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A Pair of Late Victorian Silver Butter Shells, a George VI Silver Circular Dish, and mixed silverware, the butter shells by Joseph Rodgers & Sons, Sheffield 1899, on three ball feet (one missing), 4.5ins x 3.5ins, the circular pedestal dish by Viner's Ltd, Sheffield 1937, of lobed outline and with pierced borders, 6ins diameter x 2.5ins high, a silver four-division toast rack, a selection of silver ashtrays, and sundry silverware, combined weighable silver 40ozs

Collection of sea shells, fossils, geological samples, with a selection of books relating to rocks, minerals and sea shells (4 boxes)

Two Dewhurts Sylko Three Shells haberdashery drawers with contents

A Lot of two WW1 brass shells with engraved flower designs together with a brass shell fuse. [23cm height]

A lot of three vintage shells which includes Paua shell. Together with various brass bird figures and letter openers

Giant clam (Tridacna Gigas) shell, 66.5cm wide, collection of sea shells (qty)

A JAPANESE MEIJI PERIOD CARVED WOOD NETSUKE, in the form of a nautilus shell, with two clam shells resting upon it, 4.5cm x 4cm, character marks to base

Britains original Royal Artillery Gun with shells. Generally Good in Good Box.

Top Slot Miniature slot car racing kit of Austin Healey. Plus Resilient Resins Body Shells. Note: We are happy to provide additional images of any lot. Please email us or contact us via the link on the item page to request additional images.

A box containing a large quantity of cotton reels, silks, crafting materials, shells etc

Conchology - A collection of sea shells, starfish and similar.

Three oriental Mother of Pearl shells on carved hardwood stands

ǂAN EXCEPTIONAL PAIR OF 120 BORE FLINTLOCK BOX-LOCK POCKET PISTOLS WITH SILVER BARRELS, ACTIONS AND MOUNTS, SIGNED MORTIMER, LONDON, TOWER PRIVATE PROOF MARKS, BIRMINGHAM SILVER HALLMARKS FOR 1774, MARK OF CHARLES FREETH with turn-off cannon barrels formed in two stages divided by raised mouldings, engraved with a band of foliage at the breeches and one numbered ~1~ beneath, engraved actions decorated with border ornament, signed ~Mortimer~ on a scroll carried by a ground of rococo scrolls on the left and inscribed ~London~ on a scroll carried by trophies-of-arms and rococo designs on the right, fitted with border-engraved iron steels and ring-neck cocks, engraved tangs decorated with rococo flowers, highly figured rounded walnut butts profusely inlaid with silver wire and engraved silver plaques forming a design of scrolling tendrils, flowers and rococo shells within a wrigglework frame enriched with minute silver pellets (small pieces of wire lifting), silver mounts comprising, sliding trigger-guard safety-catches with moulded borders and each engraved with a diamond-shaped panel on the bow, vacant silver escutcheons, and grotesque mask butt-caps with engraved borders 3.5 cm; 1 3/8 in barrels (2) Provenance Clay P. Bedford Collection (inv. no. 1512), one pistol Christie~s, London, 18th July 2002, lot 339, one pistol Bonhams, London, 30th November 2011, lot 391, the pair The Estate of Howard Lee Munson (1940-2019) Exhibited Early Firearms of Great Britain and Ireland from the Collection of Clay P. Bedford, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, 1971, cat. no. 197 Literature Clay P. Bedford and Stephen V. Grancsay, Early Firearms of Great Britain and Ireland from the Collection of Clay P. Bedford, exhibition catalogue, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, 1971, pp. 174 and 177 H. Lee Munson, The Mortimer Gunmakers 1753-1923, 1992, pp. 151-152, pl. 234. This pair of pistols are probably unique and, as Munson states, among the earliest known examples of H.W. Mortimer~s work.

