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Two WWI brass shells and a copper spirit kettle on a brass stand

An unusual musical instrument, possible Ghanaian, mounted with cowrie shells to form faces.

TOMONOBU: A FINE NAGOYA SCHOOL WOOD NETSUKE OF SHELLSBy Arima Tomonobu, signed Tomonobu 友信Japan, Nagoya, 19th century, Edo period (1615-1868)Published: Meinertzhagen, Frederick / Lazarnick, George (1986) MCI, Part B, p. 908.Katchen, Arlette (2010) Netsuke 7, vol. 2, p. 49, no. K579.Finely carved and beautifully stained to depict a living awabi with two smaller hamaguri clams resting on its shell. The underside shows the naturalistically rendered fleshy foot of the mollusk, achieved with subtle elevations to the wood. Two ringed himotoshi and signed within a rectangular reserve – TOMONOBU - to the top.With a wood box from H. I. H. Princess Takamado inscribed with the artist's name.LENGTH 4 cmCondition: Excellent condition with minor wear and a fine patina.Provenance: Ex-collection Julius & Arlette Katchen, Paris. Ex-collection H. I. H. Princess Takamado, acquired from the above.

MASAKAZU: A RARE YAMADA SCHOOL WOOD NETSUKE OF TWO SNAILSBy Masakazu, signed Masakazu 正一Japan, Yamada, Ise Province, 19th century, Edo period (1615-1868)Well carved as two snails, the smaller crawling along the larger snail's shell, both with slimy bodies naturalistically rendered with hatched incision work, the shells subtly incised and darkly stained, the larger snail's foot forming the himotoshi, the underside of its shell incised with the signature within an oblong reserve MASAKAZU.LENGTH 3.7 cmCondition: The feelers are repaired. Otherwise good condition with minor wear and few tiny nicks here and there.Literature comparison: Compare a related netsuke of three snails by Masanao, illustrated in Meinertzhagen, Frederick / Lazarnick, George (1986) MCI, Part A, p. 458.

MASANAO: A WOOD NETSUKE OF TWO RATS ON A CLUSTER OF PEANUTSBy a member of the Masanao family, signed Masanao 正直 with kakihanJapan, Yamada, Ise Province, mid-19th century, Edo period (1615-1868)Published: Lazarnick, George (1981) Netsuke & Inro Artists, and How to Read Their Signatures (LNIA), Vol. 1, p. 721.Two rats clambering on a densely carved cluster of peanuts, the shells naturalistically carved, and the rodents neatly detailed with finely incised fur and inlaid eyes of dark horn. Natural himotoshi and signed underneath one of the peanuts within a shaped polished reserve MASANAO and kakihan.LENGTH 3.8 cmCondition: Excellent condition, minor wear.Auction comparison:Compare to a related wood netsuke of a single rat with peanuts, signed Masanao, sold at Zacke, Fine Netsuke & Sagemono, 22 April 2022, Vienna, lot 139 (sold for 4,045 EUR).

An ornate gilt framed wall mirror in the Rococo style, each corner decorated with shells and scrolling acanthus enclosing a bevelled plate 92cm x 107cm

Dinky Toys No. 615 US Jeep with 105mm Howitzer, US military green body, green plastic wheels, with grey plastic driver, labels fitted on the bonnet, 105 MM Howitzer in military green, with green plastic wheels, comes with 3 pink shells, sold in the original sliding card pictorial display stand with outer box

Britains Military Models group of 2 comprising No. 9730 4.7 Naval Gun, and No. 9740 18" Heavy Howitzer with shells, both in their original boxes

A pair of late 20th Century studies of shells, watercolour, uniformly framed under glass, 25 cm x 25 cm overall

Late 20th Century art glass dishes, shells and Murano style fish 30 cm tallest

Eighteen "OO" Gauge Rolling Stock Items by Hornby, Mainline, Dapol, Lima and Other, including ARC hopper (6), vans, open wagons together with two "OO" gauge diesel locomotive body shells.

