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Click here to subscribeA pair of 55 bore flintlock boxlock pocket pistols by Weston of Lewes, c 1810, 7" overall, turn off barrels 2½", London proved, one barrel and breech numbered "1", the frames signed within panel of swags, with hidden triggers, top safeties which also secure the frizzens, and plain walnut slab butts with oval silver escutcheons. GC (some wear), one pistol GWO (the other will not un-cock) £300-400
A large 19th Century Cairoware tray set. Of possibly Egypt, Morocco or Syria Mamluk origin. Comprising a substantial bronze or brass tray, bowl and plate. All with silver and copper inlay with silver inlaid arabic script, scrolling arabesque, foliage and stylised fish. Diameter of tray approx 445mm, weight approx 2.6kg. Diameter of rim of bowl approx 150mm, weight approx 856g. Plate diameter approx 95mm, weight approx 93g. VGC. £300-500
Coin: A silver 1697 William III Coin, the obverse with side profile, the outer section inscribed 'Gulielmus III Dei Gra,' the reverse with central cross made of Royal insignia, the out section inscribed 'Rex 1697, Mag. Br. FRA et Hib,' some wear, otherwise good example. (1)
First G.A.A. Specimen Medal 1885 Medal: G.A.A. 1885: An important early circular silver Medal, the obverse with decorative design depicting harp, Celtic Cross, sunset, hurl and sliotar set in romantic landscape, the surround inscribed 'Gaelic Athletic Association Championship Medal', the reverse with central shamrock inside each leaf the name "Dr. Croke, Parnell and Davitt" - underneath engraved "Est. 1885" the surround "Specimen Medal for Collection given to Major Leech," housed in original presentation box for J.F. O'Crowley, 83 George's Street, Cork. This medal is believed to be the first suggested Medal or Specimen issued for the G.A.A., for presentation. It subsequently changed to the Celtic Cross. Rare. (1)
Medals: G.A.A. [1982] A gilt pierced and enamelled Medal, the obverse with Provincial Coat of Arms, the reverse inscribed 'R.T.C. (Regional Technical College) J.B. F.C.2 Fanuithne na Mainistrech 1982' (North Mon), together with six other early silver metal Medals, (uninscribed) as a lot, w.a.f. (7)
The Fifth James Bond Novel Fleming (Ian) From Russia with Love, 8vo, L. (Jonathan Cape) 1957, First Edn., black cloth with silver modified Smith and Weston .38 revolver with sawn off barrel and red rose on front cover, titled on spine in red and silver text, d.j. devised by the author and executed by Richard Chopping, clipped (not priced & some wear) previous owner on f.e.p. Good copy. (1)
Fleming (Ian) Dr. No, 8vo, L. (Jonathan Cape) 1958, First Edn. black cloth (Second Binding) with silver lettered spine, d.j. design by Pat Merriott depicting a silhouette of an elegant female with black and white text, d.j. (Clipped not price) some wear, previous owner on f.e.p. Good Copy. (1)
Fleming (Ian) You Only Live Twice, 8vo, L. (Jonathan Cape) 1964, First Edn., black cloth, Japanese characters in gilt on front cover, silver lettered spine, d.j. designed by Richard Chopping with flower, toad and dragon fly, d.j. (clipped & priced), previous owner on f.e.p., some wear to d.j., otherwise good copy. (1)
The Family of Jonathan Swift's Friend Co. Leix: Wilmot Chetwode Family Twenty-five small diaries and account books of the Wilmot Chetwode family of Woodbrook, Queen's County, c. 1816-1891. They include general accounts, household expenses, inventories of furniture, silver, etc., farm accounts, travel expenses, relating mainly 80 Newtown Park, Blackrock, Co. Dublin, and to Woodbrook, Co. Leix, which was inherited by Edward Wilmot in 1839, on the death of his cousin, Jonathan Chetwood. One of the volumes records a journey to Clifton in 1818 and concludes '.... returned to Ireland with a broken - oh may it be a contrite spirit,' What a world of anxiety lies before me! My heart is weak, and my children just at the age to require my utmost vigilance, care & activity, May God give, me his blessing!' & also includes a significant reference to the 'Night of the Big Wind in 1839,' Mostly covered in limp hide & paper. As a coll., of m/ss, w.a.f. A Scarce survival. (1) * Jonathan Swift stayed at Woodbrook, Portarlington on several occasions, and he is reputed to have written the bulk of "Gulliver's Travels," in the library there. In the 1940's John Betjeman often stayed in Woodbrook & fell in love with its galleried kitchen. The demesne is described in Thomas Lacy's volume, printed in 1863, "Sights and Scenes in Our Fatherland, c. 1860's.