A GERMAN HUNTING SWORD, MID-18TH CENTURY with curved blade double-edged towards the point, etched over three-quarters of its length with foliage within a broad shallow fuller on each face (lightly cleaned with chemicals), gilt-brass hilt cast in low relief, comprising a pair of quillons with scrollwork terminals, pierced outer ring-guard decorated en rocaille with scrolls and shells, solid grip formed as a stag~s limb rising to a hoof-shaped pommel, decorated at the top and bottom with rococo scrolls and shell ornament en suite with the guard, in its leather-covered wooden scabbard with matching brass mounts, complete with its accompanying knife and fork each en suite with the hilt 55.5 cm; 21 7/8 in blade

A pair of French giltwood bergeres armchairs in Louis XV style, each with a padded back and seat, the moulded frame carved with shells and foliage, 108cm high, 71cm wide, 76cm deepCondition Report: Marks, knocks, scratches, abrasions consistent with age and use, These have recently been re upholstered and this is in a condition that reflects the lack of significant age and only light use in a domestic settingThe frames have refreshing to the gilt and are very solid and stable overall, dreweatts cannot guarentee the originality of the frames beneath the later upholstery, there has almost certainly been restoration probably during this reupholstery Additional measurements:The height from the floor to the top of the seat cushion is approximately 50cmPlease refer to additional images for visual reference to condition Condition Report Disclaimer

An electro-plated rectangular tray, unmarked, circa 1890, the lifts with vacant cartouches, the cast pierced border of shells and scroll foliage, engraved with a band of patera flanked by arcading, on four bun feet, 52cm (20.5in) longCondition Report: Stands wellEngraving is crispBorder is goodLight scratches and wear commensurate with age and use Condition Report Disclaimer

A late Victorian silver large rectangular dressing table tray by William Hutton & Sons, London 1893, with a shaped reserve, shells, flowers and C-scrolls, on a matted ground, 46cm (18in) long, 1727g (55.5 oz)Condition Report: Marks are clearDecoration is goodLight scratches and wear commensurate with age and useCondition Report Disclaimer

A gilt bronze hall lantern in Renaissance Revival taste, later 19th century, the ovoid frame cast with lambrequins, helmeted soldiers and an openwork gallery with shells and scrolls, inset with bowed frosted glass panes, approximately 150cm high overallCondition Report: The lantern bears the usual minor marks, knocks, scuffs and scratches overall consistent with age and use. One of the soldiers' swords has broken off and is missing.The lot also has a terminal, not pictured, which is currently detached.The frosted glass panes are held in place with some more recent fitments to the interior, and are possibly associated.Aside from some rubbing to exposed extremities, and one bright verdigris area of oxidisation to the interior (circa 1x2cm) the gilding is relatively even though there is light coloured residue in the recesses, dust or possibly polish. The lot would benefit from a gentle clean.Condition Report Disclaimer

An Irish silver twin handled shaped oblong tray by Royal Irish Silver Co., Dublin 1969, import marked for Sheffield 1969, sponsor's mark of Sheffield Assay Office, with a raised moulded rim, plain shaped loop handles, engraved with shells, trellis filled arcading and scroll pendants, , on four scroll feet, 62.5cm (24 1/4in) long, 2852g (91.7 oz)

A suite of five Victorian silver shaped circular dessert baskets by Robert Harper, London 1882, the shaped beaded rims with shells at intervals, pierced with a roundel band above trellis with husk swags, C-scroll lower rims and on short baton feet, engraved with a crest and a motto, two 22.5cm (9in) diameter, three 15cm (6in) diameter, 2395g (77 oz) The crest and motto for LABOUCHERE.Condition Report: One of the larger desert baskets has a couple of knocks to the underside of base, which comes through as two bumps to the other side of the panel facing up. The larger baskets in particular have some scratches to the polished base panels commensurate with age and use, but no noticeable major repairs or damage. Condition Report Disclaimer

A Belgian silver twin handled rectangular tray by Delheid Frères, Brussels, 1868-1942 .800 standard, model 686, in Louis XV style, the scroll handles with rocaille work, the shaped rim with further rocaille work, shells and flowers, 57.5cm (22 3/4in) long, 2201g (70.75 oz) See ten Bokum, Anne-Marie 'Delheid 1828-1980: van Michel tot Climax'. Antwerp 2010, p. 67 for an illustration of a page from a catalogue of 1932-33 showing a model 686 tray (bottom left).