A Shell-Work Sailor's Valentine, Barbados, 19th century,the single valentine in octagonal mahogany case, mounted with geometric patterns comprising white, pink, brown, lilac, and green shells, with rose motif in the centre, with glazed top and (locked) hinged lid,the case 14in (35.5cm) wideFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A Shell-Work Sailor's Valentine, 'Vase of Flowers', Barbados, 19th century,the single octagonal mahogany case mounted with white, pink, orange, and lilac shells, arranged on paper base evoking a vase of flowers, additional motifs include a cross (left), a heart (right), and initials (bottom), with glazed top, noting slight veneer losses and loose joints to the case,the case 15 1/2in (39.5cm) wideFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A Shell-Work Double Sailor's Valentine, Barbados, mid-19th century,the hinged octagonal mahogany cases mounted with pink, white, red, and brown shells in geometric designs, one side with star motif to the centre, the other with heart motif to the centre, each with glazed top,the case 23 3/4in (60.5cm) wide when open12in x 12in x 3 1/2in (30.5cm x 30.5cm x 9cm) overall closedFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A Shell-Work Sailor's Valentine, Barbados, 19th century,the single valentine in octagonal mahogany case, mounted with geometric designs comprising white, green, orange, and lilac shells of various forms and sizes, with glazed top and hinged lid,the case 12in (30.5cm) wideFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A Fine Shell-Work Sailor's Valentine In Cross-Banded Case, Barbados, circa 1840,the single octagonal mahogany case with cross-banding, mounted with fine geometric designs comprising white, green, orange and pink shells, with 8-pointed sun or star motif to the centre, the case with glazed top, two suspension loops to the back of the case,the case 14 1/2in (37cm) wideFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

ARCHAEOLOGICAL REVIVAL NECKLACE AND EARRING SUITE, CIRCA 1870The gold bead necklace issuing a fringe of ancient coins depicting heads in profile and shells, and animals or foliage to the reverse, each within a ropetwist border and quartered with beaded decoration, connected via snake-link chains, accented with rosette motifs, the earrings en suite, lengths: necklace 39.0cm, earrings 3.0cm, cased by C. Tombini, Roma, Babuino No. 65, Londra 22 Wigmore St.Footnotes:A Handbook of Rome and its Environs (John Murray, London, 1871) notes that Cesare Tombini was 'a good working jeweller at 65, via Babuino who can be relied upon for setting cameos, mosaics, etc'.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: ΩΩ VAT on imported items at the prevailing rate on Hammer Price and Buyer's Premium.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A FINE IRISH GEORGE III MAHOGANY TRAY-TOP CENTRE TABLE,the plain dished top above an undulating mottled apron carved with scallop shells, acanthus scrolls and foliage, on cabriole legs with paw feet. 78cm wideFor a comparable tea-table see Knight of Glin & James Peill, Irish Furniture (Yale) 2007, catalogue no. 146, p. 239.

A LARGE DONEGAL WOOL CARPETthe central field woven with a circular medallion surrounded by flower groups, scallop shells and masks, against a dark blue ground, enclosed with broad and narrow border stripes. 426 x 335cm

A late Victorian silver sugar caster and a pair of modern bonbon dishesfirst Sheffield, 1896, Lee & Wigfull, of ogee baluster form, embossed with shells and and scrolls, the domed cover with flame finial on a domed foot, second, Birmingham, 1973, William Adams Ltd, of wavy edged pierced hexagonal design, on ball feet, (3)first height 18.5cm., weight approx. 10.5oztCondition:Good condition

Two wooden shipping advertising crates, marked Eley Small Arms Ammunition. Height 23 cm,width 35 cm, depth 24 cm and a Peters Victor Shot Shells Peters Cartridge Division. Height 22 cm, width 37 cm, depth 24 cm.

Taxidermy - a Manx Shearwater (Puffinus Puffinus), mounted sitting on a rock with muscle shells, sand etc. housed in a four sided glass case, case measuring height 31 cm, width 48 cm, depth 20 cm.

A box of assorted minerals and shells.

RAF Bomber Squadron brass tankard, shells and Enfield oil bottle (a/f)

A collection of ornaments, dishes, shells etc Condition Report:No condition report available.

Four large transferware chargers or meat dishes, 19th century, two printed with a night sea battle between the Blanche and La Pique, within borders of sea shells and seaweed, a charger decorated with a large dragon on a red and gilt floral ground, the last printed with travellers in a seaside landscape, 54.5cm max. (4)Provenance: the Douglas Johnson Collection.

Six blue and white transferware plates by Enoch Wood, 19th century, depicting harbour scenes, sailing vessels and steamers within a wide border of shells and seaweed, some variously titled 'Dartmouth' and 'View of Liverpool', a Clews plate printed with the 'Landing of General Lafayette', and another soup plate with a steamer, impressed marks to some, 26cm max. (8)Provenance: the Douglas Johnson Collection.

