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Lot 335
Original vintage propaganda poster featuring an illustration of an explosion of an atomic bomb, with selected lines from The Present Crisis, written by James Russell Lowell in 1846 - The Atomic Era - At the birth of each new Era, with a recognizing start, Nation wildly looks at nation, standing with mute lips apart.. For mankind are one in spirit, and an instinct bears along, Round the earth's electric circle, the swift flash of right or wrong.. In the gain or loss of one race all the rest have equal claim." The reverse poster of the poster features articles The Blight of Poor Electrotyping on Leterpress Printing; Guardian Throws Down the Gauntlet; LaSalle University First to Make Bond Paper Pie Chart; The Growing Importance of the Advertising Manager's Job. Printed by Crocker-McElwain Company. Good condition, folds, minor staining, double sided. Country of issue: USA, designer: Wickham, size (cm): 56x43, year of printing: 1946.
Lot 346
Original vintage pacifist anti-war propaganda poster - You shall not kill! Young Christians, refuse military service in a spirit of charity. Conscription Law 25 gives you rights and protection / Du sollst nicht töten! Junge Christen, verweigert den Wehrdienst im Geist der Nachstenliebe. Wehrpflichtgesetz 25 gibt Euch Recht und Schutz - featuring a woodcut by Prof. Otto Pankok depicting Jesus Christ breaking a rifle against his knee. Printed by Fr. Jumpertz K.G., Dusseldorf. Good condition, creasing, staining, pinholes, tears. Country of issue: Germany, designer: Otto Pankok, size (cm): 86x61, year of printing: 1950s.
Lot 90
Original vintage advertising poster for a music concert at Fillmore West by Grateful Dead Blood, Sweat & Tears, Spirit, featuring a black and white illustration of a Queen Mary cruise ship landing with a cartoon of telephone booth, and a bench at the bus stop, coming through a red door set over contrasting green background. Excellent condition. Country of issue: USA, designer: Randy Tuten, size (cm): 54.5x35.5, year of printing: 1969.
Lot 99
A Pre-Production LeCoultre & Cie Compass Camera, 1936/37, chrome serial no. 1015, with unmarked lens, body, VG, shutter working, lens VG, complete with original lens capNotes: This is the first time ever an original pre-production Compass Camera has been offered at public auction or even known to exist. This early first version was trialled to see the public reaction and it differs from the more common version II by the following points:This camera is 3mm shorter and 3mm less thick than the version IIThe lens has no name or dataThe lens cap is separate and not attached The 'LeCoultre' name does not appear on the outside of the cameraNo lens cap depth of field calculatorMore flush spirit levelThere is no hinged magnifierThe swivel mount is for a small screwNo option for cable releaseThe wheel on the front is engraved 'Shutter Winder'Inside the back is engraved 'World Patents Pending' Back engraved 'Compass Cameras, London. Pemberton Billing, Patents/ Manufactured for the Licencees' - No mention of LeCoultre
Lot 549
Property of a deceased's estate 1926 Brough Superior 981cc SS80 De Luxe ProjectRegistration no. TO 2980Frame no. 417Engine no. KT/C 95312/S•Non-original engine and gearbox•Present ownership since circa 1981•Offered for restorationWhile equalling a Rolls-Royce for quality of construction and finish, in spirit the Brough Superior was more akin to the sporting Bentley. Not an unwieldy beast intended primarily for sidecar duties like the majority of its v-twin-engined contemporaries, the Brough Superior was, in its maker's own words, 'a type of machine designed from the experienced solo rider's point of view'. To prove the point, Brough lost no time in demonstrating his machine's capabilities in the most attention-grabbing way possible: by racing at Brooklands. Introduced in 1922, the JAP-powered SS80 (so-called because of its guaranteed 80mph top speed in road trim) achieved instant fame when a stripped-for-racing version (nicknamed 'Spit and