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RARE PAIR OF FRENCH CARTON MOULE 'SEASIDE' DOLLS CIRCA 1800 each with carved and painted papier maché features, in elaborate dress decorated with shell and mica, with a single and later glass dome (Each 33.5cm high) Qty: (2) Footnote: Provenance: The Earls of Crawford and Balcarres, Balcarres House, Fife, Scotland Note: During the early 1800s, the Emperor Napoleon reinstated the gabelle , a highly unpopular tax on salt which brought much poverty to the North-West regions of France, who were not granted exemptions. Salt workers here, or paludiers, were exploited for their goods, only to see them being sold for high mark-ups in other regions. Yet the picturesque scenes of coastal France continued to bring many wealthy visitors, prompting locals to make souvenirs from shells and other items foraged from their shorelines. These charming dolls, often referred to as Les Poupée du Paludier, were lavish in their decoration but reflected the traditional costume of the impoverished Breton paludiers. Their widespread appeal sparked a trend in 'shell art' and helped to sustain the livelihoods of coastal communities in France.

GROUP OF BLANC-DE-CHINE SALTS 19TH CENTURY each modelled as a putto holding a shell, on a naturalistic base, unmarked; four further salts, modelled as a putti with shells riding dolphins, stamped MINTON, tallest 17.5cm high; and two figures of putti, 18.5cm high (12.5cm high) Qty: (14) Footnote: Provenance: The Earls of Crawford and Balcarres, Balcarres House, Fife, Scotland

GROUP OF MINTON BLANC-DE-CHINE TABLE PIECES 19TH CENTURY to include four comports modelled as a pair of putti with a shell, on a naturalistic base; a centrepiece bowl modelled as two nerieds with a shell, 23.5cm high; and a further tazza, modelled as a pair of putti with shells, 20cm high; various impressed marks (Comports 25.5cm high) Qty: (6) Footnote: Provenance: The Earls of Crawford and Balcarres, Balcarres House, Fife, Scotland

A beaten copper log bin with hammered decoration of shells and swags, height 37cm, width of base 37cm, an oak footstool with padded top and lion mask handles and a beaten copper fender, length approx 117cm (3).

Collection of sea shells

A cased taxidermy display featuring two gulls on naturalistically formed base with shells, wall mounting cabinet width 88cm, depth 24cm & height 72cm.

A limed oak-framed folding firescreen, with an inset needlework panel decorated with fish and shells, W63cm

Oriental ceramic chess pieces, resin clam shells etc

ROYAL COPENHAGEN SEATED ROBIN, No 2266 to the base, a miniature Royal Doulton jug and four other novelty china pieces on the dish, a good parcel of mainly small shells in various sizes and MASONS IRONSTONE - a large octagonal chinoiserie patterned jug, 27cms diameter and a large circular floral Minton china fruit bowl, 25cms diameter

Late Cretaceous Period, 100-66 million years BP. A large Charonosaurus sp. hadrosaur egg on matrix retaining evidence of the original leathery surface. 2.7 kg, 15cm (6"). Property of an East Sussex gentleman; from his private collection formed between 1983 and 1990; formerly in a South East London collection formed in the 1970s. Dinosaur eggs are known from about 200 sites around the world, the majority in Asia and mostly in terrestrial (non-marine) rocks of Cretaceous Age. It may be that thick calcite eggshells evolved during the Cretaceous (145 to 65 million years ago"). Most dinosaur eggs have one of two forms of eggshell that are distinct from the shells of related modern animal groups, such as turtles or birds; however, some eggs closely resemble the type of shells seen in present day ostrich eggs. Fine condition, waxed and polished.

Late Cretaceous Period, 100-66 million years BP. A large Charonosaurus sp. hadrosaur egg on matrix retaining evidence of the original leathery surface. 3.7 kg, 16cm (6 1/4"). Property of an East Sussex gentleman; from his private collection formed between 1983 and 1990; formerly in a South East London collection formed in the 1970s. Dinosaur eggs are known from about 200 sites around the world, the majority in Asia and mostly in terrestrial (non-marine) rocks of Cretaceous Age. It may be that thick calcite eggshells evolved during the Cretaceous (145 to 65 million years ago"). Most dinosaur eggs have one of two forms of eggshell that are distinct from the shells of related modern animal groups, such as turtles or birds; however, some eggs closely resemble the type of shells seen in present day ostrich eggs. Fine condition, waxed and polished.