A Vienna figure of a fisherman, c.1770, seated on an upturned basket with a large fish across his lap, an upturned basket of scallop and other shells beneath his left elbow, wearing a striped neckerchief and holding a pipe in his mouth, a jug and teabowl on a wooden stand beside him, blue shield mark, small good restorations, 16cm.

An early Bow blue and white shell salt, c.1750, the deep shell salt painted in a bright blue with a gnarled willow tree beside tall rockwork and an ornamental fence, the rim with a formal fleur de lys border, raised on a rocky base formed from three whelk shells and applied with further small shells, a small rim chip, 11.7cm across.Provenance: the David Stopher Collection.

A rare and early Bow sweetmeat dish or stand, c.1750-53, formed with three scallop shells around a central dolphin with upright tail, each shell painted in famille rose enamels with flowering plants, raised on three peg feet, and a Bow blue and white two-tier sweetmeat stand, the shells painted to the interior with bamboo and peony beside rockwork, the stem applied with small shells and seaweed, one shell of the latter lacking, restoration to the end of the dolphin's tail, 13.5cm high max. (2)Provenance: the Peter Burke Collection. The blue and white stand purchased from Henry Lawrence, Torquay, 16th October 1996.

An early Bow blue and white salt, c.1750, of shell form, the scallop shell painted to the interior with tall rocks beside a willow tree above an ornamental fence, the rim with a fleur de lys border, raised on a rocky base applied with shells and seaweed, some chipping, 12.2cm across.Provenance: the Peter Burke Collection.

A BOXED CORGI TOYS WHIZZWHEELS ISON BROS. 'WILD HONEY' DRAGSTER, No.164, in lightly playworn condition, box damaged, boxed Corgi Toys Citroen Safari ID19, No.436, playworn condition with some paint loss and wear, crack to windscreen, missing tailgate, box damaged and missing end flap, a boxed Corgi Toys Centurion Mk.III Tank, No.901, model in fairly good condition with only minor paint loss and wear, mainly to raised edges, missing shells, box damaged, with a small quantity of assorted vintage toys etc., to include damaged Lone Star 'Midgie' Beretta Cap Gun and damaged Lone Star Hip Gun

TEN ASSORTED INERT SHELL/BOMB FUSES, these are from various sized shells and are various ages, some have makers names to the inside and are in varying conditions, Customers must satisfy themselves prior to sale in regards to conditions and authenticity, viewing is advised, condition reports are available on request

FIVE PIECES OF TRENCH ART, to include three 2 pounder shells and two vases, the shells are dated 1936, 1942 and 1943, the vases are dated 1957 and 72, one vase is decorated with a Royal Engineers badge and various other designs, the second has what is believed to be Egyptian scenes highly decorated all round, the three other shells are plain and range from approximately 24.5cm to 32cm in height, the vases are approximately 30.5cm and 31.3cm in height, Customers must satisfy themselves prior to sale in regards to conditions and authenticity, viewing is advised, condition reports are available on request

TWO INERT SHELLS WITH COMMON POINTED TIPS, the first is a 6 pounder and is stamped 72 and CF meaning this contained a cordite charge, the second shows an 'A' in a circle and 'CFF' meaning the shell had previously been repaired and filled with cordite charge twice, it also has a number '1' inside a circle to indicate the case was to be fitted with an MK2 primer, they measure approximately 49cm and 52cm from base to tip, Customers must satisfy themselves prior to sale in regards to conditions and authenticity, viewing is advised, condition reports are available on request

A group of riding clothing, to include Gore Bikeware coats, raincoats, waistcoats, and soft shells. (1 box)

Mixed ceramics and shells. Not available for in-house P&P

A GEORGE II MAHOGANY TRIPOD TABLEMID 18TH CENTURYThe rounded rectangular tilt-top above a birdcage mechanism, on a baluster shaft and cabriole legs carved with shells, on pointed claw and ball feet67.5cm high, 62cm diameterCondition Report: Marks, knocks, scratches, abrasions consistent with age and useOld splits and cracks, the top with an old split, this has later timber inserted behind to secure it,The catch appears original, the birdcage action revolving, it is a little sticky at time of report, and with some marks where this has rubbed.The underside of the tripod base with a metal bracket, this has a replacement screw to help secure in placePlease see additional images for visual reference to condition  Condition Report Disclaimer