The Book of Kells Most Sumptuous Edition Facsimile - Verlag, Luzern, Publishers: The Book of Kells, the most precious illuminated manuscript of the early Middle Ages, now reproduced, the FIRST AND ONLY COMPLETE FINE ART FACSIMILE EDITION, published by Authority of the Board of Trinity College, Dublin. Lg. thick 4to, Luzern 1990, LIMITED EDN., in fine white tawed leather over wooden boards. Contained in a specially created presentation box, the embossed surface with blind & gilt tooled Celtic decoration and silver and brass mounts. Together with a large Commentary Volume, with illus., leather backed cloth, and orig. advertising portfolio. An unique opportunity to acquire a complete facsimile of one of the Worlds greatest Art Treasures. As a lot. (1)
The Lindisfarne Gospels A True Masterpiece of Fine Facsimile Production Evangelia Sancta Facsimile Edition of the Lindisfarne Gospels, with the two volumes of Commentary. This the newest arrival in the bibliophile library of Fine Art Facsimile Publishers of Switzerland. The edition is strictly limited to 980 copies. Of these a maximum of 290 copies only are available in the current original extraordinary Victorian binding. This was commissioned by Edward Maltby, Bishop of Durham in 1852 to preserve the priceless manuscript. The volume is finely executed with Celtic designs, some of solid silver, also fine layers of gold & semi-precious stone. A real relic of Victorian splendour. Pre-dating the Book of Kells by almost one hundred years, it is possibly the most important item of cultural heritage of the British Isles. But the fact that the priceless manuscript survived at all is perhaps miraculous. The volume is protected in an elaborate presentation case which lets the fine goldsmiths work shine through. (1)
Testimonial from Grateful Passengers, 1876 Manuscript: A Testimonial to J.J. Tighe, M.D., Ship's Surgeon Superindent on board ship Rangitiki by the Emigrants, 15th December 1876. In original frame, with modern mount and backing 54cms x 50cms. Thanks Dr. Tighe "for his constant and unremitting attention to the various bodily ailments of themselves, their wives and children" in a voyage of 13 weeks (to New Zealand.) Signed on behalf of the emigrants by Arthur McMurrough, Hon. Sec., and R.A. Berry, Treasurer. Dr. Tighe's exertions prevented the outbreak of an epidemic of measles on board ship, and the testimonial was written to accompany the gift to him of a silver cup. As a m/ss. (1)
Fine Presentation Item Le Brocquy (Louis) The Irish Landscape, (Gandon) 1992. Oblong folio grey cloth, titled in silver, black morocco spine, slipcase, 36 full colour reproductions (two folding) of original watercolours by Le Brocquy. Limited edition, by the artist, no. 62 of 250 copies specially bound by Kenny’s of Galway. A superb production, one of the finest Irish books of the period. Fine copy. Rare. (1)
A rhinoceros horn walking stick, c.1890, possibly Indian, with a tapered shaft, mounted with a silver pommel and central band, with a white metal ferrule, 87.5cm longCondition ReportTotal weight 419g. General knocks, dents and tarnish to silver. Some light surface wear and scratches to horn. The cane appears to be a single piece, however, we are unable to view beneath the silver mount, therefore cannot comment with absolute certainty on its construction.
An embroidered hanging or bohça,probably early 18th century, Ottoman, worked in cotton and silk thread with stylised couched flower heads in red and blue outlined in stem stitch, on an undyed linen ground,122 x 132cmThe flower heads in the present example bear stylistic similarities to others in the Victoria & Albert Museum collection (accession numbers 622-1890, T.92-1950 and T.741-1950).In Ottoman society, Bohça were square cloths of embroidered fabric used to wrap domestic items such as clean clothes to carry to the hammam, or for covering gifts. Most traditional cloths from the 16th and 17th centuries were embroidered in silk thread (predominantly red and blue) on an undyed linen ground. From the 18th and 19th centuries, more luxurious materials began to be used, such as decoration in gold and silver metal thread on foundation fabrics such as velvet or satin.Literature: Hülya Bilgi and Idil Zanbak, 'Skill of the Hand, Delight of the Eye: Ottoman Embroideries in the Sadberk Hanim Museum Collection', exhibition catalogue, Istanbul, 2012, p.26; Marianne Ellis and Jennifer Wearden, 'Ottoman Embroidery', V&A Publications, 2001, pl. 32 and 33; Roderick Taylor, 'Ottoman Embroidery', London, 1993, pp. 113-122. Condition ReportThe panel is in one section but there is evidence of historic attachment to others resulting in holes and frays around the edge. A couple of small marks (possibly burns) to the ground. Two frays/holes to the centre. Some further small areas of wear and holes commensurate with age. Generally, the stitching is in good condition and tight, with one or two areas of loosening. The ground backing is quite dirty and would recommend professional cleaning. See additional photos.