Polish') ridden by George became the first sidevalve-engined (flat head) machine to lap the Surrey track at over 100mph. Even more surprising was the fact that this landmark figure had been achieved on its maker's Brooklands debut. Brough entered the 1930s with an entirely JAP-powered range, and then, after a brief absence, the SS80 re-appeared in 1935 as the SS80 Special, this time with an engine built by Associated Motor Cycles. Similar to that of the Matchless Model X, the 982cc sidevalve v-twin incorporated Brough's preferred 'knife-and-fork' big-end bearing arrangement instead of the side-by-side connecting rods of the Matchless. The SS80 continued to use the AMC engine until production ceased in 1939. Its accompanying copy Works Record Card shows that frame number '417' formed part of an SS80 De Luxe despatched to G C & J L Howarth of Sale, Cheshire on 26th March 1926. When the accompanying old-style logbook was issued in 1965, it was noted that the Brough had last been taxed in 1933. The Brough Superior Club first heard of 'TO 2980' in 1973 when it was purchased by club founder-member the Rev Michael Staines. By 1975 the SS80 had passed to one J B Davidson of Finchley, London N3, who kept its (non-original) engine when he sold the Brough's cycle parts to D W Belvoir of San Jose, California in 1976. Dating from early 1928, the (non-Brough) engine with the machine today was acquired by the late owner circa 1981 soon after he bought the engine-less project from Jan Barton of San Jose, California and brought it back to the UK. The gearbox likewise is non-Brough but is of the correct type and dates from mid-1925. Offered for restoration and sold strictly as viewed, this exciting Brough project comes with an old-style V5 registration document and the aforementioned logbook and Works Record Card copy. The registration 'TO 2980' is recorded in the DVLA and HPI databases; nevertheless, prospective purchasers must satisfy themselves with regard to this motorcycle's registration status prior to bidding. Offered without keyFootnotes:All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to biddingFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
Lot 633
A Victorian Silver-Mounted Glass Spirit Flask, London 1898, of tapering cylindrical form, in leather case, 27cm high overall; A Set of Three Modern Plate-Mounted Glass Spirit Flasks, in a leather case, 19cm high; and An Articulated Cup, in leather case, 8cm diameter overall (3)Silver-mounted flask - glass in good condition. The silver top with slight mottling. The catch is operating correctly. The leather case is a good colour with superficial marks and wear. Three plate-mounted examples - good condition, the case with wear and scuffs. Cup - the cup is slightly misshapen. With wear. The leather case with substantial wear.
Lot 733
A Reproduction "William Congreve" Rolling Ball Mantel Clock, 20th century, single fusee movement, top mounted rolling ball platform, three dials for hours/minutes and seconds, raised upon a rectangular base with spirit level and beneath a five glass panelled brass framed case, 39cm by 41cmMovement plates are slightly discoloured and needs cleaning, base with small dents and scratches in parts, glass case is complete, with rolling ball.
Lot 108
MORIKAZU: A FINE NAGOYA SCHOOL WOOD NETSUKE OF A SLUMBERING SHOJOBy Morikazu, signed Morikazu 守一Japan, Nagoya, c. 1830, Edo period (1615-1868)A well-carved, bulky model of a slumbering Shojo with an unusually expressive face. The drunken spirit is in a deep slumber induced by a hefty amount of sake. One hand is placed in his/her lap and the other pressed against the cheek, supporting the face, probably dreaming of drinking more sake. The finely incised long hair neatly falls down the back and the well-carved robe is adorned with elaborately carved patterns. The wood of a good color with an appealing, warm patina. Asymmetrical himotoshi and signed within a raised rectangular reserve MORIKAZU.HEIGHT 4.1 cmCondition: Very good condition, minor associated surface wear.Provenance: US private collection.