A LATE VICTORIAN OAK ARMCHAIRLATE 19TH CENTURY Covered in green leather, with outscrolled arms and on cabriole legs headed by shells, on pad feet111cm high, 66cm wide, 58cm deep  

Two conch shells carved with cameos, the carvings 19th century, one with a relief of Napoleon on horseback after Jacques-Louis David, the other with a profile of Neptune, after classical examples, the largest 15cm high, 19cm long

A group of twelve plaster casts of Neoclassical reliefs and architectural ornament, mostly early 20th century, including a relief of an Adam-style urn, a portrait relief of the Duke of Wellington, a cast of an architectural relief with shells, a small scrolled cast with the head of a sphinx, a seated griffin, foliate mouldings, and others, assorted sizesProvenance:A private collection of works by John Shapland, including contents of the artist's studio

Two WWII 40mm Bofors shells, dated 1944 and 1943, tops flared, together with two WWII 37mm M16 anti-tank shells dated 1941, and a copper and brass bugle (5)

A FINELY DETAILED 1:96 SCALE BUILDER'S STYLE MODEL OF H.M.S. JERVIS BAY [1922]the laminated and carved 64in. hull with bilge keels, rudder, propellers and boarding companionways, planked decks, moulded brass and wood fittings as appropriate including anchors with crane and winches, ventilators, deck rails, davits on rests, water tanks, deck lights, superstructure with bridge and over-bridge, boarding stanchions, stayed funnel with safety valve extension pipe and hooter, fitted lifeboats in davits, and other detals, mounted on four turned brass columns, on display base with glass cover, overall measurement -- 26 x 69½ x 12in. (66 x 77 x 30.5cm.)When the Second World War began in September 1939, the British public had never heard of an otherwise undistinguished liner named Jervis Bay whereas, in barely a year, she had become a ‘household name’ and her gallant fight against overwhelming odds had become synonymous with Churchill’s indomitable spirit to win the War whatever the cost.Ordered by the Commonwealth Line for their Australian immigrant trade, she was built by Vickers at Barrow and launched on 17th January 1922. Registered in Sydney [Australia] at 13,839 tons gross, she measured 530.5 feet in length with a 68-foot beam and her twin screws were driven by four Parsons’ double-reduction turbines giving a cruising speed of 15 knots. With accommodation for 12 first-class (government berths) and 712 third-class passengers, she was manned by a crew of 216 and had 360,000 cubic feet of cargo space. In 1928, financial problems for the company resulted in the sale of the Commonwealth Line to the White Star Line and, in 1931, she was converted to accommodate 542 tourist class passengers. In April 1933, Jervis Bay and her four essentially identical sisters passed into the newly established Aberdeen and Commonwealth Line and she sailed under their colours for a further six years.Anticipating events, the British government requisitioned Jervis Bay in August 1939 and she was rapidly converted into an Armed Merchant Cruiser mounting 8 [1898-vintage] 6in.guns and two QF 3in. guns for anti-aircraft defence and placed on convoy protection duties. On 5th November 1940, she was escorting an eastbound convoy of 37 ships when, a little after 1700hrs., the convoy was spotted by the German heavy cruiser Admiral Scheer which opened fire with her six 11-in. guns and much else. As the convoy scattered under smoke, Jervis Bay, under the command of Captain Fogarty Fegen, RN, turned to face the enemy and steamed towards the Scheer at full speed to divert attention from the convoy. Almost immediately, a barrage of German shells fell upon Jervis Bay before her own guns could be brought into range and, within fifteen minutes, Scheer had pounded her adversary to a stop. Aboard Jervis Bay there was carnage and, at 2000hrs., she began to sink although Scheer continued to shell her for a further thirty minutes before she foundered taking her captain and another 189 men to their deaths. In the event, Captain Fogarty Fegen’s sacrifice saved thirty-one ships out of the 37 in the convoy and, for his gallantry in the face of insuperable odds, Fegan received one of the Second World War’s most famous and well-deserved posthumous Victoria Crosses.