A George IV silver gilt heart shaped vinaigrette, by Robert Mitchell, embossed with shells and scrolls and hinged bale, Birmingham, 1823, 32mm.CONDITION: Some wear to the gilding on the raised parts of the decoration, otherwise in good order. Hallmarks clear.

Selection of coins inc Queen Elizabeth 80th birthday crown, Swarovski, silver handled bread knife, shells, Heuer ladies watch, costume jewellery etc

S.Warnock of Saintfield Northern Ireland, Mahogany Eight Day Longcase Clock, circa early 19th century, Having a 12 inch Painted Dial, With Subsidiary seconds dial and Date aperture, Decorated with panels of Ships and Shells, With two Lead weights and Pendulum, No keys, 217cm high

An Indian brass tray, 62 cm diameter, on a folding stand, and assorted shells

A QUANTITY OF SEA SHELLS, TABLE LINENS ETC.

Painted hardwood window seat of classical design, upholstered in cream patterned fabric, decorated with carved shells, tassels and linen folds, W175cm - Condition Report

POSSIBLE LIBELLULA DORIS (DRAGONFLY) FOSSIL, in a hinged case, with plaque inscribed '...Piedmont, Italy, 18 million years old', the fossil 5.5cm x 3cm, along with a cased display of 'Arctic Shells of the Glacial Period from Cartsdyke, a mounted piece of pyrite, and a Victorian medal awarded to Miss A. Brownlee at the Castlecraig show 1894 for 'Best Oatmeal Cakes' (4)

Taxidermy, a Victorian collection of exotic birds on branch, to include Hummingbirds, to a naturalistic base with shells, glass dome.No sales licence (Article 10) is required for the sale of this group. A proviso would be that if sold and shipped outside of the EU then a CITES Re-Export permit would be required.

A Newlyn copper Arts & Crafts Movement small spill vase, hand beaten with embossed fish and sea-shells amidst seaweed, stamped Newlyn to base

A Group of Three Black Forest Style Carved Wooden Bears, together with a similar rhino, a small collection of agate, panels and shells, and a Neoclassical style oil lamp

Dum Dum Dugan's (Neal McDonough) costume from Joe Johnston's superhero movie Captain America: The First Avenger. World War II-era army corporal Dugan and his fellow "Howling Commandos" served under the command of Captain America (Chris Evans) against agents of HYDRA.This costume consists of a brown and forest green tactical vest with metal clasps on the front; a moss green and dark brown striped wool sweater with a dark brown turtleneck and a "Howling Commandos" patch on one sleeve; a pair of multicolor brown, green, black and rust camouflage pants with built-in suspenders; a nylon green shotgun holster which can be affixed to the vest with a pair of Velcro straps; a green utility belt featuring 10 red resin shotgun shells and two resin grenades; a pair of gray wool socks; a pair of brown leather boots both marked "Dum Dum" in the interior; a green and metal-colored resin grenade with a separated pull pin; an earplug; and a brown wool bowler-style hat with a corporal patch affixed to the front. It is in excellent overall condition with minor signs of production wear throughout, including damage to the grenade and pull pin, some slight fraying on the sweater and several detached tags which are included separately.Estimate: $4,000 - 6,000

