval panels of flowers, the shaped cornice centred with a Rococo cartouche of shells and scrolls, above a pair of shaped panelled doors, with applied portrait rondels and urns, enclosing three shelves and five drawers, the bombe base with three long drawers, the sides inlaid with fan paterae, on carved claw and ball front feet 232.5cm high, 180cm wide, 69cm deep
λ THREE JAPANESE IVORY NETSUKE MEIJI PERIOD, 19TH CENTURY one a ryusa carved as a lantern with three landscapes to the sides and topped with a chrysanthemum mon; the second depicting a cluster of gingko nuts with miniature landscapes in the shells, signed 'Gyokuhosai' and with a paper collection label numbered '108', the third in marine ivory and modelled as three stylised sarubobo monkey dolls (3) 4.6cm (max) Provenance Formerly the collection of Sir Sydney Richard Wells, 1st Baronet, D.L., M.P. for Bedford (1879-1957) of Felmersham Grange, Bedfordshire, and thence by descent.
λ A JAPANESE IVORY OKIMONO FIGURE OF A FISHERMAN MEIJI 1868-1912 finely carved and detailed, he holds two fish in his left hand and carries a wicker creel full of shells on his back, standing on a naturalistic base, the underside with a gilt square seal mark, signed 'Shizukalsei' 19.5cm high
A RARE EARLY GEORGE II IRISH HELMET CREAM JUG on a knopped circular pedestal foot, with a leaf-decorated scroll handle and chased vignettes of foliage and shells around the body & rim, gilt interior, scratchweight underneath of "11-11", maker's mark only, by John Hamilton of Dublin c.1730; 6.7" (16.8 cms) high; 11.3 oz
A GEORGE I / II PUNCH LADLE with an egg-shaped bowl and a shaped rim, chased with three stylised shells, initialled "ES", leopard's head and maker;s mark only (struck three times), probably by Thomas Sutton, London 1725-30 with later replacement handle, together with a 19th century sugar sifter ladle, maker's mark "HL" (twice) and the date "1821", probably Danish; the latter 7" (17.8 cms) long; 1.8 oz weighable silver (2)
A GEORGE III SCOTTISH PROVINCIAL NAVETTE-SHAPED WINE LABEL incised "WHITE" by Edward Livingstone of Dundee (EL, EL), c.1790, together with a narrow oblong "RUM" label by William Ritchie of Perth (WR, WR), c.1790 and a "PORT" label with a stamped border of gadrooning & shells by Peter Aitken of Glasgow, c.1835 (maker's mark only); the latter 2" (5 cms) long; 0.8 oz (3)
A GEORGE III SCOTTISH WINE LABEL with a serpentine top edge, incised & filled "BRANDY", by Mitchell & Russell of Glasgow 1810-20 (maker's mark only), a "stamped" "RUM" label with a border gadrooning & shells by J. McKay, Edinburgh 1818 and a navette-shaped label with pierced & engraved borders, incised "SHERRY" by W & P Cunningham, Edinburgh c.1800 (WPC, thistle, duty mark); the latter 2" (5 cms) long; 0.8 oz (3)
A George II pewter eight lobed wavy-edged oval dish, circa 1755The rim with multiple reeded and floral engraved edge, with cast shells at the cusps, and an engraved crest of a stag, the rear of the plate extensively used for practicing mug engraving, and with touch of James Tisoe II, London (fl.1733-1771), (PS36), length 39.4cm (15½in), width 30.3cm (11⅞in)For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
A George II/George III brass alloy socket candlestick, circa 1750-70Possibly by Robert Bush Sr. (fl. 1755-1807) of BristolThe stem fitted with a twist ejector, and with a nozzle of six lobes, the base of 'shell' form, height 23cm (9 1/16in), together with a George II/George III socket candlestick, circa 1760-70, made of metal with a high copper content, and with a lobed base cast with six shells, height 23.5cm (9¼in), and a George II/George III brass alloy socket candlestick, circa 1750-70, with swirl base, height 24.5cm (9⅝in), (3)Footnotes:LiteratureSee E. Koldeweij, The English Candlestick 1425-1925 (2001), Cat. 117 for a pair of twist ejector candlesticks stamped with the maker's name 'R. Bush' which are very similar to the first candlestick in this lot.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
12 EARLY SALE CATALOGUES BOUND IN ONE VOLUME: 1- Mr. Christie: May 21, 1819, 2- Stevens, Mr. J C: Feb 17, 1836, Fossil remains of “Mastodon & Mammoth, Ohio”; 3- Stevens, J C & S: June 8, 1840, “Shell collection”; 4- Wentworth, J: Nov. 29/30 1843; 5- Austin (Bristol): April 15, 1845, Fossils..; 6- Deck & Newson: Nov 19, 1844, “Books”; 7- George Folds (Dublin): 1841, 82pp; 8- Stevens: April 23, 1840, “Anatomical & Pathological Museum & Medical Library”; 9- Stevens: Dec. 15, 1843, bird skins from Alexandria, Bogota, etc.; 10- Stevens: July 18, 1836; 11- Christie & Masons: March 5, 1845; Coins & Medals; 12- Deck, Mr: June 22, 1836; Shells, Fossils & Minerals.