Robert Dumont Smith, oil on board, still life, fruit, egg shells and mushrooms on a pine table top, signed, 18.5cms x 39cms approximately, gilt framed

A hallmarked silver escargot footed salver. The tray of circular form having a stepped serpentine lip & raised on three cabriole legs to snail shells wrapped in leaves. Hallmarked for London 1911, makers marks for G&S Co Ltd - Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co Ltd, also marked Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Company 112 Regent Street. W. Total weight approx 474g. Measures approx 20cm.

A pair of silver scallop shell salt dishes. The shallow bowls both in the form of repousse scallop shells with feather gadrooned borders & each raised on two footed legs, both with etched bird & crown motifs. Unmarked, tests indicate silver. Total weight approx 358g. Measure approx 16cm.

A pair of hallmarked silver & gilt table salts. The condiments in the form of scrolling repousse scallop shells raised on three ball feet together with a scallop shell bowl salt spoon w twisted handle & ball terminal. In black leatherette fitted box. Hallmarked for Chester 1896, makers marks for James Deakin & Sons (John & William F Deakin). Total weight approx 18.3g. Measure approx 5cm.

A selection of bells, ceramic ornaments, shells and model cars

Quantity of shells

THREE CHINESE HARDSTONE FIGURES, depicting figures at worship. One mounted on a wooden base with carved shells, all numbered to reverse (3)All with various losses and damage

FOUR BOXES OF ASSORTED SUNDRY ITEMS ETC to include two sets of Jaques domino sets, five other sets of dominos, three Jaques cribbage boards, plastic classical Roman style chess pieces, wooden chess board, a CS2MX metal detector, perfume atomisers, sealed L'Oreal Age Perfect cream, clothes brushes, sea shells, soft toys to include a vintage Merrythought teddy bear etc

Papua New Guinea, Siripiya Chest Jewellery of woven fibre and shells, length main body of piece approx 37cm, some wear to hanging strap

The Dave Degens1956 Triumph 650cc TR6 Trophy (see text)Frame no. 75142Engine no. TR6 75142 (see text)•Restored condition•Numerous engine upgrades•Requires recommissioningSuccess in the International Six Days' Trial (ISDT) in the late 1940s prompted Triumph to adopt the 'Trophy' name for their off-road-styled twins, at first for the 500cc TR5 and then for the 650cc TR6. Introduced for 1956, the 650cc Trophy featured the new aluminium-alloy cylinder head of the Tiger 110 sportster. Its off-road pretensions were more style than substance though, amounting to little more than the fitting of a smaller fuel tank, quickly detachable headlamp and larger-section rear tyre. The Trophy retained its sporting character but became more of a roadster as time passed, ending up, in effect, as a single-carburettor T120 Bonneville when re-introduced, after a five-month absence from the range, in February 1961. More tractable than the Bonnie and more economical too, the Trophy gave little away in terms of outright performance, the bike's standing quarter-mile time and top speed being within a whisker of its twin-carb sibling's. This Triumph was originally despatched to Goodhall Motorcycles of Epsom. Restored, it incorporates Dresda engine modifications and many new components including lightened valves; additional camshaft oil feed; competition magneto; Dresda breather modification; balanced crankshaft; new con-rods; new main bearings; new big-end shells; new rocker shafts; extra seals; stainless rocker feed pipe; alloy pushrod tubes; and finned rocker box caps with 'O' rings. Other notable features include a twin-leading-shoe front brake conversion; painted engine cases; bracket for twin instruments; and a Smiths Chronometric 120mph speedometer with 2 miles recorded (at time of cataloguing). Following a period of inactivity, the machine will require re-commissioning and thus is sold strictly as viewed. It should be noted that the engine number is believed to be a non-factory stamping so the machine's original identity cannot be known for certain. It is hoped that supporting documentation will be available at time of sale. Key not required.Footnotes:All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A good collection of sea shells

A good lot of sea shells

A quantity of miscellanea including shells, fossils, quartz stone, particulars for the sale of Shobdon Court in November 1950, copy of the Daily Mail Golden Peace, autograph book, photograph album, rolls of maps, souvenir poster for Bulmers Cider, etc.

Taxidermy: Common Eider (Somateria Mollisima), full mount drake, upon an oval base, decorated with oyster shells, H42cm

Two art glass Conch shells

A George III mahogany demi-lune tea table, the square tapered legs inlaid with shells and ribbon-tie harebell pendants. 36' wide

A quantity of 19th century glassware with a glass bowl of shellsProvenance:Collection of Mike Handford, 'Hillsleigh', Burford, Oxfordshire