A repoussé silver mirror, 20th century, probably Mexican or Peruvian, in the 17th century style, the frame elaborately decorated with a crown flanked by a pair of birds, within shells and foliate scrolls surrounding a rectangular glass plate, 69cm wide102cm highCondition ReportGeneral tarnish and discolouration to silver. Some small knocks, dents, surface wear and scratches. Some slightly misshapen areas. Minor mottling to glass, with some slight surface scratches. Overall appears in fairly good cosmetic condition. Ready to hang.
An Ottoman silver pen-case,late 19th century, Turkish, with partial foliate-engraved decoration, bearing tughra and other marks, 28.5cm long, 13.7oztCondition ReportSome tarnish and discolouration. Some small dents, knocks and surface scratches. Hinges and lids functional. Some rubbing to foliate detail. Overall appears in fairly good structural and cosmetic condition.6.5cm wide4.5cm high
A George III provincial elm silver table,the two-piece top within a moulded border, over a serpentine-shaped frieze and turned pad-foot legs,67cm wide44cm deep72cm highCondition ReportTop - boards parted and a little warped. Two old splits, old worm holes, stains, wear and losses to moulded border. Minor losses to feet. Joints generally tight and solid. Recently waxed.
A pair of silver three-light candelabra,by Mappin & Webb, London 1921, the central light and two reeded branches with foliate engraved sockets, each raised on a square tapering column, on a loaded square spreading base, with presentation engraving and County Borough of Grimbsy crest,39cm high (2)Condition ReportThe sockets underneath the removable branches are dented. Clean, but with surface scratches throughout. The presentation engraving commemorates the marriage of John Herbert Tate (former Mayor of Grimsby in 1913).
A Victorian four-piece silver tea service,by Samuel Hayne & Dudley Cater, London 1852,comprising:a coffee pot, 27cm high,teapot, 21cm high,a twin-handled sugar bowl and cream jug,each with foliate and cartouche engraved body, on four scroll and apron feet, the tea and coffee pots with scroll handles and ivory spacers,76.9ozt overall (4)IMPORTANT NOTEThis lot contains elephant ivory material. Please be advised that several countries, including those in the EU and the USA, now prohibit the importation of ivory items unless under specific conditions. Accordingly, prospective buyers should familiarise themselves with the relevant customs regulations of their country and ensure they are able to import this item prior to bidding.This item has been registered as exempt from the UK Ivory Act 2018, on account of it being made before 3 March 1947 with less than 10% ivory by volume. Ivory declaration submission reference: CYREYGRX.
A Russian silver-gilt and cloisonné snuff box,with maker's mark of JFA, probably for Ivan Fedorov Andreev, Moscow, 1887, 84 standard,of circular form, the lid and base decorated with polychrome enamel arabesques, scrolls and flower heads, with gilt interior,6cm diameter, 3cm high, 2.5oztCondition ReportSome tarnish to the underneath of the lid's lip. Surface scratches and tarnish to the interior. Enamel appears complete. Scratches and wear underneath.
A Russian silver-gilt and cloisonné snuff box,with maker's mark 'AB', Moscow, 1893, 84 standard,of circular form, the lid and base decorated with polychrome enamel arabesques, scrolls and flower heads, with gilt interior,5cm diameter, 3.5cm high, 1.9oztCondition ReportOne of the white enamel 'gems' damaged to the underside. Wear to gilt underside. Surface scratches and scuffs to underside and interior.