A silver twin handled drinks tray by Harrison Brothers & Howson, Sheffield 1929, rectangular, the inset angles with shells, a raised nulled rim and nulled handles, 58cm (22 3/4in) long, 1633g (52.5 oz)Condition Report: Marks are well struck26cm (10 1/4in) wideNo engravingMarker pen marks beneathLight scratches and wear commensurate with age and useCondition Report Disclaimer

Small Selection of Inert Shells consisting brass, 40 mm case with steel and copper head marked “LC & Co, No 5 MK7. 1943” ... Boer War period, brass case with brass and steel head. Base dated “7/01” ... WW1 German brass case dated “1916” ... Steel head with brass driving bands. 4 items.

Varied Selection of Shells and Fuse Heads including 1942 dated, British, blank shell case ... 2 x steel, WW1 period, shrapnel heads. Excavated ... 2 x brass fuse heads, excavated ... Brass, cut off, shell case base.

* Fan. A lithographed fan, late 19th century, folding paper fan, hand-coloured lithographed leaf, depicting a seated elderly gentleman holding forth to an audience of young ladies and gentlemen, within a decorative frame highlighted in gold, incorporating volutes, flowers, baskets, grapes, and shells, some folds a little rubbed, and a few short edge-nicks, elaborately carved mother-of-pearl sticks with gilt detail, 27 cm (10.5 in), loop with long yellow and gold metalled thread tassel, displayed in a glazed gilt frame, with moulded floral decoration, with manuscript label attached 'Presented to Chiddy's gt. Aunt Eliza by Gov. of Cuba'Qty: (1)

A Victorian workbox carcass containing a collection of sea shells and two crystal formations

BELLEEK; two lidded pots, one featuring flowers and shells, height 6.7cm, a pair of scallop moulded dishes and a leaf moulded dish, also a Royal Copenhagen floral decorated vase (6).Additional InformationThe lidded jar featuring flowers and shells has some chips and losses to the said flowers, otherwise general surface wear and dirt, but no other signs of apparent damage or restoration.

A mixed lot of assorted collectibles to include three glass jars containing glass and ceramic marbles, two novelty purses modelled in the form of shells, a further shell with carved detail, majolica match striker, painted mother of pearl shell, and a quantity of football programmes to include England v Bulgaria 1968 etc.Additional InformationGeneral wear throughout, the match striker with chipping to the glaze, a couple of the frames are damaged, damage to the birds.

A 20th century abalone model of an articulated fish, length 19.5cm.Additional InformationLarge areas of loss to the mother of pearl shells, especially around the tail and the head.

A fine bread basket by Daniel & John Wellby London 1904 in the rococo taste with cast shells and engraved piercing 25.5oz

A brass door knocker modelled as a dolphin, together with two heavy brass scallop shells (3).

An African carved wood mask, decorated with plaited string and cowrie shells. Height 32cm.

An African two sided mask, with white painted finish inset with cowrie shells and hardstones, and with dried grass fringe. Width 33cm.

A CRATE CONTAINING A LARGE QUANTITY OF SEA SHELLS AND CHINESE VASES ALABASTER FISH ETC

Collection of different calibre shells with projectiles,including, 2 cm Flak, 20mm MGFF, 20mm MG151/20, 30mm Aden, etc, contained in blue painted ammunition box, ( Qty)

A group of mid-nineteenth century earthenware jelly moulds, c.1820-50. To include a Davenport cherry mould, a Davenport pineapple mould, a mould with se shells and two different floral designs. Largest 17 cm long. (5)  Condition: All with staining. Grape mould with 3 cm hairline and rim chip. Sea shells with 3 cm hairline.Provenance: The Arthur and Julia Roberts Collection

wooden body, applied painted fabrics and cowrie shells on string and inset eyes 54cm highFootnote: Catalogue 2011, entry No.10 “ Rares”, Oeuvres du Golfe de Guinee, Galerie L’Atelier, Art Tribal d’Afrique et d’Asie, associated with the Voodoo-Vodun cult

of Whieldon type, the spiralled bodies resting on shells and moulded with mask heads, the rectangular bases moulded with trailing foliage, with feathered rims, 16cm high (2) Provenance: Purchased from Alistair Sampson Antiques for £6,500