A Korean War M.C. group of three to Second Lieutenant D.J.Hollands, Duke of Wellington's Regiment,Military Cross, E.II.R., dated 1953; Korea 1950-53 (2/Lt.D.J.Hollands. D.W.R.); United Nations Medal for Korea. With corresponding miniatures. Together with a Purple heart and miniature; The Korean Veterans Association Medal, miniature and lapel pin in presentation case; A further Korean commemorative medal with miniature in box; National Service Medal with miniature. Certificate of Ambassador For Peace in presentation folder, dated 6th Novembet 1996 from Tae-wan Chang President of the Korean Veterans Association. Small official correction to 'nds' of surname, otherwise good very fine or better. (Lot)Footnotes:M.C. London Gazette 8.12.1953.2/Lieut Hollands has taken part in a number of very daring patrol actions. On more than one occasion he has ventured, with one man as escort, behind enemy lines, returning with vital information.He has also commanded several fighting patrols. Once, he found his patrol surrounded by an enemy ambush party which outnumbered him by about three to one. With great coolness and presence of mind 2/Lieut Hollands immediately manoeuvred his patrol into an advantageous position and acted with such speed that he was able to open fire before the enemy. A four minute small arms and grenade battle followed during which the enemy were pinned to the ground, after suffering casualties. Realizing that he was outnumbered, 2/Lieut Hollands gave orders for a withdrawal and so skillfully was this carried out that the patrol were able to return to their own lines without casualties. Throughout this action, and all other actions in which he has been involved, 2/Lieut Hollands displayed the highest qualities of bravery, persistence and leadership. ---------------------------------------------Second Lieutenant John Hollands he was educated at Blundell's School before commencing his National Service training at Catterick and Eaton Hall. He chose to join the Duke of Wellington's Regiment based at Halifax. Leaving for Korea via Southampton, he prepared for the front line on the 30th September 1952. His first taste of fire was on his seventh night on Yong Dong and he was part of a patrol to cover the ground of the right flank of the Hook. The Chinese attacked them and they were three-parts surrounded, alas it was found that they were attacking another patrol, known as a blue-on-blue incident. He suffered a further blue-on-blue when a tank mistakenly fired from Hill 163 onto his position rendering him unconscious, he recovered to rescue men from his patrol, however three were killed and four wounded. He was eventually sent to a MASH unit to recover. Whilst in hospital he received a visit from the new Eighth Army Commander General Maxwell-Taylor and he was mistakenly given a Purple Heart. The following day he was discharged and flown to Iwakuni in Japan, then on to Kure and then to the British Army Base Hospital. During his time recovering over a period of three weeks, he was to become a Board Member of Kure's fledgling Legal Department.After a further medical board he was assigned the role of Camp Adjutant serving under Camp Commandant Lt Colonel P.V.Gibson D.S.O. and bar, M.C. He was then given orders to return to Korea to rejoin the DWRs. He was to be sent to take over the Hook from the Black Watch on May 9th. On the 8th the platoon commanders were to do a recce of their new positions, this recce coincided with a Chinese attack. They were becoming completely overwhelmed but they were ordered under cover as the Artillery used VT shells (Air Burst) which destroyed everything below them.The following day the DWRs marched to the Hook in silence. On the 18th they captured a Chinese prisoner who had criticized Chairman Mao and he knew all about the forthcoming attack which was to be known as the Third Battle of the Hook. On the 22nd May the Chinese launched heavy artillery fire. This followed with several nights of vicious patrol clashes. This followed on the 28th with a final artillery softening up, this stopped just before dusk. All standing patrols had been cancelled and every man had withdrawn into his weapon pit. The Chinese began to attack in huge numbers but were met by huge amounts of small arms fire. This was to be just the first wave. The second assault came an hour later this time the numbers were even higher. The minefields had already been expended and the barbed wire had been reduced or destroyed so the ability to reach the British lines was far easier. They used several satchel charges and has caused havoc, at this time VT was called for. Some Chinese had reached the trenches and hand to hand fighting took place. Hollands took cover in the covered funk hole. At 5.30 the following morning they attempted to lift the cover off the escape hatch but it wouldn't budge. They were rescued by the Royal Engineers. The Chinese losses were considered to be between 3-4000. The DWRs were relived by the Royal Fusiliers and regrouped at battalion headquarters. He was subsequently recommended for a Military Cross.The armistice followed on the 27th July with a free exchange of prisoners-of-war. He returned to the UK on board H.M.S. Devonshire from Pusan.He wrote the novel The Dead, the Dying and the Damned, Heroes of the Hook and has also a further fourteen other books to his name.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A boxed Britains 9700 Royal Artillery Gun with six shells and an unboxed Britains horse drawn rake (2)

CAMEOS. Five unmounted carved cameo shells. Largest oval 3.5 x 2.5cm.  Note that all items in this auction are previously owned & are offered on behalf of private vendors. If detail on condition is required on any lot(s) PLEASE ASK FOR A CONDITION REPORT BEFORE BIDDING.