Lot 20
AN EARLY IVORY NETSUKE OF A SAMBASO DANCERUnsigned Japan, 18th century, Edo period (1615-1868)Of flattened form, well carved as a sambaso dancer in a dynamic pose with one leg raised, leaning slightly forwards, the elbows bent and arms raised, shrouded in the long sleeves of his loose-fitting robe incised with foliate designs as well as stylized birds and waves, the garment folds and characteristic tall pointed hat with bold fine incision work as well, heightened with sumi, the back with two himotoshi.LENGTH 7.2 cmCondition: Good condition with some wear, expected age cracks, few minuscule nicks. Fine honey-yellow patina.Among the many traditional performing arts that have been handed down throughout Japanese history, sambaso is the classical performance that retains the oldest format. Its origins are said to be traceable all the way back to the story of Amaterasu Omikami, the mythical Japanese goddess of the sun and the heavens, and the Ama-no-Iwato (heavenly rock cave). This dance expresses the descent of a kami (Shinto god) to earth, and is the weightiest segment of a Noh play, handled as a Shinto rite. The dance is at times quiet and at times intense, as the flesh-and-blood human body dances the dance, and the form of the kami spirit inwardly dancing down comes in and out of view. Trade Certificate: In accordance with new EU regulations that went into effect in January 2022, we have applied for a certificate to sell this item within the EU. We expect the Austrian Federal Ministry for Climate Action, Environment, Energy, Mobility, Innovation and Technology to issue the certificate in 4-8 weeks. The item can only be shipped / handed over once the certificate has been issued.This item contains ivory, rhinoceros horn, tortoise shell, and/or some types of tropical wood and is subject to CITES when exporting outside the EU. It is typically not possible to export such items outside of the EU, including to the UK. Therefore, after this item has the necessary trade certificate, it can only be shipped within the EU or picked up in our gallery in person.
Lot 173
Vinyl - Over 50 Heavy Metal and Hard Rock singles featuring some demos and promos. Artists include White Spirit, Diamond Head, Whitesnake, Guns N Roses, Led Zeppelin, Kiss, Hawkwind, Iron Maiden, Black Sabbath, Deep Purple, Def Leppard, Nazareth, Motorhead, Uriah Heap, Thin Lizzy, Bon Jovi and more. Mainly card sleeves, some picture sleeves. Vinyl Vg overall
Lot 431
A collection of x3 boxed Toy State made James Bond 007 diecast and plastic model cars with motorised action wheels and working lights and sounds. Models to include The Spy Who Loved Me Lotus E-Spirit, Quantum of Solace Aston Martin DBS and Spectre Aston Martin DB10. Models appearing mint and still attached to inner packaging.
Lot 510
A LOUIS XVI MAHOGANY AND BRASS MOUNTED COMMODECIRCA 1790With brocatelle violette marble top91cm high, 126cm wide, 60cm deepProvenance: Private Collection, LondonFor a related commode of the period but without a gilt brass gallery and less well figured timber, see Christie's, South Kensington, Christie's Interiors - Style & Spirit, 10th June 2014, Lot 90 (£4,375). Condition Report: Marks, knocks, scratches, abrasions consistent with age and useOld splits and cracks, some chips and losses, the handles appear to be original however one pull is detached but present with the lot. The marble top is loose and lifting this has numerous chips, losses and faults, the external rim disguised by coloured fillerVarious chips, losses to veneers mouldings and the mounts overall Generally this commode is in untidy appearance overallPlease refer to additional images for visual reference to condition Condition Report Disclaimer
Lot 2
A large collection of silver plated, EP, EPNS to include: Georgian style condiment set of salts, mustard pot and pepper pots; Celtic Revival banded double end conical shaped spirit measure; a pair of Georgian style entree dishes and covers; serving dishes and baskets, Old English Pattern flatware stamped Elkington; bone handled knives, small tennis trophies etc (2 boxes)