ASSORTED CHINA AND GLASSWARE INCLUDING PART HORNSEA TEASET, QUEEN ANNE, SHELLS, FIGURES, SPODE, SHELLEY 1911 CORONATION MUG ETC

A pine and metal bound box and contents of various shells, keys etc.

Four assorted mounted metal hatpins including amethyst and six carved cameo shells, five unmounted, largest 46mm.

Early queen's chair from Yoruba tribe of Nigeria, Africa. Suedelike fabric vividly decorated with glass beads and cowrie shells. Condition is commensurate with age, as is. Measurements: 29 1/2 x 27 x 32 in. Please note that all sales are final and no refunds will be given under any circumstances. Sarasota Estate Auction provides condition reports as a courtesy to our clients and assumes no liability for any error or omission. Any condition statement is given as a courtesy to a client and is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Descriptions are our opinions and should in no way be construed as a guarantee of any kind as to age, condition, matter. The bidder assumes responsibility for ensuring that the condition of the item(s) meets with their satisfaction prior to bidding. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Online images can sometimes be poor quality due to the uploading process, original high-resolution images can be requested via email at sarasotaestateauction@gmail.com.

AN ENGLISH PORCELAIN AND ENAMEL 'NAUTILUS' VASE, WORCESTER ROYAL PORCELAIN WORKS, WORCESTER, 1884the nautilus shell-form body surmounted by a lizard and supported by a coral stem with scattered shells below, the circular base applied with coquina shell and seaweed motifs, partly painted in gold and enamelled in a bronze color, impressed and green underglaze factory mark with date cypher for 1884, impressed 93, 4 and V5 under base; height: 22.5 cm (8 7/8 in.) CONDITIONBeyond some gentle rubbing to the enamel in places, the vase is in excellent original condition with no issues to report. Inspection under UV light reveals no apparent signs of restoration. N.B. All lots are sold in as-is condition at the time of sale. Please note that any condition statement regarding works of art is given as a courtesy to our clients in order to assist them in assessing the condition. The report is a genuine opinion held by Shapiro Auctions and should not be treated as a statement of fact. The absence of a condition report or a photograph does not preclude the absence of defects or restoration, nor does a reference to particular defects imply the absence of any others. Shapiro Auctions, LLC., including its consultants and agents, shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.

A PAIR OF EXCEPTIONAL AMERICAN BRONZE AND MARBLE LAMP BASES, E.F. CALDWELL & CO., NEW YORK, CIRCA 1915formed as Poseidon and Amphitrite in dark brown and gilt bronze, seated atop marble sea turtles, he with trident, she with lyre, holding a large dish and shell cornucopia, respectively, the finials formed as shells, each mounted with four pull-chain lights stamped HARVEY HUBBELL / AUG 1. 96 / PAT'D MAY 8.00 / JULY 30.01 / FEBY.18.02 / 250 V.50.C.P.; overall height of each: 80 cm (31 1/2 in.), height to top of cornucopia: 49 cm (19 1/4 in.)LITERATUREFor the "Poseidon" model, see Catalogue of the Eighteenth Annual Exhibition of the Architectural League of New York (New York: Architectural Press, 1903), ex. cat., p. 35, no. 366.LOT NOTESThe "Poseidon" model (titled "Marble Turtle With Triton – Bronze") was exhibited by Edward F. Caldwell & Co. in 1903 at the annual exhibit of the Architectural League of New York (in the galleries of the Fine Art Society on 215 West 57th Street). CONDITIONN.B. All lots are sold in as-is condition at the time of sale. Please note that any condition statement regarding works of art is given as a courtesy to our clients in order to assist them in assessing the condition. The report is a genuine opinion held by Shapiro Auctions and should not be treated as a statement of fact. The absence of a condition report or a photograph does not preclude the absence of defects or restoration, nor does a reference to particular defects imply the absence of any others. Shapiro Auctions, LLC., including its consultants and agents, shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.