Good 9ct curb link charm bracelet with heart padlock clasp, hung with twenty four novelty charms, most stamped '375', to include Cupid, hinged Egyptian tomb with mummy, enamelled carousel, woodpecker, stirrup, Guinness bottle, mouse, hinged egg with bird, clam shells, longboat, etc, 60g

An antique timber shovel, a mortar in timber, a further primitive board and a pastry mould detailing fish and shells(4)

Pamela Blackmon (20th/21st century local artist) - A collection of reverse glass paintings, subjects to include shells, moonlit scene with cockerel, religious icon etc, all framed, 44.5 x 34cm approx max size (9)

A SELECTION OF COSTUME JEWELLERY, to include a box of brooches in various forms such as flowers, butterflies, ducks, leaves etc most set with imitation pearls, paste or enamel, a box of necklaces such as imitation pearls, white and yellow coloured chains, together with a box of bracelets such as white metal bangles, beads, shells etc

THREE BOXES OF CERAMICS, GLASS, TREEN ETC, AND LOOSE ITEMS, to include a damaged Plichta pig, a USSR striped kitten figure, test tubes in rack, a large plastic owl, a quantity of assorted plates, shells, pill boxes etc (three boxes and loose)

Shannon Stirnweis (Arizona, New York, New Hampshire Oregon, B. 1931) "Battle of Yorktown" Signed lower right. Original Oil on Illustration Board. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This artwork originally appeared on the Fleetwood First Day Cover for the U.S. 18c Battle of Yorktown stamp issued October 16, 1981. Early in 1781 prospects of an American triumph in the Revolution could scarcely have been more bleak. Then, certain defeat slowly turned to victory as General Washington and Brigadier General Rochambeau marched south from New York to meet their foe, Cornwallis. Battered by his Southern losses and depleted in force, Cornwallis had gradually moved north to Petersburg, Virginia. There, the mighty Lafayette forces had attacked with fury, pushing Cornwallis back to Yorktown. As Cornwallis fortified the city for battle, he kept constant watch up the Chesapeake Bay for British rescue. However, instead of the British, it was the French who forged up the bay. As the French under Admiral de Grasse stood watch over these waters, Washington and Rochambeau moved south for conflict. Finally, on October 9, Washington sounded the battle cry. Some 4,000 shells pelted the hapless British for the next several days. French bombardment and the allied land effort of 16,000 troops forced the British to their knees on October 19, 1781. Although few realized it then, the dramatic American victory at Yorktown proved to be the climactic moment of the Revolution, a spectacular success guaranteeing the independence of America. Image Size: 16.25 x 16.5 in. Overall Size: 19.75 x 19.75 in. Unframed. (B07368)

Jim Butcher (American, B. 1944) "American Victory At Yorktown" Signed lower right. Original Oil painting on Canvas. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This painting originally appeared on the Fleetwood First Day Cover for the U.S. 18c Yorktown & Lexington/Concord stamp issues of October 16, 1981. Early in 1781 prospects of an American triumph in the Revolution could scarcely have been more bleak. Then, certain defeat slowly turned to victory as General Washington and Brigadier General Comte de Rochambeau marched south from New York to meet their foe, Cornwallis. Battered by his Southern losses and depleted in force, Cornwallis gradually moved north to Petersburg, Virginia. There, the mighty Lafayette forces attacked with fury, pushing Cornwallis back to Yorktown. As Cornwallis fortified this city for battle, he kept constant watch up the Chesapeake Bay for British rescue. However, instead of the British, it was the French who forged up the bay. As the French under Admiral de Grasse stood watch over these waters, Washington and Rochambeau readied for conflict. Finally, on October 9, Washington sounded the battlecry. Some 4,000 shells pelted the hapless British daily. Meanwhile, the British in New York created a rescue fleet two-thirds the size of the French forces. On October 17, this mighty army set sail for Virginia, but its efforts came too late. French bombardment and the allied land effort of 16,000 troops forced the British to their knees on October 18, 1781. Image Size: 16 x 16.5 in. Overall Size: 20 x 20 in. Unframed. (B07281)