Lot 448
22 Faga Cards collection housed in a folder Including no 381 / Royal Wedding 1986 x 2, no 400 / Bicentenary French Revolution 1789 1989 x 2, no 391 Australia's Bicentenary 1788 1988, 1936 The Year of the 3 Monarchs 1976, no 384 / 46th Anniversary Battle of Britain, no 357 / 200th Anniversary 1783 1983, no344 / Mary Rose, Silver Jubilee 1952 1977, no 340 / London Manchester Air Race 1910 x 3, no 375 / Southampton, Opening of London Bridge, SS Rotterdam, Greetings from M/S Hispania, Greetings from London Princess Elizabeth, Greetings from Canberra, (Limited Edition) King of the Mods 2, no 396 / Her Majesty the Queen's Grandchildren, Spirit of St Louis We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £4.99, EU from £6.99, Rest of World from £8.99
Lot 118
A PAIR OF FRENCH EMAILLE ENAMEL URNSMID 19TH CENTURYEach tapering to a socle and spread foot, one signed Ch PARIS et CIE au BOUGET PRIZ PARIS (SEINE)61cm high, 55cm diameter The highly renowned firm of Charles-Emile Paris specialised in the manufacture of crystal glass, enamelled and mosaic embellished products. The crystal making and enamelling firm was founded in 1827 or1829 at rue de Bercy by his father, Jean-Alexandre Paris, who was the jeweller goldsmith of the Palais Royal. In 1867 Charles-Emile Paris left the Parisian site due to the new law forbidding the emission of industrial smoke in the capital, and founded a new factory at Le Bourget (Seine) at the site of a Louis XV hunting lodge. The new plant was destroyed during the war of 1870 and ruined Charles-Emile Paris; he had to sell the land in order to rebuild the factory on the leased site. The business was successful and the number of employees grew steadily and subsequently a retail shop was opened at rue de Paradis in the 10th arrondissement of Paris in 1876. It was a dynamic and innovative firm, which ensured its success. Among the most notable and prestigious of its achievements was the supply of enamels (1847) for the tomb of Napoleon at the Invalides, decorative mosaic enamels at the Casino de Monte-Carlo (1879), and winning a number of highly prestigious awards at the Paris International Exhibitions in 1867, 1878 and 1889 in various categories. Charles-Emile Paris also specialised in making elegant enamelled cast iron urns and jardinières for the display of plants in conservatories. A near pair of polychrome planters were sold in these rooms 'The Spirit of the Country House, 4th November 2020, lot 304, £9500
Lot 136
CHRISTOPHLE, A PAIR OF SILVER PLATED COCKTAIL SHAKERS, AND A STANDIN ART DECO TASTEWith removable cap and upper section to the cylindrical body, and on a tray stand26cm high overallTogether with a set of twelve spirit glasses en-suite, 5cm high, and a lemonade jug, 27.5cm highCondition Report: Please see additional images for visual reference to conditionCondition Report Disclaimer
Lot 130
A Great War ‘Delville Wood’ D.C.M. group of four awarded to Company Sergeant-Major T. Dearden, 1/5th Battalion, South Lancashire Regiment, who was twice wounded and also recommended for the M.M. and Roumanian Croix de Virtute Militaire in addition to the D.C.M. Distinguished Conduct Medal, G.V.R. (240533 C.S. Mjr. T. Dearden. 1/5 S. Lan: R.); 1914-15 Star (2327 Pte. T. Dearden, S. Lan. R.); British War and Victory Medals (2327 W.O. Cl. 2 T. Dearden. S. Lan. R.), mounted as worn, good very fine (4) £1,600-£2,000 --- D.C.M. London Gazette 3 June 1919; citation published 11 March 1920: ‘240533 C.S.M. T. Dearden, 1/5th Bn. S. Lan. R., T.F. (St. Helens).’ ‘For gallantry in action on many occasions. In September, 1916, at Delville Wood, when in command of a bombing section, he enabled his section to establish an advanced bombing block in a trench occupied by the enemy. It was due to him that the block was held through five hours continuous fighting.’ Two original recommendations have survived among a ‘list of recommendations forwarded to Brigade’ which lists Dearden for the award of the D.C.M. and M.M., and also for the Roumanian Croix de Virtute Militaire: (a) ‘For consistent gallantry and devotion to duty in the field since February 1915. This Acting Warrant Officer has invariably shewn a fine fighting spirit and marked gallantry in many engagements. His keenness, energy, and disregard of personal danger, have at all times been of the highest value to his Company. He has been wounded twice, on one occasion remaining at duty’. (b) ‘For gallantry in action on many occasions. In September 1916 at Delville Wood when acting N.C.O. i/c Bombing Section this W.O. by his gallantry and resourcefulness enabled his section to establish an advanced Bombing Block in a trench held by the enemy. It was due to his gallantry and initiative that the block was held through five hours continuous fighting, and he did not leave his post till the battalion was relieved six days later when the position was handed over firmly established. On the 9th of April [1918] near La Bassee, after the first shock of the enemy attack, this N.C.O., who was then commanding a platoon, was sent up to hold a forward trench. For four days he held the trench under constant and heavy shell fire and during this time, by his example and gallantry, he inspired his platoon to maintain a stubborn resistance and offensive spirit. This W.O. has acted as C.S.M. for five months and has always proved himself resourceful and set a fine example to the men of his Company. He has not previously been decorated, though recommended for rewards on at least two occasions.’ Sold with copied recommendations, war diary entries for September 1916 and April 1918, Medal Index Card and other research, together with three original postcards - one postmarked Dartford 28 June 1915, when, having been wounded, he writes from hospital to his mother at 116 Peter Street, St. Helens, Lancashire.
Lot 277
A Fine Second War Fleet Air Arm Barracuda pilot’s campaign group of seven awarded to Lieutenant Commander E. M. Britton, Fleet Air Arm and Royal Navy, who was twice mentioned in despatches - firstly for leading anti-shipping operations with 828 Squadron out of Ta Kali, Malta in 1943, during which time he scored a direct hit on an Italian destroyer; and secondly as a Wing Leader during the strike on Emmahaven Harbour, Sumatra, 26 August 1944, when he once again secured a direct hit on a motor vessel. After commanding the 12th Torpedo Bomber Reconnaissance Wing, as part of the British Pacific Fleet, Britton was posted to the command of 728 Squadron at Malta. It was whilst serving with the latter that he suffered fatal injuries when his Beaufighter crashed on take-off in June 1946 Naval General Service 1915-62, 1 clasp, Palestine 1936-1939 (Sub-Lieut. E. M. Britton. R.N.); 1939-45 Star; Atlantic Star; Africa Star; Burma Star; Defence and War Medals 1939-45, M.I.D. Oak Leaf, mounted for wear, generally good very fine or better (7) £900-£1,200 --- M.I.D. London Gazette 5 October 1943. The original recommendation states: ‘Lieutenant Britton arrived in Malta on 11 April 1943, and commanded 828 Squadron for a period of four weeks. Subsequently he flew as a senior pilot showing great keenness for operational flying. During his tour of duty in Malta he has taken part in 11 sorties, several of which he has led, and has now completed 60 operational hours. He secured a direct hit with a bomb on an Italian destroyer, scored near misses on E-Boats, and bombed a number of land objectives.’ M.I.D. London Gazette 2 January 1945. The original recommendation states: ‘He was Wing Leader of the strike on Emmahaven harbour, Sumatra. This strike achieved an estimated six hits on two motor vessels and considerable damage to harbour installations. He has always shown zeal and fighting spirit and led this strike in a most competent manner. He himself scored one hit and one near miss on a motor vessel.’ Edwin Michael Britton was born in 1920, the son of Brigadier E. J. J. Britton, C.B.E., D.S.O., and was educated at Cheltenham College (Hazelwell House 1933-37). He was appointed a Midshipman in the Royal Navy in May 1938. Subsequently qualifying as a pilot in the Fleet Air Arm, he was advanced to Lieutenant in June 1941. In his subsequent wartime career, Britton held several Squadron and Wing commands, his first such appointment occurring on 7 August 1942, when he became C.O. of 788 Squadron in East Africa for a few weeks. He took command of 828 Squadron on 12 March 1943, and led his unit’s Barracudas on anti-shipping operations out of Ta Kali, Malta, gallant work that won him his first “mention”, not least for successful strikes in the Sicilian Channel. In May 1943 the squadron carried out attacks on shipping along with 821 squadron, and provided flare illuminations for bombardments of Pantellaria island. Then followed a few weeks at Monastir in Tunisia. In total 828 and 830 squadrons had accounted for sinking 30 enemy ships and damaged another 50 ships. 828 squadron disbanded at Monastir in September 1943, and Britton assumed command of 831 Squadron during the same month. Britton advanced to Acting Lieutenant Commander, and was appointed to command 52 Torpedo Bomber Reconnaissance (T.B.R.) Wing, 5 January 1944. The latter comprised of 829 and 831 Squadrons, and was one of the first to fly the Fairey Barracuda. Britton was appointed Wing Leader of the newly formed 2 TBR Wing (828 and 841 Squadrons), 24 January 1944, and later the same day took over 12 TBR Wing (815 and 817 Barracuda Squadrons). The Wing sailed east with HMS Begum to join the British Pacific Fleet and on arrival in August joined HMS Indomitable. Flying off HMS Indomitable they dive bombed oil storage facilities and airfields at Sabang, Sumatra, then on 26 August 1944, targets on Emmahaven (Operation Banquet). Flying with 815 Squadron as Wing Leader, Britton won his second “mention” for gallantly leading a successful Barracuda strike from the carrier Indomitable against enemy shipping and installations in Emmahaven harbour, Sumatra. Britton scored a direct hit on a motor vessel during the raid. Britton was subsequently posted to command 778 Squadron in February 1945, and remained in this posting until the end of the war. At the start of the following year he was appointed to command 728 Squadron at H.M.S. Falcon, R.N.A.S. Hal Far, Malta. Britton suffered multiple burns and injuries as the result of an aircraft accident when his Bristol 156 Beaufighter TF.X S/No. NV483 crashed on take-off during the first week of June 1946. He died as a result of these injuries whilst trying to recuperate on the Hospital Ship Maine, 21 June 1946. Lieutenant Commander Britton is buried in the Capuccini Naval Cemetery, at Kalkara. Southern Harbour, Malta. Sold with copied recommendations for both M.I.D.s and operation report for the strike on Emmahaven harbour.
Lot 184
KESWICK SCHOOL OF INDUSTRIAL ARTS ARTS & CRAFTS TEA SERVICE, CIRCA 1900 copper, and wicker, with ebonised wood, comprising a SPIRIT KETTLE, STAND AND BURNER, stamped under kettle KSIA, 25cm high; a TEAPOT, stamped to base KSIA, 13cm high; a MILK JUG, stamped to base KSIA, 8cm high; a SUGAR BOWL, stamped to base KSIA, 8cm diameter; and a TRAY, stamped KSIA, 55cm across
Lot 235
W. A. S. BENSON (1854-1924) TURKISH COFFEE JUG, STAND AND SPIRIT BURNER, CIRCA 1890 electroplate, stamped W. A. S. BENSON, 20.8cm high; together with a BON BON DISH, electroplate, unmarked, 11.3cm diameter(23cm high, the tazza 11cm wide)Provenance: The Peter Rose and Albert Gallichan CollectionFootnote: Literature: Hamerton, I. (ed.) W. A. S. Benson: Arts and Crafts Luminary and Pioneer of Modern Design, ACC, 2005, p. 78, pl. 50 illustrated (Turkish coffee jug).
Lot 237
(A collection of alternative rock[promo posters to include, 3 Radiohead 'Amnesiac' promo posters (approx 76 x 51cm), 6 The Cure 'The Cure' promo posters (76 x 51cm), 16 Sigur Ros 'Takk..' embossed poster (approx 50 x 36cm), a Morrisey 'You are the quarry' promo poster (approx 51 x 42cm), 14 Bjork 'Swan Dress' poster (approx 70 x 50cm), an Arctic Monkeys 'I Bet You Look Good On The Dancefloor' promo poster (approx 75 x 51cm) and a fully signed The Duke Spirit 'Cuts across the land' poster on a textured thick card stock.
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