A Russian silver-gilt and cloisonné powder compact,with maker's mark, assayer's mark, late 19th/early 20th century, 84 standard,of rectangular form, the hinged cover and the reverse decorated with polychrome enamel arabesques, scrolls and flower heads, fitted with a mirror and silk interior,8cm wide, 6.5cm high, 5.5ozt Condition ReportSome knocks and tarnish to the gilt edge. Clasp seems good and strong. Some foxing to the mirror but no cracks. Some minor tarnish and wear to the interior. Marks shown in last photo by zooming in.
A Russian silver-gilt and cloisonné cigarette case,with maker's mark, assayer's mark, late 19th/early 20th century, 84 standard,of rectangular form with rounded corners, the hinged cover and the reverse decorated with polychrome enamel arabesques, scrolls and flower heads, with gilt interior,10.3cm wide, 7.5cm high, 4.9oztCondition ReportSome missing enamel to the beaded edge and flower heads, particularly the corners. Clasp seems good. Wear and surface scratches to the gilt interior. Small areas of tarnish.
A Russian silver and cloisonné cigarette case,with mark of Feodor Ruckert, Moscow, c.1908-1917, 84 standard,of rectangular form, the hinged cover and the reverse decorated with polychrome enamel arabesques, scrolls and flower heads, 9cm wide, 7.5cm high, 5.2oztCondition ReportSome very small areas of loss/bleeding to the enamel. The clasp is a little stiff. Tarnish and scratches to interior.
A Russian silver-gilt and cloisonné enamel cigarette case,with maker's mark possibly of Ivan Zaharov, Moscow, c.1856-1896, 84 standard,of rectangular form with rounded corners, the hinged cover and the reverse decorated with polychrome enamel arabesques, scrolls and flower heads on a green ground, gilt interior,10.5cm wide, 8.5cm high, 6.7oztCondition ReportWear, rubbing and scratches to gilt interior. Slight knock to one corner. Enamel seems to be in good order with a few very small pits. Clasp a little stiff. Marks shown in last two photos by zooming in.
A Russian silver and cloisonné cigarette case,Moscow, c.1900, marked 84 standard,of rectangular form with rounded corners, the hinged cover and the reverse decorated with polychrome enamel scrolls and flower heads mainly in blue, within a flower head border,10.5cm wide, 7cm high, 6.6oztCondition ReportSurface scratches and tarnish to interior. Very small pieces of enamel missing. Small scuff/knock to blue enamel on one corner. Clasp strong but the edge doesn't sit completely flush when closed. Marks shown in last photo by zooming in.
Two silver-gilt and cloisonné cigarette cases,in the Russian style, each of rectangular form with rounded corners, the hinged cover and the reverse decorated with polychrome enamel scrolls and flower heads, gilt interior, with spurious marks,11cm wide, 8.5cm high, 17.8ozt (2)Condition Report1) Maroon/green border - the gilt and enamel in pretty good order, some discolouration to the white areas, some very tiny pits. Surface scratches to the interior. The clasp is a little insecure.2) Blue beaded edge - some scratches to gilt interior. Enamel seems in good order. Some tiny pits. Minor discolouration to some of the white enamel. The clasp is quite stiff.
A Russian silver-gilt and cloisonné cigarette case,c.1873, 84 standard,of rectangular form with rounded corners, the hinged cover and the reverse decorated with polychrome enamel scrolls and flower heads in blue, pink and purple, with gilt interior,11.5 x 8cm, 6.7oztCondition ReportScratches to the gilt interior. Enamel seems in good order with a few manufacturing imperfections and pits. Clasp strong.
A Russian silver and cloisonné cigarette case,Moscow, c.1908, marked 84 standard,of rectangular form with rounded corners, the hinged cover and the reverse decorated with polychrome enamel scrolls and flower heads in blue, pink and green,10.5cm wide, 7cm high, 6.9oztCondition ReportSome very tiny pits to the enamel. A few small circles of enamel missing. Tarnish to the metal exterior and interior. Surface scratches to the interior.
2000 Mercedes CLK 230 Elegance convertible. Registration number: W503 LAM. - Finished metallic silver with full grey leather interior. - 164,594 Miles from new - Remote central locking with 2 x Sets of keys - Long MOT until 06th of December 2023. - Old MOT certificates. To satisfy your knowledge of the vehicles condition please come down to our viewing days as follows: Saturday 3rd December: 10am - 2pm Monday 5th December : 9am - 5pm Tuesday 6th December from 9am Our buyers premium on all cars, motorbikes and scooters is 10% + VAT. - We encourage any interested parties to inspect the vehicle on our viewing days and prior to sale on Tuesday 6th December 2022 to satisfy themselves on the car's condition, please check our buying terms and conditions for cars and bikes available online or via email. Transportation options may be available, please contact us for a quote.