Don Balke (North Carolina, B. 1933) "Clark's Nutcracker" Signed lower right. Original Watercolor on Illustration Board. Provenance: Collection of James A. Helzer (1946-2008), Founder of Unicover Corporation. This artwork was originally published on the Fleetwood Commemorative Cover for the limited edition collection of The Songbirds of the Fifty States. Each cover was postmarked on the anniversary of statehood in the appropriate state capital. Named for one of the leaders of the Lewis and Clark expedition which crossed the continent in the early nineteenth century, the Clark's Nutcracker is a distinctively attired bird which shares many of the characteristics of the Crow. The gray bird walks sedately through his forest domain like a Crow and he has the build of a small Crow. Yet, the Nutcracker also clings to tree trunks, pecking for insects much like the Woodpecker does. A resident of the Rocky Mountains and the Sierras, the Clark's Nutcracker soars along the timberline, sometimes plunging headlong into deep canyons. Wings folded for a daring display, he plummets toward the canyon floor. Then, opening his wings at the last possible moment, he breaks his dive and again shoots skyward. Although his aerial performance is daring, the Nutcracker is perhaps best known for his powerful bill and unique song. This bill operates much like a crowbar to pry seeds from their shells. Often the Nutcracker will venture into a Colorado campsite to be handfed Sunflower seeds. High amid Colorado Pines, the Nutcracker's harsh call may grate on some ears, to others it has a musical quality like a child's tin trumpet. In any case, these lovely gray birds of the Colorado Rockies are well known wherever their guttural cries break the mountain stillness. Image Size: 8.5 x 8.75 in. Overall Size: 18 x 18 in. Unframed. (B07247)

A LARGE SPECIMEN MARBLE TOP, of circular form, the centre inlaid with still life depicting shells and coral, enclosed within radial panels of specimen marble, within geometric border, against a green ground. 137cm diameter

Gucci White Cotton Three Quarter Length Coat with gilt branded buttons, pockets, one breast pocket and belt; Pair of Marc Cain Cream Trousers with lycra, orange cotton to the inside of the hem split; Similar Pair by Theory (size 6); Annina Design Brown Suede Long Sleeve Jacket, with cotton trims, shield shape pocket, carved horn and wood appliques and buttons; Zandra Rhodes Cream Knitted Top, with off the shoulder sleeves, applique shells to the deep V (label partially cut), and a Zandra Rhodes cream cotton skirt (6)

A quantity of Cowrie shells, etc. (a lot)

A novelty letter rack in the form of brass clam shells mounted on an oak plinth.

Sundry shells, coral, shark's teeth, a sea urchin etc

A collection of old fossils and shells etc.,

A Victorian silver pin cushion by Horace Woodward & Co, London 1888, designed as five clam shells surrounding a lobed velvet cushion, 7cm wide For condition information please view this lot on our website HERE.Please note, we do not publish any condition reports on the-saleroom.com, all requested condition reports will be available to view on trevanionanddean.com

A George III bow front mahogany hanging corner cupboard, the upper frieze inlaid with two satinwood conch shells flanking inlaid acorns and oak leaves, above a pair of panelled doors inlaid with satinwood spandrels, enclosing a painted interior with three shelves, 109cm H x 79cm W x 49cm D

A framed display of cannon shells and a flare top, reputedly dug up at Tilty, Nov. 1995 from a carshed Mosquito (4th Feb 1944), with provenance, 28cm x 18cm

An Army Medical Store tin with six plated teaspoons, two cowri shells and African nuts

A pottery jug with blue painted eagle coat of arms, porcelain stamp box, two carved cowrie shells, cups and saucers etc Condition Report: Available upon request

A clip of x4 ( inert ) original 1954 post WWII Second World War Royal Navy 40mm ' BOFORS ' anti aircraft gun drill practice rounds. The shells of cast aluminium / metal construction with red painted details. Broad Arrow stamps to the pointed fuse tops. Marked to the bottom 40MM N2 Drill GHS 1954. Measure approx 45cm tall.