Chuck Ripper (American, B. 1929) "Brown Pelican" Signed lower right. Original Gouache/Watercolor painting board. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting is the original painting which was published on the Fleetwood First Day Cover for the U.S. 20c Brown Pelican stamp issued October 2, 1996. The Brown Pelican is a large coastal bird that weighs eight pounds and has a seven-foot wingspan. During the breeding season, this waterfowl is characterized by a large gray bill, featherless black throat patch, white head, gray-brown body, and cinnamon-brown hindneck and nape. A colony nester, this bird often lays three eggs in a nest of dead vegetation or directly on the ground. When feeding, the young pelican practically crawls into its parent's beak to eat the partially digested food its parent produces. With its large beak, short tail and waddling walk, the Brown Pelican appears awkward and clumsy on land. When airborne, however, this bird is a graceful flier. The pelican launches into flight with several rapid wingbeats. Once aloft, it glides occasionally, flapping its wings to maintain altitude. Brown Pelicans often fly quite close to the water's surface while hunting for fish, but even 20 to 50 feet above the water a pelican can easily spot its prey. Although graceful in the air, the Brown Pelican appears to make a crash landing as it swoops down to catch a fish. This impressive bird will emerge from the water with a fish held crosswise in its beak, then effortlessly flip the prey into its pouch. Over the past few decades Brown Pelican populations have drastically declined. This is due to pesticide use that has contaminated rivers and coastal waters. The Brown Pelican absorbs the chemical through food that causes thinning of its egg shells, decreasing successful reproduction rates. Image Size: 14.5 x 12.5 in. Overall Size: 17.75 x 15 in. Unframed. (B15509)
1963 Ford Lotus Cortina Mk. I Transmission: manualMileage:31684In 1961, Colin Chapman was commissioned by Harry Mundy to design a twin-cam version of the Ford Kent engine and its first appearance was at the Nürburgring in a Lotus 23 driven by Jim Clark. Soon after, the engine appeared in the Lotus Elan. During the engine's development, Walter Hayes at Ford asked Colin Chapman to fit the twin-cam into 1,000 Ford saloons for Group 2 racing homologation. Chapman accepted the contract and the type 28, or Lotus Cortina as it became known, was born. Whilst Ford supplied the two-door body shells and took care of the marketing, Lotus engineered the mechanical and cosmetic changes which included the 1558cc engine along with the Elan's close-ratio gearbox, front quarter bumpers and Lotus badges. They also made changes to the interior with a new centre console to accommodate the revised gear lever position, different seats and a later styled dashboard that incorporated a tachometer, odometer, oil pressure, water temperature and fuel gauges. A wood rimmed steering wheel was the finishing touch.This magnificent Lotus Cortina was first registered on 17th June 1963 and was originally manufactured in the Lotus colours of white with a green stripe. Having been restored to a superb standard, the body colour was changed to the Alan Mann racing colours of red with a gold stripe in September 2001. With excellent door gaps and panels that are extremely straight with no rippling the quality of the restoration of this Ford is clear to see. The twin cam Lotus engine runs well with good oil pressure and the gear changes smooth. We are advised on the open road this Lotus Cortina drives well and creates a host of admiring glances. Supplied with a V5C registration document, a full years MoT test certificate and a huge history file together with a number of spare parts. Alongside the detailed ownership history, this is a very desirable and well-maintained example and is a great opportunity to own one of these highly sought-after and collectable classics. Interested parties should satisfy themselves as to the description and condition of each lot prior to the sale. Accordingly, buyers are on notice that each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ subject to the Terms and Conditions for the auction. Buyers are advised to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out this service. Historics will not entertain disputes over descriptions.
1976 Jaguar Series II Coupé (5.3 litre) Transmission: automaticMileage:93136A 9,378 car production run of two-door XJ coupés with a pillarless hardtop body called the XJ-C was built between 1975 and 1978. The car was originally shown at the London Motor Show in October 1973, but it subsequently became clear that it was not ready for production, and the economic troubles unfolding in the western world at that time seemed to have reduced any sense of urgency about producing and selling the cars. After reports of problems with window sealing delaying production, XJ coupés finally started to emerge from Jaguar showrooms some two years later. The coupé was based on the short-wheelbase version of the XJ. The doors were made out of a lengthened standard XJ front door (the weld seams are clearly visible under the interior panels where two front door shells were grafted together with a single outer skin). Both six and twelve-cylinder models were offered; 6505 of the former and 1873 of the latter were made. The delayed introduction, the labour-intensive work required by the modified saloon body, the higher price than the four-door car, and the early demise prompted by the new XJ-S, all ensured a small production run making these coupés quite rare today.This lovely example was first registered on 11th November 1976 and is presented in gleaming red coachwork with cream leather trim and complementary red piping. This rare car having formed part of a large collection, has been both maintained well but also stored correctly since restoration. Offered with a UK V5C registration document and MoT test certificate until 2022 this is an example in lovely condition and viewing is highly recommended. Interested parties should satisfy themselves as to the description and condition of each lot prior to the sale. Accordingly, buyers are on notice that each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ subject to the Terms and Conditions for the auction. Buyers are advised to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out this service. Historics will not entertain disputes over descriptions.
Große Mutter/Kind Skulptur, weiblicher Halbakt, mit einem Kind vor dem Bauch, eckiger Kopf mit aufgerissenem Mund und großen Ohren, in den Augen Kaurimuscheln, längere borstige Haare, Lendenschurz und weitere Bekleidungselemente am Körper, Echsenrelief am linken und rechten Oberschenkel, Arme eingehängt, Holz, Ozeanien, H 230cm*Die Figur kann in zwei Teile zerlegt werden und die Arme können abgenommen werden.Large mother/child sculpture female semi-nude, with a child in front of the belly, angular head with open mouth and large ears, cowrie shells in the eyes, longer bristly hair, loincloth and other clothing elements on the body, lizard relief on the left and right thigh, arms hooked, wood, Oceania, h 230cm, the figure can be disassembled into two parts and the arms can be removed.
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