1984 Rolls Royce Silver Spirit Automatic. Registration number: SJI 7236. - LPG gas conversion fitted. - Two tone paintwork. - Full cream piped leather interior. Genuine low mileage having covered only 86,000 miles from new. With wood trim and rear wood tables. Private number plate included in sale. To satisfy your knowledge of the vehicles condition please come down to our viewing days as follows: Saturday 3rd of December: 10am-2pm Monday 5th of December : 9am-5pm Tuesday 6th of December from 9am - Our buyers premium on all cars, motorbikes and scooters is 10% + VAT - We encourage any interested parties to inspect the vehicle on our viewing days and prior to sale on Tuesday 6th December 2022 to satisfy themselves on the car's condition, please check our buying terms and conditions for cars and bikes available online or via email - Transportation options may be available, please contact us for a quote - Please call 01483 223101 to speak to one of our auction specialists for further information.
2002 BMW 318i SE Automatic. This BMW 2.0Litre 318i SE automatic was first registered on the 1st of March 2002 and it is finished in the very desirable colour combination of silver with an immaculate light grey cloth interior, which has been fully valeted prior to listing the car. The car drives very well and at only 98,500 miles from new, it represents a modern classic with plenty of exciting miles of road ahead. Especially since the car has just benefitted from a fresh 12 months MOT - which expires on the 28th of September 2023. The automatic box doesn't skip a beat and is absolutely perfect for any distance - from short trips out to long trips on the motorway.To note, the car also comes with the desirable number plate, shown in the pictures - P8 WJL, which holds value by itself. To satisfy your knowledge of the vehicles condition please come down to our viewing days as follows: Saturday 3rd December: 10am - 2pm Monday 5th December : 9am - 5pm Tuesday 6th December from 9am Our buyers premium on all cars, motorbikes and scooters is 10% + VAT. - We encourage any interested parties to inspect the vehicle on our viewing days and prior to sale on Tuesday 6th December 2022 to satisfy themselves on the car's condition, please check our buying terms and conditions for cars and bikes available online or via email. Transportation options may be available, please contact us for a quote.
D. A. Brooks (British, twentieth century), '1950 Monte Carlo Rally, W. M. A. Cooper in the Rolls Royce Silver Wraith sports saloon', oil on panel, initialled lower right, 33 x 47cm, framed, with another oil painting by the same artist depicting an early racing car, 34 x 44cm, framed. (2)
NASH, PAULThe Wood-Engravings of Paul NashWoodbridge: the Wood Lea Press, 1997.A catalogue of Paul Nash wood-engravings, pattern papers, etchings and an engraving. Compiled by Jeremy Greenwood. standard edition of 490 copies. Lacking the mounted wood engraving by the artist, "Promenade 2, 1923". Printed by Simon Lawrence at his Fleece Press.13.75 X 9.75 ins. 142 pp. + Colophon. Quarter morocco with boards covered in a facsimile of Nash's Curwen pattern paper. Gilt spine titling. Reproducing 100 wood engravings. 11 tipped-in plates. The definitive study and thus a catalogue raisonne. As new in grey cloth covered drop-down box with silver spine titling.
FLEMING, Ian - Thunderball : org. black boards with skeleton hand blind stamped on the upper cover lettering in gilt on the spine, dust wrapper not p.c. with short tears but complete, stained to front of dustrwrapper, but this is only noticeable on the inside, first edition, 1961. With - The Spy Who Loved Me : black boards with a silver dagger on the front cover lettering sliver on the spine, dust wrapper is p. c. otherwise a little age discoloured, ownership signature on the front endpaper, first edition 1962. With - You Only Live Twice : black boards with Chinese lettering in gilt on the upper cover, spine lettered in silver, dust wrapper intact slight soiling, ownership inscription on the front endpaper which also has a single crease mark, first edition, 1964.(3)
EMBROIDERED BINDING : [Seventeen century] - The Whole Book of Psalms, 1639, small 8vo. In a contemporary embroidered binding with silver wire used to form a raised pattern representing tulip petals on the front and back with a matching design within four compartments on the spine, with single wire bookmarker. * In remarkably good condition, the blue velvet background may just be very slightly faded and slightly rubbed on the lower edge.
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