AN IMPORTANT GEORGE II SILVER MAZARINE, PAUL DE LAMERIE, LONDON 1745 Oval, pierced and engraved with shells and scrolls, the centre armorial and motto scroll, inscribed No.1 and scratch weight 27-9 to underside, 17½' wide, 27ozs 6dwts. The arms are those of Duncombe impaling Campbell, probably for Octavius Duncombe (1817-1879) and his wife Lady Caroline Campbell, who were married in 1842. Provenance, probably Christies, Myles Place, Salisbury 25th-26th October 1992 Lot 589. Thence the John Gough Collection. For a cup and cover, by de Lamerie, hearing the same arms see Christies, London, Centuries of Style, 10th June 2011, Lot 293. Condition Report: Marks struck to underside, all with some wear, the date letter partially obscured. Some splits between the tips of the shell design and its surround on left hand side. One further split in the same place on the shell at the other end. Some small bruises and undulation around the rim. The engraved arms are later.

RC Enthusiasts Interest, to include, Tamiya QD Quickdrive Chassis Suspension Wheels Porsch 911, Suburu, Dodge Viper plastic body shells, spares or repair.

A GEORGE VI SILVER ENTREE DISH, IN GEORGE III STYLE, by Ernest Lloyd Lawrence, London 1938, rectangular, the cover with detachable double scroll handle, the cover and base with gadrooned edge interspersed by shells, hallmarked to handle, cover and base. 29cm long, 23cm wide, 69 troy ounces

A WILLIAM IV SILVER COASTER, by John Settle & Henry Wilkinson, Sheffield 1830, circular, the rim cast with C-scrolls and shells, the body chased with shells, scrolling acanthus and flowerheads, turned wood centre with crested boss. 15cm diameter

A FABERGE SILVER MIRROR PLATEAU, Moscow 1899-1908, of shaped oblong form with silver rim moulded with scrolls, rocaille and shells, marked Fabergé in Cyrillic with Imperial warrant, scratched inventory number 15713, 84 standard. 74cm long, 47cm wideProvenanceAnonymous Sale; Christie's, Geneva, 25-26 May 1993, lot 456.Anonymous Sale; Sotheby's, London, 1 December 2004, lot 410.

PAIR OF LOUIS XV STYLE MAHOGANY STOOLS 19th century, with serpentine sides, the aprons intricately carved with shells, on cabriole legs with shell mounts, upholstered seats

A pair of Victorian silver napkin rings, cast with shells, scrolls, etc., in neo classical design, London 1852, by Johnson, Walker & Tolhurst, 2¼oz.

An Elizabeth II silver dish, of oval form, with a floral border broken by scrolls, shells and flowers, plain centre, Sheffield 1997, 15cm wide, 1½oz.

A large quantity of shells, various types, sizes (3 boxes).

Military Interest. Two Large Shells to form stick stands or Industrial wall scones with pierced bases. Height 16.5 inches. Together with a pair of MIlitary WW2 Leather Leg Guards.

A Hornby O gauge model railway diesel locomotive, D5209 in British Rail green, a Lima diesel locomotive D6506, a Hornby class 43 Maiden Voyager in red Virgin livery with two passenger carriages, a boxed Southern Terrier Locomotive, no.11 and another locomotive, King George V and two body shells for a class 33 and a class 25 locomotives,