Four Japanese Meiji period sectional ivory okimono figures of peasant tradesmen bearing various signatures, comprising; a man with poultry at his feet holding a shallow basket with two small birds - red seal mark to underside, 11" high, man holding a basket containing shells over his shoulder, the staff to his left hand incomplete - signature to underside of the cracked base, 12" high, man holding a basket in his left hand, two gourds in his right, signed to underside, 12.25" high and a man holding an oar, a large basket of pomegranates over his shoulder, signed to underside, 12.2" high. (4)

stool , shells, tiles etc

A quantity of assorted shells, large and small, including two large mother of pearl shells, New Guinea 1965.

A small quantity of minerals and shells and miscellaneous trinket boxes and a faux tortoiseshell dressing table set tray a/f. having a ring collector, brushes and a small box (lid off) etc.

Pair of circular coloured prints of girls gathering shells and flowers in gilt frames D50cm Condition Report & Further Details Click here for further images, condition, auction times & delivery costs

ATTRIBUTED TO PIETER GERRITSZ. VAN ROESTRATEN (1630-1700) STILL LIFE OF EWERS WITH SHELLS, A POCKET WATCH AND A BASKET OF FRUIT UPON A DRAPED LEDGE Oil on canvas 67 x 85.5cm. ++ Lined; associated retouching

Victorian Irish silver salver, bold repousse border of acanthus leaves, flower leaves and scallop shells with matching cast rim and four feet engraved with the crest of the Hope family Dublin 1837 Maker James Fray, D42cm, approx 65.5oz Condition Report & Further Details Click here for further images, condition, auction times & delivery costs

CRESTED CHINA - A CARLTON CHINA GREAT WAR MUNITIONS WORKER standing holding an artillery shell, inscribed 'Shells and More Shells' and 'Doing her Bit', with some colouring (Blackpool), good condition, 138mm high.

A pair of Belleek first period Clam Shell salt cellars and spoons, realistically modelled on orange coral bases, the spoons also in the form of shells, impressed marks, 8cm diameter

λ An early 18th century ivory fan, circa 1730, with carved and pierced ivory guards and sticks, the painted leaf depicting a country dance scene, the guards are carved with a single female figure and foliate scrollwork and shells, with mother-of-pearl thumbpiece and tip, the sticks similarly carved and pierced across the entire monture, the double paper leaf is hand-painted with an elegant couple dancing to the tune of a seated piper, all three in fine attire, all bordered by alternating green and red swags, the verso with a delightful scene of fabulous birds including peacocks, 27cm long (boxed)

An early Victorian silver wine label for Malaga Seco, William Knight II, London 1845, of scrolled cartouche form, embossed in relief with foliate swags and shells, engraved, suspended on a rolo chain, 6cm wide, 4cm high, 0.52ozt

A Victorian etui case, formed from two shells, base metal mounts, red leather interior with white leather stringing, 8.5cm max

A Georgian silver cream jug with gadrooned rim on four volute shell cast feet, the handle similarly cast with shells and stiff leaves, London 1834, makers mark worn, 182.6 grms

A Victorian papier mache tea caddy, of bombe outline, inlaid with summer flower bouquets composed of nacreous shells and hand painted foliage, two covered compartments to the interior, 19cm max

Edward VII silver pedestal hexagonal bowl, profusely decorated with pineapples, shells and pierced panels, by Cooper Brothers & Sons Ltd, Sheffield 1904, 23.5 cm diam., 12.3 oz. (383 gr.)

Turkish silver salver, the gadrooned scalloped rim decorated with shells, stamped Harun Kara 900 to the underside, 38 cm diam., 29.5 oz. (918 gr.)