AUSTRALIA - SYDNEY OPERA HOUSECollection of architectural and construction documents for Sydney Opera House, issued during 'Stage III' of the works to contractors by the newly-appointed architects Hall, Todd & Littlemore, comprising: blueprints marked up in blue and red with acoustic and fire walls, mostly detailed plans but 2 elevations, in all 13 sheets (each approximately 310 x 500mm.); another similar set, 14 sheets; 16 plans showing 'division of areas'; 2 large blueprint 'Longitudinal Sections' of the main hall of the Opera House, showing the boxes and theatre but also lightbridges, movable orchestra platform, other backstage areas, and with 'Technical data of flying equipment' (750 x 1350mm.); 2 binders of 'Standard Detail Drawings', showing details of floor and wall construction, intersection of different materials, etc. (210 x 330mmm.); all worn with some tears and fraying, c.1970-71Footnotes:Sydney Opera House was built in three stages: stage I (1959–1963) consisted of building the upper podium; stage II (1963–1967) the construction of the outer shells; and stage III (1967–1973) the interior design and construction. The original architect, Jørn Utzon, resigned from the project as stage II was coming to completion; Hall, Todd & Littlemore, who were appointed to replace him, made significant changes to his design. The project was completed ten years late and 1,357% over budget in real terms.Provenance: An employee of Hornibrook Group, one of the companies involved in construction and maintenance of the Opera House; private collection.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

MANUSCRIPT RECIPE BOOK - LONDONHousehold recipe book, 'Receipts In Cookery', titled in ink on front cover with ownership inscription beneath, 'Sampson/ Lycett/ Citizen and/Leather Seller/ of London' and the date '5th December/ 1738', comprising over 500 cookery, cosmetic and medicinal receipts such as 'Good Gravy', 'Vermechelly Soop', 'Hodge Podge', 'Ox Tongues & Udders' ('Roast the udders first'), 'Polognia Sausages', 'Larks in Shells', 'Plovers Capucine', 'Lobster Loaves', 'Eels Spitchcock'd', ' 'Cardoons with Cheese', 'A Bean Tansy', 'Fry'd Sellerye', 'Sparrow Pye', 'Curlews Potted', 'a Lear for Pasties', 'A Baked Bread Pudding', 'To Pickle Broom Buds', 'Barbadoes Water', 'Dr. Butlers Cordial Water', 'Dr. Stephen's Water', 'Queen of Hungary Water', 'English Wines and other Potables' including 'Cock Ale' and 'Dr Butler's Purging ale', 'Mum' ('as it is Recorded in the Town House of Brunswick'), 'To Make the Face Fair', 'A Pomander', 'To Make Hair Thick', 'To Clear the Face after the Small Pox', 'For a Consumption if not too Far Gone', 'For Deafness and Noise in the Head', 'For a Stroke or Contusion on the Eye', 'An Excellent Ointment for the Gout', 'For Hysterical Fits', 'For Stinking Feet', 'For the King's Evil', 'To Cure ye Biting of a Mad Dog', and many others, 174 numbered pages (misnumbered from p.150), c.300 x 195mm., original vellum wrappers taken from an indenture, worn and stained, fragile pages frayed, with tears, browning and stains, remains of stitching, in a modern marbled quarter calf solander box, 5 December 1738Footnotes:'THERE ARE SOME LITERAL MISTAKES WHICH YOU ARE DESIRED TO CORRECT AS THEY OCCUR TO YOU': An eighteenth century leather seller compiles useful household recipes for his family. Rather than being added to by various female members of a family over several years, or even generations, as is often the case with recipe books, this collection appears to have been put together at one time from several sources by a male compiler. The book ends with a postscript, presumably from the owner Sampson Lycett: 'Finis/ I wrote this at my Leisure hours and if it is of any service to the Family, it will answer my Designe and think my time well bestow'd, the half of the paper is bad, and so Rotten I could scarse write, but if any of the Receipts are of any value... There are some Literal Mistakes which you are desired to Correct as they Occur to you'. The tall format, the use of poor paper and the fact that mistakes were left uncorrected suggests that it may not have been the most practical of recipe books. The name Sampson Lycett 'late of Basinghall Street, Dealer' appears just four years later in the Gentleman's and London Magazine of 1742 as a declared bankrupt.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: •• Zero rated for VAT, no VAT will be added to the Hammer Price or the Buyer's Premium.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A WEST AFRICAN KISSI POWER FIGURE, carved wood with a coiffure, ribbed neck and decorated with cloth and cowrie shells, 57cm high

A KUBA MASK, carved wood decorated elaborately with blue, green and white beads also with cowrie shells, together with a leather whip (2)